Conference programme

As the automotive and mobility sectors navigate unprecedented technological, geopolitical and environmental challenges, building resilient and sustainable systems has become mission-critical. This panel brings together leaders from industry, defence and technology to explore how supply chain reliability and sustainability can be embedded into the core of mobility innovation. With growing overlap between defence technology and civilian mobility systems, and the increasing pressure to reduce environmental impact, the discussion will address strategies for diversifying risk, securing critical materials and leveraging emerging technologies to create future-proof ecosystems. Participants will examine how collaborative frameworks and data-driven insights can enable both operational excellence and strategic agility in the face of disruption.

As the pace of automotive innovation accelerates with autonomous systems, AI-driven features, EV platforms and connected technologies redefining the landscape, legal teams are under mounting pressure to anticipate and navigate evolving regulatory frameworks. This panel will explore the legal complexities of staying compliant amid shifting global standards, regulatory uncertainty and emerging risks associated with new technologies.

Topic 1: The future of automotive distribution and consumer rights in a digital-first market

Topic 2: Supporting recovery – legal solutions for the automotive industry in transition

Conference participants will discuss in small break-out groups two very relevant automotive subjects from different perspectives. The first topic aims to discuss how evolving consumer expectations, digital sales channels and regulatory shifts are reshaping the legal landscape of vehicle distribution and aftersales across Europe.

The second topic will explore Europe’s automotive sector as it stands at a critical crossroads. Confronted by economic pressure, regulatory complexity and global competition, the industry must navigate this transformation with both resilience and legal prudence. This topic aims to explore how robust legal frameworks can support innovation, strengthen competitiveness, and support a sustainable recovery for Europe’s automotive sector.

The future of mobility is being defined by the convergence of autonomous vehicles, next-generation mobility technologies and seamless access to vehicle data. This panel will explore how innovation in automation, connectivity and data governance is reshaping the mobility landscape from smart infrastructure and AI-powered transport systems to regulatory frameworks enabling secure and equitable data sharing. Industry leaders and technologists will discuss the path toward fully autonomous, interoperable and consumer-centric mobility services, and how Europe can lead in building a digital ecosystem that prioritises safety, sustainability and scalability.