The Caribbean's First

Caribbean
EV & Hybrid

Conference & Exhibition

May 20, 2026
Port of Spain, Trinidad
2026 Theme: Safety & Readiness

Advancing EV and hybrid vehicle safety, innovation, and readiness across the region.

Hosted & Organised By
Why This Conference Exists

The Caribbean's First Dedicated EV & Hybrid Conference

EVs and hybrids are shifting from novelty to normal operations across fleets, workplaces, and public roads. Adoption is underway — the readiness conversation is now the deciding factor.

A one-day conference and exhibition positioning partners at the centre of safe and confident EV and hybrid adoption in Trinidad and Tobago and the wider Caribbean. Organisations are asking practical questions: What changes in workshops and maintenance operations? What happens after an accident? How should charging sites be governed? This conference brings those conversations into one room.

EV Safety & Fire Protection

High-voltage hazard protocols, battery risk awareness, thermal runaway response, and incident management for first responders and facilities.

Charging Infrastructure

Charging-site planning, governance, risk management, workplace controls, and compliance strategies for safe deployment.

Standards & Compliance

Regulatory alignment, international standards adoption, and compliance frameworks for EV and hybrid operations in the Caribbean.

Fleet & Public Sector Transition

Real-world adoption challenges, procurement planning, and operational transition strategies for corporate and government fleets.

Training & Workforce Readiness

Technician capability building, structured learning pathways, and safe handling procedures aligned to global standards.

300+ Stakeholders

Connect with decision-makers from government, industry, and utilities. Live demos, vehicle exhibits, and investment and policy insights.

MAY 20
08:00

Delegate Exclusive Preview — EV & Hybrid Exhibition

First access to EVs, hybrids, chargers & safety tech before public opening. Exhibitor meet & greet and optional guided walk-through.

Exhibition Preview
09:00

Opening Ceremony & Keynote Addresses

Welcome & opening remarks, feature address on the Caribbean EV & hybrid landscape, and keynotes on safety & readiness and risk, insurance & the EV revolution.

Opening Ceremony
10:30

Morning Networking Break

Exhibition open for viewing. Connect with exhibitors and fellow delegates.

Networking
11:00

Morning Theme Presentations & Panel Discussion

Theme 1: EV Safety & Fire Protection. Theme 2: Charging Infrastructure — Building a Reliable Caribbean Network. Theme 3: Standards & Compliance — Local & International Frameworks. Followed by panel discussion: Are We Ready? A Multi-Sector Assessment.

Presentations & Panel
13:00

Lunch Break — Casual Networking

Exhibition open to delegates and public. One hour for networking and exhibition viewing.

Lunch & Exhibition
14:00

Afternoon Theme Presentations, Policy & Closing Plenary

Theme 4: Fleet & Public Sector Transition — Regional Case Studies. Theme 5: Training & Workforce Readiness for EV Technicians. Followed by standards & policy insights, conference synthesis, and closing remarks.

Presentations & Plenary
15:00

Conference Officially Closes — Exhibition Continues

The EV & Hybrid Car Exhibition remains open throughout the day with live vehicle showcases, charging technology demonstrations, and exhibitor engagements.

Exhibition
🎤
TEEX

TEEX Expert Speaker

Global Training & Public Safety Authority
🎤
T&T Chamber

Industry Keynote

Policy & Industry Perspective
🎤
APEXIS

Risk & Innovation Lead

Safety Systems & Digital Trust

Full speaker lineup to be announced. Get notified →

01

Government & Regulators

Policymakers and institutional stakeholders shaping the regulatory framework for EV and hybrid adoption across the Caribbean.

02

Auto Dealers & Workshops

Automotive retailers, workshop and technical operations leadership preparing for the shift to electric and hybrid servicing.

03

Utilities & Fleet Operators

Fleet owners, fleet managers, and energy providers addressing the infrastructure and operational demands of electrification.

04

Fire & Emergency Services

Emergency response leadership, facilities and safety managers building readiness for EV and hybrid incident scenarios.

05

Investors & Developers

Stakeholders exploring investment opportunities in charging infrastructure, EV services, and the wider electrification ecosystem.

06

Insurance & Risk

Insurers, risk managers, and loss control teams aligning products and frameworks for the growing EV and hybrid market.

300+
Expected Attendees
1
Full Day
10+
Expert Sessions
3
Host Organisations
SAFETY · READINESS · INNOVATION · CHARGING · FLEET · TRAINING ·
SAFETY · READINESS · INNOVATION · CHARGING · FLEET · TRAINING ·
Let's Partner & Succeed Together

Ready to Shape the Future of
EV & Hybrid in the Caribbean?

Join 300+ stakeholders from government, industry, and utilities. Driving the future of sustainable mobility in the Caribbean.

Privacy Policy

Overview

The Caribbean EV & Hybrid Conference and Exhibition 2026 ("the Event") is committed to protecting your personal information. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data in connection with the Event.

Information We Collect

We may collect your name, email address, phone number, organisation, and job title when you register, enquire about sponsorship, or subscribe to event updates. We also collect standard web analytics data (browser type, pages visited, referring URL) through our website.

How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to process registrations and event communications, respond to sponsorship and partnership enquiries, send event updates and relevant announcements, and improve the event experience and website functionality.

Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. Information may be shared with event co-hosts (T&T Chamber of Commerce, TEEX, Apexis Risk Innovation Group) solely for event administration purposes. We may share anonymised, aggregate data with sponsors and partners.

Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, or destruction.

Your Rights

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data at any time by contacting us at melanie.francis@apexisglobal.com.

Contact

For questions about this policy, contact Melanie Francis at melanie.francis@apexisglobal.com or call 1 (868) 794-3864.

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