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European Hydrogen Week 2026
2026-10-26 09:00 - 2026-10-30 17:00 (Europe/London)
Venue: Brussels Expo, Belgium

Join a week dedicated to all things hydrogen and be part of Europe’s clean energy transition at European Hydrogen Week 2026.

Hydrogen is central to Europe’s climate strategy, recognised by the EU Hydrogen Strategy and the European Green Deal for its wide-ranging role across the energy system.

Amid rising energy costs, resource constraints and the need to strengthen industrial competitiveness, hydrogen is emerging as a powerful driver of decarbonisation, growth and energy independence for Europe.

This pivotal moment presents a major opportunity to build a robust European hydrogen supply chain, reduce reliance on fossil fuels and deliver the climate ambitions needed to limit global warming to 1.5°C.

Date: Oct 26th to 30th, 2026

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Hydrogen Technology World Expo
2026-10-20 09:00 - 2026-10-22 17:00
Venue: Hamburg Messe, Germany

The Hydrogen Technology World Expo is the must-attend conference and exhibition dedicated to advanced technologies for the hydrogen and fuel cell industry.

The event will bring together the entire hydrogen value chain to focus on developing solutions and innovations for low-carbon hydrogen production, efficient storage and distribution, and applications across a variety of stationary and mobile uses.

Date: Oct 20th to 22nd, 2026

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IChemE Hydrogen Innovation and Technology Conference
2026-10-14 09:00 - 2026-10-15 17:00
Venue: etc.venues, Manchester

The IChemE Hydrogen Innovation and Technology Conference series is delivered through the alliance between IChemE and the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), supporting the adoption of hydrogen as a clean energy carrier and the global transition to net-zero emissions.

Join leaders, innovators, policymakers and experts to explore hydrogen’s role in transforming transport, industry and the wider net-zero transition.

The event brings together those driving real-world deployment, breakthrough research, and the next generation of commercial opportunities, connecting the technology, policy, investment, and implementation communities shaping the future hydrogen landscape.

Date: Oct 15th and 16th, 2026

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Hydrogen Scotland Conference
2026-10-06 08:30 - 19:30 | Hilton Glasgow, 1 William St, Glasgow, G3 8HT, United Kingdom
Our 18th Conference – Get your tickets now!

Now in its 18th year, the Hydrogen Scotland Conference is a highlight of the Scottish hydrogen events calendar and returns to Glasgow on 6 October 2026, refreshed with what attendees told us they value most- bringing everything into a single, carefully curated day.

The programme is full and varied, featuring interactive workshops led by leading experts, hands-on training sessions, and ample opportunity to connect meaningfully with those driving the future of hydrogen- from industry, academia, policymakers and the next generation.

Highlights

The Plenary

The plenary opens with keynotes from prominent voices across the hydrogen sector, framing the big issues of the moment before delegates disperse into the day’s workshops. It’s where the conversation starts.

Workshops & Training

Led by some of the best minds in the hydrogen sector, past attendees have consistently praised both the breadth of topics covered and the quality of discussion, making the workshops one of the most valued parts of the day.

Exhibition & Networking

The Hilton Glasgow’s layout is built for networking, and this year’s programme strikes the same balance between sessions and informal conversation that attendees valued last year.

Drinks, Food & Awards

Wind down with drinks and food – then join us to celebrate the people, projects, and organisations at the heart of the sector.

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Workshop Themes

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The Hydrogen Scotland Conference brings Scotland’s hydrogen sector together and puts your organisation in front of the people shaping its future. Whether you’re looking to raise your profile or build the right relationships, we’d love to discuss what that could look like for you.

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A recap of Hydrogen Scotland 2025

Day 1 – Tuesday 28th October: Workshops & Exhibition

8:00: Registration & Networking

8:00: Registration & Networking

9:15: Workshops begin

10:30 to 11:15: Coffee break

12:30 to 13:30: Lunch

15:00 to 15:30: Coffee break

18:00 to 19:15: Civic Reception

19:30 to 22:30: Awards Dinner

Day 2 – Wednesday 29th October: Conference programme

08:15-09:10: Registration, coffee, exhibition walk-through and networking

09:10-09:15: Welcome to Day 2 – Nigel Holmes, CEO of Hydrogen Scotland

09:15-10:45: Plenary Session chaired by Dr. Alexandra Stein, NZTC

Opening keynote by Cabinet Secretary for Climate Action & Energy Gillian Martin MSP

Guest keynote by Gunther Grathwohl, German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE)

Energy Transition and the New Trilemma by Dr Kerry-Ann Adamson, Capgemini

Key findings from DNV Energy Outlook 2050 by Sarah Kimpton, DNV

Panellists: Stuart Mitchell, Hydrasun & Dr Oliver Taylor, bp Aberdeen

10:45-11:15: Coffee, exhibition walk-through and networking

11:15-12:25: Make It & Move It, chaired by Matthew Knight, Siemens Energy

Value engineering for renewables & hydrogen by Calum McLennan, GreenCat

Hydrogen’s role in alleviating grid constraints by Stephanie Hay, Arup

Project Union FEED for Scotland by Donald Oleforo, National Gas

LTS futures: the LIVE trial and next steps by Nancy Thomson, SGN

Panellists: Rob Dale, Beyond 2050 & Nick Stapley, RWE

12:30-13:20: Lunch, exhibition walk-through and networking

13:20-14:30: Store It & Use It, chaired by Sarah Baillie, Addleshaw Goddard

Hydrogen for data centre power & cooling by Shane Barr, Siemens Energy

Taking a green ammonia project through FID by Sam Mackilligin, Atome plc

Partnership working – case study with GeoPura by Mitch Brunt, NVFCL

Developing steel-lined underground hydrogen storage by Chris Yendell, Gravitricity

