The 6th Middle East Instrumentation Cybersecurity and Automation EXPO (MEICA EXPO 2025) is set to return to Abu Dhabi from 16–18 September 2025 at the Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi, organizers announced.

Hosted by the UAE Cybersecurity Council in partnership with the International Society of Automation (ISA UAE – Abu Dhabi Section), the three-day exhibition and conference will bring together global experts, technology providers, and industry leaders. They will explore the latest advancements in Instrumentation Control, Process Automation, and Industrial Cybersecurity.

As industries across the region accelerate digital transformation, MEICA EXPO 2025 serves as a strategic platform to showcase innovations, share insights, and highlight best practices that enhance secure and efficient industrial operations.

Recognized as a CPD-accredited event, the expo offers delegates both a learning experience and a networking opportunity. Attendees will engage with thought leaders, decision-makers, and solution providers, gaining first-hand exposure to technologies shaping industrial ecosystems in the Middle East and beyond.

This year’s keynote will be delivered by H.E. Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cyber Security, UAE Government. The conference will be chaired by Mr. Salem Al Blooshi of ADNOC Distribution.

Sponsors include Acronis as Silver Sponsor, Xage and Inspira as Associate Sponsors, and Xona and Senkron as Networking Sponsors. The event will address challenges across oil and gas, utilities, and heavy industries while showcasing solutions from leading global providers.

Key highlights include a National OT Cyber Drill Exercise, conducted by the UAE Cybersecurity Council in collaboration with Reach Digital and Shieldworks. Participants will experience a coordinated OT cyberattack scenario, making critical decisions under pressure to strengthen cyber crisis management skills.

Another highlight is an executive roundtable led by OMNY on “Building a Proactive & Resilient Cyber Strategy for Critical Infrastructure.” Industry leaders will discuss IT/OT convergence, holistic security architectures, and the strategic use of digitalization to enhance resilience.

Building on previous editions, MEICA EXPO 2025 will feature a comprehensive exhibition showcase, interactive conference sessions, and exclusive networking opportunities. The event remains a premier gathering for professionals in oil, gas, petrochemicals, power, and manufacturing sectors.

• Dates: 16–18 September 2025
• Venue: Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi
• Focus: Instrumentation Control, Process Automation, Industrial Cybersecurity

MEICA EXPO continues to be the Middle East’s leading cybersecurity event, empowering industries to thrive in an increasingly digital and interconnected world.

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