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EIC Podcasts
by EIC (Energy Industries Council)
EIC Podcasts brings together all audio series produced by the Energy Industries Council, including EIC Clearly , Survive & Thrive, Energy Focus and more. Hear in-depth conversations with energy leaders, policy experts, and innovators on the latest trends, challenges, and strategies shaping the global energy supply chain. From growth stories to market insights, this is your gateway to the voices driving the future of energy.
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From Google and Rio Tinto to ET Fuels Founder: Lara Naqushbandi
In this episode. Our host, Stuart Broadley, is joined by Lara Naqushbandi, Founder and CEO of ET Fuels, for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of e-fuels and the growing opportunity to decarbonise some of the world's hardest-to-abate sectors.Drawing on her experience in senior leadership roles at Rio Tinto and Google, Lara reflects on the journey from global corporate executive to clean energy entrepreneur. She shares the rationale behind founding ET Fuels and explains why she believes synthetic fuels will become an essential part of the energy transition, particularly for shipping and aviation, where electrification remains challenging.The discussion explores the powerful market drivers behind e-fuels, including European maritime and aviation regulations, growing demand from global transport operators, and the increasing importance of energy security. Lara explains how compliance frameworks are creating clear commercial incentives for low-carbon fuels, why demand is expected to outstrip supply for years to come, and how long-term offtake agreements are helping unlock investment in new production capacity.Lara also provides a candid look at the realities of developing first-of-a-kind energy projects. From securing renewable feedstocks and navigating permitting processes to completing engineering studies and preparing for final investment decisions, she explains why successful projects are built on disciplined execution rather than regulatory speculation. The conversation examines ET Fuels' projects in Texas and the UK, and the milestones that could help bring commercial-scale e-methanol and sustainable aviation fuel production to market.At the heart of the discussion is a broader question facing the energy sector: how can industry, investors, and policymakers work together to accelerate the deployment of scalable low-carbon fuels? For Lara, the answer lies in consistent policy, robust project fundamentals, and the determination to keep building through uncertainty.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected], engineered, and promoted by: Samara Bernardo, Lucas Almeida, João Otero, Isabella Costa, Laura Carvalho, and Clara Machado.
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How To Succeed In The Japan Energy Market: Richard Lyle, Intralink, BCC Japan
In this episode. Our host, Stuart Broadley, is joined by Richard Lyle, Director at Intralink and President of the British Chamber of Commerce in Japan, for a wide-ranging conversation on international business, energy innovation, and the opportunities emerging from the UK–Japan relationship.Having spent decades living and working in Japan, Richard shares unique insights into one of the world's most sophisticated and relationship-driven markets. Drawing on his experience supporting international companies entering Asia, he reflects on the importance of trust, patience, and cultural understanding in building successful long-term business partnerships.The discussion explores Japan's evolving energy landscape, including opportunities in offshore wind, hydrogen, nuclear power, carbon capture, and advanced manufacturing. Richard explains how Japan's commitment to innovation, engineering excellence, and long-term strategic planning continues to create opportunities for international companies seeking to participate in the country's energy transition.Stuart and Richard also examine the broader UK–Japan relationship, the role of trade and investment in strengthening international collaboration, and the practical realities companies face when expanding into new markets. From identifying the right local partners to building teams and establishing credibility, Richard offers valuable lessons for businesses looking to succeed in Japan and across the wider Asia-Pacific region.At the heart of the conversation is a simple but powerful theme: lasting success in international business is built on relationships. In a world increasingly shaped by geopolitical change and technological disruption, Richard explains why trust, local knowledge, and long-term commitment remain the foundations of sustainable growth.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected], engineered, and promoted by: Samara Bernardo, Lucas Almeida, João Otero, Isabella Costa, Laura Carvalho, and Clara Machado.
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Building Britain’s Electricity Superhighway: Ricky Saez, SSEN Transmission
In this episode.Our host, Stuart Broadley, is joined by Ricky Saez, Programme and Project Services Director as well as Eastern Green Link Project Director, at SSEN Transmission, for an in-depth conversation on one of the UK’s most ambitious and strategically important infrastructure projects.Drawing on a career spanning major energy developments and large-scale project delivery, Ricky provides a behind-the-scenes look at the challenge of building the high-voltage transmission network needed to connect Britain’s growing renewable energy capacity with homes and businesses across the country. The discussion explores the scale and complexity of the Eastern Green Link projects, from subsea HVDC technology and global supply chains to regulatory frameworks, workforce planning, and multibillion-pound investment decisions.Ricky reflects on the difficult choices facing policymakers, regulators, and industry leaders as they seek to balance affordability, energy security, and decarbonisation. The Eastern Green Link (EGL) programme is a series of multi-billion-pound subsea "electricity superhighways" that carry renewable wind energy from Scotland to high-demand areas in England. The conversation examines the role of transmission infrastructure in reducing curtailment costs and the importance of maintaining long-term policy stability to attract international investment and supply chain capacity.The episode also offers valuable insights into leadership under pressure. Ricky shares his approach to building high-performing teams, creating psychologically safe working environments, and managing the uncertainty that comes with delivering first-of-a-kind projects at unprecedented scale.At the heart of the discussion is a simple but critical question: can the UK deliver the grid infrastructure required to unlock a cleaner, more secure, and more affordable energy future? For Ricky and his team, the answer depends on collaboration, consistency, and the successful delivery of projects that will shape Britain’s energy system for decades to come.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected], engineered, and promoted by: Samara Bernardo, Lucas Almeida, João Otero, Isabella Costa, Laura Carvalho, and Clara Machado.
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Amisha Patel: Big Ambition At Global Offshore Wind Alliance
In this episodeOur host, Stuart Broadley, is joined by Amisha Patel, Executive Director of the Global Offshore Wind Alliance (GOWA), for a wide-ranging conversation on the evolving future of offshore wind and the geopolitical forces reshaping the global energy transition.Drawing on her experience leading international collaboration across governments, industry, and multilateral organisations, Amisha reflects on the challenges facing offshore wind as the sector navigates inflationary pressures, supply chain disruption, political uncertainty, and changing energy security priorities. The discussion explores the growing tension between affordability, decarbonisation, and national sovereignty, alongside the increasing importance of regional interconnection and cross-border energy collaboration.Amisha also shares candid insights into the realities of building international alliances in a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape, the critical role of floating offshore wind in emerging markets, and why adapting financial models and policy frameworks will be essential to sustaining long-term sector growth.Beyond the energy transition itself, the episode explores leadership, team culture, and the evolving role of women in global energy leadership. Reflecting on collaboration, resilience, and credibility in high-pressure environments, Amisha discusses the importance of empowering teams, embracing honesty in leadership, and navigating industries still shaped by traditional expectations.At the heart of the conversation is a broader question facing the global energy sector: how can offshore wind continue scaling fast enough to meet climate and energy security goals while adapting to an increasingly fragmented and politically complex world?What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected] Produced, engineered, and promoted by: Samara Bernardo, Lucas Almeida, João Otero, Isabella Costa, Laura Carvalho, and Clara Machado.
