icnc25 · Berlin · 2–4 September 2025

The full agenda — with receipts

All 91 sessions across 6 stages. Speakers link to their ChargiPedia profiles; the context notes are ours, built from our own market data and news archive.

All times are Berlin local time, CEST (UTC+2).

13:00 –17:30 Tech Village

Official S.A.F.E. e.V. General Meeting

Software Alliance for E-mobility. NOTE: invite only. Innovation Conference Room

14:45 –15:00 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

The Official Opening of the AMPECO Ecosystem Stage

AMPECO CMO Baycho Georgiev will officially open our first-ever Ecosystem Stage, introducing the vision behind creating a dedicated space designed for you to hear directly from the industry analysts, consultants, software, hardware and service providers shaping our industry. CEO Orlin Radev and CRO Stefan Ivanov will share welcoming remarks on why bringing the ecosystem together for these conversations matters now more than ever. Discover what to expect across three days of 25+ keynotes, panels, and fireside chats presented by 40+ speakers designed to deliver actionable insights on the topics that matter most to your business.

Orlin Radev Chief Executive Officer · AMPECO
Stefan Ivanov Chief Revenue Officer · AMPECO
14:45 –15:15 Tech Village

Integrating EVs into the Energy Ecosystem: Technical Enablers of Bidirectional DC Charging

As EVs become part of the broader energy ecosystem, bidirectional DC charging enables V2G, V2H, and V2B applications. This session explores the technical enablers - power electronics, control systems, and communication protocols—behind scalable, efficient solutions. Learn how EVs can support decentralized energy systems and smart grids, creating new value across mobility and energy sectors.

Kai Fieber CTO & Co-founder · Ambibox GmbH
15:00 –16:00 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

Pricing strategies across Europe and their impact on driver sentiment

Pricing strategies vary dramatically across European EV charging markets, creating confusion for drivers and directly impacting adoption sentiment. Different regions employ vastly different approaches - from subscription models to dynamic pricing to session-based fees. In this panel, we'll examine how retail and wholesale pricing strategies affect driver behavior and sentiment toward public charging. The discussion will explore how fragmented national approaches to pricing create legal and financial risks for businesses.

Francesco Naso Secretary General · MOTUS-E
Petar Georgiev Head of Strategic Alliances, Regulatory Affairs and Sustainability · AMPECO
Clément Molizon General Delegate · Avere-France
15:45 –16:30 Tech Village

Towards Interoperable Systems for Truck Reservation and POI-Data

Discover how the first OCPI 2.3-based Truck Reservation & POI Data System enables seamless, interoperable bookings for truck charging across networks. Hubject, together with FRYTE, Bosch Road Services, and SBRS (member of the Shell Group), will share their progress, insights from early implementations, and how the MVP is set to address current gaps on the road to truly interoperable and seamless reservations for CPOs, EMPs, and fleet operators.

Amelie Thürmer Lead Commercial Vehicles | Truck Reservation & POI Data · Hubject
Niels Christmann Senior Business Development Manager – Truck Charging · Bosch Road Services
Hersh Thaker Product & Proposition Lead · SBRS - Member of the Shell Group
16:00 –16:30 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

eViolin: Pan-European Operational Approaches to EV Charging Interoperability

This session will feature key members of eViolin, a leading industry voice on charging interoperability. The panel will explore the practical, day-to-day work involved in solving various operational challenges. Attendees will gain insight into how industry stakeholders are working together to tackle complex issues such as POI data exchange and fraud prevention.

Michele Peruzzi Board Member · eViolin
Petar Georgiev Head of Strategic Alliances, Regulatory Affairs and Sustainability · AMPECO
Adriana Fricke Senior Manager Public Affairs · Hubject
Arjen van der Kooij e-Mobility Product Manager · Q8
Irina Galitskaya Interoperability Manager · Blink Charging
16:30 –17:00 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

The role of CharIN and standardization for scaling EV charging

This fireside chat will look into CharIN's core work on standards to major business trends. It will address how companies that adhere to global standards are best positioned to scale their services and solutions.

Petar Georgiev Head of Strategic Alliances, Regulatory Affairs and Sustainability · AMPECO
Claas Bracklo Chairman · CharIN
16:45 –17:15 Tech Village

Getting ready for VDV 261 Preconditioning for e-Buses

Ketan Deshmukh Senior Manager | Commercial Vehicles Charging · Hubject
Steffen Rhinow Director of Solutions · Hubject
16:45 –17:15 Truck Reservation Corner

Showcase - Towards Interoperable Systems for Truck Reservation and POI-Data

See the first OCPI 2.3-based Truck Reservation & POI Data System in action. Hubject, together with FRYTE, Bosch Road Services, and SBRS, will demonstrate first results of the MVP, showcasing booking flows across networks and truck-specific POI data exchange.

Amelie Thürmer Lead Commercial Vehicles | Truck Reservation & POI Data · Hubject
Niels Christmann Senior Business Development Manager – Truck Charging · Bosch Road Services
17:00 –17:30 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

E-Mobility Europe: when does collaboration become a business necessity

As a true ecosystem network, E-Mobility Europe enables true collaboration in a competitive market. It offers a strategic approach where competitors work together on fundamental, market-building issues that benefit the entire ecosystem. Engagement with industry associations is the primary vehicle for this type of collaboration, as these groups provide a neutral platform for collective action and advocacy.

Chris Heron Secretary General · E-Mobility Europe
Petar Georgiev Head of Strategic Alliances, Regulatory Affairs and Sustainability · AMPECO
08:15 –09:00 Tech Village
Networking Event

Official Networking Breakfast

09:00 –09:30 Tech Village

Offline Roaming - Now Possible with HeyCharge!

