POSTPONED: Everywoman in Transport and Logistics Awards 2020
2020-06-18 | JW Marriott Grosvenor House, 86-90 Park Lane, London, W1K 7TN, United Kingdom
The 2020 Everywoman in Transport and Logistics Awards have been postponed until 6 October 2020 because of the coronavirus outbreak. To find out more visit the Every Woman website.

SMMT International Automotive Summit (webinar)
2020-06-23 10:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Webinar
The SMMT International Automotive Summit 2020 will be held on Tuesday, 23 June. The summit, now in its 12th year, was originally scheduled as a face-to-face event bringing together more than 350 delegates from across the industry, government and the international media for a day-long conference in central London. Because of the coronavirus pandemic, however, the summit will now be in the format of an online event with a condensed two-hour agenda.
For information on tickets and sponsorship opportunities, contact Relish Events team by email smmtsummit@smmt.co.uk

Clean Growth UK webinar: The future of transport
2020-06-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Discover what’s next for the transport sector from industry leaders such as Virgin Hyperloop One and Lilium Electric Jets. This virtual event via Hop In will include keynote talks and a Q&A session about the innovative solutions on offer, and what a low-carbon future may look like.
Tickets are free, with a £5 donation to Sustrans. Click to register.

Elite webinar: Leveraging the power of the mastermind
2020-06-23 19:00 - 20:00 | Webinar
The next instalment in Dave Luehr’s Elite Body Shop Solutions webinar series is titled “The 6th secret – Leveraging the power of the mastermind.” Luehr will both present and host the webinar, aiming to teach one of the most important success ingredients for a modern-day collision repairer – the people that we surround ourselves with.
Click the link to register. Those who are unable to attend the live event can watch the recorded webinar by joining the Elite Body Shop Academy for free.

CANCELLED: Traffex Seeing is Believing 2020
2020-06-24 - 2020-06-25 | Bruntingthorpe Proving Ground, Lutterworth, Leicestershire, LE17 5QS
Because of the coronavirus outbreak, the Traffex Seeing is Believing 2020 event which was due to be hosted at the Bruntingthorpe Proving Ground on 24-25 June 2020 has been cancelled. Any future events or dates are to be confirmed by the organiser.

ARC360 webinar 15
2020-06-24 13:30 - 14:30 | Webinar
Insight from across the motor claims supply chain, exploring the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on collision repair and the wider automotive industry. Wednesdays @ 13:30.

POSTPONED: Automechanika Istanbul (Turkey)
2020-06-25 - 2020-06-28 | Istanbul TUYAP Fair and Congress Centre (TÜYAP), E-5 Karayolu, Gürpinar Kavsagi, Istanbul, Buyukcekmece, 34522, Turkey
The 2020 edition of Automechanika Istanbul has been postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic and will now take place 8-11 April 2021.

Webinar: Motor Claims Festival
2020-06-29 13:00 - 2020-07-03 17:00 | Webinar
The 11th Annual Motor Claims Conference has gone online in light of the coronavirus pandemic and will offer a week-long programme of panel discussion and speakers. Anyone from the motor claims industry can sign up to one or all of the daily sessions. All sessions will be free of charge (apart from a charity donation for the quiz and stand up networking session). Visit the Motor Claims Festival website for more information.

CIECAst webinar: The future of collision repair
2020-06-30 17:00 - 18:00 | Webinar
Erick Bickett, past CEO and co-founder of ACAB Automotive Group and FixAuto USA as well as founder of CIECA, will share insight about the current landscape of the collision repair industry and what changes are expected to happen in the future. During his presentation, Bickett will discuss how the industry has been affected by Covid-19 and offer businesses tips on what they need to do to prepare and be sustainable for the long-term. He will also talk about the critical role CIECA plays for all segments of the collision repair industry.

SMMT webinar: EU-UK negotiations
2020-07-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar
With the UK halfway through its Brexit transition period with the EU this timely webinar will explore how the EU-UK trade negotiations are unfolding. SMMT will reflect on the progress made in the first half of 2020, pull out some of the key announcements that have been made and look ahead to what the second half of the year has in store. There will be an opportunity for all participants to put their questions to the SMMT policy team:

Lloyd Mulkerrins, policy manager, SMMT
Alessandro Marongiu, international trade policy manager, SMMT
Camille Barré, European government affairs manager, SMMT

Cromax colour matching training course
2020-07-02 - 2020-07-03 | Access Training Hertfordshire, Unit 2 Tewin Ct, Tewin Rd, Welwyn Garden City AL7 1AU
This two-day practical course shows refinishers how to match, formulate, mix and apply solid, metallic and pearlescent colours. Participants use various colour tools and are shown how to use ColorNet Pro, the Cromax colour retrieval and productivity management system, as well as to set up their own personal database on the system.