HydroGlen & Beyond by Niamh Carr, James Hutton Institute & Alex Gauntt, Water to Water

Panellists: Adam Frew, NESO & Amanda Lyne, ULEMCo

14:30-14:45: The Monaco Energy Boat Challenge by Teams Heriot-Watt University & the University of Glasgow

14:45-15:15: Coffee with exhibition walk-through and networking

15:15-16:15: Foundations for Growth, chaired by David Hogg, Arup

Scaling up Hydrogen Safely by Dr. Stuart Hawksworth, UK HSE

Sustainable Water for Hydrogen by Colin Lindsay, Scottish Water & Jacqui Lang, SEPA

H2 Testing & Demonstration Facility by Amy Perry, ETZ & Dr. Martin Hanton, TUV-SUD

Panellist: Rob Forrest, GreenPower

16:15-16:25: Fuel Cell Buggy Challenge Results from Arlan Harris, Hydrogen Challenge

16:25-16:30: Closing Comments by Nigel Holmes, Hydrogen Scotland

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Highlights

The Stewart Dow Memorial Award

The Stewart Dow Memorial Award acknowledges and encourages individuals or groups who are passionate about the development of hydrogen and fuel cells. The UK Hydrogen Energy Association (HEA) and Hydrogen Scotland jointly support the award.

This is your opportunity to nominate an individual or group that has developed practical solutions or innovative products, successfully commercialised fuel cells in new applications, or united people in a collaborative manner.

Applications for the 2025 Stewart Dow Award have now closed. Winners will be announced at our conference dinner.

The Student Poster Competition

Green hydrogen is set to play a significant role in future energy solutions, making it essential to engage with and learn from younger researchers. Our annual student poster competition offers future hydrogen experts the chance to meet and present their work to the wider Hydrogen Scotland community.

Many of our previous winners have gone on to make valuable contributions in various academic and professional fields.

Applications for the Student Poster Competition have now closed. Winners will be announced at our conference dinner.

The Young Professional Award

Are you a young professional making waves in Scotland’s hydrogen industry? Or do you know someone who is?

This award seeks to formally recognise the exceptional contributions of a young professional whose innovation, dedication, and passion exemplify the emerging talent shaping the future of hydrogen in Scotland.

If you’re under 35 and contributing to the growth of the hydrogen sector, we want to hear from you!

Applications for the Hydrogen Young Professionals Award have now closed. Winners will be announced at our conference awards dinner.

Supported by the Glasgow City Council and Glasgow Convention Bureau:

A look back at Hydrogen Scotland 2024

“Hydrogen Scotland 2024 achieved record attendance, and I invite you to join us again (along with your new members and friends) at the Hilton Hotel in Glasgow on October 28th and 29th for Hydrogen Scotland 2025, which we hope will be even more valuable than last year.”-Nigel Holmes, CEO at Hydrogen Scotland

Baillie Pike – Civic Reception speech

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Cenex Expo 2026 - Postponed
2026-09-22 09:00 - 17:00
Cenex has announced that this year’s Cenex Expo, scheduled to take place on 22–23 September 2026 at ICC Wales in Newport, will be postponed following a strategic review conducted in consultation with industry partners and stakeholders.

27th May 2026: Cenex has announced that this year’s Cenex Expo, scheduled to take place on 22–23 September 2026 at ICC Wales in Newport, will be postponed following a strategic review conducted in consultation with industry partners and stakeholders.

First established in 2008 as Cenex-LCV, Cenex Expo plays an important role in bringing together the UK and international transport innovation community, connecting industry, government, academia and technology leaders working across net zero mobility and connected automated transport.

Organised by Cenex, the independent not-for-profit Research and Technology Organisation, the event has established itself in the calendar as the preeminent forum for networking, dissemination and engagement aimed at supporting UK innovation, collaboration and market development across the automotive, transport and energy sectors.

Commenting on the decision, Robert Evans, CEO of Cenex, said:

“This has been a difficult decision, as we know Cenex Expo is highly valued by industry and has become an important showcase for UK capability, innovation and collaboration across transport decarbonisation and connected automated mobility.

“Having listened closely to our customers and the challenges they are currently facing, we believe the responsible decision is to pause the event this year and ensure that the next Cenex Expo takes place at the right time, with the strongest possible industry participation, collaboration and impact.

“The UK continues to play a leading role in the transition towards net zero mobility and connected automated transport, and Cenex remains fully committed to supporting that innovation journey through both our technical programmes and wider industry engagement activities.”

Cenex says the decision creates an opportunity to evolve support for the transport innovation community, building on the momentum of programmes such as Drive35 and CAM Pathfinder while developing future engagement activities that reflect the changing needs of industry and government.

Over the coming months, Cenex will continue working closely with industry, government and its supporting partners to shape future engagement opportunities and determine the most appropriate timing and format for future Cenex Expo activities.

Alongside the evolution of Cenex Expo, Cenex is developing a strategic programme of smaller thematic events, collaborative activities and sector-focused initiatives to support more targeted discussions and year-round engagement across key technology, policy and market areas.

Cenex would like to thank its exhibitors, sponsors, partners and delegates for their continued support and commitment to advancing the UK’s net zero and connected mobility ambitions.

