Meet Our Featured Speakers

James Berger

James Berger

Norton Rose Fulbright

Gerry Willinger

Gerry Willinger

Marathon Capital

Giorgio Centurelli

Giorgio Centurelli

Italian Ministry of the Environment and Energy Security (MASE)

Brian Bietz

Brian Bietz

IEPSCanada Ltd.

Paul Louis Kiesow

Paul Louis Kiesow

Hytra

James Chenoweth

James Chenoweth

Alliant Insurance Services

COMMERCIALIZATION

Hydrogen infrastructure is progressing rapidly. Markets are evolving, supply chains are becoming more integrated, and the industry increasingly requires a modular approach. Automation, sustainable production, efficient storage and distribution, and digital representations of assets will be critical to future success. The early phases of hydrogen infrastructure development focused on advancements in production technologies, the establishment of safety protocols, and the integration of storage and transportation systems.

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How Hydrogen Infrastructure is Changing the Industry

Hydrogen infrastructure continues to evolve, driven by ongoing technological advancements. Many solutions have matured in recent years, and platform-based models are beginning to gain traction, with some already achieving measurable success. Across the hydrogen technology marketplaces, the focus remains on improving efficiency to reduce time and lower costs. This contributes to shorter time-to-market across the industry. Demand for low-code and open-source applications is increasing, enabling faster development and greater flexibility. At the same time, new requirements are emerging for operational concepts related to storage systems and fuel cells. Human-machine collaboration and cognitive systems are among the key trends shaping this next phase of hydrogen infrastructure development.


Many companies are also adopting Digital Twin technology, which creates digital representations of components and complete production systems. Engineers use virtual environments to develop and test technologies before deploying them on the production floor. Some providers are already introducing virtual or virtualized control systems. The early networking established during the initial phases of hydrogen infrastructure development is now enabling the creation of secure data spaces that multiple companies can access. This forms the foundation for visualizing equipment and processes, opening the door to new business models based on machine learning and predictive maintenance.

Continuation of Hydrogen Infrastructure

This new chapter in hydrogen infrastructure is defined by emerging applications and possibilities. In modern facilities, mobile robots optimize storage and transportation processes overnight, humans collaborate with AI systems, and intelligent models suggest actions to improve efficiency and safety. However, this progress also brings growing risks. Cybersecurity has become a top concern for industry decision-makers. While there is strong enthusiasm around hydrogen technologies and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions, the associated risks and challenges remain significant.


Join us at the Hydrogen Infrastructure Summit 2026 to explore the latest advancements, tackle key challenges, and connect with leaders across the hydrogen sector.
 

Topics on the agenda

SACRAMENTO REGION’S COLLABORATIVE EFFORTS TO ADVANCE HYDROGEN INFRASTRUCTURE

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09:40 - 10:05

THE EVOLUTION OF NORTH AMERICA'S HYDROGEN INFRASTRUCTURE

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11:00 - 11:30

HYDROGEN TRENDS FROM SUPPLY BASE

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11:30 - 11:55

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