2026 Forum Program
Gas Energy Australia's 2026 National Forum brings together the leaders and key decision-makers across the LPG and associated gas sectors. The 2026 event will be held over 2 – 4 June 2026 at The Sydney Masonic Centre.
Featuring a program of expert speakers and industry voices, the Forum explores the policies and practical pathways needed to position LPG as a key contributor to Australian energy security and the clean energy transition.
Sessions will span the full breadth of the sector – from renewable liquid gases and emerging technologies to customer impacts, industry standards, regulation, logistics and operations – providing delegates with relevant, actionable insights across all facets of the industry.
For details about the Forum please download the Forum Agenda
*Please note, this program is subject to change.
Wednesday 3rd June, 2026
8:30am - 5:00pm |
Registration Desk OpenPlease come by the Registration Desk upon arrival to collect your Name Badge and Conference Satchel |
8:50am - 10:30am |
Session 1: GEA 2026 National Forum OpeningModerator: Jordan McCollum, Chief Executive Officer, Gas Energy Australia |
9:00am - 9:10am |
Welcoming AddressStephen Sheppard |
9:10am - 9:25am |
Welcome to CountryAunty Joan Bell |
9:25am - 9:40am |
Keynote Speech[To Be Confirmed] |
9:40am - 10:30am |
Industry Leaders PanelModerated by: |
10:30am - 11:00am |
Morning TeaMorning Tea provided in the Trade Exhibition Area |
11:00am - 12:30pm |
Session 2: LPG & rLG Supply OutlookModerator: Amber Fennel, GM LPG & NRC, Origin Energy |
11:00am - 11:20am |
Global LPG & rLG Supply OutlookAdrian Calcaneo |
11:20am - 11:40am |
Australian LCLF & rLG Supply OutlookKevin Low |
11:40am - 12:00pm |
LPG Supply outlook - Australia & Neighbouring MarketsTom Woodlock |
12:00pm - 12:30pm |
Panel: LPG & rLG Supply OutlookModerated by: |
12:30pm - 1:30pm |
LunchLunch Provided in the Trade Exhibition Area |
1:30pm - 3:00pm |
Session 3: Renewable Liquid GasesModerator: Georgine Roodenrys, Executive Director, Rennie Advisory |
1:40pm - 1:55pm |
BioLPG Co-productionVanessa Lenihan |
1:55pm - 2:10pm |
Barriers to LCLF and BioLPG Co-productionNeil Gardner |
2:10pm - 2:25pm |
NSW Renewable Fuels StrategyTim Stock |
2:25pm - 3:00pm |
Panel: Renewable Liquid GasesModerator: |
3:00pm - 3:30pm |
Afternoon TeaAfternoon Tea Provided in the Trade Exhibition Area |
3:30pm - 5:00pm |
Session 4: LPG Customers and ConsumptionModerator: Nick Rea, Manager Wholesale, Wesfarmers Kleenheat |
3:30pm - 3:50pm |
Customer Impacts of Albany LPG Network Phase-outMr Scott Leary MP |
3:50pm - 4:10pm |
LPG-Hybrid Power GenerationWayne Panther |
4:10pm - 4:30pm |
BioLPG Certified: Supporting Customers to DecarboniseJack Shepherd |
4:30pm - 5:00pm |
Panel: LPG Customers and ConsumptionModerator: |
5:00pm |
Day 1 Close |
6:00pm - 10:00pm |
GEA 2026 Gala DinnerFeaturing the 2026 GEA Awards |
