A3PS operates as non-profit association and offers its members a broad portfolio of services and activities which are funded by the A3PS members and BMK.
- creation of concerted technology roadmaps and position papers
- technology foresight and assessment
- analysis of international R&D strategies
- advisory service for members and the BMK
- organization of a yearly international conference
- organization of internal workshops
- issue of a subject-specific newsletter
- stimulation of research projects
- studies, publications and articles
- representation of members in international/European projects
- excursions to international technology sites and potential partners
- coordination of cluster initiatives (for example FCH Cluster Austria)
- marketing for Austrian technology competence
Roadmaps
The A3PS Roadmap Austrian Roadmap for Sustainable Mobility – a long-term perspective represents Austria’s well-founded expertise in the broad field of advanced vehicle technologies and energy carriers. It provides a comprehensive perspective on future vehicle technology trends and required R&D activities in a time period until 2030 and beyond.
Position Papers
The present A3PS position paper "R&D Challenges 2024+" summarizes envisaged developments and trends, as well as priorities of the industrial and scientific A3PS members, providing an overview on the R&D challenges in the coming years and the necessary R&D activities to strengthen Austria as a business location.