FOREWORD
Welcome to EIC Connect Italy 2026.
BY STUART BROADLEY
Italy’s energy industry is moving from ambition and planning into the hard stuff, which is building projects.
Solar generation reached a new record in 2025, renewables supplied a large share of electricity demand, battery storage is beginning to move through dedicated auctions, and data centre growth around Milan is adding a new layer of demand to the power system. At the same time, gas remains central to security of supply, carbon capture is moving into industrial deployment at Ravenna, and nuclear has returned to the policy debate.
Together, these initiatives make Italy one of Europe’s most interesting, and indeed promising, energy markets for the supply chain. And Italy has a lot to offer, of course. The country has an industrial economy with high energy demand, a Mediterranean route for energy transport into Europe, and a project landscape dominated by renewables, grids, oil and gas, industrial decarbonisation, storage, digital infrastructure and future lowcarbon power.
The opportunity is there for those who pay close attention. Project owners need suppliers that can deliver safely, competitively and on schedule. But the supply chain needs visibility on policy, regulation, grid access, procurement routes and conditions, local partners and a predictable pipeline of projects that move from design to construction at a steady rate.
The EIC is here to connect project intelligence with practical business development, helping our members and our wider network export, diversify and grow in markets where opportunity. Navigating these opportunities is never easy and this is where our events, data, market insights, networking gatherings become indispensable.
Our Connect events have been so beneficial because they stay grounded in real projects and honest discussions. Our Milan event is no different. Across the programme, you will hear from operators, developers, utilities, technology providers, contractors, government and trade bodies. They will examine Italy’s project outlook, its role in Europe’s energy transition, oil and gas, renewables, nuclear, data centres, industrial decarbonisation, power and storage, and carbon capture.
As always, make the most of our Connect events. Listen to panel discussions, visit exhibitors, take the one-to-one meetings and ask questions about timelines, permits, grid access, procurement models, local capability, risk allocation and partnerships.
The EIC is proud to bring EIC Connect Italy to Milan and to work with our members, partners and stakeholders across Italy, the UK and the wider European energy market.
Thank you for joining us. I hope you leave with better market insight, stronger contacts and the beginnings of new business.
Buon lavoro.
Stuart Broadley Chief Executive Officer, EIC stuart.broadley@the-eic.com
MESSAGE
BY EIC’S MARKET INTELLIGENCE
We are delighted to announce our first EIC Connect event in Italy. Italy is at the forefront of transitional technologies in Europe. Whether that be the projects that are in development in country, or the work being undertaken globally by the likes of Eni, Saipem and Tecnimont, Italy is showing true leadership in the energy sector, and engagement at Connect will highlight the numerous opportunities available to the supply chain.
Italy’s commitment to accelerating its transition is creating exceptional opportunities across every part of the energy value chain. According to EICDataStream, there are currently 210 active projects spanning all energy sectors. While renewables representing over 50% of the projects proposed for development, other sectors including Energy Storage, Hydrogen and Power also represent growing opportunities. Should all of the developments proceed the country will see close $200 billion of CAPEX.
Italy’s position in Europe as a key energy partner is clear. An example of this can be seen by the two major hydrogen pipelines—the South H2 Corridor and the SunsHyne Corridor—that are being developed to transport hydrogen from North Africa to Europe as part of plans to import 10 million tonnes per annum of H2 by 2030. Snam is leading the Italian H2 Backbone, a 1,920 km network mostly repurposed from natural gas pipelines, supported by €200 million in investment and boosted by its inclusion in the EU’s fast-track PCI/PMI list.
While not the biggest energy market in Europe the combination of sizeable project opportunities and presence of major energy players makes the market an attractive one for the supply chain.
Neil Golding
Director, Market Intelligence, EIC neil.golding@the-eic.com
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CONFERENCE AGENDA
Monday 8th June 2026
The Roof Milano, Milan, Italy
18:30 – 21:00 Evening Networking Reception
Tuesday 9th June 2026
Sala Pirelli, Palazzo delle Stelline, Milan, Italy
09:00 – 09:30 Registration & Welcome Coffee
09:30 – 09:40 Opening Remarks
Stuart Broadley, CEO, Energy Industries Council
Welcome & EIC Italian Project Outlook
09:40 – 10:00
An opening market intelligence session providing an overview of Italy’s current project landscape, investment activity and major opportunities across the energy sector. This session will explore key developments, upcoming projects and where supply chain engagement is expected to grow in the months ahead.
