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October 25th 2023
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As consumers become increasingly aware of environmental issues and concerned
about how the products they buy are sourced, produced and packaged,
sustainability has risen up the corporate agenda. However, the definition of
sustainability is rapidly evolving to encompass the entire product lifecycle –
from raw materials sourcing to processing, to delivery to the retailer and the
ultimate consumer, and finally to disposal/recycling. The way consumers view
plastic has radically changed and will increase the use of recyclable and
bio-based packaging.

This more encompassing view of sustainability and the move towards a circular
economy will require greater collaboration between suppliers, manufacturers,
Governments, retailers and consumers.

Scottish companies across all industrial sectors are looking to reduce their
ecological footprints and are already pursuing sustainability strategies, from
ethical sourcing to responsible packaging, as a means of differentiating their
products in the eyes of consumers. Of course, the adoption of sustainability
practices can also lead to improving operational efficiency by reducing costs,
such as water and energy, and waste.

The Sustainability Summit, which is co-located at the Manufacturing & Supply
Chain Conference & Exhibition, being held at the SEC Glasgow on the 25th October
2023, will provide the opportunity to keep up-to-date with the latest trends,
innovations, best practice and new technological solutions. The Summit will
address areas such as optimising water usage, renewable energy, sustainable
packaging and waste minimisation, and moving towards a circular economy. It will
also highlight how the power of data and technology can be harnessed to achieve
more transparent supply chains.

SPEAKERS CONFIRMED

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NEIL GRAY

CABINET SECRETARY FOR WELLBEING ECONOMY, FAIR WORK AND ENERGY - SCOTTISH
GOVERNMENT

"SCOTLAND SUPPORTS MANUFACTURING"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Neil Gray was born and brought up in Orkney and was educated at Kirkwall Grammar
School. He graduated from the University of Stirling in 2008 with a first-class
Bachelor of Arts Honours degree in politics and journalism.

He was elected to represent Airdrie and Shotts Constituency at the 2021 Scottish
Parliament election.

He had previously won the Airdrie and Shotts Westminster seat in 2015 and held
it on two subsequent occasions before resigning to stand for the same area in
the 2021 Scottish Parliament election. Prior to becoming an MP, Mr Gray worked
for former Scottish Government Health Secretary Alex Neil MSP as his Airdrie and
Shotts constituency office manager.

Neil Gray was appointed Minister for Culture, Europe and International
Development in January 2022. In March 2022 he additionally became Minister with
special responsibility for Refugees from Ukraine.





Manufacturing is essential to the future of the Scottish economy. The Scottish
Government wants a strong manufacturing sector to drive future prosperity.
Recognising this, the Scottish Government has wholeheartedly backed the sector,
providing significant investment to enhance its prospects of success. The
Cabinet Secretary will set out why he believes this sector is critical to the
wider delivery of the Scottish Government’s National Strategy for Economic
Transformation and why new market opportunities are so critical.


ALAN ARTHUR

CEO - GTMA

"MODULAR - A MANUFACTURING OPPORTUNITY"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Picking up the challenging role of CEO of the GTMA in 2022, Dr Alan Arthur has
continued to grow the GTMA membership and identify new industrial sectors with
opportunities for manufacturers. Alan is a Chartered Engineer, embracing a range
of technical disciplines across manufacturing, mechanical, and civil
engineering. Over 40 years Alan has worked on a wide range of products and
services, with international experience in project delivery and supply chain
management. He is an experienced tutor and mentor and has previously worked with
other manufacturing trade associations.





The adoption of modular construction techniques has blurred the line between the
construction and manufacturing disciplines. There are opportunities in this
technology sector for manufacturers to become suppliers of products and services
to major national and global companies including Rolls Royce.


KAREN STEWART

DIRECTOR - NINE TWENTY MANUFACTURING & ENGINEERING

"THE WAR ON TALENT"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Karen Stewart is Managing Director of Nine Twenty Engineering & Manufacturing
and has a wealth of experience in supporting the manufacturing community across
Scotland and the UK. She has built a team of specialist recruiters who can offer
support around people strategies

Where Karen truly excels is the size of network she has built across industry,
education and Governing and membership bodies which enables her to pull together
alternative solutions to help businesses she works with. Her give back to
industry and passion to see the Manufacturing sector excel has seen her work on
initiatives around STEM Education, Diversity and how to develop and upskill our
workforce to be ready for Industry 4.

A board member of CeeD and a Trustee of SmartSTEMs, Karen is seen as an enabler
who can make things happen.

A passionate people leader who enjoys building diverse and successful teams for
her own business, as well as others and enjoys coaching and mentoring others in
industry.





Discussing talent shortages in the manufacturing sector and offering companies
some practical hints and tips to help them think differently.


