Join EARPA for its Autumn Meeting 2026, taking place on 29–30 September 2026 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Brussels City.
The two-day event brings together EARPA members, automotive research organisations and relevant stakeholders from across the European road mobility and automotive sector to exchange knowledge, explore emerging priorities and build new connections.
Whether you are an EARPA member looking to engage with the community or an organisation interested in European automotive research and innovation, the event offers an opportunity to connect, exchange & shape the future of road mobility.
Registration for the event has now closed, but if you would like to still attend please email david.twomey@earpa.eu
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Who can attend?
- EARPA Members get full access to the 2 day event.
- Non-EARPA Members: Organisations with a relevant connection to the automotive sector are welcome to attend the Networking Reception on 29 September (18:30–21:00) and the Open Conference on 30 September 2026.
Why you should attend:
- EARPA Members can join dedicated Foresight and Collaborative Research Group Sessions on 29 September 2026 to exchange views, identify trends and explore collaboration opportunities.
- Exchange knowledge and expertise with organisations shaping European automotive research and innovation at the Networking Reception on 29 September 2026.
- On 30 September, stay informed about key European research and innovation priorities during the open conference, featuring an update from the European Commission, insights from EURIAS, and a panel discussion on automotive research and technology infrastructures.
For any questions about the event, please contact David - d.twomey@earpa.eu
Programme
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Day 1: Tuesday: 29 September 2026 |
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08:30 - 09:00 |
Welcome coffee |
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09:00 - 11:00 |
Connectivity Automation Safety (CAS) |
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Powertrains and Energy Systems (PES) |
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Integrated Product and Process Development (IPPD) |
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11:00 - 11:30 |
Coffee Break |
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11:30 - 13:30 |
Mobility for People and Goods (MPG) |
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Collaboration and Project Management (CPM) |
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13:30 - 14:30 |
Lunch |
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14:30 - 16:00 |
Zero Emission Road Transport (ZERT) + Renewable Energy (RES) + Impact of transport on environment and human health (THE) |
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16:00 - 16:30 |
Coffee Break |
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16:30 - 18:00 |
Connected Cooperative Automated Mobility (CCAM) + Safety (SAFE) + Multimodal and Sustainable Transport Systems for passengers and goods (MSTS) |
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Batteries (BAT) |
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18:30 - 21:00 |
Networking Reception |
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Day 2:Wednesday: 30 September 2026 |
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09:15 - 10:30 |
EARPA General Assembly (EARPA Members only) |
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10:30 - 11:00 |
Welcome Coffee |
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11:00 - 11:25 |
Plenary Session (Open to all) |
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11:00: 11:25 |
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11:25 - 12:25 |
EURIAS Panel: Shaping the Future of the European Automotive Sector through Strategic Research, Innovation and Deployment Moderator: Andrea De Candido, DG Research and Innovation, European Commision
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12:25 - 12:50 |
Meet The Speakers. Foresight Group Updates
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12:50 - 14:00 |
Lunch |
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14:00 - 15:30 |
Automotive Research & Technology Infrastructures
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