IChemE Global Awards 2025 - November 20, 2025
2025-11-19 - 2025-11-20
Established in 1994, the IChemE Global Awards are recognized worldwide as one of the highest honors in the field of chemical and process engineering. The Awards celebrate excellence, innovation, and professional achievement across 16 categories, highlighting work that advances sustainability, safety, and the broader role of chemical engineering in society. Winners will be announced at the IChemE Global Awards Dinner on November 20, 2025, in Manchester, UK.
CPFD Software is proud to announce that, together with partners EvoPhase and the University of Birmingham, our joint project “Autonomous Design of Reactors using AI” has been selected as a finalist in the 2025 IChemE Global Awards under the Oil, Gas and Energy Transition category. Read more here.

Powders and Grains - December 8-12, 2025
2025-12-08 - 2025-12-12
The aim of Powders & Grains 2025 is to share the recent advances in the broad research field of granular media and particulate suspensions. Contributions from experts around the world will cover a wide range of topics.
Powders & Grains is the premier international scientific conference held every four years in three different continents (Europe, America and Asia & Oceania) since 1989. it brings together engineers, physicists and applied mathematicians interested in the mechanics and physics of granular media and particulate suspensions. It distinguishes itself from other meetings on granular materials by (1) the mixture of disciplines, (2) the unique single-session talks, (3) the posters taking a prominent role and being displayed throughout the conference, and (4) the refereed conference papers published online before the meeting..
The “Association pour l’Etude de la MicroMécanique des Milieux Granulaires” (AEMMG) is an association created to promote the meeting “Powders & Grains” which has been held around the world every four years since 1989.
Next Meeting:
Powders & Grains 2025 will be held from 8 to 12 December 2025 in Goa, India.
For the conference website: http://www.powdersandgrains2025.co.in

PSRI - Fluidization Seminar in Houston, Texas, February 2-5th, 2026
2026-02-02 - 2026-02-05
CPFD will give an invited guest lecture about “Simulation of Industrial-Scale Fluidized Beds and Fluid-Particle Systems” at the PSRI Fluidization Seminar, taking place February 2-5th, 2026 at CityPlace Marriott at Springwoods Village in Houston, TX.
The purpose of the PSRI Fluidization Seminar is to supply instruction on the theory, design and operation of fluidized beds and solids transfer systems for engineers new to the field, or those who want to improve their understanding of the field. The four-day course covers the basics of fluidized beds and solids transfer, and then discusses how best to design and operate the most critical elements of fluidized beds and solids transfer such as cyclones, standpipes, gas distributors and pneumatic conveying lines.

Basic Fluidization Hydrodynamics
Gas Distributor Design and Operation
Circulating Fluidized Beds and High-Velocity Systems
Cyclone Design and Operation
Dilute and Dense-Phase Conveying
Particle Entrainment
Erosion and Particle Attrition
Standpipes and Solids Flow Systems

Learn more about the fluidization seminar and workshop or register here.

NARTC - February 10-12, 2026
2026-02-10 00:00 - 2026-02-12 23:59 (America/Chicago)
The North American Refining Technology Conference (NARTC) is the World Refining Association’s regional refining event with a core focus on connecting US refineries with the cutting-edge technologies that will determine the role of refining in the Energy Transition.
CPFD Software will be attending NARTC this year, and we hope to see you there. Please contact us if you would like to specifically arrange an in-person meeting with our team.

