Thailand to Welcome the Global Energy Industry to Bangkok
this September for Gastech 2026

• Hosted by Thailand's Ministry of Energy, Gastech 2026 will convene global ministers, CEOs, investors and technology leaders in Bangkok to address energy security, LNG supply, electrification, AI-driven demand growth and long-term infrastructure investment.
• According to the International Energy Agency, Southeast Asia is expected to account for approximately 25% of global energy demand growth through 2035, reinforcing the region's growing importance within the global energy landscape.
• The event is expected to welcome more than 30 energy ministers and senior government representatives alongside over 50,000 energy professionals, 1,000 exhibiting companies and 1,000 speakers from more than 150 countries.

Bangkok, 17 June 2026 – As Asia emerges as the centre of global energy demand, where rapid industrialisation and AI-driven electricity consumption have placed significant pressure on regional energy systems, Thailand's Ministry of Energy today outlined its vision for Gastech 2026, which will be unfolding in Bangkok from 14 - 17 September 2026.

As the world’s largest conference and exhibition dedicated to natural gas, LNG, low carbon solutions, electrification and AI for energy, Gastech 2026 will bring together global leaders from across the energy value chain at a time when the world is facing growing demand to deliver secure, affordable and reliable energy while supporting industrial growth, digital transformation and economic development. The event will position Thailand as a critical meeting point for international governments, energy producers, investors and technology leaders, providing the collaborative and action-driven platform required to drive immediate progress on energy security and economic growth.

According to the International Energy Agency, Southeast Asia is expected to account for approximately 25% of global energy demand growth through 2035, as ASEAN’s rapidly expanding economies drive an intensifying need for modern energy infrastructure, abundant LNG supply, reliable electricity generation and long-term investment.

The rapid growth of artificial intelligence, cloud infrastructure and data centres is adding a new dimension to this challenge. In May 2026 Thailand has approved six major projects worth a combined 958 billion baht or approximately US$29 billion, led by large-scale data infrastructure expansion including data center ad data hosting services. With the International Energy Agency projecting that electricity demand from data centres will nearly double by 2030, the country’s emergence as a regional hub for AI-enabled growth will rely on stable access to affordable power and continued investment from global technology companies.

At the same time, recent geopolitical uncertainty and volatility across global energy markets have reinforced the importance of supply diversification, energy security and regional cooperation. Governments and industry are increasingly focused on ensuring reliable energy supplies while continuing to invest in the infrastructure required to support long-term growth.

Against this backdrop, Gastech 2026 will provide a platform for governments, energy companies, technology leaders and investors to strengthen partnerships, accelerate investment and advance practical solutions that support future energy security and economic resilience.

Dr. Prasert Sinsukprasert, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Energy of Thailand, said "Global energy demand will continue to accelerate alongside rapid urbanisation and electrification across both developed and emerging economies. The world's collective future depends on access to the resources, infrastructure and investment required to support growth, ensure security of supply, strengthen long-term stability and drive resilience through system transformation and innovation.

As Asia accelerates energy demand growth, stronger regional cooperation, infrastructure investment and long-term partnerships are essential to meeting the rapidly evolving needs of billions across the region. Gastech 2026 provides an important opportunity to convene global energy leaders and help shape the next generation of energy systems that will support long-term energy security, economic growth and industrial development across Asia."

The event will provide opportunities for ministerial engagement, bilateral meetings, strategic policy dialogue and commercial partnerships across LNG, power generation, electrification, AI infrastructure, digitalisation, low-carbon technologies and future energy systems.

The participation of the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand, H.E. Anutin Charnvirakul, at the Gastech 2026 Opening Ceremony and Bangkok Energy Summit will further reinforce Thailand's leadership on international cooperation, energy security and sustainable economic development - while strengthening Bangkok's position as one of Asia's leading destinations for international business events, investment dialogue and industry collaboration