Conference Overview
3 DAYS OF HIGH
LEVEL CONFERENCE
The APGH 2026 Conference is set to be a cornerstone event in
the green hydrogen calendar, bringing together over 800 of
the most influential delegates from across the globe. Over the
course of three dynamic days, participants will be immersed in a
rich program of thought-provoking discussions, expertly
moderated panels, and visionary keynote addresses that will
shape the future of green hydrogen.
Attendees will benefit from the unparalleled opportunity to learn
from and engage with over 90 distinguished speakers. These
speakers include industry pioneers who are at the forefront of
technological innovation, policymakers who are crafting the
regulatory frameworks for tomorrow, and leading researchers
who are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in
sustainable energy.



Program
(Monday)
(Tuesday)
(Wednesday)
(Thursday)
(Friday)
(Monday)
TBC
(Tuesday)
Innovation – Reigniting the Hydrogen Promise
08:00 – 09:00
Registration & Welcome Coffee & Tea
09:00 – 09:15
CONFERENCE WELCOME BY ORGANISING CHAIRPERSON OF APGH 2026
The Honourable Datuk Dr. Haji Hazland bin Abang Haji Hipni
Deputy Minister for Energy and Environmental Sustainability Sarawak
09:15 – 09:45
MORNING KEYNOTE
Big Picture Topic on Hydrogen Globally (TBC)
(30 minutes) Big picture overview of the current hydrogen ecosystem globally and why it is still a worthwhile investment
Speaker:
Dr. Andrew Forrest
Founder and Chairman of Fortescue Metals Group
09:45 – 10:45
LEADERS DIALOGUE
Recalibrating the Hydrogen Promise
(20 minutes each) Individual Fireside chats with ministers / deputy ministers / government leaders to share on their country’s hydrogen projects, challenges and solutions [limited to 3 leaders]
Speakers:
- Mr. Gan Kim Yong [Singapore]
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry Singapore - Mr. Muto Yoji [Japan] / Mr. Ahn Duk-Geun [Korea]
Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) Japan / Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy (MOTIE) Korea - The Honourable Chang Lih Kang
Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation Malaysia (MOSTI) [Malaysia]
BloombergNEF
10:45 – 11:15
Morning Teabreak
11:15 – 12:30
Conference Hall (Rooms 12, 13, 14)
CASE STUDIES
Case Studies from Various Countries
(10-15 minutes each?) Sharing project pipelines & lessons learnt
Speakers: (options)
- Envision Energy / Jilin Electric Power (to confirm with United Hydrogen contact: Ianton)
EU RFNBO-certified: 500MW plant in Chifeng / 230MW in Jilin respectively - Fortescue’s PEM50 Green Hydrogen Project in Gladstone
- Rembus Project, Sarawak
- Green Methanol Project by Petchem, Sarawak
- NEOM Green Hydrogen Project
ACWA Power, Air Products or NEOM
Meeting Room 6 (TBC)
SARAWAK HYDROGEN ECONOMY ROUNDTABLE (BY INVITATION ONLY)
Q&A Session on Sarawak Policies, Government Processes and Requirements for Hydrogen Projects
Limited to 100 pax of registered participants only.
Speakers:
- Robert Hardin
CEO, SEDC Energy - Datuk Haji Sharbini Suhaili
Group CEO, Sarawak Energy Berhad - Timothy Ong
CEO, InvestSarawak - Datu Abang Ahmad Abang Morni
Permenant Secretary, Ministry of Energy & Environmental Sustainability Sarawak - PETROS
- Ministry of Utility & Telecommunications
- Ministry of International Trade, Industry & Investment Sarawak
12:30 – 13:30
Lunch
The Big Picture – Reigniting Hydrogen’s Promise
13:30 – 13:50
PLENARY 1
What’s Holding Us Back? From Pilot to Profit
Addressing challenges, regulation, and technology readiness
Speaker:
Robert Hardin
CEO, SEDC Energy
13:50 – 14:10
PLENARY 2
The China Story / Sponsor Topic TBC
Updates on the Hydrogen economy in China, their challenges and solutions
Speaker:
TBC
United Hydrogen
14:10 – 14:30
PLENARY 3
Legal and Regulatory Frameworks for a Sustainable Hydrogen Economy
A presentation by Baker Botts (SPONSOR)
Speaker:
Baker Botts
14:30 – 15:00
Teabreak
APGH 2026 LAUNCHING CEREMONY BY PREMIER OF SARAWAK
15:00
ARRIVAL OF GUEST OF HONOUR IN THE CONFERENCE HALL
Welcoming Performance
The Right Honourable Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg
Premier of Sarawak
15:20 – 15:30
WELCOMING REMARKS BY ORGANISER OF APGH 2026
YBhg. Tan Sri Asmat Kamaludin
Chairman of Borneo Business Connect
15:30-16:30
FIRESIDE CHAT
Empowering the Future with Green Hydrogen: Innovation, Collaboration, Sustainability
16:30 – 16:55
LAUNCHING OF APGH 2026
MoU EXCHANGE OF DOCUMENTS CEREMONY
Premier of Sarawak
Tanaka
16:55 – 18:00
Premier Walkabout of Exhibition Hall
18:00 – 19:30
Networking Cocktail & End of Day 1
(Wednesday)
The Real Work – Technology, Policy, and Partnerships
08:30 – 09:00
Welcome Coffee & Tea
09:00 – 09:30
KEYNOTE ADDRESS
State of the Hydrogen Economy in Europe (topic TBC)
Sharing of the European hydrogen economy – focusing on specifically on project status, hydrogen backbone, new technology, financing models and policy
Speaker:
Jorgo Chatzimarkakis
CEO, Hydrogen Europe
09:30 – 10:30
THE HYDROGEN DEBATE
The Hydrogen Cost & Pricing Conundrum
Hydrogen pricing remains high due to costly production, infrastructure, transportation, and limited economies of scale. This cycle restricts adoption and prevents demand from growing enough to lower costs.
