Event Japan Hydrogen
H2 & FC EXPO
Meet Germany Trade & Invest’s industry experts at H2 & FC EXPO to find out more about a carbon-neutral energy future using hydrogen in Germany. Find out about available business opportunities, market access and how your company can benefit from a presence in Germany.
Hydrogen is the key to achieving carbon neutrality in Germany by 2045 as it will contribute largely to decarbonisation in transportation, power generation, and industry. H2 & FC EXPO gathers technologies for "production", "transportation", "storage", and "use" of hydrogen.
Visit us at the German Pavilion (East Hall 1, Booth-E 3-6-c).
GTAI experts will be on hand for free consultations about how your international business could expand to the heart of Europe. Appointments can be scheduled online and in advance or just stop by our booth.
Our free-of-charge services for investors include:
• Consulting on individual market entry strategy
• Industry specific market data and statistics
• Information on the German tax and legal framework
• Information on finance and incentive options
• Active support in finding the best business location in Germany
All inquiries are treated confidentially and, because we are a publicly funded agency, all investment services are entirely free of charge.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Event: February 19, 2025 - February 21, 2025
Location: Tokyo Big Sight Japan, German Pavilion (East Hall 1, Booth-E 3-6-c)
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Workshop: "Perspectives on Hydrogen Infrastructure and Port Regions"
February 18, 2025 11:30 - 16:30
Register here: German-Japanese Expert Event on Hydrogen Infrastructure and Perspectives of Port Regions
Invitation to the Workshop: Doing Business in the German-Japanese Hydrogen Industry
Discover the future of the hydrogen industry and make valuable business connections! We warmly invite you to our exclusive workshop in the vibrant Kansai region, Osaka.
Experience exciting presentations from leading German and Japanese experts and gain up-to-date insights into the hydrogen market of both countries. Learn about Germany's focus on green hydrogen production, technological innovations, and extensive infrastructure plans. Explore Japan's early adoption of hydrogen technology, leadership in fuel cell vehicles, and broad applications across various sectors.
This workshop is specifically designed for Japanese companies looking to expand their business activities in the hydrogen industry in Germany or seeking collaboration opportunities with German hydrogen industry partners.
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to explore business opportunities for Japanese companies in the European market and discover potential collaborations with German partners.
Program (Language: EN-JP simultaneous interpreting)
| Opening Remarks | Carbon Neutrality Promotion Office Natural Resources, Energy and Environment Dept. Kansai Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry |
| Welcome Speech | Michael Jehle, Deputy Head of Mission, German Consulate General Osaka-Kobe |
| Hydrogen Promotion Project and Support for Overseas Expansion by METI Kansai (Kansai Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry) | Hiroki INUI, Carbon Neutrality Promotion Office Natural Resources, Energy and Environment Dept. Kansai Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry |
Introduction Germany Trade & Invest (GTAI) Germany’s Approach to Carbon Neutral - Current Status & Future Perspective of Hydrogen Production and Infrastructure | Hiroshi IWAMURA, Director Tokyo, Germany Trade & Invest Heiko Staubitz, Senior Manager, Investor Consulting Hydrogen & Energy Infrastructure Germany Trade & Invest |
Business Opportunities for Japanese (Green)tech Companies in Saxony | Alexandra Gering, Project Manager Inward Investment, Saxony Trade and Invest |
| Break | |
| Panasonic Hydrogen Fuel Cell Solutions and its estimated outcomes for carbon neutral society | Noriko TANI, Manager, Business Development Department, Energy Strategy Office, Electric Works Company, Panasonic Corporation |
| Industrial-Scale Water Electrolysis and future prospects | Yukinori IGUCHI, Professional Engineer Jp (Mechanical Engineering), Electrolyzer Development Group, thyssenkrupp nucera Japan Co. Ltd. |
| Introduction of LHYLSE (liquefied hydrogen level sensor) and SMEs' vision for expansion into European market | Satoshi NARAMOTO, Sales Manager, Yamamoto Electric Works Co., Ltd. |
| Q&A | |
| Networking | |
Date: 17 February, 2025
Location: Jetro Osaka Osaka-Kokusai Bldg. 29F,2-3-13, Azuchi-machi, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-0052
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Join us and shape the future of hydrogen together! Register here
