Brexit: UK Auto, Rail & Aerospace - Understanding Logistics & Supply Chain

You are here

Wednesday, 29 January, 2020 - 09:00 to 12:00

Brexit: UK Auto, Rail & Aerospace - Understanding Logistics & Supply Chain

Organiser

Our event will be of particular interest to those who work in manufacturing, regional transport and infrastructure policy.

About this Event

*Due to circumstances, the date of this event has changed from Thursday 9th January to Wednesday 29th January, 9am-12pm.

Our Brexit events have returned for 2020, offering attendees the opportunity to discuss Brexit and how it will impact them and their industry, as well as the chance to network with other business professionals, and enjoy breakfast and refreshments before starting the working day.

Brexit raises the possibility of severe disruption to manufacturing supply chains and logistics in the West Midlands, and elsewhere in the UK.

The Centre for Brexit Studies at Birmingham City University, supported by the West Midlands Combined Authority, has undertaken a supply chain mapping exercise and Brexit exposure check on the transport manufacturing sector, including Auto, Rail and Aerospace in the Region.

Reporting on the findings of a survey with over 200 firms, this event will articulate the exposure of the sector to the dependence on particular firms (eg, JLR) and logistic implications for disruption at ports and the Eurotunnel.

This event will be of particular interest to those who work in manufacturing, regional transport and infrastructure policy - including academics and journalists working in the field - and those tasked with preparing for Brexit in their workplace.

We are also delighted to be launching our new Bite-Size Brexit Book ‘Carmageddon?’ at the event! The book looks at the manufacturing industry at the heart of the issues around Brexit, with the industry’s sophisticated just in time and other major logistical challenges.

The book, edited by Professor David Bailey, Professor Alex De Ruyter, Neil Fowler and John Mair, brings together a wide spectrum of industry experts and world-renowned auto industry figures, providing a real perspective on Brexit at the raw edge. Contributors include leading auto analysts, top automotive journalists, politicians and academics.

Join us on Wednesday 29th January, 9am-12pm, for an insightful and interesting discussion. The panel will be hosted by Professor Alex de Ruyter, Director at the Centre for Brexit Studies, with input from research team members followed by Q&A from the audience.

A wide selection of breakfast options alongside refreshments will be available for you to enjoy at the event.

Share your thoughts on social media with the hashtag: #CBSTransport

Project team members include:

Professor Alex de Ruyter – Director at Centre for Brexit Studies, Birmingham City University

Professor David Bailey - Professor of Business Economics at Birmingham Business School at University of Birmingham, Visiting Professor at Centre for Brexit Studies and Senior Fellow at UK in a Changing Europe.

Ian Henry - Owner and Managing Director of AutoAnalysis and Visiting Professor at the Centre for Brexit Studies.

Rachel Eade MBE – Transport Manufacturing Specialist and Supply Chain Lead at Birmingham Centre for Rail Research and Education at University of Birmingham.

David Hearne – Researcher at the Centre for Brexit Studies.

Di Li - Lecturer in Supply Chain Management at Birmingham City Business School and Senior Fellow at the Centre for Brexit Studies.

Dr Shishank Shishank - Senior Lecturer in Operations Management at Birmingham City Business School.

Please note: By registering to this event, we may use your data to invite you to future Centre for Brexit Studies events.

Type of Event: 

Request your place

Book via Eventbrite
 

 

Made Smarter WM

Made Smarter is a national movement to drive growth amongst UK makers and advance the UK economy. Backed by world renowned businesses and the UK government, it will improve the development and adoption of emerging technologies. Making a real, everyday difference to people from the boardroom to the factory floor.

Find Out More

 

 

Looking for work, or have vacancies to fill?

 

CW Employment Solutions offers a service for job seekers and employers, recruiters and education leavers, to connect, find jobs, post vacancies and access the wealth of support measures that have been implemented across the region.

Click Here to Find out More

Client testimonials

Without the Growth Hubs help and assistance, we would never have been able to increase our sales & output and also grow our local business. With this help in purchasing new equipment we have expanded our operations and gained a new and increased customer base.

Nuneaton Roof Truss,

Over the past few years, Armstrongs has built up a fantastic relationship with Gary Thyeson from the Growth Hub. His advice on grants and funding has been really valuable to both Armstrongs and some of our clients. His knowledge of local business support has been helpful in signposting us to relevant support agencies as required. We look forward to working with Laura Delahunty moving forwards.

Armstrongs Accountancy LTD,

In the short time since first engaging with the Warwickshire Growth Hub we feel that Laura has understood our vision and has been so very supportive in linking us to the specialist teams who are now supporting us with training, finance and recruitment. A great service that every growing organisation should connect with

MES Systems Limited,

I have had an excellent experience working with Laura from the Growth Hub, from day one, she was taking detailed attention to my concerns and ideas. She was able to put me in contact with different organisations and people to find out answers to my questions and help me to solve some inquiries I was having. I feel this support definitely had a positive impact in my plans. 

 

PALACIOS LTD,

It’s been a fantastic inaugural eight months for the TalentTech Recruitment team and, although the reality of setting up and running a company can be a somewhat daunting experience, we have been extremely grateful for the superb help, advice and guidance given to us along our journey by Gavin Barnett and the team at CW Growth Hub. Gavin’s introductions to both Warwick & Coventry Universities and his wider business network have been absolutely invaluable.

TalentTech Recruitment LTD,

For many individuals out there, it is very hard to figure out ways and know which direction to go when it comes to setting up a business. The challenges of taking your idea and bringing it to life and not knowing where to go and who to speak to for advice. it can get very frustrating..

King of Saffron LTD,

This grant [which we received with the help of the Growth Hub and Coventry City Council] will really help us get on track for business growth and succeed with our vision. Personally, I would also like to thank the team for supporting me through the grant application process. You have been very approachable and attentive throughout.

Exeter Analytical (UK) Limited,

Thank you for the comprehensive and professional guidance

Burbidge & Son Ltd,

Over the years since the Growth Hub was set up we have habitually gone to our Account Manager as a one-stop shop for all business-related information.  It has been a really convenient way of finding suppliers, advisors and, on one occasion, we even asked for assistance with finding customers.  We are invited to a wide range of business events including business development workshops, Brexit roundtable discussions, seminars on various topics and have also been asked to speak at some events.  When we have needed additional information, for example, finding finance sources or help with selecti

Marchantcain Design Limited,

Thanks to CW Growth hub getting us access to grant funding we have been able to invest in the latest computer monitoring system, which will enable us to compete with the national companies within our industry.

Comrie Leisure Limited,

GET IN TOUCH

About

Part of the Government-supported growth hub network