Smart Grid Forums

What Smart Grid Forums does

Smart Grid Forums is an independent, founder-led B2B conference organiser specialising in the European power sector, founded in 2011 and headquartered in London with a Dubai regional entity. Its core product is the SGT (Smart Grid Technical Forum) annual conference, a 3-day in-person event combining a 1-day strategic plenary with a 2-day technical programme structured around eight specialised tracks — Substation Virtualization, OT Cybersecurity, SCADA & Control Room, Big Data Analytics, Smart Metering, DER Integration, Utility Connectivity, and IEC 61850. SGT26 in Paris attracted 500+ participants and 50+ exhibitors, supported by 60+ hours of utility case-study content, 20+ hours of onsite networking, and an awards ceremony recognising utility innovation excellence. The programme is shaped through depth interviews with 100+ utility leaders, managers and technical experts, and the events have built a multi-year roster of utility attendees including National Grid Electricity Transmission, TenneT, Alliander, Statnett, RTE, Elia, E.ON, Enel and Svenska kraftnät, alongside technology sponsors such as Fortinet (Platinum), Aspen Technology, SUBNET Solutions, Wirepas, Axians & Omexom (VINCI Energies), Secure and Schneider Electric.

The company monetises through three streams: tiered delegate registration (1-day €795-€1,095, 2-day €1,495-€1,795, 3-day €2,195-€2,795, plus Swiss VAT), multi-tier sponsorship and exhibition packages (Platinum, Gold, Silver, Live Demo, Technical Workshop, Exhibitor), and an annual Utility Innovation Excellence Awards programme. The technology stack is deliberately thin: the firm runs on Mailchimp for database, Checkout Page LLC for ticketing, and YouTube/LinkedIn for content distribution, while outsourcing telephone outreach to microLabz Research Services. To extend engagement beyond the annual flagship, Smart Grid Forums bundles a 12-month post-event programme of monthly online meetups (90-minute utility innovation presentations followed by 60-minute roundtable problem-solving) with conference registration, alongside a year-round online community forum, technical roundtables, communication training workshops, and 1:1 live demo labs during the event itself.

Operationally, Smart Grid Forums runs on 1-10 employees, has raised no external funding, and is closely held by Founder & CEO Mandana White. Its competitive posture is built on claimed independence from vendor affiliations, deep IEC 61850 domain expertise accumulated over more than a decade, and a recurring sponsor base concentrated in OT cybersecurity, grid automation, connectivity and metering suppliers serving European transmission and distribution system operators.

Name

Smart Grid Forums

Legal name

Smart Grid Forums Ltd

Website

https://smartgrid-forums.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Smart Grid Forums is an independent London-based B2B conference organiser producing the annual SGT (Smart Grid Technical Forum) flagship event for European utility technical teams, technology suppliers, and system integrators focused on grid modernisation, OT cybersecurity, and renewables integration.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Business Conferences and Events (Power Sector)

NAICS

Civic and Social Organizations (813410), Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution (2211)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Executive Summits & Invitation-Only Forums (MPAGAGAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

SCADA/DMS/OMS Integration, Upgrades & Managed Services (EUAEANAE), Customer Energy Engagement (In-Home Displays, Portals, Usage Insights) (EUADAFAH), DER Aggregation & Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) (EUAMAJAC)

Keywords

• Business conference services
• Power sector events
• Energy industry forums
• Smart grid conferences
• Utility networking events

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Conference Delegate Registration: Revenue from ticket sales for annual in-person conferences (SGT26, SGT27) with tiered pricing for 1-day, 2-day, and 3-day packages. Pricing ranges from €795-€1,095 for 1-day, €1,495-€1,795 for 2-day, and €2,195-€2,795 for 3-day packages, with early bird discounts available.
2. Sponsorship & Exhibition: Revenue from sponsors and exhibitors who showcase products and services through exhibition rooms, live demo labs, technical workshops, thought leadership presentations, and case-study slots. Multiple sponsorship tiers including Platinum, Gold, Silver, Live Demo, and Technical Workshop sponsors.
3. Awards Programme: Revenue from utility innovation excellence awards programme where both utilities and suppliers submit entries for project recognition, with a panel of judges reviewing submissions and winners announced at ceremony.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Smart Grid Forums is an independent conference organizer specialized in the power sector. It produces annual in-person conferences (SGT26, SGT27) featuring strategic plenary sessions, multi-track technical conferences, exhibitions, awards, and roundtables, complemented by year-round online community forums and monthly meetups that bring power grid operators together with technology innovators and system integrators.