World Hydrogen Energy Conference
2026-07-22 09:00 - 2026-07-26 12:00
Venue: Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore

As global momentum behind hydrogen continues to build, The World Hydrogen Energy Conference 2026 serves as a vital platform for collaboration and action—bringing together leading experts to accelerate the development of safe, sustainable and scalable hydrogen technologies.

Hosted in the heart of Southeast Asia, Singapore provides the ideal setting for global exchange, innovation and partnership as the industry works together to advance a cleaner energy future.

Date: Jun 22nd to 26th, 2026

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Clean Hydrogen at Scale: Strengthening Europe's Competitiveness Through Sustainable Water Use
2026-07-10 09:00 - 10:30
The large-scale deployment of renewable hydrogen goes hand in hand with sustainable water management.

Join the Clean Hydrogen Partnership (Joint Undertaking) on Friday 10th July 2026 from 09:00 to 10:30 BST for their webinar about the key findings and recommendations of the recent study on Sustainability of Water Use and Management in Renewable Hydrogen Production.

This webinar will include presentations from the report authors together with a moderated panel discussion and also explore how policymakers, industry and researchers can work together to ensure a sustainable, resilient and competitive hydrogen economy.

Participants will gain insights into:

Water requirements across renewable hydrogen production pathways

Challenges and opportunities for sustainable water use

Recommendations for efficient and responsible water management

Practical solutions for water-smart hydrogen deployment, including strategic plant siting, desalination integration, and circular water management approaches

Programme:

9:00 – 9:10 BST – Opening remarks

Mirela Atanasiu, Head of Unit Operations and Communication, Clean Hydrogen Partnership

Alessandra Cuneo, Head of Hydrogen and Power Generation R&D, RINA

9.10 – 9.30 BST – Session 1 – Sustainability of water use and management in renewable Hydrogen production

Water Availability and Hydrogen Deployment: the Clean Hydrogen Explorer Marco Micotti, SoftWater

Insights from Regional Case Studies Gianluca Greco, Fundación Hidrógeno Aragón

Key Takeaways for Water‑Smart Hydrogen Deployment Alessandra Cuneo, RINA

Audience Q&A

9:40 – 10:10 BST – Session 2 – How can renewable hydrogen scale without compromising water resources? (Moderated panel discussion focused on connecting project outcomes with EU policy and industrial relevance, and sharing lessons learned with other EU initiatives)

Luca Feola, Project Officer, Clean Hydrogen JU

Arno van den Bos, Analyst, Irena

Christian Urgeghe, Director, Fondazione De Nora

Julie Mougin, Deputy Director for Hydrogen Technologies, CEA

Lorena Korosec, Policy Officer, DG ENV, European Commission (TBC)

Moderated by Alessio Tarantini, Innovation proposal and Project Management Executive Director in RINA

Audience Q&A

10:20 – 10:30 BST – Closing Remarks

About the Clean Hydrogen Partnership:

As a key driver of Europe’s clean hydrogen economy, the Clean Hydrogen Partnership accelerates the development and deployment of innovative hydrogen technologies, helping to bridge the gap between research and market uptake while strengthening Europe’s global leadership in hydrogen. For further information about the CHP’s visit their website and register for the newsletter.

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The Hydrogen Energy Association Annual Conference
2026-07-09 09:00 - 16:00
Venue: IET London, 2 Savoy Place, London

Join the Hydrogen Energy Association (HEA), one of the UK’s leading hydrogen conferences, taking place in the heart of London at the IET’s Savoy Place on 9 July 2026.

Connect, collaborate and build business with hundreds of key stakeholders from across the hydrogen value chain at this flagship industry event.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation shaping the future of energy.

Date: Jul 9th, 2026

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Fuelling the Future: Opportunities for CO2, H2 in E-fuels & SAF
2026-06-24 01:00 - 17:00
Join Decarb Scotland, Hydrogen Scotland and the SCCS for an afternoon of practical discussion on the policy, regulations, challenges & opportunities for e-fuels and SAF in Scottish and global markets.

Date: June 24th in Edinburgh

Programme:

1:00 pm – Registration and Networking with tea, coffee, and cakes

1:30 pm –1:40 – Opening remarks, Philippa Parmiter, Decarb Scotland and Terry Shevlin, aviation strategy and sustainable aviation team leader, Transport Scotland

1:40 pm – 3.00 pm – Session 1: Policy, Drivers and Challenges

Chair: Dr Philippa Parmiter, Decarb Scotland

Donna Sutherland, Veri Energy

Jon Simpson, Scottish Enterprise

Kim McCann, Protium

3:00 pm – 3.20 pm – Networking break with refreshments

3:20 pm – 4.45 pm – Session 2: Projects and technologies

Chair: Nick Stapley, RWE

Dr Naveed Akhtar, Hy-Hybrid Energy

Tim Dumenil, NZTC

Dr Ignacio Tudela-Montes, University of Edinburgh

Ben Stevenson, Black & Veatch

4:50 pm – Closing remarks, Sally Molyneux, Hydrogen Scotland

5:00 pm – Event ends

This event is for Hydrogen Scotland members and guests. If you are not a member and would like to attend, please email info@hydrogenscotland.com.

World Hydrogen Summit
2026-05-19 09:00 - 2026-05-21 18:00
Venue: Rotterdam Ahoy, Rotterdam, Netherlands

The World Hydrogen Summit & Exhibition brings together global energy leaders and government representatives to drive forward hydrogen businesses and enable the worldwide energy transition to meet the 2030 and 2050 climate goals.