SPE-GCS CFD Group 2026 Annual Symposium - March 6, 2026
2026-03-06
Meet the CPFD Software team at the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Gulf Coast Section (GCS)’s Annual Symposium in Sugar Land, TX, on March 6, 2026. CPFD is honored to once again sponsor the symposium, and our very own Saurav Mitra will speak on the topic of “AI-Accelerated Reduced-Order Modeling for Dense Gas/Liquid-Solid Flows Using Barracuda Virtual Reactor (MP-PIC): An Industrial Perspective”. Contact us to pre-arrange a meeting at the event.
About the Symposium: Artificial Intelligence is transforming how we use computing power to solve complex problems. Incorporating AI tools within Physics Based Models is an emerging area which can enable the solution of so far unsolved problems in many application domains, including energy industry. Machine learning has shown promising outlook to several challenging problems in CFD, such as the identification and extraction of hidden features in large-scale flow computations, finding undetected correlations between dynamical features of the flow, and generating synthetic CFD datasets through high-fidelity simulations. These approaches are forming a paradigm shift to change the focus of CFD from time-consuming feature detection to in-depth examinations of such features and enabling deeper insight into the physics involved in complex natural processes. Machine learning has provided numerous opportunities to advance the field of CFD, including to accelerate the computationally expensive direct numerical simulations, to improve turbulence closure modeling and to develop enhanced reduced-order models.
This year’s annual symposium, AI Accelerated Physics Based Modelling and its Role in Energy Industry, is designed to stimulate CFD professional in industry and academia by providing a venue to exchange new ideas and discuss challenges and opportunities as well as expose this newly emerging field to energy industry. The purpose of this symposium is to provide comprehensive information and insights regarding the role of AI accelerated physics-based modelling in the energy industry. With a highly impressive agenda and a prestigious lineup of speakers from various sectors, including the industry, academia, and software vendors, this symposium offers a unique opportunity for experts to share their knowledge and experiences.
The agenda encompasses technical presentations covering a wide range of topics, including but not limited to Scientific Machine Learning, Reduced Order modelling, Physics Based Digital Twin, Multi-Scale Modelling, Physics Informed Neural Network and Hybrid/Fusion Modelling.

PSRI - Fluidization Seminar in Daejeon, Korea March 16-19th, 2026
2026-03-16 00:00 - 2026-03-19 23:59
CPFD will give an invited guest lecture about “Simulation of Industrial-Scale Fluidized Beds and Fluid-Particle Systems” at the PSRI Fluidization Seminar, taking place March 16-19th, 2026 at Hotel Onoma, Daejeon.
All attendees are invited to attend CPFD’s “Emerging Fluidization Applications” workshop held the next day in the same hotel.
The purpose of the PSRI Fluidization Seminar is to supply instruction on the theory, design and operation of fluidized beds and solids transfer systems for engineers new to the field, or those who want to improve their understanding of the field. The four-day course covers the basics of fluidized beds and solids transfer, and then discusses how best to design and operate the most critical elements of fluidized beds and solids transfer such as cyclones, standpipes, gas distributors and pneumatic conveying lines.

Basic Fluidization Hydrodynamics
Gas Distributor Design and Operation
Circulating Fluidized Beds and High-Velocity Systems
Cyclone Design and Operation
Dilute and Dense-Phase Conveying
Particle Entrainment
Erosion and Particle Attrition
Standpipes and Solids Flow Systems

Learn more about the fluidization seminar and workshop or register here.

Hi-Key Technology Online Training: Barracuda Simulation for Circulating Fluidized Bed Biomass Gasification - April 8th, 2026
2026-04-08 00:00 - 23:59
Beijing Hi-key Technology Co. Ltd., is CPFD Software’s distributor in the People’s Republic of China. If you are located there and are interested in attending a training, please email them here.

APA: Introducing Arena-flow by CPFD - April 8, 2026
2026-04-08 08:00 - 09:00
CPFD Software is thrilled to introduce Arena-flow to the Siemens APA. Arena-flow by CPFD is custom foundry software that simulates the blowing/shooting and curing of sand cores and molds. It is trusted by OEMs, foundries, core shops, tooling providers, and equipment suppliers to to complement metal flow and solidification software, resulting in optimized processes and cores that are right the first time. Arena-flow replaces trial-and-error with virtual testing to capture, retain, and disseminate core making knowledge, understand and eliminate core and core-quality-related casting scrap, optimize cycle times, minimize dosage, increase uptime, extend tool life, reduce energy requirements, and ultimately cut costs. APA-enabled Siemens customers can now enjoy instant-access to Arena-flow, expanding Siemen’s modeling capabilities and directly complementing existing foundry digital tools.

2026 AIChE Spring Meeting, April 12-16, 2026
2026-04-12 00:00 - 2026-04-16 23:59
The AIChE Spring Meeting and Global Congress on Process Safety is the key technical conference for practicing chemical and process safety engineers, covering the industry’s critical needs more broadly and deeply than any other conference.

World Downstream Forum - April 13-15, 2026
2026-04-13 - 2026-04-15
in 2026, the World Refining Association celebrates 30 years of connecting downstream leaders, driving innovation, and shaping the future of refining.

