Declan Allen - Driving change in the automotive industry
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On this episode we welcome Declan Allen, the Managing Director of HORIBA MIRA and Corporate Officer of HORIBA Group. Before revolutionising HORIBA MIRA, Declan played a key role at Mercedes Benz High Performance Engines Ltd, driving innovation in engine assembly and kinetic energy recovery systems for leading F1 teams. With a knack for leveraging cutting-edge technology to transform engineering, testing, and business operations, he's now steering HORIBA MIRA towards a net-zero future while ensuring top-tier automotive safety. Don't miss this conversation with a true industry game-changer!
- (00:00) - The F5 Intro
- (00:55) - Declan Allen Career & Journey
- (03:12) - Most Exciting Period in the Automotive Industry
- (05:12) - Formula One and Marginal Gains With Tech
- (06:42) - The West Midlands as a Tech Hub
- (08:25) - Tech's Role in Innovation & Testing in the Automotive Industry
- (10:10) - Prioritising Security & Confidentiality
- (13:57) - Using Tech to Aid Sustainability & Environmental Impact
- (16:00) - Maintaining Safety Alongside Tech Evolution
- (20:06) - What Story Does Declan Want to See Next on The F5?
- (21:00) - The F5 Outro
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