Speaker:
Stuart Broadley, CEO, Energy Industries Council
Keynote: Italy’s Role in Europe’s Energy Transition
10:00 – 10:20
10:20 – 11:00
A high-level discussion on Italy’s strategic role within Europe’s evolving energy system. The session will consider infrastructure development, security of supply, cross-border collaboration, industrial competitiveness and how Italy is positioning itself for long-term growth in the transition.
Confirmed Speakers:
Riccardo Pase, Regional Councillor, Entrepreneur, Regione Lombardia
Marina Tamagnini, Head of the Investment Unit, Department for Business and Trade
Oil & Gas: Supporting Security of Supply While Enabling Transition
As Europe balances affordability, resilience and decarbonisation, oil and gas continue to play an important role in the evolving energy mix. This session will explore the contribution of engineering services, industrial technologies, skills development and operational best practice in supporting reliable supply, improving performance and advancing lower-emission operations across the sector. It will also consider how industry expertise can help deliver a pragmatic and secure energy transition.
Confirmed Speakers:
Hazel Lince, Vice President Strategic Partnerships UK & Europe, OPITO Ltd
Paolo Cotone, Manager of Machinery and Package Engineering, Wood
11:00 – 11:30 Networking Break & 1-2-1 Meetings
11:30 – 12:30
12:30 – 12:50
Renewable Energy: Scaling Delivery Across Italy and Europe
Renewables remain central to Europe’s decarbonisation goals. This session will explore progress across wind, solar and other clean technologies, while considering the role of innovation, research, project development and technical expertise in accelerating deployment. Discussions will also highlight grid integration, investment trends and the opportunities available for suppliers supporting renewable energy delivery across Italy and Europe.
Confirmed Speakers:
Carmelo Bongiovanni, Managing Director, ENEVO Group
Roberta Roberto, Research Engineer, ENEA
Nuclear Energy: Europe’s Next Chapter in Reliable Low-Carbon Power
With energy security and decarbonisation high on the agenda, nuclear is returning to the spotlight. This session will explore developments in new build, life extension and SMRs, while also considering the role of heavy lifting, complex project delivery, infrastructure expertise and supply chain readiness in supporting the next generation of nuclear projects across Europe.
Confirmed Speaker:
Davide Andreani, Managing Director, Mammoet Europe Projects
12:50
13:50 – 14:45
Data Centres: Power Demand, Infrastructure and the Digital Energy Challenge The rapid growth of digital infrastructure is transforming energy demand. This session will explore how data centres are increasing requirements for reliable power, grid capacity, energy resilience and efficient cooling solutions. It will also consider the role of on-site generation, sustainable infrastructure development and low-carbon strategies in supporting the next phase of digital growth across Europe.
Confirmed Speakers:
Danilo Serioli, Development Delivery Director, Echelon Data Centres
Michele Testa, Senior Sales Advisor, Baker Hughes
Patrizio Prunecchi, Senior Director, Account Executive, Bloom Energy
14:45 – 15:05
Industrial Decarbonisation: Smarter Systems for a Lower-Carbon Future Automation, digitalisation and integrated systems are helping industry reduce emissions, improve efficiency and strengthen long-term competitiveness across energy-intensive sectors. With strong expertise in industrial automation, control systems and digital solutions, this session will highlight the role of technology and innovation in supporting more sustainable, resilient and future-ready operations.
Confirmed Speaker:
Alessio Rubini, Managing Director, Yokogawa Iberia
15:05 – 15:35 Networking Lunch & 1-2-1 Meetings
Power: Next-Generation Power and Storage Solutions
15:35 – 15:55
Cybersecurity has become an essential requirement for critical energy infrastructure. As cyberattacks and geopolitical tensions rise, the EU’s NIS2 Directive — transposed in Italy through Legislative Decree 138/2024 and reinforced by the National Cyber Security Perimeter, Golden Power, CVCN, and CSIRT Italia — imposes stringent obligations on operators and their entire supply chain: technical measures, transparency, strict incidentreporting deadlines, and direct management liability. This presentation outlines the Italian regulatory framework, the exposure facing energy operators, and, through a real-world project in Lithuania, demonstrates how Rolls-Royce embeds security by design across every layer of its systems.
Confirmed Speaker:
Daniele Di Franco, Senior Sales Manager Stationary & Sustainable, RollsRoyce Solutions Italia
Carbon Capture: From Ambition to Deployment
15:55 – 16:15
16:15 – 16:55
Carbon capture is expected to play a critical role in reducing emissions from hard-to-abate sectors. This session will explore project progress, commercial models, infrastructure requirements and what is needed to accelerate deployment across Europe. It will also highlight the importance of engineering capability, project execution expertise and integrated delivery solutions in turning ambition into operational projects.
