SMMT UK Logistics Forum

 Driving initiatives  Developing collaboration  Establishing standards  Responding to legislation

What is it? UKLF is a quarterly meeting attended by major vehicle manufacturers, tier 1 suppliers and automotive logistics service providers.

The forum has been designed to

 Coordinate industry collaboration  Respond to UK and European legislation  Discuss common issues and solutions  Drive initiatives in logistics and supply chain efficiency

Who attends? The group is for SMMT members, but also brings in experts and relevant organisations to present and discuss issues. Non-members can sample meetings upon request.

Recent attendees include:

Manufacturers: , BMW , Calsonic Kansei, Caterpillar, Covpress, Delphi, Ford Europe, General Motors, Honda UK, Jaguar , Leyland , McLaren, Nifco, Nissan UK, Toyota Motor Europe,

Service providers: CEVA Logistics, DB Schenker, DHL, GEFCO, Logistics, Yusen Logistics

Contact: Rob Morbin | Member Relations Manager E-mail: [email protected] | T: 020 7344 9265 | M: 07530613340

What topics are discussed?

Principle areas of discussion include Supply Chain Management and e-Business communications.

Current topics of interest include but are not limited to:

 Dover/ Calais transport issues  Tracking and traceability and solutions methods  Transport optimisation  Load security  Driver shortage and necessary  OEM trends/ benchmarking industry action/ solutions  Green logistics  Modal shift and rail freight  Packaging and labelling management

Networking

Business Updates on Opportunities policy and legislation

Why attend Industry UKLF? Share Collaboration ideas and insights

Pan Expertise European on trends Projects

All content is determined by demand from group members. Meetings are held at different member locations around the country.

Contact: Rob Morbin | Member Relations Manager E-mail: [email protected] | T: 020 7344 9265 | M: 07530613340