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Warwick officially opens STEM Racing Centre of Excellence
Marking an exciting commitment to the future of STEM education, the University of Warwick yesterday welcomed 100 students, from nine different schools, for the official opening of its new STEM Racing Centre of Excellence – powered by Maaden.
Held at the National Automotive Innovation Centre (NAIC) on campus, the event brought together the University, Maaden, Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team and STEM RacingLink opens in a new window to celebrate a partnership dedicated to inspiring the next generation of STEM talent.
WMG Professor wins IMechE’s highest annual honour
Professor Siddartha Khastgir, Head of Safe Autonomy at Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG), University of Warwick has been awarded the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) highest annual honour, the James Clayton Prize.
The James Clayton Prize, first presented in 1945, is regarded as the most prestigious annual award made by the Institution. It recognises members who have made an exceptional contribution to modern engineering science, research, invention, or design.
New partnerships strengthen PAVE UK’s commitment to self-driving mobility
- PAVE UK welcomes three new organisations: Acorn Group, the Motability Foundation and Shoosmiths
- Expansion will broaden expertise across the self-driving ecosystem, providing a more holistic view
- PAVE UK is the country’s first initiative on enabling public trust and acceptance through evidence-based engagement and education programmes
Partners for Automated Vehicle Education United Kingdom (PAVE UK) has expanded its membership to include three new leading organisations from the insurance, accessibility, and legal sectors.
With the addition of Acorn Group, the Motability Foundation and Shoosmiths, PAVE UK is broadening the range of expertise shaping its work to build public trust and understanding of self-driving vehicle technology.
As the UK moves closer to the widespread deployment of automated vehicles, the three organisations will join existing members and global industry leaders, Wayve, Uber and Nissan, in a collaborative effort to educate the public, address common misconceptions and support the safe and responsible introduction of self-driving technology across the UK.
First international standard for trusted simulation for automated vehicles
A new international standard has been published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), giving developers, test organisations, and regulators a common way to show that virtual testing results are trustworthy and suitable for supporting the safe evaluation of automated driving systems, speeding up safer deployment.
Co-led by Professor Siddartha Khastgir from Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG), University of Warwick, and Benoit Anctil from Transport Canada, and supported by an international group of experts, it is the first international standard for a qualification scheme for virtual test environment (VTEs) for automated vehicles.
WMG launches collaborative outreach project with Tata Group
A new collaborative education-industry programme delivered by WMG and Tata Group is helping bring engineering to life in schools across the West Midlands. Funded by the Royal Academy of Engineering Bhattacharyya Award 2025, Bridging the Gap aims to support inclusive participation and raise awareness of engineering pathways through a year of funded outreach activities.
Global experts to gather at WMG for the UK's first Advanced Elastomers Forum
WMG will host the UK's first Advanced Elastomers Forum in February 2027. Taking place on Monday 1 and Tuesday 2 February, this two-day event will bring together researchers, engineers, manufacturers, and technology developers from across academia and industry to explore the latest advances in elastomer science, materials design, AI-driven development, manufacturing technologies, and product validation.
WMG helps Birmingham manufacturer strengthen its position in advanced manufacturing
Experts from the SME Group at Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG), University of Warwick have pledged their support to one of Birmingham’s longest-established manufacturers, helping them to strengthen supply chains and diversify into new, high-growth markets.
C. Brandauer & Co Ltd successfully applied for £199,500 through the West Midlands Supply Chain Transition Programme for funding to develop a new manufacturing process for a critical component used inside electric vehicle motors.
WMG welcomes global leaders from industry, education and innovation
From July to September, Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) at the University of Warwick welcomed senior representatives from government, industry and higher education institutions worldwide.
The visits showcased WMG’s role in connecting research, industry, and policy, while strengthening international partnerships.
WMG researchers win Best Paper at ISA International Conference 2026
Research by the Supply Chain Research Group at WMG has been recognised for its excellence at the Industry Studies Association (ISA) International Conference 2026. Dr Sotiris Blanas, Assistant Professor in International Trade, and Professor Alok Choudhary, Head of WMG's Supply Chain Research Group, won the Best Paper Award.
WMG professor welcomes London Assembly Transport Committee inquiry report
Professor Siddartha Khastgir, Head of Safe Autonomy at WMG, welcomes the London Assembly Transport Committee inquiry report: Who's driving the future of autonomous transport in London?