CLEPA Innovation Awards
Prime competition in the automotive supply industry
Final deadline for applications extended to 28 May
Don't miss your chance to become a 2025 Top Innovator!
A successful mobility transformation is not possible without the contributions of automotive suppliers. In fact, the mobility-technology industry is one of the most innovative in the EU, with €30 billion invested in R&D each year.
The CLEPA Innovation Awards proudly recognise and celebrate the ground-breaking innovation in the automotive supply industry, driving the Green and Digital transition in Europe. All players within the automotive supply ecosystem, from SMEs and start-ups to multinational corporations, are invited to showcase their innovations and gain recognition at European level.
A panel of selected experts will evaluate applications considering factors such as ambition, market impact, implementation feasibility, and societal contribution. The Top Innovators will be announced at the Awards Ceremony in Brussels on 18 November, attended by industry representatives, policymakers, and media.
Please note: A fee of €220 + VAT applies per application for large companies. This fee helps cover the administrative and evaluation costs associated with the process. You're welcome to submit multiple applications to showcase different technologies - just keep in mind that the fee is charged per submission.
Your innovations will be carefully evaluated by an expert jury. Selected technologies will be named as Top Innovators, gaining prominence within the mobility ecosystem, and across various media outlets.
Top Innovators will hear from industry experts as they share insights, solutions, and challenges on technological deployment, barriers, opportunities, and trends shaping the Green and Digital transition.
Top Innovators receive significant exposure across CLEPA communication platforms and publications. Showcase your groundbreaking solutions on a European level to enhance your brand's reputation and visibility.
Establish new connections with influential business leaders and decision-makers from the mobility ecosystem, including OEMs, policymakers and key Brussels stakeholders.
The selected projects come from teams with extensive backgrounds in research and innovation, and from a wide variety of organisations—including SMEs and startups— considering the breadth of the industry.
The mobility technology industry is in the midst of a historic transformation, driven by digitalisation. This includes the development of new systems, software, and intelligent components that enhance vehicle performance, safety, and quality. Connectivity and automation are revolutionising personal mobility, improving comfort, productivity, and interactions with the vehicle's surroundings. The 'Digital' category recognises smart solutions within the mobility ecosystem.
The EU is committed to minimising global environmental impact in the battle against climate change and air pollution. The mobility technology industry actively supports this goal by delivering solutions that improve vehicle performance and efficiency, developing sustainable materials, creating new systems, and improving powertrains and processes. The 'Green' category recognises innovations towards more sustainable and climate-neutral mobility.
Below are the names of the international jury panel contributing to the 2024-edition:
