NordSearch Podcast

The future of energy trading is fully automated.Patrick speaks with Edoardo Simioni, Chief Trading Officer at Real, about building a fully automated energy trading business.They explore intraday trading, PPAs, and how combining asset optimisation with trading creates scalable business models. Edoardo shares insights on market opportunities and how automation and AI are reshaping trading teams.

Most algo trading systems don’t fail because of models.Patrick speaks with Steffen Krutzinna, founder of PX Dynamics, about intraday power trading and algorithmic trading strategies.They break down how successful trading systems are built, common mistakes in data and execution, and why having a clear trading edge is critical in competitive energy markets.

AI is already reshaping energy trading.Patrick speaks with Max Lüddemann, Co-founder & CTO of Trawa, about how AI and automation are transforming energy trading.They explore real-time optimisation, algorithmic trading, and how technology is changing electricity procurement and market participation.

Energy markets are more fragile than they look.Patrick speaks with Arne Lohmann Rasmussen, Head of Research at GRM, about global energy markets and price volatility.They discuss gas markets, LNG dynamics, geopolitical risk, and how recent events are impacting European power markets.

Great trading desks are built, not hired.Patrick speaks with Navin Parasram, Head of Trading at Alpiq, about leading a high-performing power trading organisation.They explore trading strategy, risk management, and how successful desks are structured.

The real edge in Europe isn’t where most people look.Patrick speaks with Gašper Rugelj, Head of Algorithmic Trading at GEN-I, about intraday power trading and Eastern European energy markets.They discuss algorithmic trading strategies, cross-border electricity flows, and how local market dynamics create trading opportunities.

Renewables aren’t just about climate—they’re about independence.Patrick speaks with Amir Roughani, Founder & CEO of Vispiron, about building hybrid power plants and scaling renewable energy businesses.They explore how combining solar, wind, batteries, hydrogen, and industrial demand creates fully integrated energy systems, and why optimising the entire value chain—from development to trading—is key to long-term success.Amir also shares his perspective on the energy transition, market dynamics in Germany, and why adaptability is critical in an increasingly complex energy market.

Manual battery trading is already obsolete.Patrick speaks with Ioannis Boukas, Head of Algorithmic Trading for Batteries & Renewables at ENGIE, about scaling algorithmic trading inside a major utility.They discuss battery optimisation, intraday trading, and how large-scale assets are traded across multiple markets. Ioannis explains why automation, data, and infrastructure are now critical to performance.The conversation also covers building algo trading desks, integrating with manual teams, and the future of battery trading as competition increases.

Patrick Reynolds - Founder of NordSearch

Patrick Reynolds - Founder of NordSearch

Patrick Reynolds - Founder of NordSearch

Patrick Reynolds - Founder of NordSearch

Patrick Reynolds - Founder of NordSearch

Patrick Reynolds - Founder of NordSearch

Patrick Reynolds - Founder of NordSearch

Patrick Reynolds - Founder of NordSearch

Patrick Reynolds - Founder of NordSearch

Patrick Reynolds - Founder of NordSearch

Patrick Reynolds - Founder of NordSearch

Patrick Reynolds - Founder of NordSearch

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