Nordic Bridge Partner AB warmly welcome energy professionals, innovators, and decision‑makers to Vaasa EnergyWeek — the Nordic region’s leading hands‑on gathering for those shaping the future of energy. This is where industry leaders, technical experts, and bold thinkers come together to solve real challenges and accelerate the global energy transition.
We will be hosting a delegation of executive level experts and professionals to come and join this week full of interesting, informative and highly engaging programme.
Powering Africa’s Energy Transition: From Access to Industrial Competitiveness
Hosted at Vaasa Energy Week 2026
The seminar Powering Africa’s Energy Transition: From Access to Industrial Competitiveness brought together African energy leaders, Nordic technology providers, legal experts and institutional partners to explore how Africa can accelerate its shift from basic electrification challenges toward building competitive, industrial‑ready energy systems. With energy demand rising across the continent, speakers highlighted the need for scalable grids, flexible generation, financially viable utilities and regulatory alignment with global markets. The session also examined the growing impact of EU climate regulations on African exporters and Nordic companies operating in African value chains.
Organised by the National Power Training Institute of Nigeria (NAPTIN) in partnership with Nordic Bridge Partner (NBP), the event created a platform for candid dialogue and practical insights from experts working directly within African energy systems. Participants gained a clearer understanding of emerging industrial energy markets, opportunities for Nordic–African collaboration and the pathways required to turn Africa’s energy potential into sustainable economic growth. The seminar underscored Africa’s position as a rapidly expanding clean‑energy and industrial market where Nordic expertise can play a transformative role.
Speakers and panelists:
Moderator
Awa Karlsson, Managing Partner, Nordic Bridge Partner AB
Keynote
Beyond Megawatts: Law, Leadership and Human Capacity in the Global Energy Transition
Kunle Oyenusi, Director of Legal Services, NAPTIN
Expert Speakers
Developing, Building and running Power Plants in Africa
Kenneth Engblom, Vice President Africa & Europe, Wärtsilä Finland
From Flare to Value – Securing EU Market Assets Under New Methane and Carbon Rules
Rodolph Tanga, Jurist / Climate & Energy Law Expert, PhD Candidate
Panelists
- Engr. Hayatudeen Y. Ibrahim, Director of Corporate Services, NAPTIN
- Cynthia Söderbacka, Team Leader, Sustainable Energy Technology, Novia UAS
- Eugene Chandi, Senior Economist, Rural Electrification Authority, Zambia
- Kenneth Engblom, Wärtsilä Finland
- Rodolph Tanga, Climate & Energy Law Expert
- Eric Agbonlahor, Managing Director, Faed Offshore Services
Closing Remarks
- Francis Otuoba, Chief Future Architect / Managing Partner, Nordic Bridge Partner AB
- Kristoffer Jansson, EnergyVaasa Communications & Brand Manager
Connect With 180+ Energy Pioneers
EnergyWeek brings together a vibrant community of more than 180 companies at the forefront of energy innovation. It’s an ideal space to:
- Exchange knowledge and practical insights
- Explore new partnerships
- Discover cutting‑edge solutions
- Strengthen your role in global sustainable energy leadership
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