Traditional EV chargers depend on constant internet connectivity, increasing costs and reducing reliability. HeyCharge changes that with its patented SecureCharge technology, allowing chargers to operate entirely offline or with minimal connectivity. In this session, Chris Cardé, Founder and CEO of HeyCharge, will reveal how SecureCharge addresses critical needs like user authentication, billing, and charger management without always-on internet. This breakthrough dramatically cuts infrastructure costs and boosts reliability, opening new possibilities for EV charging in locations previously considered impractical or impossible. This innovation also creates exciting opportunities for new user groups seeking affordable and reliable EV charging - but how does it work for drivers relying on roaming via EMPs? This summer, HeyCharge introduced "offline roaming," enabling seamless roaming even without an internet connection. Join us to discover how HeyCharge made offline roaming possible!

Chris Cardé Founder and CEO · HeyCharge
10:00 –10:30 Tech Village

PlugSecure Behind the Plugs: Real-World Threats in EV Charging

As EV adoption accelerates, a hidden threat grows in the background - cybersecurity. In this session, Eleftherios Karabatsakis, co-founder of Plugsecure, shares real-world cases of vulnerabilities found in public and private charging networks. Why do these issues keep happening, even in certified environments? What can be done before it’s too late? Join us to uncover what’s really happening behind the plugs and how the industry can shift from reactive to resilient.

Eleftherios Karabatsakis Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer · PlugSecure
10:15 –10:45 Main Stage
Keynote

Crossing the Chasm in EV Charging

The EV charging industry has reached its defining moment. Everything that worked in the early phase- serving forgiving early adopters- is becoming obsolete as mainstream customers demand mature industry standards. With public charging stocks down 70-90% and investors expecting enterprise-grade performance, charging providers face a critical choice: evolve strategic approach or risk being left behind. This keynote reveals why the next 18 months will separate industry leaders from the rest, what operational models will dominate the next decade, and how to position for competitive advantage during this fundamental transition.

Orlin Radev Chief Executive Officer · AMPECO
10:30 –11:00 Tech Village

Solving the V2X Interoperability Challenge

10:45 –11:10 Main Stage
Break

Coffee Break

11:00 –11:30 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

EV Charging Outlook 2025 with BloombergNEF

This session will provide an overview of the key trends in the electric vehicle and charging industry and how they will develop over the next two decades. It will dive into areas such as the network build-out, commercial vehicle charging and using EVs to provide flexibility to the energy system.

Ryan Fisher Head of Charging Infrastructure · BloombergNEF
11:00 –11:30 Tech Village

Future Proof DC Charging with Outstanding Interoperability and Reliability

In this joint talk, Niklas Behl (Amperfied GmbH, Senior Vice President)and Marco Möller (Pionix GmbH, Co‑Founder & CEO) share how future‑proof DC charging solutions can achieve outstanding interoperability and reliability. They will outline how Amperfied’s modular high‑availability DC platform, combined with predictive maintenance and continuous system monitoring, enables operators to maximize uptime and efficiency. At the same time, Pionix’s open‑source based EV charging operating system Base Camp ensures broad standards support and long‑term adaptability in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. Attendees will gain insights into how hardware, software, and service concepts can work together to deliver sustainable, future‑ready charging infrastructure.

Marco Möller Co‑founder and CEO · Pionix
Niklas Behl Senior Vice President · Amperfied GmbH
11:00 –12:30 Masterclass

Bridging Borders, Charging Forward: National Perspectives on EV Charging

Join us for a high-level panel discussion featuring leaders from major national associations across Europe, as they explore how national strategies are driving the evolution of EV charging—and how cross-border collaboration can unlock progress at scale. This session will provide a unique, multi-country perspective on the current state of EV charging infrastructure, customer experience, and best practices. Panelists will address key challenges, including charging infrastructure gaps, regulatory hurdles, and market fragmentation, while sharing actionable insights for overcoming them. With a shared focus on accelerating mass EV adoption, the discussion will underscore the critical importance of seamless customer experiences, harmonized standards, and international cooperation in building a connected, user-centric charging ecosystem for the future.

Adriana Fricke Senior Manager Public Affairs · Hubject
Francesco Naso Secretary General · MOTUS-E
Clément Molizon General Delegate · Avere-France
Aleksander Rajch Co-Founder and Board Member · PSNM
Philippe Vangeel Director EV Belgium · EV Belgium
Jarrod Birch Head of Policy · ChargeUK
Dr. Jan Strobel Head of Energy Efficiency, Sales, and Mobility Department · BDEW – German Association of Energy and Water Industries
11:10 –11:40 Main Stage
Keynote

No Excuses | Scaling the EV Ecosystem for Mass Adoption

There's no more time for excuses! It is essential to move beyond the current dynamics of emerging markets and prepare for mass electric vehicle (EV) adoption. As EVs are becoming mainstream, we must get ready for rapidly evolving needs in the ecosystem. Join us to find out what key themes are vital to successfully scale the EV ecosystem and accelerate the transition towards sustainable mobility together.

Suthalan Gnanes Managing Director · GreenFlux
11:30 –12:00 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

Grid-integrated and cost-optimized: The new era of energy management and V2G for Charge Point Operators

As electric mobility scales, energy management is no longer optional but central to the business strategy of Charge Point Operators. In this session, Yasmine explores the importance of advanced energy management to transform the business. From optimizing the procurement to leveraging Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technologies, she will unpack the tools and practical steps CPOs need to thrive in a dynamic energy landscape.

