10th Annual Conference, Exhibition & Networking Event

Overcoming the cost and complexity of implementing IEC

standards to fast track the deployment of the smart grid
5-Day Conference, Exhibition & Networking Forum | 16 - 20 October 2023
Park Plaza Amsterdam Airport, The Netherlands
Monday 16th: Choice of 3 Workshops - Fundamentals of IEC 61850, IEC CIM, IEC 62443
Tuesday 17th - Thursday 19th: Implementation Case-Study Conference & Exhibition
Friday 20th: Communication Workshop on Influencing Upwards

Conference Tracks: Over 70 Speakers Including:

IEC 61850
Advanced applications within the substations,
inter-substation, to the control centre and DER assets
Christoph Alex Apostolov Gabriel Faifman Annilisa Arge Svein Olsen Mohammed Radi
Brunner Editor in Chief Co-convenor Klevang Enterprise Network Data
IEC 62443 Convener
IEC TC57 WG10
PacWorld TC65 WG10 CISO,
SEV
Information
Architect
Modelling
Engineer
Statnett UK Power Networks
Customised applications to drive robust cyber risk
imanagement across the power grid end to end

IEC CIM
Extended applications for operational systems, inter- Jennifer MacKenzie Anders Johnsson Tahir Saleem Damien Ploix Anna Elgersma Rui Pena
Lead Design Power Systems Sr Specialist of OT Head of IACS Data Architect Senior Consultant
iutility and with a range of flexibility market players Engineer Specialist Security Cybersecurity Alliander E-REDES
SP Energy Vattenfall DEWA Department
Networks Enedis

Gold Sponsors: Silver Sponsors: Live Demo Lab Sponsors: Exhibitors: Strategic Partners: Produced by:

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 10th Annual Conference, Exhibition & Networking Forum
Celebrating our 10 Year Anniversary
Dear Colleague, Join the Solution Zone
Welcome to the 10th annual SGF-IEC Week 2023, this year co-locating three IEC Would you like the opportunity to promote your brand to a highly
standardization conferences on IEC 61850 for Substation Automation, IEC CIM for concentrated and influential group of utility smart grid technical
Operational System Data Exchange, and IEC 62443 for OT Cybersecurity, together in one
venue at one time. professionals?

In creating this year’s agenda we spoke with over 60 utility standardization experts and Our adjoining exhibition area provides the perfect environment for you to
implementation leaders and the message was clear. IEC standards are now considered the do this and more! Capped at 30 stands we ensure a focused and relevant
de facto standards for the interconnection and modernization of the power grid, and the
time is ripe for their large-scale deployment across all key domains of the grid. display of the latest IEC 61850, IEC CIM, and IEC 62443 enabled products and
services for our audience and maximum visibility and interactivity levels for
But whilst the engineering best practice for these standards is well understood, the our exhibitors.
operations and maintenance protocols, the long term investment availability, and the
large-scale change management approaches required to fully mobilize teams and drive
deployment at pace, are not! To find out more about our various sponsorship and exhibition opportunities:

This year’s week-long multi-track conference provides the unique opportunity for utility Call: +44 (0)20 8057 1700
standardization teams to connect with like-minded colleagues from across Europe and Email: [email protected]
benefit from a rich and varied programme including:

• Fundamentals Workshop - Select from a choice of 3 practical workshops on the essential

building blocks of IEC 61850, IEC CIM, and IEC 62443 and understand how they can best be
applied to the power grid

• Case-Study Conference - Drawing on the practical implementation experiences of over 40

European power grid operators with extensive pilot project experience and robust large-
scale implementation plans, to benchmark and sense-check your own deployment activities

• Communication Briefing - Understand the art of persuasion to effectively translate

technical know-how into organizational priorities, fully engage the board, and secure long
term investment in large-scale standardization projects

• Facilitated Networking - Leverage the opportunity to engage with the entire

standardization ecosystem including utilities, technology suppliers, and systems integrators
through interactive panel debates, end-user focused roundtable discussions, and a
networking evening reception welcoming all participants
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direction of future standardisation activity in favour of end-user needs.
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 Choice of 3 Practical Workshops: Monday 16th October 2023
Fundamentals of IEC 61850 for Substation Automation • IEC 62443 for OT Cybersecurity • IEC CIM for Operational System Data Exchange
Registration and Refreshments: 10:00 | Programme: 10:30 to 17:00

IEC 61850 Workshop IEC 62443 Workshop IEC CIM Workshop

Workshop Leader Workshop Leader Workshop Leader
Christoph Brunner, Convenor Gabriel Faifman, Co-Convenor Svein Olsen, Lead Member
TC57 WG10 TC65 WG10 TC57 WG 13, 14 & 16

