Global gathering · berlin 2026

The Global Conference on Operational Excellence, Business Transformation, EPC Project Management & Process Improvement

25–27 November 2026 Berlin, Germany 1200+ senior executives
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What you will learn

This is not a theoretical summit. Every session is designed to give you actionable frameworks, proven methodologies, and the confidence to lead change.

1. Lead Transformation

Move from managing projects to leading enterprise-wide change. Learn how to align strategy, culture, and leadership to create unstoppable momentum.

2. Build a Sustainable OpEx Culture

Go beyond tools and techniques. Discover how to embed continuous improvement into the DNA of your organization.

3. Leverage AI & Automation Strategically

Cut through the hype. Learn exactly where and how to apply AI and hyperautomation to drive efficiency.

4. Govern for Success

Establish the frameworks and accountability systems that ensure your transformation initiatives deliver lasting results.

5. Future-Proof Your Organization

Understand the trends shaping the next decade – from business reinvention to workforce transformation.

Agenda & featured speakers

Day 1 · Workshops

  • Design thinking for OpEx (off‑site)
  • EPC Project governance & alignment
  • Cultivating commitment to change
  • Hyperautomation blueprint
  • EPC project risk & transformation

Day 2 · Main Conference

  • Leadership & innovation keynote
  • Breakouts: EPC excellence, AI, OpEx culture
  • Sustaining strategy deployment
  • AI's impact on project management
  • Celebration gala dinner

Day 3 · Deep Dives

  • Intelligent automation & hyperautomation
  • Process mining, RPA, BPM synergies
  • EPC project controls & CI
  • From standardization to automation
  • Igniting transformation closing talk

Dr. Elena Marchetti

VP Transformation, Siemens Energy

Keynote: AI-driven EPC & OpEx fusion

James Okonkwo

Global Head of Process Excellence, Maersk

Lean governance & project management

Dr. Sofia Bauer

Chief Innovation Officer, Roche

Business transformation & change resilience

Michael Chen

EPC Excellence Director, Bechtel

Project controls & operational excellence

Nadia Larsson

Head of Automation, Volvo Group

Hyperautomation in manufacturing & EPC

Carlos Rivera

Senior Partner, McKinsey

Sustaining strategy deployment at scale

About the forum

Definitive event for senior leaders. Based on insights from previous editions, we tackle culture, change fatigue, and governance.

  • AI & hyperautomation
  • lean & design thinking
  • EPC project management
  • process mining

Your takeaway

Cross‑industry blueprint for resilient, efficient, future‑proof organization and EPC project success.

Key topics & takeaways

EPC Project Management & Process Governance

Design governance models that align EPC projects, strategy, and transformation. Practical blueprint included.

📘 EPC framework

Building Commitment to Change

Step‑by‑step resistance framework & engagement plans.

takeaway: practical framework

Fueling Success with Lean Business System

Connect gemba to boardroom, link daily work to financial goals.

lean performance link

Accelerate Business Outcomes with AI

High‑impact AI use cases in process automation & project controls.

AI pilot blueprint

Agenda focus

Business Transformation
Digital Transformation
EPC Project Management
Operational Excellence Strategy
AI & Intelligent Automation

Hands-On Learning

Practical design thinking & R&D methods.

State-of-the-Art R&D Topics

Innovation strategy, human-centered design.

Industry-Relevant Insights

Cross-sector transformation.

Designed for

Heads of OpEx / CI EPC Project Directors VP Transformation Process Excellence Leads
EnergyConstructionOil & GasManufacturingEPC Contractors

Tickets

€2899

3‑day full access · conference pass

€3999

speaker pack · full delegate + VIP networking

€2499

virtual online · livestream + Q&A

€5999

exhibition booth · 2x2m + 2 passes

The Global EPC Project Management Forum

25-26-27 November 2026 | Berlin, Germany | Organized by Primo Eventi

The definitive gathering for EPC leaders, project controls & delivery excellence.

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Berlin, 25–27 November 2026 · 1200+ attendees expected