Yasmine Assef Senior Principal · AFRY
11:40 –12:40 Main Stage
Panel

Smart Energy Solutions & Bidirectional Charging – Ready for the Mass Market? How EVs, homes, smart meters and the grid finally come together

Electric vehicles are evolving into flexible energy assets. But to scale smart energy solutions for the mass market, we need more than just great tech - we need integration, interoperability, and the right partners across the energy system. Join this expert panel featuring leading innovators from the eMobility and energy sectors to discuss: How bidirectional charging (V2G/V2H) complements grid expansion and strengthens energy resilience The critical role of smart meters and data transparency for dynamic tariffs, grid services and user acceptance Why DSOs (grid operators) are essential players in enabling a stable, distributed energy system And most importantly: What it takes to bring these innovations to everyday consumers – at scale With insights from Markus Hackmann (P3 Group) – one of Europe’s leading experts in e-mobility and energy systems – bringing years of experience from working at the intersection of OEMs, utilities, and technology. A future-proof discussion not to miss.

Markus Hackmann Managing Director · P3 Group
12:00 –12:30 Tech Village

Plug&Charge Now and Next

This session highlights the current industry status and widespread adoption of Plug&Charge, and unveils the upcoming advancements set to redefine the EV charging experience. Gain insights into recent milestones and what’s on the horizon for interoperability and customer experience, powered by Hubject Plug&Charge

Henok Berhane Senior Plug and Charge Technical Specialist · Hubject
12:00 –12:30 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

ChargeUp Europe’s 2025 State of the Industry: the Encore

As EV adoption regains pace, the charging landscape continues to evolve. ChargeUp Europe’s flagship “State of the Industry report” is the definitive benchmark of the EV charging industry, providing an up-to-date overview of the data, trends, and developments shaping the sector in Europe. Developed with direct input from across the ChargeUp Europe membership, the 2025 report dives into the role of private charging, the state of play of public charging networks, user experience and service quality as the market matures, the progress on heavy-duty vehicle electrification and charging, and the role of e-mobility in energy systems. Reconnect with the shifts driving the industry’s future!

Lucie Mattera Secretary General · ChargeUp Europe
12:30 –13:00 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

Charging with Confidence: Ensuring Business Continuity for Commercial Fleets

As EV charging becomes increasingly business critical, hardware and a basic product warranty no longer provides the guarantees organisations need to keep their fleets up and running. This keynote will explore how to put in place robust, reliable, and future-proofed EV infrastructure that keeps your fleet moving.

Richard Earl R&D Director · EO Charging
12:30 –13:30 Masterclass

AMPECO The 2030 Blueprint for Your EV Charging Software Strategy- How software positions EV charging providers to win in their target markets & use cases

When profitability and scale are increasingly non-negotiable, discover how the right software strategy enables you to: Increase margins Achieve better operational efficiency Lower transaction costs Deliver more value to your customers via tailored solutions The session is invite only

Stefan Ivanov Chief Revenue Officer · AMPECO
Johan Van Kooten Strategic Business Development Director Europe · AMPECO
12:40 –13:10 Main Stage
Keynote

You can’t shape customer experience without charger availability. Charging that just works, thanks to AI operations.

Discover how Evailable brings AI-powered automation into daily CPO operations. Learn how smarter, leaner processes boost actual availability, cut OPEX, and strengthen the CPO business case. See real-world insights into how future-proof operations reduce manual effort and increase efficiency.

Maren Rehnelt Managing Director · Evailable
13:00 –13:30 Tech Village

Integrated Service Concepts for Enhanced Reliability in eMobility Infrastructure

Kerstin Koske Head of Europe Service Portfolio & Operations · Siemens
13:00 –13:30 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

The Elaway Story: From Nordic Success to European Expansion

Join Stian Bjørhei, Group CEO of Elaway, as he shares the realities of combining organic and structural growth while navigating organizational strains and operational pitfalls. Elaway specializes in residential EV charging for housing communities, and their four-market expansion demonstrates how mastering operations across borders creates the foundation that unlocks tomorrow's grid-balancing opportunities and sets the stage for next-gen energy services.

13:10 –14:00 Main Stage
Break

Lunch Break

13:30 –14:00 Truck Reservation Corner

Showcase - Towards Interoperable Systems for Truck Reservation and POI-Data

See the first OCPI 2.3-based Truck Reservation & POI Data System in action. Hubject, together with FRYTE, Bosch Road Services, and SBRS, will demonstrate first results of the MVP, showcasing booking flows across networks and truck-specific POI data exchange.

Amelie Thürmer Lead Commercial Vehicles | Truck Reservation & POI Data · Hubject
Niels Christmann Senior Business Development Manager – Truck Charging · Bosch Road Services
13:30 –14:00 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

ChargeGuru: Lessons from powering 2 million apartments in Europe

Join Julia Titeux, Chief Product Officer at ChargeGuru, as she shares invaluable insights from a decade of revolutionizing residential EV charging across Europe. Through their journey from Zeplug's launch in France in 2014 to ChargeGuru's international expansion in 2018 and their strategic merger in 2023, the company has become Europe's leader in private EV charging infrastructure with over 300 employees across 8 countries. Julia will reveal key lessons that shaped their success, including how customer expectations evolved from basic questions about charger compatibility and availability in 2014 to today's demand for seamless charging experiences with established habits and smart charging capabilities. Learn why turnkey solutions became essential for apartment buildings - offering zero cost to condominiums, scalable and secure infrastructure, and controlled pricing for residents. Discover how the company balanced standardization with customization in their infrastructure approach, why simplicity across customer experience, operations, and technology became crucial, and how building partnerships with local experts proved vital for navigating diverse political and regulatory challenges across European markets. This session offers practical insights for understanding the evolution and future of residential EV charging infrastructure.

