Where Europe’s Industry Leaders Meet and Connect
From expo floor receptions to targeted meet-ups, discover endless opportunities to grow your network.
#TheBatteryShow
Areas of Interest Café Roundtables
Components Subsystems Café
Roundtable discussions:
These interactive networking sessions are designed to bring together professionals from across the battery value chain for focused, peer-led discussion on some of the industry’s most pressing challenges and opportunities. These sessions are discussion-driven, encouraging active participation and open conversation between industry peers facing similar technical, operational, and strategic challenges.
Tuesday 9th June
1pm – 2pm
What is actually driving safety compliance challenges at component level?
Moderator: Dr Michael Harenbrock, Principal Expert Electric Mobility, MANN+HUMMEL GmbH
Wednesday 10th June
1pm – 2pm
From Cell to System: Navigating Connectivity, Sensing and High Voltage Challenges in Battery Design
Moderator: Gary Woodford,
EMEA BDM for Battery & Energy Storage Products, Amphenol Industrial Group
Manufacturing Production Café
Roundtable discussions:
These interactive networking sessions are designed to bring together professionals from across the battery value chain for focused, peer-led discussion on some of the industry’s most pressing challenges and opportunities. These sessions are discussion-driven, encouraging active participation and open conversation between industry peers facing similar technical, operational, and strategic challenges.
Tuesday 9th June
1pm – 2pm
What is holding back LMFP from scaling in Europe?
Moderator: Dr Stefan Schwarz,
Division Manager Cathode Materials, IBU-tec advanced materials

Engineering, Software RD Café
Roundtable discussions:
These interactive networking sessions are designed to bring together professionals from across the battery value chain for focused, peer-led discussion on some of the industry’s most pressing challenges and opportunities. These sessions are discussion-driven, encouraging active participation and open conversation between industry peers facing similar technical, operational, and strategic challenges.
Tuesday 9th June 1pm – 2pm
Can Europe compete through engineering rather than cost
Moderator: Johannes Pabbruwee,
Global Business Development Manager - Energy Storage, Tectronix
Wednesday 10th June
1pm – 2pm
Turning sustainability into competitive advantage
Moderator: Andreas Braun,
Product Area Manager HV Systems, AVL

Women in EV Luncheon
Wednesday 10th June
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Room C4.1 | ICS Upper Level
Panel: She Drives, She Buys, She Decides: Women Leading Across the EV Value Chain
Our Speakers:
- Nicole O'Brien, Executive VP of Business Development, Collano AG
- Lauren Allanson, Director of Member Development, Volta Foundation
- Vikki Jeckell, CEO, Tees Valley Lithium
- Moderator: Sara (Roe) Ainley-Zoll, Global Marketing Communications, Parker Lord
Maximum Engagement Zone – Open to all pass types
Foster collaboration and find new partners. We’re increasing the excitement around the world’s greatest sporting event with interactive, gamified experiences designed to inspire our community to engage in discussions and meet our featured suppliers.
The zone will also feature a Battery Passport themed scavenger hunt, connecting you to a range of top suppliers from across the entire ecosystem, with exclusive prizes for participants.
Expedition Suite – Open to Explorer Plus pass holders
Exchange ideas with like-minded peers away from the buzz of the show floor. For those who would prefer a more intimate networking opportunity, our Expedition Suite is the perfect space to connect with new contacts, charge your laptop/ phone and get a professional headshot with our onsite photographer.
Enjoy dedicated Wi-Fi and complimentary refreshments throughout the day.
VIP Lounge – Open to Conference Pass Holders
Make important connections that will have a direct impact on the future of the European Battery and H/EV technology industry. The ideal area to discuss your conference takeaways with high-level senior executives, business leaders and industry pioneers.
Enjoy dedicated Wi-Fi and complimentary refreshments throughout the day.

Women in Batteries Meetup
Open to all pass types
Tuesday 9th June
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Volta Café (Hall 1-L60)
In partnership with Volta Foundation and Ten-Nine Technologies, the Women in Batteries Meetup is a chance to connect with other women and allies, share perspectives, and build meaningful relationships in the Volta Café. This informal gathering is all about great conversations, new connections, and strengthening the community. Complimentary coffee and cappuccino will be available!
Curated Show Floor Tours – Open to Explorer Plus pass holders
Discover relevant solutions faster and more efficiently. We’re improving our navigation efforts to help you find the suppliers that you need. Our show floor tours, hosted by The Battery Show Europe team and industry association partners, are designed to guide you through key product categories and make introductions to our expert exhibitors.
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Thermal Runaway 5K
Open to all pass types
Wednesday 10th June
7:10 AM – 8:15 AM
East Entrance (start and finish)
Start your Day 2 of The Battery Show Europe energised and inspired at our 5K run in collaboration with Volta Foundation!
Join fellow battery professionals on Wednesday, 10th June at 7:30 AM (arrive from 7:10 AM) for a refreshing run starting and finishing at the East Entrance. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or enjoying a steady pace, everyone is welcome — and no one gets left behind.
All runners receive a commemorative T-shirt and medal, plus post-run refreshments. Showers in Hall 1 mean you can freshen up and head straight into the day’s events.
With up to 100 industry peers taking part, it’s the perfect way to network, recharge and start the day strong. Lace up and join us!

Delegate Networking Breakfast – Open to Conference Pass Holders

Connect with fellow attendees before the day’s sessions begin over freshly brewed coffee, tea, and pastries. It’s the perfect way to fuel up for a full day of learning, insights and innovation—right before our highly anticipated keynote speakers take the stage.
Mingle with like-minded professionals and jumpstart your networking in a relaxed atmosphere before. a productive day ahead.
Evening Networking Receptions
Open to all pass types
Tuesday 9th June & Wednesday 10th June
4:30 – 6:00 PM
NEW Location: Atrium (East Entrance)
Unwind and connect after a busy day of discovery. Join us alongside hundreds of like-minded engineers, designers and decision-makers at our open-to-all Networking Receptions for light bites & beverages, live music and raffles for fun prizes.
It’s the perfect opportunity to discuss ideas with top-industry suppliers, build new relationships and reflect on the day’s highlights in a lively, interactive setting!

Don't miss out - bring your business card for a chance to win a prize!
During the evening reception, we will be collecting business cards from which 3 will be randomly picked to win the following prizes:
Prize 1
Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Bluetooth Speaker (2nd Gen) (Black). Portable Outdoor Speaker with Hi-Fi Audio, Up to 12 Hours Battery Life, Waterproof and Dustproof.
Prize 2
Marshall Minor IV Bluetooth Wireless Earphones, Ear buds (Black)
Prize 3
£100 Amazon Gift Voucher

