Automotive Regions Alliance (ARA) Annual Conference – Valencia (Spain)

The Automotive Regions Alliance’s annual conference (ARA) will take place in Valencia on November 5 and 6, 2026, and will bring together political representatives from European regions in the automotive sector, EU institutions, industry, and key stakeholders to discuss the future of the European automotive ecosystem and the role of regions in ensuring a competitive, resilient, and equitable.

Against the backdrop of ongoing discussions on the future EU budget, the proposed European Competitiveness Fund, and Europe’s industrial transformation, the conference will provide an opportunity to exchange views on how the Fund and other European policies and funding instruments can better address the specific challenges and opportunities facing our automotive regions, support our competitiveness and resilience, and strengthen our role in Europe’s industrial future.

Further information, including the program, practical details, and registration information, will be announced in the coming days.

This is an invitation-only event. The Cluster (an ARA Status Member) will be in attendance.