In this episode of The 1895 Podcast, we're joined by GWGI's three editor's to reflect on the first half of 2025 and all the big talking points from the year so far.
From major developments in the hydrogen market to shifting US policy and ongoing challenges across the industrial gases sector, we unpack what’s driven the headlines so far this year.
We also look ahead to the second half of 2025 - discussing what to watch, where momentum is building, and how the industry might evolve over the next six months.
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Specialty Gas Summit 2025 review
In this episode of The 1895 Podcast, we look back on gasworld’s Specialty Gas Summit 2025 and pick out some of the best insights from event.
We explore the trends in the semiconductor and helium markets, the importance of automation, the challenges posed by PFAS regulations, and the need for localisation, collaboration, and innovation in the specialty gases industry.
Tune in to hear from: Miquel Lope, of Air Products; Lita Shon-Roy, of Techcet; Phil Kornbluth, of Kornbluth Helium Consulting; Harco van den Berg, of Air Products; Nicolas Gosset, of Air Liquide; Virginia Esly, of Messer SE &Co. KGaA; Kevin Klotz of Weldcoa; and Theresa Kjell, of ChemSec.
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Specialty gas recovery and reuse: live from Utrecht
In this live episode of The 1895 Podcast, we record from gasworld’s Specialty Gas Summit 2025 in Utrecht – joined on stage by Rich Brook.
We dive into the topic of recovery and reuse, particularly in the helium space, with insights from Rich’s career spanning semiconductors and industrial gas supply. From navigating helium shortages to the real drivers of recycling.
We also explore the buzz around helium-3, the ambitions of lunar mining, and fusion energy.
Also hear insights on supply security, innovation in specialty gases, and what really matters most to buyers in this high-value sector.
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Specialty gases, semiconductors, and supply chains – a summit preview
In this on-location episode of The 1895 Podcast, we record just hours before the start of gasworld's Specialty Gas Summit 2025 in Utrecht.
We set the scene by previewing the summit’s themes — from semiconductors and helium markets to recovery, reuse, and technology innovation — and look forward to our keynotes and sessions shaping this year’s event.
You can also hear a rundown of the latest specialty gas news within the industry - and a podcast exclusive announcement.
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How to support the hydrogen economy through infrastructure innovation
In this episode of The 1895 Podcast, we discuss the current state and future of hydrogen infrastructure.
We are joined by Chuck Hayes, Global Technical Lead of Clean Energy at Swagelok, to pick over the challenges and innovations in scaling hydrogen production, the importance of regulatory frameworks, and the role of companies, like Swagelok, in providing solutions for the hydrogen market and enabling the scale up of hydrogen infrastructure.
We also discuss regional developments in hydrogen initiatives across the globe and the need for collaboration and expertise in building a sustainable, scalable and viable hydrogen economy.
The 1895 Podcast is a content-driven podcast for the global industrial gases business, bringing together topical news, views and analysis of the stories that matter in the industry.
Listen, as we discuss the biggest stories of the day for the industry, taking a deeper dive into the big projects and announcements making the news and adding new insights and analysis.
We also discuss and chronicle the key inflection points of the industry’s future – on a regional, technological and applications level – and its increasingly critical role in the energy transition of today and tomorrow
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