AESIEAP CEO Conference 2024
21 October 2024 - Monday
17:30 – 20:30 Registration and Welcome Reception
Welcome Reception at Clifford Pier, Fullerton Bay Hotel
Attire: Business Formal
The AESIEAP CEO Conference Welcome Reception is co-hosted with the SIEW Summit Reception, providing an exclusive networking opportunity for delegates. This reception is jointly organised by the Energy Market Authority of Singapore and SP Group, the host of AESIEAP CEO Conference 2024.
22 October 2024 - Tuesday
Venue: Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Level 3, Hibiscus Junior Ballroom
Attire: Business Formal
Speaker:
- Emcee, Event Organiser
Speaker:
- Mr. Stanley Huang, President of AESIEAP and Group CEO SP Group
Speaker:
- Mr. Xin Bao’an, AESIEAP Immediate Past President, President of China Electricity Council, Chairman Global Energy Interconnection Development and Cooperation
Speaker:
- Mr. Joseph Law Ka Chun, AESIEAP Vice President, Managing Director, CLP Power Hong Kong Limited
Speaker:
- Mr. Pang Xiaogang, President, State Grid Corporation of China
Session 1: Bridging power grids: Insights sharing on pathways to enhanced interconnectivity
This session explores global and regional strategies for enhancing power grid interconnectivity, featuring insights from utilities in Europe and the region. Focusing on power imports, long-distance transmission, and overcoming technical, financial and geopolitical challenges. The discussion will highlight collaborative approaches to achieving seamless cross-border connectivity. Key themes include integrating renewable-rich areas with high-demand regions, addressing renewable energy intermittency, and ensuring grid resiliency while aligning with regional climate goals.
Key discussion points:
- Lessons learned from European and regional utilities in enabling long-distance power imports and cross-border transmission.
- Overcoming political and regulatory barriers to achieve seamless global grid interconnectivity.
- Technical challenges and innovative solutions for enhancing cross-border power transmission infrastructure.
- The role of international collaboration in achieving resilient and sustainable global energy systems.
- Strategic insights on leveraging international expertise to address regional interconnectivity needs and opportunities.
Moderator:
- Dr Matthew Rowe, Director, Power Grids Asia-Pacific, DNV Singapore
Speakers:
- Datuk Ir. Megat Jalaluddin Bin Megat Hassan, President and Chief Executive Officer, Tenaga Nasional Berhad
- Mr. Didier Wiot, Chief Executive Officer, Elia Grid International
- Mr. Warsono Mustam Martono, Executive Vice President, Electricity System Planning, PT PLN (Persero)
Speaker:
- Dr Tan See Leng, Minister for Manpower and Second Minister for Trade and Industry, Republic of Singapore
Session 2: Collaborative Power: Industry synergy in enhancing grid connectivity
Session Details:
This panel discussion focuses on aligning stakeholders to enhance grid interconnectivity within the ASEAN region, with a specific emphasis on the perspective of power importers. This includes sharing of best practices and capabilities in power import, detailing experiences from leading industry players throughout the power import value chain. Additionally, the session will also cover the challenges they face and explore strategies to overcome these obstacles, emphasising the creation of a resilient and integrated ASEAN power grid.
Key discussion points:
- Effective strategies for power importers and utilities to enhance collaboration with regulators, transmission operators, and generation companies.
- Sharing successful strategies and technological advancements in the power import and utility sectors.
- Identifying and addressing technical, regulatory, and logistical obstacles in power import and grid interconnection.
- Addressing the intermittency challenges of renewable energy and ensuring mutual collaboration for grid resiliency.