KENNY WATSON

AUTOMATION SALES MANAGER - LINDE ROBOTICS, LINDE MATERIAL HANDLING

"AUTOMATION – CAN YOU AFFORD NOT TO?"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Kenny has over 25 years experience in automation design, implementation, and
operation. Together with his team at Linde Material Handling (UK), they work
with companies developing solutions to ensure a reliable, consistent operation
whilst reducing labour costs and carbon-emissions through a range of automated
materials handling equipment.

Kenny is keen to share how companies can prepare for their automated journey
with examples of the types of processes the team have automated.





Kenny takes a look at what drives companies to automate and explores the issues
and myths around moving from a manual to an automated materials handling
operation.


EDWARD SWEENEY

PROFESSOR OF LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT - EDINBURGH BUSINESS SCHOOL,
HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY

"TACKLING SUPPLY CHAIN MEGA-CHALLENGES"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Ed Sweeney is Professor of Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Edinburgh
Business School, Heriot-Watt University. He is also the Deputy Executive Dean in
the University's School of Social Sciences.





This talk sets out some of the major strategic challenges - the
"mega-challenges" - facing supply chain professionals across a range of industry
sectors. It goes on to focus of the planning and implementation of sustainable
solutions to these challenges with a particular focus on effective technology
deployment and talent development.


BRYCE ALLCORN

GLOBAL OPERATIONS DIRECTOR - CONSORTIQ

"INTEGRATION OF UAS OPERATIONS INTO A CREWED AVIATION PROGRAM"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Bryce is the Head of Global Ops for Consortiq & developed UAS regulations for
NAA. procedures, policies, training programs (helping to develop the AUVSI TOP),
roadmaps within aviation/inspection divisions & sectors such as
SAR/Fire/Police/DoT/Chemical/Oil/Gas/Energy/utilities Pat is a qualified
crewed/UAS pilot in Canada/USA, he manages Enbridge Aviation UAS operations as
the SMS/QA/UAS Administror and developed the policies & processes involved in
the integration of UAS & crewed operations.





This presentation discusses the complexities of integrating UAS to operate
alongside crewed aircraft over hundreds of thousands of miles of pipeline and
critical infrastructure. Consortiq has worked with a major oil and gas company
that has a comprehensive crewed aviation program across the USA and Canada.
Highlighting lessons learned, audit requirements, safety requirements, training
requirements all designed to ensure the two types of aircraft never come into
conflict. Through experience in consulting, training and regular data capture to
support the high standards required in this sector and Bryce will discuss how
the program maintains a high standard of operations while keeping safety as
priority. Other service providers can follow this standard, balancing the need
for safety without becoming restrictive. Additionally, the speaker will discuss
the issues other clients have experienced when introducing a UAS data capture
program and ways to promote successful, safe integration of this fantastic
technology.Finally, this presentation will also highlight the reasons
organizations don't become approved operators and how serious organizations
should consider the need for this safety first approach, along with the simple
steps to becoming an approved operator along a complex critical network.


KIRSTY BARDEN

HEAD OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT - MDS

"UNLEASHING THE GEN Z MAGIC: REVOLUTIONIZING LOGISTICS AND MANUFACTURING!"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Kirsty Barden brings 15 years of experience in the food and fresh produce
industry and a passion for education and professional development. As the Head
of Business Development at Management Development Services (MDS), she leads the
acquisition of talented new trainees and manages relationships with key industry
partners. With a wealth of experience and a strong track record of success,
Kirsty has been key to growing MDS’ annual intake from 20 to over 60 trainees.
Kirsty has been instrumental in increasing trainee and member numbers by 100%+
during her tenure, leading a redesign of the recruitment process to increase the
programme’s appeal to diverse candidates. She spearheads the company’s trainee
and member engagement efforts, regularly addressing audiences at universities,
careers fairs and industry forums to promote the MDS programme and build a
pipeline of talent aligned with the needs of the industry.





MDS will be giving a unique insight in to the benefits of looking towards the
new generations when planning you leadership pipeline. Whilst bringing great
opportunities into your business there are also challenges to overcome. They
will be giving realistic solutions to these challenges as well as a guide to how
you can attract your future talent.


DR ERIC BOINARD

NET ZERO SUPPORT PROJECT LEAD - SCOTTISH ENGINEERING

"WHAT IS NET ZERO: AN OPPORTUNITY"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Eric Boinard has a versatile professional background, based on three decades of
expertise in innovation, product development, compliance, quality and
regulations. He has worked in various sectors, including Oil & Gas, Packaging,
Food & Drink and Fashion, delivering cutting-edge products.
Driven by a keen interest in purpose-driven business and sustainability, Eric
Boinard has welcomed the role of spearheading the Net Zero initiative for
Scottish Engineering, underscoring his commitment to fostering a positive
legacy. By guiding SMEs in Scotland and beyond on their journey to Net Zero, he
seizes a unique opportunity to contribute to a greener future.





