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The smart grid infrastructure
& systems development forum



27th - 29th October 2025 | Radisson Blu - Schiphol | Amsterdam | The Netherlands



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VP - Commercial & Business Development, FuelCell Energy Solutions



" Extremely useful to be informed of the current situation in European energy markets, the return on capital investments, electricity pricing structure and market design. "



Head of Financial Planning, NP Market Council



" Great updates on power market dynamics and getting an insight into the challenges, concerns and solutions of generators, DSOs and TSOs "



Kris Adriaenssen, Head of Marketing, ZF Wind Power



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Dr. George Papaioannou, Director of Research, Technology and Development, ADMIE (Greek T.S.O)



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Luis Ferreira, Head of Energy Efficiency & Electric Mobility, EDP Distribuição



" I attend to learn about the latest developments in the industry and to meet and network
with people with useful technical knowledge and solutions. "



Jan Vorrink, Manager National Control Center | TENNET TSO



" Excellent overview of the challenges being faced by Power utilities today and the technical solutions currently available and under development. "



Marketing Director, Wärtsilä



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Jose Manuel Hernandez, DG Competition Antitrust Energy and Environment, European Commission



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Luis Ferreira, Innovation Leader & Head of Smart Cities, E-REDES - EDP DISTRIBUIÇÃO



SmartGrid Europe Forum Session Overview
Monday 27th - Wednesday 29th October



Accessible to All 3-day Attendees



Power Europe Congress KEYNOTE SESSIONs



Grid 2.0 Now: Lessons, Investments & Partnerships to Future-Proof Europe’s Power Networks



  • How to turn the Iberian blackout’s lessons into actionable strategies for building flexible, failure-resistant grids.
  • How Elektrilevi leverages two-way power flows with over 21,000 producers feeding renewables back into the network.
  • Utilizing AI-driven automation and real-time analytics to predict faults and balance fluctuating renewable inputs.
  • Elektrilevi’s €1.6B weatherproofing blueprint to future-proof networks against climate risks.
  • Leveraging collaborative partnerships among DSOs, TSOs, tech providers, and regulators to accelerate grid modernization.
  • How to capitalize on Europe’s €170B digitalization drive to deploy breakthrough technologies across power networks


Speaker: Mikhel Härm, CEO, Elektrilevi



EPD & SMartGrid Engage KEYNOTE SESSIONs



Learning from the Iberian Peninsula Blackout | Future-Proofing Europe's Distribution & Transmission Grids Using Strategic Innovations for a Resilient Energy Transition



  • Managing the challenges of integrating renewable energy sources into the control center operations.
  • DSO interfacing challenges and solutions, experiences and case-studies
  • Best practices for managing and optimizing control center performance.
  • The importance of real-time monitoring and data analytics in control center operations.
  • The role of advanced technologies in control center operations such as Artificial Intelligence and Machine learning.
  • Case studies of successful control center optimization projects and their impact on the integrated energy system.


Speaker: Jan Vorrink, Head of Future Design System Operations & Senior Advisor for International Affairs, TENNET TSO



European Power Distribution KEYNOTE SESSIONS



Enhancing Cyber Resilience in European Power Grids: Insights from the Dutch eFORT Project



  • Integrated Cyber-Physical Security Measures: Exploring strategies for identifying, preventing, and mitigating risks and vulnerabilities across both IT and OT domains.
  • Demo of a Scenario in which intelligence on a new vulnerability is received
  • Development of a Digital Twin: Insights into the creation of a groundbreaking Digital Twin at the Dutch demo site, coordinated by TenneT and TU Delft, to enhance grid cybersecurity.
  • Collaborative Innovation: How the synergy between research institutions, industry experts, and grid operators fosters the development of robust security solutions.
  • Real-World Applications: Demonstrating the practical implementation of advanced technologies, to improve grid stability and resilience.
  • Future Roadmap: Discussing the project's ongoing efforts and future plans to further strengthen Europe's energy infrastructure against emerging threats

Speakers: Alex Stefanov, Professor & Technical Director of Control Room of the Future (CRoF) & Mohamed Radwan | TU Delft & Frank Fransen, Lead Scientist & Maarten de Kruijf, Cyber Security researcher Innovator | TNO​



