This practical event will look at developments in the Northern automotive sector helping to generate new and exciting international opportunities.  Speakers will provide real examples of how companies are diversifying and innovating to meet the challenges of the future.   

What's on offer

During the webinar, attendees will be able to:

• Connect with key players in the automotive sector and discover insights into the latest technologies driving future mobility and industry developments.  
• Participate in discussions led by industry experts around the international opportunities through innovation, sustainability and collaboration.

There will be a facilitated roundtable discussion to consider:

• The implementation of new technologies to achieve a competitive advantage 

• Support available to help companies capitalise on new opportunities 

• Case studies & export journeys from manufacturing companies   

Speakers

• Lynne Gillen - Export Manager for Lancashire, Department for International Trade North West
• North America - Future Mobility Opportunities: Latham French - Sector Director Future Mobility, British Consulate General Toronto

The automotive support panellists include:

• Paul Jones - Chief Executive, Northern Automotive Alliance

• Christopher Jones - Automotive Specialist, Innovate UK Edge

• Michael Staley - International Trade Adviser and Automotive Sector Lead, Department for International Trade North West

The company panellists include:

• Sally Hepton - Director of Government Relations and Corporate Social Responsibility, Bentley Motors LTD

• Gustavo Marqueta Siibert - Group Business Development Director, WN VTech