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The Next 25

Building the infrastructure behind tomorrow's world

We gathered in Munich in February 2026 to do more than just talk about the future—we arrived to build it. This marked the launch of "The Next 25," our defining commitment to the generation that will inherit the energy system we create today.

While the world faces uncertainty, our message in Munich resonated loud and clear: electricity is the heartbeat of security, stability, and life itself.

The Next 25: A Global Movement

We stand at the dawn of the Electricity Era, and The Next 25 is our mission.

From the electrification of global industries to the raw power fueling AI, and from the floodlights of a football match to the life-saving hum of a maternity ward, our modern world runs on electricity. It is the heartbeat of our society. But power only matters when it reaches where it is needed.

That is why transmission has never been more critical. Security of supply depends on power grids.

To seize this moment, we united the most influential voices—from our own internal pioneers to titans of business, culture, and global leadership. Our leaders were on the ground, standing shoulder-to-shoulder with partners who share our vision.

Program Highlights

The Partnership: FC Bayern Munich Contract Signing

Date: February 12, 2026
Location: FC Bayern Women’s Stadium

This was more than a contract; it was the convergence of two legends with one shared goal—shaping a better society for the next generation. Hitachi Energy and FC Bayern Women officially united to champion high performance, resilience, and clean power. We proved that when sport and electricity connect, the world takes notice.

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The Dialogue: Monocle Foreign Desk Event

Date: February 12, 2026
Format: Live Radio & Panel Discussion 

We joined Monocle for an exclusive, special edition of "The Foreign Desk" to have the conversations that truly mattered. No scripts. Just real, unfiltered debate about the world we live in. Together, we explored how a resilient energy grid isn't just about electricity—it’s the foundation of secure borders and a brighter future. 

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The Debate: Politico Pub & Fireside Chat

Date: February 14, 2026
Theme: "Powering the Age of Electricity" 

Sometimes, the most important truths are spoken away from the podium. At the "Politico Pub," we hosted a candid, hard-hitting Fireside Chat to tackle the tough questions. We confronted the reality of the skills gap and asked the definitive question: who will actually build the future we are dreaming of? 

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The Network: Moments That Matter

Date: February 12-15, 2026
Includes: BMW Foundation Keynote, CEO Lunch, Axel Springer Freedom Party

Change happens when people connect. Throughout the Munich Security Conference—from the main stage of the BMW Foundation to high-stakes bilateral meetings with industry and political leaders—we made sure the voice of The Next 25 echoed in every room where energy security was on the agenda. Because when the future of global energy is being shaped, electricity transmission isn't just part of the conversation—it is the foundation.