The IEC 61850 standard is an extensive and complex set of international This one-day practical workshop provides both experienced power grid The CIM series of standards are designed to support the integration of a
standards specifically designed for substation automation and the smart grid. cybersecurity practitioners and those who are new to the profession with an wide range of internal systems, integration of the utility with other critical
Now universally recognised as the de-facto standard for power grid compliance, efficient way to learn about the fundamental building blocks of the IEC 62443 infrastructure organisations, and with a host of new flexibility market players.
it presents as many challenges as it does opportunities. During this workshop series of standards. Participants will obtain knowledge of how the standard can Understanding the implementation implications of the series is often a
Christoph Brunner, Convenor of IEC TC57 WG10 provides a comprehensive best be applied to the power grid environment. Gabriel Faifman, Co-Convenor complex, time consuming, and baffling process for those new to the standard.
and in-depth insight into the building blocks, key applications, and optimal of TC65 WG10 kicks off the day with an overview of concepts, terminology and In this workshop, Svein Olsen, Lead Member of IEC TC57 WG 13,14 & 16 will help
operations of the standard within the substation environment and beyond. models, and goes on to review the application of the different parts of the break down the essential building blocks of the standard, so that participants
Whether you are just at the start of your IEC 61850 investigations or have several standard. Through discussions the participants will learn on how IEC 62443 understand its optimal application within the utility environment, and get to
years’ practical implementation experience, this workshop will provide you with a can be used at different stages of the lifecycle of Industrial and Automation grips with its current vulnerabilities and future evolution. By the end of the
much needed update on the fundamentals of this evolving standard Control Systems (IACS) and how knowledge applies to the power grid. The day workshop you will be equipped to apply the knowledge gained to create an
wraps up with an analysis of how IEC 62443 can be leveraged to strengthen risk efficient implementation plan tailored to the needs of your organisation
management and defence in depth strategies
Session 1: Fundamentals of IEC 61850 - Main features of the standard and Session 1: Concept - Understanding the ISA/IEC 62443-1-1 terminology, Session 1: Introduction to CIM - UML, XML, and RDF/XML
implications for the utility engineer concepts and models In this session participants receive an overview of the Unified Modelling
This session is a short introduction to IEC 61850. The concept of IEC 61850 In this session participants will receive a comprehensive introduction to Language (UML) and its components, such as class diagrams and its role as the
is introduced to support interoperability, free configuration and long term cybersecurity for Industrial Automation and Control Systems (IACS). You will fundamental building block for modelling CIM data, as well as explanation of
stability. A comparison with other communication standards will be made, and understand the latest trends in cybersecurity and cybersecurity incidents in the Extensible Markup Language (XML) and its components, such as elements,
the impact on the utility engineer will be clarified. Edition 1 will be reviewed the power grid domain, and be able to break down the framework of how the attributes, and namespaces, and how it is used to represent and exchange CIM
in relation to its application in different domains. The main features of IEC concepts and models apply to the power grid environment data using RDF/XML, XML and JSON. You will also get an introduction to open
61850 communication, application modelling and engineering process will be source and licensed UML modelling tools and XML schema generators, alongside
introduced including GOOSE messaging and Process bus with sampled values techniques used to visualise, read, and validate UML and XML models
Session 2: Evolution of the standard - Improvements, wider smart grid Session 2: Utility Application - Establishing an industrial automation and Session 2: Introduction to CIM Profiles
applications and suitability for new domains control system security programme (CSMS) Understand the role of CIM profiles as standardized subsets of the CIM Canonical
Understand how the standard grows from Edition 1, the backward Understand your risk profile, how it is evolving, and how best to apply IEC 62443 Model to define specific data exchange requirements between different
compatibility aspects, new features and functionalities, the rate of take up within in your environment. Develop a CSMS programme that gains management buy- utility systems. Gain an overview of commonly used domain specific and
vendor products and feedback from utility implementations. In this session in and can be easily mobilised across the workforce and organisation. Manage implementation specific CIM profiles, their construction, and their use cases.
the major new features introduced will be discussed. The session will also talk cybersecurity lifecycles and patch management programmes Get an introduction to the processes involved in implementing a CIM profile
about IEC 61850 implementations across the wider smart grid, as well as in new from identifying requirements, profile selection, systems analysis, data mapping,
domains such as hydroelectric power plants, distributed energy validation, documentation, to profile maintenance. Familiarise with the tools and
resources and wind turbines techniques used to implement and validate CIM profiles
Session 3: Advanced maintenance testing - Challenges of testing in a live Session 3: Risk Analysis (part 1) - implementing a defence in depth approach to Session 3: Introduction to CIM Extensions
Substation power grid cybersecurity within the framework of IEC 62443 Understand the need for modification or addition to a standard CIM profile
Understand the challenges of maintenance testing in live substations and how Get to grips with the use of IEC-62443 for risk assessment following a step-by- when it does not meet the specific requirements or needs of a particular system,
the various features available in IEC 61850 can address those challenges. Consider step approach provided in part IEC-62443-3-2. Understand the interworking of application, or organisation. Examine common instances where transmission and
testing for various topologies and how to use simulation and hierarchical control cybersecurity strategies for IT and OT assets. Determine the optimal layers of distribution operators may require additional information on network topology
of test mode. The session will address how the test source of InRef can be used to security for different parts of the grid. Balance segmentation and and network elements, or specific data-exchange requirements that are not
solve issues. Requirements for modelling and engineering of the test security with operational efficiency included in the standard CIM profiles. Gain an overview of the processes involved
system will be addressed in extending a CIM profile
Session 4: Advanced engineering process - How IEC 61850 is evolving to Session 4: Risk Analysis (part 2) - Implementing a defence in depth approach Session 4: Inter-utility Use Case - CIM for Grid Models Exchange
enhance interoperability of the engineering process to power grid cybersecurity within the framework of IEC 62443 Overview of how CIM provides a standardized data exchange format for grid
This session will examine the engineering process across the entire lifecycle of Evaluate the use of IEC-62443 for risk assessments following a step-by-step development and network code processes across regional or pan-European
IEC 61850 systems. The challenges of the early implementations will be discussed approach provided in part IEC-62443-3-2. Learn about the interworking the boundaries. Evaluate the challenges around the exchange of equipment
and how user feedback is helping to enhance the process. Learn, how extensions cybersecurity strategy for IT and OT assets. Determine the optimal layers of information, topology information, power system state variables, and steady state
made to Ed 2.1 of IEC 61850 contribute to the improvement, understand how the security for different parts of the grid. Balance segmentation and hypothesis information. Understand how the Common Grid Model Exchange
specification process will evolve, to assure your automation system will work as security with operational efficiency Specification (CGMES) enables the use of power system data for load flow and
expected. The session will address further ongoing work in CIGRE as well as contingency analysis, short circuit calculations, market information transparency,
EU-funded research projects capacity calculation for capacity allocation and congestion management,
and dynamic security assessment, ensuring compatibility between different
applications used by TSOs and DSOs
Session 5: Cybersecurity Fundamentals for IEC 61850 Session 5: Supplier Application - Developing products and systems that are Session 5: Intra-utility Use Case - Operational, Planning, and Asset
Understand the basic cybersecurity issues and requirements for communicating secure by design through the optimal application of IEC 62443 Management Data Exchange
with IEC 61850 protocols using the IEC 62351 cybersecurity standards, with a focus Understand the implications of IEC 62443 for suppliers of power grid products Overview of the process for exchanging data between internal systems using
on authentication of connections, data integrity of messages and role-based and systems. Work with lifecycle and patch management constraints of the CIM standards, such as data flow, data transformation, and data validation.
access control for authorization of actions power grid environment. Ensure ease of IEC 62443 certification Explanation of the different types of data exchanges and their use cases, such as
for products and systems real-time data exchange for monitoring and control, and batch data exchange
for reporting and analysis. Examination of the challenges and best practices
for designing and implementing internal systems data exchange, such as data
quality, data consistency, data security, and data governance
Session 6: Practical Demonstrations and Q&A Session 6: System Integrator Application - Leveraging IEC 62443 to achieve Session 6: Utility to Flexibility Players and Markets Use Case
In this final session some practical demonstrations will bring to life the seamless integration of new products and systems and ease the quality Overview of the of the evolving data-exchange requirements and challenges
application of IEC 61850 and provide attendees with the chance to have all their assurance process brought about by the transition to a low-carbon, decentralized energy system,
questions answered in great depth and detail by the workshop leaders Understand the implications of IEC 62443 for systems integrators. Work and increasing demands of energy consumers and stakeholders. Understand
seamlessly with power grid operators and technology suppliers to ensure the how a common network model derived from CIM can provide the basis for
seamless interworking of the standard. Achieve best practice in system standardising network and system operator datasets, minimise duplication
validation to achieve certification of efforts, enable innovation, and remove barriers to entry for new market
participants and service providers

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 Conference Day One: Tuesday 17th October 2023 - Morning
08:00 Registration & Refreshments

08:20 Welcome Address from the Chair

08:30 European Energy Transition - Reviewing the role of standards in supporting the pace of digitization and renewables integration to ensure energy security in Europe

• Monitoring the scope of standards in EU energy policy developments and examining the role of DSO smart initiatives
• Considering gaps identified by E.DSO members and assessing the extent to which market players can implement these standards
• Extending collaboration with IEC working groups to help drive necessary changes in the development of smart and digital grid technologies

Roberto Zangrandi, Secretary General, E.DSO

09:00 Global Standardization Review - Evaluating the rate of IEC standardization take-up globally and identifying market trends and lessons to be learnt for Europe

• Applying IEC standards across the network to increase network capacity and connect more customers to the grid
• Identifying internal and external network risks and restrictions by moving away from a data silo approach to increase data correlation and visibility
• Strengthening system security and reliability whilst extending grid capacity to enable customers to connect with the system

Ebenezer Essienyi, Chief Executive, GridCo

Tahir Saleem, Senior Specialist of OT Security, DEWA
Laurent van Groningen, Energy System Architect, Alliander

10:00 Regulatory Support - Determining how the role of regulators can evolve to better support standardization and technology implementation decisions for grid operators

• Redefining a communication strategy framework between National Regulatory Authorities (NRAs) and utilities to promote the use of IEC standardisation
• Clarifying operational procedures of regulators to better understand their role in the supervision and intervention of the power sector
• Supporting policymaking through the exchange of quantifiable, factual, and monetizable information which facilitate smart and innovative technologies

