Partners and sponsors
Our partners form the necessary basis for a strong industry platform – from experts to experts. We would like to thank all our partners and media companies for their contribution and support. The support of our sponsors creates the necessary basis for a stimulating scientific program and a strong industry platform.
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The “Auto Gewerbe Verband Schweiz (AGVS)” is the industry and professional association of Swiss garage owners. As an umbrella organization, it supports its members with services, promotes their interests and actively contributes to the further development and profiling of the automotive industry in the area of education and training. The AGVS represents around 4000 small, medium-sized and larger companies, brand representatives and independent garage businesses.
The total of 39,000 employees in the AGVS companies – of which around 8,500 are junior staff undergoing training and further education – sell, maintain and repair the majority of the Swiss vehicle fleet with around 5.9 million motor vehicles. As the umbrella organization of Swiss garage owners, the “Auto Gewerbe Verband Schweiz (AGVS)” stands up for its members and effectively supports them in their hard work.
The AGVS also advocates for the interests of its members at the political level. In addition, the association conducts qualification procedures, professional examinations and higher professional examinations on behalf of the federal government, thus considering the further development and profiling of the auto trade.
Learn more: www.agvs-upsa.ch| www.agvs-zs.ch
As part of Auto AG Group, Auto AG Truck with its approximately 230 employees has established itself over the past 100 years as an important full-service provider in the Swiss commercial vehicle and transport industry. It is one of the nation’s largest commercial vehicle dealers and a partner of IVECO, FIAT PROFESSIONAL, MAN, MAXUS and HYUNDAI HYDROGEN MOBILITY. At eight locations Auto AG Truck is offering Sales, Aftersales and rental for all driving concepts from one single source. Together with GESER Fahrzeugbau AG, which also belongs to the Auto AG Group, the right solution for every transport need is available.
Auto AG Truck wants to use the knowledge advantage and the testing of new technologies for future development. “We are convinced that hydrogen-powered commercial vehicles can be an alternative to purely battery-powered or conventional diesel-powered vehicles in the medium- and long-distance segment. In particular, the short refueling times, high payload and range are decisive criteria that speak for this type of drive.”
Learn more: www.autoagtruck.ch
auto-suisse is the association of official automobile importers. Its members sell passenger cars and commercial vehicles (light ones up to 3.5 tonnes and heavy ones from 3.5 tonnes gross weight), buses and cars worth over 10 billion Swiss francs per year through around 4000 brand dealers in Switzerland and the Principality of Liechtenstein.
auto-suisse provides services for its members and the public, including in the areas of transport and environmental policy, statistics, and motor vehicle technology. Politically, auto-suisse is committed to the motor vehicle industry, motorised private transport, and motorists.
Learn more: www.auto.swiss
The 30 members of Avenergy Suisse account for around 95% of Swiss imports of crude oil, petroleum products and renewable fuels. Among other things, they operate a network of over 3,300 petrol stations and over 1,300 stores.
Learn more: www.avenergy.ch
In 1927, independent Swiss importers of petroleum products joined forces and founded the AVIA Association in Switzerland. More than 90 years later, 10 AVIA member companies maintain the largest petrol station network in Switzerland under their joint brand name, with around 550 petrol stations and over 100 shops. In addition to the petrol station business, the AVIA member companies are also major suppliers of heating oil and distribute a comprehensive, high-quality range of lubricants, which includes a wide range of lubricants for motor vehicles through to industrial specialities.
AVIA member companies are investing in the future as pioneers, with a clear focus on hydrogen mobility. In the process, they are increasingly transforming themselves into energy service providers and players that offer the entire hydrogen eco-cycle, from production to filling station. From AVIA’s point of view, this is a sensible way to promote local climate-friendly mobility with green hydrogen that is produced without CO₂ emissions on the basis of renewable energies.
In addition to the success story in Switzerland, today around 80 medium-sized companies in 14 European countries with over 3000 filling stations together form AVIA INTERNATIONAL.
Benefiting from the advantages while remaining independent – a convincing concept both on a national and international level.
Learn more: www.avia.ch
As an interdisciplinary research institute of the ETH Domain, Empa, the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology, conducts cutting-edge materials and technology research. Empa’s R&D activities focus on meeting the requirements of industry and the needs of society, and thus link applications-oriented research to the practical implementation of new ideas.