European Power Distribution / Smartgrid engage KEYNOTE SESSIONS



Empowering DSOs to Optimize Grid Capacity by Integrating Flexibility Services | Case Study RESA Belgium



  • Flexibility: Utilizing flexible connection agreements to accelerate the integration of DERs into distribution grids.
  • Active Network Management: Leveraging advanced network management strategies to help DSOs address congestion issues and optimize grid capacity in real time.
  • Real-Time Grid Optimization: Implementing solutions that allow for dynamic adjustments in grid operations, ensuring efficient DER integration and grid performance.
  • Case Study: A detailed illustration of how RESA, a Belgian DSO, uses these strategies to enhance grid management and DER integration.

Speakers: Emeline Georges, Energy Systems Engineer | Haulogy & RESA (Réseau d'Électricité et de Services Associés) DSO - Belgium

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European Power Distribution & Smartgrid europe KEYNOTE SESSIONS



Scaling Smart Substations for a Decentralized Grid



  • Project Evolution and Timeline: Overview of the Constellation project's progression since its inception in 2021, including the installation of the UK's first smart substation in Maidstone and the planned deployment of additional substations across Southeast England by September 2026.
  • Technological Innovations: Examination of the integration of AI, machine learning, and 5G communications within substations to enable real-time analysis, adaptive protection, and autonomous operation, reducing reliance on central control systems.
  • Operational Benefits: How smart substations can release up to 1.4 GW of capacity, potentially saving consumers over £750 million by 2050, and contribute to carbon savings of 1.9 million tonnes by 2030.
  • Resilience and Reliability: Insights into how local intelligence within substations enhances grid resilience, ensuring continuous operation of DERs even during communication disruptions with central systems.
  • Collaborative Partnerships: Highlighting the roles of key partners such as GE Vernova, ABB, Siemens, Vodafone, and the University of Strathclyde’s Power Networks Demonstration Centre in the development and implementation of the Constellation project.

Inv. Speaker: Sotiris Georgiopoulos, Director of Distribution System Operator, UK Power Networks*



European Power Distribution KEYNOTE SESSIONS



Scaling Up Local Flexibility: Enedis' Roadmap for Optimizing Grid Performance and Enabling the Energy Transition



  • Enedis Flexibility Roadmap: Progress and Future Vision: An overview the addition of 46 MW of local flexibility services across 30 French departments.
  • From Pilot Projects to Operational Integration: How Enedis transitioned from experimental projects to fully integrated flexibility services, supporting network performance and reliability.
  • Overcoming Implementation Challenges: Addressing technical, regulatory, and organizational barriers in scaling up flexibility services, including stakeholder engagement and market adaptation.
  • Collaboration with TSOs and Multi-Purpose Flexibility Design: Strategies for coordinating with TSOs to ensure efficient grid operations and leveraging flexibility for multiple grid support functions.
  • Case Studies and Outcomes of Recent Tenders: Insights into the successful deployment of flexibility services by partners like NW - Smart Grid Energy, Voltalis, and Oaktree Power, and their impact on grid performance.
  • Future of the Enedis Flexibility Roadmap: Upcoming plans and targets for expanding flexibility services and integrating more renewable energy sources into the grid.


Inv. Speaker: Hubert Dupin, Head of Flexibility Department, Smart Grids Program, ENEDIS*



Power Europe Congress KEYNOTE SESSIONs



Energy Master Data: A Left Right Dilemma
Navigating the Complex Challenges of Integration & Management



  • The strategic importance of master data management for the energy market.
  • Investing in data management despite the public nature of energy data.
  • Achieving seamless integration across energy managements systems.
  • Case study examples of AI and robotic process automation (RPA) playing crucial roles in managing and optimizing energy master data by automating processes, reducing errors, and providing actionable insights.

Speaker: Marius Flesch, Head of Market Access Systems, Statkraft



European Power Distribution KEYNOTE SESSIONs



Making Well Informed, Data-Driven and Efficient Investment Decisions in Order to Maintain Optimal Future Distribution Asset Performance



  • Evaluating the uncertainties surrounding electrification in terms of distribution grid capacity requirements.
  • Developing future-proof grids using actual and anticipated loading condition of assets while considering different possible electrification scenarios.
  • Simulated RES growth scenarios and asset management.
  • Simulating large-scale EV rollout and investing in the correct grid reinforcements.


