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A task force from Coventry, Solihull and Warwickshire councils - collectively known as ‘The Winning Technology’- is bringing together senior executives from across the region to network and generate business across diverse industry sectors after securing the prestigious name of Jaguar Land Rover as the main sponsor.

The Winning Technology is hosting the Opportunities in a Low Carbon Economy event at the International Digital Lab, University of Warwick, on Thursday 11 November.

Guests will be treated to exclusive presentations from key industry experts, including Gavin Bottrell from WMG (formerly Warwick Manufacturing Group) who will present the challenges of technology transfer; Dr Mike Richardson of JLR discussing hybrid vehicle development; and Chris Vowles from Axeon talking about battery development for electric vehicles.

The theme of the presentations will focus on the diversity of innovation and technology that companies are using to evolve and drive their businesses forward.

Attendees will be able to network with colleagues from the motorsport, aerospace, medical, automotive and ICT sectors as well as visit the various exhibitors, which include Axeon, Coventry & Warwickshire Aerospace Forum, Dignitas, Medilink WM, Science City Research Alliance and University of Warwick Science Park.

JLR is one of the most successful global vehicle manufacturers built around two great British car brands that design, engineer and manufacture in Coventry, Solihull and Warwickshire.  JLR is the UK’s largest investor in automotive environmental technologies and is committed to the development of technologies aimed specifically at reducing tailpipe CO2 emissions. The company is working on the development of sustainable technologies including hybrids and electrification.

Cllr Alan Cockburn, Warwickshire County Council’s Portfolio Holder for Environment and Economy, said: “The ‘Opportunities in a Low Carbon Economy’ event will help businesses to uncover the exciting potential of the benefits of working with companies in other sectors.

“This showcase will provide companies with an insight into how new technologies can have a positive long-term impact on their business, and we are proud that Jaguar Land Rover have chosen to support the event.”

To register for this event, or to find out further details, please email winningtechnology@coventry.gov.uk or call 024 7683 1234.

Link to WCC