Delivered by the Sustainable Energy Council (SEC), it is renowned for hosting high-value meetings with decision-makers where solutions are sought, deals are done, and sustainable action is taken.

Date: May 19th to 21st, 2026

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All-Energy Exhibition & Conference 2026
2026-05-13 09:00 - 2026-05-14 16:00
Venue: SEC Glasgow, Exhibition Way, Glasgow

Celebrating 25 years as the UK’s leading clean energy event, All-Energy brings the renewable energy community together at Glasgow’s SEC for two days of networking and business connections. Following a record-breaking 2025 with 13,033 attendees, the event continues to grow as the UK’s largest low-carbon energy gathering.

All-Energy provides the connections that count. No other event brings you more innovative providers and this level of insight, direct from the leaders and influencers of the renewable and low-carbon community.

Date: May 13th & 14th, 2026

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IMechE – Engineering a Hydrogen Economy
2026-04-29 09:00 - 2026-04-30 17:00
Venue: Millenium Point, Birmingham

Now in its sixth year, the ‘IMechE – Engineering a Hydrogen Economy’ conference brings together industry leaders to tackle the key challenges in scaling a cost-effective hydrogen economy — from infrastructure and storage to regulation, investment and skills.

With 50+ expert presentations and 150+ hydrogen professionals in attendance, the forum delivers practical insights to de-risk projects, accelerate commercialisation and build the partnerships needed for a net-zero future.

Date: Jun 22nd to 26th, 2026

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European Hydrogen Energy Conference
2026-03-11 09:00 - 2026-03-13 12:00
Venue: Fibes II – Congress and Exhibition Centre, Seville, Spain

The European Hydrogen Energy Conference 2026 offers a comprehensive overview of the hydrogen industry through plenary and parallel sessions. You will be able to focus on specific areas of interest or explore the industry’s entire value chain, from big corporations to cutting-edge scientific research.

Join industry experts, investors, startups, and researchers to stay updated on the latest trends and developments in the hydrogen industry.

Date: Mar 11th to 13th, 2026

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Hydrogen UK’s Annual Conference and Awards
2026-03-10 14:00 - 2026-03-11 17:00
The Hydrogen UK Annual Conference and Awards celebrate excellence and innovation in the hydrogen industry.

The Hydrogen UK awards shine a spotlight on the outstanding achievements and contributions of individuals and organisations driving the hydrogen economy forward.

The Hydrogen UK conference gathers policy makers, industry leaders and investors from across the UK to showcase, connect and collaborate to drive the hydrogen industry forward.

Exhibitors will be joining the conference from across the hydrogen value chain, showcasing their technologies and projects.

Date: Mar 10th & 11th, 2026

Venue: National Conference Centre (NCC), Coventry Rd, Solihull, Birmingham

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Hydrogen's role in a rapidly evolving North Sea Energy Sector
2026-03-02 13:00 - 14:00
The recent North Sea Future Plan states that, alongside offshore wind and CCUS, hydrogen is one of the three key clean energy sectors on which the North Sea’s energy future will be built. It can support the scale-up of offshore renewables, provide solutions for long-term energy storage and deliver flexible, low-carbon power.

In 2023, the North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) took on the role of regulator for offshore hydrogen, becoming the licensing and consenting authority for hydrogen pipelines and storage in the North Sea.

Learn more about the NSTA work with the sector to ensure that hydrogen’s potential for supporting energy security, decarbonisation and North Sea transition is fully realised:

The NSTA’s remit and its approach to regulating offshore hydrogen pipelines and storage, balancing energy security, net zero and transition opportunities;

The NSTA’s work with offshore regulators, spatial planning organisations and international counterparts to support the deployment of hydrogen and its integration into the wider energy landscape;

The NSTA’s research into understanding the feasibility of repurposing offshore gas infrastructure for hydrogen transportation;

The NSTA’s study on the geology and engineering of different storage types and the associated transportation, processing and subsurface considerations.

Date: March 2nd, 2026

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Hazardex Live 2026
2026-02-25 08:30 - 2026-02-26 15:00
Hazardex area operations and process safety.

Hazardex Live is the original high-hazard industry event for process safety professionals concerned with protecting personnel, process, and plant. Widely recognised as the most important global event specific to hazardous area operations across all major industries, Hazardex Live brings together the process safety community on an annual basis to review current or forthcoming legislation and stay up to date with best practice and the latest research in areas key to managing process safety effectively.

Day 1 – Stream 1

Global competence: how do we create internationally relevant and credible assessments?Huw Bement, Managing Director – CompEx

Trials and tribulations of hazardous area inspections – what happens after the reportDewi Evans, Hazardous Area Operations Manager – C&P Engineering Services

Developing a safe and skilled energy workforceStephen Marcos Jones, CEO – OPITO

Moving from OG86 to ISA/IEC 62443 – a change in regulatory benchmarkChris Buttrick, Principal Specialist Inspector – Health & Safety Executive

Emerging issues for internal hazards in the nuclear industryJoe Nithsdale, Nuclear Safety Inspector – Office for Nuclear Regulation

The leadership perspective – why do we need a renewed focus on the PSLG principles?Peter Davidson, Executive Director – Tank Storage Association

Offshore process safety insightsDr. Edwin Bailey, former Ithaca Energy Process Safety/Technical Safety Team Lead

