Day 1 Agenda
MORNING PROGRAMME
08:30 - 09:30
Registration & Morning Refreshments
The event opens with onsite registration and a networking breakfast for early delegates.
09:30 - 09:45
Conference Opening & Welcome Remarks
Opening remarks by the Master of Ceremonies and IFFW Organizing Committee.
09:45 - 10:15
Keynote: Future Fuels in the Global Context
Setting the vision for a sustainable energy transition and the strategic importance of green fuels.
10:15 - 11:15
Plenary 1: The Biofuels Revolution
Focusing on feedstock innovations, production efficiency, and local supply chain resilience.
AFTERNOON PROGRAMME
14:00 - 15:30
Track A: Methanol as a Marine Fuel
Exploring infrastructure readiness, bunkering standards, and vessel retrofitting for green methanol.
16:00 - 17:30
Panel: Financing the Future Fuels Fleet
Investment risks, green financing models, and the role of public-private partnerships in decarbonization.
17:30 - 19:30
Welcome Networking Reception
A social evening dedicated to building connections across the global future fuels industry.
Day 2 — Policy, Regulation & Market Architecture
TIME
AVIATION STREAM
MARITIME STREAM
LAND STREAM
09:30
Sustainability in Flight
Regulatory frameworks for sustainable aviation fuels (SAF).
Speakers: Dr. Elena Rossi
IMO Net-Zero targets
Aligning global shipping with new emission standards.
Speakers: Capt. Mark Vance
E-Mobility Growth
Infrastructure requirements for long-haul electric transport.
Speakers: Sarah Jenkins
09:50
Feedstock for Skies
Scaling supply chains for next-gen aviation biofuels.
Speakers: Marcus Thorne
Hydrofoil Innovation
Efficiency gains in coastal maritime transport networks.
Speakers: Ingrid Berg
Hydrogen Corridors
Establishing fueling nodes for heavy-duty trucking.
Speakers: Alan Peters
10:10
Airport Decarbonization
Ground operations and the role of liquid hydrogen.
Speakers: Leo Graham
Carbon Capture at Sea
Onboard storage technologies for deep-sea vessels.
Speakers: David Wu
Last Mile Logistics
Urban regulations favoring electric cargo fleets.
Speakers: Chloe Simmons
11:00
Aviation Carbon Markets
Trading schemes and their impact on airline profitability.
Speakers: Julian S.
Green Bunkering Hubs
Competition and collaboration in fueling at major ports.
Speakers: Harriet Lowe
Autonomous EV Fleets
Safety regulations and the future of self-driving cargo.
Speakers: Samir K.
11:50
Passenger Perception
Consumer willingness to pay for green premiums.
Speakers: Rachel Green
LNG as Transition Fuel
Assessing the lifecycle emissions of current LNG fleets.
Speakers: Peter Smith
Grid Integration
Managing peak demand from fleet charging stations.
Speakers: Emily T.
12:10
Defense Fuel Strategies
Military adoption of high-performance alternative fuels.
Speakers: Gen. Roger Adams
Nuclear Marine Power
Safety and security protocols for small modular reactors.
Speakers: Nolan J.
Cycling Infrastructure
Policy shifts towards active personal transport.
Speakers: Oliver P.
13:00
LUNCH & NETWORKING IN THE MAIN EXHIBITION HALL
14:00
Biofuel Blend Limits
Mechanical limits and new engine certification.
Speakers: Tom Baker
Ammonia Fuel Safety
Toxic gas mitigation and handling protocols at sea.
Speakers: Sita R.
Battery Lifecycle Policy
Mandatory recycling and second-life utility regulations.
Speakers: George M.
14:50
SAF Subsidies
Global comparisons of tax incentives and mandates.
Speakers: Victoria F.
Digital Route Optimization
AI integration for fuel conservation and weather routing.
Speakers: Alex K.
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Cost
Parity timelines for FCEV versus diesel trucking.
Speakers: Linda W.
15:40
Regional Turboprop Future
Electrification of short-haul regional networks.
Speakers: Paul V.
Bio-Methanol Scaling
Addressing the volume gap in marine methanol supply.
Speakers: Jessica B.
Toll Road Incentives
Using infrastructure pricing to drive decarbonization.
Speakers: Kevin S.
16:00
Super-Sonic Renaissance
Balancing speed with strict environmental mandates.
Speakers: Ian D.
Vessel Scraping Policy
Accelerating fleet renewal through financial penalties.
Speakers: Martha L.
Electric Rail Freight
Bridging the electrification gap in cross-border rail.
Speakers: Stefan G.
16:50
DAY 2 CLOSING REMARKS AND STREAM SUMMARIES
Day 3 — Technology, Infrastructure & Scale-Up
TIME
AVIATION STREAM
MARITIME STREAM
LAND STREAM
09:30
Hydrogen Turbines
New combustion technologies for liquid hydrogen propulsion.
Speakers: Prof. Lucas M.
Wind-Assisted Power
The resurgence of rotors and sails in ocean freight.
Speakers: Capt. Nina S.
Solid-State Battery Hubs
Infrastructure for the next generation of energy storage.
Speakers: Dr. Kenji Ito
11:00
Bio-Synthetic Pathways
Producing E-Kerosene at scale from renewable CO2.
Speakers: Sarah L.
Digital Port Logistics
AI integration for automated bunkering operations.
Speakers: Alex Choo
Smart Road Networks
Dynamic wireless charging lanes for freight trucking.
Speakers: Mia Rossi
13:00
LUNCH & EXHIBITION TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE TOUR
AFTERNOON PROGRAMME
14:00
Small Modular Reactors
The potential for nuclear power in commercial vessel propulsion.
Speakers: Dr. Felix N.
Ammonia Bunkering Hubs
Safety standards and storage for massive ammonia handling.
Speakers: Marcus Thorne
Hyperloop Infrastructure
Vacuum tube logistics for rapid high-value freight delivery.
Speakers: Julian S.
15:30
Sustainable Drone Logistics
AI Fleet Command Centres
Autonomous Rail Hubs
Hydrogen fuel cells for zero-emission last-mile air freight systems.
Optimising fuel burn and routing across global shipping networks.
Zero-emission driverless cargo trains for continental logistics.
Speakers: Leo Graham
Speakers: Alan Peters
Speakers: Victoria F.
16:50
DAY 3 CLOSING PLENARY: THE PATH TO 2050
Day 4 — Finance, Investment & Commercial Deployment
TIME
AVIATION STREAM
MARITIME STREAM
LAND STREAM
09:30
Blended Finance for SAF
Reducing investment risk through public-private de-risking mechanisms.
Speakers: Sophia Chen
Vessel Leasing Models
Creative leasing for future-fuel ready container and tanker fleets.
Speakers: Anders Holm
Tolling for Transition
Using dynamic road pricing to fund heavy-duty EV corridor deployment.
Speakers: Marcus Reed
11:00
Carbon Insetting Markets
Unlocking voluntary corporate premiums to scale early SAF production.
Speakers: Leo Graham
Green Corridors Finance
Structuring investment for synchronised port and vessel decarbonisation.
Speakers: Julian S.
E-Fleet Servitisation
Trucking-as-a-service and Battery-as-a-service: making Capex manageable.
Speakers: Chloe Simmons