Learn more: empa.ch
f-cell – Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Conference and Trade Fair
The annual event for the hydrogen and fuel cell industries provides an extensive overview for relevant international markets and industries as well as technological advancements. Now in its 21st year, the popular interactive format offers an ideal platform for experts and newcomers alike to connect, discuss and set up sustainable business relationships. f-cell consists of an international trade fair and conference with interactive plenaries and workshops.
f-cell 2022: October 4th and 5th 2022 / Messe Stuttgart
Learn more: www.f-cell.de
Since its foundation in South Korea in 1967, the Hyundai Motor Group has advanced to become the world’s number 3 car manufacturer. Over 90% of the Hyundai vehicles sold in Switzerland originate from European development and production. “Hyundai” means “modern age” and stands for an extraordinary and relatively recent success story, which was only made possible by intelligently and innovatively challenging existing ideas and breaking new ground. While some car brands are just announcing sustainable cars, Hyundai’s e-mobility vehicles have been leading the way for years.
Hyundai offers all major electric power trains for production vehicles and is continuously expanding its portfolio. By 2025, Hyundai Motor Company’s portfolio is expected to include 30 electric vehicles.
- Hybrid | Plug-in Hybrid:
KONA Hybrid | TUCSON Hybrid | SANTA FE Hybrid | TUCSON Plug-in | SANTA FE Plug-in - Electric:
KONA Electric | IONIQ 5 - Hydrogen:
NEXO
Hyundai is pursuing a dedicated vision in the field of hydrogen energy called “Hydrogen Vision 2040”, with the goal of a global hydrogen society..
Hyundai’s vision for 2040 sees the use of green hydrogen not only in transportation, but also in other areas of various industries and sectors. Hyundai’s goal is to make hydrogen energy available “to everyone, for everything, everywhere”.
Since developing the first fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) in 1998, Hyundai has been preparing for the future of hydrogen. In 2013, the TUCSON FCEV (ix35 Fuel Cell) was introduced, opening the door to mass production of FCEVs. Then, in 2018, the company launched the NEXO, a latest-generation fuel cell SUV. This was followed in 2020 by the world’s first fuel cell heavy-duty truck, the Hyundai XCIENT Fuel Cell.
Learn more: www.hyundai.ch
HZwei, the magazine for hydrogen, fuel cells and electromobility, reports in detail four times a year in the print edition on the latest developments and projects in the H2 & FC industry. The HZwei editorial team provides up-to-date information on events and campaigns, comments on developments and provides background facts.
H2-international for free – Get your free trial copy here!
Upon request, Hydrogeit Verlag will be happy to send you a free sample copy of H2-international. Before you order an annual subscription, you can first test the e-journal free of charge and without obligation.
Learn more: www.hzwei.info
Hold your conferences where other people spend their holidays: in the middle of Switzerland, in Lucerne. Easy to reach and unbeatably good when it comes to making your conference or convention a perfect event with professional organisation. The Lucerne Convention Bureau is the specialist when it comes to organize a meeting and can help finding the best location, hotel or social programme.
Learn more: www.luzern.com
Migros is a Swiss retailer – but it is also much more than that. It is the largest private employer in the country as well as the leading purchaser of Swiss agricultural products. Run as a cooperative, Migros puts people first. Anyone residing in Switzerland or in a neighbouring country can become a member of one of the ten regional Migros cooperatives free of charge and have a say in the future of the community. Due to its widespread presence, Migros plays a major role in everyday Swiss life. It would be hard to imagine Switzerland without it. Migros not only operates supermarkets and specialist markets but also the Club School, fitness centres, travel agencies and a successful bank.
Migros is also leading the way when it comes to decarbonising freight transport. It has relied on rail transport since its conception and to this day, around 50% of its domestic transports are carried out by rail. In road freight transport, Migros uses the multi-technology approach. In concrete terms, this means that it relies on a combination of various alternative drive types and continually expands its lorry fleet accordingly. Along with hydrogen-powered and electric lorries, Migros also uses biogas and biodiesel as sustainable fuels. A digital tool called “M Opex Tower” allows Migros to plan its transport logistics in such a way that it will be able to achieve a 70% reduction in its CO2 emissions from road transport by 2030.
Learn more: www.migros.ch
NZZone – premium brand advertising
«Our premium brands for your brand promotion»
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Learn more: www.nzzone.ch
«persönlich», the Swiss communications magazine for decision-makers and opinion leaders, is published 10 times a year and reports on the relevant topics of corporate management and the communications and advertising industry by means of exclusive interviews and in-depth reports. Due to its close relationship with the market, «persönlich» is considered a must-read by decision-makers in the communications industry.
