Gain new insights and ideas from inspiring opinion leaders and global industry experts

Messe Frankfurt’s premiere auto industry gathering, NextGen Auto International Summit China, is designed as a truly international thought leadership platform for speakers and delegates to interact, exchange ideas and promote new strategies, collaborations, technologies, services and applications. 

Delegates will take away new insights into business development directions and technology innovations that can facilitate a more sustainable and profitable future for OEMs, suppliers and service providers. 

High-level contributing speakers include:

•    Bill RUSSO, President and CEO, Synergistics; Senior Advisor, Booz & Co., China
As a former Chrysler executive in the China and Asia markets, Mr. Russo’s experience has involved successful partnership negotiation agreements, bringing new vehicle programs to market, and establishing sales / distribution infrastructure.  He will share his insights on creating a green transportation paradigm for 21st century mobility in China.     

•    Allan LARSSON, Vice Chairman and Project Manager, ElBil2020, Sweden
ElBil2020 is a key development project in Stockholm reflecting Sweden’s goal to be a world leader / role model in fossil-fuel free transportation by 2020.  Mr. Larsson will detail plans and progress in engaging the whole community for the transition.  He is Chairman of the Board of Lund University and a Former Swedish Minister of Finance.

•    Dr Tiezheng LI, Automotive Sector Engagement Manager for McKinsey & Co., China
Bringing together substantial industry expertise gained serving in both multinational and Chinese companies with a focus on automotive and energy sectors, Dr. Li will explore the way forward for the electrification of China’s auto industry.

•    Dr. Anthony THOMSON, Vice President, Qualcomm Europe , UK
As founding Chief Executive of HaloIPT, (Auckland University’s wireless power initiative), Dr. Thomson prior to acquisition by Qualcomm, he will evaluate the global potential for wireless charging infrastructure and innovative applications. 

•    Rick LONGOBART, Fleet, Facilities, and Stores Manager, City of Santa Ana, USA
Recognised as “Fleet Manager of the Year” and representing one of the US Top 100 Fleets, Mr. Longobart has dedicated his career to the quest for safer and greener fleets.  He will explain how the telematics services revolution is benefiting municipal governments through carbon footprint reduction, cost efficiencies and increased productivity. 

•    Mats HARBORN, Executive Director, Scania China Strategic Center, China
Drawing on his China experience as China Board Member of the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA), and representing Scania’s operations in China, Mr. Harborn will explore the way forward to greener, cleaner, energy efficient and more productive commercial fleets.

•    Dr. Gang XU, Partner, PwC’s PRTM Management Consulting, China
Drawing on his extensive automotive experience with Ford Motor, A.T. Kearney and PRTM, Dr. Xu will explore product innovation, platforming, new manufacturing approaches and supply chain needs for the next generation of passenger and commercial vehicles.

•    Hiroyuki AOKI, Senior Manager, Mobility Technology Group, TEPCO, Japan
Representing TEPCO, initiator of CHAdeMO and rapid charging, Mr. Aoki will highlight plans for the roll-out of infrastructure as well as the future direction of electric mobility for a low carbon economy in Japan.

•    Klaus PAUR, Global Head of Automotive, Ipsos, China
Mr. Paur is a consumer marketing, advertising and brands specialist in global automotive markets.  He will share his insights on telematics, including connectivity needs, consumers’ willingness to pay, as well as relevance to the vehicle purchase decision.

•    Christian HEEP, Director, Federal Association for eMobility (BEM), Germany
Mr. Heep constantly seeks new ideas and projects to establish electric mobility supported by renewable energy initiatives.  He will explore prospects for the electro-mobility transformation under way in Germany and supporting infrastructure initiatives.


Towards the next generation of smart, connected and energy efficient vehicles: Business and technology strategies for success

There are 2 keynote sessions and 9 in-depth tracks covering:
1.    Policies, plans and priorities for China’s automotive industry development
2.    Adopting new business models and technology innovations
3.    Personal mobility and intelligent transportation
4.    Commercial vehicles and fleets
5.    Connected vehicle technologies and telematics
6.    Investment, financing and going global
7.    Charging and infrastructure
8.    Alternative green fuels and natural gas engines
9.    Batteries, energy storage and management solutions
10.    Powertrains, regenerative systems and electronic control systems
11.    Advanced materials and manufacturing for the next generation

For the details of the Agenda, please visit http://www.nextgenautosummit-china.com/Programme_agenda.html . Sessions are bookable separately or as a package. 

Speaking and promotional opportunities available

Benefit from a range of speaking and sponsorship opportunities to join industry leaders and trendsetters in their networking circle, as well as maximise publicity about your business, products and services. Automechanika Shanghai exhibitors have priority in choosing their preferred sponsorship package and/or speaking topic.