In today's rapidly evolving landscape, the pursuit of Net Zero has become a
paramount endeavour for organisations worldwide. To navigate this complex
journey effectively, a holistic and lean approach is essential. This talk
presents a comprehensive 7-step process that combines agility and efficiency to
drive sustainable transformation. The 7-step process offers a structured yet
flexible framework that enables organisations to proactively address challenges,
seize opportunities and continually refine their sustainability initiatives. The
talk goes beyond theory by introducing a tangible program based on insights from
1-2-1 conversations with over xxx organisations and is designed to guide
organisations through their Net Zero transformation. This programme integrates
one-to-one guidance and collaborative sessions to ensure that each
organisation's unique needs and goals are addressed. This talk underscores the
urgency of Net Zero, outlines a holistic and lean 7-step process, and provides
actionable insights. By embracing a programme that combines guidance, agility
and a lean process, organisations can effectively steer their Net Zero journey
towards lasting success.


NIGEL CLARKE

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR - BAKER TILLY DIGITAL

"BALANCING GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING FEATURES WITH MODERN, SCALABLE ERP
CAPABILITIES"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Nigel Clarke currently serves as the Business Development Director at Baker
Tilly Digital, a global consulting firm helping organizations with their digital
transformation goals. Nigel brings years of Enterprise Software experience and
works to guide organizations through the complexities of digital disruptions to
drive successful change.





What capabilities do defense manufacturers need from their business systems to
meet the challenges being faced today? Defense manufacturers have been experts
in the circular economy for years. After a product is made, repairs,
remanufacturing, modifications, updates or complete repurposing or recycling are
common processes, but they require software that can manage all of those
operations. There’s a huge requirement for functional options that can provide
reporting requirements and contractual management, as well as robust
traceability throughout a product's lifecycle. Baker Tilly will walk through the
capabilities of an ERP system designed specifically for the defense industry.


DR. JAMES CROSBY

HEAD OF SUSTAINABILITY - ADVANTAGE UTILITIES

"ONSITE GENERATION AND EFFICIENCY – THE ECONOMICALLY FRUITFUL PATHWAY TO
NET-ZERO"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Dr. James Crosby is Head of Sustainability at Advantage Utilities. With a Ph.D
in Geochemistry, Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences from the University
of Cambridge, Dr. Crosby now offers business support to a range of companies who
are looking to achieve net-zero and manage their energy cost through sustainable
energy solutions.





Businesses across the UK currently face some of the greatest challenges in their
history – managing high energy costs and transitioning to net-zero emissions.
Currently, the vast majority of business operations are powered by energy
dominantly supplied from the grid. This supply has been at record high levels
and remains a highly pollutive source of consumption. Here, Dr James Crosby
outlines how business can integrate two key philosophies as cornerstones of
their transition to net zero and decreasing their energy costs. a. The greenest
form of energy generation is the most affordable method of consumption – this
relates to onsite generation. b. The cheapest and greenest form of energy is
that which is not consumed at all – this relates to onsite efficiency


CRAIG ELDER

MANAGING DIRECTOR - UTILI-TAY

"THE GREATEST STORY NEVER TOLD"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Craig Elder is the Managing Director at Utili-Tay based in Dundee and has over
10 years' experience in the utilities sector. Driven by market trends and client
need he has over the last 18 months repositioned Utili-Tay to become a Green
Tech solution company, a perfect complement to our brokerage service.





"How can you know where you need to get to, if you don’t know where you are now?
Real-time energy monitoring & targeting is the critical first step towards a Net
Zero company. A step every company will have to take at some stage, join us to
learn more about ""Waste Energy"" and how automation and data are being used
hand in hand to deliver a reduction in energy consumption across multiple
sectors. "


DAVID ELSON

HEAD OF MATERIALS AND MANUFACTURING - INNOVATE UK

"REIMAGINING MANUFACTURING – A FORWARD LOOK TOWARDS RESILIENT SUPPLY CHAINS"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



David Elson is the Head of Materials and Manufacturing at Innovate UK, the UK’s
innovation agency. He leads an experienced team of specialists focused on
supporting UK companies to innovate to ensure a thriving, resilient and net zero
industry. In addition, the team sponsors the High Value Manufacturing Catapult
to support companies to design, develop and deliver innovation. The work of the
team is focused on delivering materials and manufacturing vision 2050Further
detail on Innovate UK’s work with the sector can be accessed in the
Manufacturing and Materials Review. Prior to joining Innovate UK, David was a
practising Naval Architect with extensive experience in design offices,
shipyards and supply chains both in the UK and overseas. He is a Chartered
Engineer and Fellow of the Royal Institution of Naval Architects with a track
record of success managing all stages of varied technology projects.





Innovate UK has published a Materials and Manufacturing Vision 2050 report. This
vision aims to take a comprehensive look at the role that UK materials and
manufacturing should have within our economy and society in a strongly net zero
focused world. This talk will provide more information on the vision focusing on
a future look towards resilient, robust, cooperative and symbiotic supply
chains.


