2026 FALL NORTH AMERICAN HYDROGEN ENGINE CONFERENCE
September 15-16, 2026 | Huntington Place, Detroit, Michigan
Fall 2026 North American Hydrogen Engine Conference
Save the Date – Sept. 15–16, 2026
The Hydrogen Engine Alliance – North America (H2EA-NA) invites you to join us in Detroit for the Fall 2026 North American Hydrogen Engine Conference. This biannual event brings together leaders from industry, academia, and government to advance hydrogen-powered internal combustion engine (H2-ICE) technology and support a low-carbon, energy-secure transportation future.
Location: Huntington Place, Detroit, Michigan
Located in the heart of downtown Detroit, Huntington Place provides a central meeting point for industry, research, and public-sector stakeholders across North America.
September 15, 2026
Members Day
Full-day, members-only program featuring keynote remarks, panel discussions, and technical sessions. The evening will feature a networking reception and conference banquet open to all registered attendees.
September 16, 2026
Open Conference Day
Full-day conference open to all registered attendees, featuring keynote remarks, panel discussions, technical presentations, and collaborative exchange.
Featured Conference Experience
See PHINIA’s H2-ICE Vehicle in Detroit
View PHINIA’s hydrogen internal combustion engine vehicle at Huntington Place and learn how the retrofitted commercial van is being evaluated through laboratory and on-road testing in the United States.
Thank You to Our Conference Sponsors
Fall 2026 Conference Sponsors
Conference Sponsor support helps advance technical exchange, collaboration, and knowledge sharing across the hydrogen engine community.
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Two Days of Technical Exchange
Use the day tabs to explore the agenda. Expand any session to view speaker names, presentation titles, biographies, and currently available presentation details.
September 15 — Members Day
Members OnlyRegistration & Breakfast Rooms 140 A/B and 140 D/E +
Check-in and registration will take place at the registration desk outside Rooms 140 A/B. A continental breakfast will be available in Rooms 140 D/E.
Opening Remarks H2EA-NA Co-Directors André Boehman and Georgios Karavalakis +
Day 1 will begin with a welcome and introduction to the member-focused program, technical discussions, and networking opportunities.
Keynote Address Speaker to be announced +
Keynote speaker and presentation details are forthcoming.
Networking Break Coffee, pastries, and refreshments +
Refreshments will be served in Rooms 140 D/E.
Session 1: Technical Presentations Robert Laverne · Etienne Macron · Hans-Peter Boehm · Carina Foster +
Select a speaker to view the presentation title, abstract, and biography.
Robert Laverne Business Development Manager, In-Gas Solutions | 10:35–10:55 a.m. +
Presentation
Next-Gen Generation: The In-Gas Solutions & HYGEN Strategic Alliance
Abstract
Abstract forthcoming.
About the Speaker
Robert Laverne serves as Business Development Manager for In-Gas Solutions, where he is responsible for customer relationships, strategic partnerships, and market development for the company’s industrial gas equipment product line. His background includes specialty-gas applications, strategic planning, and engineered systems for the handling, processing, storage, and recovery of industrial gases.
Etienne Macron R&D Tribology Programmes Manager, IREIS | 10:55–11:15 a.m. +
Presentation
Exploring Multiple Surface Engineering Routes Toward Increased Efficiency and Durability of H2-ICE
Abstract
Abstract forthcoming.
About the Speaker
Etienne Macron is a mechanical engineer with more than 20 years of research and development experience across process engineering, photovoltaic microelectronics, composites, and coatings for automotive and railway applications. He joined IREIS in 2018 and now manages its tribology team and partnership-based R&D programs.
Hans-Peter Boehm Senior Manager, Advanced Technologies and Innovation, Nagel | 11:15–11:35 a.m. +
Presentation
From Surface Engineering to Hydrogen Mobility: Enabling Combustion Stability for Fleet Solutions
Abstract
Abstract forthcoming.
