IAC - INTERNATIONAL AUTOMOTIVE CONFERENCE 2009
Event Dates
Feb. 10 - 12, 2009
in Sunderland (UK - United Kingdom - Europe) > Sunderland Marriott Hotel
Automotive locations -carmaking close to the customer
How European facilities can compete in a rapidly changing global environment.
Sunderland is one of the UK's fastest growing automotive regions, so where else would the world's leading senior automotive, manufacturing, production, engineering, logistics and transport executives meet to discuss the major issues affecting the automotive sector?
An established conference, now in its 10th year!
The IAC has become an important date in the global auto industry calendar, bringing automotive experts together in the heart of Sunderland to hear about the latest cutting-edge business strategies and industry techniques.
In 2007, more than 130 key automotive executives attended this networking event and discussed the pertinent issues affecting this dynamic market.
This year, some of the most influential decision-makers and innovators from all areas of the industry, including logistics, product development, purchasing and manufacturing will be sharing their views.
This is your chance to be at the forefront of the automotive debate, to discuss the challenges, learn from the market leaders and exploit the opportunities available to you and your business.
Tuesday 10 February 2009
18:30
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20:30 Cocktail reception
Radisson SAS, Durham
Pre-conference cocktail reception and registration
This is a great opportunity to get acquainted with fellow delegates. It is a relaxed start to the international automotive business meeting of the year.
Wednesday 11 February 2009
Radisson SAS, Durham
08:00 Registration
09:00 Session 1 - Talk from the top
Keynote speakers discuss vehicle making locations, the advantage of location and the challenges they face
Dr Michael Wynn-Williams, Senior Analyst (Japan and South Korea), Global Insights
Gary Harlock, Director, Perspective
10:30 Coffee break
11:00 Session 2 - Product Development/Engineering
Contrasting strategies - European expertise in global markets
Design and development - how vehicles are developed for and in new markets
Gauging and satisfying customer expectations in design and dynamics
Testing and evaluation - proving global products
Jason Rowe, Chief Materials Engineer, Lotus Engineering
Lee Hall, Course Director, Sustainable Transport Design, Coventry University
Eamonn Martin, Facility Manager - Environmental Test Lab, MIRA Ltd.
12:30 Lunch
14:00 Session 3 - Advanced vehicle technology - location considerations
Low emissions and high efficiency - is the 'first world' still the first choice for new tech?
New strategies for new high-tech alternative vehicle power systems
ULEVs in new markets - where to design/develop/produce?
Battery and power system production - the new world map of capacity
Dirk Kok, Reach Out Fellow, University of Sunderland
Juergen Henschel, CEO Distribution & Logistics, Tyco Electronics Logistics
15:30 Coffee break
16:00 Session 4 - Staying globally competitive by being leaner and greener
A leading panel discusses the premise that if logistics is up to scratch, location doesn't matter
How can automakers and LSPs work together to meet and beat the current challenges?
Remembering long term objectives under economic constraints
Green is not a cost but can be a means to efficiencies
Awais Ajmal, Head of Supply Chain, Kia Motors UK
Melanie Moore, Global Head of Environment and Quality, Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics
Paul Dyer, MD Automotive UK, DHL Exel Supply Chain
Robert Mountain, Supply Planning Dept Manager, Honda Motor Europe
17:30
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21:30 Gala dinner (with pre-dinner drinks)
National Glass Centre, Sunderland
Buses depart from the Radisson SAS, Durham at 17.30 (immediately after the conference session).
This is your chance to get to know fellow delegates and meet present and future customers, in a relaxed setting. It's your opportunity to form those all-important long-term business relationships. After-dinner entertainment will be provided by Rick Wakeman, former keyboard player of rock band 'Yes', now a regular radiio host on Planet Rock.
Thursday 12 February 2009
Radisson SAS, Durham
08:30 Registration
09:00 Session 5 - moving the metal
Addressing the challenges of a global automotive economy - the logistics perspective
Understanding the demands of an economy under cost pressure
Local issues in a global arena - costs and benefits
Managing the logistics challenges on a day-to-day basis
John Buchanan, MP&L Manager, Emerging Market Sourcing, Ford of Europe
Christoph Frank, Manager, Production Strategy - Location, Daimler AG - Mercedes-Benz
Jan Huijgens, Supply Chain Manager, Europe, ArvinMeritor
10:30 Coffee break
11:00 Session 6 - Purchasing and Manufacturing - Western Europe fights back
Comparative case studies of lower-cost countries and high-skill/automation regions
Innovation - a burden or an opportunity for suppliers?
Balancing the suppliers' global footprint for cost and logistics advantages
Geoff Smith, General Manager/Senior Member, Purchasing Team, Nissan Europe
Shaun McNeil, Senior Production Systems Development Manager, Bentley
Julian Hetherington, Director, Manufacturing Business Office, Jaguar and LandRover
12:30 Lunch
Organizers
Ultima Media
Lamb House
Church Street
London
W4 2PD
UK - United Kingdom
+44 (0) 20 8987 0902
+44 (0) 20 8987 0948
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