Highlights Of The Program

2 days business program:

Learn from real-world case studies by industry leaders.

SHOWCASING INNOVATION:

Discover the latest technology and techniques from across the industry.

leaders talk:

Hear from top-level experts about how to stay ahead in a fast-changing industry.

MULTIPLE STREAMS:

A business program that is multi-disciplinary, giving you a broad view of the industry.

SMART TECHNOLOGIES:

Explore the latest smart and AI-driven solutions, and see how they can be used in your business.

roundtable discussion:

Join talks with industry peers. Share ideas, make connections, and find new partners.

Program 2026

DAY 1 :

WEDNESDAY, 11 FEBRUARY, 2026

08:00 - 09:00

REGISTRATION AND MORNING REFRESHMENTS

09:00 - 09:10

OPENING ADDRESS

09:10 - 09:35

MATCHING SUPPLY TO DEMAND FOR EV PUBLIC CHARGING IN THE UK

Jamie Hamilton

Deloitte

Evaluating UK postcode-specific forecasts for EV charging demand over the next 5 to 10 years
Segmenting EV owners to predict their behaviours and optimise public charge point utilisation
Presenting key insights to engage stakeholders, including OEMs, fleets, CPOs, and investors

09:35 - 09:40

Q&A SESSION ON THE UK'S PUBLIC CHARGING SUPPLY AND DEMAND

09:40 - 10:05

EV ADOPTION PATTERNS: THE KEY BARRIER HIDDEN IN THE DATA

Joel Teague

Co Charger

Comparing perception-based surveys with real-world EV adoption behaviour patterns
Revealing the gap between expected and actual charging needs in public infrastructure
Encouraging better planning and coordination across the EV charging ecosystem

10:05 - 10:10

Q&A SESSION ON BEHAVIOURAL INSIGHTS FOR EV ADOPTION STRATEGY

10:10 - 10:30

SPEED NETWORKING SESSION

Exchange business cards and get connected in short one-to-one meetings
Start the conversation to arrange a more formal meeting later on in the conference
Share your professional background and discuss your biggest business issues – don't forget your business cards!

10:30 - 11:00

MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA

11:00 - 11:30

PANEL DISCUSSION ON THE ROLE OF POLICIES AND REGULATIONS IN EV CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE ROLL-OUT

From local delivery to global lessons, balancing ambition and equity in shaping effective EV charging policy frameworks
Evaluating the feasibility of a just transition, the impact of new regulations, and the need for central funding
Where and how government funding and policy reform can support CPOs and accelerate equitable infrastructure deployment
Addressing policy gaps, enabling infrastructure in challenging locations, and scaling regulatory models to incentivise private investment
Sequencing policy, funding, and technical standards effectively to bridge gaps between intent, delivery, reliability, and innovation

Shamala Gadgil | Coventry City Council

David Trousdale | Newcastle City Council

Dora Clarke | Osprey Charging Network

Samuel Dixon | Climate Group

Andrew Rogers | Boundary Stone Partners

11:30 - 11:55

LATEST REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS SHAPING SMART INFRASTRUCTURE

Alok Dubey

Monta

Explaining the impact of new regulations for public CPOs, including pricing and reliability standards
Addressing smart charging requirements for private home and workplace charge points
Clarifying whether these regulations support or delay the UK zero-emission vehicle mandate

11:55 - 12:00

Q&A SESSION ON REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS FOR SMART INFRASTRUCTURE

12:00 - 12:25

SUCCESS FACTORS AND CHALLENGES FOR COMPANIES IN CHARGING ECOSYSTEMS

Alexander Boedeker

MHP – A Porsche Company

Understanding how companies can align their value creation with charging ecosystems
Meeting ecosystem requirements across roles like EMPs, CPOs, OEMs, and hardware providers
Exploring strategies for established companies to enter and scale in charging networks