Automechanika webinar: A brave new world for the automotive aftermarket
2020-07-07 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
As businesses begin to reopen, this panel discussion will explore what the “new normal” for the UK automotive aftermarket and its workforce looks like, what challenges remain and what the opportunities are for the sector?
Panellists:

Quentin Le Hetet, GM, GiPA UK
Hayley Pells, owner, Avia Autos
Mark Field, MD, Impression Communications
David Clarke, MD, Autosupplies Chesterfield

POSTPONED: Vehicle Electrification Expo
2020-07-08 - 2020-07-09 | NAEC Stoneleigh, Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh, Kenilworth, CV8 2LZ, United Kingdom
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Vehicle Electrification Expo has been postponed to 2-3 December 2020. It then aims to enable automotive manufacturers to look at the latest powertrain solutions to improve the performance, efficiency, safety and sustainability of vehicles including light electric vehicles, passenger cars, commercial vehicles, buses and off-highway industrial vehicles. The show will bring together the entire supply chain involved in electric and hybrid vehicle development showcasing the very latest technologies for this rapidly growing market. Co-located with the Battery Cells and Systems Expo and the Advanced Material Show, the events will attract an expected 300 exhibitors and thousands of attendees searching for solutions for automotive applications.

Webinar: Roads policing - evidencing the need for enforcement
2020-07-14 14:00 - 15:00 | Webinar
This webinar will be hosted by Richard Owen (Agilysis) and will focus on the recent PACTS report Roads policing and its contribution to road safety. The report’s author, Frank Norbury, will lead attendees through the key points of the research allowing them the opportunity to ask questions and provide their own thoughts on the effectiveness of roads policing.
Attendees are advised to read the report in advance by downloading it here: Roads policing and its contribution to road safety – Report from PACTS.

SMMT webinar 15: Covid-19 effects on the automotive sector
2020-07-14 15:00 - 16:00 | Webinar
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders next webinar on the effects of the Covid-19 crisis on the automotive sector takes place Tuesday, 14 July. Mike Hawes, SMMT CEO, will be joined by Raimund Wolf, director of strategy at PwC, who will be explaining the results of their European supply chain survey, and Andrew Harries, SMMT government affairs manager.

CoatVex2020
2020-07-15 08:00 - 2020-07-17 20:00 | Webinar
The Coating Technologies Virtual Exposition (CoatVex) is expected to feature more than 100 exhibitors and attract 5,000-plus visitors. CoatVex2020 will feature virtual stands in virtual exhibition halls, plus live meetings and presentations covering topics such as wet paints and powder coatings; technologies for liquid painting and powder coating (automation and conveyor technology, compressed air technology, cleaning and pre-treatment, drying and curing); application technologies (spray guns, covering materials and systems, hangers, filters, pumps); and measuring and test technology, quality assurance and research.

Automomechanika Dubai webinar: Post-pandemic, what's next?
2020-07-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
In this next session in a series of webinars from Automechanika, the panellists will discuss the impact Covid-19 on bodyshops and the wider industry, the role of leaders in the industry during the pandemic, and how bodyshops in the Gulf can prepare for the future. Webinar attendees can also interact with the panellists during a live Q&A session following the discussion.

ARC360 webinar 18
2020-07-15 13:30 - 14:30 | Webinar
Insight from across the motor claims supply chain, exploring the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on collision repair and the wider automotive industry. Wednesdays @ 13:30.
This week’s panellists are Andy Lawlor, business development director at Motofix Accident Repair Centres; Jane Pocock, managing director UK & Ireland at Copart; and Dave Thompson, director of claims at Tesco Underwriting.

Webinar: Covid-19 pandemic - how is road safety delivery being impacted?
2020-07-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Webinar
The effects of lockdown, implementation of social distancing, and changes to funding for authorities are already resulting in changes to road safety delivery. This webinar, facilitated by Richard Owen, Steve Ferris and Vania Porfiro, will feature evidence on what changes have already happened and what the future may look like. New online learning tools will be showcased and there will be an opportunity for attendees to share their experiences.

Webinar: Transform your IT organisation into an engine for automotive innovation
2020-07-15 16:00 - 17:00 | Webinar
In the post-coronavirus world, one thing is certain … technology leadership will determine the future of the automotive industry. IT organisations within these automotive enterprises should rethink how to transform from being “service providers” to “enablers” for this business transformation.
Join this webinar to hear about:

In the near term – What post-Covid automotive operations will look like and how to prepare IT for it.
In the longer term – How to build IT infrastructure to enable automotive innovations in self-driving, electrification, and connectivity.