Julia Titeux Chief Product Officer · ChargeGuru
13:30 –14:00 Tech Village

The Charging Challenge: How Smart Technology Unlocks EV Infrastructure at Scale

EV charging deployment faces a classic infrastructure challenge: how to balance immediate investment with uncertain future demand while ensuring reliable, profitable operations. Traditional approaches force buyers into difficult trade-offs—undersize and miss revenue opportunities, oversize and extend payback periods, then face expensive grid upgrades when growth finally materializes. Equipment reliability issues and limited vendor support compound these risks, creating hesitation to deploy at the scale needed to support mass EV adoption. However, smart technology architectures are emerging that fundamentally change this equation, enabling flexible, economical infrastructure that can start small, grow incrementally, and adapt to real-world operating conditions while maintaining profitability throughout the scaling process.

Kevin Pugh VP Sales Europe, UK & Ireland · Tritium
14:00 –14:30 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

The AMPECO Ecosystem Vision

Discover how CPOs can accelerate innovation by tapping into a trusted ecosystem of partners and service providers with the AMPECO Marketplace.

Alex Manolov Frontier Projects Director · AMPECO
Peter Nikolov VP Global Accounts & Partnerships · AMPECO
14:00 –14:45 Masterclass

Decoding Migration: Mastering the Seamless CPMS Switch

An in-depth exploration of charge points migrations, this masterclass reveals why migrations are more critical than ever driven by platform limitations, vendor dissatisfaction, and the need for scalable architecture. In this 45-minute session, participants will dispel common misconceptions, learn lessons from real-world projects, and gain exclusive insight into GreenFlux’s proven migration framework. They will leave equipped with the knowledge and tools to lead migrations with confidence, efficiency, and resilience, while avoiding costly pitfalls. This session is only accessible through registration here.

Aneta Benova Manager of Technical Integrations · GreenFlux
Rogier Wissink Head of Customer Solutions · GreenFlux
14:30 –15:00 Tech Village

Creating a Seamless Digital Charging Experience

Steffen Rhinow Director of Solutions · Hubject
14:30 –15:30 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

The Utilization Equation - Right Site, Right Time, Right Experience

What makes a charging site succeed or fail? Utilization is more than just a metric - it's the result of strategic decisions across site selection, visibility, and customer experience. This panel brings together three experts tackling different pieces of the utilization puzzle: Zoniq's AI-powered location intelligence for site scouting, Eco-Movement's data platform powering findability across navigation apps, and Uberall's location marketing platform for online presence and local engagement. Understand what drives repeat visits and explore the practical strategies that separate high-performing charging locations from underutilized assets. Discover how AI is reshaping site selection, why data accuracy drives discoverability, and how strategic local marketing transforms online visibility into actual charging sessions.

Peter Nikolov VP Global Accounts & Partnerships · AMPECO
Roderick van den Berg CEO and co-founder · Eco-Movement
Florian Hübner Founder and President · Uberall
Pavol Magic CEO & co-founder · Zoniq
15:00 –15:30 Main Stage
Keynote

Customer-Driven Innovation: Transforming EV Charging Data into Business Value

As EV adoption accelerates, turning charging data into actionable insights is key to staying competitive. This session will explore how to harness large and diverse data sources to drive customer-focused innovation across the EV charging ecosystem. Use cases include optimizing energy management, maximizing charging success rates and utilization, enabling proactive maintenance, and improving site selection and price strategies. Learn how data-driven decisions not only enhance customer experience but also unlock significant operational and financial value.

Andrew Bennett Chief Executive Officer · Driivz, a Vontier Company
15:00 –15:45 Masterclass

Unlocking Efficient eMobility: Nidec's Holistic Approach to Sustainable Charging Infrastructure

Nidec, a global leader in electric motors and energy conversion, presented its holistic approach to sustainable EV charging infrastructure. With rapid EV adoption and fleet electrification, challenges include grid bottlenecks, high upfront costs, and scalability needs. Nidec addresses these with innovative solutions like battery-integrated chargers (DirectPowerPS Multi) and scalable high-power systems (DC Split), enabling faster deployment, reduced grid dependence, and flexible configurations. By integrating renewable energy, storage, and smart energy management, Nidec delivers efficient, future-proof eMobility solutions that lower costs, boost reliability, and cut CO₂ emissions.

Gilbert Khawam Vice President Power & e-Mobility Products · Nidec Conversion
15:30 –16:00 Main Stage
Keynote

Unlocking sustainable mobility with battery and dc charging solutions

With the rapid evolution of charging technology, Infypower provides scenario-based AC,DC and Mix Bus solutions to reduce grid expansion pressure, lower CPO operational costs, and enhance storage & charging efficiency, ensuring faster, smarter, and more cost-effective charging experiences.

Andreas Gronarz Director Business Development EMEA · InfyPower
15:30 –16:00 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

PwC: Is profitable charging a dream or reality? And what does it mean for M&A and fund raising prospects?

After a turbulent 2024, BEV sales in Europe are climbing again, bringing renewed confidence to the e-mobility sector. Yet, profitability remains elusive for most as they chase scale. This presentation explores whether sustainable margins are within reach — and what the answer means for M&A appetite, investor sentiment, and capital-raising opportunities in an evolving market.

Milos Lørup Bartosek Director · Strategy&
15:30 –16:00 Tech Village

From Vehicles to the Grid: ​Turning EVs into Grid Assets with V2G

Semih Tetik Project Manager · CharIN
16:00 –16:30 Main Stage
Keynote

Rewiring charging with AI: From network operations to driver experience

What does real AI innovation look like in the EV charging industry beyond the buzzwords? In his keynote, Monta CEO Casper Rasmussen unpacks how artificial intelligence is already transforming charge point management systems, from predictive network operations and dynamic task routing to smart pricing and installer workflows. Backed by Monta’s unmatched data scale of over 1 million users, more than 200,000 charge points, and millions of charging sessions, learn how Monta is turning massive volumes of real-world data into smarter, faster, and more reliable charging experiences. With exclusive insights into Monta’s AI-powered platform features, this session offers a firsthand look at the next frontier of EV infrastructure innovation.