About the Speaker
Hans-Peter Boehm began his career supporting engine development programs for multiple OEMs. Since joining Nagel GmbH in 2017, he has held leadership roles in research and development, abrasives, and process engineering. He currently serves as Senior Manager of Advanced Technologies and Innovation.
Carina Foster Lead Technologist, Product Development EMEA, Infineum | 11:35–11:55 a.m. +
Presentation
Formulating Engine Lubricants for H2-ICE Applications
Abstract
Formulating lubricants for hydrogen internal combustion engines (H2ICE) presents a unique set of challenges that require careful optimisation – particularly around pre‑ignition control – while still maintaining robust performance across all other critical lubricant functions. Leveraging our extensive pre‑ignition dataset, we will show how additive choice, treat rates, basestock composition and wider formulation variables influence lubricant behaviour under H2ICE conditions.
These insights enable us to assess the effectiveness of existing lubricant formulations, explore the potential for enhanced variants through targeted reformulation, and define the fundamental characteristics required for tailor-made solutions specifically designed for H2ICE operation.
Each of these pathways brings different technical trade‑offs, particularly where pre‑ignition control interacts with cleanliness, wear, oxidation, and water-handling requirements. Finally, we will show that commercial and practical considerations may ultimately drive divergent lubricant formulation strategies for hydrogen combustion technologies.
About the Speaker
Dr. Carina Foster is a Lead Technologist in Product Development EMEA at Infineum UK Ltd. She is based at the Infineum Business & Technology Centre and holds an MChem and DPhil in Chemistry from the University of Oxford.
Lunch Member networking +
Lunch and networking with fellow H2EA-NA members.
Session 2: Engines and Lubricants Panel Panelists to be announced +
Panelist and discussion details are forthcoming.
Networking Break Coffee, water, and light snacks +
Refreshments will be available in Rooms 140 D/E.
Session 3: DOE Project Panel Nathan Peters · Jason Bieneman · Thomas Waldron · Vitaly Prikhodko +
Select a speaker to view the presentation title, abstract, and biography.
Nathan Peters Technical Expert, R&D Department, Dumarey +
Panel Focus
DOE Project Panel
About the Speaker
Nathan Peters works on the development and integration of advanced powertrains in electrification, fuel cells, and combustion engines. He has more than ten years of experience in alternative-fuel engine research and serves as principal investigator on two U.S. Department of Energy projects.
Jason Bieneman Manager and Head of Technology, North American Engine Components Group, MAHLE +
Panel Focus
DOE Project Panel
About the Speaker
Jason Bieneman leads technology activities for MAHLE’s North American Engine Components group. He has more than 25 years with MAHLE and has contributed to engine-component development, low-speed pre-ignition research, and industry standards for power-cylinder design and validation.
Thomas Waldron President and Chief Executive Officer, SuperTurbo Technologies +
Panel Focus
DOE Project Panel
About the Speaker
Thomas Waldron has been with SuperTurbo Technologies since the company’s creation in 2009 and became President and CEO in 2025. His previous roles include Executive Vice President and Vice President of Operations.
Vitaly Prikhodko R&D Staff Member, Applied Catalysis and Emissions Research Group, Oak Ridge National Laboratory +
Panel Focus
DOE Project Panel
About the Speaker
Dr. Vitaly Prikhodko conducts research on emissions-control systems, exhaust aftertreatment integration, and commercial motor-vehicle safety. He holds graduate degrees in mechanical engineering from the University of Tennessee.
Closing Remarks H2EA-NA Co-Directors André Boehman and Georgios Karavalakis +
Day 1 will conclude with final reflections and acknowledgements following the members-only sessions.
Networking Reception and Banquet Open to all registered attendees | Rooms 142 A/B/C +
Join conference attendees for networking, dinner, drinks, and hors d’oeuvres in a relaxed setting designed to support conversation and cross-sector connection.
September 16 — Open Conference Day
Open to All AttendeesRegistration & Breakfast Rooms 140 A/B/C and 140 D/E +
Check-in will take place outside Rooms 140 A/B/C. A continental breakfast will be available in Rooms 140 D/E.