Jan Kostevc, Team Leader for Energy Infrastructure, European Union

10:30 Morning Refreshments, Exhibition & Networking

11:00 Working Group Improvements - Evaluating the benefits of working group participation and identifying how the IEC can better engage utility contribution in the interest of
wider market development

• Evaluating the level of utility engagement with working groups and how current practices need to shift to better represent the market
• Identifying the implications of the current working group profiles for the market readiness of these standards
• Redefining the premise of working group participation to engage a higher proportion of utilities and speed up interoperability efforts

Alex Apostolov, Editor-in-Chief, PacWorld

11:30 Cybersecurity - Effectively interworking IEC standards with other standards to ensure end-to-end cybersecurity across the IT-OT integrated grid

• Safeguarding critical infrastructure through a fully standardized roadmap adopted and followed by all key stakeholders
• Remaining ahead of the continual change of cyber threats and tactics through well maintained standards as well as role-based access to devices
• Reaching complete maturity of network devices to allow the grid to be integrated into a single source of truth

Emily Hithersay, Senior Industrial Consultant, Dragos

12:00 Live Demo Introductions - During this session the Live Demo Labs sponsor provide an introduction to their solutions and invite participation for their 1:1 demonstrations

12:15 Lunch, Exhibition & Networking

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 Conference Day One: Tuesday 17th October 2023 - Afternoon
IEC 61850 Track IEC 62443 Track IEC CIM Track
14:00 IEC 61850 Vision - Clarifying the future direction of the utility sector, IEC 62443 for the Grid - Determining how IEC 62443 can be leveraged Market Overview - Reviewing the benefits derived from CIM
trends in virtualization and centralization, and determining how gaps in combination with ISO 27001 to drive end-to-end cybersecurity of implementation to date, understanding the drivers for full adoption
in the standard must be addressed to support these the IT-OT integrated digital grid across the industry, and determining the ROI expectations for all
players
• Extending IEC 61850 to support communication capabilities for • Interworking IEC 62443 as a horizontal OT standard, with ISO 27000 as
Substation Automation, Distributed Energy Resources, Distribution a horizontal IT standard, to help to shape the future of grid security • Working toward market flexibility by aligning with the clean energy
Automation, Hydro and Gas Plants, Wind Power Plants, and Electric • Reviewing grid-specific developments to the standard and clarifying network codes
Vehicles processes for industry players • Fully adopting and streamlining the CIM standard to establish sound
• Evaluating the progress being made with integrating legacy systems, • Establishing energy sector specific profiles which create IT-OT internal assessment
enabling remote maintenance, simplifying lifecycle management synergies and enable a smarter more sustainable energy grid • Integrating CIM across the platform and connecting new market
• Creating new network extensions and driving virtualization and players for increased participation
centralisation to speed up deployment of systems Gabriel Faifman, Co-convenor, TC65 WG10
Svein Olsen, Enterprise Information Architect, Statnett
Christoph Brunner, Convener, IEC TC57 WG10

14:45 Centralized Protection – Establishing a robust testing regime to IEC 62443 Business Case - Translating IEC 62443 cybersecurity CIM for Distribution – Implementing CIM based on Common
support the trend toward centralised protection benefits into organizational priorities to effectively influence senior Distribution power system model profiles (CDPSM)
management and ensure full organizational adoption
• Understanding the testing requirements of centralised protection in • Demonstrating the use of CIMification methodology for implementing
IEC 61850 enabled substations • Measuring the financial value of certifying against IEC 62443 to the CIM based distribution network model
• Determining the most time and cost efficient testing procedure that mitigate the OT threat landscape and ensure cybersecurity compliance • Exploring the modelling gaps within the current CDPSM standard (IEC
will guarantee certification success • Integrating IEC 62443 with existing cybersecurity standards to 61968-13:2021) and proposal of extensions to satisfy the specific utility
• Measuring the testing effectiveness of increasingly complex IEC 61850 successfully establish a holistic security framework across the grid and business requirements
enabled substations minimize unnecessary costs • Highlighting the testing and validation efforts of the generated CIM
• Aligning with the common language and translating maturity levels profiles and their instances, using a flexible CIM validation tool like
Fred Steinhauser, Business Development, Power Utility into recognizable organisational priorities to help plan the necessary CIMbiom
Communication, OMICRON resources and training roadmap
Marellie Akoury, Principle Consultant, DNV
Speaker to be Confirmed
15:30 Afternoon Refreshments, Exhibition & Networking

16:00 Management Engagement - Creating a compelling business case Implementation Planning - Creating a IEC 62443 implementation CIM for a Centralized Repository – Applying CIM to all grid systems to
for the digitalization and virtualization of the substation to gain long roadmap with clear priorities for utilities, suppliers and system promote centralization and to build a coordinated set of data models
term support and investment in IEC 61850 integrators on both a governance and technical level
• Developing a single data repository to simplify data exchange, enhance
• Understanding senior management pressures and priorities and • Building an implementation plan to increase cyber resilience system planning, and improve maintenance of network models
translating engineering objectives into organisational language to • Understanding stakeholder expectations and managing their • Overcoming data exchange complexities through a more interoperable
create Board engagement with IEC 61850 needs effectively and adaptable set of CIM profiles
• Reviewing the successes and setbacks of the IEC 61850 journey to date
and determining how the organisation’s drive for big data generation • Defining KPIs at project start so you can measure success in terms • Integrating both internal and external systems for centralized data
and analytics has underpinned Board engagement with IEC 61850 of implementation time, level of risk, maximising resources, patching, maintenance and performance
• Aligning the IEC 61850 deployment roadmap with the Board’s communication, and governance
organisational priorities to ensure ongoing investment and support Giuseppe Martinelli, Data Strategist, Svenska Kraftnät

René Troost, Grid Strategist, Stedin

16:45 Supplier Collaboration - Establishing a framework for specifying new Security Levels - Establishing an accurate risk profile and designing Regulatory Partnerships & Open Data Initiatives - Reviewing how CIM
system design, installation, and operation to ensure full alignment a robust risk management framework to ensure full compliance with is supporting Open Data Initiatives with high levels of data availability
with suppliers throughout the IEC 61850 lifecycle the appropriate security level as well as security and privacy to help drive the Energy Transition
• Clarifying the optimal utility-supplier working model and identifying • Understanding the cybersecurity risks of each system to determine the • Driving interoperability and flexibility of data to enhance the efficient
gaps in existing arrangement and the impact on new technology optimal security level and automated exchange of information between transmission owners
deployment • Future proofing your security level in line with the rapidly evolving and system operators
• Determining the potential for closer utility-supplier collaboration
in the introduction of new technologies like LPITs to ensure system threat landscape and threat vectors • Aligning industry stakeholders together to ensure the collective
interoperability and optimal lifecycle management • Striking the balance between internal competence, external threat development and administration of standards and regulations
• Measuring the impact of new models for utility-supplier collaboration landscape, and board approval • Working toward the widespread use of CIM profiles that promote a
on utility technical and cost efficiency and supplier revenue opportunity time-cost effective, dynamic network
Annilisa Arge Klevang, CISO, SEV
Pablo Humeres, Head of Digital Supervision & Automation, CGT Alex Stuart, Head of Data Management, SSE
Eletrosul

17:30 Roundtable Discussions - During this session the audience breaks out into several smaller working groups, each focused on a specific theme that arose during the day’s
presentations. Each working group will comprise of representatives of the entire smart grid standardisation community to ensure a well-rounded and holistic discussion

18:30 Roundtable Summaries - During this session each working group leader will provide a 5-min summary back to the wider group, highlighting the issues raised, the
solutions discussed, and the recommendations made to take the matter to the next level