Casper Rasmussen CEO & Co‑founder · Monta
16:00 –16:30 Tech Village

Collaborative Reliability: Plug&Charge, Price Transparency, and POI Data Enrichments

This session focuses on how innovations like multi-contract Plug&Charge and enhanced pricing transparency can simplify and improve the charging experience. Learn about POI data enrichments (power learning and POI quality assessments) to create more reliable and transparent charging session. By sharing and utilizing data, we can create a more open and trustworthy ecosystem. These efforts aim to enhance customer confidence and streamline operations, driving significant value across the industry. Join us to explore how collaboration can transform the future of electric mobility.

Layla Roche Technical Product Manager · BMW Group
Valentin Beck Technical Product Manager · BMW Group
Florian Kotsch Program Manager for Charging Experience · BMW AG
16:00 –16:30 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

Eldrive’s Pillars of Success: Smart Growth, Technology, and Ecosystems

Running an EV charging network is a complex challenge. It requires not only rolling out infrastructure and ensuring high reliability, but also scaling quickly in a fast-moving market. Many operators complicate this even further by trying to build their own software or hardware. Eldrive has taken a different approach — staying lean, focused on the customer, and partnering with best-in-class technologies to keep the network both reliable and scalable. This strategy has powered Eldrive’s growth across Central and Eastern Europe. In this session, Tomas Tamašauskas, Country Manager of Eldrive Lithuania, will outline the four pillars behind Eldrive’s success: lean operations, advanced technology, rapid expansion in prime locations, and full value-chain control. He will also showcase Eldrive’s Charging Parks — future-proof ecosystems that combine strong partners, long-term projects, and driver-centric services. Join us to see how Eldrive is shaping the next stage of EV adoption in CEE.

Tomas Tamasauskas Country Manager · Eldrive Lithuania
16:00 –17:30 Masterclass

Financial Friction in EV Charging: Industry Challenges & Solutions

Hubject Financial Services (HFS) will present a live demonstration of the complete journey for our Charge Point Operator (CPO) partners—managing the entire financial process from setting VAT and CDR rules, real-time CDR price calculations, and generating invoices, to sending them to EMPs after approval, receiving payments, and distributing payouts to CPOs' own/sub-partner accounts. This demonstration will will highlight how HFS has innovated to achieve its product vision: delivering administrative relief and regulatory compliance for the e-mobility financial ecosystem. Curated access session reserve your spot here

Aleksej Trubnikov Market Development Manager · Hubject
Edma Salillari Sales Engineer Financial Services · Hubject
Jens Thomas Chief Operating Officer · chargeIQ
Thomas Walther Founder and CEO · Emobility East
16:30 –17:00 Main Stage
Keynote

Power in Partnership: Building a seamless charging experience for electrified heavy-duty transport

Electrifying heavy-duty transport is about more than infrastructure. It’s about a systemic approach involving partnerships between experienced and progressive players. An effective reservation system is one of the key enablers to ensure timely charging as part of optimized route planning. Dr Lioudmila Simon, VP of Mobility Innovation at E.ON Group Innovation, and Arjan van der Eijk, Chief Operating Officer at E.ON Drive Infrastructure, explain why a seamless charging experience is essential for electrified heavy-duty transport, and reveal how to achieve it.

Dr. Lioudmila Simon VP eMobility Innovation · E.ON Group Innovation
16:30 –17:00 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

Wattif EV: Scaling with impact

In today’s rapidly evolving EV market, it is crucial for CPOs to find the right balance between growth, efficiency, and customer experience. This session provides insights on how CPOs can navigate operational complexity, scale effectively and meet rising customer expectations - while ensuring sustainable growth and creating lasting impact in an fast-changing landscape.

Oystein Tomassen CTO · Wattif
16:30 –17:30 Tech Village

Plug&Charge and Direct: Innovation Insights from BMW, Mastercard and Hubject

Steffen Rhinow Director of Solutions · Hubject
Florian Kotsch Program Manager for Charging Experience · BMW AG
Mohamed Abouelenin Vice President - Product Architecture, Product Development & Solution Engineering · Mastercard
17:00 –17:30 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

P3: Rethinking Uptime: Why current metrics fail to reflect the customer charging success

Uptime is a widely used metric for assessing the reliability of charging infrastructure, with targets of 97–99% set by regulations and funding programs. However, there is no standardized definition or calculation method, limiting comparability across providers. More importantly, uptime only reflects technical availability—not whether users can successfully complete a charging session. Interoperability issues between vehicles, stations, and backend systems often prevent charging despite technical readiness. Public charging field tests performed by P3 across Europe, involving over 20,000 DC sessions, show an average customer charging success rate of 80% in 2024, far below the idealized uptime values. To close this gap, a new KPI— Charging Success Index—is needed to measure actual charging success from the user's perspective and provide a more accurate picture of infrastructure reliability for the industry.

Markus Hackmann Managing Director · P3 Group
Lukas Schriewer Principal E-Mobility | Team Lead Charging Technology · P3 Group
17:00 –18:15 Main Stage
Panel

Costs, Myths, Reality: Has E-Mobility Reached the Tipping Point?

