Partnerships Day
An action-packed day specifically for those with an active partnership. Features panel sessions, roundtable discussions and keynote speakers on hot topics from transport, logistics and supply chain world.
Date: 14 May 2026
Location: National Space Centre, Leicester
Who is it for?
Invite-only event. Reserved for organisations with an active Partnership with CILT(UK).
Why should you attend?
The event supports learning, networking, thought-leadership and associated CPD.
For more information on parternships and how to secure your place at Partnershis Day, email partnerships@ciltuk.org.uk
Agenda
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08:30 AM - 09:15 AM
Arrival and Registration
09:15 AM - 09:35 AM
Insight Session: What great partnership culture looks like
Erin Meehan, CILT(UK)
This session draws on insight gathered from CILT Company Partners ahead of the event, exploring what great partnership culture looks like across logistics, transport and supply chain. We will share the key themes, strengths and opportunities identified through partner feedback, highlight emerging best practice, and introduce the five traits of high‑performing partnership relationships shaping CILT’s 2026–27 Partnership Framework. A short interactive poll will invite attendees to reflect on their organisation’s partnership strengths, setting a collaborative tone for the day.
09:35 AM - 10:05 AM
Building a Culture of Collaboration
John Manners - Bell, CEO Transport Intelligence Ltd
Exploring how collaboration underpins innovation and sector success
10:05 AM - 10:40 AM
Panel Discussion: Driving Innovation Through Collaboration
Dan Smith, Aegis energy, Sam Hoyland, VEV, John Trenchard, DP World
How partnerships accelerate technology adoption and sustainability
10:40 AM - 11:05 AM
Refreshment Break
11:10 AM - 11:35 AM
Leadership Insight: Journey to the Top
Vice Admiral Andy Kyte CB Chief of Defence Logistics
Leading through Culture and Change
11:35 AM - 11:45 AM
Address from HRH The Princess Royal
11:50 AM - 12:25 PM
Panel Discussion: Managing Change Successfully
Shaun Bye, Carlsberg Britvic, Nik Pamplin, Hatmill, Chris Hyde, GXO
Change is a constant across logistics, supply chains and partnerships — but success depends on how people experience it. This panel brings together leaders from retail, logistics and solutions providers to explore how organisations can adapt, stay resilient and bring their people with them through periods of transformation
12:25 PM - 01:25 PM
Lunch & Networking
01:25 PM - 01:45 PM
Keynote - Whistl
David Twiddle, Operations Director Whistl
01:45 PM - 02:10 PM
Co-Creating Collaboration
Shaun Fardy, CILT(UK) , Barbara Begg, NHS
02:10 PM - 02:45 PM
Local Authority & Transport Perspectives
Patrick Stringer, Stagecoach, Edwin Swaris, West Northants, Anna Malone, Liverpool Regional Authority , Ian Achurch, North Northants
02:45 PM - 03:20 PM
Masterclass: Professionalising the Profession – Standards & Qualifications
Standards, Qualifications & Partnership Excellence How CILT is setting and raising sector standards What “professionalisation” practically means for partners How partnership programmes link to workforce capability & accreditation Best practice examples from partners
03:30 PM
Event Close
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