Composites United CEO Dr. Gunnar Merz to present on Germany’s industrial strategies for lightweighting, clean energy future
IACMI members and partners are in for a special presentation from international industry thought-leader Dr. Gunnar Merz during our Winter 2021 Virtual Members Meeting, happening February 16-18.
Dr. Merz serves as the CEO of Composites United, one of the world’s largest networks for fiber-based multi-material lightweight construction. Composites United’s mission is to promote the industrial use of hybrid high-performance lightweight construction composites and support their sustainable use.
During Dr. Merz’ presentation he’ll discuss:
- Composites United’s instrumental role in the German government’s strategy process and technology development promotion for wider implementation
- COVID-19’s influence in Germany’s composites industry and the immediate growth opportunities the country is experiencing
- Germany’s lightweight construction strategy and energy transition goals
- Various wind energy projects that showcase the practical link between lightweight construction, renewable energy production, and climate
Our Winter 2021 Virtual Members Meeting is less than a month away! Our agenda features our member’s technological advancements and achievements, various project outcomes, workforce development initiatives, and more!
Reminder that sponsorship opportunities are available.
Joby Aviation’s John Geriguis to share on exciting new Urban Air Mobility market possibilities
IACMI will also welcome Joby Aviation’s Advanced Development Lead, John Geriguis to our Winter 2021 Virtual Members Meeting!
Geriguis has an extensive career in executing innovative advanced methods and materials to expand current engineering, processes, product development and management boundaries to provide an asymmetric advantage.
In his presentation, he will highlight how Urban Air Mobility (UAM) promises to relieve road congestion and provide affordable shared mobility in large metropolitan areas. He’ll also outline the potential for UAM and the “must have” innovations and changes needed for the market to further succeed.
Specific to Joby Aviation, Geriguis will share on the need to reduce material costs and touch labor compared to traditional aerospace construction.
Join us for a three-day event packed with high-level speakers, working group updates, project presentations, small/medium enterprise pitches, and so much more!