To mark this milestone, the Middle East—at the heart of global energy markets with world-class infrastructure and a commitment to transformation—will host the World Downstream Forum, reflecting WRA’s global reach and dedication to the future of the sector.

130th Metalcasting Congress, April 14-16, 2026, Grand Rapids, MI
2026-04-14 - 2026-04-16
CPFD Software will be presenting and exhibiting at Metalcasting Congress 2026. Come visit our exhibit at Booth 515, and tune into our talk – “Cold-Box Core Production Process Optimization using Simulation”!
Presentation DetailsTitle: Cold-Box Core Production Process Optimization using SimulationSession: Molding Methods & MaterialsTime: 8 AM, Wednesday, April 15thLocation: Grand Gallery A
Metalcasting Congress combines the best in learning, networking, and product exploration. Experience in-depth technical sessions on the latest industry advancements, classes taught by some of the world’s preeminent metalcasting experts, panel discussions on leading management techniques, keynotes set to inspire you, networking events to expand your horizons, and a show floor packed with exhibits from some of the world’s leading industry suppliers.
Metalcasting Congress is where casting designers, buyers, and OEM representatives will find sessions aimed at their needs, including casting case studies, reshoring, material properties and selection, and casting quality. Casting Designers & Buyers Track sessions take place right on the exhibit floor near the Cast in North America pavilion, featuring the continent’s leading foundry exhibitors.

PSRI - Fluidization Seminar in Chicago, Illinois, April 14-17th, 2026
2026-04-14 - 2026-04-17
CPFD will give an invited guest lecture about “Simulation of Industrial-Scale Fluidized Beds and Fluid-Particle Systems” at the PSRI Fluidization Seminar, taking place April 14-17th, 2026 at PSRI’s headquarters in Chicago, IL.
The purpose of the PSRI Fluidization Seminar is to supply instruction on the theory, design and operation of fluidized beds and solids transfer systems for engineers new to the field, or those who want to improve their understanding of the field. The four-day course covers the basics of fluidized beds and solids transfer, and then discusses how best to design and operate the most critical elements of fluidized beds and solids transfer such as cyclones, standpipes, gas distributors and pneumatic conveying lines.

Basic Fluidization Hydrodynamics
Gas Distributor Design and Operation
Circulating Fluidized Beds and High-Velocity Systems
Cyclone Design and Operation
Dilute and Dense-Phase Conveying
Particle Entrainment
Erosion and Particle Attrition
Standpipes and Solids Flow Systems

Learn more about the fluidization seminar and workshop or register here.

IEEE-IAS/PCA Cement Conference - April 26-30, 2026
2026-04-26 - 2026-04-30
The best and brightest in the cement industry are coming together in Fort Lauderdale, FL for the 68th annual IEEE-IAS/PCA Cement Conference. Join PCA at the most prestigious gathering of cement and concrete industry professionals.

LARTC Ask the Experts - May 12-13, 2026
2026-05-12 - 2026-05-13
LARTC: Ask The Experts isn’t just a conference—it’s a unique, interactive environment where your refinery’s most pressing technical questions get answered. If you’re responsible for refining performance and operational excellence, you can’t afford to miss this opportunity.

Learn directly from leading refiners and technology providers solving real-world challenges.
Get actionable solutions to optimise operations, enhance yields, and reduce costs.
Network with peers and industry experts who share your challenges and can offer proven insights.
Walk away with implementable strategies to bring immediate improvements to your refinery.

EUBCE - May 19-22, 2022
2026-05-19 - 2026-05-22
For over 40 years, the European Biomass Conference and Exhibition – EUBCE has been a key platform for reflecting on the biomass sector’s evolution and exploring future trends in bioenergy across research, industry, and policy.
As one of the world’s leading biomass events, EUBCE 2025 will bring together 1,500 experts from academia, industry, and policymaking across over 60 countries to explore the latest developments in biomass, bioenergy and the circular bioeconomy. The programme offers opportunities for networking, knowledge exchange, and collaboration through a mix of workshops, exhibitions, and interactive sessions.
Social and professional networking will be supported by a welcome reception, conference dinner, and networking lunches. The exhibition area will highlight EU-funded projects and feature an exhibition forum designed to foster connections between researchers, academic institutions, and industry leaders.
The Scientific Conference Programme is coordinated by the European Commission Joint Research Centre and covers the entire range of biomass research, technologies and applications focusing on bringing the latest scientific and technological research trends to the market, with the support of Circular Bio-Based Europe.

