Business Finland is organizing a Trade Mission to Seoul, South Korea on 24-27 September 2024. This delegation would present a significant opportunity for collaboration and exploration of synergies between Finland and South Korea, focusing on hydrogen and derivatives value chains.
Strategic Trade Relationships: South Korea's established position as a leader in the hydrogen market, with its ambitious Hydrogen Economy Roadmap and significant investments in hydrogen infrastructure and technology, offers Finland an opportunity to engage with advanced hydrogen initiatives and learn from South Korea's experiences.
Hydrogen Economy Leadership: South Korea's leadership in the hydrogen economy provides Finland an excellent opportunity to collaborate on cutting-edge hydrogen projects and technologies.
Collaboration on Green Initiatives: Finland's focus on sustainability aligns with South Korea's clean energy goals. Collaborative projects could support the decarbonization efforts of both countries, contributing to their emissions reduction targets.
Technology and Investment Opportunities: South Korea is seeking international collaborations to secure hydrogen supplies and advance technologies throughout the entire value chain. Finland's participation could facilitate technology exchange, joint research, and attract investments in clean energy projects.
Business Finland provides market advice and support in relations building in South Korea. This delegation is embedded in the activity plan under the Hydrogen and Batteries Program which facilitates companies' approach and international partnerships. Please see the current Market Opportunity for South Korea.
Please note that as initially planned as part of this visit, the trade mission to Australia on 12-13 September 2024 will not be implemented.
Program
The program in South Korea on September 24-27 will include attendance in the H2 MEET 2024 Exhibition & Conference – H2 Mobility Energy Environment Technology. The agenda features conference sessions, a dedicated Finland Country Day session to showcase Finland’s innovative solutions, a networking dinner, and meeting opportunities with exhibitors from over 20 countries. Additionally, there will be group or individual visits to major stakeholders in the hydrogen industry in South Korea. This mission will provide an excellent platform for gaining insights into South Korea’s advanced hydrogen sector and exploring potential business collaborations. No fees apply for attending the exhibition.
Who should attend?
The visit is aimed for Finnish companies that offer technologies and solutions for/including: electrolysis, Biogas to hydrogen production, Steel blast furnace gas to hydrogen production, CCUS technologies, Liquefaction technologies, Hydrogen/Ammonia co-generation technologies, Biogas upgrading technologies, Ammonia cracking, High efficiency fuel cell systems and fuel cell supporting technologies, Material (including hydrogen) handling and heavy-duty equipment such as hydrogen compressors, dispensers, etc.
Practicalities
To cover the expenses of arranging the visit to South Korea during 24-27 September 2024, Business Finland will charge a participation fee.
- Micro businesses and SMEs: EUR 1105 + VAT per person
- Major companies: EUR 1300 + VAT per person
Business Finland will invoice the participation fee after the visit based on the actual costs. The invoiced fee will not exceed the amounts mentioned above. Kindly note that the participation fee does not include flights or accommodation of the participant nor meals outside the business delegation program.