Product overview

Smart Grid Forums is an independent conference organizer specializing in the power sector that organizes events for utility technical teams, technology innovators, and system integrators. The core product is the annual SGT (Smart Grid Technical Forum) conference, which is a 3-day event combining a 1-day strategic plenary session with a 2-day 8-track technical conference (covering Substation Virtualization, OT Cybersecurity, SCADA & Control Room, Big Data Analytics, Smart Metering, DER Integration, Utility Connectivity, and IEC 61850). This is supported by year-round engagement products including monthly online meetups, an online community forum, technical roundtables, an exhibition with live demo labs, the SGT Utility Innovation Excellence Awards ceremony, and communication training workshops. The events facilitate crucial conversations surrounding grid transformation, renewables integration, and delivering to climate goals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• SGT (Smart Grid Technical Forum) Annual Conference Flagship annual 3-day in-person conference combining a 1-day strategic plenary session with a 2-day, 8-track technical conference covering Substation Virtualization, OT Cybersecurity, SCADA & Control Room, Big Data Analytics, Smart Metering, DER Integration, Utility Connectivity, and IEC 61850, plus exhibitions, awards, and networking for utility operators and technology suppliers.
• Monthly Online Meetups 12-month online programme of monthly meetups (90-minute sessions) that combine a utility innovation presentation with a facilitated roundtable problem-solving discussion, included free with SGT conference registration to maintain implementation momentum.
• Online Community Forum Year-round online community forum that enables continuous engagement among power sector professionals between the annual in-person SGT events.
• SGT Utility Innovation Excellence Awards Annual awards ceremony recognising innovation excellence in utility transformation projects, with submissions open to both utilities and suppliers, reviewed by a panel of judges and winners announced at the ceremony.

Quantifiable outcome

• SGT26 Paris: 500+ participants, 50+ exhibitors, 60+ hours of utility case-study content, 20+ hours of onsite networking, 30+ hours of post-event meetups
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

25 partnerships are on record, tiered platinum sponsor, gold sponsor, silver sponsor, live demo sponsor, technical workshop sponsor, core and exhibitor.

