Bringing together professionals from both sectors to consider best practice around effective vehicle specification and how to build a robust
When: 15th April 2026, 09:30 - 12:30
Where: Fruehauf, Invicta Works, Houghton Rd, Grantham NG31 6JB
Speakers:
John Henderson, Former Chair – CILT East Midlands
Sam Bayham, Founder, Conex Portal
David Lewington, Head of Sales, Fruehauf
Grahame Neagus, Head of LCV and Municipal for UK & Ireland, Renault Trucks UK
Jamie Hedgecox - Regional Manager, Europa Worldwide Group
Logistics and manufacturing closely link to support a successful economy. Logistics operators focus on providing the most cost effective and responsive solutions for their customers, many of whom are manufacturers. Therefore, the steps to specify the right type of vehicle are crucial to these solutions. Manufacturers seek more customers for their products, and many are tempted to look overseas for additional markets. Making sure they have insight and knowledge as to what to consider when exporting determines how successful this can be.
In light of this The CILT East Midlands and Conex Portal, a leading member only manufacturing growth network are hosting an East Midlands Logistics and Manufacturing Event, bringing together professionals from both sectors to consider best practice around effective vehicle specification and how to build a robust export supply chain. Expertly hosted by Fruehauf trailers, Grantham. An iconic name for UK haulage operators and a shining example of UK Manufacturing in the East Midlands.
Thanks to the Fruehauf team there is an exclusive opportunity to tour this impressive 570k sq ft factory, with over 100 years of history. The plant produces 42% of bulk tipping trailers sold in the UK & Ireland. Over 95% of their products are engineered and manufactured in Grantham making Fruehauf a true “Made in the UK” company.