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Autonomous Digital Journey: The Future of Refineries and Petrochemical Plants

Watch the webinar replay to explore new advancements in fully autonomous operations,fusing sensors, digital twins, and AI-driven automation.

Webinar Details

As refiners and petrochemical producers move towards a more decarbonized value chain, while balancing the needs of remaining competitive and ensuring workforce competency, operators must develop new digital muscle by using an Intelligent Operations Framework through: 

• Harnessing ubiquitous sensors, digital twin, and virtual technologies

• Embedding process knowledge into automation

• Humanizing artificial intelligence for future-ready operations

With decades of experience in process control and automation and being in lockstep with leading process technology licensors, Honeywell technology delivers industry leading returns to our partners by: 

• Embedding proprietary knowledge in automation systems – de-risking and accelerating project schedules

• Leveraging cyber secure edge, cloud and virtual technologies – delivering safe, scalable and leaner designs

• Using analytics, AI and ML technologies – enabling a sustainable and future ready operations

Join Honeywell on how you can decarbonize with Honeywell’s Intelligent Operations Framework, fusing sensors, digital twins, and AI-driven automation to continue your journey towards a sustainable, future-ready digital refinery or petrochemical plant.

 

Meet the speakers

Raam Thotakura, Solution Leader for Renewable Fuels, Honeywell Process Solutions

Raam Thotakura, a seasoned professional with over 22 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry, serves as the Solution Leader for Renewable Fuels. Holding an MBA from the McCombs School of Business, University of Texas and a Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation and Control from the University of Madras, Raam's career began as an I & C maintenance engineer with Indian Oil Corporation. Throughout his journey, Raam has held diverse roles in design, project management, field services and product management, leading teams globally, joining Honeywell in 2013. In his current capacity, he leads the strategic positioning of Honeywell's extensive portfolio to cater to the evolving needs of downstream processes in the dynamic energy landscape.

Chris Polaniecki, Global Marketing Director for Renewable Fuels

Chris Polaniecki has been with Honeywell since 2001. He has served in a variety of roles throughout his career at Honeywell, including Strategic Marketing, Business Development Manager, Offering Management, Sales Support, and Field Operating Services. Nearly all his experience is working with customers in the refining and petrochemical verticals around the globe. Chris is currently the Global Marketing Director for Sustainable Fuels and Chemicals and he has a MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, from Northwestern University.

Cesar Bravo, AI Solutions Director

Cesar Bravo is AI Solutions Director at Honeywell Process Solutions. He has over 24 years of experience setting the strategy and overseeing research, development, and implementation of digital solutions for process industries.He has performed various leadership roles in Research and Development, Product Management, and Consulting at industry-leading Oil & Gas services and operator companies. Cesar is a recognized thought leader and author of more than 30 technical papers about Digital Transformation, the Digital Oil Field, and the application of Artificial Intelligence and optimization methods in industrial production processes.

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