Oil Palm
Biomass
Conference2026
Revolutionizing Sustainable Innovation in Evolving the Biomass Economy — a premier regional platform bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, technology providers, and sustainability practitioners to shape the future of oil palm biomass.
HRD Corp Claimable
THE BIOMASS
ECONOMY IS
EVOLVING.
OPB 2026 serves as a premier regional platform that brings together policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, technology providers, and sustainability practitioners to explore the future of oil palm biomass utilisation.
Through keynote sessions, technical presentations, and panel discussions, the conference fosters knowledge exchange, cross-sector collaboration, and actionable insight — accelerating the industry's transition toward low-carbon, resource-efficient, high-value biomass solutions.
THE OPPORTUNITY IS
NO LONGER WASTE.
Oil palm biomass is moving from an agricultural by-product into one of Southeast Asia's most promising resources for energy, materials and the circular economy.
Biomass
Bioenergy
Biofuels
Biochar
Renewable
Chemicals
Carbon Value
WHAT OPB 2026 MOVES FORWARD
Comprehensive Platform
Discuss current trends, challenges, and opportunities in oil palm biomass utilisation.
Showcase Innovation
Highlight technologies and best practices in biomass conversion, valorisation, and downstream applications.
Circular Economy
Promote circular economy and sustainability principles within the oil palm and bio-based industries.
Carbon & ESG Dialogue
Facilitate discussion on carbon markets, climate mitigation, and ESG-driven strategies.
Global Collaboration
Strengthen regional and international ties among industry, policymakers, researchers, and investors.
Strategic Planning
Support informed decision-making for the future of oil palm biomass industries.
THE ENTIRE VALUE
CHAIN IN ONE ROOM.
- Palm Oil Producers & Refiners
- Agriculturists
- Renewable Energy Companies
- Waste Management Firms
- Biochar Producers
- Policy Makers & Regulators
- Government Agencies
- Scientists & Engineers
- Environmentalists
- Educational Institutions
- Importers / Exporters
- Certification Bodies
- Consulting Firms
- Media & Journalists
02 DAYS.
ONE BIOMASS ECONOMY.
Confirmed highlights from the tentative programme. Full running order to follow.
Welcome Speech
Prof. Dato' Dr. Ahmad Ibrahim, Organizing Chairman, OPB 2026
From Waste to Wealth: Capitalising on Malaysia's Oil Palm Biomass Potential
Dato' Seri Mustapa Mohamed, Former Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Economy)
Indonesia's Oil Palm Biomass Potential for the Global Bioeconomy
Dr. Eddy Rusly, Director, P.T Optimaxx Prima Teknik, Indonesia
Oil Palm Biomass: Powering the Global Circular Bioeconomy and Sustainability Agenda
YB Datuk Seri Dr. Noraini Binti Ahmad, Minister of Plantation and Commodities of Malaysia
Generating Carbon Credits from Oil Palm Biomass
Lead: Dr. Renard Siew, President, Malaysian Carbon Market Association (MCMA)
Biomass Policy Intervention & Continuation
Lead: Mr. Dieter Billen, Partner at Roland Berger
Sustainable Palm-Based Feedstock & Supply Chain
Lead: Ir. Ts. Dr. Gideon Tan, Head of Transformation, FGV Holding Berhad
Green Financing & Investment for Biomass Project Deployment
Lead: Mdm. Sabihah Binti Saleh, Director, Standard & Certification, MGTC
*Programme is tentative and subject to change. All speakers have been invited and are yet to confirm participation.
VOICES SHAPING
THE BIOECONOMY
Invited speakers per the current programme — yet to confirm participation.
Prof. Dato' Dr.
Ahmad Ibrahim
Organizing Chairman, OPB 2026
Dato' Seri
Mustapa Mohamed
Former Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Economy)
Dr.
Eddy Rusly
Director, P.T Optimaxx Prima Teknik, Indonesia
YB Datuk Seri Dr.
Noraini Binti Ahmad
Minister of Plantation and Commodities of Malaysia
Dr.
Renard Siew
President, Malaysian Carbon Market Association (MCMA)
Mr.
Dieter Billen
Partner, Roland Berger
Ir. Ts. Dr.
Gideon Tan
Head of Transformation, FGV Holding Berhad
Mdm.
Sabihah Binti Saleh
Director, Standard & Certification, MGTC
JOIN THE CONVERSATION
SHAPING THE BIOMASS
ECONOMY.
Reserve your seat at OPB 2026.
Malaysian Delegate
- Lunch & refreshments
- Conference materials
- Inclusive of 8% SST
- HRD Corp claimable
International Delegate
- Lunch & refreshments
- Conference materials
College / University Student
- Lunch & refreshments
- Conference materials
Registration fees cover conference materials, refreshments and lunches. All fees are inclusive of 8% Sales & Service Tax (SST) for Malaysian delegates only. This event is eligible for claims under the HRD Corp scheme.
Reserve Your Seat
Complete your details and our secretariat will contact you with confirmation and payment instructions.
PUT YOUR BRAND IN
FRONT OF THE INDUSTRY
Position your organisation at the centre of Southeast Asia's growing biomass economy.
PLATINUM
- 18sqm booth
- 15 free admissions
- Forum speaking slot
- "Powered by" title display
GOLD
- 9sqm booth
- 10 free admissions
- Forum speaking slot
- Media exposure
SILVER
- 9sqm booth
- 3 free admissions
- Forum speaking slot
BRONZE
- 9sqm booth
- 2 free admissions
- Logo exposure
EXPOSURE
- 1 free admission
- Logo exposure
PUT YOUR
TECHNOLOGY ON
THE FLOOR.
Direct access to industry leaders, decision-makers, and regional stakeholders.
READY TO JOIN
OPB 2026?
No 47-B, Jln BP 7/2, Bandar Bukit Puchong, 47100 Puchong, Selangor
Tel: 03-8066 3107