Hi-Key Technology Online Training: Barracuda Simulation for Alumina Calcination Furnace - May 20th, 2026
2026-05-20 00:00 - 23:59

Realize LIVE Americas 2026 - June 1-4, 2026
2026-06-01 00:00 - 2026-06-04 23:59
CPFD Software will be exhibiting at Realize LIVE Americas. Visit booths 196 and 197 to learn how you can leverage Barracuda Virtual Reactor and Arena-flow through the Siemens APA. In addition to exhibiting, CPFD will also present as part of a dedicated APA session in the conference Knowledge Theater at 2:15 PM on Monday, June 1st.
Realize LIVE is Siemens Digital Industries Software’s premier customer event. It brings together a global community of Siemens customers, partners, and experts to learn, connect and accelerate their digital transformation. It’s where the brightest minds in manufacturing and design gather to share insights, collaborate on solutions, and explore the future of digital transformation, focusing on the latest software innovations, best practices, and industry trends across various domains, including product design, manufacturing, and lifecycle management.

ERTC Ask the Experts - June 15-18, 2026
2026-06-15 - 2026-06-18
ERTC: Ask The Experts isn’t just a conference—it’s a unique, interactive environment where your refinery’s most pressing technical questions get answered.

Learn directly from leading refiners and technology providers solving real-world challenges.
Get actionable solutions to optimise operations, enhance yields, and reduce costs.
Network with peers and industry experts who share your challenges and can offer proven insights.
Walk away with implementable strategies to bring immediate improvements to your refinery.

If you’re responsible for refining performance and operational excellence, you can’t afford to miss this opportunity.

PSRI - TAC Annual Meeting June 23-24, 2026
2026-06-23 00:00 - 2026-06-24 23:59
The PSRI Annual Meeting (Technical Advisory Committee Meeting) takes place June 23-24, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. All employees from any PSRI Member Company are invited to attend to learn about current PSRI Membership Research Programs. Learn more and register here.
Additionally, members of the global Barracuda Virtual Reactor user community attending the PSRI meeting are encouraged to stay for Barracuda Virtual Reactor Users’ Conference 2026, immediately following the PSRI Annual Meeting in the same venue. Learn more about #BVRUC26 and register here.

FEDSM - July 26-29, 2026
2026-07-26 00:00 - 2026-07-29 23:59
CPFD Software will be presenting at FEDSM 2026. Details to come soon.
The Fluids Engineering Division (FED) of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) was founded in 1926 as the Hydraulic Division of the Society. Following the advances and trends in the field, the name of the Division was changed to the Fluids Engineering Division (FED) in 1962. Nine years later, the Division launched its own journal, the Journal of Fluids Engineering, which is now considered as one of the leading journals in the subject of engineering applications of Fluid Mechanics. Every year FED organizes the Fluids Engineering Division Summer Meeting (FEDSM).

Hi-Key Technology Online Training: Barracuda Simulation for Catalyst Regenerator - August 12th, 2026
2026-08-12 00:00 - 23:59

tcbiomass Training: Fundamentals of Thermochemical Conversion of Biomass - August 24, 2026
2026-08-24 10:00 - 17:00
This 1-day course, directly before the tcbiomass+ conference, reviews the fundamentals of biomass conversion. This fundamental course will provide background information on feedstock preparation, gasification, pyrolysis, upgrading, and technoeconomics taught by experts from around the world. It is designed to help those who are new to thermochemical biomass conversion gain a good understanding of the entire field. Since this course covers a wide range of thermochemical biomass conversion technology, it can also be valuable for those who are knowledgeable in one biomass conversion area to learn about competitive biomass conversion technologies. It’s also helpful for students interested in potentially working in these growing industries. Investors can also gain insights into the technical basis and challenges of biomass and waste conversion.
CPFD Software are honored to support GTI Energy and National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR, formerly NREL) team with this training course by providing a guest lecture on fluid bed modeling and solid mixing.

tcbiomass - August 25-27, 2026
2026-08-25 01:00 - 2026-08-28 00:59
CPFD are proud to be Silver Sponsors at tcbiomass2026, where we will be exhibiting and lecturing at the pre-conference training.

