Event programme
Friday 12th May 2023
High Time for Hydrogen: Opportunities for PGMS
This year's event will feature distinguished guest speakers, interactive Q&A sessions, and a stimulating debate on the pressing demand for PGMs, driven by the accelerating momentum of the hydrogen economy. Held at the renowned Oxford University Museum of Natural History, the Oxford Platinum Lectures are a highly anticipated fixture of the London Platinum Week calendar, drawing from experts across the entire PGM value chain to deliver insightful lectures and passionate discussions.
Agenda
09h30-10h30 − Registration
Coffee and light brunch are available
10h30-10h35 − Welcome
Henk de Hoop, Chief Executive Officer, SFA (Oxford)
10h35-11h00 − The Platinum Standard 2023
Beresford Clarke, Managing Director: Technical & Research, SFA (Oxford)
11h00-11h20 − EU initiatives: Making the Hydrogen Economy happen
Jorgo Chatzimarkakis, Chief Executive Officer, Hydrogen Europe
11h20-12h00 − Agriculture to Aviation: New horizons for hydrogen
Dr Lukas Mauler, Senior Manager, Porsche Consulting
12h00-12h20 - Break
12h20-13h00 − The role of PGMs in the Hydrogen Economy: Challenges and opportunities
Dr Andy Walker, Technical Marketing Director, Johnson Matthey
13h00-14h00 − Light Buffet Lunch
14h00-14h40 − Hydrogen, Pharmaceuticals, Environment: Not just a Hype for PGMs
Dr Detlef Gaiser, Technical Sales Manager, Heraeus
14h40-15h20 − Iridium Catalysts: Thrifting developments
for sustainable hydrogen production
Wayne Thornhill, European Sales Manager, Ames Goldsmith Ceimig
15h20-15h50 − Afternoon tea/Coffee
15h50-16h40 − Hydrogen: Enough to save
the PGM miners' fortunes?
Kevin Eggers, Partner, AP Ventures
16h40-17h00 − The experts' panel
Moderated by Dr Jenny Watts, Head of Clean Energy and Sustainability, SFA (Oxford)
17h00-19h00 − Drinks Reception
Canapés in the Main Gallery of the Oxford University Museum of Natural History
SFA (Oxford) is committed to the responsible provision and consumption of alcohol at platinum industry functions. The commitment is made concerning the safety of the attendees at the functions and also the general public and consideration of those who choose not to consume alcohol or who are affected in any way by the misuse of alcohol.
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