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Asia Pacific is home to some of the world’s largest and fastest-growing economies seeking to reduce their carbon footprints and transition to a low-carbon future. Several countries in the region have set ambitious targets for deploying green hydrogen and are implementing supportive policies and incentives to drive investment in the industry.

The Asia Pacific Green Hydrogen Conference & Exhibition (APGH) 2024 is the platform for government, policymakers, industry players, investors, businesses, manufacturers, researchers, academia, and other stakeholders to convene and set the correct growth agenda for mutual benefits. The region’s large and growing demands for clean energy present significant market opportunities for developing a green hydrogen industry with supportive government policies and abundant of renewable energy resources.

Sarawak is the ideal host for APGH2024 as the state embarks on its journey towards a green economy by 2030 with a specific focus on green hydrogen, which is a crucial component of a sustainable energy system. This also allows the Asia Pacific countries the opportunity to accelerate its learning curve to expedite its growth and better understand the latest trends and emerging technologies.

Keynote Address by

The Right Honourable
Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari Bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg
Premier of Sarawak

Day 1

Monday, 10th June 2024

Day 2

Tuesday, 11th June 2024

Day 3

Wednesday, 12th June 2024

Day 4

Thursday, 13th June 2024

Day 1

Monday, 10th June 2024

-                                        Time
+                                        Programme
-:00 – 08:20
+                                        Registration & Welcome Coffee
-:20 – 08:30
+Conference Welcome 
Datuk (Dr.) M Gandhi
Director, Borneo Business Connect
-:30 – 08:40
+Opening Remarks 
YB Datuk Dr Haji Hazland bin Abang Hipni 
Deputy Minister for Energy and Environmental Sustainability Sarawak
-:40 – 09:20
+EXPERT INSIGHTS
Sarawak: Pioneering the Path – Building the Asia Pacific Green Hydrogen Hub
In recent years, the world has witnessed a growing interest in renewable energy sources, and green hydrogen has emerged as a promising solution to address climate change and energy demands sustainably. This panel brings together industry leaders, policymakers, and experts in the field of renewable energy and hydrogen technology to provide valuable insights into the current state and the potential of the Asia Pacific green hydrogen market. The discussion will cover a wide range of topics, including technological advancements, investment opportunities, regulatory frameworks, and the role of governments in driving hydrogen adoption.

Speakers:

YBhg. Tan Sri Amar (Dr) Haji Abdul Aziz bin Dato Haji Husain 
Chairman, Sarawak Economic Development Corporation (SEDC)
Abdul Jalil Maraicar
Group Managing Director, / Investor / Board Member, ICE Petroleum Group
Hiki Yoshinari
Group Manager of Overseas Hydrogen Supply Chain Group, ENEOS

Moderator:
Ir. Ts. Dr. Angelia Liew San Chuin
Advisor (Climate Change and Sustainable Development), Economic Planning Unit Sarawak
-:30
+Arrival of the Guest of Honour 
The Right Honourable Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari Bin Tun Abang Haji Openg 
Premier of Sarawak
-:40
+                                        Special Performance
-:50
+Welcoming Speech by APGH 2024 Organiser
YBhg. Tan Sri Asmat Kamaludin
Chairman, Borneo Business Connect
-:00 – 10:15
+Special Address by Ministry of Sustainability & Environment Singapore
A Look at Singapore’s Direction in Green Hydrogen and the Renewable Energy Agenda.
-:15 – 10:30
+Special Address by Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy of the Republic of Korea
Korean Green Hydrogen Leadership: Driving Innovation and Growth in Asia Pacific
-:30 – 10:45
+Special Address by Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry Japan  
Building the Hydrogen Economy: Japanese Expertise in Infrastructure Development and Supply Chain Collaboration
-:45 – 11:45
+KEYNOTE ADDRESS
“Green Hydrogen: The Sarawak Strategy for a Sustainable Future”
The Right Honourable Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari Bin Tun Abang Haji Openg
Premier of Sarawak
+                                        Official Launch of the Asia Pacific Green Hydrogen Conference & Exhibition 2024
+                                        MoU Signing Ceremony
+                                        Press Conference
-:45 – 13:00
+                                        VIP Exhibition Tour
-:45 – 14:00
+                                        Lunch
-:45 – 14:00
+Tech Talk at Exhibition Hall
1145 – 1205 hrs: BUSINESS SWEDEN
1210 – 1230 hrs: BUSINESS SWEDEN
1235 – 1255 hrs: BUSINESS SWEDEN
1300 – 1320 hrs: KTS Trading Sdn Bhd
1325 – 1345 hrs: Swagelok
-:00 – 14:00
+                                        Sarawak Premier Luncheon
-:00 – 15:00
+MINISTERIAL FORUM
The Future Role of Borneo in Green Hydrogen