12:25 - 12:30

Q&A SESSION ON MARKET ENTRY CHALLENGES IN EV CHARGING ECOSYSTEMS

12:30 - 13:30

NETWORKING LUNCH AND VISITING THE EV CHARGEUP EXHIBITION

13:30 - 14:00

PANEL DISCUSSION ON ENHANCING THE EV CHARGING USER EXPERIENCE FOR ACCELERATED EV ADOPTION

Reimagining the EV customer journey with smarter booking, automation, and the next frontier beyond user experience
Redefining EV refuelling, innovating hardware, and identifying the next generation of fuel providers beyond traditional CPOs
Tailoring charging experiences by segment, monetising opportunities, and innovating to elevate user experience and EV adoption
Exploring how wireless charging can improve convenience, equity, and future readiness in a connected mobility landscape

Jono Clark | Unity5

Scott Edy | Ecofactor

Tom Burgess-Langhelt | PA Consulting

Barak Sas | Electreon

14:00 - 14:25

HOW EV DRIVERS USE PUBLIC CHARGING AND HOW THE INDUSTRY CAN LEVERAGE THE INSIGHTS

Jade Edwards

Zapmap

Analysing results from Zapmap’s annual survey to uncover key driver priorities and pain points
Comparing user preferences with CPO session data to reveal behavioural alignment patterns
Identifying the UK’s busiest charge sites and extracting insights for strategic deployment

14:25 - 14:30

Q&A SESSION ON UNDERSTANDING PUBLIC CHARGING BEHAVIOUR

14:30 - 14:55

ELECTRIFYING THE FUTURE: EXPLORING E-MOBILITY TRENDS IN THE SUSTAINABILITY LANDSCAPE

Caroline Guiraud

Schneider Electric

Examining current e-mobility trends shaping sustainability and the EV charging market
Addressing market requirements, challenges, and the role of emerging technologies
Investigating innovations in e-mobility to meet industry demands and sustainability goals

14:55 - 15:00

Q&A SESSION ON EV CHARGING AND SUSTAINABILITY TRENDS

15:00 - 15:30

AFTERNOON COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA

15:30 - 16:00

PANEL DISCUSSION ON INNOVATIONS AND CHALLENGES IN IMPLEMENTING V2G FOR SMART CITIES

Gaining insights from Utrecht’s V2G experience to develop fairer, more inclusive EV charging solutions
Evaluating V2X’s role in boosting EV sales, shifting perceptions, and determining key beneficiaries in the ecosystem
Enhancing V2G reliability and user experience through AI-driven analytics, interoperability, and predictive system intelligence

Ben Macdonald | nodum

Daniel Heery | Cybermoor

Hemachandran Kannan | Woxsen University

16:00 - 16:25

MANAGING THE AVAILABILITY OF EV CHARGING BAYS

Simon Martindill

G4S

Quantifying the financial and operational impact of downtime on EV charging bay availability
Managing dispersed charging bays across remote sites with limited on-site oversight
Addressing metal theft and antisocial behaviour as growing threats to charger uptime
Demonstrating good practice through a real-world case study, overcoming availability challenges

16:25 - 16:30

Q&A SESSION ON IMPROVING EV CHARGING BAY AVAILABILITY

16:30 - 17:30

NETWORKING DRINKS RECEPTION

DAY 2 :

THURSDAY, 12 FEBRUARY, 2026

08:30 - 09:00

MORNING REFRESHMENTS

09:00 - 09:10

OPENING ADDRESS

09:10 - 09:35

CHARGING AHEAD: STATES ADVANCING THE US ZEV TRANSITION

Georgia Lowe

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

Explaining shifts in US federal ZEV funding, targets, and policy uncertainty affecting states
Navigating implementation challenges, including supply chain pressure and delivery constraints

Adam Ruder

New York State Energy Research and Development Authority

Developing state-level reliability standards to sustain deployment amid federal volatility
Reforming utility interconnection and governance models to accelerate charger deployment

Sarah Izant

California Environmental Protection Agency

Showcasing managed charging frameworks and first-of-kind V2X pilots emerging in the US
Integrating charging with grid planning using interoperability, uptime mandates, and data tools

