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This course is designed to introduce all aspects of project management to transportation practitioners and to provide fundamental knowledge to project management practice. It teaches people skills rather than a methodology such as PRINCE, Projects or Agile. You will understand the importance of human capability in project management to leverage processes and methodologies and in getting the best out of everyone involved in the project for a successful delivery including the project manager.

Pre-course questionnaires will be completed by participants and the course is tailored to reflect their requirements.

Programme and Booking Form 

Full programme here

Course Fees

Standard Fee: £385 

CILT Member/ Local Authority/ Charity Fee: £365 

Booking

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When: 05 February 2025, 19:00 - 20:30
Where: University of Kent Business School, Sibson building, Parkwood Road, Canterbury and on Zoom
Speaker: Doug Bannister , Chief Executive, Port of Dover

Ports are capital intense infrastructure businesses, where decisions made today will have consequences for decades. Each year billions are invested into ports around the world, and ports must evaluate a vast array  of considerations when determining their current and future investments. This talk will explore the process, results and considerations that the Port of Dover recently undertook in developing their Port 2050 master plan.

NB Joint Meeting with the University of Kent, Kent Business School Centre for Logistics and Heuristic Optimisation


Booking for Members & Non-Members -FREE

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Competencies:

• SC1.1 Supply Chain Networks, Design and Optimisation
• FM1.1 Freight Transport Operations and Services
• FM2.3 Local, National and International Distribution Networks

When: 11 February 2025, 17:30 - 19:00
Where: Zoom Meeting
Speaker: Roger French OBE DL MA FCILT

Everybody wants to see public transport better “integrated” but what is the current state of play between the two biggest modes of travel - bus and train - and how much more can realistically be achieved? Roger French will set out examples of best practice in joint ticketing as well as timetable coordination from across Britain to see what lessons can be learnt and where other schemes could be introduced to encourage more passengers.

Booking for Members-FREE
To book scroll to the bottom of this page, tick the T & C's box and click Book on event, if you have any difficulties email us at regions@ciltuk.org.uk quoting event code: SER0376 with your Full name, title and company and we will book your place for you.

Booking for Non Members - £5.00 inc. VAT
To book scroll to the bottom of this page, tick the T & C's box and click Book on event, if you have any difficulties email us at regions@ciltuk.org.uk quoting event code: SER0376 with your Full name, title and company and we will book your place for you.

Note: If you are not a current Member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, please be aware our membership team may be in touch with you using your email address provided regards membership opportunities. If you do not wish to be contacted please email and let us know at regions@ciltuk.org.uk


Competencies:

• PAS1.2 Modes, Modal Choice and Transport Integration

High quality public transport is an essential part of the toolkit  to tackle traffic congestion, pollution related deaths and other adverse side effects of cities’ and towns’ dependence on the car. However, with deregulated provision, such as the bus market in the UK, Public Transport service planners & operators face a range of financial operations & social challenges to developing and providing affective public transport services.

This two-day course provides a practical guide to operations planning, improved scheduling, market forecasting and economic appraisal methods for the development of bus and tram services.

Course Leaflet

For more information, please email info@ptrc-training.co.uk

Course Fees

Standard Fee: £525 

CILT & TPS Member/Local Authority/ Charity Fee: £475 

Booking

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This course will provide a comprehensive grounding in the latest business case appraisal approaches for transport projects. It will introduce the five cases that make up a transport business case: the Strategic, Economic, Commercial, Financial and Management Cases. It will highlight current guidance in WebTAG and HM Treasury’s “Green Book” on Appraisal and Evaluation and provide an understanding of the key concepts used in appraisal.

Following an overview of the entire scheme appraisal process on day one, the second day will focus on the economic case and the principles, tools and techniques used in economic appraisal, including cost-benefit analysis, discounting and presentation of results. The course will be delivered through a combination of presentations and workshops.

Programme and Booking Form

Full programme here

Course Fees

Standard Fee: £545 

CILT Member/ Local Authority/ Charity Fee: £495 

Booking

Click book now to pay online by card or return a completed booking form to the Events Team at info@ptrc-training.co.uk.

When: 19 February 2025, 19:30 - 20:30
Where: Greyfriars Centre, Friar Street, Reading RG1 1EH
Speaker: Michael Tetteh Ofoe-Osabutey, CILT(UK) 35 Under 35

In this presentation Michael will explore the trans-formative impact of autonomous drone delivery within the supply chain
industry.

Drawing from his experience and recent advancements in the field, he will discuss how drone technology is revolutionising
last-mile delivery, enhancing efficiency, and reducing costs. He will delve into the technological innovations, regulatory
challenges, and potential future developments that promise to redefine logistics and supply chain management.

Michael's journey from real estate and facilities management to being recognised in the ‘35 Under 35’ will provide context
on the evolving career landscape and the importance of adaptability and innovation. Attendees will gain insights into the practical applications of drone delivery and the strategic considerations for integrating this technology into their operations.

As usual with Thames Valley Group events, afterwards attendees are warmly invited to continue discussions and
networking at a public house near the venue.

To book: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ciltuk-the-future-is-here-autonomous-drone-delivery-hybrid-event-tickets-1118820976659?aff=oddtdtcreator

Note: If you are not a current Member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, please be aware our membership team may be in touch with you using your email address provided regards membership opportunities. If you do not wish to be contacted please email and let us know at regions@ciltuk.org.uk

Competencies;

• SC1.3 Distribution
• DT2.1 Technology, Automation and Innovation
• FM1.2 Urban Freight Transport Operations

When: 19 February 2025, 19:30 - 20:30
Where: Zoom Webinar
Speaker: Michael Tetteh Ofoe-Osabutey, CILT(UK) 35 Under 35

In this presentation Michael will explore the trans-formative impact of autonomous drone delivery within the supply chain
industry.