Panelists:

YB Tuan Chang Lih Kang
Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Malaysia (MOSTI)

Moderator:
YB Datuk Dr Haji Hazland bin Abang Hipni
Deputy Minister for Energy and Environmental Sustainability Sarawak
-:00 – 15:15
+PLENARY
Green Hydrogen Policies: Current Landscape & Future Directions
+Tech Talk at Exhibition Hall
-:15 – 15:30
+PLENARY
Regulatory Frameworks for Green Hydrogen: Opportunities & Challenges

Speaker: Dr. Robert Judd
Technical Director for Hydrogen and Gas, DNV
-:35 – 16:35
+FORUM 
Policy and Regulatory Frameworks for Green Hydrogen
Explore the critical role of government policies and regulatory structures in advancing the adoption and integration of green hydrogen as a clean and sustainable energy solution. This session will bring together experts, policymakers, and industry leaders to discuss the key policy measures and regulatory mechanisms needed to foster the growth and deployment of green hydrogen technologies on a global scale.

Panelists:

YBhg. Datuk Ts. Dr. Mohd Nor Azman Hassan 
Deputy Secretary General (Technology Department), Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation Malaysia (MOSTI)

Dr Robert Judd 
Technical Director for Hydrogen and Gas, DNV
Dieter Billen
Partner, Roland Berger

Moderator:
Peter Cockcroft 
Strategic Director & Advisor, Asia-Pacific Net-Zero Institute
-:35 – 17:05
+                                        Coffee Break, APGH Biz Connect & End of APGH 2024 Day 1
+                                        Tech Talk at Exhibition Hall
1635 – 1655 hrs:  Regional Corridor Development Authority (RECODA)
-:30 – 22:00
+                                        APGH 2024 Welcoming Gala Dinner

Day 2

Tuesday, 11th June 2024

-                                        Time
+                                        Programme
-:00 – 08:30
+                                        Registration & Welcome Refreshments
-:30 – 08:45
+PLENARY 
De-risking Investment into the Green Hydrogen Landscape

Speaker: Salmah Bee Mohd Mydin
Executive Director Market Development, Securities Commission Malaysia
-:45 – 09:00
+PLENARY 
Toyota: Leading the Hydrogen Initiatives for Transportation and Contributions to Decarbonisation
Speaker: Prasanna Kumar Ganesh 
Executive Vice President, Toyota Motor Asia
-:00 – 09:15
+PLENARY 
Opportunities in the Green Hydrogen Value Chain
Speaker: Shinji Kondo   
General Manager of Hydrogen Business Department for Asia, Sumitomo Corporation
-:15 – 10:15
+FORUM
Green Financing Across the Green Hydrogen Value Chain

Panelists:

Representatives from OCBC  
OCBC Bank (Malaysia) 
Shinji Kondo
General Manager of Hydrogen Business Department for Asia, Sumitomo Corporation
Wong Chi Xiang, CFA
Senior Market Analyst & ASEAN Regional Lead, Climate Bonds Initiative

Moderator:
Timothy Ong 
Chief Executive Officer, InvestSarawak
-:15 – 11:00
+                                        Coffee Break & APGH Biz Connect
+Tech Talk at Exhibition Hall
1015 – 1035 hrs: Hydrexia Borneo Sdn Bhd
1040 – 1100 hrs: Swagelok
-:00 – 11:15
+PLENARY
Overview of the ASEAN Hydrogen Clusters Development 
Speaker: Dr Nuki Agya Utama 
Executive Director, ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE)
-:15 – 11:30
+PLENARY
Regional Trade Dynamic Study of Green Hydrogen and Derived Product in SEA Region
Speaker: Dr. Pramote Puengjinda
Senior Advisor, GIZ Thailand
-:30 – 12:30
+ASEAN CASE STUDIES
Perspectives on the ASEAN Hydrogen Clusters Development
Where are some of the key hydrogen clusters in ASEAN and upcoming key projects? How do ASEAN countries make it work within the region and beyond? 

