Electric cars are changing the Dutch automotive landscape. Together with Norway, the Netherlands is among the frontrunners in Europe. Tax incentives and an extensive charging network have proven to be prerequisites for success. Yet challenges remain, such as pressure on the electricity grid and growing competition from Chinese car brands.
2024 Agenda
9:15am
WELCOME
Managing Director, iQuest
9:20am
OPENING REMARKS FROM THE CHAIR
Co-Founder, EV Platform
9:25am
INTERNATIONAL KEYNOTE ADDRESS
The Dutch and their electric cars: a special relationship
Manager at Royal RAI Association for the Passenger Cars, Light and Heavy Commercial Vehicles DepartmentsÂ
9:45am
KEYNOTE PANEL DISCUSSION
EVs – The electric revolution or another false dawn?
While the growth in EVs has accelerated exponentially in recent years, we are lagging well behind where we need to be in terms of the ambitious government targets. The scale of the challenge is ambitious and one might wonder if there really is an EV revolution or is this another false dawn?
Topics will include:
- Challenges in reaching our climate action targets
- The decline in EV registrations
- The need for Government to support the EV transition with ways to incentivise the market for both private and company car buyers.
- Building a future-proof and robust charging infrastructure to support current growth
- Grid demands – ensuring investment in the grid to meet future demand
Head of Zero Emission Vehicles Ireland, Department of Transport
Professor in Transportation & Head of Department, Centre for Transport Research, Trinity College Dublin
Operations Director, Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI)
10:15am
KEYNOTE ADDRESS
Driving a Net Zero Future: Tailoring EV Solutions to Evolving Customer Needs
Head of eMobility, ESB
10:30am
Networking Coffee Break & Exhibition Viewing
STAGE 1
Charging Infrastructure and Innovation
CHARGING AHEAD – INFRASTRUCTURE AND INNOVATION
11:00am
OPENING REMARKS FROM THE STREAM CHAIR
Co-Founder, EV Platform
11:10am
KEYNOTE ADDRESS
Delivery of EV charging in local authorities across Ireland
The next stage of the delivery of EV charging infrastructure of the Regional and Local EV Charging Network Plan, will focus on public charging in cities, towns and villages around the country.
Head of Zero Emission Vehicles Ireland, Department of Transport
11:30am
SPOTLIGHT ON…
What it means to electrify your fleet and how to ensure an accessible EV charging infrastructure?
- What defines a fleet?
- How do you create a fleet EV Charging infrastructure
- Lessons learned in:
- Healthcare
- Commercial
- Public Sector
- Innovative Charging Solutions – through smart energy management solutions
Head of Investment Sales, Blink Charging Solutions
11:45am
PANEL DISCUSSION
Futuristic technologies in EV production
The automotive industry and mobility itself, are undergoing the most comprehensive transformation in history. New drive systems, digitisation and automation are fundamentally transforming the industry and today’s developments determine what the mobility of the future will be like for future generations all over the world. Prioritising innovation and digital technology and leveraging smart, connected and artificial intelligence (AI) enabled technologies to build robust infrastructure will be discussed.
Consultant Battery Electrochemist, Plug Life Consulting
Chair, Irish EV Association (IEVA)
CEO, Hibra Design
CEO & Co-Founder, Paua (UK)
12:30pm
PRESENTATION
Ireland’s transition to zero-emission public bus services
- Ireland is in the early stages of transitioning its public bus services to operation by zero-emission vehicles.
- Battery-electric urban buses are now in service in Athlone, Dublin and Limerick, with plans in place to intensify their operation in Dublin and Limerick, while also extending their sphere of operation to Galway and Sligo.Â
- Ian will outline progress with the transition of the urban bus fleet, the challenges with implementing charging infrastructure in varied locations across Ireland and experiences to-date with operating bus services using zero-emission urban buses, as well as describing the steps that the NTA is taking to increase the amount of charging infrastructure available to public bus operators and to progress the transition of the non-urban bus fleet. Â
Head of Fleet and Bus Infrastructure, Ireland’s National Transport Authority (NTA)
12:45pm
SPOTLIGHT ON…
Powering the future: how Weev is revolutionising EV charging with a fresh perspective
Chief Commercial Officer, Weev
1:00pm
Networking Lunch Break & Exhibition Viewing
2:00pm
WELCOME BACK
Co-Founder, EV Platform
2:05pm
TEST DRIVE
From Malin to Mizen on one charge!
Can you drive the longest possible distance between two points in Ireland, from Malin Head to Mizen Head, without stopping? Wait, there’s more – can you do that in an electric car? Well, yes you can and Paddy Comyn tells us about driving from the top of Ireland to the bottom in a Mercedes EQS without stopping to charge up the car’s battery.