Opening Remarks H2EA-NA Co-Directors André Boehman and Georgios Karavalakis +
Day 2 will open with a welcome to all attendees and an introduction to the day’s agenda and featured sessions.
Keynote Address Brian Ellis, University of Michigan +
Select a speaker to view the presentation title, abstract, and biography.
Brian Ellis Co-Director, MI Hydrogen Initiative; Associate Professor, Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Michigan +
Presentation
Title forthcoming
Abstract
Abstract forthcoming.
About the Speaker
Brian Ellis is an Associate Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Michigan and co-director of the MI Hydrogen initiative. His research addresses subsurface energy resources, greenhouse-gas mitigation, geologic carbon storage, and geologic hydrogen production.
Session 1: Production, Handling and Policy Panel Matt Thorington, Bosch +
Select a speaker to view the presentation title, abstract, and biography.
Matt Thorington Engineering Manager, Fuel Cells and Electrolysis, Bosch +
Presentation
Decentralized Hydrogen Production: PEM Electrolysis Technology for Implementation Today
Abstract
Local-for-local advantages enabled by distributed electrolyzers producing hydrogen at the point of use, avoiding costly transport while improving reliability and economics. A decentralized model, especially during early phases of adoption, can meet Distributed demand where Numerous industrial and commercial users are widely distributed, with varied needs and limited access to centralized infrastructure. Sector-specific drivers are caused by diverse use cases with sector-dependent economics driven by location, off-take demands, size, purity, and utilization.
About the Speaker
Matt Thorington is an engineering manager in Bosch’s Power Solutions Division with experience in hydrogen electrolyzer stacks, PEM fuel-cell systems, commercial-vehicle applications, hybrid powertrains, waste-heat recovery, and diesel fuel injection.
Networking Break Coffee, pastries, and refreshments +
Refreshments will be served in Rooms 140 D/E. Note: the currently published agenda shows an overlap with the preceding panel; confirm final timing before publication.
Session 2: Technical Presentations Stefan Sterlepper · Margaret Wooldridge · Georgios Karavalakis +
Select a speaker to view the presentation title, abstract, and biography.
Stefan Sterlepper Chief Engineer, RWTH Aachen University | 10:55–11:20 a.m. +
Presentation
Title forthcoming
Abstract
Abstract forthcoming.
About the Speaker
Stefan Sterlepper is Chief Engineer at RWTH Aachen University’s Chair of Thermodynamics of Mobile Energy Conversion Systems and leads the institute’s hydrogen activities across hydrogen engines, fuel cells, and electrolyzers. He also serves as Managing Director of SupplHyInno Rhineland.
Margaret Wooldridge Professor, Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan | 11:20–11:45 a.m. +
Presentation
Some Insights into “Abnormal” Hydrogen Ignition and Combustion Behavior
Abstract
Professor Margaret Wooldridge is the Walter J. Weber, Jr. Professor of Sustainable Energy, Environmental and Earth Systems Engineering, and an Arthur F. Thurnau Professor in the Departments of Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Michigan. She received her Ph.D. and M.S. degrees in mechanical engineering (M.S.) from Stanford University and her B.S. M.E. degree from the University of Illinois at Champagne/Urbana. Prof. Wooldridge was on the faculty at Texas A&M University in 1995 before joining the University of Michigan in 1998. Her research program spans diverse areas where high-temperature chemically reacting systems are critical, including power and propulsion systems, fuel chemistry, and synthesis methods for advanced nanostructured materials. Her research team has pioneered methods for characterizing fundamental fuel properties and performance in modern spark-ignition and gas turbine engines. She is a fellow of the Combustion Institute, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and of the Society of Automotive Engineers
About the Speaker
Margaret Wooldridge is the Walter J. Weber, Jr. Professor of Sustainable Energy, Environmental and Earth Systems Engineering and an Arthur F. Thurnau Professor at the University of Michigan. Her research focuses on high-temperature reacting systems, power and propulsion, fuel chemistry, and advanced materials.