Confirmed Speaker:
Lorenzo Montemezzo, Head of Commercial Green Systems, Bonatti
Closing Plenary: Partnerships for Italy’s Energy Future
Moderator: Stuart Broadley, CEO, Energy Industries Council
Participants:
Massimo Roderi, Head of Business Development, Terna Energy Solutions
Michele Testa, Senior Sales Advisor, Baker Hughes
Anton Marco Fantolini, Head of Energy Carriers Technology Development, Saipem
Roberto Pattumelli, Global Hydrogen Market Development Lead
Closing remarks
16:55 – 17:00
Stuart Broadley, CEO, Energy Industries Council
17:00 – 17:30 1-2-1 Meetings & Event Close
*Please note that this agenda is subject to change.
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SPEAKERS
Alessio Rubini
Managing Director, Yokogawa Iberia
Daniele Di Franco
Senior Sales Manager
Stationary & Sustainable, Rolls-Royce Solutions Italia
Roberta Roberto
Research Engineer, ENEA
Anton Marco Fantolini Head of Energy Carriers Technology Development, Saipem
Danilo Serioli
Development Delivery Director, Echelon Data Centres
Hazel Lince
Vice President Strategic Partnerships UK & Europe, Opito Ltd
Managing Director, ENEVO Group
Davide Andreani
Managing Director, Mammoet Europe Projects
Lorenzo Montemezzo
Head of Commercial Green Systems, Bonatti
Carmelo Bongiovanni
Marina Tamagnini
Head of the Investment Unit, Department for Business and Trade (DBT)
Paolo Cotone Manager of Machinery and Package Engineering, WOOD
Roberto Pattumelli
Global Hydrogen Market Development Lead, Shell
Massimo Roderi
Head of Business Development, Terna Energy Solutions
Patrizio Prunecchi
Senior Director - Account Executive, Bloom Energy
Michele Testa
Senior Sales Advisor, Baker Hughes
Riccardo Pase
Regional Councillor, Entrepreneur, Regione Lombardia
Stuart Broadley
Chief Executive Officer, Energy Industries Council
FLOOR MAP
We are delighted to announce the World Energy Supply Chain Awards are coming to Milan on Thursday 8th October.
For the first time in this region, join us for an evening celebrating excellence across the energy industry and recognising the achievements of industry professionals, including the participating companies of Survive & Thrive 2026.
This prestigious event offers an excellent opportunity to celebrate industry, colleagues and achievements over the past year.
Sponsorship opportunities are available if you would like to align your company’s branding with this high-profile event.
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EIC is the world's largest energy-agnostic trade association, supporting companies that supply goods and services to the world’s energy industries. Established in 1943, the EIC is a not-for-profit organisation with a membership of over 800 companies worldwide. EIC helps its members to export, diversify and grow, working with companies ranging from the world’s largest operators, contractors and manufacturers through to SMEs and more specialised product and service companies.
Loonar is a technology company on a mission to bring AI to the commercial processes of the world’s leading industrial companies. Starting with inquiry analysis, one of the most complex and time-intensive steps in industrial B2B sales, Loonar helps companies respond faster and more accurately. Built by a technical team and backed by deep partnerships with leading European industrial groups, Loonar is active across five verticals: valves, pumps, plant engineering, industrial HVAC and transformers. Its mission is to become the reference platform for companies navigating long, complex inquiries while expanding AI’s role across the full commercial process.
Mammoet is the world’s leading engineered heavy lifting and transport compa ny, known for tackling some of the most complex projects in energy, infrastructure, and construction. With a global presence and decades of experience, Mammoet delivers safe, efficient, and innovative solutions that help customers improve productivity and reduce project timelines.
NEXT COOLING is a global leader in cutting-edge cooling technologies, with offices in Switzerland, South Africa, India, Australia and Italy. The company delivers cooling towers, air-cooled condensers and comprehensive aftermarket services worldwide. The group is united by a shared vision of excellence, growth and advanced cooling solutions for multiple industries including power generation, oil and gas, chemical, mining and minerals. By combining engineering excellence, proven expertise and regional leadership, NEXT is positioned to set a new global standard of innovation and performance in the cooling industry.
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For over 50 years, OPITO has been at the forefront of workforce safety and skills development, leveraging its deep expertise in the oil and gas sector. As the industry-owned, global, not-for-profit skills authority, OPITO reinvests its revenues into growing and strengthening the workforce of tomorrow, ensuring a safer, more competent future across safety-critical industries. In recent years, OPITO has embraced the evolving energy landscape, expanding into renewables and laying the foundation to support other safetycritical industries. Today, OPITO plays a vital role in equipping the global workforce with the skills needed to navigate the future of energy.
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