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ADIPEC, Convening The Future Of Energy: Geoff Dickinson, CEO of DMG Events
In this episodeOur host, Stuart Broadley, is joined by Geoff Dickinson, CEO of DMG Events, for an in-depth conversation on the evolution of ADIPEC into the world’s largest energy event.Drawing on more than 15 years of leadership at DMG, Geoff reflects on how a regional oil and gas exhibition was transformed into a global, all-energy platform attracting over 200,000 attendees. He shares insights into the vision, risk-taking, and long-term investment required to scale events at this level, as well as the critical role of partnerships, particularly with ADNOC and Dr Sultan Al Jaber, in shaping ADIPEC’s global influence.The discussion explores how content, collaboration, and customer experience have become central to success, alongside the growing importance of themes such as AI, energy security, and the integration of traditional and new energy systems. Geoff also offers a candid view on the challenges of keeping large-scale events relevant in a rapidly evolving industry, the balance between commercial returns and reinvestment, and what it takes to consistently deliver value for exhibitors and attendees.At the heart of the conversation is a broader lesson on leadership and innovation—how to build high-performing teams, think long-term, and continuously reinvent a global platform in step with the energy transition.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultLearn more about ADIPECLearn more about our Global Platinum Partner, Lloyd's RegisterListen to the Dr Sultan Al Jaber Talk for Atlantic CouncilContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected] Produced, engineered, and promoted by: Samara Bernardo, Lucas Almeida, João Otero, Isabella Costa, Laura Carvalho, and Clara Machado.
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High Ambition At New “National Energy Centre”, UNITEN, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
In This Episode. Our host, Stuart Broadley, is joined by Professor Ir. Dr. Khairul Salleh Bin Mohamed Sahari, Vice-Chancellor of Universiti Tenaga Nasional, Professor Ir. Dr. Vigna Kumaran A/L Ramachandaramurthy, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Innovation), and Professor Emeritus Dato’ Dr. Halimah Badioze Zaman, Holder of the Tan Sri Leo Moggie Distinguished Chair in Energy Informatics and Advisor to the National Energy Centre (NEC), for a wide-ranging conversation on Malaysia’s energy future and the country’s ambition to become a regional leader in the energy transition.Broadcast from the newly established NEC headquarters in Kuala Lumpur, the discussion explores how Malaysia is balancing rising electricity demand, rapid digitalisation, and net-zero ambitions while maintaining one of Southeast Asia’s most reliable and affordable power systems. The panel examines the country’s transition away from coal, the growing role of solar, battery storage, and nuclear, and the immense infrastructure challenge posed by the rapid expansion of AI-driven data centres.The conversation also highlights the NEC’s role as a bridge between academia, industry, and government policy. From grid resilience and smart cities to energy storage, AI integration, and nuclear talent development, the episode explores how Malaysia is building the research, workforce, and innovation ecosystem required to support the next generation of energy technologies.At the heart of the discussion is a broader ambition: transforming Malaysia from a technology adopter into a global energy technology developer. Stuart and the NEC leadership reflect on the importance of regional collaboration through the ASEAN power grid, the need for long-term industrial partnerships, and why inspiration, perseverance, and cross-disciplinary talent will define the success of the energy transition in the decades ahead.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected], engineered, and promoted by: Samara Bernardo, Lucas Almeida, João Otero, Isabella Costa, Laura Carvalho, and Clara Machado.
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China Is Open For Business: Sabrina Cheng, IntelliS
In this episode Stuart Broadley sits down with Sabrina Cheng, founder and CEO of IntelliS, to explore her journey from starting up her business in China, to creating an international business connecting global energy companies with China’s vast industrial supply chain.The conversation examines China’s growing role in global energy infrastructure, from offshore fabrication and EPC contracting to renewable energy, electrification, and AI-driven industrial growth. Sabrina shares insights into how Chinese supply chains support projects across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and South America—and why trust, cultural understanding, and local relationships remain fundamental to successful international business.Stuart and Sabrina also discuss the realities of doing business in China, the challenges foreign companies face entering the market, and the importance of local decision-making in a rapidly changing commercial environment. Alongside reflections on leadership, entrepreneurship, and philanthropy, the episode explores UK–China trade relations, the future of global energy investment, and China’s long-term strategic approach to economic transformation.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected] Produced, engineered, and promoted by: Samara Bernardo, Lucas Almeida, João Otero, Isabella Costa, Laura Carvalho, and Clara Machado.
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The Power of Market Intelligence: 25 Years of EIC DataStream
In this episode Our host, Stuart Broadley, is joined by Neil Golding, EIC’s Director of Market Intelligence, and Bob Gear, Head of Information Systems, for a fascinating look at the evolution of market intelligence and the story behind one of the energy industry’s most trusted data platforms: EIC DataStream.Marking twenty-five years since the launch of the original projects database, the conversation traces the journey from printed reports and manual data collection to today’s globally integrated market intelligence ecosystem covering more than 17,000 projects and 50,000 operational assets across the energy sector.Neil and Bob reflect on the early days of digitisation, the ambitious internal projects that shaped DataStream’s evolution, and the lessons learned from scaling a global data platform. From “Project Crossbow” and the infamous “God Plan” to the rise of APIs, agile development, and AI-assisted analytics, the episode offers a rare behind-the-scenes perspective on how technology, people, and persistence transformed EIC’s information services into a core strategic tool for the global energy supply chain.The discussion also explores the growing importance of accurate, forward-looking market intelligence in a volatile energy landscape. From tracking final investment decisions across oil, gas, renewables, hydrogen, and carbon capture to supporting government policy and industry advocacy, Stuart, Neil, and Bob examine how data is shaping investment decisions, supply chain strategy, and the future direction of the energy transition.At the heart of the episode is a broader reflection on trust, innovation, and the role of high-quality intelligence in helping companies navigate one of the most complex industrial transformations in modern history.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected] Produced, engineered, and promoted by: Samara Bernardo, Lucas Almeida, João Otero, Isabella Costa, Laura Carvalho, and Clara Machado.
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Secrets To Life Extension For Aging Offshore Energy Assets: Lloyd’s Register
In this episode. Our host, Stuart Broadley, is joined by Anna Apostolopoulou, Chris Thornton, and Karen Cowie from Lloyd’s Register for an in-depth discussion on one of the energy industry’s most pressing operational challenges: extending the life of aging offshore assets.Focusing on floating production systems, offshore platforms, and critical topside infrastructure, the conversation explores how operators are balancing safety, reliability, cost discipline, and energy security in an increasingly uncertain market. Drawing on decades of engineering and operational experience, the panel explains how life extension decisions are made from structural fatigue analysis and digital twin modelling to maintenance optimization, remote inspections, and long-term investment planning.The discussion also examines the growing role of digital technologies, including robotics, remote diagnostics, predictive maintenance, and automation, as operators seek to reduce operational risk while maximizing asset value. At the same time, the episode highlights the very human side of life extension: workforce engagement, knowledge retention, leadership, and the challenge of preparing aging assets for a more digital future.At the heart of the conversation is a broader question facing the global energy sector: how can companies safely and responsibly adapt existing infrastructure to meet evolving operational, financial, and environmental demands while supporting the transition to future-ready energy systems?What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected] Produced, engineered, and promoted by: Samara Bernardo, Lucas Almeida, João Otero, Isabella Costa, Laura Carvalho, and Clara Machado.