Georgios Karavalakis H2EA-NA Co-Director; Professor, University of California, Riverside | 11:45 a.m.–12:10 p.m. +
Presentation
On-Road Evaluation of the PHINIA H2-ICE Vehicle
Abstract
Abstract forthcoming.
About the Speaker
Georgios Karavalakis is a Professor in the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering at UC Riverside and a researcher at CE-CERT. His work focuses on combustion engines, alternative fuels, transportation emissions, and the environmental performance of emerging engine technologies.
Lunch Open to all conference attendees +
Lunch will be provided in Rooms 140 D/E.
Session 3: Technical Presentations Timothy Fogarty · Tarek Abdel-Baset · Additional speakers forthcoming +
Select a speaker to view the presentation title, abstract, and biography.
Timothy Fogarty Chief Executive Officer and Founder, PCC Hydrogen | 1:35–2:00 p.m. +
Presentation
Accelerating Clean Hydrogen Deployment with Differentiated, Scalable, and Cost-Effective Production — Real-World Deployment Validating Grid Support and ZEV Enablement
Abstract
Abstract forthcoming.
About the Speaker
Timothy Fogarty is CEO and Founder of PCC Hydrogen and CEO of Pyrochem Catalyst Company. His background includes energy technology investment, mining, fuel-cell power systems, finance, and commercialization of emerging energy technologies.
Tarek Abdel-Baset Director, Business Development, Hydrogen Storage Systems, FORVIA | 2:00–2:25 p.m. +
Presentation
Detroit Hydrogen Ecosystem — 2026 Update
Abstract
Abstract forthcoming.
About the Speaker
Tarek Abdel-Baset leads hydrogen-storage business development for FORVIA in North America. He brings more than two decades of automotive experience spanning hydrogen storage, fuel cells, policy, research programs, prototype development, and industry collaboration.
Speaker to Be Announced 2:25–2:50 p.m. +
Presentation
Details forthcoming.
Speaker to Be Announced 2:50–3:15 p.m. +
Presentation
Details forthcoming.
Networking Break Coffee, water, and light snacks +
Refreshments will be available in Rooms 140 D/E.
Session 4: Hydrogen Safety and Codes & Standards for Heavy-Duty Transportation Nick Barilo · Livio Gambone · Chad Fohne · Lennie Klebanoff +
Select a speaker to view the presentation title, abstract, and biography.
Nick Barilo Executive Director, Center for Hydrogen Safety; Hydrogen Safety Program Manager, PNNL +
Presentation
Hydrogen Hazards, Safe Practices, and Where to Find Help
Abstract
This talk provides a concise, practical overview of the primary hazards associated with hydrogen, including invisible flames, flammability, and leak behavior, and the basic strategies used to address them. Attendees will come away with a clearer picture of what safe hydrogen operations look like and where to find additional guidance. The Center for Hydrogen Safety (CHS) and its available resources are introduced as a key industry hub for ongoing learning and support.
About the Speaker
Nick Barilo is Executive Director of the Center for Hydrogen Safety and Hydrogen Safety Program Manager at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. A licensed fire-protection engineer, he has more than 40 years of experience in hydrogen safety, best practices, education, and first-responder readiness.
Livio Gambone Principal, Hydrogenium Consulting, LLC +
Presentation
Best Practices for Ensuring Hydrogen Vehicle Safety
Abstract
The presentation will focus on best practices to ensure safe vehicle design as it relates to hydrogen storage, hydrogen delivery (to the H2-ICE), hydrogen emissions, hydrogen fueling and vehicle crash and fire safety. Reference to applicable national standards and regulations, along with considerations for additional due diligence efforts will be woven into each of the subsystems and service conditions discussed.
About the Speaker
Livio Gambone advises on hydrogen fuel-system design, performance, safety, and codes and standards. He previously led hydrogen storage and fuel-cell teams at Nikola Corporation and testing and certification activities at Powertech Labs and CSA Group.