LISA GALLAGHER

CO-FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR - FLEXIBILITY WORKS

"HOW YOU (REALLY CAN) CREATE FLEXIBLE WORKING IN MANUFACTURING ROLES"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Lisa Gallagher is Co-Founder and Director of Flexibility Works- a social
business dedicated to supporting employers to create flexible workplaces in
Scotland. She is one of Scotland’s leading experts in flexible working and is a
media commentator and public speaker on the topic. Lisa been the Director of
third sector and private sector organisations including INSP- International
Network of Street Papers and activpayroll. Lisa is also a Saltire Fellow for
Entrepreneurship and has served on the boards of The Homeless World Cup, Impact
Arts and the Network of International Development Organisations. She has three
young boys who keep her busy.





Would you like to give staff more flexibility but can’t fathom how when roles
are tied to a set location and specific manufacturing timeframes? We’re
Scotland’s leading experts in flexible working and together with CeeD (Centre
for Education, Engineering and Development) we’ve been sharing examples from
manufacturing firms that have introduced greater flexibility and found benefits
for their people and their business. Whether it’s annualised hours so staff work
more when there’s greater pressure on the production line, more part time roles
to retain knowledgeable older staff and avoid skills shortages, or tweaking
shift patterns and working hours to better suit people’s lives without impacting
productivity, we can give you real stories from real businesses. We’ll back this
up with data insights from our ongoing research with 500 frontline workers, and
our annual studies of more than 1,000 Scottish workers and 250 business leaders,
to give you practical tips and take-aways on how to make the case for greater
flexible working in your organisation, and begin exploring what it could look
like.


ED GARDYNE

MANAGING DIRECTOR - SAFEWELL SOLUTIONS LTD

"BREAKING BARRIERS IN THE DEFENCE SECTOR – SAFEWELL BESPOKE INNOVATION"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Ed founded Safewell Solutions Ltd in 2005. Within this time, Ed has built the
company up and formed a strong and close knit team. Ed is a Chartered Engineer
and he has a wide range of industrial experience including design, project
engineering, technical sales, business development and management skills.
Safewell Solutions Ltd is a leading authority in providing unique risk
management solutions. Safewell provides a range of products and knowledge-based
services within the breathable and process compressed air supply business and we
also assist our clientele globally on the management of functional safety and
automated systems used in safety critical applications such as Commercial
Diving. The Safewell team is made up of talented individuals with over 30 years
of experience headed by Managing Director Ed, Gardyne. Safewell complies with
all relevant safety legislation and are members of the Shell and DSVi Safety
Assurance Teams (Safety of Dive Vessels). Working relationships have been built
through our trusted and progressive products, as well as focus on the training,
implementation and maintenance of safety processes. With an overriding objective
to educate, create awareness, promote understanding and encourage a
comprehensive view of safety procedures, Safewell facilitates correct, compliant
and efficient working processes to keep workers safe.
Common Packages;
Compressed Breathing & Process Air Purification Equipment (Compressors, Dryers,
Receivers, Servicing & Spares)
Compressed Air Testing Equipment (BS EN 12021:2014 Analysis, ISO 8573-1:2010
Analysis, Mass Spectrometry & Gas Analysis, Microbial Analysis)
Compressed Breathing & Process Air Training (Onsite at Safewell HQ and client
premises globally)
Calibration of Air Testing Analysers & Ancillary Equipment
Industrial automation (Assurance and Auditing & Safe Automation Design)





Sharing our story and development of products for clients in the deference
sector such as BAE Systems Aerospace, BAE Systems Marine and Babcock. Story of a
smaller firm dealing directly with the big players, satisfying demands,
remaining flexible whilst meeting business demands. An update on current defence
sector innovations and addressing scalability.


JIM GRAY

VICE PRESIDENT, EASTERN HEMISPHERE - CHECK-6 INC.

"WHAT IS HUMAN PERFORMANCE AND WHY DOES IT MATTER?"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Check-6 is a veteran owned, veteran operated, Human Performance Consulting
Company. We partner with organisations to align their Leadership, Processes, and
Team Behaviours / Culture.
Jim has 31 years’ experience across the Leadership Continuum: learning to lead,
leading, leading leaders, and changing cultures. This began with 21 years as a
Royal Marines Commando where he retired as a Lieutenant Colonel.
Jim deployed worldwide, through multiple operations, and ended his military
career
as the UK Liaison Officer to the US Department of State. Upon retiring he
initially
managed a Somali counter-piracy program for a US based NGO.
Jim has been with Check-6, since 2014 and is currently the Vice President of
Eastern Hemisphere. He lives in Colorado with his American wife and three
children.
The lack of cricket and warm beer is just about compensated for by the abundant
skiing and fly fishing.
He is still learning to lead.





