BIC Industry Roundtable: Reliability under pressure — Maintenance strategies for 2026 and beyond
As the petrochemical sector navigates the bottom of a major capital cycle, reliability teams face unprecedented pressure to maintain aging assets while integrating future-proof technology in an oversupplied, high-compliance market. This BIC Industry Roundtable brings together industry experts to discuss practical strategies for thriving in 2026 and beyond.
Key takeaways:
- Prioritize what matters most. In tight capital cycles, teams must extend asset life, focus on critical equipment and prove ROI.
- Detect failures before they happen. Advanced NDT and smarter inspection strategies are key to preventing costly shutdowns.
- Make digital deliver results. AI and predictive tools must be practical, scalable and tied to measurable value.
- Reliability drives performance. Maintenance now plays a central role in safety, ESG compliance and operational efficiency.
Panelists:
Richard Jackson, Manager of Project Engineering, Kuraray America (moderator)
Dean Roberts, Manager of Business Integration, Ergon
Ed O'Brien, Manager of Reliability, CHS Inc.
Sponsored by:
Precision Machinery Contractors
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