HEST 2026: the full program and new speakers are out
Where is LNG shipping headed next? What would it take to rebuild U.S. shipbuilding? Where are the alternative fuels? On Tuesday, November 3, DNV and NACC Houston bring shipowners, charterers, energy companies, ports, shipyards and technology providers together at DNV Houston for an afternoon on how energy moves by sea. Every talk is followed by audience questions.
Our highlighted speakers
Sergio Chapa, Poten & Partners: LNG, the next wave of growth
Martin Cartwright, DNV: building the LNG fleet of the future
Ryan Lynch, Maritime OIC: the path to U.S. shipbuilding
Kathrine Langjord, Innovation Norway: shipping, emissions and the fuel transition
Paal Thorsen, DNV: live demo of DNV’s Alternative Fuels Insight
Christopher Stickney, DNV: Houston’s hidden maritime cost, fog and disruption More speakers will be announced.
The day 11:30 AM: Registration, light lunch and networking 12:15 PM: Talks begin 4:25 PM: Open conversation with the industry 5:30 PM: Reception with wine and beer on the patio, until 7:00 PM
Date & Time
Tuesday Nov 3, 2026
11:30 AM – 7:00 PM CST
Tickets: $35 for NACC members $50 for non-members
Location
DNV Houston
19219 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77094
Format Short presentations, small moderated discussions and plenty of time for audience questions. A light lunch on arrival and a networking reception afterwards. Who should attend Shipowners and operators, charterers, brokers and traders, LNG and energy producers, terminals and ports, shipyards, class and technology providers, finance and legal advisors. Speak or sponsor Interested in speaking or supporting the forum? Contact Kari de Boer at deboerkari@gmail.com Hosted by DNV and NACC Houston.
