CILT(UK) East Midlands - Logistics and Manufacturing Event

When: 15th April 2026, 09:30 - 12:30

Where: Fruehauf, Invicta Works, Houghton Rd, Grantham NG31 6JB

Speakers: David Lewington, Head of Sales, Fruehauf
Grahame Neagus, Head of LCV and Municipal for UK & Ireland, Renault Trucks UK
Jamie Hedgecox, Regional Manager, Europa Worldwide Group
Sam Bayham, Founder, Conex Portal

Logistics and manufacturing closely link to support a successful economy. Logistics operators focus on providing the most cost effective and responsive solutions for their customers, many of whom are manufacturers. Therefore, the steps to specify the right type of vehicle are crucial to these solutions. Manufacturers seek more customers for their products, and many are tempted to look overseas for additional markets. Making sure they have insight and knowledge as to what to consider when exporting determines how successful this can be.

In light of this The CILT East Midlands and Conex Portal, a leading member only manufacturing growth network are hosting an East Midlands Logistics and Manufacturing Event, bringing together professionals from both sectors to consider best practice around effective vehicle specification and how to build a robust export supply chain. Expertly hosted by Fruehauf trailers, Grantham. An iconic name for UK haulage operators and a shining example of UK Manufacturing in the East Midlands.

Schedule -

09:30-09:40 Introduction to CILT East Midlands and Conex Portal

09:40-10:00 Introduction to Fruehauf Trailers

10:00-10:20 Vehicle Specification Masterclass

10:20-10:40 Exporting for Success

10:40-11:00 Comfort Break

11:10-11:20 Group Discussion

11:20-12:00 Fruehauf Factory Tour

12:00-12:30 Lunch

Booking for Members & Non-Members -£12.00 inc. VAT

Note: If you are not a current Member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, please be aware our membership team may be in touch with you using your email address provided regards membership opportunities. If you do not wish to be contacted please email and let us know at cmVnaW9ucyB8IGNpbHR1ayAhIG9yZyAhIHVr

Competencies asssigned to this event:

• FM1.1 Freight Transport Operations and Services
• FM2.3 Local, National and International Distribution Networks
• SC1.1 Supply Chain Networks, Design and Optimisation