Seminar The FTA Sessions at
Multimodal 2017 Wednesday 5th April in the Multimodal Theatre
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) represents the transport interests of companies moving goods by road, rail, sea and air. FTA members operate more than 200,000 lorries – almost half the UK fleet – and members deliver over 90 percent of freight moved by rail, and 70 percent of UK visible exports by sea and air.
www.fta.co.uk
Sessions introduced by Robert Platt, Account and Editorial Manager, Meantime Communications
10.30-11.30 Inland Waterways – city logistics the final mile This session will explore how the UK inland water network can complement road and rail freight by moving goods into city centres without increasing traffic congestion. The session will also examine ways in which goods are moved from inland waterway hubs to urban delivery points – the final mile. Speakers:
• Alex Veitch, Head of Global Policy, FTA • Stephen Carr, Head of Business Development, Peel Ports • Gerald Heward, Commissioner, London Waterways Commission • Stephen Anderson, Principal Consultant – Freight & Logistics, Peter Brett Associates LLP • Peter Ward, Senior Asset Manager, Port of Tilbury
12.30-13.30 The future of Rail Freight Rail freight – next steps. A look at the future direction for the industry in the wake of Government rail reviews and industry structural changes, including loss of coal traffic. Where should Government and industry policy be best focused to optimise the use of rail freight? Speakers:
• Chris MacRae, Manager Railfreight Policy, FTA • Lindsay Durham, Head of Rail Strategy, Freightliner • Maggie Simpson, Executive Director, Rail Freight Group • Guy Bates, Head of Freight Development, Network Rail • Duncan Clark, Head of Strategic Development Manager, GB Railfreight • Stephen Carr, Commercial Director, Peel Ports Group
13.30-14.30 Brexit Masterclass The FTA global policy team will look at aspects of Brexit affecting the logistics industry and the supply chain, including Customs, Border Control, trade with the EU and non-EU countries, and how the FTA is engaging with government to get the best deal for its members. Speakers:
• Alex Veitch, Head of Global Policy, FTA • James Hookham, Deputy Chief Executive, FTA • Pauline Bastidon, Head of European Policy, FTA • Chris Yarsley, EU Affairs Manager, FTA
15.00-16.00 Legal Briefing – what to expect from suppliers and partners Includes a look at contracts of carriage and how to get the best out of your supplier when outsourcing. Speakers:
• Matthew Wilmhurst, Associate, Holman Fenwick Willan • Nigel Kotani, Solicitor, Excello Law • Alex Veitch, Head of Global Policy, FTA
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