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SUMMARY:Commercial Fleets Summit 2026 (Belgium)
DESCRIPTION:The Commercial Fleets Summit is a two-day international industry event dedicated to LCV fleets. The 2026 edition will explore how to cut total cost across the entire fleet lifecycle\, from in-fleeting to de-fleeting. It promises to provide practical toolkits and use cases\, as well as a looking in detail at emerging trends.
URL:https://www.bodyshopmag.com/events-diary/commercial-fleets-summit-2026-belgium/
LOCATION:Van der Valk Hotel (Brussels Airport)\, Culliganlaan 4\, Brussels\, Machelen\, 1831\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:General Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Fleet Europe":MAILTO:sschoefs@nexuscommunication.be
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SUMMARY:IMI Annual Dinner and Awards 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Institute of the Motor Industry Annual Dinner and Awards 2026 will take place on Wednesday\, 11 March at the London InterContinental Hotel\, Park Lane. It promises to be an exciting night of celebration of automotive excellence with some of the best and brightest working in the sector.
URL:https://www.bodyshopmag.com/events-diary/imi-annual-dinner-and-awards-2026/
LOCATION:InterContinental London Park Lane\, One Hamilton Place\, Park Lane\, London\, W1J 7QY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Awards,General Events
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SUMMARY:SMMT Electrified 2026
DESCRIPTION:SMMT Electrified brings together more than 400 senior representatives from industry\, government\, key partner sectors such as infrastructure\, energy\, fleets\, insurance and logistics\, and diverse stakeholders to discuss how we can jointly make the transition to zero emission mobility a success.
URL:https://www.bodyshopmag.com/events-diary/smmt-electrified-2026/
LOCATION:Queen Elizabeth II (QEII) Centre\, Broad Sanctuary\, London\, SW1P 3EE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:General Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT)":MAILTO:smmtsummit@smmt.co.uk
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SUMMARY:What you haven’t heard about AI in the collision industry (CIECA webinar)
DESCRIPTION:The one-hour live broadcast will feature Bill Brower\, senior vice-president of North America Claims and Global Industry Relations at Solera\, and Mark Fincher\, vice-president\, Product Management at CCC Intelligent Solutions. During the free webinar\, the speakers will address: AI operational use and common misconceptions; AI in damage assessment; AI in the customer experience; CIECA’s role in AI; and predictions for the future. \n 
URL:https://www.bodyshopmag.com/events-diary/what-you-havent-heard-about-ai-in-the-collision-industry-cieca-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Events
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SUMMARY:Stellantis Regional Forum (Scotland)
DESCRIPTION:The Stellantis Multi-Brand Accident Repair Programme will be hosting several regional forums for its approved bodyshops throughout 2026\, starting with the Scotland on 17 March. All the Stellantis forums are in a relaxed meeting format where attendees are free to bring up any questions or issues they want to discuss. They will also get an update on the programme\, look at future developments\, gain insight into real market conditions\, and share ideas and best practices.
URL:https://www.bodyshopmag.com/events-diary/stellantis-regional-forum-scotland/
LOCATION:Glasgow Westerwood Spa & Golf Resort\, 1 St Andrews Drive\, Cumbernauld\, Glasgow\, G68 0EW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:General Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Stellantis":MAILTO:vincent.clisham@stellantis.com
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SUMMARY:CLEPA Aftermarket Conference (Belgium)
DESCRIPTION:Cybersecurity requirements and Euro 7 standards\, along with the review of the Motor Vehicle Block Exemption Regulation\, are reshaping the regulatory framework for the automotive aftermarket\, and – together with rapid technological developments – are set to transform the industry. The 2026 edition of the CLEPA Aftermarket Conference will highlight how collaboration empowers competitiveness in a rapidly evolving market. Europe’s leading event for the sector will bring together senior executives\, policymakers\, and industry stakeholders to exchange insights on the latest trends\, challenges\, and opportunities.
URL:https://www.bodyshopmag.com/events-diary/clepa-aftermarket-conference-belgium-2/
LOCATION:Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel\, Brussels Airport (BRU)\, Brussels\, 1930\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:General Events
ORGANIZER;CN="CLEPA (European Association of Automotive Suppliers)":MAILTO:info@clepa.be
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SUMMARY:Fleet News Awards 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Fleet News Awards will return in March 2026 with new categories and new opportunities for fleets\, manufacturers and suppliers to enjoy the benefits that go with winning and being shortlisted.
