The EPC Energy Conference 2026 is a premier global event dedicated to exploring the future of energy, oil, and gas sectors. Organized by Primo Eventi, this conference brings together world-renowned experts to discuss the latest trends and challenges in the energy industry. The event is scheduled to take place in Berlin, Germany, from April 22 to 24, 2026.
Key topics covered at the conference include the complexities of Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects, strategies for drafting and managing EPC contracts, and methods to mitigate cost overruns and financial risks. The conference will also delve into the entire EPC project lifecycle, from proposals and Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) to execution and delivery, offering practical case studies and strategic project management training.
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in curated networking sessions, strategic B2B meetings, and high-level discussions with senior leaders shaping the future of EPC and energy projects. The event will feature an expo hall showcasing new technologies and business opportunities, as well as presentations from notable speakers such as Zuzanna Briant, Director and Practice Lead CCM at World Commerce & Contracting, and Stuart R. Broadley, CEO of the Energy Industries Council.
The conference is designed for operators, contractors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders in the energy sector who are involved in delivering capital projects. It offers a strategic platform to develop effective contractual forms, align expectations among all parties, and gain insights into new technologies and business opportunities reshaping the future of the energy industry.
Speakers(21)
Axel Conrad
Senior Legal Counsel at Hitachi Energy
Axel is an experienced in-house lawyer and conference speaker with over 10 years of post-qualification experience, specializing in IT and energy infrastructure contracts, contract risk management, and claim management. He has drafted, reviewed, and negotiated hundreds of contracts valued at over $2 billion and has conducted global training on terms & conditions and negotiations. Axel has supported multiple M&A and commercial integrations and serves as Deputy to the HE Global Nuclear lawyer, bringing deep expertise in compliance, contract law, and energy sector agreements.
Chetan Sheth
Executive Director & Head - Plan Design at Linde
Chetan has over 31 years of professional experience in Gas Processing, Petrochemicals, Refinery, Oil & Gas, and Fertilizer projects with leading multinational EPC companies, including Tecnimont ICB Ltd., L&T Chiyoda Ltd., CCC Abu Dhabi, and Linde Engineering India & Germany. He has international experience in Milan, Calgary, Abu Dhabi, Kuwait, and Munich/Dresden, covering project execution, strategic planning, people management, FEED, engineering, procurement, and digitalisation initiatives. Chetan has successfully managed projects ranging from €1 million to €1.6 billion and brings expertise across project management, client and supplier management, process improvement, and team development.
Dayananthan Sivalingam
Senior Planning & Cost Control Engineer at ADNOC Group
Dayananthan is a seasoned Project Management Professional with 17 years of experience across Concept Study, FEED, and EPC stages in the Oil & Gas sector, including 14 years in the Gulf region (Qatar & UAE). Certified in Project Management (PMP)® and Risk Management (RMP)®, he has led shop-based and field-based projects, managing structural steel, piping, process systems, critical equipment, and complex installations. Currently, he holds the Lead role in Planning & Project Control in the UAE, ensuring on-time project delivery and efficient resource management.
Doina Dobre
Senior Cost Estimator at Emerald Group
Doina is an Independent Cost Estimating Consultant with over 30 years of experience supporting CAPEX, OPEX, and ABEX projects across North America and Europe. Aligned with AACE International Recommended Practices, she provides specialized estimating services for engineering firms, EPC contractors, and project owners. Doina’s expertise spans infrastructure, process industries, green energy, industrial facilities, and marine projects. She is recognized for delivering risk-adjusted estimates, value engineering strategies, and cost control integration for complex EPCM and EPC projects.
Dr. Ahmed Ibrahim
Director Project Control at Turner Construction Company
Dr. Yvonne Waterman
Liability Law, Publisher of the Global Asbestos Forum Magazine at Waterman Legal Consultancy and Global Asbestos Forum
Jan-Anders Antonsen
Integration Specialist at Fluor
Joel Gray
Product Portfolio Director at Ascertra
Marcin Bruszewski
Head of Legal Affairs - Region Poland at Fortum
Marco Russo
Head of Projects at SLB
Mark Cowley
Project Management Consultant at Mark Cowley Services
Mark is a project management consultant and energy transition implementation specialist with more than 38 years of experience in the engineering and construction industry. He supports clients across the energy transition, oil & gas, refining, petrochemical, mineral processing, and industrial sectors. A former Project Director and Vice President of Operations at Petrofac, he has led major, technically complex projects worldwide. Mark is known for his expertise in project delivery, contract and risk management, and coaching project managers toward excellence.
Mark Langerhorst
Project Manager at Worley
Natale Pezzimenti
Remediation, Plant, and Demolition Technologies (TEBID) at EniRewind
Pepijn Docter
Renewable Energy, Commercial/Contract at Hippo Consortium
Prasanta Dey
Professor of Operations Management at Aston University
Dr. Prasanta specializes in supply chain management and project management, with over 130 published research papers. He has led numerous research projects and industry collaborations across manufacturing, process, services, and construction sectors globally, including SMEs and large enterprises. Dr. Prasanta has developed decision support systems for supply chain performance, sustainability, and risk management, and currently leads projects on low-carbon supply chain adoption. He is Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Energy Sector Management and Co-Director of the Aston India Foundation for Applied Research.
Rade Bajic
Contract Manager at STRABAG
Stuart R Broadley
CEO at EIC
Stuart is the CEO of the Energy Industries Council (EIC), one of the world’s largest energy supply chain trade associations. With over 25 years of global leadership experience in the energy sector, he is recognized as a global expert in energy policy and strategy. Stuart is an award-winning leader—the EIC received the King’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade 2023—and the author of the Survive & Thrive annual report. He is also the architect of major industry events such as the Energy Exports Conference (EEC) and the World Energy Supply Chain Awards (WESCAs). A frequent conference chair, speaker, and moderator with 30k+ LinkedIn followers, Stuart serves as a board chair, director, and advisor to businesses and governments worldwide.
Virginie Colaiuta
Partner (International Arbitration and Construction Law) at LMS Legal LLP
Vladislava Stefanova
Head of Procurement and Contracting Department at SOLAR MONTAGE TEAM LTD
Wissam Abu Taha
Senior Director of Digital Transformation and Client Engagement at Workpacks
Zuzanna Briant
Director, Practice Lead CCM at World Commerce & Contracting (WorldCC)
Zuzanna is the Director and Practice Lead CCM at World Commerce and Contracting (WorldCC), a global organization promoting best practices in commercial and contract management. With over 10 years of experience managing complex contracts across telecom, financial services, and aviation, she is recognized for advocating efficient contracting and building trusted, high-performing relationships. Zuzanna holds a Master’s degree in Finance and is a WorldCC CCM Advanced Practitioner, contributing to the development of knowledge and skills in the field while supporting the global WorldCC community.
Event Details
- Date
- April 22-24, 2026
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇩🇪 Berlin, Germany
- Berlin, Germany
- Pricing
- €2,499 - €5,999
- Audience
- Operators, contractors, subcontractors, and stakeholders in the energy sector involved in delivering capital projects.
- Attendees
- 250+ attendees
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