On December 12, 2024, RAI Automotive Industry NL and Automotive Campus are organizing autoMEETive 2024 in Helmond. This event offers a unique platform for the latest developments in sustainable energy, focusing on innovation, collaboration, and forward-thinking solutions in the automotive sector. This year, autoMEETive is combined with an exclusive press day, bringing all activities together in one day. This integration allows us to offer a diverse program for automotive professionals and the press.

More information and registration

Programme

The day begins with a joint reception and opening, followed by an inspiring tour of leading companies on the campus. These demonstrations provide an exclusive look at the latest battery and testing technologies being developed at the Automotive Campus.

After lunch, the programs will diverge for the two target groups:

• For automotive professionals and campus residents: An afternoon filled with demos, guest speakers, interactive Q&A sessions, and networking opportunities to exchange ideas and explore collaborations.
• For the press: In addition to the morning demonstrations, journalists will have the opportunity for 1-on-1 interviews with industry experts and business leaders, offering deeper insights into the latest developments in battery technology.

Timetable

• 09:15 – 09:45 | Arrival and registration
• 09:45 – 10:15 | Welcome and opening by AC, RAI, and BCC-NL
• 10:20 – 10:55 | Official opening of the new test facilities at VDL ETS
• 11:00 – 12:15 | Demo tour part 1
• 12:15 – 13:00 | Lunch
• 13:00 – 14:15 | Demo tour part 2
• 14:15 – 15:30 | Guest speakers + Q&A (for automotive professionals) / 1-on-1 interviews (for the press)
• 15:30 – 17:00 | Networking reception (for both groups)

Event Highlights:

• Opening of the new test facilities at VDL ETS.
• Demonstrations of advanced technologies.
• Networking opportunities with experts, innovators, and policymakers from the industry.
• Exclusive 1-on-1 interviews for the press with leading figures in the sector.

Demo tours

The companies will be visited in small groups. The participating companies are InMotion, VDL ETS, TNO, and IM Efficiency.

Guest speakers

• VDL Groep, Driving the Future: VDL’s Role in Achieving Zero-Emission Transport by Hans Bekkers, Director of Business Development
• DENS
• Summa Automotive

This event is made possible by a Holland High Tech MIT Network Activities Grant (MIT Scheme–Network Activities).