Key facts
- EEX plans to offer new futures contracts in Australia by 2027.
- The expansion is driven by the growth of renewable energy and battery systems in Australia.
- EEX's Japan power trading market has experienced rapid growth, with volumes increasing significantly.
- New daily contracts are being launched in Japan's Kansai region.
- Geopolitical uncertainty has driven volatility in energy markets, increasing demand for exchange-cleared products.
The European Energy Exchange (EEX) is planning to expand its services to Australia by 2027, aiming to offer new futures contracts to help manage price risks associated with the country's growing renewable energy sector. EEX sees the Asia-Pacific region as a key growth area for the next five years. The exchange has already experienced significant expansion in Japan, where its power trading volumes have surged. In 2026, trading volume reached 81 terawatt hours, a 127% increase year-on-year, with March alone setting a monthly record. EEX is also introducing new daily contracts in Japan's Kansai region, allowing traders to profit from price differences between Tokyo and Kansai. The company is engaging with Australian market participants and regulators to facilitate this expansion.