Speaker: Luc Decoster, Transition Leader, Fluvius



EuropeAN Power Distribution KEYNOTE SESSIONs



Exploring the Opportunities and Challenges of Trading Renewable Energy Within an Increasingly Decentralized Energy Market



  • Overview of the current state of the Dutch decentralized energy market and the role of Alliander as a DSO within the market.
  • Discussion of the challenges and opportunities presented by the increasing integration of renewable energy sources in the Dutch energy market.
  • Analysis of the impact of decentralized energy trading on the business model and revenue streams of Alliander and other DSOs.
  • Strategies for effectively integrating renewables into the decentralized energy market and the role of Alliander in this process.


Inv. Speaker: Paul de Wit, Senior Advisor, Regulatory Affairs, Alliander*



Power Congress KEYNOTE SESSIONs



Scaling Renewables in Utility Operations: Innovations, Storage, and Grid Optimization



  • Optimizing Hybrid Energy Systems – How utilities can integrate solar, wind, and bioenergy with existing fossil-based assets for maximum efficiency.
  • Advanced Energy Storage for Grid Stability – The latest in battery technology, hydrogen storage, and pumped hydro to balance supply and demand.
  • Digitalization & AI in Renewables – Leveraging predictive analytics, AI-driven asset management, and real-time monitoring to enhance renewable generation.
  • Repurposing Infrastructure for Green Energy – Strategies for retrofitting conventional power assets to support the clean energy transition.
  • Regulatory & Market Mechanisms for Renewables – Navigating capacity markets, PPAs, and grid interconnection challenges in a rapidly evolving energy landscape.

Speaker: Dr. Ivan Androcec, Director of Renewables & Innovations | INA d.d. | Chairman | Croatian Energy Society (HED)



European Power Distribution KEYNOTE SESSIONs



Innovative Grid Solutions for a Resilient Energy Future: Leveraging Storage and Digitalization for the Energy Transition



  • The Role of Storage-as-Transmission in Grid Optimization: How the 'Netzbooster' project is transforming the transmission system by reducing conventional network reinforcements and lowering operational costs.
  • Integrating Advanced Storage Solutions to Mitigate Grid Congestion: How strategic deployment of large-scale battery storage is enabling better management of renewable energy fluctuations and improving grid stability.
  • Adapting to Regulatory and Policy Frameworks: How the project aligns with the EU’s RePowerEU plan and the broader Green Deal framework, addressing regulatory challenges and supporting the sustainable transformation of the energy system.
  • Digitalization as a Catalyst for Grid Efficiency: The role of digital tools in monitoring, managing, and optimizing grid assets, including predictive maintenance and real-time grid balancing, which are crucial for handling increased renewable penetration.
  • Case Study: The Netzbooster Project and Future Developments: The projet implementation, challenges, and impact on grid reliability and efficiency.

Inv.Speaker: Olaf Sener, Head of Asset Management | TransnetBW GmbH*



European Power Distribution KEYNOTE SESSIONs



The Role of the DSO in Open Data and the Energy Transition



  • Understanding the role of the DSO in the open data landscape.
  • Utilizing open data to support the energy transition: Real-time information on energy consumption patterns, energy production sources, and grid conditions.
  • Enhancing grid management through data analytics:
  • Supporting smart city initiatives with open data.
  • Fostering innovation through open data access

Inv. Speaker: Luís Tiago Brandão Ferreira, Head of Innovation, Smart Cities, Smart Streetlighting & Open Data, E-REDES (EDP)*



Power Europe KEYNOTE SESSIONs



Scaling and Integrating Distribution Flexibility Markets



  • Flexibility in the context of upcoming investments in distribution monitoring and control systems.
  • Connecting new clean assets faster through through dynamic, integrated constraint and curtailment markets.
  • A blueprint for operational integration of distribution level flexibility markets.
  • Practical steps today for unlocking new business models for developers and consumers alike.

