Hi-rEV 2024 Conference: A Landmark of Innovation and Knowledge in the Automotive Sector

On December 5th, the Hi-rEV 2024 Conference, under the theme Shaping the Future of Automotive Components, transformed the Cruise Terminal at the Port of Leixões into a true stage for innovation and collaboration. Organized by major academic and industrial institutions, this event brought together leaders, experts and professionals from the automotive sector to explore the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the future of automotive components.

A Program Full of Transformative Content

Hi-rEV 2024 stood out for its rich and interactive program, which included:

• Interactive sessions and panel discussions focusing on technology, sustainability and development.
• MatchMaking and Networking moments that promoted strategic connections and the exchange of knowledge between participants and renowned experts.

The day was marked by inspiring debates and reflections on technological advances, sustainability and innovation, which are essential for meeting the challenges facing the automotive industry in the coming years.

Palbit at the Forefront of the Discussion

Daniel Figueiredo, Executive Director of Palbit, kicked off the event with an inspiring speech, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between academia and industry. Later, he was part of the panel New Challenges and Trends in Additive Manufacturing, alongside figures such as Raynald Joly (Horse), Júlio Grilo (Simoldes Plásticos) and Luís Santos (Erofio), moderated by Ana Reis (FEUP). The round table provided valuable insights into the impact of additive manufacturing on the future of industrial production.

A Network of Strategic Partners

This event of excellence was made possible thanks to the vision and support of major institutions leading innovation in the automotive sector:

• Faculdade de Engenharia da Universidade do Porto (FEUP), represented by Ana Rosanete Reis, Pro-director for technology transfer.
• INEGI - Instituto de Ciência e Inovação em Engenharia Mecânica e Engenharia Industrial, with Tiago Fraga Silva, engineer and project manager.
• INESC TEC - Instituto de Engenharia de Sistemas e Computadores, Tecnologia e Ciência, represented by Luís Freitas Rocha, co-coordinator of the Center for Robotics and Intelligent Systems for Industry.
• Universidade de Aveiro, represented by Filipe Oliveira, Principal Researcher.

The support of Mobinov - Cluster Automóvel Portugal and Palbit, as the driving forces behind this meeting, reinforced the alignment between academia, industry and innovation.

A Promising Future

Hi-rEV 2024 showed that the future of the automotive sector will be shaped by strategic partnerships, cutting-edge technology and a joint commitment to sustainability and excellence. Palbit is proud to have contributed to this transformative event and reaffirms its commitment to leading innovation in the sector.