Streamline HazLoc approvals in key international marketsJulia Gresser, Team Lead Global Market Access, Europe – CSA Group

Asset integrity failings in process safety eventsRichard Hellebrand, Board Member of IMechE Process Industries Division – Institution of Mechanical Engineers

What the major changes to Edition 6 of BS EN 60079-14 mean for Ex d cables and cable glandsJon Hichens, Training & Operations Director – insightEx

Usage of IEC TS 60079-46 and the ignition hazard assessment for assembliesChristian Roder, Senior Explosion Protection Engineer – Nemko

Low frequency does not equal tolerable risk: anticipating thunderstorm hazards in industrial and ATEX/DSEAR environmentsStephane Schmitt, Lightning Application Expert – Meteorage

Day 1 – Stream 2 – Sponsored by DNV

UK Energy Transition OutlookSam Jones, Market Manager, Project Assurance – DNV

Scaling up hydrogen across ScotlandSally Molyneux, Business Manager – Hydrogen Scotland

Managing the hazards of low carbon fuels/feedstockJames Steven, Business Development & Growth Manager – DNV

“Flying in the cold” – Liquid H2 safetyMark Eldridge, Director of Hydrogen – Element Materials Technology

Design for DSEAR complianceGraham Doggett, Technical Director – ECFIO

Assurance in the digital ageDr. Chris Bell, Principal Consultant, Digital Energy – DNV

Non Ex certified quadruped robot for hazardous areasAnette Jacobsen, Project Leader – Equinor

Biomethane: how to proactively increase intakeWill Osborn, Senior Consultant, Digital Energy – DNV

The role of digital tools in reducing risk and error in Ex inspectionsAllan Merritt, CEO & Claire Murray, Head of Business Development – Arnlea Systems

Digital dry deluge testing: an innovative approach to fire deluge complianceLoic Gauilard, Technical Director – Paradigm

Common issues with non-electrical ignition hazard assessmentAnastasia Tsampazaglou, Senior E&I Engineer – DNV

Day 2 – Stream 1

An update on IECEx activities and certification toolsChris Agius, Executive Secretary – IECEx

Humans hallucinate too! Engineering judgement, competence, confidence and AIHarvey Dearden, Associate Consultant – HTS Engineering

Rethinking priorities in Functional Safety: A management and assessment-centric approachTino Vande Capelle, Senior Functional Safety Expert & Trainer – TVC Functional Safety Services

Methane to mixtures: shaping hazardous area classification in a low-carbon futureDr. Rhiannon Chalmers-Brown, Managing Consultant – ERM

Achieving control over the risk of electrostatic dischargesEthan Hodge, Applications Specialist – Newson Gale

Ex products & cyber threats: a potentially explosive mixtureAndy Smith, General Manager – Element Materials Technology

How to develop an AI adept process safety mindsetAngus Keddie, Director – Process Safety Matters

Enhancing safety in road tanker loading and offloadingAlex Brady, Associate Director – Carbis Loadtec

Can real-time scoring of Ex departures be effectively and safely adopted for hazardous area inspections?Peter Lee Williams, Ex Advisor

Day 2 – Stream 2 – Sponsored by DNV

Building confidence in new technology or methodsAli Bahtui, Principal Engineer, Project Assurance – DNV

Enabling innovation in high-hazard industries: improving efficiency, cost and emissionsMohamad Kantar, Managing Director – Kantar Advisory Partners

Improving plant performance with agentic AITim Highfield, CEO – Kondor

Early-stage R&D for circular waste-to-value technologies: challenges, learnings, and next stepsJaymish Patel, CEO – BioFuels

From experiment to prevention: explosion risk and process safetyMike Johnson, VP Senior Principal Consultant – DNV

Moving from compliance driven safety to intelligence driven risk managementWilliam Cowdroy, Consulting Director – ERM

Meet the experts sessionQ&A opportunity with Stream 2 speakers

Date: Feb 25th and 26th, 2026

Venue: The Majestic Hotel, Harrogate

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DeCarb Scotland Conference
2026-02-19 09:00 - 20:00
Venue: John McIntyre Centre, Pollock Halls, Edinburgh

At DeCarb Scotland, hear updates on international and local industrial decarbonisation projects, alongside hearing about enabling technologies from the supply chain.

Receive updates from UK industrial clusters: Scottish Cluster, HyNet, MNZ / Peak Cluster and routes to industrial decarbonisation through fuel-switching and low-carbon heat.

The draft Climate Change Plan, recently released by the Scottish Government, highlights the importance of negative emission technologies (NETs) in achieving Scotland’s 2045 net-zero target, and the sustainable development of Grangemouth is also key. For both Grangemouth and NETs, biogenic CO₂ is a key resource; potential markets include carbon dioxide removal certificates (CDRs), efuels and SAF, and other utilisation routes will be discussed.

Hydrogen Scotland members receive 10% off this event- see your member updates for details.

Date: Feb 19th, 2026

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The 7th UK CCUS & Hydrogen Decarbonisation Summit
2026-02-10 09:00 - 2026-02-11 19:30
Venue: The Royal Armouries, Leeds

The 7th UK CCUS & Hydrogen Decarbonisation Summit will focus on the implementation of CCS & CCUS within industrial operations and how hydrogen can decarbonise industry and transport.

The summit will bring together 750+ government officials, regulators, key industry stakeholders, leading academia, and service companies. This will be accompanied by a side exhibition of 60+ exhibitors showcasing innovative CCUS and hydrogen technologies and services.

