Lead sponsor

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future with innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system. With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we co-create and build long-term partnerships across the utility, industry, transportation, data centers, and infrastructure sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. 

For more information, visit the Hitachi Energy website.

Associate sponsor

Axpo is driven by a single purpose – to enable a sustainable future through innovative energy solutions. Axpo is Switzerland's largest producer of renewable energy and an international leader in energy trading and the marketing of solar and wind power. Axpo combines the experience and expertise of more than 6,000 employees who are driven by a passion for innovation, collaboration and impactful change. Using cutting-edge technologies, Axpo innovates to meet the evolving needs of its customers in over 30 countries across Europe, North America and Asia.

For more information, visit the Axpo website.

Associate Sponsor

Bilfinger is an international industrial services provider covering the entire value chain, from consulting & engineering to prefabrication & installation, access & insulation, and services that improve the asset performance of industrial plants.

The company operates primarily in Europe, North America, and the Middle East. Its process industry customers come from markets such as chemicals & petrochemicals, energy, oil & gas, and pharma & biopharma. With over 32,000 employees, Bilfinger upholds the highest standards of safety and quality, generating revenue of more than €5 billion in the financial year 2024.

For more information, visit the Bilfinger website.

Knowledge Sponsor

McKinsey & Company is a global management consulting firm, deeply committed to helping institutions in the private, and social sectors achieve lasting success. For over eight decades, our primary objective has been to serve as our client’s most trusted external advisor. With consultants in more than 100 offices in 60 countries, we bring unparalleled expertise to clients across all industries and functions, anywhere in the world. We work closely with teams at all levels of an organization to shape winning strategies, mobilize for change, build capabilities, and drive successful execution. 

For more information, visit the McKinsey & Company website.