Future of Transport Innovation: "Planes, Trains & Automobiles" - How the Midlands continues to change the way the world moves

About the event

The world relies on transport systems to keep it moving and efficient travel is at the heart of a successful economy. In its central location, the Midlands has a proud history of innovations in transport. Across road, rail and air, The University of Nottingham and its industrial partners are making transport quicker, greener, smarter and more cost-effective. With partners Rolls-Royce and the Transport Systems Catapult we showcase the latest innovations and the relationships that underpin their success.

Speakers: 

• Lilian Greenwood MP (Nottingham South)

• Toby Hiles (Head of Strategy & Planning, Transport Systems Catapult)

• Professor Andy Long (Pro-Vice Chancellor, Faculty of Engineering, The University of Nottingham)

• Professor Herve Morvan (Director, The Institute for Aerospace Technology, The University of Nottingham)

• Professor Sarah Sharples (Associate Faculty Pro-Vice Chancellor for Research & Knowledge Exchange, The University of Nottingham)

• Dr Henner Wapenhans (Head of Technology Strategy, Rolls-Royce)

Supported by:

• Rolls-Royce
• Transport Systems Catapult
• The University of Nottingham