SOLUTRA
CHAMPIONS THE ENERGY TRANSITION
UNDER THE PATRONAGE OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE FRENCH REPUBLIC, EMMANUEL MACRON, BIENNIAL TRADE FAIR SOLUTRANS 2021 IS THE PLACE TO BE FOR THE LATEST IN HEAVY AND LIGHT COMMERCIAL VEHICLE INNOVATION. HERE IS A GLIMPSE OF WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE SHOW WHICH WILL BE HELD 16-20 NOVEMBER 2021 AT LYON EUREXPO.
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oad transportation as we know it is changing. There is a revolution of sorts in how industry is harnessing energy to improve operational efficiency as well as minimise carbon footprints. Sweeping legislation on these matters across Europe has accelerated thought leadership and empowered innovators to address these challenges head-on. Right now, there are regulations in place to reduce harmful emissions as well as pressure on vehicle makers to consider hybrid concepts to transition away from diesel including hydrogen, biofeul and electric batteries. This scratches the surface of what to expect from the conferences and professional discussions to be had at this year’s Solutrans, As a platform for innovation, the trade fair is once again conducting a range of initiatives. The Innovations Awards, organised by FFC, recognise outstanding innovations and performance of body-built vehicles. The awards will be presented at an evening function in a legendary venue, the Lyon Groupama Stadium. A new
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‘Digital Award’ will acknowledge the success of a company working in computer technology or connectivity as it applies to the sector. The winners of the well-known international awards ‘International Truck of the Year’, ‘International Van of The Year’, and ‘International Pick up Award’ will also be revealed at the prestigious gala evening. look out for the presentation of the 2020 and 2021 Industry Personality of the Year Awards which pay tribute to an institutional figure for their actions and their commitment to the industry. At this year’s Solutrans, Goldhofer will