19:30 Networking Reception - Time to relax after an intensive day of presentations and discussions! All participants are invited to join this networking reception where you will
have the opportunity to enjoy the company of colleagues from across the European power grid cybersecurity community, in a relaxed and informal setting
23:00 Close of Conference Day One

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 Conference Day Two: Wednesday 18th October 2023 - Morning
08:00 Registration & Refreshments

08:20 Welcome Address from the Chair

IEC 61850 Track IEC 62443 Track IEC CIM Track

08:30 Workforce Engagement - Establishing a training culture System Design – Application of IEC62443-compliant cyber risk Data Governance - Demonstrating the opportunities of CIM
that rapidly advances IEC 61850 competence of engineering, assessment results to design & engineer optimal risk mitigation adoption across the organization to promote an open market
operations, and maintenance teams to drive organizational actions to secure the Smart Grid system with minimal or no
downtime. across the sector
change at pace
• Retrofitting cyber risk mitigation countermeasures in to existing • Meeting the requirements of the EU Implementation Act to
• Developing substations and secondary technology through system Vs engineering security countermeasures at system design
time. Compare and contrast both strategies for optimal system guarantee intolerable data across all systems
skilled operational personnel and supporting qualifications security and maximum productivity with little or no outage • Globalizing technical and organizational protocols by
• Organising your workforce and clarifying the given roadmap for periods. transforming internal data formatting and naming processes
protection and control teams to manage the deployment of OT • Progressing supply chain stakeholder collaboration to establish
• Establishing a highly adept and dynamic working environment to system specification, responsibilities, overcoming constraints, and • Harmonizing with software providers to facilitate customer
help maintain a safe and robust electrical network monitoring objectives during project execution. engagement and data sharing processes which support innovation
• Developing a structured system design that covers complete across Europe
asset lifecycle that aligns with industry best practices to strengthen
Bendic Ritt, Project Manager, Stromnetz Hamburg OT security capability.
Gilles Nativel, Standardization Manager, Enedis
Tahir Saleem, Sr Specialist of OT Security, DEWA

09:15 Communication – implementing a robust and secure Components - Recognizing the cybersecurity maturity level of Educational Programmes - Determining the optimal mix
communication blueprint to support IEC 61850 enabled components sourced from a variety of providers to ensure the of internal and external CIM training and boosting learning
infrastructure certification success of systems and infrastructure retention through an internal ambassador programme within
key departments
• Evaluating the implications of an ever increasing IEC 61850 • Establishing an employer’s onboarding process to streamline
landscape on communication infrastructure requirements internal 62443 training and ensure that component requirements • Mapping out external sources of information and education via
• Determining how support can be extended to inter-substation, are recognized the IEC, the UCA, and similar
• Developing internal sources of educational material to ensure
distribution feeder circuit domains, DERS, Control Centres, Data • Adopting 62443 into legacy components and gaining full insight
effective knowledge transfer based on customized applications of
Centres into grid security through tooling processes CIM
• Factoring in the virtualisation of grid protection and control • Developing a common framework which clarifies employer • Measuring the success of your educational programme based on
functions as well as IEDs requirements and aligns utilities, product vendors and service the speed of project implementation
providers together
Hansen Chan, IP Networks Product Marketing, Nokia Babar Muhammad, Lead of Asset Data Models and Structures,
Deniz Tugzu, Senior OT Cybersecurity Specialist, Vattenfall TenneT

10:00 Morning Refreshments, Exhibition & Networking

10:30 IEC 61850 Technology Innovation Panel IEC 62443 Technology Innovation Panel IEC CIM Technology Innovation Panel

During this session 3-4 suppliers of IEC 61850 enabled solutions During this session 3-4 suppliers of IEC 62443 enabled solutions During this session 3-4 suppliers of IEC CIM enabled solutions
share the results of their implementations in the field and their share the results of their implementations in the field and their share the results of their implementations in the field and their
future product development roadmap. This is your opportunity future product development roadmap. This is your opportunity future product development roadmap. This is your opportunity
to quiz the tech experts and influence the future direction of to quiz the tech experts and influence the future direction of to quiz the tech experts and influence the future direction of
product development in support of end-user needs. product development in support of end-user needs. product development in support of end-user needs.

Juergen Resch, Industry Manager, COPA-DATA Chris Farrow, Technical Services Manager, Chronos Technology Juergen Resch, Industry Manager, COPA-DATA

Joel Greene, Director of Business Development, SISCO

Jackson Moore, Application Engineer, Triangle MicroWorks

12:00 Lunch, Exhibition & Networking

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 Conference Day Two: Wednesday 18th October 2023 - Afternoon
IEC 61850 Track IEC 62443 Track IEC CIM Track
13:30 Multi-Vendor Interoperability - Gaining agreement to next level Service Providers - Driving the IEC 62443 compliance of partner Implementation Roadmap - Mapping out a CIM implementation
product standardization within the community to better support organizations such as system integrators and maintenance plan to ensure optimal use of time and resources when
real-time data transfer and ensure substation process accuracy contractors to maximize the security posture of the grid integrating internal systems, with external organizations, to
support internal innovation projects
• Mapping out required specification to push multi-vendor • Assessing the risks imposed from taking a reactive approach to
interoperability of digital substations and optimize system • Adopting an internal CIM strategy which accounts for future
interfaces the security of service providers product development that can be shared externally
• Overcoming flexibility issues by determining an aligned path for • Determining the ways in which utilities can better ensure supplier • Identifying gaps to address within the standard whilst remaining
network communication and configuration compliance given the nascent stages of certification process and flexible to ensure alignment
• Reducing costs and improving the delivery process and the autonomy of the supplier base • Developing interoperable networks that can be exchanged with
functionality of data transfer between internal teams and external • Establishing a procedure to ensure the ongoing reinforcement of different stakeholders within the industry
partners supplier compliance
Mohammed Radi, Network Data Modeling Engineer, UK Power
Jennifer Mackenzie, Lead Design Engineer, SP Energy Networks Networks
Janne Hagen, Special Adviser for Contingency Planning, NVE

14:15 Modular Design - Determining a strategy for leveraging Product Lifecycle - Utilizing IEC 62443-4-1 to develop systems Data Quality & Storage - Preparing historical data, standardizing
modular system design to strike the balance between speed of and components that are secure by design new data collection, and determining a storage strategy that
deployment and system quality, flexibility and lifecycle ensures ongoing data consistency and availability
• Developing a standardized design to accelerate deployment of a • Increasing cybersecurity practices and legislative requirements, • Establishing an accurate representation of your network to
larger volume of substations and optimize control over equipment such as the EU Cyber Resilience Act, for operational technology monitor and support the improvement in system quality
lifecycle • Integrating IEC-62443-compliant risk assessment methods into • Overcoming data discrepancies between main data sources
• Reconsidering responsibilities between market players to the development process of safety-critical products whilst ensuring that they are accurately represented in the power
determine appropriate functional requirements and define an system model
interface between modules • Establishing tool-supported methods to ensure cybersecurity
• Applying IEC 61850 to improve the modification, capability, and compliance with reasonable effort • Integrating data into a single source of truth to enable the use of
functionality of modules to ensure cost-efficiency, and ultimately, smart grid applications and guarantee accuracy of results
become more data-driven Markus Fockel, Group Manager Requirements Engineering and Rafael Santodomingo Berry, Smart Grid Consultant, CGI
Anders Johnsson, Power Systems Specialist, Vattenfall Networks Design, Fraunhofer IEM