Learn more: www.persoenlich.com/
Swagelok is a leading developer and provider of fluid system products, assemblies, services, and training for the oil and gas, chemical and petrochemical, semiconductor, transportation, and power industries. Swagelok also provides on-site services, consultation services, and offers custom solutions that incorporate fluid-system related project management services and inventory management support. The company was founded 1947 in Ohio, USA and serves over 70 countries through more than 200 sales and service locations nowadays. 8 of them are located in Germany, Switzerland and Austria.
Learn more: www.swagelok.com
Swissmem is the leading association for both SMEs and global corporations in the Swiss technology industry. We provide our member companies in all language regions with professional advice, offer them extensive networks, support them in digitalization and are engaging ourselves in the political context for good, entrepreneurial conditions. Our focus is on access to global export markets, enabling and promotion of innovation and a liberal labour market. We aim to train dedicated professionals at all levels for the industry and we invest heavily in future-oriented training for young people and advanced training. We trust that with these activities we contribute to an innovative, internationally competitive industry, which emphasizes as well stability and prosperity in Switzerland.
At Swissmem many member companies, associated companies and competence centers are engaged in 24 so-called “Industrial Sectors” (platforms).
In relation to the Powerfuel Conference the sectors “New Energy Systems”, “Combustion Engines” and “Aviation” have the highest involvement.
Learn more: www.swissmem.ch
Learn more: www.tecindustry.ch
From compact city cars to SUVs, sports cars and pickups, Toyota offers state-of-the-art vehicles in every category. With a broad focus on different powertrain technologies, Toyota offers gasoline, diesel, full hybrid, battery electric and hydrogen electric vehicles, and has the right engine for every need.
Learn more: toyota.ch
The Swiss Museum of Transport in Lucerne is the innovative platform for presenting future topics and is also the most visited museum in Switzerland. With the new “House of Energy” visitor experience and learning laboratory, which will open in spring 2023, the Swiss Museum of Transport is setting another milestone to make sure it will remain one of the world’s leading and creative technical museums in the future.
Learn more: www.verkehrshaus.ch
International Partner
Combining knowledge to generate solutions: On the initiative of the Federal Ministry of Labour and Economy (BMAW) and the State of Tyrol, Hydrogen Austria pools the technological and economic expertise of enterprises, research institutes and platforms from all over Austria in the area of hydrogen technology.
Learn more: www.hydrogen-austria.at
The State Agency for New Mobility Solutions and Automotive, e-mobil BW GmbH, is the central agency for innovation in mobility of the State of Baden-Württemberg. Together with partners from industry, universities and public institutions, e-mobil BW supports the industrialisation and market launch of sustainable, climate compatible and locally zero-emission mobility solutions. To this effect, it strengthens the state of Baden-Württemberg as an industrial and science centre. With the Cluster Fuel Cell BW and the Plattform H2BW, e-mobil BW supports also networking and knowledge transfer in the field of hydrogen in Baden-Württemberg.
Learn more: www.e-mobilbw.de
A climate-neutral society is the goal. Innovative technologies and concepts are the way forward. We are working on this together as a team across programs and technologies on behalf of the German federal government. We evaluate, advise and steer. We promote and translate our knowledge at the interface of politics, industry and research. Commitment, sustainability and appreciation characterize our collaboration.
Learn more: www.now-gmbh.de
Event partners
3-D-ART AG is your partner for design and implementation of your brand image since 1969. We create experiences that leave a lasting impression.
Individual worlds of experience, experience in the system at trade fairs | congresses
Customized infrastructure for events | general assemblies
POS – point of sale | promotions
Spatial Experiences | architecture
Your appearance should offer an experience: identify, impress, surprise and inspire.
Learn more: www.3-d-art.ch/
We create audiovisual experiences. Reliable work in a strong team gives us pleasure and we are proud of our technical solutions. That’s why we implement media and event technology at the highest level throughout Switzerland.
1 Team | 100 employees | 17 apprentices in 4 professions | for over 35 years | embedded in Frey+Cie Techinvest22 Holding AG
Learn more: www.bildundton.ch
Become part of the Powerfuel Days 2024
You will find more information about the Powerfuel Days 2024 here soon.
Don’t miss the chance to become part of this new and innovative event concept. Reach your potential customers at the Powerfuel Days 2024. Present your company and your portfolio to leading OEMs, decision makers, researchers and newcomers from the entire application spectrum around hydrogen, fuel cells and eFuels.
