The UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) will be holding the next of its 8 regional roadshows for 2024 in Monaghan on Thursday 12 September. Sponsored by A-SAFE, the seminar will be hosted by UKWA member Combilift at their Global HQ in Annahagh County Monaghan.
The theme, ‘Unlocking the potential of tomorrow, today’, promises a day of informative keynote presentations and lively panel discussions covering a range of topics, such as safety in the workplace and storage efficiency.
Expert speakers will include Lesley Batchelor CBE, former Director General of the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade International, who will discuss the Windsor Framework. Lesley continues to be a champion of UK exporter and has a powerful track record in enhancing the performance businesses in the sector.
The day will also offer the opportunity for delegates to take a ‘behind the scenes’ tour of operations at the world’s leading manufacturer of multidirectional, sideloading, and articulated forklifts. The fastest-growing forklift manufacturer, Combilift exports to over 85 countries, with more than 80,000 trucks in operation worldwide, offering customisation and adaptability to meet the needs of businesses of all sizes.
The 8 roadshows are part of the 2024 Year of Warehousing campaign, which marks the 80th anniversary of UKWA and aims to showcase the importance of warehousing to supply chains and also as a major contributor to the economy.
UKWA is the leading trade body for the warehousing industry, with approximately 900 Members. It represents a sector that is worth £20 billion to the UK economy, has grown by 32% in the past six years, and employs over half a million workers.
As the voice of Warehousing, UKWA engages with policymakers and other stakeholders, to represent the views of members. Its mission is to build awareness of the role played by warehousing, drive up standards and build community, as well as best practice and helping members to operate safely, ethically and profitably.
UKWA Members benefit from a wide range of valuable services from professional business advice and strategic support to networking opportunities and discounted offers from partnering specialists and associates.
All businesses operating in the sector are welcome to join UKWA to learn more about the Association, network and share knowledge. Attendance is free of charge.
To find out more or to book your place, please visit: http://tiny.cc/3ticzz