Webinar: Active Streets Assessment Tool
2020-07-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Webinar
The government’s Emergency Active Travel Fund is providing a response to the Covid-19 pandemic by supporting temporary and permanent projects aimed at boosting cycling and walking with new infrastructure. The challenge facing local authorities is how to best identify suitable locations, and the appropriate solutions on those streets.
Agilysis has been working on the Active Streets Assessment Tool which is being launched in this webinar and will give attendees a thorough run-through of what is provided in the system. For more information visit the product page for the Active Streets Assessment Tool.

Volvo product technology course
2020-07-22 | Volvo Training & Development Centre, Prospect Way, Daventry NN11 8QN
Due to a continued overwhelming response Volvo Cars UK have made available further dates for their product and technology update course. It provides delegates with the latest information on Volvo’s range of cars.
Over six hundred delegates from across the industry have already attended the session to date. It is aimed at vehicle damage assessors, engineers from insurance companies, accident management companies, engineers, fleet providers, training colleges, non-approved bodyshops and general industry personnel.
Email Elena Worthington at: elena.worthington@volvocars.com to book the course.

Webinar: Which three factors will drive competitive battery production in the UK?
2020-07-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
A free webinar on the practical steps and collaboration needed to drive competitive H/EV battery production in the UK, with guest speakers from Britishvolt, Tata Motors, WMG and EV Outlook.

Webinar: Roads policing review - a call for evidence
2020-07-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Webinar
On 13 July the UK government published a call for evidence on the future of roads policing. It seeks information on fundamental questions about current and future policing arrangements and road safety.
This webinar will be hosted by David Davies, PACTS executive director, with the following panel members:
• Teresa Ciano, partnership manager, GoSafe Wales
• Simon Hill, roads policing lead, Metropolitan Police Federation
• Richard Owen, operations director, Agilysis
• Frank Norbury, research and policy officer, PACTS

IBISConnect Africa 2020 simulcast
2020-07-23 09:00 - 13:00 | Simulcast
The International Bodyshop Industry Symposium will host IBISConnect Africa 2020 – a live, interactive, online event to be broadcast between 10:00 and 14:05 South Africa standard time (09:00-13:05 BST) on Thursday, 23 July. IBIS has embraced the opportunities of the new and burgeoning digital era to develop a series of presentations, debates, interviews and Q&A.
On the IBISConnect Africa agenda will be topics such as how the African market can learn from the new UK salvage code of practice, why it’s important for Africa to adopt a low energy technology and sustainability policy, as well as a comprehensive overview of the South African collision repair market and the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. Visit IBIS Worldwide’s IBISConnect Africa web page for more details.

Cromax Fast Repair training course
2020-07-24 | Access Training Hertfordshire, Unit 2 Tewin Ct, Tewin Rd, Welwyn Garden City AL7 1AU
This one-day course covers SMART repair techniques. Fast Repair requires a particular approach and methodology that are different to conventional repairs. Participants are shown how to achieve successful Fast Repair results using products from the Cromax Ultra Performance Energy system. They are instructed in the use of the correct tools, surface preparation and in application techniques on exterior metal and plastic substrates. The course also provides guidance on marketing this service to bodyshop customers.
Training courses can be booked through the Cromax webshop at www.cromastore.co.uk.

CIECAST webinar: CIECA 2020R1 standards release
2020-07-28 17:00 - 18:00 | Webinar
Andy Bober will be discussing CIECA’s 2020R1 standards release, including its new automated build process created for the publication of the CIECA standards. Bober is a software engineer at Entegral and has more than 20 years of experience in information technology.

ARC360 webinar 20
2020-07-29 13:30 - 14:30 | Webinar
Insight from across the motor claims supply chain, exploring the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on collision repair and the wider automotive industry. Wednesdays @ 13:30.
This week:

Phil Blowers, commercial director, Indasa Abrasives (UK) Ltd
Peter Cox, european motor claims procurement manager, QBE
Dave Sargeant, managing director, Gemini Accident Repair Centres and chairman of AutoRaise

SMMT webinar 16: Covid-19 effects on the automotive sector
2020-07-30 15:00 - 16:00 | Webinar
Join the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders for its 16th webinar in the series on the effects of the Covid-19 crisis on the automotive sector. SMMT CEO Mike Hawes will be joined by Ian Henry of AutoAnalysis and SMMT senior economist Matt Croucher.

Bodyshop Business webinar: Attracting and servicing customers 100% digitally
2020-07-30 19:00 - 20:00 | Webinar
During this free webiinar from Bodyshop Business, you’ll hear how your bodyshop can manage its customer journeys digitally – from initial search to final sale. The opportunity to attract and service customers digitally won’t go away once the pandemic has passed – it’s a trend that will continue to accelerate in the future. Taking the time to learn these skills now will help your business indefinitely.