This interactive presentation will first look at High Consequence / High
Reliability Organizations and analyse what makes them different. Humans make
errors, this is an inescapable reality. But why? And how should we accept this
notion, trap the consequences, and learn and build on these mistakes. Elite
military teams have been developing the notion of Human Performance over
hundreds of years; steadily building resilience, accepting, and leading through
crisis, and developing processes to rapidly develop our people to precision.
They have made all the mistakes already. So how do we embrace and leverage our
people? People are the solution, not the problem.


MICHAEL GROVES

CEO - TOPOLYTICS

"WASTE IS A MATERIAL ISSUE"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Michael is a geographer with 30 years in corporate sustainability. He is founder
and CEO of Topolytics, whose WasteMap analytics platform is used by medium to
large companies to generate data driven insights from their complex waste supply
chains. WasteMap identifies efficiencies, validates compliance, measures impact
and informs ESG reporting.





Waste is moving from a cost of doing business to a 'material' issue, driven by
cost pressures, regulation, carbon targets and greater scrutiny of ESG data.
Mike will describe Topolytics' work with CeeD to identify ways in which
manufacturers can gain more insights on waste and recycling that can help them
to reduce cost and impact, while satisfying more stringent requirements on
reporting and disclosure.


ADRIAN HOWE

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - MOBILE INDUSTRIAL ROBOTS A/S

"FROM TASK TO BENEFIT"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Adrian Howe has been with for MiR for around 1 ½ years as the Business
Development Manager dedicated to the UK and Ireland market. This has given him
the privilege to work alongside a number of dedicated and forward-looking people
from different companies who are all looking for solutions to automate their
processes. He greatly enjoys taking the steps to help customers to explore
opportunities where they can take advantage of AMR technology and see the
benefits as soon as possible. He lives in North Yorkshire with his wife and
children and enjoys walks with his family. He also enjoys astronomy and coding
in his ’spare time’.





The steps involved in the process of deploying MiR robots successfully. This
includes: assessing the task existing solutions what is required for the best
deployment how to measure what you care about


CHRISTIAN LYTH

UK & IRELAND SALES MANAGER - ONROBOT

"AUTOMATION PAIN POINTS UNCOVERED: SOLUTIONS FOR A SEAMLESS FUTURE WITH D:PLOY"

Synopsis



Discover how D:PLOY will address YOUR pain points with innovative solutions.
Join us for an inspiring exploration that unlocks the true power of automation
and sets your businesses on a path to unparalleled success.


JILL MACBRYDE

PROFESSOR - STRATHCLYDE BUSINESS SCHOOL

"PERCEPTIONS OF MANUFACTURING - CHANGING THE CONVERSATION"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Jill MacBryde is Professor of Innovation and Operations Management at
Strathclyde University where she is also Director of the Hunter Centre for
Entrepreneurship. Jill is Co-Director of the ESRC Made Smarter “InterAct”
network, which aims to bring insights from the social sciences to support the
innovation and diffusion of digital technologies that will result in a stronger,
more resilient, manufacturing base.





This talk reports on work looking at the future of manufacturing work in a
digital age. The work is being conducted at Strathclyde University, funded by
UKRI and the InterAct Made Smarter Network. As part of this project the team
have recently conducted a survey in the UK into perceptions of manufacturing. We
engaged with over 2,000 people of working age. The good news is by far the
majority of people recognise the importance of manufacturing, but there is a
less positive picture when we asked them about their perceptions of
manufacturing work and whether they would recommend it as a career choice.


AMY MCDONALD

FOUNDER & CEO - HEADTORCH

"IS YOUR WORKPLACE MENTALLY FIT?"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



At Headtorch, we believe organisations thrive when individuals feel purposeful
and successful at work - when everyone can flourish. Amy McDonald, Founder &
CEO, expert in workplace mental health; background: theatre & education;
coaching; mediation. Angus Robinson, Executive Chairman, expert in workplace
mental health; background: medical, nuclear, engineering; manufacturing.





We’ll explore: + why now, more than ever, humanity needs to be at the centre of
your organisation + the impact of a mentally healthy culture versus an unhealthy
one + the science behind stress and performance + why we must act on the root
cause of stressors + the Integrated Approach Model - why organisations need to
promote, support and protect mental health & wellbeing + Manufacturing Case
Studies - understand the benefits + how to create a thriving, mentally fit
culture


LINDA MIDDLETON-JONES

MANAGING DIRECTOR - INTERNATIONAL TRADE MATTERS LTD

"LEAN INTO EXPORT"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Linda Middleton - Jones has over 25 years’ experience in international commerce
across manufacturing, nuclear and aviation sectors. Manufacturing Europe
recognised her as an Expert in Lean Manufacturing when she worked for the
Manufacturing Advisory Service. She has created Export House, an offer designed
to provide a foundation for international success.