Speakers:
- Jorgo Chatzimarkakis
CEO, Hydrogen Europe - Mats de Ronde
Lead Energy Markets & Strategy, DNV - Datuk Haji Sharbini Suhaili
Group CEO, Sarawak Energy Berhad - Bank
- Acwa Power
Dr. Fereidun Fesharaki
Chairman Emeritus, FGE
10:30 – 11:00
Tea Break
11:00 – 12:00
TECHNOLOGY INSIGHTS
Technology in Hydrogen – production, transportation,
(15 minutes each and Q&A at the end for all speakers) Each to highlight new technology or applications. [can be new technology to Sarawak, not necessarily a new invention completely]
Speakers:
- Steve Hill
CEO, NewHydrogen - Mr. Yonghwan Cho
R&D Engineer, Lattice International - Norman Chor
Account Manager for Asia Pacific, Ballard Power Systems
12:00 – 13:30
Lunch
13:30 – 13:50
PLENARY 4
Blended Financing – A Way Forward for Hydrogen Projects
Addressing the risk-averse nature of conventional financial institutions with a blended financing model.
Speaker:
Priyanshu Kumbhare
Partner, Boston Consulting Group
13:50 – 15:00
OFF-TAKER INSIGHTS
Insights from Key Off-takers in Asia Pacific
(15 mins each and Q&A at the end) Important regulatory considerations from off-takers
Speakers:
- Tatsuya Terazawa / Shigeru Muraki
Chairman & CEO, The Institute of Energy Economics, Japan – IEEJ / Executive Advisor, Tokyo Gas - TBC
Korea Gas Corporation (KOGAS) - Richard Holtum / Dr Patricia Seevam
CEO, Trafigura / Director Shell New Ventures and GM Transformation and Energy Transition Shell Malaysia
Priyanshu Kumbhare
Partner, Boston Consulting Group
15:00 – 15:30
Tea Break
15:30 – 17:30
COUNTRY DIALOGUE A
COUNTRY DIALOGUE B
17:30 – 18:30
Cocktail Reception & End of Day 2
(Thursday)
Beyond Energy – Building Hydrogen Societies
08:30 – 09:30
Welcome Coffee & Tea
09:30 – 09:50
PLENARY 5
How to Build a Bankable Hydrogen/PtX Project
A preview of how to build a bankable and ESG aligned hydrogen project to be within the Financial Institutions’ risk requirements (possible full workshop after the event?)
Speaker:
IRENA / World Bank
09:50 – 10:10
PLENARY 6
Hydrogen/PtX for the Marine Industry
Exploring hydrogen derivatives potential for the marine industry
Speaker:
Mr. Arsenio Dominguez
Secretary General, International Marine Organisation
10:10 – 10:30
PLENARY 7
Hydrogen/PtX for the Aviation Industry
Exploring hydrogen derivatives potential for the aviation industry
Speaker:
President, International Civil Aviation Organisation
10:30 – 11:00
Tea Break
11:00 – 12:00
PANEL DISCUSSION 1
Transitioning from Blue to Green: Exploring the Full Potential of Hydrogen
Discussion on the potential of the different levels of clean hydrogen towards a net-zero pathway
Speakers:
- Ayfer Veziroğlu
President, International Association of Hydrogen Energy - Mr. Arsenio Dominguez
Secretary General, International Marine Organisation - TBC
President, International Civil Aviation Organisation
IRENA / Worldbank
12:00 – 13:00
Lunch
13:00 – 13:20
PLENARY 8
TBC / Sponsor Topic
13:20 – 13:50
PLENARY 9
TBC / Sponsor Topic
13:50 – 15:00
PANEL DISCUSSION 2
Ensuring a Just Transition: Workforce, Skills & Society
Creating a hydrogen society that is sustainable and fair for all
15:00 – 15:30
CLOSING KEYNOTE
From Vision to Realisation – Where Do We Go From Here?
15:30 – 15:45
Announcement of APGH2028, Lucky Draws, and Photo Op
15:45 – 17:00
Networking Cocktail & End of APGH 2026
(Friday)
TECHNICAL VISITS
APGH GOLF TOURNAMENT
The programme is subject to changes