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Clean Power At World’s 2nd Highest Tidal Range: Aidan Clegg, West Somerset Lagoon
In this episode. Our host, Stuart Broadley, is joined by Aidan Clegg, CEO of the West Somerset Lagoon project, for an in-depth conversation on one of the UK’s most ambitious renewable energy proposals.At the heart of the discussion is the vision for a £11 billion tidal lagoon in the Bristol Channel designed to harness one of the world’s largest tidal ranges to generate predictable, zero-carbon electricity for up to two million homes. Drawing on his background in investment banking and project finance, Aidan explains why scale is essential to making tidal range energy commercially viable and how the project could reshape the UK’s approach to energy security, affordability, and industrial strategy.The conversation explores the realities of financing first-of-a-kind infrastructure, the role of the regulatory asset base model, and the challenge of securing government backing for emerging technologies. Aidan also discusses environmental considerations, supply chain opportunities, and the long-term economic impact the project could have on Somerset, South Wales, and the wider UK economy.Beyond power generation, the episode examines tidal energy’s unique advantage: predictability. From grid stability and storage integration to manufacturing opportunities and regional regeneration, Stuart and Aidan explore whether tidal lagoons could become a defining part of Britain’s future energy mix.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected] Produced, engineered, and promoted by: Samara Bernardo, Lucas Almeida, João Otero, Isabella Costa, Laura Carvalho, and Clara Machado.
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Green Volt Floating Offshore Wind Farm: Matt Green, Flotation Energy
In this episode. Our host, Stuart Broadley, is joined by Matt Green, Project Director for the Green Volt floating offshore wind project, for an in-depth discussion on what it takes to deliver the UK’s first commercial-scale floating wind farm.Green Volt is being developed by Flotation Energy and Vårgrønn, a 560 MW floating windfarm off the East Coast of Scotland and is set to become the world’s largest commercial-scale floating offshore windfarm.Drawing on a career spanning offshore oil and gas, subsea infrastructure, offshore wind, and project finance, Matt reflects on the evolution of the industry—from early offshore engineering projects in the North Sea to helping establish Taiwan’s offshore wind market and now leading one of the UK’s most strategically significant renewable energy developments.The conversation explores the immense technical and financial complexity behind floating offshore wind, including turbine selection, port infrastructure, supply chain readiness, grid connectivity, and the challenge of securing final investment decision for a true first-of-a-kind project. Matt also shares insights into the growing debate around European versus Chinese turbine suppliers, balancing commercial realities with energy security, public policy, and long-term industrial strategy.At the heart of the discussion is Scotland’s opportunity to become a global leader in floating offshore wind. From repurposing oil and gas expertise to creating thousands of jobs across the supply chain, Matt explains why projects like Green Volt are about far more than renewable power generation—they are test cases for the future of industrial transition and large-scale clean energy deployment.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected] Produced, engineered, and promoted by: Samara Bernardo, Lucas Almeida, João Otero, Isabella Costa, Laura Carvalho, and Clara Machado.
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World’s First Floating Ammonia-To-Hydrogen Cracker: Olu Baptist, Sterling Thermal Technologies
In this episode. Stuart Broadley is joined by Olu Baptist, COO of Sterling Thermal Technology to discuss how decades of engineering expertise are being applied to one of the energy transition’s toughest problems: scaling hydrogen.From designing high-performance heat exchangers to enabling the world’s first floating hydrogen to ammonia cracker, Olu shares how Sterling is translating complex customer visions into real-world solutions. The conversation highlights the importance of trust, track record, and technical excellence when delivering first-of-a-kind projects.They also explore the wider energy landscape—from the slow progress of hydrogen investments to the resurgence of nuclear and the growing role of SMEs in delivering critical infrastructure. At its core, this episode is about turning bold ideas into bankable, buildable reality.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected] Produced, engineered, and promoted by: Samara Bernardo, Lucas Almeida, João Otero, Isabella Costa, Laura Carvalho, and Clara Machado.
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Reinvention, Reflection, 2026 As A Reset Year: The Rt Hon Greg Hands
In this episode. One year on from his first appearance, Greg Hands returns to EIC Clearly to unpack what has changed—and what hasn’t—across energy, politics, and global markets.Now working across Europe in the private sector after decades in government, most notably now as Strategic Adviser to Daniel Křetínský & the Energetický a průmyslový (EP) Group, Greg reflects on personal reinvention, the realities of investment decision-making, and how geopolitical awareness shapes energy strategy today.From the slowing pace of the energy transition to rising electricity costs and grid constraints, the episode examines the growing tension between ambition and affordability. The conversation also tackles the UK’s position in a competitive global landscape, investor sentiment, and why confidence in Britain may be stronger abroad than at home.Looking outward, Greg shares his perspective on the shifting global order—from US trade policy to China’s industrial scale—and what it all means for energy companies planning their next move.Greg Hands Biography from gov.ukThe Rt Hon Greg Hands was Minister of State for Trade Policy in the Department for Business and Trade, and Minister for London, between 13 November 2023 and 5 July 2024.He was previously Minister without Portfolio at the Cabinet Office between 7 February 2023 and 13 November 2023.He was also Minister of State at the Department for International Trade between 9 October 2022 and 7 February 2023, and a Minister of State at the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy between 16 September 2021 and 7 September 2022.He was also Minister of State for Trade Policy in the Department for International Trade (DIT) from 13 February 2020 to 15 September 2021 and Minister of State in the Department for International Trade from 2016 to 2018. He was elected the Conservative MP for Hammersmith and Fulham in 2005, and for Chelsea and Fulham in 2010.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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Powering Europe's Energy Transition: Franziska Weiss, Siemens Energy
In this episode Our host Stuart Broadley, CEO of the Energy Industries Council, is joined by Franziska Weiss, Vice President Transformation & Technical Functions for Transformation of Industry at Siemens Energy.The podcast explores how Siemens Energy is navigating a rapidly changing energy landscape, where electrification, data centres, and energy security are driving unprecedented demand for power. Franziska shares perspectives on the company’s expanding backlog, the need to scale manufacturing and supply chains, and the growing importance of gas turbines and grid infrastructure in maintaining system stability alongside renewables.The discussion also looks at Europe’s evolving energy priorities, from grid modernisation and cross-border collaboration to policy certainty and industrial competitiveness. The conversation highlights the challenges of workforce shortages, the role of standardisation in accelerating deployment, and why delivering a reliable, affordable, and low-carbon energy system will require speed, coordination, and long-term investment.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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DHL with Martyn Lawns: Growth & New Energy At World’s Largest Logistics Company