Date: Feb 10th and 11th, 2026

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Foresight Event 2026: Shaping the Future of Clean Energy
2026-02-04 08:00 - 2026-02-05 17:00
From hydrogen and CCS to nuclear, offshore wind, data centres and clean transport — the UK is powering a new energy future.

The Foresight Event is where it all comes together. Over two days of big ideas, bold debate and breakthrough insights, leaders from every corner of the energy transition will unite to shape the path forward.

The Foresight Event will tackle the biggest challenges head-on: grid modernisation, industrial decarbonisation, financing net zero, scaling hydrogen, offshore innovation, and the race to decarbonise transport and data. Expect fresh perspectives, live audience debates, start-up pitches, and the critical conversations driving the UK’s clean energy transformation.

Date: Feb 4th and 5th, 2026

Venue: Titanic Hotel, Stanley Dock, Liverpool

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Scottish Hydrogen Innovation: Making Hydrogen Count
2026-01-29 09:30 - 15:30
A Hydrogen Innovation Programme (HIP) Event.

Making Hydrogen Count is a day of interactive discussion and debate designed to tackle the challenge of making hydrogen stack up economically as an investable proposition, head-on, and to build consensus on the most viable pathways to implement Scottish ambitions and goals.

This event is being delivered under the Scottish Government-funded Hydrogen Innovation Programme by the Energy Technology Partnership (ETP), the energy arm of the Scottish Partnership in Energy and Engineering Research and Innovation (SPEERI).

SPEERI will bring together the key actors in Scotland who are jointly responsible for taking forward the Scottish Hydrogen Action Plan. The day will provide a platform to explore who and what is needed to enable a sustainable hydrogen economy, because no single body can deliver Scotland’s hydrogen ambitions alone.

Panel discussion sessions will address the challenges and opportunities of commercialisation and internationalisation, investment strategies, technical feasibility, and innovation across the entire supply chain.

These interactive sessions will examine how Scotland can leverage its renewable energy advantage to attract investment, create robust markets, and prioritise the infrastructure needed to develop strategic and commercially viable projects and demonstrations, to validate business cases, and deploy scaled solutions.

This is not just about technology—it’s about creating the conditions for success.

This event is for anyone working across the hydrogen value-chain, within the whole hydrogen sector, including industry, policy-makers, academia, innovation support organisations, R&D facilities, and especially innovators. Join to uncover clearer pathways towards a hydrogen economy that works—economically, technically, and sustainably.

Agenda:

9:00 am – 9:30 am: Registration & Networking (with tea & coffee)

9:30 am – 9:45 am: Welcome & Introduction

9:45 am – 11:10 am: Plenary 1 – Sector Update, Innovation Support & Funding

11:10 am – 11:30 am: Break

11:30 am – 12:30 pm: Plenary 2 – Investor Guidance & Top Tips

12:30 pm – 1:45 pm: Lunch/Exhibition/Networking (including an Investment Support Session)

1:45 pm – 3:15 pm: Parallel Sessions (attend one)

Session A: Transport & Storage: Innovation & Regulations

Session B: Hydrogen Products & Off-Takers

Session C: Innovation Challenges & Support

3:15 pm – 3:30 pm: Closing Remarks (in Exhibition Zone)

3:30 pm – 4:30 pm: Networking (in Exhibition Zone)

*Please note: The agenda is subject to change

Date: Jan 29th, 2026

Venue: Advanced Research Centre, University of Glasgow

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Hyvolution Paris 2026
2026-01-27 07:30 - 2026-01-29 17:00
Hyvolution Paris: A future of decarbonisation

Hyvolution Paris provides an excellent opportunity to enhance your expertise, broaden your network, and fast-track your projects.

For its 10th anniversary edition, Hyvolution Paris is celebrating a new milestone with an even more ambitious editorial approach. This includes redesigned strategic content and engaging formats such as round tables, masterclasses, and workshops- open to all visitors.

Visit the Hydrogen Scotland team at the event’s international pavilion.

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Safe Net Zero 2025 by UK HSE
2025-11-25 09:00 - 2025-11-26 15:00
Safe Net Zero 2025 will discuss safety considerations for the production and large-scale storage of hydrogen and its derivatives.

In the Autumn 2024 Budget, the UK government announced further investment in hydrogen production and infrastructure, bolstering confidence for those working in this area.

To make Great Britain a safe, green energy superpower, new hydrogen production and storage projects need to be built safely from the start, whilst existing ones need to continue to manage safety risks effectively throughout the project lifecycle.

To help industry, government and academia achieve this, HSE is once again bringing together key hydrogen stakeholders to share knowledge and experiences, so that together they can ensure the safe development and roll out of hydrogen technologies.

HSE UK have put together a two-day programme of safety-focused thought leadership and the latest technological insights from several major UK and international projects producing and storing both hydrogen and its derivatives.

Learn more and register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/safe-net-zero-2025-tickets-1368358650559?aff=oddtdtcreator

Scotland London Africa Week 2025
2025-11-25 08:30 - 2025-11-27 20:00
Opportunities for the Hydrogen and Energy Sector

Hydrogen Scotland members are invited to take part in Scotland London Africa Week, taking place from 25–27 November in London. Organised by the Scottish Africa Business Association (SABA), this business programme offers a unique opportunity to connect with African markets and decision-makers, while raising Scotland’s profile as a partner of choice in energy, infrastructure and innovation.

