| 09:30 | Registration & Morning Refreshments |
| 10:15 |
Chair's Welcome and Introduction Nick Ford Senior Automotive Consultant - Frost and Sullivan |
| 10:30 |
Panel Session One: Fuel Cell Vehicle Component Technology and Development Dr. Bruno Pollet (BSc(Hons) MSc PhD) - Head of Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells, University of Birmingham Dr. Jon Moore - Co-Founder and Director of Communications, Intelligent Energy Charles Purkess - Fuel Cell Technology, ITM Power UK This session will provide an overview of the current state of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles in the automotive industry as well as provide an understanding of current fuel cell technologies and vehicle advancements. Topics to be covered will include: Understanding Fuel Cells | Fuel Cell Stack Developments | Advanced Technology Solutions | Propulsion Systems | Controlling Cost Drivers | Drivability Standards | Cold Weather Applications | Fuel Efficiency Advancements| Enhancing FC Durability | Standardisations |
| 11:20 | Morning Refreshments |
| 11:30 | Open Floor Discussion & Debate with Panel One |
| 12:30 | Networking Lunch |
| 13:30 |
Panel Session Two: Meeting the Challenges of a Hydrogen Powered Future Anthony Brenninkmeijer - Operations Manager - Fuel Cell Europe Nick Owen - Roads2HyCom Project Coordinator, Ricardo UK Benny Daniel - Senior Automotive Consultant, Frost and Sullivan This session will look at the road that lies ahead for fuel cell vehicles, as well as the various challenges that are involved in order to make FCVs a viable option in the future of sustainable transport. Topics covered will include: Key Challenges and Alternative Solutions | Innovative Platforms | Transitioning | Advanced Hydrogen Filling Stations and Infrastructure | | Clean Hydrogen Production Methods | Safety Concerns | EU Framework | Role of Regions, Cities and Municipalities | Funding Initiatives | Commercialisation | Future Viability Forecasts |
| 14:20 | Afternoon Refreshments |
| 14:30 | Open Floor Discussion & Debate with Panel Two |
| 15:30 | Chair's Summary and Closing Comments |
| 15:45 | Networking Drinks Reception |
** Please note that the programme is subject to change without notice **