In this episodeOur host, Stuart Broadley, is joined by Martyn Lawns, CEO of Industrial Projects and Senior Vice President Growth for New Energy at DHL, for a wide-ranging conversation on global trade, logistics, and the evolving energy landscape.Drawing on his background in mining and procurement before joining DHL, Martyn shares insights into how one of the world’s largest logistics companies operates as a real-time barometer of global economic health. The discussion explores the growing complexity of supply chains, the impact of tariffs and geopolitical disruption, and how DHL is helping customers navigate uncertainty through flexibility, scale, and innovation.Martyn also offers a deep dive into the logistics behind the energy transition, from transporting offshore wind components and battery storage systems to enabling new infrastructure across renewables, mining, and data centres. He reflects on the challenges of decarbonizing a global logistics business, the role of sustainable aviation fuel and electrification, and why customer demand is increasingly driving the shift to lower-emission solutions.At the heart of the conversation is transformation: how digitalization, automation, and changing workforce dynamics are reshaping logistics, and what it takes to lead a global business through constant disruption while continuing to grow in both traditional and emerging energy markets.Please note this podcast was recorded before the 2026 Iran war.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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Championing Malaysia’s Oil & Gas Supply Chain: MOGSC President, Syed Saggaf
In this episode Stuart Broadley is joined in Kuala Lumpur by Syed Saggaf, Regional Director at the EIC and outgoing President of the Malaysian Oil, Gas and Energy Services Council (MOGSC).Syed shares insights from his tenure leading MOGSC, one of Malaysia’s most influential industry associations, representing over 600 companies and a workforce of around 100,000 across the energy supply chain. The conversation explores MOGSC’s role in strengthening industry collaboration, raising the profile of local companies, and supporting growth across oil, gas, and the broader energy sector.This episode offers a unique perspective on the Malaysian energy landscape, the importance of industry bodies in shaping policy and Petronas’ relationship with its supply chain opportunity, and the evolving role of the supply chain in a changing global energy market.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultLearn more about MOGSCContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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Electric Heating and the Electrification Hypertrend: Davide De Silvio, Masterwatt
In this episode Stuart Broadley is joined by Davide De Silvio, Global Commercial Director at Masterwatt, to explore the growing role of electric heating in a rapidly electrifying world.With over 40 years of expertise, Masterwatt sits at the intersection of industrial process heating and the global push for decarbonisation. Davide explains how electric heating technologies improve efficiency, reduce energy losses, and enhance energy security, making them increasingly critical across industries.The conversation dives into how customized heating solutions are applied across oil & gas, industrial processes, and emerging sectors like data centers. Davide also shares how electrification is reshaping customer demands, driving innovation, and creating new opportunities for companies positioned in the right niche at the right time.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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The Everest of Net Zero: Aled Rowlands on NESO’s Strategy for 2050
In this episode Our host, Stuart Broadley, is joined by Aled Rowlands, Head of Engagement - Strategic Energy and Wales, for NESO (the UK’s National Energy System Operator), for a wide-ranging conversation on the evolution of the UK’s energy landscape.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultNESO Strategic PlanningContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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From Management Buyout to 50x Growth: Andrew Bennion, CEO AIS
In this episode Our host Stuart Broadley sits down with Andrew Bennion, CEO and co-founder of AIS, to unpack a remarkable scale-up story. From a small carve-out business to a global engineering leader, AIS has achieved 50x revenue growth in just 17 years.Andrew shares how a focus on niche markets, continuous product development, and disciplined acquisitions powered that growth—even through oil price crashes and COVID. The conversation explores how AIS built a competitive edge in materials science, why geographic expansion proved critical, and how the company consistently turned technical challenges into commercial opportunities.They also discuss the realities of operating across oil & gas and energy transition markets, the differences in margins and risk, and what it takes to sustain high growth in a volatile global energy landscape.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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How To Transition An Oil Capital: Maggie McGinlay, CEO of ETZ, Aberdeen
In this episode Our host, Stuart Broadley, is joined by Maggie McGinlay, CEO of ETZ Ltd, for a candid and timely conversation on the realities of the energy transition in one of the world’s most important energy regions.Drawing on her experience across Scottish Enterprise and now leading the Energy Transition Zone in Aberdeen, Maggie reflects on the lessons from building successful industry clusters and how they apply to today’s energy challenges.The discussion explores the tension between policy and investment, the slow pace of offshore wind development, and the growing risk of losing critical skills and supply chain capability. Maggie shares firsthand insight into how uncertainty is impacting businesses, why private sector leadership has historically driven change, and what’s different about today’s policy-driven crisis.At the heart of the conversation is a pressing question: how can governments and industry work together to deliver a truly managed energy transition—one that protects jobs, enables investment, and secures the UK’s energy future?What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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Connect Berlin: Building UK-Germany Bridges, Addressing Transition & Cost Challenges
In this episode Recorded in Berlin at the EIC Connect event, hosted at the British Embassy, this episode brings together senior stakeholders from across the German energy ecosystem to discuss the realities of the German energy sector, and the respective opportunities and challenges.Host Stuart Broadley, CEO of the EIC, is joined by Natalie Toms (FCDO), Stefan Peikert (British Chamber of Commerce in Germany), Heiko Staubitz (Germany Trade & Invest, Berlin), Tim Bruns (OGE - Open Grid Europe), Pim van Keep (Capturi SLB), Marek Drywa (Worley) and Johannes Saade (Bertling). Together, they share perspectives from government, industry and trade agencies, on the key factors shaping affordability, competitiveness, and the energy transition.The conversation examines how the Kensington Treaty is influencing long-term cooperation on energy, climate, and investment, alongside Germany’s evolving approach to foreign direct investment, the strategic importance of the North Sea, and the growing role of data centres, hydrogen, and carbon capture in driving demand.The episode also dives into the practical challenges of delivering the energy transition—from building hydrogen core networks and CO₂ transport corridors to overcoming regulatory and financing barriers. With insights on high energy costs, industrial competitiveness, and the future of gas supply in a shifting geopolitical landscape, this discussion offers a grounded view of how ambition is translating into action across Europe’s largest energy markets.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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From Prime Minister’s Office to ABL CEO: Hege Marie Norheim
In this episode Our host, Stuart Broadley, is joined by Hege Marie Norheim, CEO of ABL Group, for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, geopolitics, and the evolving realities of the global energy market.Drawing on her experience advising Norwegian prime ministers, serving in the Ministry of Finance, and leading sustainability strategy at Equinor, Hege reflects on the intersection of politics and business and the growing tension between energy security, affordability, and decarbonization.The discussion explores the impact of offshore wind slowdowns, oil and gas market volatility, supply chain dependence on China, and the unintended consequences of industrial policy shifts. Hege also shares candid insights on scaling a battery start-up in a highly competitive global market, lessons from failure, and why agility and capital discipline now define successful energy businesses.At the heart of the conversation is leadership: how to make high-quality decisions in uncertain times, why diversity of thought strengthens strategy, and what it takes to guide a global consultancy through choppy markets while rebuilding investor confidence.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultIMO's Net Zero FrameworkContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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UK's Oil & Gas Dilemma: Russell Borthwick, Aberdeen Grampian Chamber of Commerce
