The Argus Australia Fossil to Fuel Forum 2026 will be held on Wednesday 21 October 2026 in Brisbane.
Industry participants are invited to join Argus and industry leaders for a focused discussion on the future of Australia’s fuel and biofuels markets. Explore global fuel market developments, geopolitical and regulatory drivers, decarbonisation pathways, SAF and HVO markets, feedstock trends, and the opportunities shaping Australia’s energy transition. Connect with industry peers, hear from market experts, and gain valuable insights into the trends and challenges shaping the sector.
Location
W Brisbane
Wednesday, 21 October 2026
09:00-18:30
Agenda
09:30 | Registration
10:00 | Opening Remarks
– Jo Clarke, Australia Country Manager and Bureau Chief, Argus Media
10:20 | How geopolitical rifts have moved transport fuel markets in 2026
– Cara Wong, Associate Editor, Argus Media
10:50 | Implications for Australia: Lessons from the Fuel Crisis and What’s Next for Fuel Security
– Tom Woodlock, Senior Reporter, Argus Media
11:10 | Industry Panel – Lessons from the War: Policy Developments and the Outlook for the Transport Fuels Sector
– Mark McKenzie, CEO, Freedom Energy Holdings
– Malcolm Roberts, CEO, Australian Institute of Petroleum
– Tom Woodlock, Senior Reporter, Argus Media
11:40 | Lunch
13:30 | Opening Remarks
– Jo Clarke, Australia Country Manager and Bureau Chief, Argus Media
13:45 | Market outlook: Balancing decarbonisation and fuel security
– Jonty Richardson, Principal Consultant, Argus Consulting Services
14:30 | Break
15:10 | Changing biofuel market dynamics and its implications for Australia
– Shien Ern Tan, Deputy Editor – Asian Biofuels, Argus Media
15:40 | Industry Panel – Scaling Renewable Fuels in Australia: Pricing, Logistics and Market Development
– Andrew Deller, Operations Manager, Just Biodiesel
– James Williamson, General Manager ANZ, Neste
– Shien Ern Tan, Deputy Editor – Asian Biofuels, Argus Media
16:10 | Emerging opportunities for Australian feedstocks in the global landscape
– Grace Dudley, Market Reporter, Argus Media
16:30 | Industry Panel – Securing Feedstocks for Australia’s Renewable Fuels Growth: Supply, Sustainability and Market Development
– David Clement, Program Director Agri-Energy, GrainCorp
– David Johnston, General Manager, Jet Zero Australia
– Grace Dudley, Market Reporter, Argus Media
17:00 | Networking Drinks
Register
Attendance is complimentary – there is no fee to attend.
Registration is required and places are limited, so registering your interest does not guarantee a place. To register click the link below and complete the Registration Form. Successful applicants will receive a confirmation with full event details.
