IAA Networking Tours

The electrification of commercial vehicles is accelerating rapidly, making battery technology, charging infrastructure, and intelligent energy management key enablers of future transportation. This Networking Tour provides visitors with a curated overview of the technologies, solutions, and partnerships driving the successful deployment of electric commercial vehicles – from digital vehicle architectures and innovative charging systems to large-scale charging ecosystems and sustainable transport solutions.

The tour begins with AUMOVIO, which showcases the technological foundation for connected and software-centric vehicles. Participants will gain insights into scalable vehicle architectures, data management, cybersecurity, and the integration of software and hardware components. These capabilities demonstrate how digital vehicle platforms support efficient battery and energy management throughout the vehicle lifecycle.

At Electreon, visitors will discover an innovative approach to the future of electric mobility. The company develops wireless charging solutions that can provide energy to vehicles while parked or even in motion. Attendees will learn how such technologies can help create more flexible, efficient, and sustainable transportation systems.

The next stop is Gritec, where intelligent and holistic charging infrastructure solutions for commercial vehicles take center stage. The company focuses on developing reliable, scalable, and efficient charging systems that support the growing demand for e-mobility. Visitors will gain a deeper understanding of how charging infrastructure, energy supply, and digital control systems come together to form an integrated ecosystem.

With Milence, participants will meet one of the key players building a pan-European charging network for heavy-duty vehicles. The company is focused on deploying reliable high-performance charging stations along major transport corridors, helping accelerate the transition to zero-emission freight transport. Visitors will gain insight into both the opportunities and challenges involved in developing a seamless charging infrastructure across Europe.

At Renault Trucks, the focus shifts to the practical implementation of electric mobility in commercial transport. The company demonstrates how innovative vehicle concepts,

reliable battery technologies, and tailored service solutions can help customers improve sustainability while maintaining operational performance. Participants will learn how manufacturers are supporting the transition toward a low-carbon logistics ecosystem.

The tour concludes with Shell Business Recharge Solutions, which presents solutions for the reliable charging and operation of electric fleets. Drawing on extensive expertise in heavy-duty transportation, the company supports operators of electric trucks, buses, and other commercial vehicles through intelligent charging and energy management solutions. Visitors will gain valuable insights into how safe, efficient, and economically viable fleet operations can be achieved in practice.

This Networking Tour demonstrates that battery technology and charging infrastructure deliver their full potential only when viewed as an integrated system. It highlights how vehicle manufacturers, infrastructure providers, technology companies, and energy experts are working together to build the foundation for sustainable and economically viable electric freight transport.

 

Software-defined vehicles (SDVs) are fundamentally transforming the commercial vehicle industry. Software, data, and connectivity are becoming the key drivers of new vehicle functions, intelligent operating models, and innovative mobility services. This Networking Tour provides visitors with a curated insight into the technologies and expertise enabling this transformation – from vehicle architectures and digital platforms to connected services and automated applications.

The tour begins with AUMOVIO, where participants will learn how the technological foundation for software-defined vehicles is created. The company develops scalable server-zone architectures and provides technologies for operating systems, middleware, over-the-air updates, data collection, and cybersecurity. AUMOVIO also demonstrates how engineering, integration, and development services support SDV implementation throughout the entire vehicle lifecycle.

At HERE Technologies, the focus is on the role of digital mapping, real-time location data, and connected vehicle intelligence. Visitors will discover how precise location services and cloud-based platforms enable advanced driver assistance systems, automated driving functions, and intelligent logistics operations. These capabilities form a critical part of the data and connectivity layer that underpins software-defined vehicles.

Neusoft showcases innovative software solutions designed for the next generation of intelligent vehicles. With more than three decades of automotive software development experience, the company supports OEMs worldwide in their digital and AI-driven transformation. Participants will gain insights into global development capabilities, advanced software platforms, and applications already deployed in vehicle programs across international markets.

At Turntide Technologies, attendees will explore how electrification and intelligent control systems contribute to the future of connected commercial vehicles. The company develops advanced electric motors, power electronics, and energy storage solutions designed to improve efficiency, reliability, and performance. The technologies on display demonstrate how hardware and software work together to unlock new opportunities for sustainable mobility.

Valtech Mobility demonstrates how data-driven platforms and digital services create new value streams for vehicle manufacturers and mobility providers. With expertise in Automotive Cloud, Data & AI, User Experience, and Android Automotive, the company

develops and operates connected services for millions of vehicles worldwide. Visitors will learn how vehicle data can be transformed into innovative services and enhanced customer experiences.

The tour concludes with the ZF Group, which showcases how software-enabled technologies are shaping the future of commercial transportation. Building on decades of expertise in transmission, braking, and steering systems, ZF develops solutions that increase efficiency, safety, connectivity, and automation. Participants will gain insight into integrated technologies that support the entire lifecycle of modern commercial vehicles.

This Networking Tour demonstrates that software-defined vehicles are far more than a technological trend. They represent the convergence of hardware, software, data, and services, highlighting how different players across the ecosystem work together to drive the future of mobility.