Moderator:
- Mr. Brice Le Gallo, Vice President and Regional CEO, DNV Energy Systems Asia Pacific
Speakers:
- Mr. Frank Phuan, Business CEO, EDP Renewables APAC
- Mr. Ong Teng Koon, Managing Director, SP PowerInterconnect
- Ms. Janice Bong, Managing Director, Power & Renewables, Infrastructure Division, Keppel Energy Pte Ltd
- Mr. Eka Satria, President Director and Chief Executive Officer, Medco Power
- Mr. Dharma Djojonegoro, Chief Executive Officer, PT Adaro Power
Session 3: Financing the future: Insights on funding large-scale energy import projects
Session Details:
In this panel, financiers from private banks, development banks, and institutional investors will share insights on financing large-scale energy import projects. The discussion will cover the availability of capital for ambitious projects, commercial perspectives on financing, and the various mechanisms that can enable these high upfront capital ventures.
Key discussion points:
- Assessing the various funding for large-scale energy import projects, starting from private banks, development banks, and institutional investors.
- Understanding the financial viability and commercial considerations of funding high-capital energy import ventures vs early retirement of existing assets.
- Exploring different financing models and mechanisms to support large-scale energy import projects.
- Strategies for mitigating financial risks associated with large-scale energy imports.
Moderator:
- Mr. Narsingh Chaudhary, President, Asia Pacific and India, Black and Veatch
Speakers:
- Mr. Steve Kim, Head of Structured and Project Finance, OCBC
- Mr. Erik Becker, Regional Head, Infrastructure, South East Asia/Pacific, International Finance Corporation
- Mr. Jackie B Surtani, Regional Director, Singapore Office, Asia Development Bank
- Mr. Kelvin Wong, Head of Energy, Renewables and Infrastructure, DBS
- Mr. Christopher Ang, Group Head, Infrastructure and Project Finance, Group Investment Banking, United Overseas Bank Limited
Session 4: Revolutionising interconnectivity: OEM perspectives in overcoming technical challenges in regional power connectivity
Session Details:
This session covers a series of technical presentations that focus on the role of OEMs in enhancing regional power connectivity through revolutionary solutions. From subsea cable to control systems, this session delves into the specific technical challenges faced during power import and regional grid integration, and how OEMs are addressing these challenges with cutting-edge technologies and innovative practices.
Discussion points:
- Emerging trends and the future direction of OEM technologies in power connectivity
- Real-world examples of successful OEM-led projects enhancing regional connectivity
- Navigating regulatory challenges in regional power connectivity projects
- Evaluating the economic benefits and cost-effectiveness of new technologies implemented by OEMs
- Advances in subsea cable technology for improved durability and efficiency
- The role of modern control systems in enhancing grid stability and reliability
- Solutions for integrating renewable energy sources into regional grids
- Innovative practices and technologies to address technical obstacles in power import and grid integration
- Techniques for improving the resilience and reliability of interconnected power grids
- Strategies for fostering collaboration with utilities, regulators, and other stakeholders
Speakers:
- Mr. Venu Nuguri, MD & CEO, India & South Asia, Hitachi Energy
- Dr Jochen Kossmann, VP Grid Solutions Technical Sales, Siemens Energy
- Mr. Detlev Waimann, Chief Commercial Officer and Senior Vice President Projects Transmission Unit, Transmission, Prysmian
As part of the AESIEAP CEO Conference 2024 program, the exclusive dinner offers an opportunity for industry leaders and guests to network and engage in a formal and relaxed setting.
Attire: Business Casual
23 October 2024 - Wednesday
08:45 – 12:45 Technical site visit
SP’s District Cooling Plant at Marina Bay Sands
Attire: Smart casual, long pants and flat covered shoes
First tour begins at 09:00
Visit the world’s largest underground district cooling network, operated by SP Group. This sustainable cooling solution helps Singapore’s central district reduce close to 22,000 tonnes of carbon emissions annually. The visit will showcase how district cooling enhances energy efficiency, lowers costs, frees up space for alternative use and reduces carbon emissions for buildings that leverage the system. Please note that this visit is for pre-registered guests only, and the meeting point is located outside Unit L1-03 SO PHO at The Shoppes, Marina Bay Sands.
