Chief Executive Officer of Gasgrid Finland leading the development of Finland’s gas and hydrogen infrastructure. He has served as CEO since Gasgrid was established in 2020 and is a prominent advocate for the energy transition & resilience, hydrogen economy, and European energy cooperation. Sipilä holds a Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration from the University of Vaasa and has more than 20 years of international management consulting experience. He also serves in several energy-sector leadership roles, including European and Finnish industry organizations.
2026-09-03
- Main Stage
The Baltic Sea region has become one of the most strategically important areas in Europe, sitting at the intersection of security, economic development, energy transformation, and critical i...
The Baltic Sea region has become one of the most strategically important areas in Europe, sitting at the intersection of security, economic development, energy transformation, and critical infrastructure.
As Europe faces growing geopolitical, economic, and technological challenges, the Baltic region is increasingly viewed not only as a frontline of European security, but also as a key driver of future growth, competitiveness, and resilience.
The opening panel will explore why the Baltic Sea region matters to Europe as a whole and how its strategic role is evolving.