Chad Fohne Fuel Delivery System Engineering and Integration Leader, Cummins Inc. +
Presentation
Earned Insights: Cummins’ Journey with Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engines
Abstract
Cummins has been at the forefront of hydrogen internal combustion engine development, and the path forward has been as instructive as it has been promising. This session draws on firsthand experience to share what the journey has actually looked like, from early development challenges to preparing for real-world deployment. Attendees will get a candid look at the safety considerations that must be built into H2 ICE programs from the ground up, including lessons that only come from doing the work.
About the Speaker
Chad Fohne leads global development and integration of fuel-delivery systems for natural gas and hydrogen applications at Cummins. He has 20 years of experience in gaseous-fuel technologies, customer support, product integration, and on-highway engine platforms.
Lennie Klebanoff Staff Scientist, Sandia National Laboratories +
Presentation
H2-Powered Ships: From Feasibility Studies to First Approved Vessels
Abstract
This talk will cover the motivations for basing ship propulsion power on hydrogen. It will describe the first studies showing the basic feasibility, and the first vessels that have been designed, built, approved, and are now operational. Focus will be given to the safety-related issues that had to be managed in the vessel designs, and the regulatory approval process relevant to using hydrogen fuel cell technology for powering boats.
About the Speaker
Lennie Klebanoff is a Staff Scientist at Sandia National Laboratories with extensive experience in hydrogen storage, maritime hydrogen, fuel-cell market development, surface science, and advanced manufacturing. He has authored 140 publications and holds 40 issued patents.
Closing Remarks H2EA-NA Co-Directors André Boehman and Georgios Karavalakis +
The conference will conclude with final acknowledgements and appreciation for speakers, Conference Sponsors, partners, and attendees.
About the Venue
Located along the Detroit Riverfront, Huntington Place is one of the premier convention destinations in North America and serves as the host venue for the Fall 2026 North American Hydrogen Engine Conference.
Huntington Place is the 16th largest convention center in the United States, welcoming approximately one million visitors annually from across the country and around the world. Originally opened in 1960, the facility has evolved into a modern, full-service venue supporting major conferences, conventions, and industry events. Today, Huntington Place is operated by the Detroit Regional Convention Facility Authority and managed by Legends Global, supporting a wide range of large-scale technical and industry gatherings.
Address: Huntington Place, 1 Washington Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48226
Getting There & Visitor Information
Huntington Place provides comprehensive resources to help you plan your visit, including parking, accommodations, accessibility, and local attractions.
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Fall 2026 Conference
Meet the Speakers
Explore the industry, research, and public-sector experts contributing to the Fall 2026 North American Hydrogen Engine Conference. Speaker information will continue to be updated as the program is finalized.
September 15, 2026
Day One — Members-Only Sessions
Session 1 — Technical Presentations
Hans-Peter Boehm
Senior Manager, Advanced Technologies and Innovation, Nagel
View biography
Hans-Peter Boehm began his career supporting engine-development programs for multiple OEMs. Since joining Nagel GmbH in 2017, he has held leadership roles in research and development, abrasives, and process engineering. He currently serves as Senior Manager of Advanced Technologies and Innovation.
Session 1 — Technical Presentations
Carina Foster
Lead Technologist, Product Development EMEA, Infineum
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Dr. Carina Foster is a Lead Technologist in Product Development EMEA at Infineum UK Ltd., based at the Infineum Business & Technology Centre in the United Kingdom. She holds an MChem and a DPhil in Chemistry from the University of Oxford.
Session 1 — Technical Presentations
Robert Laverne
Business Development Manager, In-Gas Solutions
View biography
Robert Laverne serves as Business Development Manager for In-Gas Solutions, where he develops customer relationships, strategic partnerships, and market opportunities for the company’s industrial gas equipment product line. His background includes specialty-gas applications, strategic planning, and engineered systems for the handling, processing, storage, and recovery of industrial gases.
