Agenda
AdBlue Focus Day (add-on) | Tuesday 18 November
- 08.30 - 09.30
Morning registration and networking
- 09.30 - 09.40
Chairperson’s opening remarks
- 09.40 - 10.15
Keynote panel: The future of AdBlue - challenges, innovation & opportunity
- What are the biggest challenges currently facing the AdBlue market, and how are companies adapting to supply chain disruptions, regulatory changes, and fluctuating demand?
- Where do the most promising opportunities lie for innovation and growth in the AdBlue sector—particularly in the development of low-carbon or more sustainable urea solutions?
- How can collaboration across the value chain—from chemical producers to fuel distributors—accelerate the transition to a more resilient and environmentally responsible AdBlue ecosystem?
- 10.15 - 10.45
AdBlue in the age of Euro 7: Regulatory shifts and market impacts
- How will Euro 7 standards reshape AdBlue consumption across vehicle categories, particularly in commercial and heavy-duty fleets?
- What are the projected adoption timelines for Euro 7-compliant vehicles, and how will this influence short- and long-term AdBlue demand?
- What regulatory or logistical challenges might arise in scaling AdBlue production and distribution to meet new compliance needs?
- 10.45 - 11.30
Morning coffee and networking
- 11.30 - 12.00
Argus market outlook: Navigating price volatility and the EV transition
- How closely will AdBlue prices continue to track natural gas trends, and what are the implications for producers and distributors in the coming year?
- What macroeconomic and regulatory factors are shaping the future demand for AdBlue amid declining diesel vehicle sales and rising EV adoption?
- In what ways could hybrid vehicle regulations and evolving emissions standards sustain or reshape the role of AdBlue in a decarbonizing transport sector?
- 12.00 - 12.20
Urea under pressure: managing tariffs, competition, and supply shifts
- What are the implications of the EU’s July 2025 tariffs on Russian urea for AdBlue producers, and how might global supply chains adapt by November and beyond?
- How are smaller AdBlue producers (diluters) reshaping the market, and what does their growth mean for traditional urea suppliers?
- What are the cost and pricing dynamics of using urea prills in AdBlue production, and how might these evolve in the short and long term?
- 12.20 - 12.45
Navigating CBAM: Implications for the AdBlue Industry
- What is the current status of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), and how might it influence AdBlue production and pricing?
- How will CBAM reshape supply chains and compliance strategies for AdBlue manufacturers and transport operators?
- What practical steps can AdBlue stakeholders take now to prepare for CBAM-related regulatory and cost impacts?
- 12.45 - 14.00
Networking lunch
- 14.00 - 14.30
The future of AdBlue in European trucking: Compliance, demand, and innovation
- How will EU CO₂ emission targets for HDVs impact the demand for AdBlue in the next decade?
- What are truck manufacturers like Scania and Volvo projecting in terms of AdBlue usage versus electrification or hydrogen alternatives? 
- What infrastructure and policy support is needed to ensure AdBlue remains a viable emissions solution during the transition to cleaner technologies?
- 14.30 - 14.50
Global AdBlue market outlook: Regional insights and growth opportunities
- How are key regions like Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, India, and China shaping the global AdBlue landscape?
- What lessons can be drawn from the advanced SCR technology adoption in North and South America?
- What are the current global consumption trends for AdBlue, and how are they expected to evolve over the next 5–10 years?
- 14.50 - 15.15
Roundtable discussion: What’s next for the AdBlue market?
This roundtable gathers key players from the automotive, chemical, and logistics sectors to discuss the current state and future of the AdBlue market. Topics include supply chain issues, regulatory shifts, pricing trends, and emerging technologies, with a focus on collaboration and sustainable growth.
- 15.15 - 15.45
Afternoon coffee and networking
- 15.45 - 16.00
Beyond the road: Unlocking AdBlue’s growth in non-road machinery and emerging sectors
- What are the key technical and operational challenges of using AdBlue in non-road mobile machinery (NRMM), and how can the industry adapt formulations or technologies to meet these needs?
- With increasing carbon reduction mandates from bodies like the IMO, how can AdBlue or modified urea solutions position themselves as viable emissions control options in maritime and stationary power generation sectors?
- As traditional transport markets mature, what strategic opportunities exist for AdBlue producers in agriculture, construction, and low-load applications—and how can awareness and infrastructure be scaled to support this transition?
- 16.00 - 16.25
AdBlue trade flows and terminal dynamics in Europe
Delving into key markets across Europe and examining regional trends - exploring the nuances of Western Europe, Eastern Europe & the Balkans, Northern Europe, and Southern Europe.
- How can stakeholders collaborate to optimize AdBlue supply and distribution throughout Europe?
- What factors differentiate market dynamics for diluters in Spain, Italy, and Southern France from those in Germany, Benelux, and Poland?
- What is the role of terminals within the AdBlue supply chain, especially concerning diluters?