Drawing from his experience and recent advancements in the field, he will discuss how drone technology is revolutionising
last-mile delivery, enhancing efficiency, and reducing costs. He will delve into the technological innovations, regulatory
challenges, and potential future developments that promise to redefine logistics and supply chain management.

Michael's journey from real estate and facilities management to being recognised in the ‘35 Under 35’ will provide context
on the evolving career landscape and the importance of adaptability and innovation. Attendees will gain insights into the practical applications of drone delivery and the strategic considerations for integrating this technology into their operations.


To book: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ciltuk-the-future-is-here-autonomous-drone-delivery-hybrid-event-tickets-1118820976659?aff=oddtdtcreator

Note: If you are not a current Member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, please be aware our membership team may be in touch with you using your email address provided regards membership opportunities. If you do not wish to be contacted please email and let us know at regions@ciltuk.org.uk

Competencies;

• SC1.3 Distribution
• DT2.1 Technology, Automation and Innovation
• FM1.2 Urban Freight Transport Operations

When: 20 February 2025, 15:00 - 17:00
Where: The National Robotarium, Heriot-Watt University, Boundary Road North, Third Gait, Edinburgh  EH14 4AS
Speaker: Lisa Farrell, Heriot-Watt University

The UK’s centre for artificial intelligence, located on Heriot-Watt University’s Edinburgh campus, creates innovative solutions to global challenges, working directly with industry to test and develop robotic, AI and automated technologies and rapidly move pioneering research from lab to market. The centre fosters the teaching and development of the next generation of roboticists, producing highly-skilled graduates who are trained to conduct world-leading research with a market focus, and developing programmes to equip the current and future workforce with robotics, data and programming skills. It also delivers incubation and business acceleration support for start-up technology companies, providing them with access to labs, office space, equipment, and engineering expertise to develop their ideas, attract inward investment, and shape the future of robotics.
 
The National Robotarium is a Data-Driven Innovation hub, funded in partnership with The University of Edinburgh as part of the £1.5bn Edinburgh and South-East Scotland City Region Deal, which is supported with £300m funding from the UK Government and £300m funding from the Scottish Government.


Lisa Farrell and colleagues will explain how robotic, AI and automated technologies can be applied to sectors including not only logistics but also agriculture and social care where they can address labour shortages. 

To book click the link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1142413392209?aff=oddtdtcreator

Note: If you are not a current Member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, please be aware our membership team may be in touch with you using your email address provided regards membership opportunities. If you do not wish to be contacted please email and let us know at regions@ciltuk.org.uk

Regards

Communities Team

When: 24 February 2025, 18:00 - 19:00 
Where: Zoom Meeting
Speaker: Greig MacKay, Director for Scotland, Bus Users UK

They work to make public transport inclusive and accessible, promote high standards of transport planning and delivery, raise awareness of the effects of transport poverty on loneliness, isolation and social exclusion and resolve passenger complaints and improve services. 

They are a charity registered in England and Wales (1178677) and in Scotland (SC049144), an approved Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Body for bus and coach passengers, the nominated body for dealing with complaints under the Passenger Rights Regulation, a member of the Sustainable Transport Alliance and a Company Limited by Guarantee (04635458)

Greig will tell us more about their Scottish activities, including that during September’s 2024 Catch the Bus Month  local councils, regional transport partnerships and local groups all played a key role : Perth and Kinross Council got involved with their offer of free bus travel on the first Saturday of each month; a bus group in Prestonpans decorated a bus stop, raising awareness of local bus services; Lothian Buses held a hugely successful Doors Open Day; Sestrans highlighted CTBM on their RTPI screens; Bus Users met with SPT’s board members at Buchanan Bus Station to celebrate the campaign; and Xplore Dundee ran a number of successful events.

Booking for Members-FREE


Booking for Non Members - £5.00 inc. VAT

To book click here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1118931065939?aff=oddtdtcreator

Note: If you are not a current Member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, please be aware our membership team may be in touch with you using your email address provided regards membership opportunities. If you do not wish to be contacted please email and let us know at regions@ciltuk.org.uk


Competency:
PAS2.3 Access and Inclusion through Transport.


Kind regards

Communities Team

When: 26th February, 13:00 - 14:15

Where: Zoom Webinar

Speakers:

• Darren Twiselton – Global Logistics Director for ZigZag
• Dr Erica Ballantyne – Senior Lecturer, University of Sheffield

This webinar will give you the opportunity to hear the latest research in the field of retail returns. The event will include 2 speakers:

Darren Twiselton – Global Logistics Director for ZigZag. Darren will share some of the findings from the company’s latest work into understanding the cost of Serial Returners.

This research is a first of its kind, providing in-depth insights into the behaviours and impacts of serial returners, on retailers, consumers and the planet.

Dr Erica Ballantyne – Senior Lecturer, University of Sheffield. Erica will talk about some of the issues facing retailers in terms of sustainable returns.

Note: If you are not a current Member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, please be aware our membership team may be in touch with you using your email address provided regards membership opportunities. If you do not wish to be contacted please email and let us know at forums@ciltuk.org.uk

Note: PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT WILL BE VETTED BY THE HOST

To book click here to be directed to eventbrite.

• SC1.1 Supply Chain Networks, Design and Optimisation
• LE2.1 Customer Service and Relationship Management
• SUS1.1 Social, Economic and Environmental Resilience