# Event Details - **Event Name**: CILT(UK) Annual Conference & Awards 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 08:45 am – Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 11:55 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Purpose, People, Progress: Leading Through ChangeAbout this EventAnnual ConferenceJoin us for CILT(UK)'s Conference 2026 at East Midlands Conference Centre - Nottingham Venues.The Leadership Journey of the DayLeadership & Direction (Morning)Leaders today face complex and competing pressures — from regulation and growth to purpose and responsibility.The morning sessions set the tone by exploring how senior leaders define direction, make decisions at the top, and lead with clarity in uncertain environments.Key questions:•What does effective leadership look like now?•How do leaders balance growth, responsibility and resilience?•How do leaders set direction when the landscape keeps shifting?Leadership Skills & Capability (Midday)Great leadership is built, not assumed.This stream focuses on the skills, behaviours and capabilities leaders need to develop in their organisations — from talent and culture to future-ready workforces.Key questions:•How do leaders build strong leadership pipelines?•What skills matter most for the next generation of leaders?•How do leaders create cultures that enable performance and growth?Leadership Through Change & Transformation (Afternoon)Change is no longer episodic — it’s constant.The final sessions explore how leaders navigate disruption, transformation and uncertainty, and how they turn strategy into action at scale.Key questions:•How do leaders remain effective in volatile environments?•How do leaders drive transformation without losing momentum or people?•What distinguishes leaders who thrive through change?Awards for ExcellenceAs evening falls, we will celebrate the achievements of individuals and organisations making a lasting impact in the profession. The prestigious awards ceremony will be an evening of recognition, fine dining, entertainment, and networking with the best in the industry.Join us for a day that combines knowledge, connections, and celebration—all in one exceptional event.Haven’t attended before? Browse our 2025 Event photos.With thanks to our headline sponsor: Toyota Automated LogisticsCPD will be at the heart of your day.4.5 Experiential CPD hours against:LE1.1 Leadership, Development, Organisational Culture and Change ManagementDT2.1 Technology, Automation and InnovationEQ2.1 Risk Identification, Reduction and Safety ManagementSUS1.1 Social, Economic and Environmental ResilienceSC1.1 Supply Chain Networks, Design and OptimisationConference🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:15 AMRegistration Info: Meet the Exhibitors 🕑: 09:15 AM - 09:20 AMOpening Welcome Info: Hosted by CILT(UK) and Next Gen🕑: 09:20 AM - 09:40 AMHeadline - 2035 - Building fluid Supply Chains That Learn, Adapt & PerformHost: James Osborn, Toyota Automated LogisticsInfo: For decades, supply chains have been engineered around efficiency - driving down cost, increasing speed and optimising every process. Those priorities remain important, but they are no longer enough by themselves. The next decade will be defined by uncertainty. Geopolitical instability, changing consumer expectations, labour shortages, AI and rapid technological innovation are fundamentally changing the environment in which supply chains operate. The winners will not be those with the most automation or lowest cost per order. It will be those that can learn faster, adapt more quickly and make better decisions every day. This keynote explores what that future looks like and the characteristics that will define the supply chains of 2035. It will examine how AI, automation and data are reshaping operations, why people remain central to success, and why adaptability is becoming the new measure of operational excellence. In an increasingly unpredictable world the ability to continuo🕑: 09:40 AM - 10:10 AMUnlocking Human Potential: The Leadership ShiftHost: Katy Leeson, Former MD of Steven Bartlett's Social ChainInfo: A transformative keynote from a leader who scaled a business to £300 million by believing fiercely in the power of people. “Unlocking Human Potential” invites audiences to rethink what’s possible when confidence, culture, and humanity sit at the heart of growth. Expect a powerful reminder that when leaders lift their people, performance follows—and extraordinary results become inevitable.🕑: 10:10 AM - 10:35 AMScaling High-Performance Logistics Through People, Technology and Operational Host: Shao Lin, InPost UK&IInfo: "Scaling operations while maintaining consistency, reliability and customer trust Using technology and data to improve operational performance rather than simply adding complexity Embedding a culture of continuous improvement across fast-growing operations Balancing rapid growth with operational resilience and service excellence Why operational discipline and empowered people remain the foundation of long-term success"🕑: 10:35 AM - 11:10 AMMindset Matters: The Leadership Shift Unlocking ProductivityHost: Vicki Hooper, UnipartInfo: A strategic deep dive into how mindset transformation — from the C‑suite to the warehouse floor — is becoming the competitive advantage behind growth and productivity gains.🕑: 11:10 AM - 11:30 AMNetworking BreakInfo: 🕑: 11:30 AM - 11:55 AMPanel: Leading Through the UnknownHost: Craig.Lynskey, Baringa Info: “Leading Through the Unknown: Navigating complexity and rapid change in supply chain and transport”. Making confident decisions with incomplete and fast-changing information *Balancing long-term strategic direction with short-term shocks and resilience needs *Leading teams through ambiguity while maintaining momentum, morale and clarity *Staying focused when economic volatility, regulation and customer expectations all move at once🕑: 11:55 AM - 12:20 PMPanel: Future Ready Supply Chains Host: Paul Farr, CEVA LogisticsInfo: Panel hosted by - Tom Fitz- Walter, TMX Transform. This senior‑level panel brings together leaders from across transport, logistics, supply chain and infrastructure to explore how organisations are fundamentally rethinking the way they design, operate and lead their supply chains. With technology accelerating, sustainability commitments intensifying and customer expectations rising, the rules of the game have changed — and so must the strategies, operating models and decisions that underpin the industry.