London, December 3: The fourth edition of the London EV Show wrapped up last week, delivering a strong message of collaboration, innovation, and progress towards a sustainable, electric future. Held at ExCeL London, this flagship event brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and pioneering companies, all united in their commitment to driving the seamless transition to electric transportation.
The show, which began on November 26, was marked by high-profile speakers and dynamic discussions about the future of electric mobility. Lilian Greenwood MP, Minister for the Future of Roads, and Mete Coban, Deputy Mayor of London for Environment and Energy, opened the event with inspiring addresses on London’s commitment to becoming the world’s first EV-ready global city.
As the days unfolded, experts explored a wide array of topics essential to the future of EV adoption. Day two focused on navigating the global EV landscape with an emphasis on policies, regulations, and the electrification of various modes of transportation. Key highlights included discussions on consumer behavior and market trends, battery management, fleet electrification, and the crucial role of charging infrastructure in accelerating the transition to electric mobility. The role of micromobility in urban transport also garnered attention, with several groundbreaking solutions showcased.
The exhibition floor remained a hive of activity throughout the event, featuring cutting-edge technologies from leading exhibitors, including Autel Europe UK, Lotus Flash Charge, Power Electronics, and XPEL, among others. These companies displayed state-of-the-art EV solutions, from advanced charging technologies to innovative battery management systems.
A standout feature was the Mobility Business Connect program, which facilitated high-level meetings, creating valuable networking opportunities and fostering partnerships among stakeholders across the electric mobility ecosystem.
The success of the program was echoed by Paweł Mijas, Marketing Director at Ekoenergetyka Polska S.A, the event’s platinum sponsor, who praised the connections and collaborations forged during the show.
“Today marks the culmination of a year’s hard, event work by our amazing #TeamEkoenergetyka! We’re back from the LondonEVShow: happy to end this season on a high note, proud of the many new connections, experiences, and partnerships we’ve built, grateful to everyone who helped us achieve our event goals,” he wrote on his LinkedIn profile.
David Rooney, Sales Director at Tenix, a leading software company for sustainable transport wrote on his LinkedIn profile: “Rounded off a busy few days attending the London EV Show this afternoon. Plenty of insightful seminars, alongside opportunity for Tenix to support and collaborate on industry decarbonisation initiatives”.
Leah Hickman, Marketing & Content Executive at Energy Park, reflected on the event, stating, “The latest EV charging innovations were truly inspiring, and it was fantastic to connect with like-minded professionals as we work towards a sustainable, electric future.”
On the final day, the London EV Show concluded with the prestigious London EV Show Awards Ceremony, celebrating outstanding contributions to the electric mobility sector. The LEV Awards highlighted excellence across various categories, recognizing organisations and individuals driving the EV revolution. The Innovation Award was presented to ena (Energy Network Association), while Dundee City Council received the Sustainability Award. POWER ELECTRONICS was honored with the Leadership Award, and EV BREAKERS took home the Community Impact Award. The Startup of the Year Award went to s.charge, and the Industry Advocacy Award was presented to duke ev. RENAULT 5 e-tech was celebrated as the winner of the Car of the Year Award, and RAEDIAN was recognized for delivering the Best Showcase. These awards underscored the importance of innovation, sustainability, leadership, and community engagement in advancing the electric vehicle movement.
As the event came to a close, attendees, exhibitors, and speakers alike praised the London EV Show 2024 for its invaluable contributions to the global conversation on electric mobility. The event provided a platform for the industry to showcase new ideas, forge partnerships, and deepen collaboration towards building a cleaner, more sustainable transportation ecosystem.
The London EV Show has successfully reinforced the urgent need for accelerating EV adoption, and the lessons learned and connections made will continue to shape the electric mobility landscape in the years ahead. “We are committed to taking the overall feedback and client suggestions from this year into consideration, working on areas where we can further improve in order to make the next edition bigger and better,” said Naseer Hussain, Project Head of London EV Show.