Africa is emerging as one of the most dynamic regions for renewable energy development. With abundant natural resources, growing demand for sustainable power and increasing investment in green hydrogen and low-carbon technologies, the continent presents clear opportunities for Scottish expertise. Throughout the programme, businesses will gain direct insight into these opportunities and build valuable relationships with governments, investors and companies active in the sector.

Highlights of the week include:

Country briefings from Egypt, Nigeria, Tanzania and other Commonwealth nations, with a focus on energy transition, infrastructure and investment priorities

Meetings with the UK Department for Business and Trade (DBT) Africa team, offering practical guidance on market entry and support available for Scottish companies

Networking sessions with African and UK businesses seeking collaboration across renewable energy, hydrogen, maritime and related fields

An evening reception hosted by the Secretary of State for Scotland, The Rt Hon Ian Murray MP, bringing together political leaders, investors and industry representatives in an exclusive setting

For hydrogen and wider clean energy businesses, the week provides a platform to showcase Scottish innovation and explore collaboration in areas such as hydrogen production, storage and export, as well as skills development and knowledge transfer. The discussions will highlight how Scotland’s expertise can contribute to Africa’s energy ambitions, while also opening doors for investment and partnerships that support Scotland’s own hydrogen economy.

Whether you are already active in African markets or considering your first steps, Scotland London Africa Week offers practical insights, access to high-level contacts and the chance to position your business at the heart of the UK-Africa trade and investment dialogue with the SABA team on hand to support you.

Hydrogen Scotland members can access the discounted SABA rate at The Westminster Hilton. Please get in touch with SABA for more information.

Learn more and book your tickets here: https://www.africascot.com/event-details/scotland-london-africa-week-2025

World Hydrogen Technologies Convention 2025
2025-10-21 09:00 - 2025-10-23 17:00
Globally, industry, society and governments are struggling to achieve an agreed, transparent and achievable Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for hydrogen systems. The Hydrogen Ireland Association’s World Hydrogen Technology Convention will tackle the myriad of issues embedded in this challenge and deliver a convention that encompasses the comprehensive cost analysis of deploying and maintaining hydrogen-based solutions over their entire lifecycle.

The convention will draw upon global expertise, presenting all attendees with an informed, multi-faceted understanding of the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) of hydrogen systems, examining both direct and indirect costs throughout the lifecycle of hydrogen technologies.

By considering all these factors, convention delegates can make informed decisions about the adoption and implementation of hydrogen systems, ensuring economic viability and sustainable growth in the hydrogen economy.

The Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for hydrogen systems is a critical topic, especially as industries and governments worldwide seek sustainable and cost-effective energy solutions.

The 2025 WHTC will help to provide a comprehensive understanding of four key areas of focus for the industry: Economic, Environmental, Technological and Legislative.

Learn more and register here: https://www.whtc2025.com/

Hydrogen Technology World Expo
2025-10-21 09:00 - 2025-10-23 17:00
The Hydrogen Technology World Expo is the world’s largest suppliers trade fair for hydrogen technologies, materials, components, and engineering solutions.

The Expo will unite the entire hydrogen value chain to focus on developing solutions and innovations for low-carbon hydrogen production, efficient storage and distribution, and applications across various stationary and mobile contexts.

It will also feature over 300 international speakers, more than 20,000 attendees, and 1000 exhibitors who will gather to see the latest technologies and engineering solutions, advanced materials, manufacturing equipment, and infrastructure, as well as testing and evaluation tools and services to ultimately commercialise hydrogen as a mainstream source of clean, renewable energy.

Learn more and register here: https://www.hydrogen-worldexpo.com/

Engineering challenges for hydrogen compression in pipelines
2025-10-07 13:00 - 14:00
As governments and organisations worldwide pursue ambitious climate goals through greenhouse gas emission reductions, hydrogen projects have proliferated across what is now known as the ‘hydrogen value chain’ (H2VC).

However, these projects are typically localised initiatives with limited national or international coordination, resulting in most efforts concentrating on either the production or consumption ends of the value chain.

While many valuable projects exist in both sectors, surprisingly little attention has been paid to connecting them. The critical link is hydrogen compression systems (essential for all transmission and storage), yet this crucial component has received remarkably little focus.

Gas compressors are the primary technology bridging the production and consumption sectors.

The Energy Institute’s recent research report, ‘Gas Compressors for 100% Hydrogen Duty,’ examines this technology and identifies six major applications, from smaller systems to very large flowrate compressors for gas pipelines and geological storage, where the greatest uncertainties currently exist.

This webinar builds on this report by addressing common misconceptions about hydrogen behaviour and compression, reviewing currently available compressor types, identifying the most promising technological developments, and examining major outstanding challenges.

Date & Time: Tue, Oct 7th from 1 to 2 PM

Register here: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/39a628e4-1888-43f9-995b-efab098c1f95@ac38fa5a-674b-4c32-810a-1aba0bd61a31

About our speaker:

Ian is a rare combination of career businessman, Chartered Engineer, Chartered Environmentalist and part-time academic; he addresses the hydrogen economy from very much more than a single vested-interest viewpoint

He has spent over 55 years in manufacturing industry, mostly in the UK but also other countries; starting as an apprentice, he worked through many roles before moving into senior corporate management, eventually as MD of both UK major hydrogen compressor manufacturers, Howden Compressors and Peter Brotherhood.

For more than 50 years, Ian has been involved in supplying gas compression equipment to the energy industry globally, particularly in hydrogen service and knows the sector very well.Over the past two decades, Ian has successively been a Visiting Professor in Sustainable Energy at Newcastle, Glasgow and Strathclyde universities, teaching hydrogen-related topics in each.

