As expected and in light of the current COVID-19 pandemic together with guidance issued by the UK Government on Monday evening (16 March) that all mass gatherings are to be avoided, it is clear that the only realistic options for this year’s Show, due to be held at the NEC, Birmingham at the end of April, were cancellation or postponing to a later date.
“The option of postponing was given careful consideration given the importance of the Show to the road transport sector; however, it was felt there were too many unknown variables to make this option possible. As ever, our priority is to ensure the health and safety of all those involved with the Show,” according to the statement from the organisers.
“We would like to take this opportunity to thank all our exhibitors, registered visitors, Show team and other stakeholders for their continued support during this most challenging and unprecedented of times.”