15:00 Afternoon Refreshments, Exhibition & Networking Afternoon Refreshments, Exhibition & Networking Afternoon Refreshments, Exhibition & Networking

15:30 Process Bus - Leveraging IEC 61850 standardization to drive the Patch Management - Ensuring the effective application of IEC Data Attributes - Navigating the complexities introduced by
cost-efficiency and accessibility of process bus architectures for 62443 guided patch management regimes to maximize the language and other naming convention variables to ensure the
grid networks lifecycle of OT infrastructure seamless exchange of data and interoperability of systems

• Developing standard process bus architectures for faster • Testing and monitoring network devices to help detect and • Reaching joint market agreements which leads to effective,
deployment of substations that help reach net zero targets remove vulnerabilities in OT infrastructure efficient, and reliable electronic data exchange
• Improving project and market maturity by addressing work • Understanding and agreeing on a 62443-implementation • Assessing data barriers in governing, assessing, and processing
around solutions for gaps in the standard roadmap for patching OT devices data between market players
• Optimising components of network and upscaling redundancy • Aligning with standard and emergency patching procedures to • Achieving a fully integrated, interconnected, and digitized EU
into system design to ensure network availability and reliability help maintain a robust testing environment energy market through well-defined data sharing processes

Mohseen Mohemmed, Lead PAC Engineer, SSEN Transmission Klaas Hommes, Director, MFFBas

16:15 System Configuration Tool - Centralising tools through the Zones and Conduits - Determining the most critical CIM Profiles - Developing a CIM profile that utilizes the must-
system configuration language to develop a SCT for automating considerations when using zones and conduits to maximize have elements of the standard to meet the organizational
all digital devices in real-time the security risk assessment process and ensure effective cyber requirements of the TSO/DSO
defenses of IT-OT integrated infrastructure
• Monitoring and testing the performance of SCT in a range of • Contextualizing the scope and scale of the CIM model and
technologies to enhance real time data transfer • Segmenting OT infrastructure into zones to support multiple narrowing down to an appropriate profile which accounts for the
• Identifying variabilities in communication devices and assessing layered risk management techniques. sound risk evaluation, individual needs of the utility
the implications of poor centralisation design, implementation, and maintenance. • Applying CIM compliant tools to manage the functionality,
• Engaging the workforce to implement IEC 61850 protocols for • Defining the security boundaries within zones and controlling flexibility, and interoperability of grid models that have different
complete automation of digital devices communication between them through conduits maturity levels
• Developing sound risk evaluation, design, implementation, and • Developing a fully modelled grid which supports interoperability
Julio E. Dominguez, Substation Automation Engineer, UFD maintenance frameworks for all OT network zones and traceability of systems and applications

Michael Knuchel, Head of SAS Engineering, Swissgrid Nermin Suljanovic, Senior Researcher, EIMV

17:00 Close of Conference Day Two

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 Conference Day Three: Thursday 19th October 2023 - Morning
08:00 Registration & Refreshments
08:20 Welcome Address from the Chair

IEC 61850 Track IEC 62443 Track IEC CIM Track

08:30 Inter-Substation - implementing IEC 61850 enabled wide area Substations - interworking IEC 62443 and IEC 62351 to maximize Internal-External Data Exchange - Reviewing the latest
networks to support the reliable transfer of data between the cyber defenses of next generation digital substations that developments with CGMES to support TSO-DSO data exchange
substations are vulnerable to a more malicious threat landscape and interoperability
• Adopting IEC 61850 fully across substations to guarantee flexibility • Quantifying the benefits of interworking IEC 62351 and IEC 62443 • Complying with and managing CIM as a business to obtain more
with your protection function and eliminate vendor-dependency to ensure technical solutions are appropriately activated and
supported by the wider utility cybersecurity environment data through a supported system
• Overcoming time-synchronization complexities in wide area • Overcoming the complexities of defining internal security levels,
networks by eliminating legacy protocols and developing 61850 • Understanding model capability and correct implementation to
integrating with risk management, expanding the application to ensure best value for consumers
compliant telecoms systems other grid domains, and enforcing through the supply chain
• Establishing a multi-vendor inter-substation network to integrate • Driving cybersecurity efficiency through the adoption of a • Achieving vendor independence and flexibility with internal to
wide area systems with protection and control systems and bring common language and communicating the benefits of IEC 62443 external data exchange by applying CIM through preferred format
signalling from the substation to the control centre as compared with ISO 27001 to senior management and the
supplier community
Paul Thomson, Lead User, National Grid
Birkir Heimisson, Project Leader for Smart-Grid Development,
Landsnet Damien Ploix, Head of IACS Cybersecurity Department, Enedis

09:15 Control Centre - interworking IEC 61850 and CIM to support the Control Centers - Applying IEC 62443 to maximize the security Flexibility Markets - Leveraging CIM to speed up the integration
extended grid as the number of DER assets integrating into the of SCADA and the range of related operational systems in the of flexibility market players into the grid and ensure future
grid increases control center environment energy security

• Adhering to regulatory and industry standards for critical • Integrating CIM data between market players to increase diverse
• Enabling control over DERs in the control centre for greater infrastructure to increase reliance on SCADA systems and related participation and improved interoperability
connectivity, visibility, and monitoring of assets operational technologies in control centers • Accelerating the evolution of CIM for DSOs by supporting profile
• Understanding the variability of the power landscape to ensure • Understanding the complexities of control center environments development of existing objects
flexibility of all integrated DER assets and interdependent systems whilst balancing security measures • Gaining market flexibility with service providers to ease data
• Supporting utilities to reach net zero targets by increasing grid with operational needs and user accessibility congestion and connect more customers to the grid
reliance and saving on energy costs • Maximizing security and protection against cyber-attacks
through increased system reliability and availability and enhanced Harald Klomp, Business Strategist, Vattenfall
situational awareness and response capabilities
Vetrivel Rajkumar, PhD Researcher, Control Room of the Future
Sherif Hussain, Project Manager, EDF
10:00 Morning Refreshments, Exhibition & Networking

10:30 Hydropower - Updating on the latest IEC 61850 standardization Smart Meter Infrastructure - Adopting IEC standards to Smart Metering - Utilizing CIM to support high volume data
activity for hydropower and determining the implications for the effectively risk assess and technically secure Advanced Metering exchange generated from the smart metering infrastructure to a
community and future market development activity Infrastructure range of internal and external partners
• Automating hydro power plants to drive the integration of • Leveraging IEC standards to mitigate emerging threats and • Updating current technology to support real-time data
renewable energies and distributed energy resources trends in cybersecurity for smart metering observability and information exchange with LV, MV, and HV
• Mapping out specification requirements for 61850 to support new • Clarifying the relevance and importance of standards in industry clients
IED developments international and national landscapes • Aligning with internal departments and suppliers in a state of flux
• Maintaining constant power quality and stabilized voltage levels • Developing a successful business case for OT security and to remain on target with project vision and budget
to reach supply targets and meet energy demands applying a quality assurance policy • Leveraging distributed data generation to collect data and
maximize profit within several commercial and operational
Alex Apostolov, Editor-in-Chief, PacWorld Mark Ossel, Vice President, OSGP, SVP, NES Corporation departments

