Hyundai Motor Group will co-host the Hydrogen Council Global CEO Summit in Seoul from December 2 to 4, uniting influential global industry leaders to shape the future of hydrogen as a cornerstone of the world’s clean energy transition.
In a bold showcase of hydrogen’s real-world readiness, the Summit will become the first global business event to exclusively use hydrogen-powered vehicles for all on-ground transportation, underscoring Hyundai’s unwavering commitment to sustainable mobility and a zero-emission future.
Established during the 2017 World Economic Forum in Davos, the Hydrogen Council is a global CEO-led alliance that brings together leading companies with a shared mission to accelerate the adoption and scaling of hydrogen solutions worldwide. As Co-Chair, Hyundai Motor Group plays a pivotal role in advancing innovation, industry collaboration, and commercialization across the global hydrogen ecosystem.
Jaehoon Chang, Vice Chair, Hyundai Motor Group, said: “As Co-Chair of the Hydrogen Council, we are honored to host the Global CEO Summit 2025 and welcome global leaders to South Korea, where we proudly showcase the strength and progress of the nation’s hydrogen industry. This Summit reinforces our shared commitment to transforming vision into action. As growing demand becomes our next major challenge, deep public-private collaboration will be essential to unlock hydrogen’s full potential at scale.”
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.
