A Comprehensive Look at the Energy Industry Paradigm Shift... "Electric Power Industry Expo" Opens at EXCO

130 Energy Companies to Participate
Showcasing Innovative New Renewable Technologies

The "2026 Korea Electric Power Industry Expo (EPEK 2026)," which offers a comprehensive overview of the paradigm shift in Korea’s power and energy industry, will open on June 24 at EXCO in Daegu.

This exhibition, co-hosted by Gyeongbuk Province and the Korea Electrical Contractors Association, and organized by EXCO and the Korea Electric Times, will run for three days until June 26. Now in its sixth year, the expo will feature a total of 130 companies across 400 booths. These companies will showcase the latest technologies and innovative products in the fields of power generation and nuclear power, transmission and distribution, power digitalization, and renewable energy.

Electric Industry Expo held at EXCO last year

This year’s EPEK has adopted a more structured approach with the introduction of a "four specialized pavilion" system to enhance visitor convenience and elevate the professionalism of the exhibition. The exhibition hall will be divided into the Gyeongbuk Province Nuclear Renaissance Pavilion, Renewable Energy Pavilion, Equipment Pavilion, and Construction & Safety Pavilion.

At the center of the exhibition hall, leading anchor companies and major institutions such as Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power, Doosan Enerbility, Korea Electric Power Technology, Korea Electric Power Corporation’s Safety Division, KEPCO KDN, and the Korea Electrical Contractors Association will participate, demonstrating the robust status of Korea’s domestic energy ecosystem.

Additionally, at the "Overseas Buyer Invitation Export Consultation," top global buyers from 19 companies across 10 countries will visit the expo in person to conduct one-on-one customized consultations.

This marks more than a twofold increase in the scale of buyers compared to last year (8 companies from 6 countries), and is expected to provide an opportunity to open new export markets for companies facing stagnation. A domestic procurement consultation, attended by purchasing managers from domestic power generation companies, public institutions, and large corporations, will also be held in a special consultation area within the exhibition hall.

The expo also features a lineup of professional seminars that address the latest policy changes and practical issues facing the power industry head-on. These seminars are expected to provide practical solutions for industry professionals by timely addressing sensitive topics such as the recently enacted Agrovoltaic Act and battery fires.

At the "2030 Energy Transition Briefing Session," the Korea Energy Agency will share initiatives for rational energy use and exemplary cases of carbon neutrality implementation in the public sector. There will also be sessions such as the "Sunlight Income Village and Agrovoltaics Briefing," which has become a topic of interest due to recent legislative changes; the "Distributed Energy Hybrid System Workshop," which explores the integration of solar power and ESS; and the "Technical Exchange for Improving Distribution Network Reliability," hosted by Korea Electric Power Corporation. In addition, the industry will benefit from knowledge-sharing platforms such as the "Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Response Seminar," a critical topic for safety, and the "KEC-Based Electrical Design Technology Seminar," both of which are expected to further enhance expertise across the sector.

Meanwhile, during EPEK 2026, Hall 5 of the East Wing at EXCO will simultaneously host the "Battery Charging Show," a specialized exhibition for electric vehicle charging infrastructure, further establishing the event as a "mega hub for the Korean electric power and energy industry," spanning from generation to the final stage of consumption.

Junwoo Jeon, CEO of EXCO, stated, "This year’s Korea Electric Power Industry Expo features a significant increase in professional seminars and more than double the number of overseas buyers. By holding the event concurrently with the Battery Charging Show in the East Wing, we hope to widely showcase the strength of Korea’s electric technology."

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