For the past 29 years, in his sustainability consultancy, Engineered Solutions, Ian has become heavily involved in sustainable engineered systems, in particular their impact on global climate and ecosystems.

Ian is currently a member of the Energy Institute’s Hydrogen Committee and also of its Strategy Group which is defining the hydrogen framework towards 2030.

hy-fcell Conference and Exhibition
2025-10-07 09:00 - 2025-10-08 17:00
For over 20 years now, the hy-fcell conference and exhibition has brought the hydrogen and fuel cell industry together.

This year, hy-fcell 2025 will focus on production technology, mobility and markets.

Here’s what to expect:

-Regional networking: The German south-west shows strength: Baden-Württemberg is a leading centre of innovation in the mobility transition. The Hy-fcell conference brings together strong players from component manufacturing, infrastructure and mobility who combine regional strength with global reach to create pioneering solutions for the hydrogen economy.

-Production technology: focusing on key technologies, Hy-fcell offers the densest network of experts for the production of fuel cells and electrolysers. From high-precision component production to fully automated final assembly, you can experience progress in action here.

-Hydrogen mobility: Innovations on wheels, rails and in the air: Experience the impressive range of new mobility solutions, from heavy goods vehicles, construction and agricultural machinery to trains and aeroplanes. Innovative companies show how hydrogen as an energy carrier paves the way for sustainable mobility.

-Strengthening Europe’s hydrogen economy: Hy-fcell provides impetus for the European domestic market. It brings together players from industry, research and politics to develop technologies and strategies that strengthen Europe as a business location and drive forward the green transformation.

Learn more and register here: https://www.messe-stuttgart.de/hy-fcell/en/

Hyvolution Canada 2025
2025-10-01 07:30 - 2025-10-02 23:00
Hyvolution Canada is a global hydrogen conference and trade show that covers the entire value chain of the 3 main target markets: mobility, energy, and industry.

Convinced that the development of hydrogen is based on its uses, Hyvolution makes the transversality of solutions the cardinal point of its offer.

Hyvolution has now become an unmissable event, acting as an accelerator and providing a real international, commercial and political focal point for the entire industry and will now be available in Canda in 2025.

For more information, please visit https://canada.hyvolution.com/en

European Hydrogen Week 2025
2025-09-29 09:30 - 2025-10-03 17:00
The European Hydrogen Week 2025 is one of the biggest annual events dedicated to hydrogen- the go-to event to explore opportunities and be fuelled by ideas and new concepts all around hydrogen.

The event is a hub for networking, relationship building, and learning. Attendees willhave access to prestigious content discussions at the High-Level Policy Conference covering the most pressing topics facing this new industry: Europe’s urgency to decarbonise, how hydrogen can help and remain a leader in an industry that has caught the attention of the rest of the world.

Next to the different conference streams, don’t miss the unique networking opportunities the event presents right at the centre of the European Union.

For more information and the latest event updates, please visit www.euhydrogenweek.eu.

Are the UK's gas networks ready for hydrogen?
2025-09-15 13:00 - 14:00
The hydrogen economy is rapidly transitioning from vision to reality. In the UK, the first Hydrogen Allocation Round (HAR1) has awarded contracts to 11 commercial-scale projects, with HAR2 set to expand capacity further in early 2026. These milestones are accelerating the shift toward hydrogen integration in the national energy system.

Repurposing existing pipelines at a fraction of the cost of new builds is at the heart of this transition. The UK’s Hydrogen Strategy, Hydrogen Transport and Storage Networks Pathway, and the Energy Act 2023 all identify converting parts of the National Transmission System (NTS) and regional pipelines as the primary route to a national “hydrogen backbone.” Project Union, led by National Gas, aims to repurpose around 1,500 miles by 2032.

In this webinar, Nigel Curson, Executive VP of Technical Excellence at Penspen will share lessons from UK and European projects, covering practical solutions, technical standards, and operational changes needed to make the vision a reality.

You’ll learn:

The impacts of hydrogen integration in the broader energy system

Real-world application of ASME B31.12 alongside US and European guidance

How to assess and manage materials and equipment compatibility and defect tolerance

Physical and operational modifications for safe, reliable hydrogen service

Reserve your spot and discover how existing gas networks can help power the hydrogen future.

Date & Time: Monday, Sep 15th from 1 to 2 PM

Register here: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/be377519-99ca-40c0-9149-981ce1dfd087@ac38fa5a-674b-4c32-810a-1aba0bd61a31

About our speaker:

Nigel Curson is the Executive Vice President of Technical Excellence at Penspen, a leading global energy consultancy. Nigel has over 30 years’ experience in the energy industry, working on a wide variety of worldwide midstream energy infrastructure projects across design, construction, operations & management, and integrity. Prior to joining Penspen in 2000, Nigel held various roles at Andrew Palmer and Associates, specialising in North Sea oil and gas developments.

At Penspen Nigel leads the Centre of Engineering Excellence, delivering energy transition consultancy projects including repurposing of pipelines and associated infrastructure for hydrogen and CO2 transportation and network modelling. Nigel also oversees the company’s digital pipeline integrity management platform, THEIA.

Shortlisted as for the Best Thought Leadership award at Hydrogen UK’s 2024 awards, Nigel has authored numerous technical papers and studies. He also leads Penspen’s industry training courses: Repurposing Pipelines for Hydrogen and CO2 Capture and Transmission.
