Our annual Hydrogen Scotland Conference 2025 begins with workshops on Day 1 and continues with evening networking opportunities, including the Conference Dinner with presentation of the annual Awards which include the Stewart Dow Memorial Award, Student Poster Award, and Young Professional Award.
- Day 1 on Tuesday, 28th October: 08:30 AM – 5:45 PM. Workshops & Exhibition: visit the partner stands and participate in detailed Masterclass briefings and interactive workshops on a wide selection of topics.
- Day 1 on Tuesday, 28th October: 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM. Drinks Reception, Networking & Conference Dinner: Join us at the Hilton Hotel’s Grand Ballroom for an evening of networking with Civic Reception followed by the Hydrogen Scotland Conference Dinner with Awards.
- Day 2 on Wednesday 29th October: 08:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Conference, Networking & Exhibition: Celebrate milestones for Scotland’s hydrogen sector, strengthen collaborations across the growing supply chain, and establish strategic partnerships for large-scale sustainable hydrogen production.
Day 2 Conference: the main conference is on Day 2, Wednesday 29th October. This will focus on our 2025 theme of Building Scotland’s Hydrogen Economy covering key areas including hydrogen supply & demand, broadening local supply chain capacity & capabilities, export opportunities for hydrogen products and services into wider markets, and environmental & safety considerations for scaling up hydrogen production. The Day 2 conference is single stream with four themed sessions including invited panellists and audience Q&A for each session:
Hydrogen Scotland Conference 2025 Announces Day 2 Speaker Programme in Glasgow
Glasgow, Scotland – Hydrogen Scotland is delighted to announce the Day 2 speaker programme for the Hydrogen Scotland Conference 2025, taking place on Wednesday, 29 October 2025 at the Hilton Hotel, Glasgow.
If you have not yet purchased your tickets, take advantage of the Early Bird ticket extended until 23:59 on 7 October 2025. Use the HSAS discount code for Associate Members when booking via Ticket Tailor. Group booking accommodation at the Hilton is also available from £132 per night.
Day 2 Programme – 29 October 2025
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08:15 – 09:10: Registration, coffee, exhibition & networking
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09:10: Welcome to Day 2 – Nigel Holmes, Hydrogen Scotland
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09:15 – 10:45: Plenary – Building Scotland’s Hydrogen Economy
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Chair: Dr Alexandra Stein, Net Zero Technology Centre
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Opening keynote: Gillian Martin MSP, Scottish Government
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Guest keynote: Gunther Grathwohl, German Federal Government (BMWE)
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DNV Energy Outlook 2050: Sarah Kimpton, DNV
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Panel discussion: Neil Thompson (Hydrasun), Dr Kerry-Ann Adamson (Capgemini)
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10:45 – 11:15: Coffee & networking
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11:15 – 12:25: Session 2 – Make It & Move It
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Chair: Matthew Knight, Siemens Energy
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Speakers: Calum McLennan (GreenCat), Stephanie Hay (Arup), Donald Oleforo (National Gas), Nancy Thomson (SGN)
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Panel: Beyond 2050, Nick Stapley (RWE)
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12:30 – 13:20: Lunch & networking
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13:20 – 14:30: Session 3 – Store It & Use It
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Chair: Sarah Baillie, Addleshaw Goddard
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Speakers: Adrian White (Siemens Energy), Sam Mackilligin (Atome plc), Niamh Carr & Alex Gauntt (HydroGlen)
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Panel: Adam Frew (NESO), Amanda Lyne (ULEMCo)
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14:30 – 15:00: Coffee & networking
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15:00 – 16:00: Session 4 – Foundations for Growth
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Chair: David Hogg, Arup
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Speakers: Stuart Hawksworth (UK HSE), Colin Lindsay & Jacqui Lang (Scottish Water & SEPA), Amy Perry & Martin Hanton (ETZ & TUV-SUD)
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Panel: Rob Forrest (GreenPower)
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16:00 – 16:25: Monaco Energy Boat Challenge & Hydrogen Fuel Cell Buggy Challenge
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16:25 – 16:30: Closing comments – Nigel Holmes, Hydrogen Scotland
Additional Information
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Day 1 (28 October 2025): Workshops & exhibition, followed by the Conference Dinner and presentation of annual awards including the Stewart Dow Memorial Award, Student Poster Award, and Young Professional Award.
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Both days provide extensive opportunities to visit exhibition stands, network with industry colleagues, and establish strategic partnerships.
Tickets & Hotel Booking:
Event details: Hydrogen Scotland Conference 2025