Optimisation of resource, supply chain and approach are fundamental to
credibility through delivering Quality, Cost, and Delivery in the current
volatile and uncertain world: Approaching or consolidating new markets as a
growth strategy brings a whole new raft of challenges and risk. Understanding
the imperative to trading internationally: Capability – can you invest the
budget and time to approach new markets? Capacity - can you scale to match
demand? Competency– providing teams with the right skills Competitors – how to
find your competitive advantage Credibility – QCD, repeatability, Processes,
Value Stream Communications – Critical comms to maintain relationships and
orders Country – matching output and ambition to the best markets Compliance –
understanding obligations and risks Cost – understanding tariff reduction,
Incoterms and Origin Customers – segmentation, approach and voice of the
customer The 10 C’s above are based on reducing waste and improving productivity
– the tenets of Lean and the drive for Continuous Improvement.


RACHEL MILLOY

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR & MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY SENIOR ANALYST - RSM

Speaker Bio



Rachel Milloy is a research and development tax specialist within RSM UK’s
innovation reliefs practice, leading the Scottish innovation reliefs team. In
this role Rachel works with clients at the forefront of industrial innovation to
access R&D tax incentives. She supports clients across a range of manufacturing
subsectors including food and beverage, industrial manufacturing, automotive,
aerospace and defence, and chemicals and refining.

Rachel holds a master’s degree in chemical engineering, a postgraduate
qualification in aerospace engineering, is a qualified member of the Association
of Taxation Technicians and is also a qualified member of the Institute of
Brewing and Distilling. She started her career as an engineer within the
manufacturing industry and has over eight years’ experience working in R&D
reliefs, initially working at Big 4 firms before joining RSM in March 2020.

In 2023, Rachel was selected to RSM’s cutting-edge Industry Eminence Program,
which positions senior analysts to understand, forecast and communicate
economic, business and technology trends shaping the industries and sectors the
firm serves. Her focus is on the manufacturing industry.


PETER MOWFORTH

CEO - INDEZ LTD

"ECOMMERCE CREATES SCALEABLE PRODUCTIVITY GAINS IN A RAPIDLY CHANGING WORLD"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



INDEZ has a broad portfolio of Scottish manufacturers selling DTC and traders
selling B2B & B2C. During 2022 the company achieved a record year where
ecommerce sales were over £100 million to 148 countries. Advises the Scottish
Government on the Economy and runs Scotland's Ecommerce Club - a forum/skills
transfer channel.





The talk highlights how the adoption of digital technology for online trade has
led to a steady growth for both manufacturers and suppliers. This is combined
with scalable and incremental improvements in productivity for both B2B and B2C
sales of products across sectors including Food and Drink, Agriculture, Tools
and Apparel. The talk will be illustrated with practical case-study examples
showing how suppliers and manufacturers can select the most cost-effective tools
and techniques to grow their businesses. The talk will include examples of how
Brexit and the move to sustainable business models have impacted business.


DESMOND O'SULLIVAN

VP BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT - OPTEL GROUP

"THE FUTURE OF GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAINS"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



A professional with over 35 years’ experience working at the highest level in
the Pharmaceutical, Lifesciences, Warehouse and Logistics, Food and Beverage,
CPG industries. I am responsible for the Global PMO at Optel Group but now due
to the Climate Crisis I am involved with Business Development with specific
responsibility for the Climate Change Strategic alignment within the EMEA
region.





Presentation to discuss Global Supply Chain challanges and opportunities for
Business.


JUDY OLIVER

COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR - CLARITY4D LIMITED

"4PS - PRODUCTIVITY, PEOPLE, PERSONALITY PROFILES"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



For 28 years Judy Oliver has worked with teams in organisations such as Premier
Foods, Coca Cola, BP, Police Scotland, NHS 24, who have one thing in common –
people issues involving poor communication. Judy is co- founder of Clarity4D, a
personality profile created to be Simple, Affordable and importantly -
Effective.





One of the reasons why organisations struggle with productivity is because there
is a lack of understanding on what makes their people tick. How do they take in
information? How will they react to change? How do they make decisions?
Personality profiling can help individuals understand themselves, but more
importantly how they communicate and interact with others to build relationships
for improved collaboration.


KENNETH PEDERSEN

SALES MANAGER - SMOOTH ROBOTICS APS

"HOW DO WELDING FABRICATION SHOPS UTILIZE A COBOTS AS A WELDER'S TOOL"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



At Smooth Robotics, Kenneth leverages his 30 years of sales experience, welding
background, and International Welding Specialist certification to offer
industrial clients flexible and user-friendly robotic welding software systems.
He helps them overcome the challenges of automation and digitalization and
achieve higher efficiency, quality, and profitability in their welding
processes.





