Northern Zero Emission Vehicle Symposium

Synopsis

The Teesside University Net Zero Industry Innovation Centre (NZIIC) and Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA) inaugural Northern Zero Emission Vehicle Symposium (NZEVS) is being held at Redcar & Cleveland College state of the art Conference Centre. This event aims to bring together industry and academic leaders to identify and explore areas of common interest related to fleet transition. Delegates will be invited to participate in a series of interactive sandpit sessions and workshops to brainstorm and develop new ideas or projects that will lead to the creation of innovative solutions. By fostering collaborations between researchers, manufacturers, policy makers, infrastructure providers and on-road transport operators, this event will explore the challenges and opportunities in the North East and wider communities.

Meet our Confirmed Guest Speakers

Our line up is already taking shape with experts from across sectors who share a common passion and ambition, and who bring a wealth of experience and real-world insight. We're excited to welcome:

• Nick Shelley - Senior Business Development Manager, Element-2
• Mick Campbell - Head of Sales (Key Accounts), Wrightbus
• Fanus Labuschagne - Lead Business Developer, Ryze Power
• Andy Brown - Head of Category - Fleet, BlueLight Commercial (BLC)
• Ram Gokal - Chief Executive Officer, Innervated Vehicle Engineering (IVe)
• Steve Carroll - Head of Research and Technical Services, Cenx
• Jon Booth - Head of Sustainability & Quality, AV Dawson

These speakers will contribute insights across the sandpit themes listed below.

Event Partners

Teesside University
Tees Valley Combined Authority
Redcar & Cleveland College

Timetable

08:30 - 09:00   Registration. refreshments and networking
09:00 - 09:45   Plenary
09:45 - 11:00   Spotlight talks followed by short Q&A session
11:00 - 11:15   Refreshments
11:15 - 12:15   Sandpit session #1
12:15 - 13:15   Lunch and networking, with opportunity to view the hydrogen refuelling training facility
13:15 - 14:30   Spotlight talks followed by short Q&A session
14:30 - 14:45   Refreshments
14:45 - 15:45   Sandpit session #2
15:45 - 16:05   Closing comments and actions
16:05 - 17:00   Optional activities (see below)
17:00    Close

Optional activities include:

1. Project elaboration session
2. Visit the Clean Energy Education Hub
3. Meet the REHIP Project 9 FISH-COP team

Sandpit themes:

1. Vehicles & Technology
2. Infrastructure, Storage & Supply Chain
3. Trial Design & Scale-up Pathways
4. Understanding Operational Feasibility
5. Common Barriers & How to Overcome Them
6. Data-Driven Decision-Making
7. Safety & Standards
8. Stakeholder Perceptions of Low Carbon Fuels

Venue

Redcar & Cleveland College Conference Centre incorporates the very best in conference facilities, including state-of-the-art audio-visual and ICT technology. With easy access and plentiful on-site parking, the venue provides an ideal space to come together and participate in the inaugural Northern Zero Emission Vehicle Symposium.

Refreshments and lunch will be provided for all delegates.

Any Questions

For further queries, please do not hesitate to contact
Dr Sean Williams, Teesside University
E-mail: sean.williams@tees.ac.uk

Acknowledgements

Research England Hydrogen Innovation Project (REHIP): Our mission is to lead a green industrial revolution in the North of England, bringing tangible benefits to local authorities, businesses, and communities. Our research focuses on Heat, Transport, Smart Energy Systems/Power, and the Just Transition. With a total investment of £11 million, this project is funded through diverse channels, notably receiving £4.8 million from the Research England Development (RED) Fund, a branch of UK Research and Innovation.