In this episode Our host Stuart Broadley welcomes Russell Borthwick, CEO of the Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce (AGCC), for a deep dive into the economic "storm" currently facing the energy capital of Europe. Following AGCC’s recognition as the UK Chamber of Commerce of the Year, Russell shares why he has become a vocal advocate against policies he believes are over-accelerating the decline of the North Sea.Stuart and Russell explore the "self-made challenge" of current UK energy policy, contrasting it with the approach of peer nations like Norway, where the industry remains a celebrated pillar of national wealth. They discuss the North Sea Transition Task Force and the urgent call for an independent body—similar to the Bank of England—to set long-term energy strategy above the fray of short-term political cycles.The conversation pulls no punches on the human and economic cost of the transition. From the loss of a "Grangemouth per fortnight" in jobs to the "crisis of confidence" spreading into the wider regional economy of transport, retail, and professional services, Russell argues that the UK is at risk of repeating the de-industrialization of 1980s coal communities. This episode provides a critical look at the "bridge" needed to protect a world-class supply chain while navigating the road to Net Zero.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultIMO's Net Zero FrameworkContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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From Snorkelling Idea to Global Exit: NRG Marine, Innovation and the Alfa Laval Acquisition
In This Episode Our host, Stuart Broadley, speaks with Darren Rowlands, CEO of NRG Marine, for an inspiring Survive & Thrive story about turning a chance holiday discovery into an award-winning global clean technology business.Founded after spotting heavy biofouling on yachts during a family sailing trip, NRG Marine developed an ultrasonic anti-fouling solution that prevents marine growth without harmful chemicals. Over seventeen years, the Coventry-headquartered company expanded from recreational boating into commercial shipping, oil and gas, refineries and industrial applications — investing heavily in R&D, securing ATEX certification, and building a fast-growing international customer base.In this episode, Darren shares how the company scaled into new verticals, delivered significant maintenance and efficiency savings for clients, won Energy Marine Company of the Year 2024, and ultimately achieved a strategic acquisition by Alfa Laval. It’s a candid conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, pivoting markets, backing talent, and knowing when the time is right to hand over the baton.What Is the EIC? What Are the World Energy Supply Chain Awards?The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.The organisation is behind the World Energy Supply Chain Awards (WESCA), which celebrates excellence and innovation across the energy supply chain. EIC also publishes the annual Survive & Thrive Insight Report, which explores the strategies member companies are using to grow in an increasingly complex and competitive global energy landscape.EIC’s members bring exceptional capability across engineering, manufacturing, services, technology, innovation, digital solutions, and asset management. Collectively, they represent the future of the energy industry, driving the net zero agenda, enabling the energy transition, and advancing sustainability and a just transition.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EIC Explore EIC membership Read the Survive & Thrive reports Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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Rebuilding Ukraine’s 2nd Frontline, Energy: Oleksiy Povolotskiy, DTEK
In This Episode Our host, Stuart Broadley, speaks with Oleksiy Povolotskiy of DTEK about the battle to repair and restore Ukraine’s energy infrastructure as it faces ongoing targeted attacks from Russia.Stuart and Oleksiy take a deep dive into the realities of operating an energy system in wartime, exploring how more than 220 attacks on power facilities, the loss of 90% of DTEK’s generation fleet at times, and severe winter conditions have pushed the system into survival mode. They discuss the urgent need for compatible Soviet-era replacement equipment, transformers, diesel generators, heavy lifting machinery, and international donor support to keep electricity and heat flowing to cities including Kyiv.The conversation also examines Ukraine’s longer-term vision to rebuild back better creating a more decentralized, resilient, and greener energy system aligned with EU standards. From renewable expansion and battery storage to the human cost borne by energy workers on what Oleksiy calls “the second frontline,” this episode provides a powerful and sobering insight into energy security under extreme conditions.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about EIC: www.the-eic.comExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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Powering the AI Era: Inside Siemens Energy’s Industrial Transformation
In This Episode Our host, Stuart Broadley, speaks with Miranda Hochberg of Siemens Energy, EIC Company of the Year 2025, to explore how one of the world’s leading energy technology companies is navigating the rapid transformation of industry.Stuart and Miranda take a deep dive into the forces reshaping global energy markets, including the explosive growth of AI and data centers, rising electricity demand, and the critical role of gas turbines, grid infrastructure, electrification, and automation in delivering reliable power at scale. They examine Siemens Energy’s recent $1 billion US manufacturing investment, the realities of supplying energy for hyperscale data centers, and why integration across technologies is more important than any single breakthrough.The conversation also looks at balancing growth with decarbonization, the practical application of ESG in a shifting geopolitical landscape, the role of collaboration across the supply chain, and why the next decade of industrial transformation will be defined by connecting electrification, hydrogen, AI, and digital innovation to build a cleaner, more resilient energy system.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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More Uncertainty, Less Investment: Iain Grainger, CEO International Marine Contractors Association
In this episode Our host, Stuart Broadley, is joined by Iain Grainger, CEO of the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA), to explore how the global maritime and offshore construction sector is navigating an increasingly uncertain regulatory and geopolitical landscape.Stuart and Ian discuss the implications of the delayed International Maritime Organization net zero framework, the challenges this creates for vessel owners and contractors, and why the absence of a global standard is slowing investment in low carbon fuels and new assets. The conversation examines fuel availability, emissions trading schemes, vessel retrofits, hybrid technologies and the practical limits of decarbonizing a global offshore fleet.The episode also looks at wider pressures facing the sector, including visa restrictions, rising project costs, workforce shortages, automation and the growing importance of protecting critical offshore infrastructure. With insights drawn from IMCA’s global membership, the discussion offers a grounded view of how industry leaders are managing uncertainty while continuing to deliver energy security and the offshore energy transition.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultIMO's Net Zero FrameworkContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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Stuart Payne, CEO NSTA: Can UK Be A Global Model For Managed Transition?