Right after BCG unveils a new, data-driven study on Europe’s powertrain choices, this panel puts the headlines to the test: what’s truly cheaper, cleaner, and more efficient – today – and what does that mean for the road to 2035? Bringing together policymakers and leaders from the automotive and charging ecosystem, this panel will separate fact from fiction and focus on the decisions that will shape Germany’s and Europe’s mobility strategy in the next 12–24 months. We will cover: Total cost of ownership vs. perception: what the numbers say for drivers and fleets, now and as markets scale Real-world emissions & efficiency: BEVs compared with hybrids and combustion engines across their full lifecycle Infrastructure readiness: fast-charging availability, reliability, and what’s next to accelerate adoption Competitiveness & energy security: how transport electrification underpins industrial leadership and reduces dependencies Policy clarity to 2035: signals that give consumers and industry the confidence to invest and move faster

Wolfgang Ademmer Chief Marketing Officer · Alpitronic
Simon Schütz Head of Communications · German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA)
Thomas Weber Managing Director and Partner · BCG
Andreas Kuhlmann Managing Director · Christ&Company
Berthold Schilling Managing Director · KlimaUnion e.V.
17:30 –18:00 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

From Parking to Charging: Indigo’s Seamless Digital Experience

Claude Muller, Director of e-Mobility at Indigo, presents how the Group is executing its strategy to become its own Charge Point Operator (CPO), integrating EV charging services into INDIGO Neo for a seamless parking-to-charging experience. In partnership with AMPECO, he will highlight the successful migration of over 7,000 charge points to a single platform, illustrating the scale and ambition of Indigo’s e-Mobility approach.

Claude Muller Global Emobility Director · INDIGO Group
18:00 –18:30 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

Fireside chat with EDRI: Arjan Van Der Eijk

Join AMPECO CEO Orlin Radev for an exclusive conversation with Arjan Van Der Eijk, COO of E.ON Drive Infrastructure, one of Europe's largest charging network operators. From managing 6,000+ charging points across 11 countries to navigating the complexities of pan-European expansion, discover what it really takes to build and operate charging infrastructure on a continental scale.

Orlin Radev Chief Executive Officer · AMPECO
18:15 –19:45 Main Stage

Hubject Poolside Chat - by invite only

18:20 –23:10 Main Stage
Networking Event

Festival of eMobility

09:10 –09:40 Main Stage
Keynote

From Charger to System: Intelligent Infrastructure at Scale

Autel’s approach to EV charging infrastructure starts with a clear understanding of the challenges shaping our industry - from reliability and scalability to deployment speed and system integration. In this session, we share how our modular charging architecture and support services go beyond hardware to deliver robust, user-centric solutions. Through concrete use cases and success stories, we show how Autel responds to today’s infrastructure needs and contributes to long-term, dependable investment across Europe.

Andreas Lastei VP Sales & Marketing · Autel Europe
09:30 –10:00 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

What nobody talks about in eMobility marketing

eMobility is booming with innovation, yet when it comes to marketing something crucial is missing. Most companies are solving the same challenges in isolation, leading to wasted effort, invisible solutions, and slower adoption. What if marketers, founders, and executives across our industry could tap into each other’s insights instead of reinventing the wheel? In this session, Theo Reichgelt (Founder, Nexxt Industry) will uncover what’s missing in our approach today, what we stand to gain if we fix it, and why stronger collaboration in marketing could be the turning point for the adoption and growth of eMobility. For the first time at ICNC, he will reveal a new initiative designed to bring eMobility marketers and leaders together so no one has to face the industry’s challenges alone, and so we can unlock faster growth and stronger impact together. If you’re a marketer, founder, or C-level leader in eMobility, this is the one talk at ICNC you cannot afford to miss.

Theo Reichgelt Founder & CEO · Nexxt Industry
09:30 –10:30 Masterclass

Charge for Change: Navigating the Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Adriana Fricke Senior Manager Public Affairs · Hubject
09:40 –10:10 Main Stage
Keynote

The Mass Adoption Blueprint: How Platform Maturity Will Enable Industry-Wide Success

As the charging industry continues to prepare for mass EV adoption, we believe the future belongs to those who build for scale and success — enabling the industry-wide transformation via mature platform thinking. When charging infrastructure combines comprehensive software foundations with strategic hardware innovation, it creates the ecosystem conditions necessary for widespread EV adoption. This blueprint, refined via years of real-world experience, aims to create an unparalleled customer-centric charging experience for drivers and a scalable, feature-rich toolkit for operators. This session explains how combining mature platforms won't just bridge the gap to mass EV adoption—it will eliminate it entirely.

Andreas Blin Director Segments and Partnerships - CPOs, Fuel&Convenience and Solution Partners · ChargePoint
10:00 –10:30 Tech Village

From Unidirectional to Resilient: How Bidirectional Charging & Microgrids Will Transform EV Infrastructure Reliability

Javier Lázaro Head of Sales · XCharge Europe GmbH
10:00 –11:00 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

The Future of EV Driver Support in a Maturing Market

As EV charging becomes mainstream, driver support is evolving into sophisticated, tech-enabled customer experiences. This panel brings together established customer support companies alongside AI-first startups that automate Level 1 EV driver support. The fundamental question is: Where's the sweet spot between full automation and human touch? EV charging's technical complexity demands expertise, yet scale requires efficiency. Traditional providers are building internal AI systems to manage workload, while AI-native companies are discovering they still might need human agents for complex issues. Explore the challenges, opportunities, and emerging trends in EV driver support that balance personalization with scalability in an industry where customer experience can make or break adoption.

