36th IMPCA EUROPEAN MINI CONFERENCE

36th IMPCA EUROPEAN MINI CONFERENCE
Vienna, Austria | June 11 – 12, 2026

The 36th IMPCA European Mini Conference took place on June 11–12, 2026 in Vienna, Austria. Hosted at the elegant Steigenberger Hotel Herrenhof, located in the heart of Vienna’s historic city centre, the conference once again brought together professionals from across the global methanol value chain for two days of insightful presentations and valuable networking.

The event commenced on Thursday, June 11, with delegate registration in the afternoon, followed by a Welcome Reception and Dinner Cruise on the Danube. Against the backdrop of Vienna’s beautiful riverside scenery, participants enjoyed an evening of informal networking and business discussions before the conference sessions began.

The business programme on Friday, June 12, featured a series of presentations covering key developments in the global methanol industry, including market trends, regulatory updates, and innovations shaping the future of the sector. The speaker line-up included:

• Kevin van Balkom | Dynea
• Eashani Chavda | ICIS
• Robert Guijs | Aceflow
• Marion Guillevic | ENERGO
• Dr. Eduard Lindner | Poten & Partners
• Simon Maddren | Energex Partners
• Vitalii Protasov | GENA Solutions Oy

The conference concluded with a Farewell Lunch Buffet, providing delegates with a final opportunity to exchange ideas and strengthen professional relationships before departing.

With its combination of high-quality presentations, excellent networking opportunities, and the unique atmosphere of Vienna, the 36th IMPCA European Mini Conference once again proved to be a valuable platform for knowledge sharing and collaboration within the international methanol community.