In this episode Our host Stuart Broadley speaks with Stuart Payne, Chief Executive of the North Sea Transition Authority, about how the UK is navigating the competing demands of energy security, decarbonization and economic resilience during a period of unprecedented change.The discussion unpacks the evolving role of the NSTA as regulator of oil and gas, carbon storage and offshore hydrogen, and explores the distinction between energy security and energy sovereignty in a world of geopolitical uncertainty and rising demand. Stuart Payne shares insights on the future of UK oil and gas production, the pace of emissions reduction, and how infrastructure, investment certainty and policy stability underpin a successful transition.They also discuss the impact of the transition on communities such as Aberdeen, the importance of maintaining a strong domestic supply chain, and why a coordinated, evidence-based approach to offshore energy could position the UK as a global model for managing transition at scale.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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Energy Markets 2026: The Real FID Story Behind the Headlines
In this episode ,Our host Stuart Broadley is joined by Neil Golding, the EIC’s Director of Market Intelligence, for a quarterly Databank update examining what is really happening across global energy markets.Drawing on EICDataStream, which tracks more than 17,000 projects worth $17 trillion, Stuart and Neil explore six key takeaways shaping 2026. The conversation highlights the continued dominance of oil and gas in final investment decisions, the surge in LNG liquefaction driven by data centre demand, and the growing strategic importance of the Middle East as a global energy powerhouse.They also assess the slowdown in hydrogen FIDs, the renaissance in nuclear, including SMRs and early fusion projects, the rebound in fixed offshore wind, and the accelerating rollout of grid infrastructure to support electrification. The episode offers a data-led perspective on where capital is actually flowing, separating policy rhetoric from commercial reality, and why diversification across technologies and regions remains critical for the energy supply chain.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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The Nuclear Renaissance Is Real: Professor Paul Howarth CBE
In this episodeOur host Stuart Broadley speaks with Professor Paul Howarth CBE, one of the UK’s leading voices on nuclear energy, about why nuclear has re-emerged as a strategic priority for governments, industry and global technology companies.The discussion traces Paul’s journey from fusion research to leading the UK National Nuclear Laboratory, before turning to the forces driving nuclear’s resurgence from net zero commitments and geopolitical instability to the rapid expansion of data centers and artificial intelligence. Stuart and Paul unpack the challenges facing nuclear today, including high upfront capital costs, supply chain constraints, skills shortages and the need for long-term policy certainty.They explore how SMRs and advanced modular reactors could unlock new markets, lower costs through fleet deployment, and provide firm, dispatchable power alongside renewables. The conversation also considers nuclear’s role in sovereign energy capability, industrial strategy, and why decisions taken in the next decade will shape the UK’s energy system for generations to come.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultLearn more about Bankable EnergiesContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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CfDs and GB’s Clean Power Revolution: Neil McDermott, CEO LCCC & ESC
In this episodeOur host Stuart Broadley speaks with Neil McDermott, CEO of the Low Carbon Contracts Company (LCCC) and Electricity Settlements Company (ESC), about how one of the UK’s most critical, and yet less well known, public institutions has helped deliver one of the world’s most successful low-carbon electricity markets.Stuart and Neil explore how the Contracts for Difference (CfD) model emerged from the UK’s electricity market reform, how auctions and long-term revenue certainty have driven down the cost of capital, and why the scheme has been instrumental in scaling offshore wind, solar and other low-carbon technologies. They discuss how investor confidence, competitive allocation rounds and stable policy have helped unlock more than £75 billion of private investment while protecting consumers from price volatility.Looking ahead, they examine how the CfD framework is being adapted to support new technologies such as hydrogen, carbon capture and floating offshore wind, the growing importance of digital systems and data, the Regulated Asset Base model for nuclear, and how these mechanisms could shape the UK’s energy security, affordability and industrial strategy in the years ahead.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultLearn more about Bankable EnergiesLearn more about the LCCC & ESCContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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Libya’s Energy Revival: How to Do Business There with Petrogas
In This Episode Our host, Stuart Broadley is joined by Ehab Mukhtar, CEO Petrogas Libya to explore Libya’s re-emergence as a serious market for energy investment and supply chain engagement.Drawing on his personal journey from the UK to Libya and his experience leading a technology-driven energy services company, Ihab provides a grounded perspective on the country’s oil and gas ambitions, including plans to increase production, upgrade ageing infrastructure, and introduce new licensing and production-sharing frameworks.The conversation examines what Libya needs from international partners, where UK companies are particularly well placed to contribute, and how challenges around safety, security, bureaucracy and payment risk are being managed in practice. Looking ahead, Stuart and Ihab also discuss opportunities in gas, power generation, emissions reduction and renewables, and why patience, partnership and local insight are essential to long-term success.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultLearn more about Bankable EnergiesContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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Accelerating the Just Transition: Nick Wayth, CEO Energy Institute
In This Episode Our host, Stuart Broadley is joined by Nick Wayth, CEO of the Energy Institute, for a wide-ranging discussion on how the global energy system is evolving amid geopolitical tension, market volatility, and shifting narratives around net zero. Drawing on Nick’s 20-year career at BP and his four years leading the Energy Institute, the conversation reflects both industry and institutional perspectives on today’s energy challenges.The episode examines why simplistic narratives no longer work in a world of rising demand, geopolitical disruption, and uneven progress toward net zero. Nick shares insights on energy costs, China’s strategic approach to electrification, the evolving role of oil and gas, and why the transition must be both pragmatic and just to succeed.The discussion also explores the Energy Institute’s mission as an independent, trusted voice for the sector, the continued importance of the Statistical Review of World Energy as a data-led reference point, the growing focus on professional development and leadership, the role of diversity initiatives such as Powerful Women, and how International Energy Week brings together competing perspectives to debate the future of the global energy system.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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Space Economy: Why Space Solar is Investable Now PT2
In This Episode Our host, Stuart Broadley, continues his conversation with Martin Soltau and David Homfray, co-founders of Space Solar, for Part Two of this special two-part edition of the EIC Clearly podcast. In Part Two, Stuart, Martin, and David take a deep dive into the emerging space economy and the economics behind space-based solar power. They explore how falling launch costs, reusable rockets, and modular in-orbit assembly are transforming space solar from science fiction into a commercially viable and investable energy technology. The discussion examines cost competitiveness with offshore wind, nuclear, and terrestrial solar, the importance of scale and cost of capital, and how space solar can deliver firm, dispatchable baseload power at global scale. The conversation also looks at policy support, funding models, supply chain opportunities, and why space solar could play a critical role in energy security, net zero delivery, and the UK’s future industrial strategy.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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Building Power Stations in Space: Space Solar PT1
In This Episode Our host, Stuart Broadley, sits down with Martin Soltau and David Homfray, co-founders of Space Solar, for a special two-part edition of the EIC Clearly podcast.In Part One, Stuart, Martin, and David explore why space-based solar power is no longer a distant concept, but a near-term solution enabled by the commercialisation of reusable rocket launches. They unpack how Space Solar’s technology collects solar energy in orbit and wirelessly transmits it to Earth as firm, dispatchable, low-emission baseload power, and why this could become one of the most cost-competitive energy sources available.The conversation also delves into the role of robotics and modular assembly in space, as well as the strategic value of space solar for energy security and sovereignty. Drawing on David’s background in fusion energy, the episode offers a candid comparison between fusion and space solar, explaining why space solar presents a faster, more scalable pathway to meeting growing global energy demand.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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ATPI grows 500% in Middle East, transforming travel management
In this first episode of the EIC Inside Energy podcast series, our host Stuart Broadley, CEO of the Energy Industries Council, is joined by Cally Dey, General Manager ATPI Dubai, and Zara Higgins, General Manager ATPI Saudi Arabia and Head of Global Energy. The podcast was recorded in Abu Dhabi during ADIPEC 2025 and explores why the Middle East has become one of the most dynamic regions for energy related businesses and investments.Having grown the ATPI Middle East business five-fold in five years, Cally and Zara share their secrets to success and leadership journeys, and discuss the realities of building careers and businesses in traditionally male dominated markets, and how resilience, culture and strategic partnerships have underpinned ATPI’s expansion across the Middle East.Drawing contrasts with the UK and North Sea, the discussion covers post-Covid recovery, workforce mobility, duty of care, technology and AI, and why many energy companies are increasingly looking east for long-term opportunity and scale.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultHistory of the EICRead the Inside Energy MagazineContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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EIC Connect: Why are UK's Energy Projects Moving to the Right?
