Connected and Automated Vehicle Engineering 2017: 60 Seconds with Paul Markwick of The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC)

'Connected and Automated Vehicle Engineering 2017' will be taking place on 25-26 September in Birmingham.

Ahead of speaking at Connected and Automated Vehicle Engineering 2017, we caught up with Paul Markwick, Managing Director of Operations at The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC). Paul explained his role and involvement in the development of connected and automated vehicles, the critical challenges, five to 10 year vision and what he is looking forward to at the event.

Q: Could you briefly explain your role and involvement in the development of connected and automated vehicles?

Paul Markwick (PM): The MTC is part of the High Value Manufacturing Catapult, supporting the UK Manufacturing sector through innovation and application of high value solutions.

Q: In your opinion, what is the number one challenge holding back increased autonomy on the roads in today’s current market?

PM: I believe the biggest challenge is verification of the current technical status of Connected and Autonomous Vehicles.

Q: What are you most looking forward to by attending and presenting at the Connected and Automated Vehicle Engineering 2017 conference?

PM: I am looking forward to gaining a better understanding of the current technical and political status of Connected and Autonomous Vehicles in the UK, and where this sits in a global context.

Q: Where do you see the future of autonomous road vehicles over the next 5-10 years?

PM: Autonomous road vehicles will be tested on a variety of UK public roads over the next 5-10 years, developing confidence in the product before it can be commercially deployed.

Find out more

Paul will be taking part in a panel discussion at Connected and Automated Vehicle Engineering 2017 on 25–26 September in Birmingham. Join him and other experts from Jaguar Land Rover, Robert Bosch Limited, HORIBA MIRA, the Centre for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles and more.

Key programme highlights:

• Gain insights into the success of current UK trials and get the latest updates on future projects
• Hear a series of technical presentations into sensor technologies, human factors considerations, functional safety and cyber security
• Learn about the latest design, development and testing methods being implemented by engineers
• Engage in interactive panel sessions and discussions on legislation, vehicle usability, and the role of artificial intelligence and machine learning

For further information, visit the Connected and Automated Vehicle Engineering 2017 event page.

About Paul Markwick

Paul Markwick is the Managing Director of Operations for The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC), part of the High Value Manufacturing Catapult. The MTC helps to generate rapid and sustainable growth to the UK economy by delivering integrated manufacturing systems solutions. Prior to joining the MTC, Paul was the Chief Executive at the Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA), an Executive Agency of the UK Department for Transport (DfT). VCA is the UK Type Approval Authority for new on and off-road vehicles, responsible for certifying that these have been designed and constructed to meet internationally agreed standards. Paul is a Fellow of The Institute of Mechanical Engineers, a Chartered Engineer and has an extensive industry background, including roles at Jaguar, Pirelli, Land Rover and Ricardo.