Conference Agenda 2024
Learn from the Best in the Industry
The AM Conclave Middle East Exhibition and Conference will take place on September 11-12, 2024 at the ADNEC Centre, Abu Dhabi. The event will feature a Additive Manufacturing technology exhibition supported by a high quality application and technology focussed conference with ample time for networking and knowledge sharing.
Conference and Expo Dates: 11-12 Septemeber 2024
Venue: Conference Hall A and B, ADNEC Centre, Abu Dhabi
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DAY 1
DAY 2
Wednesday, 11th September 2024
08:30-09:15
Registration & Networking
Inaugural and Keynote Session
09:15-09:25
Opening Remarks, Conference Welcome and Highlights
Aditya Chandavarkar
Co-Founder, AM Conclave
09:25-09:40
Keynote Speech: Building the Additive Manufacturing Ecosystem in the Middleeast
Abdullah Saif Al Awani
CEO, Sindan
09:40-10:00
No way out! Scaling AM into a mass serial production solution
Markus Glasser,
Senior VP - EMEA, EOS
10:00-10:45
Panel Discussion: Strategic Implications of Additive Manufacturing for the Middle East
The panel will explore the strategic implications of additive manufacturing (AM) for the Middle East, focusing on how this transformative technology can drive industrial growth, enhance competitiveness, and foster innovation across various sectors. Experts will discuss the current state of AM in the region, potential applications, challenges, and opportunities for collaboration. The discussion will also cover policy frameworks, investment trends, and the role of education and research in advancing AM capabilities in the Middle East.
Moderator: Aditya Chandavarkar
Panel Members: Abdullah Saif Al Awani, CEO, Sindan | Mr. Bader Al Jaberi, Director - DFAM & Industrialization, Halcon | Mahaba Al Saleh, Head of Technology Enablement, MOIAT | Markus Glasser, EOS
Aditya Chandavarkar
Co-Founder, AM Conclave
Abdullah Saif Al Awani
CEO, Sindan
Bader Al Jaberi
Director - DFAM & Industrialization, Halcon
Markus Glasser
Senior VP - EMEA, EOS
10:45-11:00
Tea / Coffee Break
Theme Session 1: Defence, Aerospace and Aviation | Session Sponsor
11:00-11:25
Building Capability with AM for Defence Applications
Calum Stewart
Director - EMEA Programs Spee3D
11:25-11:45
AM Opportunities in Space programs
Franck Mouriaux
Director Space Program, EDGE
11:45-12:05
Revolutionizing Rocket Propulsion: How Additive Manufacturing Transformed Space Travel
Humna Khan
CEO, Astro Mechanical Testing Lab
12:05-12:25
The Largest 3D-printed Satellite Structure: BLT Propels the Commercial Aerospace Industry to New Heights
Slobodan Ilic
Sales & Marketing Director EMEA, BLT
12:25-12:45
The journey of single piece 3D printed Rocket engine
Dinesh Parthasarathy
Executive Vice President - Manufacturing, Agnikul Cosmos
12:45-13:30
Panel Discussion: Secure and Localized Additive Manufacturing for Defence, Aerospace and Aviation
This panel will explore the critical role of secure and localized additive manufacturing (AM) in the defence, aerospace, and aviation sectors within the Middle East. As these industries demand high precision, security, and reliability, additive manufacturing offers unique advantages in terms of customization, rapid prototyping, and supply chain resilience. The discussion will address the current landscape, security implications, technological advancements, and strategic initiatives required to bolster the adoption of AM in these high-stakes sectors. Experts will share their perspectives on how localized AM can enhance national security, streamline production processes, and maintain technological superiority.
Moderator: Humna Khan (Astro Test Lab)
Panel Members: Calum Stewart (Spee3d) | Edvin Resebo (AMEXCI) | Shanwei Guo(AMEXCI) | Dinesh Parthasarathy (Agnikul) | Franck Mouriaux (EDGE)
Humna Khan
CEO, Astro Test Lab
Calum Stewart
Director - EMEA Programs Spee3D
Edvin Resebo
CEO, AMEXCI
Dinesh Parthasarathy
Executive Vice President, Manufacturing, Agnikul Cosmos
Franck Mouriaux
Director Space Program, EDGE
13:30-14:30
Lunch Break & Networking
Theme Session 2: Oil, Gas and Energy
14:30-14:55
Use case in Oil & Gas Pipeline Application
Zayed Al Marar
Chairman, Best Pick
Zayed Al Marar
Chairman, Best Pick
Riccardo Nicastro
Chief Commercial Officer, Caracol AM
14:55-15:20
The Leap in Ultra-Large Scale Additive Manufacturing for O&G Applications
Fabrizio Ragusa
Global Business Development Director - Energy, Nikon SLM Solutions
15:20-15:45
Utilization of Additive Manufacturing for Improving Selected Refinery Metallic Spare Parts Supply Chain
Ali Mustafa Al-Shatti
Senior Research and Technology Engineer, Kuwait National Petroleum Company
15:45-16:10
On-demand spare part sourcing using AM for Petroleum Development Oman
Martine Mueller
3D Printing Deployment Lead
Martine Mueller
3D Printing Deployment Lead
Abdul Majeed Al Hashmi
Welding and NDT Engineer, PDO
16:10-17:00
Panel Discussion: Building an efficient supply chain with AM in Oil, Gas, and Energy sectors
This panel will focus on the transformative potential of additive manufacturing (AM) in optimizing supply chains within the oil, gas, and energy sectors. As these industries face complex logistical challenges and demand high reliability, AM offers solutions for on-demand production, reduced lead times, and enhanced customization. The discussion will cover the current adoption of AM in these sectors, benefits and challenges, case studies of successful implementations, and strategies for integrating AM into supply chain processes. Experts will share insights on how AM can contribute to more resilient, efficient, and sustainable supply chains in the energy industry.
