The 15th Edition of the Conference on Automotive R&D Trends, organized by the Tamil Nadu Technology Development & Promotion Centre of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), is set to take place on March 11, 2024, at Hotel Hilton, Chennai. The event will unfold from 9.30 AM to 5.00 PM, bringing together industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders to explore the transformative trends in automotive research and development.
In the rapidly evolving landscape of the automotive industry, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and suppliers find themselves amid unprecedented disruption. The constant demand for innovation to align with current and future market dynamics places significant pressure on OEMs. Suppliers play a pivotal role in supporting OEMs to navigate through new product innovations, reduce operational costs, and positively impact profit margins.
The Conference on Automotive R&D Trends, organized by the Tamil Nadu Technology Development & Promotion Centre, has emerged as a crucial platform. It enables stakeholders to comprehend the business strategies adopted by OEMs and value chain players to meet the ever-changing market demands. The conference serves as a nexus for professionals from the automotive and allied sectors, fostering a collaborative environment for sharing expert insights and strengthening the automotive R&D base.
The upcoming 15th Edition of the conference is going to highlight the latest research and innovation disruptions in the automotive sector. Bringing together leaders and experts from the industry, this edition aims to provide profound insights into navigating the future of automotive technology. Technical discussions during the conference will encompass various areas, addressing the evolving landscape of automotive R&D.
Distinguished speakers invited to address the conference include Satyakam Arya, Conference Chairman & CEO of Daimler India Commercial Vehicles, and Srivats Ram, Vice Chairman of CII – Tamil Nadu State Office & Managing Director of Wheels India. Additionally, a special session will feature Reji Mathai, Director of The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), and Saurabh Dalela, Director of the International Centre for Automotive Technology (ICAT).
The conference is structured into insightful sessions, each focusing on key aspects of automotive R&D. The first session, “India in the Global Mobility Arena,” will feature eminent speakers such as Pradeep Kumar Thimmayan of Daimler India Commercial Vehicles, Arun Jaura of Hero MotoCorp, C V Raman of Maruti Suzuki India Limited, Umesh Krishnappa of Royal Enfield, and P Kaniappan of ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India Limited.
The second session, “Technology as a Booster for Automotive Supply Chain,” will include perspectives from Nithya Balakrishnan of Fourth Partner Energy, Janardanan V of Redington Limited, and Novi TP of Satyam Venture. The third session, “Driving Innovation in Mobility Ecosystem,” will feature thought leaders such as Mr. Rajendra Chougule of Tata Consultancy Services, Balaje Rajan of Tata Motors, Hariharan Ramakrishnan of Motherson Technology Services, Amit Rao of SUN Mobility, and Ramesh Vedavyasa of Unity Technologies.
The fourth session, “Partnerships for Innovative India,” will include insights from Dr. G V Selvam of Vellore Institute of Technology, Shankar Viswanathan of Sundaram Clayton Limited, Srinivas Aravapalli of BlueBinaries Engineering and Solutions Pvt Ltd, Ganesh Rajagopal of Monolith Technologies Private Limited, and Vishwanath Sahasranamam of Forge Innovation & Ventures. The fifth and final session, “Auto Tech – the Convergence of Automotive and Technology Industries,” will feature perspectives from Meenakshi Sundaram of India Pistons Ltd, Shankar Venugopal of Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd, and Sunil David, a Senior Digital Technology Consultant.
Delegate registration details, stall queries, and sponsorship opportunities with speaking engagements can be directed to C Selvaraj. The conference anticipates the attendance of over 300 senior management personnel from diverse industries across India and abroad. Delegate profiles expected include MDs, CXOs, Presidents, Vice Presidents, GMs, Senior & Middle Management, Business Officials, Chief Architects, Heads of R&Ds, Design, Innovation, Technology, Operations, Research Scholars, and top academia.
This conference represents a pivotal forum for industry players to engage with the latest trends, innovations, and strategies in automotive R&D. The delegate fee is categorized as follows: CII Member – 5000 INR, Non-Member – 6000 INR, Academic Institution – 4000 INR (Per Participant/excluding GST). Tamil Nadu Technology Development & Promotion Centre of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) invites interested candidates to participate in shaping the future of automotive technology.