Discover the power of collaborative robots, or cobots, as essential tools for
welders in fabrication shops. These cobots work hand in hand with human welders,
enhancing productivity, precision, and safety. By viewing cobots as welding
extensions, not replacements, this presentation showcases how the integration of
cobots empowers welders and revolutionizes the welding process. Real-world case
studies highlight the seamless collaboration between human welders and cobots,
resulting in increased efficiency and a brighter future for the industry.


NATASHA PELL

PROCESS IMPROVEMENT ENGINEER - WALLACE MCDOWALL

"ROBOTIC REVOLUTION: FUELLING SCOTLAND’S PATH FOR SUSTAINABLE GROWTH"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Natasha Pell, a second-year university student at the University of Strathclyde
studying Mechanical Engineering, has been awarded the prestigious Scottish
Engineering Young Engineer of the Year 2023 award. In addition to her studies,
Natasha is also a Process Improvement Engineer at Wallace McDowall Ltd, where
she led a project focused on implementing collaborative robots (cobots) to
improve the company's manufacturing processes. She traveled across the UK to
evaluate options for the company, considering lead times, quality, efficiency,
resources, and return on investment, and successfully implemented the cobots.
Natasha is known for her focus on innovation, upskilling and engaging the
workforce.





This presentation will explore the transformative potential of robotics,
automation and AI in Scotland’s thriving manufacturing industries. We will
highlight the effect of embracing automation which can increase our capacity and
productivity as a nation whilst simultaneously creating new job opportunities .
By adopting new technologies, we can drive sustainable economic growth and
position Scotland as a global leader in innovation.


ANDRE PEREIRA

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT PRACTITIONER - HENKAN

"THE UNSPOKEN BARRIER TO ORGANISATIONAL CHANGE"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



André Pereira is a Continuous Improvement Leader with 22 years of experience
across Aerospace & Defence, FMCG, and Consulting sectors. Specialising in WCM,
TPM, and Lean, he has delivered impactful improvements globally, from Europe to
AME and the Americas. His never-ending journey in organisational excellence
offers valuable insights for industry peers.





The talk aims to dissect the intricate web of resistance that often impedes
organisational change, particularly in the manufacturing sector. Drawing upon
empirical research and real-world case studies, the presentation will delve into
the psychological and sociological underpinnings of resistance at various
organisational levels. It will scrutinise the role of leadership in either
fuelling or mitigating this resistance, offering a nuanced understanding of how
transformational leadership practices can turn resistance into a catalyst for
change. Attendees will leave with a strategic framework for managing resistance,
enriched by actionable insights that can be immediately applied in their own
organisational contexts. Unveil the Complexity: Understand the multifaceted
nature of resistance towards organisational change and its impact on employees,
leaders, and organisations. Leadership's Role: Explore how different leadership
styles can either exacerbate or alleviate resistance in the workplace.
Strategies for Change: Learn actionable strategies to manage resistance
effectively, drawing from the transformational leadership model.


KEN POWELL

PARTNER - BOURTON GROUP

"DON’T AUTOMATE THE WRONG PROCESS!"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Ken is a Certified Lean Practitioner and Six Sigma Black Belt. He has over 20
years’ experience of applying Lean and Six Sigma tools successfully within
operational improvement and change management roles within construction and
infrastructure, rail and highways organisations.





Taking the time upfront to understand where to focus efforts on an automation
journey is vital to its success. By engaging with frontline staff to understand
current process performance and bottlenecks we can understand the data and
information required to transform our performance. By pulling on examples from
multiple industries we will demonstrate how best to secure staff buy-in to
process improvement and automation.


DR. MANPREET PURI

SENIOR ENGINEERING MANAGER - BAE SYSTEMS

"HOW SMES CAN LEVERAGE DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION TO BECOME UK DEFENCE SUPPLIERS"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Manpreet, Senior Engineering Manager at BAE-S, champions technical Excellence
within Defence. A Chartered Engineer, his diverse background spans NASA's Mars
program to Innovative Energy Solutions. With qualifications from Strathclyde,
Glasgow & MIT Universities, he advocates for Systems Engineering best practices
globally and has shaped the future of UK's engineering leadership.





Leveraging Digital Transformation for SMEs in UK Defence Supply In the modern
age, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) hold a unique position at the
intersection of Defence and Digital Transformation in the UK. This presentation
delves into the unparalleled potential SMEs have when they integrate digital
strategies into their operations to cater to the Defence sector. Key Highlights:
Digital Advantages: The capabilities of SMEs in providing real-time, efficient,
and adaptable digital solutions align perfectly with the Defence sector's needs,
especially in areas like cybersecurity and the emerging digital battlefield.
Digital Requirements: It's crucial for SMEs to possess a strong technological
foundation, advanced cybersecurity measures, and robust data management
strategies. Aligning with established standards, such as the Cyber Essentials
Scheme, is vital. Engagement & Networking: The Defence Suppliers System (DSS)
offers an online platform where SMEs can network, identify contract
opportunities, and utilize analytics. In the digital age, SMEs can also
capitalize on virtual events and platforms for greater collaboration.
Digital-First Bidding: When applying for contracts, SMEs should highlight their
digital competencies, showcase their past successes in the digital realm, and
emphasize the efficiency gains from their digital practices. Ethical
Considerations: In a world driven by data, it's essential for SMEs to adhere to
digital ethics, prioritize cybersecurity, and ensure the integrity of the
digital supply chain. In conclusion, the synergy of SMEs, the Defence sector,
and digital transformation in the UK presents a myriad of opportunities. SMEs,
equipped with the right digital tools and strategies, are poised to play a
pivotal role in shaping the future of Defence.