August 25-27, 2026 (Welcome reception: August 24)
Historic Brown Palace Hotel & Spa
Denver, Colorado

tcbiomass2026 focuses on the science of thermochemical conversion of biomass and municipal solid waste to renewable gas, liquid fuels, and chemicals. This international event draws attendees from around the world, with past conferences including representatives from Brazil, China, Finland, Germany, India, New Zealand, South Africa, Sweden, and over 20 other countries.

2026 AFPM Summit - August 31-September 3, 2026
2026-08-31 - 2026-09-03
The AFPM Summit delivers world-class technical sessions dedicated to improving plant-wide performance in the refining and petrochemical industries. Join and network with dedicated industry subject matter experts in Grapevine to discover the latest strategies and emerging innovations, and find immediate solutions to implement at the site level. With over 70 sessions, we guarantee to deliver the curriculum you need to succeed.

PSRI - Fluidization Seminar in Chicago, Illinois, September 8-11th, 2026
2026-09-08 - 2026-09-11
CPFD will give an invited guest lecture about “Simulation of Industrial-Scale Fluidized Beds and Fluid-Particle Systems” at the PSRI Fluidization Seminar, taking place September 8-11th, 2026 at PSRI’s headquarters in Chicago, IL.
The purpose of the PSRI Fluidization Seminar is to supply instruction on the theory, design and operation of fluidized beds and solids transfer systems for engineers new to the field, or those who want to improve their understanding of the field. The four-day course covers the basics of fluidized beds and solids transfer, and then discusses how best to design and operate the most critical elements of fluidized beds and solids transfer such as cyclones, standpipes, gas distributors and pneumatic conveying lines.

Basic Fluidization Hydrodynamics
Gas Distributor Design and Operation
Circulating Fluidized Beds and High-Velocity Systems
Cyclone Design and Operation
Dilute and Dense-Phase Conveying
Particle Entrainment
Erosion and Particle Attrition
Standpipes and Solids Flow Systems

Learn more about the fluidization seminar and workshop or register here.

Foundry Tech + Expo - September 9-11, 2026
2026-09-09 - 2026-09-11
CPFD Software is excited to participate in Foundry Tech + Expo 2026.
Foundry Tech + Expo is the only trade fair in Japan dedicated exclusively to the foundry and casting industry. It brings together innovative casting technologies, materials, equipment, components, and services—all in one venue—providing invaluable opportunities to learn about the cutting edge and expand your industry network.
Held concurrently with Thermotec 2026 – Japan’s largest—and only—exhibition in the field of industrial furnaces and thermal technologies – creates powerful synergy between the two fairs.

Hi-Key Technology Online Training: Barracuda Simulation for Chemical Vapor Deposition of Silicon - September 9th, 2026
2026-09-09 00:00 - 23:59

GSTC 2024 - October 18-21, 2026
2026-10-16 00:00 - 2026-10-18 23:59
This is the syngas industry’s largest and most prestigious event; bringing together the world’s top experts and corporate leaders. The Global Syngas Technologies Conference is the industry’s premier networking event; the one place to meet all of the major players in the syngas industry.

SPE Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition - October 21-23, 2026
2026-10-21 - 2026-10-23
The SPE Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition (ATCE) is the leading technical energy conference and exhibition for global E&P professionals, showcasing the people and solutions driving the industry forward.
Join thousands of professionals to explore cutting-edge technologies, collaborate with industry leaders, and engage in discussions that will shape the future of energy—empowering you with the tools and knowledge to make an impact in today’s ever-evolving energy landscape.

2026 AIChE Annual Meeting - November 8-12, 2026
2026-11-08 00:00 - 2026-11-12 23:59
The AIChE Annual Meeting is the premier educational forum for chemical engineers interested in innovation and professional growth. Academic and industry experts will cover wide range of topics relevant to cutting-edge research, new technologies, and emerging growth areas in chemical engineering.

CPFD Software are thrilled to once again sponsor the Particle Technology Forum Student Poster Awards! We highly recommend graduate students to submit their research to the awards.
