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Benchmark Summit 2027 Cape Town
Benchmark Summit 2027 Cape Town
Time and Location
Are you interested in sponsoring this event?
Free forum during Indaba Week
Join government, finance, and industry leaders in Cape Town for a day of elevated networking, impactful conversations, and data-driven analysis of the battery supply chain.
Our annual Benchmark Summit features expert insights across the energy transition ecosystem - from raw materials, to cell production and downstream demand markets.
This year's event will feature our exclusive investor meetings programme - Benchmark Connect - matching battery supply chain companies with qualified investors, downstream buyers and government stakeholders actively looking to deploy capital, secure offtake and build lasting partnerships.
Space is limited - register now to secure your free ticket.
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Why attend?
Explore a range of data-driven presentations from the decision-makers shaping the battery industry - covering the breadth of critical minerals through to downstream demand markets.
Be part of the conversations shaping the next phase of the energy transition and expand your reach across EV, ESS, and beyond.
Access elevated networking and dealmaking opportunities designed to help you forge lasting strategic partnerships with supply chain leaders, government and financiers.
Speakers
Alastair Long
HM Trade Commissioner for Africa
UK Government
Veronica Bolton Smith
CEO
Critical Minerals Africa Group
Michael Cupit
CEO
Energy Storage Africa
Venue
Set within Cape Town’s vibrant V&A Waterfront precinct, The Watershed provides a versatile and well‑positioned venue just steps from the main Mining Indaba Week activity. Its expansive open layout and contemporary industrial character create an engaging environment for senior‑level networking, strategic meetings and industry conversations during one of the most important weeks in the global mining calendar.
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Learn More
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