Speaker: Jo-Jo Hubbard, CEO, ELECTRON



Power Congress KEYNOTE SESSIONs



Managing the Investment Costs for Upgrading the Distribution Networks Required to Support the Energy Transition



  • Overview of the energy transition and its impact on electricity distribution networks.
  • The current state of the distribution network and its limitations in supporting the energy transition.
  • Examination of the costs associated with upgrading the distribution network to support the energy transition, including hardware upgrades, grid optimization, and smart grid technology.
  • Analysis of the benefits of upgrading the distribution network, including increased efficiency, better integration of renewable energy sources, and improved grid stability.
  • Discussion of funding options for the upgrades, including government subsidies, utility rate structures, and private investment.
  • Consideration of the role of regulatory bodies and the need for standardized guidelines to ensure a consistent and cost-effective approach to upgrading the distribution network.


Speaker: Diana Moneta, Deputy Director for Energy Systems Development, RSE (Italy)



European Power Distribution KEYNOTE SESSIONS



Implementing Innovative Grid Technology to Climate Proof Electricity Power Grids



  • Innovative new grid technologies currently available and being developed to manage frequent and severe weather events, which can disrupt power grids and cause blackouts.
  • Effectively auditing current grid infrastructure to identify the weaknesses and vulnerabilities.
  • Developing and testing innovative solutions such as of smart grid technology, microgrids, energy storage systems, and renewable energy sources.
  • Implementing and integrating new technology in practice into the existing power transmission and distribution systems.
  • Monitoring monitoring key performance indicators such as energy consumption, grid reliability, and response times. .

Speaker: Layla Sawyer, Secretary General, currENT Europe



European Power Distribution KEYNOTE SESSIONS



How to Enhance Grid Operations and Meet Future Demand by Leveraging Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)



  • Deferral of CAPEX: By reducing CAPEX intensive infrastructure expenditures on re-inforcement and stability, such as (1) re-conductoring of existing lines, (2) investments in new lines and (3) reducing the dependence on other inertial supports.
  • Increased Grid Resilience Due to Value Stacking of Services: Optimized use of BESS for “multiple ancillary services” from a single resource by utilising battery capacities (power & energy) and proper tuning of the BESS controllers.
  • Faster Return on Investments (ROI) & Maximization of Revenue: Due to the nature of their construction, BESS require less installation and commissioning time, therefore, having a shorter gestation period to bring returns on investment to the grid operators.
  • Increased Renewable Connections: By reducing the re-inforcement strategies on CAPEX intensive solutions, more renewables will be integrated to the grid than waiting in the connection queues.

Speaker: Sankara Subramanian, ESS- Utility Market Leader | SAFT - TOTAL ENERGIES


European Power Distribution KEYNOTE SESSIONS



Leveraging Synchrophasor Technology to Accelerate Distribution Grid Digitalisation



  • How Synchrophasor technology is transforming distribution grids, driving digitalisation, and enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Real-World Success Stories: Dive into compelling use cases that showcase the tangible benefits and innovative applications of synchrophasors in modern grid management.
  • Seamless Integration: Learn how to effectively integrate synchrophasor technology into your utility's IT/OT infrastructure, unlocking new levels of grid intelligence and resilience.

Speaker: Paolo Romano, Chief Product Officer, Zaphiro Technologies SA



MONday 27th October | Pre-conference forum



Preparing DSOs for Tomorrow and the Future | Taking Advantage of Lessons Learned



  • The energy transition & CEP (Clean Energy Partnership).
  • A fundamental shift is underway, are you ready?
  • Managing congestion on the net.
  • Investing in the future Energy transition | A network’s perspective.
  • Electricity regulation and electricity directive.
  • Consumer empowerment.
  • Smart grid and smart city: essential role of metering and control.
  • Business value for utilities: support future business needs.

Speaker: Mark Ossel, Member of the Board, OSGP Alliance



Power Europe PRIVATE ROUND TABLE DISCUSSIONS



17:30 - 18:30 | Tuesday 28TH October


Limited to a maximum of 10 participants per discussion, the end-of-day private round table discussion groups provide participants with an excellent networking opportunity. Participants pre-register their seat to come together over a specific issue and speak openly and frankly on issues and challenges with their peers and leading specialists offering a valuable opportunity for focused and extended exchange of knowledge, ideas and solutions.