In this special Energy Insights episode recorded at EIC Connect Energy UK in Manchester, our host Stuart Broadley, CEO of the EIC, examines the realities of the UK’s energy transition through a series of candid conversations with leaders from across industry, government and the energy supply chain.The episode explores the growing disconnect between the pace of oil and gas decline and the slower-than-expected ramp-up of new energy projects, the risk of long-term skills and capability loss, and why so many projects continue to move “to the right.” Discussion spans workforce mobility, export pressures, foreign direct investment, decommissioning, grid expansion, and the urgent need for clearer policy direction and better sequencing that reflects real project timelines.With perspectives covering oil and gas, renewables, CCUS, hydrogen, nuclear, decommissioning, infrastructure and global export markets, the episode features Michael Love, Director of Policy at OPITO; Shozey Jafferi, Head of Energy Transition at the UK Government’s Department for Business and Trade; Becca Groundwater, Global Head of External Affairs at the EIC; Steve Andrew, Director of Technical and Business Development at RVA Group; Cheryl Wells, UK Business Development Manager at Wood; Phil Hackett, Regional Manager for the UK, Ireland and the Nordics at TRS Workforce Solutions; Dawn Robertson, Global Director and Oil & Gas Sector Lead at Bureau Veritas; Kim Stephen, Regional Director for UK & Ireland at the EIC; and Neil Golding, Director of Market Intelligence at the EIC.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultHistory of the EICContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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Lessons for business success in Texas: EIC's 30-years in Houston
In this episode Our host Stuart Broadley, CEO of the EIC, is joined by Amanda Duhon, Regional Director for North and Central America, to reflect on the EIC’s 30-year journey in the United States and its evolution into a central force within the Houston energy ecosystem.The episode traces the organization's early days in Houston, the pivotal moments that drove growth and profitability, and how the EIC adapted through major industry downturns and market disruption. Amanda also shares her personal career journey, reflections on leadership as a woman in energy, and how strong networks and stakeholder engagement have reshaped the EIC’s impact across the US.From OTC and UK–US trade collaboration to expansion into Louisiana and advice for companies looking to invest in the Gulf Coast, this episode offers both historical perspective and forward-looking insights into what it takes to succeed in the US energy market.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultHistory of the EICEIC History BookContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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EIC Discussion: 2026 Energy Markets, Opportunities, Headwinds, Disruptive Scenarios
In this “looking back / looking forward” Energy Insights special - Our host Stuart Broadley, CEO of the EIC, is joined by Campbell Keir, Neil Golding, and Becca Groundwater to reflect on the defining global energy trends of 2025 and what may lie ahead in 2026.Together, they assess the progress and limits of net zero ambitions, the growing importance of, and differences between, energy security and energy sovereignty, and how unsettling geopolitics, fast-growing defence spending, and ongoing trade tensions are influencing energy investments. With insights spanning oil and gas, renewables, hydrogen, CCS, nuclear, data centres, and energy storage, this episode offers a grounded, data-driven outlook on the risks and opportunities shaping the year ahead.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultHistory of the EICContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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Financing Sizewell C: The RAB Model with Julia Pyke PT2
In This Episode Our host, Stuart Broadley, sits down with Julia Pyke, Managing Director of Sizewell C, for a special two-part edition of the EIC Clearly podcast. In Part Two, Julia and Stuart take a deep dive into the regulated asset base (RAB) financing model and what it means for delivering one of the UK’s most critical energy infrastructure projects. Julia explains why traditional contract-for-difference models proved unfinanceable for new nuclear, how the RAB approach changes risk allocation between investors and consumers, and why schedule discipline and productivity are the real drivers of cost control. The conversation also explores what Sizewell C needs from its supply chain, how companies can engage with the project, and why local skills development, social value, and culture are central to procurement decisions. What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultLearn more about Green Giraffe AdvisoryLearn more about Bankable EnergiesContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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Nuclear, Net Zero & System Costs: Inside Sizewell C with Julia Pyke PT1
In This Episode Our host, Stuart Broadley, sits down with Julia Pyke, Managing Director of Sizewell C, one of the UK’s most significant energy infrastructure projects and the first new nuclear power station to reach Final Investment Decision in a generation.In Part One of this special two-part episode of EIC Clearly, Julia reflects on her career journey from Cambridge and corporate law to leading the £38 billion Sizewell C project alongside Nigel Cann. She explains how nuclear fits into a renewables-led energy system, why looking only at generation costs misses the full picture of electricity pricing, and how Sizewell C could deliver long-term savings for UK consumers while strengthening energy security. Julia also shares insights into public ownership, the role of government as a shareholder, and the importance of building trust with investors, policymakers, and local communities.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultLearn more about Green Giraffe AdvisoryLearn more about Bankable EnergiesContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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Optimising Critical Infrastructure: Beamex, National Gas, Powerful Partnerships
In This Episode Our host, Stuart Broadley, speaks with John Healy, Director of Sales at Beamex, for a compelling Survive and Thrivestory about transforming a specialist calibration business into a trusted strategic partner for critical national infrastructure. Operating in more than 140 countries, Beamex supports industries across energy, oil and gas, and nuclear with an integrated calibration ecosystem of hardware, software, and services. In this episode, John shares how Beamex worked with National Gas to overcome fragmented data, standardise systems across over 20 compressor stations, and deliver millions in cost savings through improved efficiency, visibility, and collaboration.What Is the EIC? What Are the World Energy Supply Chain Awards?The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.The organisation is behind the World Energy Supply Chain Awards (WESCA), which celebrates excellence and innovation across the energy supply chain. EIC also publishes the annual Survive & Thrive Insight Report, which explores the strategies member companies are using to grow in an increasingly complex and competitive global energy landscape.EIC’s members bring exceptional capability across engineering, manufacturing, services, technology, innovation, digital solutions, and asset management. Collectively, they represent the future of the energy industry, driving the net zero agenda, enabling the energy transition, and advancing sustainability and a just transition.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EIC Explore EIC membership Read the Survive & Thrive reports Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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Resetting Renewables, Capital Markets & Bankability: Matt Taylor, MD Green Giraffe
In This Episode Our host Stuart Broadley sits down with Matthew Taylor, Managing Director at Green Giraffe Advisory, to explore the shifting landscape of renewable energy finance across the APAC region. Matt reflects on his journey from engineering to green finance, the evolution of Green Giraffe’s advisory and investment model, and how bankability is being reshaped by supply chain constraints, rising capital costs, and emerging technologies. Together, they unpack how Covid transformed renewable project financing, why data centres have become so prominent in global capital markets, and what it will take for wind, solar, hydro, and battery storage projects to regain momentum. Matt also offers insights into the rise of Asian supply chains, the reset underway in offshore wind tenders, and the conditions needed for renewable projects to remain attractive, scalable, and investable in a competitive global market.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultLearn more about Green Giraffe AdvisoryLearn more about Bankable EnergiesContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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His Majesty’s Ambassador Edward Hobart: UK-UAE Energy, Investment, Trade
