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Global automotive lightweight materials market set to reach $76bn by 2025.

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Expert Speakers to Date

Cristina Saiz-Arroyo
CellMat Technologies SL
Katie Sprick
AGC Chemicals Americas, Inc.
Limeng Chen
Cabot Corporation
Vassilis Drakonakis
Advanced Materials Design & Manufacturing Limited
Charles Chang
TLC Products, Inc.
Thomas Vondrak
Roctool Inc.
Ken Araujo
NAMICS Technologies, Inc.
Derek Schaefer
UBQ Materials Ltd.
Kavish Bujun
Armacell
Tomasz Czarnecki
EconCore N.V.

Past Attendees

E-Xstream Engineering
3M
DOW
Armacell
EWI
Bcomp Ltd.
Long Ridge Energy Terminal
Walbridge
Arconic
Highland Plastics Inc.
PreScouter
Fiberneering
INEOS Styrolution America, LLC
TKG Otomotiv A.S
Addifab

Who should attend

Lightweight Materials
Equipment Design and Manufacture
Materials Sourcing and Advisory
Materials Supplies
Composite Manufacturing
Nanomaterials and Technologies
Parts Procurement
Lithium & Raw Materials Sourcing
Research and Development
Vehicle Technologies
Body-In-White (BIW) Engineering
Strategy, Projects & Public Affairs
Nanomaterials Research
Cost Reduction Strategies
Legal and Compliance Work
Advanced Engineering
Material Specifications
Purchasing and Sourcing
Automotive Technologies
Sales and Marketing
Equipment Certification Services
Vehicle Body Manufacturing
Business Development
News Reporting and Journalism

Why Attend

The Automotive Plastics & Advanced Composites 2023 Exhibition and Conference is the only event of its kind to deliver leading market intelligence and industry presentations on the latest innovations in plastics and advanced composite materials for automotive applications….

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Exclusive Forum for Innovative Plastics and Advanced Composites for Automotive Applications

Welcome to the Automotive Plastics & Advanced Composites 2023 Exhibition and Conference, where developers of advanced materials will meet with leading automotive manufacturers in Detroit, Michigan, to explore the latest innovations in plastics and advanced composites for the automotive industry.

The application of plastics and advanced composites in automotive vehicles has been increasing over decades, with more recent uses focussing primarily on making vehicles more energy-efficient through lightweight engineering and providing more durability and design flexibility at a low cost. Although plastics have contributed to many innovations in safety, performance, and fuel efficiency, the industry requires new research in automotive design to meet the needs of next-generation vehicles.

With over 70% of the plastics used in modern vehicles coming from four main polymers: polypropylene, polyurethane, polyamides, and PVC, the role of plastics and composites in the design and manufacturing of automotive vehicles has never been more essential as stringent regulations and changing consumer habits drive demand for more affordable, lightweight, and fuel-efficient vehicles.

This year’s Automotive Plastics & Advanced Composites 2023 event is set to become the world’s leading exhibition and conference exclusively for research and development in automotive applications, where attendees can meet and collaborate with a large array of automotive OEMs and examine innovations in developing polymers and advanced composites for use in automotive development.

Key topics on this year’s agenda include:

Economic outlook and industry forecasts for plastics and advanced composites
Exploring innovative plastics and advanced composite materials for automotive lightweighting
New manufacturing processes and additive manufacturing techniques for automotive production
Latest research and development in using advanced materials for improving design and aesthetics
Upcoming regulations, safety standards, and recycling initiatives for new automotive vehicles
Case studies on plastics and advanced composites for the next generation of vehicles

This exhibition and conference will provide a forum for all stakeholders across the automotive supply chain, including automotive OEMs and advanced materials suppliers, to network and build cross-market relationships and discuss the real challenges and opportunities in using innovative plastics and advanced composites to meet the needs of the automotive industry.

Call for Presentation

If you would like to be a speaker at this event, please contact sean.collins@iQ-Hub.com, subject heading “Call for Papers - Automotive Plastics & Advanced Composites 2023”.

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To secure your place at Automotive Plastics & Advanced Composites 2023 or if you require more information, please contact delegates@iQ-Hub.com.

Key topics for 2023:

Economic outlook and industry forecasts for plastics and advanced composites
Understand the economic fundamentals and key market drivers for plastics and advanced composites from a global perspective. Which advanced materials are available today, and where is the automotive industry heading?
Exploring innovative plastics and advanced composite materials for automotive lightweighting
Make the business case for adopting new materials to achieve lightweighting targets for the next generation of vehicles.
New manufacturing processes and additive manufacturing techniques for automotive production
Deliver reliable and scalable production methods with advanced materials to achieve cost targets while optimizing production using new strategies.
Latest research and development in using advanced materials for improving design and aesthetics
Evaluate innovations in automotive design. Which high-performing materials can be used for developing interior and exterior vehicle aesthetics?
Upcoming regulations, safety standards, and recycling initiatives for new automotive vehicles
Hear from key regulators and classification bodies to ensure your products meet the requirements of new vehicle safety regulations and environmental standards.
Case studies on plastics and advanced composites for the next generation of vehicles
Gain insights from leading manufacturers and implement strategies that others in the industry use to ensure successful applications of advanced materials in your next automotive products.

Testimonials

A wonderful experience to gain knowledge of the automotive world and network with key players,
Jason Klentive (ESAB)
This conference allowed my company to see new technologies that we might find applicable in an efficient and collaborative manner.
Joey Cheff (Toyota)
This event showcased some dynamic inclusive insights and trends. I was able to connect with many new prospective customers.
Carl Williams (Nouryon)
The event showcased a lot of new and exciting materials technologies that are worth considering for any stakeholder looking to improve the weight and efficiency of a vehicle.
Peter Duggan (Meridian Light Weight Technologies)
A great platform bringing together like-minded decision makers to brainstorm on the lightweight technology.
Mangesh Saraf (ARAI-AMTI Foundation)