World Hydrogen Summit & Exhibition 2026
Join us in May at the World Hydrogen Summit & Exhibition (WHS) in Rotterdam and meet the international hydrogen sector. WHS is your chance to expand your international network and explore global hydrogen opportunities. Visit the Netherlands Pavilion (NL Pavilion) and attend our free knowledge sessions and workshops.
Venue
Rotterdam Ahoy
VenueAhoyweg 10
3084 BA Rotterdam
NL
Attendee information
Attendee information- WHS consists of a conference (19-21 May), exhibition (20-21 May) and a government programme with knowledge sessions and workshops (19-21 May).
- On this page you can find information on the government programme, and register. Note: registration is mandatory.
- You can register for the conference (for a fee) and the exhibition (free of charge) through the WHS website.
Organiser
Organiser- Netherlands Enterprise Agency
- The Netherlands embassies abroad
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy
The World Hydrogen Summit & Exhibition (WHS) consists of 3 parts.
- The conference on 19, 20, and 21 May (3 days).
Register on the WHS website. - The exhibition itself will be on 20 and 21 May (2 days). You can visit the exhibition floor for free after registration.
Register on the WHS website. - The government’s knowledge sessions and workshops take place on 19, 20, and 21 May. We offer a free programme every day: you can choose which session or workshop you want to attend. You can find the programme below.
The Netherlands and green hydrogen
The Netherlands plays a leading role in developing the international hydrogen sector.
- Our ports and infrastructure are important hubs for the rest of Europe.
- Additionally, Dutch hydrogen companies have a good reputation. These companies translate innovative ideas for the hydrogen transition into achievable solutions. The companies present these solutions to an international audience at WHS.
World Hydrogen Summit & Exhibition
You will meet international hydrogen companies and organisations at the exhibition. Political leaders and governments from all over the world will also attend the conference in Rotterdam. Many countries will have a pavilion at the summit, among them our NL Pavilion.
Curious about which Dutch startups and scale-ups are part of the NL Pavilion? Please follow Platform Waterstof Internationaal’s LinkedIn page to get the latest information.
Visit the NL Pavilion
Stop by the NL Pavilion on 20 and 21 May and:
- meet with the Dutch government’s hydrogen experts;
- get to know innovative Dutch startups and scale-ups, and find out how they contribute to the global hydrogen transition;
- talk to representatives of the public-private partnership Platform Waterstof Internationaal about international hydrogen opportunities;
- scan the extensive hydrogen map to get an understanding of the Dutch and international hydrogen infrastructure.
Remember to also attend our network gathering at the NL Pavilion. This event will take place on 20 May from 16:00 to 18:00 (CEST).
An impression of the NL Pavilion at WHS 2025
Free knowledge sessions and workshops
The Dutch government organises free knowledge sessions, workshops and various other events at WHS.
Browse the programme below and register. Note: registration is required for all sessions and workshops.
Register for 1 or more sessions/workshops
Tuesday, 19 May
This session builds on the 2025 dialogue on hydrogen carriers and focuses on turning bilateral MoUs between the Netherlands and Gulf countries into concrete green hydrogen corridors.
With participation from government and industry leaders, it explores how initiatives such as Program NoorBridge can accelerate joint research, pilot projects and infrastructure development.
The session will showcase strategic alignment among Oman, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and the Netherlands, review recent Gulf and hydrogen sector developments, and address scaling up and financing future hydrogen value chains.
Time and location
This session takes place on Tuesday, 19 May, from 11:00 to 12:30 CEST at Dock 15.
Register
Register for free using the button above.
Wednesday, 20 May
Chile is rapidly becoming a global champion in green hydrogen, thanks to world-class solar and wind resources and dynamic private-public teamwork. On track to become a large-scale exporter, Chile boasts competitive production, forward-thinking policies, and access to more than 65 international markets.
This exciting session, brought to you by PIB 'Chile – The Green Energy Corridor Chile–Netherlands programme' invites the Chilean delegation and Dutch innovation and industry leaders to connect, explore dynamic collaboration, and discover how the Netherlands serves as Europe’s vital energy gateway.
Join us to explore partnerships and shape the future of green hydrogen between Chile and the Netherlands.
Time and location
This session takes place on Wednesday, 20 May, from 8:30 to 10:00 CEST at Dock 15.
Register
Register for free via the button above.
Research institutes and companies worldwide use models to assess the costs and emissions of transporting hydrogen and compare transport options and exporting regions. However, existing models show significant differences.