In This Episode In this episode, host Stuart Broadley sits down with Edward Hobart, the British Ambassador to the UAE, for an in-depth discussion on the critical economic and energy ties between the UK and the United Arab Emirates.Ambassador Hobart explores the historical role of British companies in the UAE's energy sector and details the nation's ambitious commitment to the energy transition, focusing on solar, nuclear, and future sources like hydrogen.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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Scaling a renewables business in volatile markets: Jim Ryan CEO, ERSG
In This Episode Host Stuart Broadley speaks with Jim Ryan, CEO of ERSG (Environmental Recruitment Solutions Group), for a powerful 'Survive and Thrive' story of scaling a specialist recruitment business in the volatile energy market.Founded in 2008 as the financial crisis hit, ERSG's dedication to the burgeoning green economy, particularly offshore wind, led to massive growth. However, this rapid expansion exposed vulnerabilities in its internal systems.What Is the EIC? What Are the World Energy Supply Chain Awards?The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operates internationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.The organisation is behind the World Energy Supply Chain Awards (WESCA), which celebrates excellence and innovation across the energy supply chain. EIC also publishes the annual Survive & Thrive Insight Report, which explores the strategies member companies are using to grow in an increasingly complex and competitive global energy landscape.EIC’s members bring exceptional capability across engineering, manufacturing, services, technology, innovation, digital solutions, and asset management. Collectively, they represent the future of the energy industry, driving the net zero agenda, enabling the energy transition, and advancing sustainability and a just transition.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EIC Explore EIC membership Read the Survive & Thrive reports Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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From Blueprint to CCS Build-Out: Chris Manson-Whitton, Progressive Energy PT2
In This Episode Our host, Stuart Broadley, continues his conversation with Chris Manson-Whitton, CEO of Progressive Energy, to explore the next phase of the UK’s carbon capture and storage (CCS) journey.In Part Two of this special EIC Clearly series, Chris discusses the rapid growth in CCS demand, the emergence of new projects reaching FID at Bacton and for the cement industry in the Peak Cluster, and the UK’s unique opportunity to become a CO₂ storage hub for Europe. Together, they unpack how policy has evolved, why the UK’s full value chain CCS model is now investable, and what developers, investors, and policymakers must do to accelerate decarbonization at scale.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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Lloyd’s Register's Advisory Services: How to Grow Client Solutions
In This Episode Our host Stuart Broadley speaks with Lloyd’s Register’s senior leaders about transforming a legacy organization to meet the demands of the modern energy transition. In this conversation, Charlotte Stuart, Sean van der Post, David Christie, and Ian Crehan discuss how diversification, partnerships, and a renewed customer focus have fueled growth across oil and gas, renewables, and emerging energy sectors. Hear how the team is blending tradition and innovation to build resilience, empower its people, and redefine what it means to thrive in today’s energy landscape.What Is the EIC? What Are the World Energy Supply Chain Awards?The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.The organisation is behind the World Energy Supply Chain Awards (WESCA), which celebrates excellence and innovation across the energy supply chain. EIC also publishes the annual Survive & Thrive Insight Report, which explores the strategies member companies are using to grow in an increasingly complex and competitive global energy landscape.EIC’s members bring exceptional capability across engineering, manufacturing, services, technology, innovation, digital solutions, and asset management. Collectively, they represent the future of the energy industry, driving the net zero agenda, enabling the energy transition, and advancing sustainability and a just transition.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EIC Explore EIC membership Read the Survive & Thrive reports Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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Port of NEOM's Operational Optimisation: with Martyn Cowie, Tyde Digital
In This Episode Our host Stuart Broadley, CEO of the Energy Industries Council (EIC), speaks with Martyn Cowie, Co-Founder of Tyde Digital, a fast-growing business transformation partner headquartered in Dubai. Together, they explore how Tyde Digital has carved out a unique position in a market dominated by legacy consultancies.Martyn discusses the challenges of scaling a self-funded start up, the importance of transparency and relationship building, and the personal sacrifices behind Tyde Digital’s rapid growth. From redefining transformation methodologies to working at the coalface of the flagship Saudi project, the Port of Neom, this episode offers an honest look at how a young company can compete with established global consultancies in one of the world’s most demanding environments.What Is the EIC? What Are the World Energy Supply Chain Awards?The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.The organisation is behind the World Energy Supply Chain Awards (WESCA), which celebrates excellence and innovation across the energy supply chain. EIC also publishes the annual Survive & Thrive Insight Report, which explores the strategies member companies are using to grow in an increasingly complex and competitive global energy landscape.EIC’s members bring exceptional capability across engineering, manufacturing, services, technology, innovation, digital solutions, and asset management. Collectively, they represent the future of the energy industry, driving the net zero agenda, enabling the energy transition, and advancing sustainability and a just transition.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EIC Explore EIC membership Read the Survive & Thrive reports Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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HyNet, Carbon Capture & Storage: Chris Manson-Whitton, Progressive Energy PT1
In This Episode Our host Stuart Broadley, CEO of the Energy Industries Council (EIC), sits down with Chris Manson Whitton, CEO of Progressive Energy, for an in depth conversation about one of the UK’s most significant steps toward industrial decarbonisation.In Part One of this special two-part series, Chris reflects on Progressive Energy’s 27 year journey from early CCS concepts and project setbacks to the landmark 2024 announcement confirming £21.7 billion for the UK’s first carbon capture clusters. Together, Stuart and Chris explore how the HyNet cluster reached financial close, why CCS projects are now moving into construction, and what this means for industry, policy, and the UK’s path to net zero.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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25 Years of Investment in Brazil: EIC’s Story with Clarisse Rocha
In This Episode - Our host, Stuart Broadley, speaks with Clarisse Rocha, Regional Director for the Americas, to celebrate 25 years of EIC in Brazil. Clarisse reflects on her journey from engineering school to leading EIC’s largest global hub, sharing insightful reflections on confidence, overcoming prejudice, empowering young talent, and building a culture where people truly feel they belong. Together, they revisit the organisation’s history, from its early missions to South America in the 1940s to the establishment and expansion of the Rio office, and explore Brazil’s evolving energy landscape, from pre-salt and FPSOs to new frontiers in hydrogen, SAF, and biofuels.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership Learn more about the Five Golden Rules for a Healthy Energy Supply ChainLearn about EIC ConsultHistory of the EICEIC History BookContact Stuart Broadley about doing your own C-level EIC podcast at [email protected]
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EIC Podcasts brings together all audio series produced by the Energy Industries Council, including EIC Clearly , Survive & Thrive, Energy Focus and more. Hear in-depth conversations with energy leaders, policy experts, and innovators on the latest trends, challenges, and strategies shaping the global energy supply chain. From growth stories to market insights, this is your gateway to the voices driving the future of energy.
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