- 16.25 - 16.30
Chairperson’s closing remarks
- 16.30 - 18.00
Welcome drinks and networking evening
An opportunity for an evening of informal networking.
Day 1 | Wednesday 19 November
- 08.00 - 09.00
Morning registration and networking
- 09.00 - 09.10
Chairperson’s opening remarks
EUROPEAN REGULATIONS AND SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES
- 09.10 - 09.30
Government address: Decarbonizing road fuels - a strategic path for Europe
- How can we ensure a stable and competitive supply of road fuels during the transition to alternative energy sources?
- What role should advanced biofuels and synthetic fuels play in decarbonizing the transport sector, particularly for hard-to-electrify segments?
- How can EU member states harmonize fuel taxation and infrastructure investment to support a cohesive and fair energy transition across borders?
- 09.30 - 09.50
ETS2 and the road fuels industry: Preparing for a carbon-priced future
- How will the implementation of ETS2 reshape carbon pricing and compliance strategies for road transport fuels across Europe starting in 2027?
- What are the expected cost implications of ETS2 for fuel suppliers and how might these be passed on to consumers in the road transport sector?
- How should road fuel companies prepare for the 2025 monitoring and 2027 compliance milestones under ETS2?
- 09.30 - 09.50
OEM keynote panel: Strategies for the future of road fuels
- How are OEMs balancing the continued development of internal combustion engines (ICE) with the transition to electrification and other low-carbon propulsion technologies?
- What regional and global trends are shaping demand for different fuel types—such as petrol, diesel, biofuels, hydrogen, and electricity—and how are OEMs adapting their product portfolios in response?
- How are shifting customer expectations around cost, performance, and environmental impact influencing fuel preferences and OEM innovation?
MEET UP STATIONS
- 10.30 - 11.00
Morning coffee and networking
- 10.30 - 11.00
Meet-up stations
Grab a coffee and take your networking to a dedicated area of the exhibition hall for targeted conversations and meet attendees in the same field as you
Meeting zone 1
Diesel/gasoline
Meeting zone 2
Bio-gas [bio-LNG, bio-CNG, bio-methane]
Meeting zone 3
HVO/Biofuels
Meeting zone 4
AdBlue
- 11.00 - 11.30
Argus market outlook: Decarbonisation pathways and regulatory shifts in the European fuels sector
- How are Fit-for-55, RED III, and national fuel mandates directly impacting fuel supply, demand patterns, and pricing mechanisms across European markets?
- Which transport sector—road, maritime, or aviation—offers the lowest-cost CO₂ abatement opportunities, and how do their emissions reduction pathways compare in terms of scalability and policy support?
- What specific technologies, fuel types (e.g., HVO, e-fuels, bioethanol), and infrastructure developments are being prioritized by market participants to meet decarbonisation targets?
SHIFTING REFINING LANDSCAPES
- 11.30 - 12.15
Panel Discussion: Diesel in transition - navigating imports, demand shifts, and global competition
- How is the diesel import landscape evolving in Europe, are we seeing a structural shift in intra-European diesel trade?
- What are the long-term prospects for European diesel demand amid refinery closures and rising operating costs?
- How is global competition—from the US, Middle East, India, and Africa—reshaping Europe’s diesel supply chain?
- 12.15 - 13.30
Networking lunch
- 13.30 - 14.10
Panel Discussion: Europe’s gasoline crunch: Refinery closures, trade shifts, and supply security
- How is the changing refinery landscape—such as closures in Europe and the rise of the Dangote refinery—reshaping gasoline supply chains and trade flows?
- With Europe moving toward E10 and beyond, how are bioethanol mandates and fuel specifications influencing gasoline blending and sustainability goals?
- As demand for European gasoline exports declines and the ICE ban looms, what are the realistic pathways for gasoline in a decarbonized transport future?
- 14.10 - 14.40
Trading realities - conventional fuels in a changing market landscape
- How are conventional fuel traders responding to regulatory and economic pressures favoring alternative fuels, and where do they still see viable growth—both within Europe and globally?
- What are the key trade routes and supply patterns for gasoline, diesel, and LPG today, and how are logistics networks (barge, rail, truck) evolving to support them?
- What roles do smaller, agile players play in shaping the European fuels market?
- 14.40 - 15.30
Afternoon coffee and networking
BLENDING OPPORTUNITIES
- 15.30 - 15.50
Germany’s HVO evolution and the road to 2030
- How is Germany’s cultural and regulatory focus on HVO shaping the biofuels landscape, and what role does FAME still play in the market?
- What are OEMs and industrial leaders like BMW and Siemens doing to scale HVO 100 adoption, and how are they aligning with GHG reduction targets?
- What are the legislative and market signals indicating about HVO and SAF demand by 2030, and how will this influence refining capacity and feedstock sourcing in Europe?
