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Korean-German Business Forum: HY-5 from Northern Germany – Join the Energy Transition in Europe’s leading Hydrogen Region

Nov 3 (Tue) · Lotte Hotel Ulsan | Nov 4 (Wed) · Sono Calm Goyang | 09:30–14:00

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Korean-German Business Forum
HY-5 from Northern Germany – 
Join the Energy Transition in Europe’s leading Hydrogen Region

Germany Trade & Invest, the HY-5 Initiative from Northern Germany, and the Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AHK Korea, KGCCI) are delighted to invite you to an exclusive Korean-German Business Forum: HY-5 from Northern Germany – Join the Energy Transition in Europe’s leading Hydrogen Region.

City

Ulsan

Goyang

Date & Time

Nov. 3, 2026 (Tue), 

09:30 – 14:00

Nov. 4, 2026 (Wed), 

09:30 – 14:00

Location

Charlotte Room, Lotte Hotel Ulsan

Christal Ball Room, 
Sono Calm Goyang

Language

English with simultaneous translation into Korean

 

Discover why Northern Germany is Europe's premier hub for hydrogen innovation and explore lucrative business opportunities for Korean enterprises.

 

The event will feature a comprehensive introduction to the HY-5 Region – the five northern German Federal States Bremen, Hamburg, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Niedersachsen and Schleswig-Holstein - and its thriving hydrogen ecosystem, followed by inspiring success stories and insights from two industry-leading companies through our corporate testimonials. You will also have the opportunity to engage in a dynamic live Q&A session with experts to explore collaborative pathways.

 

Join us to forge strategic partnerships and shape the future of clean energy together.

We look forward to welcoming you!

 

Please note that admission is limited to pre-registered participants. Kindly complete your registration via the link by October 28, 2026 (Wed.).

  • Program
TimeProgram & Speaker
09:30 – 10:00Registration & Networking
10.00 – 10:10

Welcome Addresses

  • Jörn Beißert, Deputy Head of Mission, German Embassy in Seoul (Goyang)
  • Anton Scholz, Hamburg Ambassador
10:10 – 10:25

Become a Part of Germany’s H₂ Industry: Market Overview

  • Katharina Viklenko, GTAI Representative in Korea
10:25 – 10:45

Showcase Northern Germany: Introduction of the five northern German Federal States

  • Bremen by Matthias Hempen, Director Asia, Bremen Invest
  • Hamburg by Stefan Matz, Director International Investment, Hamburg Invest
  • Mecklenburg-Vorpommern by Ulf Riedel, Teamleader Investment Promotion, Invest in MV
  • Niedersachsen by Olaf Krawczyk, Director Investment Promotion, Invest in Niedersachsen
  • Schleswig-Holstein by Kristian Hamel, Foreign Investment, WTSH
10:45 – 11:10

The Hydrogen Landscape in Northern Germany

  • Olaf Krawczyk, Invest in Niedersachsen
11:10 – 11:30

Testimonials

  • H2Apex from Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Dr. Jan Bellgardt, Head of Public Policy and Communication
  • ILLIES from Hamburg, Frank Koenig, President (Goyang)
11:30 – 12:00Q&A
12:00 – 13:00Networking Lunch
13:00 – 14:00Business Speed Dating

 

■ Contact: Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI)

Ms. Sun-Hwa Park, Director | Tel.: +82-2-3780-4642 | E-Mail: shpark@kgcci.com

Ms. Aro Lee, Assistant Manager | Tel.: +82-2-3780-4653 | E-Mail: arlee@kgcci.com

 

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