• Fortinetplatinum sponsorGTM or Marketing PartnerFortinet is a major cybersecurity company (NASDAQ: FTNT) securing operations of over 900,000 organisations worldwide. The Fortinet OT Security Platform safeguards OT networks while ensuring operational reliability. Platinum sponsor for SGT27 Geneva with cybersecurity solutions for grid protection.
• Aspen Technologygold sponsorGTM or Marketing PartnerAspen Technology (NASDAQ:AZPN) is a global software leader providing Digital Grid Management solutions including SCADA, GMS, EMS, ADMS, OMS, DERMS, Pipeline Management, Network Model Management and Historian. Gold sponsor providing automation solutions for power generation, transmission, distribution, and microgrid sectors.
• SUBNET Solutions Inc.gold sponsorGTM or Marketing PartnerSince 2000, SUBNET specializes in software solutions for electric utilities to integrate, manage and cybersecure intelligent OT devices. Clients in over 65 countries securing critical infrastructure across 6 continents. Gold sponsor offering cybersecurity and integration solutions.
• Wirepasgold sponsorGTM or Marketing PartnerGlobal connectivity leader providing standards-based, ultra-resilient, infinitely scalable networks for large-scale industrial deployments. Connects 20M+ devices worldwide with proven 99.99% reliability. Gold sponsor providing connectivity solutions for smart electricity metering.
• Axians & Omexom (VINCI Energies)gold sponsorGTM or Marketing PartnerAxians (ICT brand) and Omexom (infrastructure brand) combine complementary expertise in energy and digital infrastructure. Support energy transition and digital transformation with innovative, integrated solutions. Gold sponsors providing expertise in smart energy management and grid resilience.
• Securegold sponsorGTM or Marketing PartnerMultinational corporation based in Udaipur, India, founded in 1987 with over 7,200 people across ten countries. Portfolio spans energy and utility ecosystems including grid metering solutions, power quality, and smart heat controls reaching 60+ countries. Gold sponsor providing metering solutions.
• Grid to Greatsilver sponsorGTM or Marketing PartnerPioneer in substation digitalization with 40+ years of innovation beginning with Locamation in 1983. IEC 61850-compliant Process Interface Units deployed in 150+ substations across five countries. Silver sponsor providing substation virtualization and digitalization solutions.
• COPA-DATAlive demo sponsorGTM or Marketing PartnerIndependent software manufacturer founded in 1987, specializing in digitalization for manufacturing and energy sectors. zenon software platform enables automation and optimization of machines, equipment, buildings and power grids. 450+ employees, EUR 99 million revenue in 2024. Live Demo sponsor showcasing digitalization solutions.
• Schneider Electrictechnical workshop sponsorGTM or Marketing PartnerGlobal energy technology leader driving efficiency and sustainability with 160,000 employees and one million partners in over 100 countries. Consistently ranked among world's most sustainable companies. Technical Workshop sponsor providing intelligent devices, AI-powered systems, and digital services.
• KEMA Labs (CESI Group)technical workshop sponsorGTM or Marketing PartnerProminent global player in Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry for electrical grid equipment. Facilities worldwide ensuring grid components meet performance and safety standards. Technical Workshop sponsor providing consultancy, testing, and certification services.
• microLabz Research Services Pvt LtdcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerService provider assisting with telephone outreach to potential attendees at work phone numbers to ask about programme update emails. Also assists in triennial database reviews. Based in India with appropriate data protection safeguards in place.
• Checkout Page LLCcoreTechnology or IntegrationOnline registration and ticketing software provider. Sale of tickets concluded using Checkout Page's software. Both Checkout Page LLC and Smart Grid Forums act as controllers of collected information.
• MailchimpcoreTechnology or IntegrationDatabase provider for storing all customer information. Mailchimp stores personal data on servers based in the USA and Germany.
• EcoPhiexhibitorGTM or Marketing PartnerSpecializes in substation digitalization and virtualization with QMU 800 ultra-high-sampling merging unit and CMPC 800 centralized platform for grid management. Exhibitor showcasing grid efficiency, reliability, and sustainability solutions.
• A-AntennasexhibitorGTM or Marketing PartnerSwedish company specializing in antennas for IoT and metering with focus on 100% fit for purpose products. Extensive field experience with installers and metering site planners. Exhibitor showcasing purpose-built antenna solutions.
• CONDISexhibitorGTM or Marketing PartnerMajor player in network digitalisation with expertise in IEC 61850 protocol, providing products and services for network operators transitioning to automated infrastructures. Exhibitor showcasing engineering, manufacturing, and data management solutions.
• GarderosexhibitorGTM or Marketing PartnerDevelops and manufactures industrial routers and software solutions for secure IP data communication in critical infrastructure. Solutions for LTE 450, private LTE, 5G, and public 4G/5G networks. ISO 27001 certified with active membership in 450 MHz Alliance.
• AdvantechexhibitorGTM or Marketing PartnerGlobal leader in IoT intelligent systems and embedded platforms with Edge Computing and Edge AI focus. Energy and Utilities as one of five key markets. Exhibitor showcasing industrial data communication solutions.
• TratosexhibitorGTM or Marketing PartnerItalian cable manufacturer since 1966 supplying fibre optic, overhead conductors, underground power, railway and maritime cables. Global client base including major European, American, Middle Eastern and Asian utilities. Exhibitor showcasing cable solutions.
• WestermoexhibitorGTM or Marketing PartnerProvides full range of industrial data communication solutions for demanding applications in transport, energy and water sectors. 50 years at cutting edge of technological development. Local presence in 40+ countries. Exhibitor showcasing industrial communication solutions.
• NovaTech AutomationexhibitorGTM or Marketing PartnerProvides automation products and solutions for electric utilities used in substations, pole tops, enterprises, and grid edges including Substation Controllers, Smart RTUs, and Synchronization GPS Clocks. Exhibitor showcasing utility automation solutions.
• Digital Smart Group (DSG)exhibitorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorValue Added Reseller (VAR) for NovaTech Automation in Europe and UK. Helps accelerate adoption of technology through customized solutions, expert consulting, and integration services. Exhibitor showcasing NovaTech solutions.
• INSYS icomexhibitorGTM or Marketing PartnerDigitalization expert in industrial data communication for over 30 years. Industrial-grade quality for remote maintenance, remote control, condition monitoring, and data networking. Exhibitor showcasing industrial router solutions.
• Safegrid (G&W Electric)exhibitorGTM or Marketing PartnerPart of G&W Electric, enabling utilities to move from reactive to proactive grid monitoring with up to 100-meter fault location accuracy. Intelligent Grid System transforms raw grid data into clear insights. Exhibitor showcasing grid monitoring solutions.
• WAGO CONTACT SAexhibitorGTM or Marketing PartnerSubsidiary of global WAGO Group, one of largest employers in canton Fribourg with 500+ employees. Specializes in high-quality PCB terminal blocks and junction box connectors. Exhibitor showcasing connection and automation technology.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Clarion Events (Enlit): Operates Enlit (formerly European Utility Week), a major annual conference and exhibition covering the full power utility value chain. Direct competitor for European utility audience attendance and technology vendor sponsorship.
• Questex (DistribuTECH): Organizes DistribuTECH, the leading North American transmission and distribution conference. Competes for vendor sponsorship budgets and utility speaker/attendee mindshare in the same smart grid / T&D domain.
• Reuters Events (Energy): Produces senior-level utility and energy executive summits in Europe and globally. Direct competitor for C-suite and senior management delegate attendance in the European power sector.

Broad incumbents

• Informa Markets (Energy & Utilities portfolio): Informa operates a large portfolio of energy-sector events and exhibitions globally. Functions as a scaled incumbent whose events overlap with SGT's utility and vendor audience, though with broader industry coverage.
• S&P Global Commodity Insights (events): Hosts energy-focused conferences and executive summits alongside its information services business. Larger incumbent competing for the same utility decision-maker audience, particularly in European power and renewables.

Others

• CIGRE: International council on large electric systems that runs technical sessions and symposia on power systems. Not a direct commercial competitor but pulls from the same expert utility audience SGT cultivates, particularly around IEC 61850.
• IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission): Standards body behind IEC 61850, a core domain in Smart Grid Forums' programming. Engages overlapping utility and vendor technical experts through working groups and general meetings, making it an adjacent ecosystem player.

Emerging players

• European Energy Innovation (magazine & events): European-focused energy publication and small-scale event producer covering grid modernization and renewable integration. Partial overlap with SGT's utility audience at smaller scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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