Session 1 — Technical Presentations
Etienne Macron
R&D Tribology Programmes Manager, IREIS
View biography
Etienne Macron is a mechanical engineer with more than 20 years of research and development experience across process engineering, photovoltaic microelectronics, composite materials, and coatings for automotive and railway applications. He joined IREIS in 2018 and now manages its tribology team and partnership-based R&D programs.
Session 3 — DOE Project Panel
Nathan Peters
Technical Expert, R&D Department, Dumarey
View biography
Nathan Peters works on the development and integration of advanced powertrains in electrification, fuel cells, and combustion engines. He has more than ten years of experience in alternative-fuel engine research and serves as principal investigator on two U.S. Department of Energy projects.
Session 3 — DOE Project Panel
Jason Bieneman
Manager and Head of Technology, North American Engine Components Group, MAHLE
View biography
Jason Bieneman leads technology activities for MAHLE’s North American Engine Components group. He has more than 25 years with MAHLE and has contributed to engine-component development, low-speed pre-ignition research, and industry standards for power-cylinder design and validation.
Session 3 — DOE Project Panel
Thomas Waldron
President and Chief Executive Officer, SuperTurbo Technologies
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Thomas Waldron has been with SuperTurbo Technologies since the company’s creation in 2009 and was appointed President and CEO in 2025. His previous roles include Executive Vice President and Vice President of Operations.
Session 3 — DOE Project Panel
Vitaly Prikhodko
R&D Staff Member, Oak Ridge National Laboratory
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Dr. Vitaly Prikhodko conducts research on emissions-control systems, exhaust-aftertreatment integration, and commercial motor-vehicle safety. He holds graduate degrees in mechanical engineering from the University of Tennessee.
September 16, 2026
Day Two — Open Conference Day
Keynote Address
Brian Ellis
Co-Director, MI Hydrogen Initiative; Associate Professor, University of Michigan
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Brian Ellis is an Associate Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Michigan and co-director of the MI Hydrogen initiative. His research addresses subsurface energy resources, greenhouse-gas mitigation, geologic carbon storage, and geologic hydrogen production.
Session 1 — Production and Handling Panel
Matt Thorington
Engineering Manager, Fuel Cells and Electrolysis, Bosch
View biography
Matt Thorington is an engineering manager in Bosch’s Power Solutions Division with experience in hydrogen electrolyzer stacks, PEM fuel-cell systems, commercial-vehicle applications, hybrid powertrains, waste-heat recovery, and diesel fuel injection.
Session 2 — Technical Presentations
Georgios Karavalakis
H2EA-NA Co-Director; Professor, University of California, Riverside
View biography
Dr. Georgios Karavalakis is a Professor in the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering at UC Riverside and a researcher at CE-CERT. His work focuses on combustion engines, alternative fuels, transportation emissions, and the environmental performance of emerging engine technologies.
Session 2 — Technical Presentations
Stefan Sterlepper
Chief Engineer, RWTH Aachen University
View biography
Stefan Sterlepper is Chief Engineer at RWTH Aachen University’s Chair of Thermodynamics of Mobile Energy Conversion Systems and leads the institute’s hydrogen activities across hydrogen engines, fuel cells, and electrolyzers. He also serves as Managing Director of SupplHyInno Rhineland.
Session 2 — Technical Presentations
Margaret Wooldridge
Professor, Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan
View biography
Margaret Wooldridge is the Walter J. Weber, Jr. Professor of Sustainable Energy, Environmental and Earth Systems Engineering and an Arthur F. Thurnau Professor at the University of Michigan. Her research focuses on high-temperature reacting systems, power and propulsion, fuel chemistry, and advanced materials.
Session 3 — Technical Presentations
Tarek Abdel-Baset
Director, Business Development, Hydrogen Storage Systems, FORVIA
View biography
Tarek Abdel-Baset leads hydrogen-storage business development for FORVIA in North America. He brings more than two decades of automotive experience spanning hydrogen storage, fuel cells, policy, research programs, prototype development, and industry collaboration.