Pre-Conference Forum
SESSIONs OPEN: 13:00 & ENDS: 17:00
Delegates WELCOME DINNER :20:00



New Power technology development & Implementation
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Wednesday 27th November| Pre-Conference New Power Technologies, and Project Financing Forums

MONday 27th October| Pre-conference forum



Artificial and Machine Learning Within Power Systems: Definitions, Strategic Deployment Overview, Developments & Applications (Part 1 | 60 Minutes)



Definitions and applications within power system infrastructures from generation to distribution.


  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | Natural Language Processing (NLP)| Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs) and Auto-Machine Learning.
  • Key efficiency, safety and resilience benefits and achieving energy transition goals.
  • Current, developing and future applications within power value chain infrastructures.


MONday 27th October| Pre-conference forum



Artificial and Machine Learning Within Power Systems: Definitions, Strategic Deployment Overview, Developments & Applications (Part 2)



This session will explore the potential of AI and ML to optimize power value chain performance, enhance reliability, scalability and security of EMS and DMS infrastructure, and deliver cost-effective solutions for EMS and DMS. We will also delve into the possibilities of developing flexible and future-proof solutions for EMS and DMS leveraging AI and ML. This session will enable us to understand the potential of AI and ML in the power value chain and to develop innovative and effective solutions to build future-proof and flexible EMS and DMS capabilities.

  • Overview into AI's predictive and prescriptive capabilities within power infrastructure.
  • How new AI technologies and ML can leveraging low-carbon resources, improving forecasting, and boosting autonomous operation.
  • Implementing AI simulations to locate unstable power assets.
  • Enabling the effective interopability of utility systems and ADMS vendor integration through data integration and the implementation of Common Information Models.
  • Progressing the performance of generation fleets, and evolution to the performance evaluation of entire electricity network—from generation to eventual consumption by the consumer.

Inv. speakers: Hubert Dupin, Head of Flexibility Department, Smart Grids Program, ENEDIS*

Bas Mulde, IEC Implementation Consultant, DNV*

Fredi Belavic, Asset Manager, Austrian Power Grid

Catharina Sikow-Magny, Head of Energy Networks & Regional Initiatives, European Commission*

Gerald Kaendler, Dir. Asset Management, Amprion*

Susanne Fabry, Executive Board, RheinEnergie*




MONday 27th October | Pre-conference forum



Implementing & Progressing with Global Standardisation (IEC) for Digital Grid Management (IEC Workshop Part 1)



This session welcomes new adopters and prospective IEC members from Europe and worldwide to address the following:

  • Overview of the IEC standardisation process: history, objectives, and benefits.
  • Key challenges that utility companies face when implementing the IEC standards for digital grid management: operational issues, costs, and regulatory challenges.
  • Experiences and best practices for adoption: approaches to collaboration with other stakeholders, communication strategies, and managing stakeholder expectations.
  • The future of digital grid management: the impact of new technologies: the role of the IEC in setting standards: and the challenges that utilities will face in the future.
  • Outlining steps to fully adopt the IEC standards: technology, processes, and stakeholder engagement.


MONday 27th October | Pre-conference forum



Utilising IEC Standards for the Integration of Common Information Models to Unleash Smart Grid and Power Distribution Utility Capabilities (IEC Workshop Part 2)



  • Implementation of Common Information Models (CIMs) through IEC standardization across the Smart Grid and SCADA systems.
  • Achieving CIM-Compliant SCADA System Integration - Realistic timeframes for making returns.
  • The role of CIM in meeting the challenge of the massive increases of of DER and RES integration into the power system.
  • Application of Common Grid Model (CGM) and Individual Grid Models (IGMs).
  • How CIMs Stemming from IECs can unlock the full benefits of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to create a comprehensive overview of collected data.

Inv. Expert speakers:

Sotiris Georgiopoulos, Head of Smart Grid Development, UK Power Networks*

Nicolas Richet, CIO & Secretary of the Digital Committee, ENTSO-E*

Neil Meredith, Head of Solution Integrity for Networks, SSE*

Mihael Medved , Integration, Scada Engineer, Elektro Celje*



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