Automotive Alliance event hailed a success
The North East Automotive Alliance (NEAA) first Virtual Automotive Export Week has been hailed a ‘resounding success – after attracting over 60 speakers from across the globe.
The event, from September 14 to 18, saw 40 virtual sessions delivered and 30 oneto-one networking events taking place, in collaboration with Supply Chain North East and the Department for International Trade.
The week saw a series of country briefings, interactive panel discussions and workshops, offering something for businesses at every stage of the export process wishing to explore key automotive markets, learn about all aspects of export, seek support from market specialists, build contacts and meet potential customers.
Paul Butler, CEO, North East Automotive Alliance, said: “We had 310 registrations from 180 companies across 27 countries and 670 unique visitors to the sessions, demonstrating the fantastic support and impact the event had across the global automotive community.
“It provided an ideal opportunity for businesses to expand their sector knowledge and to collaborate.
"My congratulations and thanks go to all those who gave presentations and provided fascinating insights on the marketplace.”
H e ad d e d : “A s a s e c to r body, it is important we continue to be forward thinking and innovative
and through our various working groups which look at business resilience, innovation and technology,
e l e c tr i f ie d p owe rtra i n technology skills and trade and investment, we are able to share expertise and best
practice so as to make a real impact within the sector.”