Gastech 2026 Opening in Bangkok

On September 14, 2026, Gastech 2026 officially opened in Bangkok, Thailand, under the theme “Where Global Supply Meets Demand.” The press release from dmg events describes the gathering as the largest natural‑gas and LNG exhibition worldwide for the year, drawing more than 50,000 attendees representing over 150 countries. The exhibition floor hosted 800+ global exhibitors and 800+ high‑level speakers, while the conference programme featured 20+ senior ministers from Asia, Europe, Africa and the Middle East, alongside CEOs from leading energy firms such as Shell, Chevron, ExxonMobil, EGAT, PTT, Gulf, PETRONAS, TotalEnergies and INPEX.

Government and Leadership Remarks

The inauguration was opened by H.E. Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand, who emphasized the need for cross‑border cooperation, investment and innovation to meet surging global energy demand. H.E. Akanat Promphan, Minister of Energy (Thailand) outlined Thailand’s strategy to secure power supplies, support industrial transformation and pursue AI‑driven growth. The Strategic Conference later featured ministers from Nigeria, Oman, Singapore and Timor‑Leste, and included a flagship panel titled “The Energy Reset: Who Controls Power in the New Global Order?”

Key Ministerial Insight

H.E. Eng. Salim bin Nasser Al Aufi, Minister of Energy & Minerals, Oman, stressed the need for more exploration, collaboration and peace to deliver oil and gas to consumers, noting that production fundamentals have improved and technology now enables efficient liquefaction and transport.

Global Thought Leadership

Former British Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Tony Blair addressed the audience, arguing that energy security is as critical as defence for national independence and that diverse, affordable energy supplies are essential for AI and future economic prosperity.

Private‑Sector Participation

Senior executives from PTT, PETRONAS, INPEX, Woodside Energy, YPF, NNPC, Shell, ExxonMobil, Chevron, JERA, Venture Global, Baker Hughes and Trafigura discussed partnership opportunities, investment commitments and infrastructure projects aimed at scaling energy supply. Tengku Muhammad Taufik, President & Group CEO of PETRONAS, highlighted the pragmatic approach of Asian policymakers in shaping the regional energy mix.

Programme Launches

The event introduced several specialised programmes:

  • Electrification Strategic Programme (partnered with EGAT)
  • Global Energy Regulators Forum
  • Low‑Carbon Solutions and Hydrogen programmes
  • Japan Energy Programme focusing on Japan’s LNG strategy
  • AixEnergy, a co‑located event examining how artificial intelligence transforms energy operations and fuels data‑centre electricity demand.

Exhibition and Deal Activity

Co‑hosted by Chevron, ExxonMobil and Shell, with national consortium partners EGAT, PTT and Gulf, and supporters RATCH and EGCO, the exhibition facilitated bilateral talks and the formation of new commercial agreements on the first day. The release notes that Gastech 2025 generated a record $60 billion in deals, and the organizers anticipate that the 2026 edition will continue to drive substantial investments and partnerships across the global gas value chain.

Organizer’s Message

Christopher Hudson, President of dmg events, emphasized that meeting the world’s growing energy demand requires unprecedented collaboration among nations, companies and technologies, describing Gastech as a “working room where diplomacy happens, policy gets shaped, and deals get signed.”

Event Outlook

The press release concludes that Gastech 2026 will serve as the focal point for discussions on widescale electrification, AI‑driven electricity growth and the broader transition to a secure, affordable and sustainable energy future.