- Hyundai Motor Group co-hosts the global Hydrogen Council Global CEO Summit, set for December 2 to 4 in Seoul, Korea
- The CEO Summit will unite approximately 200 CEOs and executives from nearly 100 hydrogen companies worldwide
- The event marks the first large-scale business summit to use 100% hydrogen-powered transportation, featuring 50 Hyundai NEXO fuel cell SUVs and six UNIVERSE fuel cell buses
- Hyundai Motor Group aims to highlight Korea’s advanced hydrogen infrastructure through hands-on demonstrations
Hyundai Motor Group (the Group) is set to co-host the Hydrogen Council Global CEO Summit in Seoul from December 2 to 4, bringing together global leaders to discuss the future of hydrogen as a key pillar of the global energy transition.
The CEO Summit is the first global business event to exclusively utilize hydrogen-powered vehicles for all transportation, highlighting the Group’s dedication to pioneering sustainable mobility and supporting the global shift toward a hydrogen-driven economy.
The Hydrogen Council, launched at the 2017 World Economic Forum in Davos, is a global CEO-led initiative that unites companies worldwide with a shared vision and long-term ambition to advance the clean energy transition through hydrogen. As Co-Chair, Hyundai Motor Group works closely with member companies to accelerate the development and expansion of the global hydrogen ecosystem.
“As Co-Chair of the Hydrogen Council, we are honored to host the Global CEO Summit 2025 and proud to welcome global leaders to South Korea where we are delighted to showcase the strength and progress of Korea’s hydrogen industry,” said Jaehoon Chang, Vice Chair of Hyundai Motor Group. “This Summit not only highlights the industry’s dedication to hydrogen technology but also reinforces our collective commitment to turn vision into action. As demand becomes our next big test, public-private collaboration will be essential to realize hydrogen’s full potential in the next phase of scale-up.”
Pioneering a Hydrogen-Driven Event
The CEO Summit will be attended by more than 200 CEOs and senior executives from nearly 100 hydrogen companies and government officials from Korea, France, Germany and Australia.
As Co-Chair of the Hydrogen Council, the Group will provide full logistical support with its fleet of 50 Hyundai NEXO fuel cell electric vehicles and six UNIVERSE fuel cell buses, setting a new precedent for sustainability in event operations.
Delegates will also have the chance to explore Korea’s hydrogen mobility ecosystem firsthand, including a Ride & Drive experience featuring the NEXO SUVs and visits to key hydrogen infrastructure sites, including the National Assembly hydrogen refueling station.
Advancing the Hydrogen Ecosystem
The CEO Summit agenda will focus on actionable roadmaps for scaling hydrogen projects and solutions to meet global energy transition goals. Key highlights include:
- Collaborative Discussion: The CEO Summit will center on driving the next phase of hydrogen development by addressing key priorities such as demand growth, regulatory frameworks, infrastructure expansion and standardization.
- Hydrogen-Powered Technology: A video captured by Doosan Mobility Innovation’s hydrogen drone will be screened, underscoring Korea’s technological leadership in hydrogen innovation.
- Korea Market Session: The Group will host a dedicated ‘Korean Market Session’ in collaboration with leading Korean companies to spotlight their advanced hydrogen market practices.
As a pioneer in hydrogen mobility, Hyundai Motor Group reinforces its commitment to driving the global energy transition through hydrogen-powered solutions. Through its dedicated hydrogen brand and business platform, HTWO, the Group leverages end-to-end expertise—from production and storage to application—to accelerate innovation. HTWO is evolving as an open platform for collaboration, investment and partnerships, underscoring the Group’s role in building a sustainable hydrogen economy.
