17. The Chair of the informal group on Mobile Air-Conditioning Test Procedures (MACTP) reported on the work progress made in the EU framework (GRPE-63-24). He provided information on the main characteristics of the test procedure that are being developed. He explained the status of the tests being carried out in Korea, ongoing testing activities in Japan, and mentioned China’s interest in this work.

18. GRPE noted the consent given by WP.29 to extend MACTP’s mandate for another three years and agreed that the group should also meet in conjunction with its next session, in June 2012.