Join us as we explore emerging EV tech, fleet electrification and community transport, also hearing Midlands First EV Consortium.
About this Event

Join Midlands Connect for it's annual EV Conference, taking place virtually on 11 March. We will be exploring many different topics in the world of electric vehicles, browse the agenda below to get a flavour of the topics we will be discussing:

9:30 – 9:45 | Speech – welcome and introductions

9:45 – 10:30 | Panel 1: Watt’s next – the future of battery and vehicle manufacturing technology

This panel will explore exciting new developments in EV battery technology and vehicle manufacturing, discussing the potential opportunities, challenges and solutions for manufacturers and ultimately revolutionising the experience for the consumer.

10:30 – 10:45 | Keynote speech (TBA)

10:45 – 11:00 | Coffee break

11:00 – 11:45 | Sparking collaboration: continuing the journey as Midlands First EV Consortium

This panel will feature members of the Midlands First EV Consortium, discussing their work so far, it’s objectives for the future and the lessons learned so far.

11:45 – 12:30 | Panel 3: Wired for success: experiences of commercial fleet electrification

We will be joined by businesses who are bringing their commercial fleets into the new era, discussing their experiences thus far alongside plans for the future. It will also explore the challenges overcome and the solutions used to implement fleet electrification.

12:30 – 12:45 | Coffee break

12:45 – 13:30 | Shared momentum: decarbonising community transport

This panel will explore the challenges and opportunities ahead for decarbonising community transport in both urban and rural settings, both of which come with their own unique challenges and opportunities.

13:30 – 13:45 | Speech – closing remarks

Maria Machancoses (CEO, Midlands Connect)