Rui Pena, Senior Consultant, E-REDES

11:15 Wind Power - Leveraging IEC 61850 to provide high levels of
protection and control over offshore transmission systems NIST and 62443 - Making the 62443 standard more accessible by LV Networks - Interworking CIM and BIM to support the transfer
extending it with the NIST Cyber Security Framework (CSF) of LV network data to consumers in support of demand side
• Meeting ambitious targets with power generation and delivery management
through standardised connections between land and sea • Extending the NIST CSF to 62443 to build stronger business cases
• Overcoming bilateral differences in standardisation whilst and strengthen resilience planning • Defining BIM and evaluating the extent to which CIM and BIM
complying with regulation and aligning with involved stakeholders • Examining the interconnections between the two standards to will be required to interwork in the next 2-3 years
• Managing technical interfaces between equipment and help map out an improved OT security framework for the power • Determining the type of data that will need to be exchanged and
integrating them under one system to ensure multifunctionality sector managing the complexities of data exchange between multiple
and high performance • Effectively linking NIST and 62443 together to address system parties in the CIM & BIM exchange
categories such as engineering lifecycles and threat management • Aligning the procurement, design, and operations processes
Martin Greenwood, Technologist – Secondary Systems, TenneT through CIM & BIM interworking
Jeroen Gaiser, Strategic Advisor Cybersecurity,
Ministry of Infrastructure and Watermanagement Andrew Henton, Lead Architect, Distribution, SSEN

12:30 Lunch, Exhibition & Networking

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IEC 61850 Track IEC 62443 Track IEC CIM Track
13:30 Engineering Process - Establishing a vendor independent Out of Industry Case-Study - Reviewing the IEC 62443 lessons Power System Analysis - Understanding how CIM is being
specification process to support top-down engineering of IEC learnt in other sectors and determining the lessons that can be utilized to support the effective analysis of a greater range of
61850 systems applied to the power grid sector data to ensure accuracy in future system planning
• Expanding the content of the specification beyond a list of
functions in effort to enhance the roll out of digital substations • Outlining key drivers for OT security that help gain board approval • Ensuring efficiency of power transmission and distribution by
• Identifying key market players involved to increase support of the • Examining the complexities around turning a generic standard eliminating unnecessary losses and improving the life span of
Common User Vision and accelerate vendor alignment into one that fits unique infrastructures equipment
• Facilitating virtualisation through an engineering process • Investing in the long-term application of 62443 through a • Considering changes in the power system when designing a
independent of IEDs when describing and validating an standard specific roadmap framework for analysis
engineered system • Gaining the necessary insight to prevent congestion and continue
Christopher Thompson, Enterprise Architect, SGN systematic exchange data with tenants
Thomas Sterckx, Expert of Virtual Substations, Elia
Anna Elgersma, Data Architect, Alliander

14:15 System Performance Monitoring - Creating a robust framework Cloud - Extending IEC 62443 for IIoT and Cloud CIM & 61850 - Effectively interfacing CIM with 61850 to support
for remotely monitoring the quality and reliability of IEC 61850 the effective transfer of real-time data across the power system
enabled IEDs at speed, with accuracy using C-SAS • Accounting for the increasing proliferation of IIoT systems
and Cloud services for innovation and digital transformation, • Empowering data driven asset management through enabling
• Building confidence in system behavior by implementing government agencies and utility customers who are faced with
substation GOOSE and synchrophasors real time monitoring at situational awareness and enhancing incident/outage restoration
design stage protecting an expanding attack surface. management
• Adapting analysis methods to better support vendor • Looking at the gaps in the standard in relation to cloud providers • Managing existing challenges with upskilling resources, refining
interoperability and improve monitoring of IEDs synchronization and identifying practical solutions for IIoT security
and GOOSE scheme delays data governance, addressing gaps in the existing standard
• Preventing incorrect system behaviours through IEDs real time • Understanding what’s changing in the standards and
• Improving the availability, reliability, and data integrity of
monitoring and providing metrics using synchrophasors for certifications to address emerging IIoT and Cloud security
requirements information across the system whilst reducing maintenance costs
predictive maintenance

Carl Boucher, Automation Engineer, Hydro-Quebec Jayaprakash Ponraj, Sr Information Governance Specialist, Transco
Speaker to be Confirmed

15:00 Afternoon Refreshments, Exhibition & Networking

15:30 Digital Twin - Evaluating how standardization is evolving to Testing & Certification - Determining the optimal level of CIM Validation Testing - Making the most of SHACL language to
support the implementation of digital twin solutions of IEC 61850 certification required to achieve security of OT assets and ensure inform CIM conformance testing and ensure data reliability and
enabled substations senior management engagement and investment in IEC 62443 system interoperability

• Aligning with specification to encourage virtualisation and • Leveraging 62443 between suppliers and utilities to enhance • Ensuring full compliance of system components with CIM
troubleshooting of far-away equipment alignment of OT requirements and achieve higher security through requirements to facilitate with data exchange and interoperability
• Defining digital twin to overcome IED complexities with vendor lower costs • Overcoming complexities in ensuring data accuracy and reliability
lock-in and promote complete observability of systems • Harmonizing requirements given by utilities to agree on a when pulling information from multiple sources
• Supporting open-source projects to establish condition-based necessary level of testing and certification for securing products • Establishing testing criteria which outlines requirements for
maintenance and enhance performance of substations • Establishing a more advanced procurement process through designing, installing, and operating network databases
systematic certification analysis of supplier components
Sander Jansen, Product Owner of Virtual Substations, Alliander Joep van Genuchten, Data Architect, EPRI
Maarten Hoeve, Director of Technology, ENCS

16:15 Virtualization - Determining the roadmap from digital to virtual IIOT - Utilizing IEC 62443 to ensure the cybersecurity OT assets CIM Future Developments - identifying gaps in the CIM standard
substations and prioritizing the implementation steps to commit as the deployment of IIOT and Edge devices continues to gain and prioritizing the development activity that will ensure the
to in the next 2-3 years momentum effective interworking of CIM with a range of other standards
and fully support future grid developments
• Transforming substations into intelligent hubs which integrate • Revising methodologies in 4-2, 2-4, and 3-3 and defining security
legacy systems, enable remote maintenance, simplify lifecycle levels for IIOT components and systems • Developing a new network extension to support DSOs, TSOs, and
management • Developing new hardware architecture to help secure IoT devices SGUs with the adoption of the European network codes, clean
• Involving industry partners and agreeing on a common agenda and APIs that follow varying protocols energy codes, and smart buildings
that addresses cybersecurity risks and enables change in speed • Adopting 62443 across connecting IIOT devices and re-designing • Translating customer feedback into tangible changes to influence
and scale security postures on large scale platforms with increased use of the future developments of CIM
• Simplifying substation processes onto a centralised platform to APIs and containers • Addressing the needs of all stakeholders with speed and sound
ensure reliability of protection, automation, and control functions quality
Gabriel Faifman, Co-convenor, TC65 WG10
Christoph Brunner, Convener, IEC TC57 WG10 Svein Olsen, Enterprise Information Architect, Statnett

17:00 Close of Conference Day Three

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 Communication Briefing: Friday 20th October 2023

Translating Technical Know-How into Organisational Priorities to Influence the Board and Secure Long-term Technology Investment

Registration: 08:00 | Programme: 08:30 to 16:30

During this session participants receive a comprehensive overview of effective communication strategies
and techniques for translating technical knowledge into organisational language. Through a series of formal
knowledge transfer presentations, break-out group exercises, and practical role-play the learning will be fully
embedded and you will be equipped and empowered to fine-tune their business plans and communicate it in a
manner that secures long term Board support and investment. Places are limited to 30 to ensure an
interactive learning experience for all.