🕑: 12:20 PM - 12:45 PMThe Leadership Standard: Building Trust, Talent, & High‑Performance OperationsHost: Ian Keilty, Whistl Info: A compelling call to action on what leadership and professionalism must look like as logistics and transport evolve at pace. Drawing on deep operational experience, he highlights the behaviours, standards, and mindset that drive trust, performance, and credibility in a complex, fast‑moving sector. This keynote challenges leaders to raise the bar, lead with clarity and integrity, and shape an industry defined by excellence. 🕑: 12:45 PM - 01:45 PMNetworking LunchInfo: . 🕑: 01:45 PM - 02:30 PMInteractive Debate-The Next 100Years: Which Leadership Skills Will Matter mostHost: Phil Wood, Mondelez Info: Join us for a fast-paced Pecha Kucha-style debate exploring the leadership skill that will matter most for supply chain and transport professionals over the next 100 years. Each speaker will champion a different leadership position, from strategic foresight and resilience to emotional intelligence, systems thinking and data literacy, in a lively discussion about the future of our sector.🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PMWinning the Talent Race: Bridging Leadership and the Next GenerationHost: Tara Matthews, Rail Delivery GroupInfo: Panel hosted by - Antoinette Irvine, Symmetra. Are senior leaders and the next generation aligned on what the future workforce really needs?As competition for talent intensifies, organisations must rethink how they attract, develop and retain the people who will shape the future of transport, logistics and supply chains. Bringing together senior leaders and rising professionals, this panel explores how leadership, culture, career development and evolving workforce expectations can come together to build engaged, future-ready teams. Through a combination of strategic insight and lived experience, the discussion will uncover what it really takes to win the talent race in a rapidly changing world.🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:15 PMRefreshment BreakInfo: 🕑: 03:15 PM - 03:45 PMPowering Britain's Future:How Logistics is Enabling the UK's Energy TransitionHost: Tim MacDonald, SSE PlcInfo: As the UK invests in cleaner energy and modern infrastructure, logistics has become a critical enabler of national resilience. This keynote explores how strategic partnerships, predictive technologies and intelligent supply chains are helping deliver the materials, equipment and operational support needed to power the UK's energy transition. Drawing on real-world collaboration between SSE and DHL Supply Chain, the session demonstrates how logistics is evolving from a support function into a strategic driver of infrastructure, sustainability and long-term economic growth.🕑: 03:45 PM - 04:20 PMFoundations for the Future: Investing in the Infrastructure Host: Josh Finch, TT ClubInfo: Reliable, resilient infrastructure underpins every successful supply chain. As demand grows, technology accelerates and the transition to a more sustainable economy gathers pace, strategic investment has become one of the defining leadership challenges facing transport and logistics. This panel brings together leaders from infrastructure, transport and supply chain to explore where investment is most needed, how organisations can collaborate more effectively, and what it will take to build the networks that support future economic growth.🕑: 04:20 PM - 04:25 PMClosing Remarks and Event Close🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:00 PMAGM 🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:15 PMAwards Reception Drinks Awards🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:15 PMArrival Drinks🕑: 07:30 PM - 07:30 PMGuests seated for dinner 🕑: 07:30 PM - 10:00 PMAwards presentation (Confirmed timing breakdown tbc)🕑: 10:00 PM - 12:30 AMEvening Entertainment🕑: 12:30 AMGuests Depart - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nottingham/ciltuk-annual-conference-and-awards-2026/100001979864176047 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences, art, fine-arts, sports, performances, entertainment, contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 15 hours 10 minutes - Location: East Midlands Conference Centre - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 234, max: 627.6, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Nottingham - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: East Midlands Conference Centre - **lat**: 52.9387991 - **long**: -1.2032964 - **full address**: East Midlands Conference Centre, Beeston Lane, Nottingham, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: CILT(UK) Annual Conference & Awards 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/7ab6f56e9e64da0ed678eb8ff47006cb1adba9c21cfc499000de9f93d5f8cbc2-rimg-w1200-h600-dc4b398b-gmir.jpg?v=1779958824 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is CILT(UK) Annual Conference & Awards 2026 being held? - **A:** CILT(UK) Annual Conference & Awards 2026 takes place on Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 08:45 am to Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 11:55 pm at East Midlands Conference Centre, Beeston Lane, Nottingham, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing CILT(UK) Annual Conference & Awards 2026? - **A:** CILT(UK) Annual Conference & Awards 2026 is organized by CILT(UK) Events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** CILT(UK) Annual Conference & Awards 2026 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Nottingham, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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