Session 3 — Technical Presentations
Timothy Fogarty
Chief Executive Officer and Founder, PCC Hydrogen
View biography
Timothy Fogarty is CEO and Founder of PCC Hydrogen and CEO of Pyrochem Catalyst Company. His background includes energy-technology investment, mining, fuel-cell power systems, finance, and commercialization of emerging energy technologies.
Session 4 — Safety Panel
Nick Barilo
Executive Director, Center for Hydrogen Safety; Program Manager, PNNL
View biography
Nick Barilo is Executive Director of the Center for Hydrogen Safety and Hydrogen Safety Program Manager at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. A licensed fire-protection engineer, he has more than 40 years of experience in hydrogen safety, best practices, education, and first-responder readiness.
Session 4 — Safety Panel
Livio Gambone
Principal, Hydrogenium Consulting, LLC
View biography
Livio Gambone advises on hydrogen fuel-system design, performance, safety, and codes and standards. He previously led hydrogen storage and fuel-cell teams at Nikola Corporation and testing and certification activities at Powertech Labs and CSA Group.
Session 4 — Safety Panel
Chad Fohne
Fuel Delivery System Engineering and Integration Leader, Cummins Inc.
View biography
Chad Fohne leads global development and integration of fuel-delivery systems for natural gas and hydrogen applications at Cummins. He has 20 years of experience in gaseous-fuel technologies, customer support, product integration, and on-highway engine platforms.
Session 4 — Safety Panel
Lennie Klebanoff
Staff Scientist, Sandia National Laboratories
View biography
Lennie Klebanoff is a Staff Scientist at Sandia National Laboratories with extensive experience in hydrogen storage, maritime hydrogen, fuel-cell market development, surface science, and advanced manufacturing. He has authored 140 publications and holds 40 issued patents.
Speaker lineup, presentation titles, and session assignments are subject to change.
Support the Fall 2026 Conference
Sponsorship Opportunities
Connect with leaders across the hydrogen engine ecosystem and support technical exchange, collaboration, and knowledge sharing in Detroit.
Bronze
$1,500
Conference Sponsor
- 2 complimentary conference registrations
- Small logo placement on the conference website, program, break slides, and onsite welcome sign
- Sponsor display table in the conference networking area
- Inclusion in the post-event Conference Sponsor thank-you email
Silver
$2,500
Conference Sponsor
- 3 complimentary conference registrations
- Medium logo placement on the conference website, program, break slides, onsite welcome sign, and venue monitors near the conference networking area
- Verbal recognition during conference remarks
- Preferred sponsor display table placement in the networking area
- Inclusion in the post-event Conference Sponsor thank-you email
Gold
$5,000
Conference Sponsor
- 5 complimentary conference registrations
- Large logo placement on the conference website, program, break slides, onsite welcome sign, and venue monitors near the conference networking area
- Dedicated Gold Conference Sponsor logo recognition near the networking reception and banquet area
- Verbal recognition during conference remarks and at the networking banquet
- Priority sponsor display table placement in the networking area
- Featured inclusion in the post-event Conference Sponsor thank-you email
Interested in becoming a Conference Sponsor?
Contact the H2EA-NA conference team to confirm availability and next steps.
Fall 2026 Conference
Choose Your Registration
Join the hydrogen engine community in Detroit for technical exchange, expert insight, and cross-sector collaboration.
Member Registration
$500
Available to current H2EA-NA members.
2-Day Access
- Conference programming on September 15–16, 2026
- Members Day programming, technical sessions, and collaborative discussions
- Networking reception and conference banquet on September 15
- Standard registration closes September 6, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
General Registration
$500
Open to attendees who are not current H2EA-NA members.
1-Day Access
- Open Conference Day programming on September 16, 2026
- Keynotes, expert panels, technical presentations, and discussions
- Networking reception and conference banquet on September 15
- Standard registration closes September 6, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
September 7–16, 2026
Late Registration
A late registration rate of $600 applies to all registrations submitted after September 6.
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