Over the coming three months, the Open Charge Alliance will bring the global OCA community together across three different continents. From Asia to Europe and Australia, these events provide unique opportunities to connect with industry peers, exchange knowledge, discuss the latest developments in EV charging, and test the interoperability of charging solutions based on OCPP.
Whether you are looking to deepen your technical knowledge, participate in interoperability testing, discover the latest trends in the charging ecosystem, or simply connect with other members of the community, there is an OCA event waiting for you.
We look forward to welcoming the global OCA community at one or multiple of these events. Discover what each event has to offer below.
OCPP Plugfest & Conference Asia
August 25–26, 2026 | COEX Conference Centre, Seoul, Korea
The first event on the calendar is the OCPP Plugfest & Conference Asia, taking place at the COEX Conference Centre in Seoul, Korea.
This two-day event will bring together professionals from across the EV charging ecosystem for a combination of knowledge sharing, networking, and interoperability testing. The conference program will cover a wide range of topics related to:
- OCPP
- EV charging developments
- Cybersecurity
Alongside the conference, participants will have the opportunity to join OCPP interoperability testing sessions, connecting directly with other companies to validate their implementations.
To complement the conference and experience more the Korean culture, participants can also join the Cultural Experience & networking dinner. This will include a visit to the Lotte World Tower and the Folk Museum. It is the perfect opportunity to experience Korean culture while connecting with fellow members of the OCA community in a more informal setting.
The OCPP Plugfest & Conference Asia will take place alongside EV Trend Korea, one of Korea’s leading exhibitions focused on electric vehicles and sustainable mobility. OCA participants will receive complimentary tickets, allowing them to explore both events during their visit.
Curious about the full agenda or ready to register?
Visit the event page on the OCA website:
OCPP Plugfest & Conference Europe
September 22–23, 2026 | ESB Headquarters, Dublin, Ireland
Following the success of the OCPP Plugfest Europe in Arnhem in 2025, OCA is returning with a new European edition of the Plugfest & Conference. This time, ESB will open its headquarters in Dublin, Ireland, welcoming the OCA community for two days of interoperability testing and one day of knowledge sharing.
The event will combine:
- One conference day focused on industry trends and developments
- Two days of OCPP interoperability testing
- Cybersecurity testing opportunities for participating teams
During the testing days, participants will have the opportunity to test their OCPP implementations with other industry players, identify potential interoperability challenges, and exchange practical experiences. Additionally, testers will have the possibility to schedule a cybersecurity penetration test performed by ElaadNL, providing valuable insights into the security of their implementations.
The conference on September 22 will explore the theme: “Delivering electrification at scale: the role of standards, security and policy.”
The program will connect lessons learned from the development of EV charging infrastructure with the challenges facing the industry today and the decisions needed to accelerate future electrification.
To complete the Irish experience, participants can join the cultural evening at Johnny Fox’s Pub, where networking, dinner, and traditional Irish hospitality will provide another opportunity to connect with the community.
Discover the full agenda and registration details here:
OCA Plugfest & Conference Asia
October 21–23, 2026 | Canberra, Australia
For the first time, OCA will head down under to host an OCPP Plugfest & Conference Australia. The Canberra Institute of Technology will welcome the Australian OCA community for a full three day event.
The event will start with a full conference day on October 21, bringing together experts from Australia and around the world to discuss key topics shaping the future of EV charging.
The conference program will cover topics including:
- Grid integration and smart charging
- Cybersecurity developments
- International and local market learnings
- Implementation and testing readiness
We will will conclude this day with a networking reception, providing participants the opportunity to continue discussions and connect with industry peers.
Following the conference, two days of interoperability testing will take place, supporting testing of OCPP 1.6, OCPP 2.0.1, and OCPP 2.1 implementations. Test participants will be able to connect with other companies and validate their solutions in a collaborative environment.
For those interested in learning more about Plugfest testing, an observer program will also be available. Observers will be able to experience interoperability testing up close, attend demonstrations, and gain insights into how Plugfests contribute to improving compatibility across the charging ecosystem. More information about the observer program will be announced soon.
Do not miss this opportunity to join the first OCA Plugfest & Conference Australia!
More information about the event and agenda can be found on the OCA website
Registration will open soon. Keep an eye on the OCA website, LinkedIn page, and newsletter for the latest updates.
