25+
Speakers
20+
Exhibitors
200+
Attendees*
4
Sessions
* Estimate based on the AESIN Conference 2024
Our Latest Sponsors
Keynote
Speakers
Our keynote speakers provide an insight into the current industry trends and challenges. 2024 hosted speakers from JLR, Lotus, the PNDC and Ricardo.
Software Defined
Vehicles
Discover the latest advancements in Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) architectures, development, integration and V&V, and the impact it is having on the automotive industry.
Early Career Researchers and
Women in Engineering
We are excited to have the IEEE ITSS Women in Engineering UK and Ireland Chapter join this year’s AESIN conference. Showcasing outstanding young researchers and engineers working to solve real world transport-related challenges.
Power Electronics
& Control Systems
An in-depth session on Power Electronics & Control Systems looking into recent innovations and developments in power and thermal management, control technologies and their applications in the automotive industry.
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Post
Event Meal
Our sit-down evening meals return with a new wave of excitement as we provide space for networking in an informal setting as well as providing our Gold Sponsors an opportunity to share their insights.
Full Agenda AM
08:30: Registration & Coffee in the Exhibition Area | ||
09:30: Welcome & Introduction: Gunny Dhadyalla (AESIN Director) & Prof. Alex Mouzakitis (JLR, AESIN Industry Chair) | ||
09:45: Keynote Speakers: Session host – Angela Johnson, VP, Ricardo | ||
Dave Nesbitt, Director, JLR | ||
Jeremy Flann, VP, Green Hills Software | ||
Austen Okenweze, Department for Business and Trade | ||
11:15: Break | ||
11:45: Software Defined Vehicles – a compelling future: Session host: Brendan Morris, Senior Technical Marketing Engineer, Siemens | ||
Redefining Vehicle Architecture – The Path to Scalable SDV Platforms: Andy Birnie, VP Systems Engineering, NXP Semiconductors | ||
SDV is not a technical problem – it’s a management thing: Stephan Janouch,Director Technical Marketing EMEA, Green Hills Software | ||
Navigating The Foundational Software for Software Defined Vehicle: Leo Hendrawan, Field Application Engineer, QNX | ||
12:15: Panel session: Future of EE architectures, software and control | ||
12:45: Platinum sponsor | ||
13:00: Lunch and Networking |

Full Agenda PM
14:00: Masterclass: Cyber Risk Assessment for AV Trials: The SAMS Experience: Siraj Shaikh, Professor in Systems Security , Swansea University | |||
14:30: The conference will now divide into two streams | |||
Stream 1: Perception Sensors for ADAS and AVs: Session host – Prof. Valentina Donzella | |||
Stream 2: ADAS and beyond – towards automation: Session host | |||
15:10: The Streams continue with the second session | |||
Stream 1: Embedding AI and Machine Learning: Session host | |||
Stream 2: Power Systems – deeper perspectives: Session host – Andrew Patterson, Business Director, Silvaco | |||
The conference continues in the main area | |||
16:15: Session: IEEE ITSS UK and Ireland Chapter – Inspire Encourage Engage Empower: Session host: Nagham Saeed, IEEE ITSS UK & Ireland; WIE & Young Professional lead, IEEE UK & Ireland Section Vice Chair, University of West London | |||
Securing UAV Networks: Next-Generation Healthcare: Sana Hafeez, Affiliate, Glasgow University | |||
What 35 Cities’ Road Networks Teach Us About Urban Complexity? Assemgul Kozhabek, Research Associate in Data Science, Ulster University | |||
Evaluating Intrusion Detection Systems in Intelligent Transportation for Secure and Sustainable Mobility: Reem Bashir, Cybersecurity Project Engineer, HORIBA MIRA | |||
16:50: Panel session hosted by Stewart Edmondson, CEO,UKESF Panellists: Sana Hafeez (Affiliate, Glasgow University, Assemgul Kozhabek (Research Associate in Data Science, Ulster University), Reem Bashir (Cybersecurity Project Engineer , HORIBA MIRA), Nagham Saeed (IEEE ITSS UK & Ireland WIE & Young Professional lead; IEEE UK & Ireland Section Vice Chair ,University of West London), Sarah Casey, NXP |
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17:10: Conference Closing: Charles Sturman, TechWorks CEO & Gunny Dhadyalla, AESIN Director | |||
17:20: Drinks Reception | |||
18:30-20:00: Dinner |
Stream 1 agenda
14:30pm: Perception Sensors for ADAS and Avs Session host: Prof. Valentina Donzella |
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LiDAR-like sensing for a fraction of the cost: James Barson, R&D Lead, Calyo | |
6D Radar Augmenting AI: Kashif Siddiq, CEO, Oxford RF | |
The Distributed Radar ADAS Revolution: Gary Kerr, Radar Applications Engineer, NXP | |
15:10pm: Embedding AI and Machine Learning Session host |
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Generative AI in Software Development – Driver of Innovation or Security Risk? Bjoern Fallnich, Head of International Software, EDAG Engineering | |
Qualification of AI/ML systems and interfacing devices: Andrew Banks, Technical Specialist, LDRA | |
Enhancing ECUs with Tiny AI: James Dickie, UK Sales Director,ETAS |
Stream 2 agenda
14:30pm: ADAS and beyond – towards automation Session host |
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CERTUS – reducing the cost of ADAS/HAV V&V: William Latham, Project Engineer, HORIBA MIRA | |
Fifty years of autonomous driving: Dominic Taylor, Director, Consilium | |
How to survive biggest transformation in automotive history: Elliot Hemes, Managing Director,IPG Automotive | |
15:10pm: Power Systems – deeper perspectives Session host: Andrew Patterson, Business Director, Silvaco |
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The future for fast switching in automotive systems: Geoff Haynes, Owner, Inspirit Ventures Ltd | |
Power Module Design for Electric Vehicles – Addressing Reliability and Safety: John Phillips, Senior Principal Applications Engineer, Cadence | |
Not all safety is functional: Alastair Walker, Owner & Consultant, Lorit Consulting |
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Accommodation
Holiday Inn Leamington Spa
Perfectly positioned just a 15-minute drive from the historic Warwick Castle. Offering free parking and All-Day Dining, the hotel provides easy access to the M40 motorway for trips to Oxford and London. Leamington Spa Station also offers direct trains to both cities.
Mallory Court

A historic hotel nestled between Warwick and Leamington Spa, providing the perfect mix of traditional country house hotel charm, contemporary style and relaxing indulgence.
Days Inn

Located on the M40 between Junctions 14 and 12 with convenient access to Warwick, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Banbury.