URL:https://www.bodyshopmag.com/events-diary/fleet-news-awards-2026/
LOCATION:JW Marriott Grosvenor House\, 86-90 Park Lane\, London\, W1K 7TN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Awards
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SUMMARY:Classic Car & Restoration Show 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show is the show to attend whether you are a restoration or repair professional\, or you are simply looking to reignite your passion for cars. The event brings together 1300-plus cars on display\, 160-plus car clubs representing a wide variety of marques and models\, and 250-plus exhibitors and autojumblers including restoration companies\, service providers and product suppliers.
URL:https://www.bodyshopmag.com/events-diary/classic-car-restoration-show-2026/
LOCATION:National Exhibition Centre (NEC)\, North Avenue\, Marston Green\, Birmingham\, B40 1NT\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:IBIS USA 2026
DESCRIPTION:IBIS USA 2026 will take place in March at the Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort in Phoenix\, Arizona. The event will include thought-leadership content under the new 2026 theme “Connecting Changemakers” and will feature a more dynamic format and interactive high-level debate\, as well as the usual unparalleled IBIS networking opportunities.
URL:https://www.bodyshopmag.com/events-diary/ibis-usa-2026/
LOCATION:Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort\, 7500 East Doubletree Ranch Road Scottsdale\, Arizona\, AZ\, 85258\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="IBIS Worldwide":MAILTO:suzie@ibisworldwide.com
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SUMMARY:Trends in used vehicle grading
DESCRIPTION:The latest trends in used vehicle grading will be discussed in detail at the next member meeting of the Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA)\, which is being hosted in partnership with the Car Remarketing Association of Europe (CARA) at Cox Automotive/Manheim. Speakers include Gavin Shone\, head of operations at Openlane\, on the future of grading\, and Connor O’Boyle\, co-founder of TradeBid\, on the vehicle grading experience in the United States. Stuart Coppard\, head of inspections excellence at Manheim and Stuart Pearson\, chief operating officer of BCA\, will be added to the panel discussion.
URL:https://www.bodyshopmag.com/events-diary/trends-in-used-vehicle-grading/
LOCATION:Bruntingthorpe Proving Ground\, Lutterworth\, Leicestershire\, LE17 5QS
CATEGORIES:General Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA)":MAILTO:contact@thevra.co.uk
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SUMMARY:AutoTechnica 2026
DESCRIPTION:AutoTechnica\, the leading trade fair for the automotive and aftersales sectors in the Benelux region\, will take place at the Brussels Expo next March. Following on from the success of the 2024 edition\, the trade fair will once again be a meeting place for automotive professionals and will focus on current developments\, information sharing and networking among a wide range of representatives from the aftersales and mobility sector\, including bodyshops\, independent garages\, brand distributors\, wholesalers\, suppliers\, tyre specialists\, transport companies and fleet owners.
URL:https://www.bodyshopmag.com/events-diary/autotechnica-2026/
LOCATION:Brussels Exhibition Centre (Brussels Expo)\, Place de Belgique 1\, Bruxelles\, 1020\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:General Events
ORGANIZER;CN="i-ONE":MAILTO:administration@i-one.be
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SUMMARY:NOMINATIONS CLOSE FOR BODYSHOP AWARDS & 30 UNDER 30 2026
DESCRIPTION:Nominations for the Bodyshop Awards 2026 and 30 Under 30 will close at midnight on 31 March 2026. Both competitions are completely free to enter and are judged by an independent panel of collision repair experts. The prize-giving ceremony for both competitions will take place during the Bodyshop Awards & Expo 2026 on 14-15 October at The Belfry Hotel & Resort near Birmingham.
URL:https://www.bodyshopmag.com/events-diary/nominations-close-for-bodyshop-awards-30-under-30-2026/
LOCATION:Online Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bodyshop Magazine":MAILTO:info@bodyshopmag.com
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SUMMARY:NWVA DEBRA UK Charity Match
DESCRIPTION:Organised by Nationwide Vehicle Assistance Group and this year featuring the NWVA Legends facing off against an Industry United FC team under the guidance of coach Martyn Rowley from the NBRA\, this charity match will be played at London Stadium\, home of NWVA-sponsored West Ham United. Funds raised will go towards DEBRA UK and you can contribute by clicking this JustGiving link. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.bodyshopmag.com/events-diary/nwva-debra-uk-charity-match/
LOCATION:London Stadium\, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park\, Stratford\, London\, E20 2ST\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:General Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Nationwide Vehicle Assistance (NWVA)":MAILTO:info@nwva.co.uk
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