2026 FALL NORTH AMERICAN HYDROGEN ENGINE CONFERENCE
September 15-16, 2026 | Huntington Place, Detroit, Michigan
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 stakeholders across North America.
September 15, 2026
(Members-Only)
Full-day, members-only program featuring keynote remarks, panel discussions, and technical sessions. The evening will feature a networking reception and banquet for all attendees.
September 16, 2026
(Open Day)
Full-day conference open to all attendees, featuring keynote remarks, panel discussions, and technical sessions.
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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Program
Please note that this is a tentative agenda, and details are subject to change.
September 15, 2026
Members-Only Sessions
Check-in and registration will take place at the registration desk located outside Rooms 140 A/B. Attendees are invited to enjoy a continental breakfast in Rooms 140 D/E before the start of the conference program.
Day 1 will begin with opening remarks from H2EA-NA Co-Directors André Boehman and Georgios Karavalakis. The session will welcome attendees and introduce the day’s member-only programming, technical discussions, and networking opportunities.
TBA
Take a break between sessions and enjoy coffee, pastries, and refreshments served in Rooms 140 D/E. This is a great opportunity to recharge, connect with fellow attendees, and continue conversations from the morning sessions.
10:30 AM – 10:50 AM: TBA
10:50 AM – 11:10 AM: Etienne MACRON, R&D Tribology Programmes Manager, IREIS
Exploring multiple surface engineering routes towards increased efficiency and durability of H2 ICE
11:10 AM – 11:30 AM: Hans-Peter Bohm, Senior Manager Advanced Technologies and Innovation, Naegel
From Surface Engineering to Hydrogen Mobility: Enabling Combustion Stability for Fleet Solutions
11:30 AM – 11:50 AM: Carina Foster, Lead Technologist Product Development EMEA, Infineum
Formulating Engine Lubricants for H2ICE Application
Enjoy lunch and networking with fellow H2EA-NA members.
TBA
Coffee, water, and light snacks will be available in Rooms 140 D/E during the afternoon networking break. Attendees are encouraged to relax, connect with colleagues, and visit with exhibitors and partners before the next session begins.
TBA
Day 1 will conclude with closing remarks from H2EA-NA Co-Directors André Boehman and Georgios Karavalakis following the member-only sessions. The session will wrap up the day’s discussions and recognize the contributions of attendees, speakers, and partners.
Networking Banquet
Rooms 142A/B/C
Join fellow conference attendees for an evening of networking, dinner, drinks, and hors d’oeuvres at the Networking Reception and Banquet. Connect with industry leaders, researchers, partners, and colleagues in a relaxed setting designed to encourage conversation and collaboration beyond the conference sessions.
September 16, 2026
Open Sessions
Check-in and registration will take place at the registration desk located outside Rooms 140 A/B/C. Attendees are invited to enjoy a continental breakfast in Rooms 140 D/E before the start of the conference program.
Day 2 will open with remarks from H2EA-NA Co-Directors André Boehman and Georgios Karavalakis as the conference welcomes all attendees for the final day of programming. The session will introduce the day’s agenda, featured speakers, and sessions.
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TBA
Take a break between sessions and enjoy coffee, pastries, and refreshments served in Rooms 140 D/E. This is a great opportunity to recharge, connect with fellow attendees, and continue conversations from the morning sessions.
TBA
Lunch will be provided for all conference attendees and served in Rooms 140 D/E. Use this time to network with fellow attendees, speakers, and industry partners while enjoying a midday break from conference programming.
TBA
Coffee, water, and light snacks will be available in Rooms 140 D/E during the afternoon networking break. Attendees are encouraged to relax, connect with colleagues, and visit with exhibitors and partners before the next session begins.
TBA
The conference will conclude with final closing remarks from H2EA-NA Co-Directors André Boehman and Georgios Karavalakis. The session will close out the conference program with final acknowledgements and appreciation for speakers, sponsors, partners, and attendees.
Speakers
Speaker lineup is subject to change and will continue to be updated as additional speakers are confirmed. Please check back regularly for the latest information.
Day One (Members-Only Sessions)
Hans-Peter Bohm
Senior Manager Advanced Technologies and Innovation, Nagel
Dr. Hans-Peter Bohm began his career as a Contract Design Engineer from 2007 to 2010, where he supported engine development programs for multiple OEMs. He then pursued a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at Graz University of Technology from 2010 to 2017. Since 2017, he has been with Nagel GmbH, holding various leadership roles, including Department Manager for R&D (Abrasives & Processes). He currently serves as Senior Manager of Advanced Technologies & Innovation.
Presentation: From Surface Engineering to Hydrogen Mobility: Enabling Combustion Stability for Fleet Solutions
Carina Foster
Lead Technologist Product Development EMEA, Infineum
Dr Carina Foster is a Lead Technologist in Product Development EMEA at Infineum UK Ltd, based at the Infineum Business & Technology Centre in the UK. She holds an MChem and a DPhil in Chemistry from the University of Oxford.
Presentation: Formulating Engine Lubricants for H2-ICE Application
Etienne MACRON
R&D Tribology Programmes Manager, IREIS
Etienne MACRON graduated in 2001 in mechanical engineering from the Technical University of Compiègne (France). He has a 20-year experience in running research and development activities in different technological fields including process engineering, micro-electronics for photovoltaic energy, plastic composites materials and coatings for automotive and railway applications. In 2018, he joined IREIS, the R&D subsidiary of the HEG Groupe specialised in materials and surfaces engineering for multiple industrial sectors. He is now the manager of the tribology team, responsible for the development of partnerships and tribology-oriented R&D programs.