09:35 - 09:40

Q&A SESSION ON US STATE ROLES IN ZEV CHARGING POLICY

09:40 - 10:05

PROGRESS ON OVERCOMING HGV INFRASTRUCTURE CHALLENGES

Chris Ashley

The Road Haulage Association

Understanding the unique EV infrastructure needs for heavy goods vehicles (HGVs)
Addressing challenges such as demand forecasting and infrastructure location
Spotlighting the solutions and progress in meeting HGV infrastructure requirements

10:05 - 10:10

Q&A SESSION ON HGV INFRASTRUCTURE SOLUTIONS

10:10 - 10:40

PANEL DISCUSSION ON FLEET AND DEPOT ELECTRIFICATION FOR HGVs, BUSES, AND COMMERCIAL VEHICLES

Evaluating adoption trends, recharging strategies by duty cycle, and policy frameworks for scaling commercial vehicle charging
Optimising charging across duty cycles while mitigating grid integration risks and addressing regulatory gaps in depot deployment
Tackling real-world depot challenges, balancing AC versus DC charging, and improving health and safety through design-led infrastructure
Maintaining momentum on depot electrification through state-led funding strategies, utility coordination, pilots, and workforce development

Harsh Pershad | Innovate UK | Moderator

Maynie Yang | BloombergNEF

Ashok Willis | Gridcog

Andrew Aylesbury | Duku EV

Joshua Ryor | Massachusetts State Government

10:40 - 11:00

MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA

11:00 - 11:25

HOW TO UNLOCK E-MOBILITY FOR HEAVY-DUTY FLEETS, TODAY

Michael Andronicou

SBRS

Reviewing the distinct charging needs of heavy-duty fleets and the challenges of decarbonisation
Investigating the complexities of fleet electrification, from cost control to operational constraints
Presenting integrated charging solutions and long-term strategies to accelerate adoption
Highlighting Shell’s experience in supporting fleet electrification through innovative solutions

11:25 - 11:30

Q&A SESSION ON ELECTRIFYING HEAVY-DUTY FLEETS

11:30 - 11:55

THE INVESTABILITY OF EV CHARGING

Alex Georgianna

Grace Automotive

Unpacking the £10bn funding need for UK EV charging through 2035 and recent capital trends
Addressing investor concerns around margins, cash flow, customer base, and project quality
Introducing new funding routes like asset-backed structures and lease-back models
Anticipating what institutional capital requires to back scalable charging infrastructure

11:55 - 12:00

Q&A SESSION ON FINANCING STRATEGIES FOR EV CHARGING INVESTMENT

12:00 - 12:30

PANEL DISCUSSION ON INTEGRATING RENEWABLES, STORAGE, AND MICROGRIDS FOR RELIABLE CHARGING HUBS

Reimagining parking and urban sites as energy assets delivering resilience, ROI, and community benefit through integrated microgrids
Exploring hybrid models for energy independence, volatility management, and energy trading via smart renewable-powered hubs
Evaluating integrated energy opportunities, resilience measures, and partnerships to future-proof charging infrastructure

Tarvo Kärgenberg | Robin Hoods of ClimateTech

Jean-Jacques Jouanna | NovAzure

Karl Ainscough-Gates | Fichtner Consulting Engineers Ltd.

12:30 - 12:55

DESIGNING ROBUST AND RELIABLE EV CHARGER POWER CONVERTER WITH WIDEBAND GAP DEVICES

Pradip Chatterjee

Nexperia

Exploring challenges in bi-directionality, modularity, and efficiency of EV chargers
Identifying key device parameters influencing design and operational reliability
Examining reliability factors for elevated temperature operations and system longevity

12:55 - 13:00

Q&A SESSION ON EV CHARGER DESIGN USING WIDE BAND GAP DEVICES

13:00 - 13:15

FEEDBACK & RAFFLE DRAW

13:15 - 14:30

NETWORKING LUNCH

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