Surfactants Business Essentials
Virtual: 24 – 26 June | Start Time: 8:00 AM London / 11:00AM Dubai / 3:00PM Singapore
Virtual: 18 – 20 November | Start Time: 9:00AM New York / 2:00PM London / 6:00PM Dubai
Course overview
This is the only course where you get a complete grounding in the business of surfactants. We cover what surfactants are, what they do, how they are made and where they are applied. The course provides a deep understanding of supply chain economics for the key surfactants used globally. We arm delegates with all the knowledge necessary to compete and succeed in today’s surfactant value chain.
Key topics include
- The fundamentals of surfactants and the key players in the space
- Industry economics and key market dynamics that will enable you to make informed business decisions
- Overview of price and cost drivers over the entire value chain
- Deep insight into the future trends and new developments that will enable you to formulate strategies in this market.
Who should attend?
This training is ideal for both newcomers and experienced professionals looking to expand their expertise, from the following types of companies:
- Producers (Surfactants and Feedstock)
- End Users (Brand Owners, FMCGs etc)
- Chemical Distributors/Traders
- Technology Providers
Meet our Course Trainer
Neil A Burns
Neil Burns has over 30 years of experience in the chemicals and surfactants business. He is the managing partner at Neil A Burns LLC and the founding CEO, investor and board member at P2 Science, a renewable specialty chemicals company. Neil offers strategic advisory services with a focus on surfactants and oleochemicals.
He successfully created two US businesses for VVF, an Indian oleochemical and consumer products company. He started and ran the US subsidiary for Oxiteno, now part of Indorama.
Neil is a well-known public speaker and writer in the field of surfactants. He co-produces with ICIS, the global series of surfactants conferences, and is based in New Jersey, USA.
Course fees
$1,400 (+UK VAT at 20% if applicable)*
Virtual:
24 – 26 June | Start Time: 8:00 AM London / 11:00AM Dubai / 3:00PM Singapore – Sign up by 27th May 2025 to receive 10% off with our Early Bird Rate.
18 – 20 November | Start Time: 9:00AM New York / 2:00PM London / 6:00PM Dubai – Sign up by 21st October 2025 to receive 10% off with our Early Bird Rate.
*NB: Please enter your VAT number (or local equivalent) on our payment page, otherwise UK VAT at 20% will be applied. Customers based in the UK will be charged UK VAT at 20% whether or not a VAT number is provided.
For group bookings of three or more please contact us:
Patrick Lim
Email: training@icis.com
Tel: +44 33 0161 3209
Interested in attending an in-person session?
Upcoming dates:
15th ICIS World Surfactants Conference
Hyatt Regency, Jersey City, NJ
Conference: 7-8 May 2025
Training: 6 May 2025
What to expect in the training?
The Surfactants Business Essentials training course offers a 360-degree view of the surfactants business and its changing market dynamics.
Study essential information on surfactant production routes, feedstocks, derivatives, and classifications, with key insight into global supply and demand drivers.
Attending this course will provide you with a solid understanding of the industry and increased market awareness.
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Our custom training courses are delivered as interactive workshops, focusing on the products, concepts and issues that are most relevant and beneficial to you.
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