MUNER joins the Skills Intelligence Emilia-Romagna Focus Group on Data Engineering, AI and Vehicle Performance Analytics

On May 5, 2026, MUNER – Motorvehicle University of Emilia-Romagna participated in the Skills Intelligence Emilia-Romagna Focus Group hosted at Tecnopolo DAMA in Bologna, contributing to the discussion on:

“Skills in Data Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Vehicle Performance Analytics for High-Performance Vehicle Engineering”.

The initiative was organized within the broader Skills Intelligence Emilia-Romagna project promoted by ART-ER and supported by the Emilia-Romagna Region. The project aims to strengthen the regional system for anticipating high-specialization skills needs by combining quantitative labour market data with qualitative multi-stakeholder analysis. 

The workshop specifically focused on the growing demand for competencies in:

• Data Engineering
• Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
• Vehicle Performance Analytics

within the field of high-performance vehicle engineering. 

The initiative brought together companies, research organizations, and innovation stakeholders from the Emilia-Romagna ecosystem, including AVL, Toyota Industries Europe, BI-REX, Comau, CNA Emilia-Romagna and Pomiager.

During the session, participants explored how the automotive sector is evolving towards increasingly software-defined and data-driven vehicles, where data and AI technologies are becoming strategic assets across the entire value chain — from advanced design and simulation to testing, performance analysis, and manufacturing optimization. 

The discussion also highlighted the increasing need for hybrid professional profiles capable of combining engineering expertise with advanced digital and data competencies, reinforcing the importance of stronger alignment between higher education and industry needs. 

As part of the Motor Valley ecosystem, MUNER continues to support collaboration between universities, research centers, and companies, contributing to the development of future talents for the mobility sector.