ACT Expo Announces Industry Visionary as 2019 Keynote

November 7, 2018

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Early bird registration is now open for ACT Expo 2019, that will feature all leading vehicle OEMs spanning all weight classes, applications and fuel types.

Join us at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo 2019 in Southern California for the unique and exciting opportunity to hear from keynote speaker Roger Nielsen, President and CEO of Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), about the future of advanced clean transportation for medium-and heavy-duty trucking. As environmental regulations increase around the globe, Nielsen will share how DTNA is setting its sights on the future, leading the development of zero-emission electric trucks and drivetrains, and ultra-low-emissions natural gas trucks.

ACT Expo is North America’s leading conference and expo on real-world applications of the latest advanced transportation technologies, with the ninth annual show taking place April 23 – 26 at the Long Beach Convention Center in Southern California.

“Daimler Trucks North America President and CEO Roger Nielsen is an industry visionary who is pushing the boundaries as Daimler Trucks makes incredible strides in developing cutting-edge technologies,” said Erik Neandross, CEO at GNA, the producers of ACT Expo.

“Daimler Trucks North America President and CEO Roger Nielsen is an industry visionary who is pushing the boundaries as Daimler Trucks makes incredible strides in developing electric trucks, advanced safety technologies, automation, connectivity and other projects for the medium- and heavy-duty trucking market,” said Erik Neandross, CEO at GNA, the producers of ACT Expo. “DTNA is known for pushing the envelope when it comes to performance and efficiency, aligning with ACT Expo’s mission to provide a one-stop-shop for the transportation industry to come together to drive momentum for cutting-edge technologies and to hear from industry and government stakeholders about where the market is going.”

DTNA is returning to ACT Expo as presenting sponsor for their ninth straight year and continues to increase their support and presence at the show. They are expected to showcase a line-up of Daimler’s advanced clean vehicles at the 2019 event.

With OEMs front and center, ACT Expo will give attendees direct access to a wide array of vehicles spanning all weight classes, applications and fuel types. The expo will showcase every advanced technology and alternative fuels, including electric, hydrogen fuel cell, propane autogas, and natural gas vehicles, along with autonomous and connected technologies.

The ACT Expo agenda will focus on the mega trends driving the future of the industry, including connected technologies, efficiency, electrification, alternative fuels, sustainability, and more.

Heavy-duty OEMs confirmed for the 2019 ACT Expo include, Daimler Trucks North America, Kenworth, Peterbilt, Volvo, Mack Trucks, International, Navistar, Nikola Motor Company, and others. In addition, the show floor will feature medium- and light-duty OEMs, such as Mitsubishi Fuso, Hino Trucks, BYD, GreenPower Bus, Kalmar, Toyota, Honda, General Motors and many others.

The ACT Expo agenda will focus on the mega trends driving the future of the industry, including connected technologies, efficiency, electrification, alternative fuels, sustainability, and more.

Additional speakers, sponsors, and partnerships will be announced in the coming months. Early bird registration opened today. For more information and to register, visit www.actexpo.com