Task 50 of the IEA Hydrogen Technology Collaboration Programme compares modelling approaches from various institutes to improve international consistency. With input from industry partners, we will conduct a joint analysis to provide policy advice and identify cost-reduction opportunities.
In this session, we will present the intermediate results of Task 50, which is due to finish at the end of 2026.
Time and location
This session takes place on Wednesday, 20 May, from 16:15 to 17:30 CEST at Dock 15.
Register
Register for free via the button above.
Curious about how hydrogen companies can grow successfully and compete internationally? In this session, female founders and leaders from across the hydrogen value chain share their routes to growth. From finding the right business model to securing finance, entering new markets, and moving from startup to scale-up. They will share their success stories, highlighting key turning points, setbacks encountered along the way, and how they were overcome. The session offers useful insights for anyone looking to grow a hydrogen business or explore international opportunities.
Time and location
This session takes place on Wednesday, 20 May, from 14:30 to 15:45 CEST at Dock 15.
Register
Register for free via the button above.
Thursday, 21 May
This session demonstrates why the Netherlands can become a global leader in electrolyser equipment manufacturing.
We will take you on a journey from the smallest to the largest electrolyser developed in the Netherlands.
For instance, we will talk about the VDL Hydrogen Systems and Battolyser merger. This merger created a strong and unified identity that brought together all the key competencies required to become a world-class electrolyser manufacturer.
At the same time, Zero Emission Fuel has been developing a compact electrolyser that is capable of producing hydrogen at € 1.50 – € 2 per kilogram. This solution is ideally suited for sunny, off-grid locations, such as those directly connected to solar farms.
Together, these innovations showcase the full spectrum of Dutch electrolyser technologies and make this session highly relevant to the World Hydrogen Summit programme.
Time and location
This session takes place on Thursday, 21 May, from 9:30 to 10:30 CEST at Dock 15.
Register
Register for free via the button above.
This workshop focuses on the creation of hydrogen import corridors. Liquid hydrogen (LH2) will be explored as a carrier for transporting, storing, and delivering hydrogen to end users.
To start, the workshop will compare the costs of hydrogen carriers and highlight the role of LH2 within this portfolio.
Following this, experts will present the current status of LH2 technology, including production and transportation.
In the second part, building on these insights, a panel of experts will discuss what is needed to unlock LH2's potential.
To conclude the workshop, we will offer a lunch to participants with networking opportunities for technology suppliers to present their products or services.
Time and location
This session takes place on Thursday, 21 May, from 11:15 to 12:45 CEST at Dock 1.
Register
Register for free via the button above.
This side event brings together European and Latin American stakeholders to create impactful partnerships and advance actionable strategies for the growth of renewable hydrogen markets.
The event focuses on:
- building local and regional demand;
- accelerating supply;
- developing international value chains;
- decarbonising energy-intensive sectors.
Panel discussions, country presentations, thematic breakout sessions, and targeted networking opportunities drive tangible outcomes throughout the programme.
The Netherlands Embassies in Latin America and the H2Uppp programme of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs & Energy (BMWE) organise this event. GIZ implements it, collaborating with the World Bank and the Inter-American Development Bank.
Time and location
This session takes place on Thursday, 21 May, from 14:00 to 17:00 CEST at Dock 1.
Register
Register for free via the button above.
This workshop connects Canadian and Dutch experts to exchange knowledge on carbon capture and storage (CCS), transport quality and policy.
The workshop aims to:
- share experiences on CO₂ transport quality standards, technical requirements, and regulatory frameworks;
- compare Canadian and Dutch approaches to CCS;
- identify best practices for CCS transport quality;
- strengthen knowledge sharing to advance CCS as a key tool in the energy transition.
Representatives from both countries, including Gasunie and NRCan, will present their perspectives and lessons learned.
Time and location
This session takes place on Thursday, 21 May, from 15:30 to 17:00 CEST at Dock 14.
Register
Register for free via the button above.
Fees
Attending the Dutch government’s knowledge sessions and workshops is free of charge. Please remember to register first.
You can also attend WHS’s conference programme on 19 May. This involves certain fees. Please visit the WHS website for more information.
You can visit the World Hydrogen Summit & Exhibition free of charge on 20 and 21 May. Please remember to register first through the WHS website.
More information
Platform Waterstof Internationaal (PWI) provides you with the latest developments, research and business opportunities in the international hydrogen sector. Stay informed! Sign up for PWI’s newsletter or follow PWI on LinkedIn.
"Would you like to know more about how the Dutch government can support you with international business in the hydrogen sector? Come and visit us at the NL Pavilion on 20 and 21 May. My fellow ICEP advisors and I will be happy to answer your questions."
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy
