Is hydrogen the new fuel source for the future?

Interest in hydrogen is burgeoning around the world, abetted by growing concern for the climate. 

New Zealand firms are involved in multiple trials of hydrogen technology, mostly aimed at testing its potential in heavy transport, but also long-term as an alternative to coal or natural gas in industrial processing.

Ports of Auckland (POAL) is building Auckland’s first hydrogen fuel production and refuelling plant, with hydrogen to be used in forklifts, cars, and potentially a bus. POAL is running the hydrogen pilot to test its suitability as a fuel for its straddle carriers and tugs.

Earlier this year, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) awarded Arup a six-month contract to help it deliver a hydrogen strategy for New Zealand.

Infrastructure NZ, together with our hosts Ports of Auckland (POAL), are delighted to invite you to hear Tony Gibson (CEO, POAL) and Rosie Mercer (General Manager - Sustainability, POAL) share how POAL is progressing with their hydrogen trials, and what this may mean for their future operations. Mark Pickup (Principal Policy Advisor, MBIE) will outline the Ministry’s view on hydrogen, and its potential to replace fossil fuels and gas emissions in domestic transport. Liz Halsted from Arup will provide an update on New Zealand’s hydrogen strategy and what this means for us all.

Networking and refreshments, along with an optional tour of the Ports of Auckland observation deck and the terminal control room will follow the presentations.

Please note, registration is limited to two representatives per organisation due to venue capacity constraints.

The Women’s Infrastructure Network (WIN) together with Tonkin and Taylor, are delighted to bring you a special evening, to be broadcast simultaneously across all the 7 WIN Chapters across the country, discussing ‘The Confidence Gap - Be a Yes Woman’.

Joining us in Auckland, international guest speaker Sue Stockdale will share her inspirational experiences in business and record breaking ski expeditions to the corners of the world. Her motivation, leadership skills, and adventures have encouraged people around the world to achieve both in and out of the workplace.

This night is too special to be shared with Aucklanders alone. Thanks to Tonkin and Taylor and our three other partners Northpower, Gallaway Cook Allen Lawyers and Beca and we will be broadcasting the event live in Northland, Hamilton, Wellington, Christchurch, Otago/Southland and Queenstown. Come join us at one of these locations to be part of this inaugural WIN nationwide event.    

Networking and refreshments will be provided by Tonkin + Taylor at their four offices, and Northpower, Gallaay Cook Allen Lawyers and Beca at their respective locations. We look forward to seeing you at this special nation-wide WIN evening.

The world we live in is changing faster, in more ways and more profoundly than ever before. Technology is driving the future development of transport systems globally. In the last few years, we have seen a rapid growth in new transport related technologies and business models - all with the potential to change the way people travel. These developments present challenges, but also offer new opportunities for innovation.

Infrastructure NZ, together with co-sponsors Beca and Uber, are delighted to invite you to learn about the Future of Mobility with:

• Bryn Gandy, Deputy Chief Executive from the Ministry of Transport, speaking on the Ministry’s work on the next 30 years of public transport in New Zealand
• Matt Ensor, Business Director – Advisory, Beca speaking on why new technology will drive changes in transport plans and investments
• Amanda Gilmore, NZ CEO of Uber, speaking on Uber’s goals to reduce private car ownership and be part of a better Auckland through partnering with local authorities on innovative first and last mile solutions and building out active modes like e-scooters and e-bikes
• Rob Berrill, Tribe Lead Physical Infrastructure, Spark and Dr Mahmood Hikmet, Head of Research and Development at Ohmio, speaking on 5G and what it means for the future of transport

Thanks to the sponsorship of Uber, each attendee will be provided with a promo code for a discounted Uber ride to the event. This will follow on registration.