Programme
Session 1: Communication Framework - Understanding the do’s and don’ts of effective communication with senior management and the board
Participants receive a comprehensive overview of tried and tested communication principles and methods, designed to maximise engagement, leverage
persuasion and influence, and deliver effective communication with multi-functional teams and senior management. All facets of communication will be
addressed including the optimal use of words, tone, and body language
Session 2: Understanding Board Priorities - Getting under the skin of the financial, legal and regulatory priorities of the Board to achieve alignment and
maximise engagement
This session clarifies the pressures and priorities of the Utility Board and unpacks their decision making and investment process. It provides insights into the
key information required by the CEO and clarifies how they make the most organisationally robust decisions to safeguard long term investments
and brand reputation
Session 3: Technical into Financial - Successfully translating technical information into organisational priorities to drive Board engagement and ensure
ongoing support
Breaking down technical concepts to make it understandable to non-technical leaders, and leveraging their organisational and financial benefits to
communicate the need for technology investment in the language of the Board
Session 4: Creating the Business Plan - Determining the core considerations of the technology investment business plan and mastering the art of
business plan writing
Understanding the fundamentals of technology business plan writing and devising a plan that demonstrates the cost-benefit with credibility and impact in
the language of the Board

Session 5: Presenting to the Board – leveraging the art and science of persuasion to ensure effective communication of the technology business plan
and secure long term investment
Applying communication principles and techniques that amplify your message, engage your audience, and secure investment with ease

Session 6: Communication Roleplay - Practice makes perfect

During this session participants apply the lessons learnt throughout the course of the day, to pitching their technology investment plan, and receive
feedback on their communication style and persuasiveness

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 Sponsors & Exhibitors
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manufacturer of RTU/SCADA/IED protocol test sets. Based in Campbell, California, ASE has developed
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COPA-DATA is an independent software manufacturer that specializes in digitalization for the Find out more: www.aucotec.com
manufacturing industry and energy sector. Its zenon® software platform enables users worldwide to
automate, manage, monitor, integrate and optimize machines, equipment, buildings and power grids. Elvexys specialises in network digitalisation for TSOs and DSOs and uses its extensive experience in
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In this way, the company supports its customers to achieve their objectives more easily, faster and more Elvexys’ mission is to accompany its customers throughout the process of substation modernisation
efficiently. The family-owned business was founded by Thomas Punzenberger in 1987 in Salzburg, Austria. until successful handover. The XPG gateway stands out for its versatility and modularity for all HV and MV
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of Nokia Bell Labs, we supply mission-critical communications solutions for 200+ utilities to operate their
grids with the industry’s most complete, end-to-end portfolio of products and services. These include
IEC 61850 networking that extends communications from the substation process bus to OT cloud and Grid operators are facing hard challenges to keep up with the energy transition. We believe there is a need
data center. The Bell Labs Industry 4.0 architecture provides a framework for utilities to accelerate their for a different approach to substation automation, one that uses less equipment and less manhours to
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Silver Sponsors on the IEC61850 standard.
Find out more at: www.locamation.com
For 30 years, Triangle MicroWorks (TMW) has been providing solutions for standards-based protocols. Founded in 1969, Welotec is a German-based company focused on industrial automation and digitalization.
Our primary goal at Triangle MicroWorks is to provide innovative and reliable solutions with timely With a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and R&D, Welotec is a reliable partner for system
support for our customers. We enjoy building personal relationships with our customers and integrators and end customers. The IEC 61850 Substation Server (RSAPC) supports DSO’s and TSO’s to
understanding their needs. Today, Triangle MicroWorks serves hundreds of software and hardware digitalize and software-defined applications in the station bus and process bus. With virtualization and
vendors around the world in more than 50 countries. containerization of applications on the substation server, we create the basis for digital substations. The
Find out more at: www.trianglemicroworks.com solutions are maintenance free for many years and can operate in the most demanding environments.
Find out more at: www.welotec.com
Systems Integration Specialists (SISCO) deliver solutions for the energy industry by enabling support
for open international standards, including IEC 61850, ICCP-TASE.2, IEEE COMTRADE, and CIM (IEC 61970
and IEC 61968) SISCO technology is dominant in thousands of power systems worldwide, helping our We are a medium-sized company based in Nuremberg, Germany, and we develop industrial
customers build resilient, high-performance power system applications that are interoperable using gateways for the coupling of heterogeneous communication systems.As an established protocol conversion
widely adopted international standards. SISCO products include source code, off-the-shelf interfaces, specialist with more than 20 years of experience, we are the right partner for almost any communication
Unified Analytics Platform, and other tools to facilitate efficient systems integration. SISCO services requirement: Whether energy, water, or gas supply, our products and turnkey solutions have proven
include use case and model consulting, systems integration, application development, training, support, themselves in a multitude of long-term, international projects of renowned companies. In addition to
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Find out more at: www.sisconet.com customer- and project-specific solutions for industrial communication and the automation industry, our
standard products offer a high degree of flexibility as well, to enable integration into existing, complex
systems
Microchip Technology Inc. is a leading provider of smart, connected and secure embedded control Find out more at: www.ipcomm.com
solutions. Its easy-to-use development tools and comprehensive product portfolio enable customers
to create optimal designs which reduce risk while lowering total system cost and time to market. The
company solutions serve more than 120,000 customers across the industrial, automotive, consumer, With more than 130 years of accumulated knowledge, Megger is a global provider of electrical power asset
aerospace and defense, communications and computing markets. Headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, management, grid performance solutions and predictive analytics to inform and validate asset health
Microchip offers outstanding technical support along with dependable delivery and quality. decision-making. We support preventative and routine diagnostics in cable fault location, relay testing,
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and systems, ushering in a new era of biometric, passwordless, keyless, and borderless security. We have
5,000+ customers worldwide, including 40 percent of Fortune 500 companies and major organizations Loop Telecom is a Taiwanese Telecommunication and Networking Manufacturer specialized in
in the Finance, Government, Retail, and Industrial segment. We help our customers secure their business Mission Critical Communication solutions for Utilities, Railway, Air Traffic Control, Oil & Gas, Military, and
in the age of hybrid cloud and distributed IT and OT solutions. Our Zero Trust solutions offer safe
communications and secure access to servers and beyond. Our teams in North America, Europe, and Industries. We produce Multiservice access multiplexers for all legacy and low-rate applications (voice,
Asia and a global network of certified partners ensure customer success. data, teleprotection…). During the last 40 years we have developed and produced Transport Networks
Find out more at: www.ssh.com Synchronous optical SDH/SONET, up to 100G Packet Network MPLS-TP or Carrier Ethernet and Optical
DWDM/OTN network working together and supporting an easy migration. These solutions support
conventional Utilities based on TDM and IEC61850 Ethernet substation networks. We produce a range of OT
Live Demo Lab Sponsors security tools, and we are launching a dedicated OT firewall particularly for Utilities.
Find out more at: www.looptelecom.com
SUBNET Solutions Inc. (SUBNET) is a software engineering company that provides grid modernization
solutions for the global utility industry. Our solutions software provides “multi-vendor” device support, Siemens Grid Software enables grid operators to accelerate and secure the energy transition in a
directly in contrast to the “vendor specific” offerings by most large utility device vendors. Through our sustainable and profitable way. We connect the physical and the digital world with an integrated OT and
Unified Grid Intelligence (UGI) software solutions, SUBNET will improve the overall grid reliability, and IT landscape along the entire value chain from planning through operations to maintenance – following its
design principles of modularity, openness, user-centricity, interoperability, and resilience. We are committed
future-proofing infrastructure for anticipated growth in grid monitoring. to helping companies move towards the unfolding vision of an autonomous, digital grid that will thrive
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worldwide in an holistic approach: from grid planning to grid operation towards the grid edge.
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Helinks LLC is a software development and consulting company located in Zug, Switzerland. We are
focusing on the development of IEC 61850 system tools and related components. Our customers are
Utilities, System Integrators, and IEC 61850 device manufacturers. For Utilities and System Integrators Doble is the leading global energy industry provider of advanced testing solutions, innovative diagnostic
systems, and premier engineering expertise to support a safe and sustainable future. Companies can
we offer an advanced IEC 61850 System Specification and Integration Tool (Helinks STS) and related benefit from a diversified offer of professional services according to the electrical asset lifecycle like,
consulting, training, and project engineering services.. As members of TC57/WG10 we actively take part in installation and commissioning, diagnostic testing, data analysis, consultancy, and training. Our product
the ongoing development of the IEC 61850 standard. Our customers benefit from our expertise and our lines include ISA, Manta Test Systems, Morgan Schaffer, Phenix Technologies, TECHIMP, and Vanguard
future proof product strategy. Instruments.
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 Media Partners
The IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) brings together 173
countries and 20 000 experts who cooperate on the global IEC platform to ensure
that products work everywhere safely with each other. The IEC is the world’s
leading organization that prepares and publishes globally relevant international
standards for the whole energy chain, including all electrical, electronic and related
technologies, devices and systems. The IEC administers four conformity assessment
systems that certify that components, equipment and systems used in homes,
offices, healthcare facilities, public spaces, transportation, manufacturing, explosive
environments and energy generation are safe, energy efficient and perform to the
required standards.
Find out more at: www.iec.ch/homepage