Moderator: Aditya Chandavarkar
Panel Members: Martine Muller (PDO) | Yousef Al Tartoor (ADNOC) | Kayode Adekele, (Russelsmith) | Fabrizio Ragusa (Nikon SLM) | Riccardo Nicastro (Caracol AM)
Aditya Chandavarkar
Co-Founder, AM Conclave
Martine Mueller
3D Printing Deployment Lead
Yousef Mohammed Al Tartoor
Head, Materials Standardization, ADNOC Group
Kayode Adeleke
RusselSmith
Fabrizio Ragusa
Global Business Development Director - Energy, Nikon SLM Solutions
Riccardo Nicastro
Chief Commercial Officer, Caracol AM
17:00 onwards
Conference closes for the Day, Expo Open till 1800 hrs.
Thursday, 12th September 2024
08:30-09:15
Networking & Tea
Theme Session 3: Bridging Industry and Research
09:15-09:35
Industry and Academia Collaboration Projects
Dr Marwan Khraisheh
Professor, Hamad Bin Khalifa University
09:35-09:55
AM Research Landscape in the MENA region
Hayk Vasilyan
Head of Research And Development, Sindan UAE
09:55-10:15
Additive Manufacturing of the Future in the MENA region: Challenges and Opportunities’?
Dr Nesma Aboulkhair
Director - Additive Manufacturing, TII
10:20-11:00
Panel Discussion: Opportunities and Challenges for Industry and Research Collaboration in Additive Manufacturing | Powered by ASME - UAE Section
This panel will delve into the critical role of collaboration between industry and research institutions in advancing additive manufacturing (AM) technologies and applications. The discussion will explore the symbiotic relationship between these two entities, emphasizing how joint efforts can drive innovation, enhance technological capabilities, and solve complex industrial challenges. Experts will address the current state of collaboration, successful case studies, potential barriers, and strategies to foster effective partnerships. The panel aims to highlight the importance of bridging the gap between theoretical research and practical applications to propel the AM industry forward.
Moderator: Dr Bashar El-Khasawneh, Associate Professsor, Khalifa University
Panel Members: Hayk Vasilyan (Sindan UAE) | Dr Marwan Khraisheh (HBKU) | Dr Salman Pervaiz (RIT) | Rashid Abu Al-Rub, Director, Advanced Digital & Additive Manufacturing Center, Khalifa University | Dr Nesma Aboulkhair (TII)
Dr Basher El-Khasawneh
Associate Professsor, Khalifa University
Marwan Khraisheh
Professsor, Hamad Bin Khalifa University
Dr Salman Pervaiz
RIT
Rashid Abu Al-Rub
Director, Advanced Digital & Additive Manufacturing Center, Khalifa University
Dr Nesma Aboulkhair
Director - Additive Manufacturing, TII
11:00-11:15
Tea Break
Theme Session 4: Mobility and Engineering
11:15-11:35
Large Format Additive Manufacturing Applications in Engineering and Tooling
Magdalena Schwangler
Product Manager Additive Manufacturing, Kraussmaffei
11:35-11:55
Additive + Traditional Manufacturing = Winning Strategy in Mobility !
Dr Mukesh Agarwala
Managing Director, 3D Product Development
11:55-12:15
3D printing casting and its industrial application
Tommy Tao
Manager of Overseas Marketing Development, Kocel Intelligent Machinery Limited
12:15-12:35
Composite Additive Manufacturing Materials for Mobility Applications
Mamoun Taher
Founder, CEO, Graphmatech
12:35-13:20
Panel Discussion: Accelerating Innovation - The Role of Additive Manufacturing in Future Mobility Solutions
Moderator: Pavan Kapnadak, Programme Director, Additive Academy
Panel Members: Paul Barral (Addup) | Magdalena (Kraussmaffei) | Dr Mukesh Agarwala (3DPD) | Mamoun Taher (Graphmatech) | Tommy Tao (Kocel)
Pavan Kapnadak
Programme Director, Additive Academy
Magdalena Schwangler
Product Manager Additive Manufacturing, Kraussmaffei
Mamoun Taher
Founder, CEO, Graphmatech
13:20-14:30
Lunch Break & Networking
Theme Session 5: Part Reduction and Qualification (Sessions move to Open Workshop Zone)
Session Sponsor
14:30-15:30
"From Hundreds to Handfuls: Mastering Part Reduction and Qualification in Rocket Engine Design" | Worskshop Outline
- Introduction to Additive Manufacturing in Rocket Engines
- Brief overview of additive manufacturing (AM) and its impact on the aerospace industry.

- Case Study Overview: SpaceX’s Raptor Engine Evolution
- Qualification and Testing of Additively Manufactured Components
- Steps involved in qualifying 3D-printed rocket engine parts for flight.
- Comparing the part count, weight, performance, and reliability metrics of engines before and after AM-driven consolidation.
- How emerging technologies and advancements in additive manufacturing could further revolutionize rocket engine design.
- Brief discussion on how companies like Relativity Space and NASA are adopting similar approaches.
- Q&A and Interactive Discussion
- Open floor for questions and discussion on key takeaways, challenges, and future 
opportunities in AM and part consolidation for rocket engines.