ECOMOTION BOOKLET 2020 - Breaking Through Mobility Innovation

OPENING NOTES

Meir Arnon Chairman of the EcoMotion Week BoardMember of the Israel Innovation Institute

Hello EcoMotioners, The theme of next year’s event could be “One plus one is greater than two” as more and more Mergers and Acquisitions are happening and this wave is only beginning. On the other hand, many new EV startups are mushroomed. As I mentioned inmy opening remarks during the 2020 EcoMotionWeek, most Automotive/Mobility chiefs I am in contact with say that this is the time for consolidation, cooperation andde- globalization.Wewill experience thiswave growing stronger in the near future. Another recent dramaticdevelopment inour industry is thevaluationEVcompanies are receiving infinancialmarkets. Perhaps because investors donot believe that legacy players can win in the electrification race as electrification becomes the next big thing. What still remains missing is most governments’ commitment for charging infrastructure. This is the time for visionary thinkers, technology entrepreneurs, and innovation evangelists to create a new safe and clean way to move. EcoMotion is the place to be, to learn, and meet to create this reality. Enjoy the ride and stay tuned.

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