Presentation: Exploring multiple surface engineering routes towards increased efficiency and durability of H2 ICE
Day Two (Open Sessions)
Tarek Abdel-Baset
Director, Business Development, Hydrogen Storage Systems, Forvia
Tarek Abdel-Baset serves as Director of Business Development for Hydrogen Storage Systems in North America within the Clean Mobility division at FORVIA, where he leads the company’s zero-emissions business development activities in the region. Tarek has extensive experience in product research, innovation, government collaboration, contract, and intellectual property development. Tarek joined Faurecia in 2022, bringing with him over two decades of automotive industry experience. Prior to his current role, Tarek served as Chief Engineer for Faurecia Hydrogen Storage Solutions. Before joining Faurecia, Tarek was an Advanced Electrified Propulsion Systems Engineer at Stellantis from 2020 to 2022 and held various positions at Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), including Program Manager, Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Storage Engineer, and Business and Policy Strategist. During his two decades at Chrysler, Tarek developed new features for the Advanced Development Engineering department, implemented research programs addressing hydrogen storage issues and built prototypes. Tarek also served as Chrysler’s representative to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) on Freedom Car Consortiums, aided as the industry co-chair for the Hydrogen Storage tech team and lead industry participation on the development of DOEs hydrogen storage targets for light duty vehicles. Tarek holds a degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Waterloo in Ontario, Canada. He is instrumental in FORVIA’s zero-emissions journey, supporting every activity that brings the company closer to becoming a leader in fuel cell systems in the region.
Presentation: Detroit Hydrogen Ecosystem – 2026 Update
Timothy Fogarty
Chief Executive Officer and FoundeR, PCC Hydrogen
Mr. Timothy Fogarty is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of PCCH2.He currently serves as the CEO of Pyrochem Catalyst Company and PCC Hydrogen, both Crimson Hill portfolio companies. Prior to PCC Hydrogen, Mr. Fogarty co-founded NALC, LLC, a hard rock mining company that was sold to a strategic buyer in 2019. Mr. Fogarty was the Vice President of Energy programs at Innovation Works (“IW”) in Pittsburgh PA, where he managed a pool of over $10 million dedicated to energy technology investments. Prior to NALC, he founded and was co-CEO of Phoenix Coal Corporation, a coal technology & mining company formed to commercialize a clean coal technology licensed from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Phoenix completed an IPO in July 2008. He also served as CFO for INI Power Systems, a fuel cell company developing portable power solutions for military applications. Mr. Fogarty was the Power Technologies Equity Research Analyst at Thomas Weisel Partners, LLC in New York City. Mr. Fogarty graduated from Harvard University after which he served in the United States Marine Corps as an infantry officer.
Presentation: Accelerating Clean Hydrogen Deployment with Differentiated, Scalable, and Cost-Effective Production — Real-World Deployment Validating Grid Support and ZEV Enablement
Stefan Sterlepper
Chief Engineer, Chair of Thermodynamics of Mobile Energy Conversion Systems, RWTH Aachen University
Stefan Sterlepper is Chief Engineer at the Chair of Thermodynamics of Mobile Energy Conversion Systems at RWTH Aachen University and leads the institute’s hydrogen activities. This includes research on hydrogen combustion engines, but also on fuel cells and electrolyzers. In parallel he acts as Managing Director of SupplHyInno Rhineland, the Hydrogen Clusters4Future initiative that accelerates innovation transfer along the hydrogen ecosystem in Germany. He connects more than 50 industry partners and 25 research institutes in nine directly funded and over 50 associated research projects. Before that, he was research group leader for emissions and aftertreatment of mobile propulsion systems. He studied mechanical engineering and energy technologies at RWTH Aachen and did his PhD on aging of gasoline particulate filters for automotive applications
Presentation: TBA
Matt Thorington
Engineering Manager Fuel Cells and Electrolysis, Bosch
Matt Thorington is an Engineering Manager, Hydrogen Electrolyzer Stacks in the Power Solutions Division at Robert Bosch LL. Matt has been working in the hydrogen field for ~8 years, with experience in PEM Fuel Cell stacks and systems, launching a system for HD trucks in NA in 2023. He was the Principle Investigator of a DOE-VTO project for Electrification Technologies called MURECP, where BOSCH and project partners developed an innovative powersplit hybrid transmission for commercial vehicles. Previous automotive experience includes Waste Heat Recovery systems and Diesel Fuel Injection systems, living in Germany for 3 years in total.
Presentation: Decentralized Hydrogen Production: PEM Electrolysis Technology for Implementation Today
Sponsorship Opportunities
Bronze
$1,500
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2 complimentary registrations
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Small company logo displayed on the conference website and promotional materials and break slides
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Sponsor display table in the conference networking area
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Inclusion in post-event thank-you email
Silver
$2,500
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3 complimentary registrations
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Medium company logo displayed on website, promotional materials, and conference break slide
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Sponsor recognition of the networking breaks (includes on-site signage and verbal acknowledgment)
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Inclusion in post-event email thank-you email
Gold
$5,000
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5 complimentary registrations
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Large company logo prominently displayed on website, promotional materials, and conference break slide
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Receive recognition as the presenting sponsor of the Networking Banquet
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Priority sponsor display table placement in the conference networking area
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Inclusion in post-event email thank-you email
To secure your sponsorship or learn more about available opportunities, please contact us at: info@h2engine-alliance.org
Registration
Member Registration
- Two full days of conference programming on September 15-16, 2026
- Includes networking banquet, September 15, 5:00-8:00 PM
- Registration closes September 6, 2026 at 11:59 PM
General Registration
- One full day of conference programming on September 16, 2026
- Includes networking banquet, September 15, 5:00-8:00 PM
- Registration closes September 6, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Late Registration
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