- 15.50 - 16.30
Biofuels in the spotlight: Navigating RED III, certification, and global market shifts
- How are EU member states implementing RED III, and what are the implications for market competitiveness, regulatory alignment, and the role of the Union Database for Biofuels (UDB) in ensuring compliance and traceability?
- What strategies are stakeholders using to meet RED III targets for RFNBOs and advanced biofuels, including infrastructure scaling, sustainable feedstock sourcing, and addressing supply constraints like UCO availability?
- How are geopolitical shifts, trade policies, and energy security concerns reshaping investment flows, supply chain strategies, and the global positioning of the European biofuels sector?
- 16.30 - 16.50
AdBlue in transition: Navigating its role in a multi-fuel future
- What is the future role of AdBlue in an HVO-dominated diesel landscape, where NOx emissions persist despite lower GHG output?
- How might emerging combustion technologies—like hydrogen and ammonia engines—reshape the need for AdBlue or similar NOx mitigation solutions?
- With the introduction of low-carbon AdBlue, how can we quantify and communicate its contribution to fleet decarbonization?
- 16.50 - 17.00
Chairperson’s closing remarks
- 17.00 - 18.00
Networking drinks reception
Day 2 | Thursday 20 November
- 08.30 - 09.30
Morning networking
- 09.30 - 09.40
Chairperson’s opening remarks
INSIGHT INTO THE GROWING BIOGAS MARKETS
- 09.40 - 10.00
Argus market update: Biomethane & GHG certificates – trade flows, oversupply, and regulatory realities
This session explores the interconnected dynamics of biomethane markets and GHG certificate schemes across Europe.
- Strategic outlook ahead of expected market shifts in November
- Germany’s GHG certificate scheme and its implications for HVO and EV sectors
- 10.00 - 10.40
Biomethane & GHG quotas: Navigating supply, policy, and market dynamics
- How will evolving GHG quota frameworks across Europe shape the future of biomethane blending and cross-border supply chains?
- With biomethane supply surging and investment slowing, what are the realistic pathways to secure long-term viability for biogas plants post-2031?
- How are shifting regulations and market uncertainties affecting financing, M&A activity, and investor confidence in biomethane infrastructure across Europe?
- 10.40 - 11.10
Morning coffee and networking
- 11.10 - 11.30
Unlocking the potential of Bio-LNG/CNG in European road transport
- What lessons can be drawn from Germany’s rapid bio-LNG adoption, and how can other European markets replicate this success through infrastructure and regulatory alignment?
- What regulatory and market levers are essential to unlock the full potential of bio-LNG and bio-CNG in long-haul and heavy-duty transport across Europe?
- With projections of up to 400,000 bio-LNG trucks by 2030, how can the industry ensure sustainable supply, avoid oversupply risks, and maintain competitive pricing?
E-FUELS AND HYDROGEN
- 11.30 - 12.10
E-fuels in the hydrogen economy – a drop in solution for transport decarbonization?
- How can e-fuels bridge the gap between current fossil-based transport fuels and future hydrogen-based systems, particularly in sectors like aviation and heavy-duty transport?
- What are the regulatory and subsidy frameworks across Europe—especially in Germany—that support the use of green hydrogen and e-fuels in refining and transport fuel blending?
- With growing realism around hydrogen deployment, how should refiners and policymakers prioritize e-fuels versus direct electrification in their decarbonization strategies?
- 12.10 - 13.10
Networking lunch
TRANSPORTATION, LOGISTICS, AND HDV’S
- 13.10 - 13.30
Hydrogen on the move: The future of HDVs and urban buses
- Is hydrogen a commercially viable alternative for heavy duty vehicles (HDV’s) and city buses, or is it still a niche solution?
- What infrastructure and policy frameworks are needed to scale hydrogen for heavy-duty transport?
- How are major OEMs and startups shaping the hydrogen vehicle market in Europe?
- 13.30 - 14.00
Fleet futures: Optimizing logistics and fuel strategies in a decarbonizing Europe
- How are logistics operators transitioning to alternative fuels such as HVO, biomethane, and electricity—and what operational trade-offs are involved?
- What role do policy and regulation play in accelerating low-carbon fuel adoption—and which incentives are still lacking?
- What are the practical challenges of managing mixed-fuel fleets (diesel, HVO, electric, biomethane) at scale?
- 14.00 - 14.20
Power shift: How are electric vehicles redefining the fuel landscape?
- How is the accelerating adoption of electric vehicles reshaping demand for traditional road fuels across Europe?
- What role do hybrid vehicles play in the transition period, and how can they be optimized to balance fuel efficiency with emissions reduction?
- How should fuel retailers and infrastructure providers adapt to support a mixed fleet of EVs, hybrids, and internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles?
- 14.20 - 14.25
Chairperson’s closing remarks
- 14.25
Close of conference