European Week of Regions and Cities “Needed skills for the jobs of today and tomorrow from the automotive suppliers perspective” Brussels, 9th October 2019

CLEPA-the European Association of Automotive Suppliers Driving innovation forward since 1959 CLEPA represents over 120 global suppliers 13 national associations 56% of the total turnover is generated by 38 CLEPA Members 21 countries CLEPA represents more than 3,000 companies and cover all products and services within the automotive supply chain.

European suppliers at a glance

The variety of skills needs for the sector The variety and complexity of the sector requires an equivalent educational programme There is a pronounced gap between the skills available in our sector and those that are required as a result of the introduction of new technologies and automation.

The future is... Biggest transformation of the industry in more than a hundred years Our job to deliver, with Europe in the lead

Our vision

Digitalisation, automation and connectivity Drivers of Change Major transformative trends are shaping the future of mobility and the automotive industry Climate goals Decarbonisation Smart mobility Digitalisation, automation and connectivity

Automotive sector structural changes The need for a collaborative action New mobility Electrification, new mobility concepts; growing use of connectivity and digital technologies in manufacturing & in vehicles Global approach Relocation to low-cost countries and the development of global manufacturing systems Forecast: Need for “just transition” supporting the European Green Deal Nearly 1 million “new” jobs to be created in the sector by 2025 Need for a high-level qualifications

New EU legislative term European leadership Systemic change Suppliers Component makers Full system providers Change Vehicle manufacturing Mobility solutions Combustion engines Electric and other alternatives Mechanical components Electronics & software sytems Our USP Suppliers will continue to deliver the innovations that underpin the success of the entire automotive industry New EU legislative term European policy makers must prioritise Europe’s industrial powerhouse

DRIVERS of Change – manufacturing & workforce Industrial & market changes impact the competencies needed in the future Advanced manufacturing Advanced materials Complex and global supply chains Life cycle design, pollution prevention and product recyclability Active safety, automated driving and connectivity Decarbonisation, hybridisation and electrification Evolution of customer requirements Source: Skills council report, GEAR2030

Skills challenges Actions to address skills challenges Increase the sector atractiveness Creating new profiles Changing business models Providing a flexible system Promoting digital skills Co-operation between public and private actors Creating and supporting joint training programmes Transferability of skills and educational programmes

Four times as many software lines in a car as in an airplane Call for action Supporting SMEs and start-ups Enabling young talent: the mobility industry offers an exciting future Recognising automotive innovation as key asset for Europe

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