Transport & Electric Vehicle Expert
2:20pm
PANEL DISCUSSION
Addressing workforce issues
Topics will include:
- Ensuring a pipeline of talent to future proof the EV industry
- Upskilling the current workforce
- Meeting the increased demand for EV technicians
- Using data and insights for your business decisions
Assistant Principal Officer, Department of Further, Higher Education, Research, Innovation & ScienceÂ
Training Manager, Kia Ireland
Assistant Manager- Climate Strategy & Skills, Construction & Climate Action Unit, Solas
Assistant Principal Officer – Longford and Westmeath Education and Training Board (LWETB)
2:50pm
PRESENTATION
As a nation, what we can do better to transition to EV
What works well for charging in Ireland, compared with other countries, what works for us as a CPO and what makes our island perfect for EVs.
Co-Founder, EasyGo
3:05pm
FIRESIDE CHAT…
Debunking the myths around EVs
Blake, Paddy & Matthew cut through the jargon, hype and hysteria to bust some common myths in the media.
Chair, Irish EV Association (IEVA)
Transport & Electric Vehicle Expert
3:30pm
CLOSING REMARKS FROM THE CHAIR
Co-Founder, EV Platform
STAGE 2
Zero Fleet Futures
FLEET MANAGEMENT – INNOVATING FOR A GREENER FUTURE
11:00am
OPENING REMARKS FROM THE STREAM CHAIR
Operations Director, Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI)
11:10am
KEYNOTE ADDRESS
Under the bonnet: developments in battery chemistry, production and costs
Consultant Battery Electrochemist Dr Euan McTurk runs through some of the most exciting developments coming to EV batteries that shall reduce costs while improving performance and ethics, from alternative materials through to new raw material extraction and recycling techniques
Consultant Battery Electrochemist, Plug Life Consulting
11:30am
KEYNOTE ADDRESS
Watt’s the hold up? Supercharging the EV revolution!
Addressing the concerns with the recent dip in the market, Sean O’Callaghan, SSE’s Project Development Manager for EV in Ireland, talks toward the causality of this trend, the solutions to improve it and details the continued commitment that CPO’s must have in improving the network.
EV Operations Director, SSE
11:45am
PRESENTATION
Commercial EV fleet trial findings
SEAI, funded by ZEVI ran a Commercial EV fleet trial over 21 months. Over 180 businesses took part in this trial. They were given an electric car or van for use in their day-to-day business for between three and six months. This presentation will set out the trends and findings of the trial along with recommendations for businesses to transition to an EV.
Programme Manager, Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI)
12:00pm
PANEL DISCUSSION
What fleet managers need to know about making the transition to electric fleet vehicles
Expert speakers will discuss the transition of our road haulage sector and heavy-duty vehicle fleets to net zero and enabling a robust alternatively-fuelled infrastructure network across Ireland. Hear what fleet managers need to know and do about electrifying their fleets, funding, financing and ensuring a sustainable supply chain. How can fleet managers make the transition work both financially and practically?
BDM New Energy Landscapes, Schneider Electric
Programme Manager, Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI)
Lead Solutions Engineer, UK & Ireland, Geotab
Founder and CEO, ZeroMission
ZEHDV Purchase Grant Scheme Manager, Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII)
12:40pm
PRESENTATION
Are we addicted to cars? – mobility solutions for a climate-changing world
Independent researcher in climate and environmental policy
1:00pm
Networking Lunch Break & Exhibition Viewing
2:00pm
WELCOME BACK
Operations Director, Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI)
2:05pm
AFTERNOON KEYNOTE ADDRESS
Decarbonising the road freight sector
How owners and operators of commercial heavy duty vehicles are grappling with understanding the challenges decarbonisation poses from a cost and timeline perspective
CEO, Freight Transport Association Ireland
2:20pm
PRESENTATION
ATC Our journey towards net zero
One company’s landmark €22.5 million investment to support transition of global transportation fleet to zero emission  Heavy Goods Vehicles over next five years
Head of Green Logistics, ATC Logistics
2:40pm
PANEL DISCUSSION
Leading the way to a greener transition
This panel will showcase some of Ireland’s leading companies are facing the challenges of distributing their products through a network of fleet operations. We will hear about their transition to zero-emission vehicles, the newer and more efficient technologies they use to cut their distribution impact, how they improve fuel efficiency of transportation to reduce the environmental impact of moving their products. These leaders will tell us about the journey so far, future ambitions and their commitment to fostering a more responsible, ethical, and inclusive path forward.
Sustainability Associate, DPD Ireland
Group Head of Innovation & Sustainability, Kilsaran Group
Customer Solutions Manager, ESB Smart Energy Services
CEO, Codex Office Supplies
3:15pm
PRESENTATION
Distributed Charging Infrastructure for better Grid utilization.
After years of leading the emobility industry in China, Huawei adapted their technology to the European market and is now introducing to Ireland the charging solutions that made them successful overseas. Huawei is presenting a fully liquid-cooled charging architecture with Dynamic Power Allocation to maximize grid utilization while reducing charging time and keeping operational cost to a minimum.
Business Manager - EV Charging, Huawei Benelux and Ireland
3:30pm
CLOSING REMARKS FROM THE CHAIR
Operations Director, Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI)
3:30pm