Johan Van Kooten Strategic Business Development Director Europe · AMPECO
Konstantin Huneke Co-Founder & CEO · Lemonflow
Andreas Helland CEO · Atender
Patrick Roelke CEO · AmpAssist
Zsolt Máté Juhász CEO · United Call Centers
10:30 –11:00 Tech Village

Trust in Every Plug: ​Charging Quality Meets Open Plug & Charge​

Michael Keller Chief Technology Officer · Charging Interface Initiative (CharIN) e. V.
10:30 –12:00 Masterclass

ISO 15118-20 & the Future of EV Charging: Regulation, Innovation & Opportunity

Join us for an essential deep dive into ISO 15118-20 & the Future of EV Charging: Regulation, Innovation & Opportunity. This session unpacks the latest updates in ISO 15118-20, the key global standard shaping the next generation of electric vehicle charging. Gain a clear understanding of the regulatory landscape, explore real-world use cases, and discover the emerging business models and opportunities this standard enables—from V2G, MCS, to smart charging ecosystems. This session goes beyond compliance, offering strategic guidance tailored for OEMs, CPOs, eMSPs, utilities, EVSE manufacturers and software providers. Learn how to prepare your organisation for compliance and unlock the commercial potential of this transformative protocol. Stay ahead in the rapidly evolving EV charging market. Reserve your spot here.

Ketan Deshmukh Senior Manager | Commercial Vehicles Charging · Hubject
Jan Šťáhlavský Manager | Consulting · Hubject
11:00 –11:25 Main Stage
Break

Coffee Break

11:00 –11:30 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

Fireside Chat with Ignitis ON: Eimantas Balta

Join AMPECO CRO Stefan Ivanov for an exclusive conversation with Eimantas Balta, Head of EV Charging for the Baltics at Ignitis, as he shares the inside story of building the definitive Baltic EV charging network. From migrating 30,000+ customers to securing €115 million in financing for 3,500+ charging points, discover the decisions and bold moves that established regional EV charging leadership across the Baltics.

Stefan Ivanov Chief Revenue Officer · AMPECO
Eimantas Balta Head of EV Charging Network for Baltics · Ignitis ON
11:10 –11:40 Tech Village

From Protocols to People: Reliability Through Better Charging Experiences

We’ll examine reliability as a systems problem across the EV charging stack. The talk connects OCPP/ISO 15118 implementations, charger firmware variability, roaming clearinghouse behaviors, and data quality (site metadata, opening hours, connector status) to real outcomes for drivers. We’ll share: A practical fault taxonomy (hardware/protocol/UI) and how being fully compliant with standards helps isolate root causes. How proactive monitoring and alerting reduce MTTR (mean time to repair) without impacting live sessions. Approaches to charger‑agnostic design amid inconsistent protocol implementations. How small data improvements (photos, POI accuracy) raise trust and usage. Collaboration models between software providers, CPOs, and manufacturers that improve uptime and SLA adherence.

Karin Bossman Head of Marketing · Ocean EV Charging Platform
Žiga Jelen Head of Product Management · Ocean EV Charging Platform
11:25 –11:55 Main Stage
Keynote

Powering fast, flexible and profitable e-mobility solutions for commercial road transportation

We are currently witnessing a growing political push to transform commercial fleets to EVs. The progress so far is a significant achievement for the industry, the market, and society as a whole. However, the transition also presents challenges that require effective solutions to ensure mass EV adoption within commercial fleets. By utilizing smart charging algorithms, combined with charging and BESS infrastructure for grid-balancing support, fleet owners can improve TCO/ROI while accelerating their time-to-market. Additionally, the increasing need for public and semi-public charging access on longer journeys must be addressed and integrated into the overall strategy to further accelerate EV fleet adoption.

Torben Fog CIO & Co-Founder · Spirii
11:30 –12:00 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

EY: Avoiding pitfalls while navigating the EV charging space

Public EV charging is full of hidden challenges: misjudged demand, poorly sized sites, or organizations that can’t keep up with growth. This session cuts through the noise to show where operators typically go wrong – and how to get it right instead. We’ll cover real examples of how to match your rollout to actual market needs, avoid overinvesting in the wrong places, and structure your team for efficiency. Practical lessons for anyone scaling or investing in a charging network

Gianluigi Indino Partner · EY-Parthenon
Julien Drevon Director · EY-Parthenon
11:50 –12:20 Tech Village

Interoperability Challenges in a Multi-Standard EV Charging Landscape

As ISO 15118-20 moves rapidly into deployment, EV charging is now inherently multi-protocol and multi-PKI, with that complexity converging in the TLS handshake between EV and Charger. This talk outlines the landscape, pinpoints common sources of integration friction, and outlines pragmatic mitigation strategies.

Arne Schlowak Lead Testing Engineer and Test Facility Manager · Hubject
12:00 –12:30 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

AMPECO as your EV charging regulatory compass

Expert guidance & global reach: AMPECO provides actionable guidance on regulatory requirements across global markets, translating complex legal and technical documents into client-specific solutions. Active stakeholder engagement: AMPECO holds leadership positions within key industry working groups and consortia, engaging directly with public authorities and sectoral organizations. Regulatory advisory services: AMPECO offers a comprehensive policy database while supporting participation in incentive programs and utility rebates Navigating the complex web of EV charging regulations across global markets is a critical challenge for any expansion strategy. Requirements vary dramatically between regions, covering everything from technical standards to grid integration protocols. CPOs need more than legal documents; they need actionable intelligence that drives strategic decisions. AMPECO serves as your regulatory compass, translating complex legal frameworks into client-specific implementation strategies. Our team doesn't just monitor regulatory changes; we actively shape them through leadership positions in key industry working groups and direct engagement with public authorities across multiple jurisdictions. This session will reveal how AMPECO's comprehensive policy database and regulatory advisory services help clients turn compliance challenges into competitive advantages. You'll discover how we support participation in incentive programs and utility rebates that can significantly impact your bottom line, while ensuring your charging infrastructure meets evolving technical and operational standards.

