Organised by Conference Connection, together Events and Hospitality Partner, Helanka Vacations Colombo, SABIT 2025 marks the expansion of its Global Bitumen Series into South Asia.
The region is witnessing accelerating infrastructure investments, and SABIT aims to provide a dedicated forum for stakeholders to align, innovate, and build partnerships.
The two-day programme will commence with registrations and a networking reception in the evening on 13th November, with a SABIT 2025 Golf Game ice breaker earlier that afternoon.
The Official Opening and Ministerial Address by Hon. Bimal Rathnayaka, Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports & Civil Aviation, Sri Lanka will take place on 14th November, followed by a Keynote Address by Mr T. Paskaran, Chairman, Road Development Authority, Sri Lanka.
More than 15 experts will deliver other presentations, case studies, panel sessions and one-on-one meetings covering:
• Supply, demand, and trade flows in South Asian bitumen markets
• Refining, upgrading and blending capacity developments
• New technologies for sustainable paving, emulsions, and asphalt solutions
• Market access, procurement strategies and logistics
• Regulatory, environmental, and policy frameworks
SABIT 2025 is expected to attract senior representatives from refineries, trading houses, road authorities, contractors, infrastructure developers, logistics providers, technology firms and Bitumen specialists from South Asia, the wider Asia Pacific and Middle East.
“For the first time, Conference Connection’s highly successful Global Bitumen Series will be held in Sri Lanka and brings together leading players in key growing South Asian markets notably India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
Participants representing the government and various disciplines of refining, trading, shipping and consulting are expected to attend, providing an excellent platform for networking and exchange vital knowledge and market information”, said Ms Abby Seah, General Manager of Conference Connection.
Added, Mr Rohitha Mendis, Chairman, Helanka Vacations by MendisOne,
“This event is an important milestone, highlighting Sri Lanka as a strategic hub for global industry collaboration and infrastructure development”.
Mr. Mendis further added “SABIT 2025 underscores Sri Lanka’s growing role in the global bitumen and infrastructure sector, bringing international expertise, investment and valuable networking opportunities to our shores”.
SABIT 2025 is supported by the Sri Lanka High Commission, Singapore and endorsed by, Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Sri Lanka (FCCISL), Ceylon Institute of Builders (CIOB), Ceylon Association of Shipping Agents (CASA), Sri Lanka Philippines Business Council (SLPBC), YoungShip Sri Lanka, among others. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.
Media partners for SABIT 2025 include the World Petroleum and Bitumen Journal, Highways Today, Foreign investors on India (FiiNews), and WorldOils. –
About South Asian Bitumen Conference (SABIT 2025)
The South Asian Bitumen Conference (SABIT 2025) marks the first dedicated platform for bitumen stakeholders in South Asia, connecting producers, buyers, sellers, and distributors with a focus on India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.
As part of Conference Connection’s Global Bitumen Series, SABIT offers unparalleled networking and knowledge-sharing opportunities in one of the most dynamic infrastructure markets in the world.
More information on SABIT 2025 is available at www.cconnection.org/south-asia-bitumen-conference.
About Conference Connection
Founded in 1994, Conference Connection provides a global B2B platform for knowledge exchange, business interaction, and networking through flagship conferences, executive briefings, and professional training.
Its industry verticals include oil and gas, maritime, aviation, legal, and financial sectors.
The company has delivered iconic international events for global energy and infrastructure markets across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa, Americas & the Caribbean.
A full list of events is available at www.cconnection.org
About Helanka Vacations by MendisOne
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