3 - 4 March 2026
EARPA Spring Meeting 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Brussels City
EARPA Spring Meeting 2026
The European Automotive Research Partners Association (EARPA) will host its Spring Meeting 2026 event on 3 – 4 March 2026, in Brussels at the Double Tree by Hilton Brussels City.
The EARPA Spring Meeting 2026 offers an excellent opportunity for EARPA members to participate in exclusive members-only sessions, including Foresight Groups and Collaborative Research Groups, as well as plenary sessions addressing key topics for the automotive research community.
All those with a relevant connection to the automotive sector are invited to join our Networking Reception on 3 March 2026 to establish and maintain meaningful connections with professionals from the European road mobility and automotive sector.
View the draft programme here.
Why attend?
- EARPA Members can participate in Foresight Group and Collaborative Research Group (CRG) Sessions on 3 March 2026.
- Enjoy a Networking Reception to establish and maintain meaningful connections with professionals from the European road mobility and automotive sector.
- Get insights into topics such as updates on R&I EU policy updates, automotive joint undertaking, autonomous vehicles and more at the Plenary Session on 4 March 2026 (EARPA Members Only).

Below is the draft agenda of the 2 day event, please note the timings will change in the coming events.
Tuesday, 3 March 2026:
09:00 – 18:00: Foresight Group and Collaborative Research Group Sessions: EARPA Members Only
18:30 – 21:00: Networking Reception: Open to all, EARPA Members and relevant stakeholders from the automotive sector.
Need to still sort out your accomodation, here’s some options:
DoubleTree by Hilton Brussels City:
Reserve your accomodation at the DoubleTree via this link.
Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre:
This is a 5-minute walk away from the venue of the event. To book a hotel room, click here.
For any questions, please contact David – d.twomey@earpa.eu