Petar Georgiev Head of Strategic Alliances, Regulatory Affairs and Sustainability · AMPECO
12:30 –13:00 Tech Village

How can CPOs make better use of data to increase charger reliability and deliver an excellent customer experience?

Maintaining EV charging infrastructure is essential for improving the uptime and availability of charge points, delivering an excellent customer experience, and building a reputation for providing reliable charging. In this session, David Cornish examines the challenges face CPOs as they scale their charging infrastructure and networks to meet the growing demand for public charging. David explains how automation technology helps CPOs overcome one of their biggest challenges – delivering a smooth and reliable charging experience for EV drivers.

David Cornish Product Specialist · Urgent EV
12:30 –13:00 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

Fireside chat with Worldline: Radu-Vasile Pop

Payment experiences are becoming a key differentiator in EV charging, directly impacting customer satisfaction and operator success. Join us for an exclusive conversation with Radu-Vasile Pop, International Head of Sales for ePayments in Self-Service Verticals at Worldline, as we explore how payment innovation is shaping the future of EV charging across Europe. Discover the unique challenges EV drivers face at payment terminals, why the transition from Worldline's widely-adopted Valina terminals to next-generation solutions matters for operators, and how integrated payment services create competitive advantages. From contactless payments and mobile wallets to the operational realities of deploying terminals in charging environments, learn what it takes to deliver seamless payment experiences that keep drivers coming back.

Yavor Yordanov Technical Architecture Consultant · AMPECO
Radu-Vasile Pop International Head of Sales for ePayments in Self-Service Verticals (EV-Charging & Parking) · Worldline
12:45 –13:15 Main Stage
Keynote

Fireside Chat with Toyota: Building a Owner-focused EV Charging Experience

Discover how Toyota and Hubject are shaping the future of the electric driving experience. This fireside chat will focus on the customer journey—exploring how integrated in-car and app-based platforms can make finding, accessing, and paying for charging smooth and intuitive. Learn how OEM-driven innovation is removing friction points, simplifying charging across networks, and putting drivers at the center of a truly connected, sustainable mobility ecosystem.

Eric Woodcock Manager-Digital Electrification · Toyota Motor North America
Trishan Peruma CEO · Hubject North America
13:00 –13:30 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

Carefree Charging with Freedom of Choice

Removing any blockers and improving the experience for drivers in a Maturing ECO system.

Remco Willemse CEO · Payter
13:15 –14:00 Main Stage
Break

Lunch Break

13:30 –14:00 Truck Reservation Corner

Showcase - Towards Interoperable Systems for Truck Reservation and POI-Data

See the first OCPI 2.3-based Truck Reservation & POI Data System in action. Hubject, together with FRYTE, Bosch Road Services, and SBRS, will demonstrate first results of the MVP, showcasing booking flows across networks and truck-specific POI data exchange.

Amelie Thürmer Lead Commercial Vehicles | Truck Reservation & POI Data · Hubject
Niels Christmann Senior Business Development Manager – Truck Charging · Bosch Road Services
13:30 –14:30 AMPECO's Ecosystem Stage

The Next Chapter: Where US EV Charging Is Headed

The North American EV charging market is entering a new phase as the industry shifts from rapid expansion to sustainable operations, with network operators discovering what actually drives profitability and long-term success. Our expert panel reveals the emerging strategies, business models, and technology innovations that are defining the next chapter of US EV charging, sharing the latest trends, real-world successes and failures, and what European operators need to know about this evolving landscape.

Michael Greenberg SVP Growth · AMPECO
Trishan Peruma CEO · Hubject North America
14:00 –14:50 Main Stage
Panel

Are we driving the eMobility in the right direction? Feedback from EV drivers.

This main-stage panel gives EV drivers the microphone to share their everyday charging experiences—both the frustrations that hold adoption back and the great moments that show what’s possible. Their stories provide authentic insights to help the industry sharpen its customer experience focus. By the end of the session, participants will walk away with three take-aways: driver-led insights that can shape real improvements, a clear example of both challenge and success, and a commitment to continue driver feedback beyond icnc25.

Dr. Johanna Bronisch Senior Consultant (Moderator) · Neon Neue Energieökonomik
Helmut Ness CXO · Fuenfwerken Design
Steve Nitzschner CEO · Wildstyle Network
Syed Haseeb Hassan EV Driver Influencer · eTechvolution
14:00 –15:00 Tech Village

Start-Up Award

Jenn Buchanan COO · Clockwork
Claudio Geyken CEO & Co-Founder · RiDERgy
Tobias Wagner Elektrotrucker · Elektrotrucker
Luke Ackerknecht CEO · Alpha Grid
Mikkel Weikop Partner · Lumina
Sofus Laub Erdal Partner · Lumina
Andreas Patscheider Partner · Lumina
William Heuser Partner · Lumina
15:30 –16:30 Hubject Lounge

Inside Hubject Financial Services: Live Demo of Our Smart Financial Suite

Hubject Financial Services (HFS) will present a live, interactive demonstration of its financial service product - intercharge PAYMENT in a testing environment, showcasing three major functional domains: CDR Rating, Invoicing, and Clearance. Together, these domains provide the complete journey for our Charge Point Operator (CPO) partners—managing the entire financial process from setting VAT and CDR rules, real-time CDR price calculations, and generating invoices, to sending them to EMPs after approval, receiving payments, and distributing payouts to CPOs' own/sub-partner accounts. This demonstration will offer attendees first-hand engagement with our released product, built to solve the end-to-end financial process efficiently and securely. It will highlight how HFS has innovated to achieve its product vision: delivering administrative relief and regulatory compliance for the eMobility financial ecosystem.

Edma Salillari Sales Engineer Financial Services · Hubject

Programme data compiled from the official icnc25 agenda; sessions move, rooms change. Verify against the official agenda.