2 - 4 Mar 2027 | Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre

Future Energy Challenge: Startup Pitch Showcase

Call for Speakers 2027

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Part of the Energy Exchange Australia conference program, the Future Energy Challenge is designed for early-stage technology startups less than two years old. This fast-paced pitch session gives emerging innovators a platform to showcase their solutions for oil and gas, subsea, decommissioning, and the full spectrum of energy technologies, while gaining direct feedback from industry leaders and opening doors to future commercial opportunities.

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Session Snapshot

Time: 13:00-14:15, Day 3 (4 March 2027)
Format: Five startups will each deliver a five-minute pitch, followed by five minutes of feedback from a panel of four judges.
Audience: Early-stage tech startups, Energy Exchange Australia delegates, oil and gas leaders, subsea specialists, decommissioning professionals, energy technology companies, investors, innovation teams, and potential customers.
Judging panel: Four industry judges, with full panel to be confirmed.

Why Startups Should Apply

This is more than a pitch slot. It is a chance to put your startup in front of decision-makers from across the Energy Exchange Australia community, including oil and gas, subsea, decommissioning, and broader energy technology sectors. Whether you are validating your solution, building market credibility, or looking for your next commercial pathway, the Future Energy Challenge offers practical exposure and valuable feedback in a high-impact conference setting.

Winner Opportunities

  • Fast-track procurement: Create a clearer pathway to industry engagement and potential customer conversations.
  • Industry exposure: Gain visibility with senior leaders, innovation teams, and potential partners.
  • EXA pin recognition: Receive recognition that can help signal credibility and momentum.
  • EXA 2028 exhibition package: Secure future event presence to continue building your profile with the market.
  • Commercial credibility: Use the achievement to strengthen future partnership, procurement, and commercial negotiations.

Sponsorship Opportunity

The Future Energy Challenge is a sponsorable Energy Exchange Australia program feature for organisations wanting to align with innovation, entrepreneurship, and emerging energy tech and innovations. Sponsorship offers brand visibility alongside a high-energy session that connects early-stage startups with leaders and potential customers across oil and gas, subsea, decommissioning, and the wider energy sector.

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