SPE ACCE 2026 second keynote tackles materials potential in automotive
Dr. Paul E. Krajeweski, a director at the General Motors Global Research and Development Center, will share insights on key opportunities and how to collectively drive progress.
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The SPE Automotive Composites Conference & Expo’s (ACCE) second keynote speaker is Dr. Paul E. Krajewski, director of materials and manufacturing systems research at the General Motors Global Research and Development Center (Warren, Mich., U.S.).
The automotive industry is undergoing significant change: electrification, autonomous driving and smart manufacturing are all happening under the challenges of sustainability, increased global competition and changing market dynamics. One constant throughout these challenges is the role of materials to enable technological innovation and ensure stable production.
“Automotive Materials Challenges and Opportunities,” presented by Krajewski, will address the many ways the automotive industry will leverage materials and their supply chain for a sustainable automotive future. In addition, key opportunities for exploration and partnership will be described to help motivate future research agendas.
“Advancing automotive materials requires not only innovation, but a clear vision for future research and collaboration,” notes Krajewski. “I look forward to sharing insights on where the greatest opportunities lie and how we can collectively drive progress across the industry.”
Learn more about the 2026 event’s first keynote speaker.
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