Our Partner Conferences
Date: 14 -15 July 2026 | Venue: Chicago
Organized by the Smart Grid Observer, the 9th EV Charging Infrastructure Summit - North America, July 14-15, 2026 in Chicago convenes top industry experts and energy professionals to examine trends and opportunities in the growing EV charging market, and what investments are needed to optimize grid stability and the end user experience. Case studies of current utility programs and deployments will be discussed with an eye toward refining strategies, identifying technologies, and implementing business models that will ensure widespread EV adoption is optimized for all stakeholders.
Date: 14 -16 July 2026 | Venue: San Jose, CA (USA)
PlugVolt returns this July to San Jose, CA (USA) for Battery Seminar 2026, a premier technical conference uniting leaders across the global battery ecosystem for three days of in-depth learning, industry insights, and high-value networking. The program features expert-led tutorials and presentations covering next-generation battery materials and technologies, their applications in e-mobility, component-to-system level manufacturing, and the build-out of the North American battery supply chain.
Date: 15 -16 July 2026 | Venue: Houston
Now in its 14th year, Reuters Events: Downstream USA 2026 brings together 3,000+ decision‑makers from refining, chemicals, petrochemicals, EPCs, technology providers and more – dedicated to connecting professionals to critical solutions. With curated discussions, icebreakers, expo drinks, matchmaking, you’ll connect with the right people, seamlessly, including leaders at Marathon Petroleum, CVR Energy, Motiva, Phillips 66, Chevron, Dow and more.
Date: 11 -12 August 2026 | Venue: Hilton Sydney
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia will host the 2nd edition of Critical Minerals & Energy Transition Conference and Exhibition on 11 August 2026.Hear from Australia's Commonwealth and State Governments, mining & energy leaders, investors, technology pioneers & influencing minds who will propel Australia's resources companies on the global energy transition stage to deliver clean energy future. In particular, New South Wales has announced ambitious plans to transform the energy system from reliance on coal-fired power to 80% renewable energy by 2030. Australian Critical Minerals & Energy Transition Conference and Exhibition showcases mining & energy companies, technology providers, downstream manufacturers, renewable energy, battery hubs and universities.
Date 22 - 23 September 2026 | Venue: Dubrovnik, Croatia
IDW 2026 brings Europe’s downstream community together in Dubrovnik for two days of high‑impact technical exchange, strategic insight, and innovation leadership. Co‑hosted with INA Grupa, the forum explores asset performance, energy efficiency, digitalisation, catalyst advances, and refining–petchem integration. With operators, licensors, technology providers, and policymakers in attendance, IDW delivers practical learning, meaningful networking, and the perspectives shaping the future of downstream.
Date 05 - 06 October 2026 | Venue: Amsterdam, the Netherlands
The Oil & Gas Automation and Digitalisation Congress (AUTOMA) 2026 takes place on 5-6 October 2026 in Amsterdam. AUTOMA 2026 focuses on the practical application of automation, AI and digital technologies in oil and gas operations. Engineering and technology leaders from Shell, ExxonMobil, Moeve, Linde, Chiyoda Corporation, Stamicarbon, REN and Repsol are already registered to attend.
Date 04 - 05 November 2026 | Venue: Hilton Post Oak by the Galleria, Houston, TX, USA
Mining & Critical Minerals America Conference and Exhibition is firmly established as premier international commodities, critical minerals, new energy, AI & technologies show, bringing together the entire mineral resources value chain to Houston, TX. We expect over 250 senior level executives from international organisations, governments and stakeholders from more than 30 countries for 2 days of partnering, networking and business matching.
Date 18 - 19 November 2026 | Venue: Milan Bergamo, Italy
MEGAWATT Exhibition & Conference is the meeting place for the global turbomachinery and energy industry. MEGAWATT brings together the complete supply chain, including turbine manufacturers, rotating equipment specialists, EPCs, utilities, IPPs, OEMs, component suppliers, engineering firms, maintenance providers, technology developers, industrial operators, distributors, investors and policymakers. By connecting stakeholders across the energy value chain, MEGAWATT creates business opportunities, accelerates technology transfer, fosters industry collaboration and supports market growth in power generation, hydrogen, carbon management, energy storage and digitalization.
Date 23 - 25 February 2027 | Venue: Salt Lake City, UT, USA
Geo Week brings together geospatial and mapping professionals to explore how data, maps, and advanced technologies can deepen our understanding of the world and inform solutions for complex challenges. Designed for decision-makers and problem-solvers, the conference program helps attendees solve real-world challenges by offering insights from industry leaders, peer-driven case studies, expert panels, and collaborative roundtable discussions.
