Ceylon Energy has reaffirmed its dedication to fostering innovation within the energy industry by successfully organizing Energize 2026, a leading forum aimed at knowledge sharing. This event gathered a diverse group of global experts, engineers, investors, business leaders, and energy professionals to discuss the most recent advancements that are shaping the energy landscape. Under the theme “Latest Industrial Developments in the Energy Sector,” the forum provided a venue for collaboration and dialogue on groundbreaking innovations affecting the energy sector. Participants engaged in a series of technical presentations and an interactive panel discussion, which offered valuable insights into new technologies, contemporary engineering practices, and future prospects in the industry.
The workshop featured prominent speakers from Ceylon Energy’s strategic international partnerships, including representatives from Hubbell Power Systems, CTC Global, and Aclara Technologies. These experts imparted their knowledge on leading-edge transmission and distribution technologies, smart grid solutions, digital infrastructure, and innovations that are revolutionizing energy systems worldwide. The event attracted a varied audience, including engineers, utility professionals, investors, financial institutions, business leaders, and other stakeholders within the energy sector. A significant highlight of Energize 2026 was a panel discussion entitled “Shaping the Future of Energy,” which assembled esteemed global industry figures to examine the opportunities and challenges involved in developing resilient, technology-driven energy systems.
The panel included distinguished guests such as Mr. Fabio C. Faria, Vice President of International HPS Sales at Hubbell Power Systems USA; Mr. Julian Roteta, Vice President of Product Management at Aclara Technologies USA; Dr. Timothy See Thoe, Territory Manager for Southeast Asia; Mr. Jeff Butler, Principal Engineer in Transmission at Hubbell Power Systems USA; and Mr. Hitesh Mundhada, Vice President for South Asia at CTC Global USA. The panelists shared insightful perspectives on technological advancements, investment opportunities, and the significance of adopting global best practices to effect change within the energy sector. A noteworthy moment of the event was the official introduction of Apollo Energy, an innovative investment platform launched by Madu Fernando, Chairman and Founder of Ceylon Energy. This platform aims to connect investors with a selection of high-yield energy and infrastructure projects in Sri Lanka and the surrounding region, establishing a transparent marketplace for investment in sustainable energy initiatives.
Apollo Energy is designed to accommodate investors of various sizes, from individual contributors to corporate and institutional investment groups, thus broadening access to opportunities that have traditionally been available only to larger investors. By bridging the gap between project developers and potential investors, the platform is anticipated to unlock new funding sources for renewable energy and infrastructure projects, while offering attractive long-term investment prospects and higher returns for stakeholders.
During the launch, Madu Fernando stated, “All our initiatives are focused on our vision of Lighting People’s Lives. Apollo Energy is one such initiative, and Energize by Ceylon Energy is another platform built with the same purpose, to empower the industry through knowledge, innovation, collaboration, and opportunity.” Driven by its mission of “Lighting People’s Lives,” Ceylon Energy continues to develop solutions that go beyond engineering excellence, aiming to empower individuals, industries, and communities. As Energize 2026 enhances the industry through knowledge sharing and collaboration with global technology leaders, Apollo Energy represents the company’s commitment to making sustainable energy investment more accessible and creating new avenues for investors to engage in the future of energy. Collectively, these initiatives strengthen Ceylon Energy’s mission to accelerate innovation, attract investment, and build a more robust and sustainable energy ecosystem for Sri Lanka and the region, while genuinely lighting people’s lives.
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