12th - 16th October 2026 / Istanbul
Challenge 26
07 Sep 2026
World LPG Challenge'26 is proud to unveil its three finalists

Selected from a strong international field of startups reshaping the LPG industry.

Representing Portugal, South Africa and the USA, João Leite Ferreira, Head of Business, Azitek; Dijon Stols, Co-founder & CEO, IGV Systems and Vinoj Thanthaloor, CEO, Taram, will pitch their innovations live to industry leaders and decision-makers at Liquid Gas Week 2026 in Istanbul.

The three finalists will pitch their innovations live to industry leaders and decision-makers at Liquid Gas Week 2026 in Istanbul, competing for more than $10,000 in prize money, with the grand prize winner also earning a pass to Liquid Gas Week 2027 in Houston.


Meet the three finalists who will take stage in Istanbul:

Jao Leite Ferreira
João Leite Ferreira
Head of Business, Azitek
Dijon Stols
Dijon Stols
Co-founder & CEO, IGV Systems
Vinoj Profile picture
Vinoj Thanthaloor
CEO, Taram