Panelists:

Vicente Pinto
Investment Commissioner for Asia, InvestChile
Dr Nuttapong Hariwongsanupab
Deputy Lead of Hydrogen Business Development Team, PTT Public Company Limited
Dr Christian Zanckiewicz
Counsellor for Economic, Commercial and Environmental Affairs, German Embassy Kuala Lumpur
Representative
ICE Petroleum Group



Moderator: 
Dr. Nuki Agya Utama 
Executive Director, ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE)
-:30 – 13:30
+                                        Lunch and Country Meetings
+Tech Talk at Exhibition Hall
1235 – 1250 hrs: Malaysian Rating Corporation Berhad
-:30 – 13:45
+THE SARAWAK AGENDA

Welcoming Remarks
Shaping Sarawak’s Future: Leading the Charge in Green Hydrogen Development

YBhg. Tan Sri Datuk Amar (Dr) Haji Abdul Aziz bin Dato Haji Husain
Chairman, Sarawak Economic Development Corporation (SEDC)
-:45 – 14:15
+CASE STUDIES

ART
Ts. Mazli Mustaffa  
Chief Executive Officer, Sarawak Metro


Hydrogen Hub
Robert Hardin
Chief Executive Officer, SEDC Energy
-:15 – 15:15
+FORUM
Forging Ahead: Keeping up with green hydrogen developments in Sarawak
Sarawak is leading the way with regional green hydrogen development. Looking ahead, we explore Sarawak’s potential for cross border green hydrogen projects to truly establish Sarawak as the green hydrogen heartland in Asia Pacific.
Panelists:

YBhg. Datu Dr. Muhammad Abdullah bin Haji Zaidel 
Deputy State Secretary Sarawak (Economic Planning and Development)
YBhg. Datuk Haji Sharbini Suhaili  
Group Chief Executive Officer, Sarawak Energy Berhad
Tan Ai Chin 
Managing Director, OCBC Bank (Malaysia) 
Robert Hardin
Chief Executive Officer, SEDC Energy
Ts Mazli Mustaffa
Chief Executive Officer, Sarawak Metro



Moderator:
Prof Christoph Menke 
APGH 2024 Conference Committee
-:15 – 15:35
+                                        Coffee & Networking Break
+                                        Tech Talk at Exhibition Hall
-:35 – 17:05
+EXPERT INSIGHTS
A look at the Green Hydrogen Ecosystem and Business Models
The green hydrogen market is still in its early stages of development, but it is growing rapidly. As the market matures, a variety of business models are emerging. The most successful business models will be those that are able to address the challenges and opportunities of the green hydrogen market and provide value to customers. Some of the most common business models include green hydrogen production, distribution & storage, fuel cell manufacturing, and green hydrogen- powered products & services.

Speakers:

Dexter Wang
Director of Strategy Development at S&P Global Platts 
Ringo Lim
Head of Business Development (Sarawak), Gentari Hydrogen
Vijay Krishnan 
Managing Director Asia Pacific, Rystad Energy 
Ir. Arul Jothy
Director & Principal Consultant, NGL Tech Sdn Bhd   



Moderator:
Ir. Ts. Dr. Angelia Liew San Chuin
Advisor (Climate Change and Sustainable Development), Economic Planning Unit Sarawak
+Tech Talk at Exhibition Hall
-:05
+                                        Coffee Break, APGH Biz Connect & End of APGH 2024 Day 2

Day 3

Wednesday, 12th June 2024

-                                        Time
+                                        Programme
-:00 – 08:30
+                                        Registration & Welcome Refreshments
-:30 – 08:45
+PLENARY 
The role of H2-to-X in the Energy Transition

Speaker: Julian Critchlow 
Advisory Partner, Bain & Company
-:45 – 09:45
+FORUM
Being Part of the Energy Transition
Explore the multifaceted challenges and opportunities of the energy transition, particularly in harnessing the potential of green hydrogen technology to decarbonize industries, drive innovation, and foster collaborative efforts among policymakers, industry leaders, and stakeholders.

