There is intense competition in the automotive industry for new technologies between Europe and China, as well as Europe and the USA. The industry has been struggling with serious challenges for years; the mandatory transition to electromobility and the stringent European Union regulations present serious obstacles for traditional car manufacturers. What are the biggest challenges that will fundamentally impact domestic operations in the next few years?
09:15 - 09:25
Welcome, opening
Speakers:
09:25 - 09:45
Keynote presentation
Speaker: Michael Breme, Chairman of the Board of Management, AUDI HUNGARIA Zrt.
09:45 - 10:00
Presentation
10:00 - 10:40
Manufacturers’ Executive Roundtable
Domestic car manufacturers discuss trends, investments, crisis management, competitiveness, and development directions.
Moderator: Csaba Kilián, CEO, Association of the Hungarian Automotive Industry (MAGE)
Conversation participants:
10:40 - 11:20
Corporate Leaders’ Roundtable
Key buyers of the domestic automotive industry address corporate trends, investments, crisis management, competitiveness, and development directions.
Moderator: Csaba Kilián, CEO, Association of the Hungarian Automotive Industry (MAGE)
Speakers:
In the near future, it will be crucial for the Hungarian automotive industry to monitor how the market share of German car manufacturers in Europe evolves amid the growing presence of Chinese manufacturers. What steps are actors taking to maintain competitiveness in a challenging environment? How successfully has Europe adapted to the transition to electromobility, and where do we stand now?
How can Hungarian suppliers enhance their collaboration with the new Chinese and other Asian companies settling in Hungary in the coming period?
11:50 - 12:05
Presentation
12:05 - 12:20
12:20 - 13:10
Panel discussion: Cooperation and New Supplier Opportunities in the Global Market
Conversation participants:
Environmental and sustainability issues, including ESG, present significant challenges for both Hungarian and European automotive companies. Compliance with the new regulations imposes a serious administrative burden, and the carbon dioxide emission quotas will tighten from 2025 while the electric vehicle market has not grown sufficiently. The global pressure of taking steps towards sustainable developments and greening further shapes the global car industry.
Moreover, European energy prices remain significantly higher than those of our competitors, which poses a major disadvantage, especially for energy-intensive manufacturing processes. How do players reshape their energy procurement and use strategies in response to the new challenges? What energy efficiency investments support a cost-efficient operation the most?
11:50 - 12:05
12:05 - 12:20
Presentation
12:20 - 13:10
Panel discussion: Production greening, biodiversity, sustainable supply chains, ESG, circular economy, energy efficiency - How can actors connect to the trends, and how can we put sustainability at the service of returns?
Conversation participants:
Super-advanced technologies can only prove to be useful if workers are prepared to use them. But how can we combine the new available technologies with existing human resources to achieve better business results? How can a company prepare for altered employee needs? Motivation, technological transition, managing new generations, involvement of foreign workers
14:00 - 14:15
Presentation
14:15 - 15:00
HR Roundtable
Conversation participants:
European car manufacturers and their suppliers face a significant challenge in terms of productivity and cost-effective production. Digitising, robotising, and automating is not easy, but it is essential for competing with new facilities where the entire production process is highly automated. How is it being done already, and what opportunities do they offer in staying ahead?
14:00 - 14:15
Presentation
14:15 - 15:00
Panel discussion: Production efficiency, automation, robotisation, digitalisation, AI
Conversation participants:
In the field of batteries, European manufacturers have a significant dependency on Asia, and we are considerably lagging in technological development. Are there expected European technological developments that could mitigate this dependency? How can Hungarian businesses join the supply chain?
The resurgence of the defence industry remains a trend that deserves serious attention. What requirements does it impose, and what opportunities does it open up for domestic manufacturers and suppliers?
15:30 - 16:10
Panel discussion: The Latest Developments in Domestic Battery Manufacturing
Conversation participants:
16:10 - 16:50
Military Industry Roundtable: Research, Development and Manufacturing – Connection Points for the Automotive Industry
Moderator: Gyula Pomázi, Head of Department, Ministry for National Economy
Conversation participants:
On the second day of the conference, we will provide factory visits to several nearby sites on a rotating basis, with a shuttle bus service between sites.
Participation in the factory visits requires registration. You can only book your place if you already have a ticket to the event.
Factory sites:
AUDI HUNGARIA Zrt.,
Dana Győr Driveline,
RÁBA Nyrt.
"Please be advised that the scheduled visit may be subject to cancellation up to 24 hours before the arranged time if it cannot be organised as planned. MBMH cannot be held responsible for any associated costs or damages resulting from such cancellation. Thank you for your understanding!"
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