The OSGP Alliance is the global non-profit association dedicated to promoting the
adoption of the Open Smart Grid Protocol (OSGP) and infrastructure for smart grid
applications towards a future proof modern smart grid. With a key focus on security,
smart metering, smart grid, grid analytics, distribution network management and
smart cities our members, including utilities, hardware manufacturers, service
providers and system integrators, all share a common goal and vision: promoting
open standards for energy demand side management, smart grid and smart
metering systems.
Find out more at: www.osgp.org

The EE-ISAC is an industry-driven, information-sharing network of trust. Private

utilities, solution providers and (semi) public institutions such as academia,
governmental and non-profit organizations share valuable information on cyber
security and cyber resilience. EE-ISAC aims to improve the resilience and security
of the European energy infrastructure, by sharing trust-based information and
enabling a joint effort for the analysis of threats, vulnerabilities, incidents, solutions
and opportunities. EE-ISAC offers a community of communities to facilitate this
proactive information sharing and analysis, allowing its members to take their own
effective measures.
Find out more at: www.ee-isac.eu

Power Info Today is a renowned Magazine for the Power generation Industry
executives, also catering c-levels by featuring latest news,views and developments of
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Electrical Engineering was launched in 1961 and over the last half century, the
magazine has evolved and grown with the market sector. It continues to be the
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Address: Melbournestraat 1, 1175 RM Lijnden, Netherlands
Call: +31 20 658 0580
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Terms & Conditions

Very Early Bird Early Bird Payment: for both in-person and virtual event delegate bookings, payment must be made at the time of
Standard booking, by credit card or paypal, or within 7 days by invoice and bank transfer, to guarantee your place. For
Friday 30th Friday 15th
Rate sponsor and exhibitor bookings, the client will be invoiced 100% of the package fee on signature, and this fee
June 2023 September 2023 must be settled by bank transfer within 7 days or before the first day of the event, whichever falls soonest.

Participant Inclusions: the delegate, exhibitor and sponsor fee for both in-person and virtual events covers
attendance of the conference sessions, access to the exhibition area, and receipt of the speaker presentation
materials. For in-person events this fee also covers provision of lunch and refreshments during the course of
5-Day Delegate - the conference and networking reception. This fee does not cover the cost of flights, hotel rooms, room service
Fundamentals Workshop €3,695 + 21% VAT €4,095 + 21% VAT €4,495 + 21% VAT or evening meals.
+ 3-Day Main Conference + = €4,470.95 = €4,954.95 = €5,438.95 Participant Restrictions: two or more delegates may not ‘share’ a place at the conference, separate bookings
Influencing Briefing must be made for each delegate. The exhibitor and sponsor benefit structure detailed in the associated order
form may not to be sub-divided, shared or distributed with any firm other than the signatory of the order
form and therefore excludes but is not limited to partners, affiliates, clients, suppliers and associates. Using the
conference as a platform to promote competing events is strictly forbidden, and failure to observe this clause
4-Day Delegate - 3-Day Main will result in attendees being removed from the event without any entitlement to refunded fees or incurred
€2,895 + 21% VAT €3,195 + 21% VAT €3,495 + 21% VAT expenses.
Conference + Fundamentals
Workshop = €3,502.95 = €3,865.95 = €4,228.95
Event Cancellations: once booked delegate, exhibitor and sponsor cancellations cannot be facilitated. You may
however nominate in writing, another delegate, exhibitor or sponsor to take your place at any time prior to the
start of the conference. In the event that Smart Grid Forums Ltd postpones an event, the delegate, exhibitor or
sponsor fee will be credited toward the re-scheduled event. If you are unable to participate in the re-scheduled
event, 100% refund of your fees will be made but we disclaim further liability.
4-Day Delegate - 3-Day Main €2,895 + 21% VAT €3,195 + 21% VAT €3,495 + 21% VAT
Conference + Influencing Event Alterations: it may be necessary for us to make alterations to the content, speakers, timing, venue,
Briefing = €3,502.95 = €3,865.95 = €4,228.95 format or date of the event as compared with the original programme.

Fortuitous Events: Smart Grid Forums Ltd shall assume no liability whatsoever if an event is altered, re-
scheduled, postponed or cancelled due to a fortuitous event, unforeseen occurrence or any other event that
renders performance of this event inadvisable, illegal, impracticable or impossible. For the purposes of this
clause, a fortuitous event shall include, but shall not be limited to: an Act of God; government restriction and/
3-Day Delegate - 3-Day Main €2,195 + 21% VAT €2,395 + 21% VAT €2,595 + 21% VAT or regulations; war or apparent act of war, terrorism or apparent act of terrorism; civil disorder, and/or riots;
Conference curtailment, suspension, and/or restriction or transportation facilities/means of transportation; or any other
= €2,655.95 = €2,897.95 = €3,139.95 emergency.

Data Protection: Smart Grid Forums Ltd gathers personal data in accordance with EU GDPR 2016 and we may
use this to contact you by post, email, telephone, fax, sms to tell you about other products and services. We may
1-Day Delegate - Fundamentals also share your data with carefully selected third parties offering complementary products and services. If you
€795 + 21% VAT €895 + 21% VAT €995 + 21% VAT do not wish to receive information about other Smart Grid Forums Ltd events or products from selected third
Workshop or Influencing parties, please write to use at: [email protected]
Briefing = €961.95 = €1,082.95 = €1,203.95
Governing Law: this agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of England and
the European Union.

VAT Treatment: the customer must supply their VAT number at the point of registration to ensure the correct
Exhibitor Package (incl 2 x €5,000 + 21% VAT €6,000 + 21% VAT €7,000 + 21% VAT VAT treatment for in-person and virtual events. For in-person events VAT is charged to all participants at the
VAT rate of the country the event is taking place in as that is considered the place of supply. For virtual events
main conference passes) = €6,050.00 = €7,260.00 = €8,470.00 VAT is charged only to those customers who reside in the UK since the location of the organiser and the place of
supply to the customer are both in the UK. Please note that these VAT rules are specific to ‘ticketed b2b events’
and that VAT rules for other types of events supplied by other types of organisers will vary.

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