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We are delighted to support the upcoming Advancing Automotive Engineering 2026 summit (4-5 November 2026, Warwick, UK).
Organised by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and its members, the event brings together over 150 engineers share expertise, expand their network and take back fresh insights from colleagues across four distinct streams:
- Vehicle Thermal Management Systems Conference and Exhibition: explore the latest developments in thermal management for electrified, hybrid and conventional vehicles, including battery thermal management, powertrain cooling, cabin comfort, heat pumps, simulation and energy efficiency
- Hydrogen Propulsion and ICE: stay up to date with the latest developments in hydrogen internal combustion engine technology, including engine operation, control, and integration, supported by case studies from industry, academia, and research.
- Electrified Vehicle Engineering 2026: covering latest technical developments and insights into the engineering challenges associated with bringing battery electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles and hybrid electric vehicles to market.
- International Conference on Turbochargers and Turbocharging: learn about the latest developments leading to enhanced performance and efficiency, increased durability and reduced emissions, with input from researchers, OEMs, suppliers and academia.
Hear from over 70 speakers across two days, including keynote presentations from Bentley Motors, Stellantis, IHI Corporation, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, JCB, MAHLE Powertrain, Perkins Engines, Longbow and many others: view the full agenda online.
If you are in any way involved in the future of automotive technology, take this opportunity to meet colleagues from across the industry in person and take back fresh insights and opportunities to collaborate at this year’s event.
Discount available: Our customers and contacts can save £100 to attend and benefit from the updates, guidance, insights and networking
Lee is an independent hydrogen and clean energy consultant and founder of Verray Consulting. He has worked in hydrogen, fuel cells and clean energy for more than 30 years, with experience spanning technology development, commercialisation, hydrogen infrastructure and business leadership.
Most recently, Lee was CEO of Fuel Cell Systems Ltd, where he led the business across its fuel cell and hydrogen refuelling activities. Prior to this, he spent eight years with UK fuel cell manufacturer Intelligent Energy, completing his time there as Chief Sales Officer. He led the global commercial team and supported the commercialisation of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies across automotive, power generation and aviation markets.
Lee’s involvement with hydrogen dates back to 1995, including early work supporting field trials of solid oxide fuel cell combined heat and power systems. Since then, his career has combined engineering, commercial leadership and the practical deployment of emerging clean energy technologies.
Through Verray Consulting, Lee now works independently with organisations across the hydrogen value chain, providing technical, commercial and strategic support.
