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Benchmark Summit 2026 London
Benchmark Summit 2026 London
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Browse the full event agenda, with sessions covering the full energy transition ecosystem - from raw materials, to cell production and downstream demand markets.
Tuesday 20th October, 2026
Registration & Networking Breakfast
Welcome & Opening Remarks
- Adam Panayi, Chief Research Officer, Benchmark Mineral Intelligence
Keynote Presentation: Battery Demand Market
A data-driven look at battery demand growth across EVs, storage, and industrial sectors.
- Will Roberts, Automotive Research Lead, Benchmark Mineral Intelligence
Spotlight Presentation
Networking Break
Keynote Presentation: Benchmark Commodities Update
Sector-by-sector breakdown of key raw materials powering the clean energy transition, with an outlook on near-term pricing and global supply shifts.
- Adam Webb, Head of Energy Raw Materials, Benchmark Mineral Intelligence
Panel Discussion: Copper’s Global Demand Outlook
Analyzing copper's crucial role in the new energy comprehensive market forecast out to 2050.
- Anya Hurd, Copper Demand Analyst, Benchmark Mineral Intelligence
Networking Lunch
Keynote Presentation: What is Driving Lithium Price Volatility in 2026?
Integrated price and market analysis providing real-time visibility of the new energy economy.
- Freddie Bloomfield, Senior Analyst, Benchmark Mineral Intelligence
Panel Discussion: Lithium Market Outlook & Supply Dynamics
Spotlight Presentation
Networking Break
Spotlight Presentation
Panel Discussion: Investment Landscape & Financing Opportunities
Exploring mechanisms for funding battery extraction, storage, and processing projects with input from financiers, legal experts, and project developers.
- Moderated by Daniel Fletcher-Manuel, Director of Indexing & Derivatives, Benchmark Mineral Intelligence
Closing Remarks & Future Outlook
Key takeaways from the day and a forward-looking perspective on the role of critical minerals in the global energy transition.
- Adam Panayi, Chief Research Officer, Benchmark Mineral Intelligence
Networking Reception
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