Panelists:

Khalfan Al Mansoori
President and Country Manager, Mubadala Energy
Ng Wei Wei               
Executive Director & Executive and Non- Independent Director, UOB
Seung-Won Lee 
Vice President and Head of Eco-Solution Office, Hyundai Engineering Co Ltd
Adlan Ahmad 
Head of Business Development, Gentari Hydrogen



Moderator: 

Julian Critchlow
Advisory Partner, Bain & Company
-:45 – 10:30
+                                        Coffee Break & APGH Biz Connect
+                                        Tech Talk at Exhibition Hall
0945 – 1005 hrs: Malaysian Gas Association
1010 – 1030 hrs: H2 Energy Sdn Bhd
-:30 – 10:45
+PLENARY 
Women in Green Hydrogen
Speaker: Dr Michaela Kendall 
Chief Executive Officer, Adelan
-:45 – 11:45
+FORUM 
Jobs, enterprise & education: Opportunities for the next generation
A focused discussion on the social and economic dimensions of the hydrogen industry, exploring community involvement and uncovering regional benefits for both ASEAN and Sarawak, especially for future generation. Join this dynamic dialogue on people’s perspectives and stakeholder consultation, contributing to a comprehensive exploration of the topic.
Panelist:

Datuk Philip Ting
Deputy President, Sarawak Business Federation (SBF)
Ir. Professor Sim Kwan Yong
Deputy Pro Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Swinburne Sarawak
Dr Michaela Kendall 
Chief Executive Officer, Adelan

Moderator: 
YBhg. Datu Haji Azmi bin Haji Bujang 
Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Innovation and Talent Development (MEITD) Sarawak
-:45 – 12:30
+CLOSING KEYNOTE ADDRESS
-:30 – 14:00
+                                        Networking Lunch Break and End of APGH 2024
+Tech Talk at Exhibition Hall
1230 – 1250 hrs: PJ Energy Services (M) Sdn Bhd
1255 – 1315 hrs: Unit Concept (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd

Day 4

Thursday, 13th June 2024

Note: Programme is subject to change

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In response to escalating energy demands and growing environmental concerns across the Asia Pacific region, experts are actively seeking alternative, eco-friendly energy sources. Hydrogen emerges as a highly promising solution, as it can be derived from local resources with minimal greenhouse gas emissions, offering a clean energy source when utilized in fuel cells. Set in Kuching, Sarawak, the Asia Pacific Green Hydrogen Conference & Exhibition (APGH 2024) has a central objective of invigorating the region’s green hydrogen economy. The event will provide a strategic pathway for governments, energy enterprises, and academia to advance their roles within the hydrogen sector. Encompassing discussions on policy, regulations, ecosystems, value chains, technologies, research, and financing, the conference establishes a platform for attendees to foster connections and exchange insights, working collectively foster connections and exchange insights, working towards unlocking the full potential of green hydrogen.

APGH 2024 Conference Registration Inclusion:

Access to all APGH 2024 Conference sessions
Business Matching opportunity in APGH Biz Connect
Shuttle transfer to and from the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) to Kuching downtown
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Coffee/Tea Breaks
Buffet Lunch
APGH 2024 Conference Kit
Access to APGH 2024 Exhibition
One Gala Dinner seat
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The Right Honourable
Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari Bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg
Premier of Sarawak

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Keynote Address by

The Right Honourable Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari Bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg Premier of Sarawak

The Asia Pacific Hydrogen Markets: Policies, Regulations & Finance

Technology, Production Scaling & The Sarawak Agenda

Applications in Industries; Capacities and Capabilities

Technical Visits & Post Tours

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The Right Honourable
Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari Bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg
Premier of Sarawak