CRAIG PURNELL

CHANNEL DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - UNIVERSAL ROBOTS

"COLLABORATIVE ROBOTS, THE RISE OF SIMPLIFIED AUTOMATION"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Passionate physicist turned robotics enthusiast. Pioneering collaborative
robotics and embracing the future with innovation.





Manufacturing companies want productivity and automation can provide this, but
the cost, time and complexity of traditional automation can make the project
daunting. Collaborative robots can address these issues and be a steppingstone
in your automation journey.


NISHANT RAJ

CEO - VALUECHAIN

"POWER OF NETWORKS CREATING INNOVATION"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



With over eight years in manufacturing, Nishant is a dedicated CEO of Valuechain
Technology Ltd., driving smart manufacturing through data. Passionate about
bridging technology with real-world challenges, he champions agile principles,
innovation, and collaboration. Host of the podcast "How did they get there?".





In this talk, we will delve into the transformative impact of the pandemic on
businesses, prompting them to pivot and apply their core capabilities to
industries like ventilators and masks—areas previously uncharted. The key to
this adaptability was a deep awareness of their own strengths and capabilities.
As we transition into the era of Electric Vehicles (EV), Hydrogen, and other
burgeoning sectors, similar challenges arise. I will introduce the "Network of
Network" approach, emphasizing how harnessing the power of data and AI can be a
game-changer in navigating these evolving landscapes.


MILLIE RODGERS

SKILLS RESEARCHER - NATIONAL MANUFACTURING INSTITUTE SCOTLAND

"MANUFACTURING THE TALENT OF TOMORROW: WHY SKILLS ARE CRITICAL TO THE SUPPLY
CHAIN"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Millie is the Skills Researcher for NMIS, working within the Manufacturing
Skills Academy. Her background in economics, skills and research brings a unique
perspective to manufacturing. Millie works to share insights across skills in
manufacturing engaging with stakeholders, academia and industry partners driving
forward an innovative future for Scotland’s manufacturing.





The importance of skills is becoming increasingly prevalent across today’s
industries and skills shortages are routinely cited as one of the largest
challenges organisations in the current labour market. So, this talk will aim to
provide a unique insight into the relevance and impact of skills in
manufacturing and supply chains from a research perspective. It will highlight
the ever-increasing skills gaps and vital need for upskilling and reskilling
manufacturing supply chains and wider industries. Future generations also hold
the key to helping solve some of these problems, so understanding labour market
shortages, their causes and potential solutions will help to introduce change
and solves these problems.


NEIL ROSS

PARTNER - BOURTON GROUP

"DON’T AUTOMATE THE WRONG PROCESS!"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Neil is an operational leader dedicated to driving change by engaging people.
His work spans various operational areas and has allowed him to build a broad
skill set in leadership and change management with people, processes, and
technology. He can demonstrate success in all his roles with links between
overall business strategy to function and department-level goals.





Taking the time upfront to understand where to focus efforts on an automation
journey is vital to its success. By engaging with frontline staff to understand
current process performance and bottlenecks we can understand the data and
information required to transform our performance. By pulling on examples from
multiple industries we will demonstrate how best to secure staff buy-in to
process improvement and automation.


YANNICK SCHILLY

CEO AND CO-FOUNDER - ALTIX CONSULTING, INC.

"LEAN 4.0 - ARE LEAN AND INDUSTRY 4.0 CONFLICTING OR ENHANCING EACH OTHER?"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Yannick is a senior advisor, industrial engineer, and senior management
executive with more than 30 years of experience developing and executing complex
global expansion strategies. His expertise includes all aspects of global and
international business, market entry, industrial best practices and excellence
in advanced manufacturing, industrial engineering, logistics and multi-national
supply chain management. Yannick holds a BS in Industrial Engineering and an MBA
in General Management and Global Business.





Evolution of industry, management methods/evolution over time. Managing complex
systems and the use of state-of-the-art technology- automation, robotics,
digitalization. People at the center of everything we do. How LEAN remains a key
foundation for world class and sustainable manufacturing. Business cases and
examples. Q&A


RYAN SHERIDAN

OPERATIONAL LEAD - SMART HUB LANARKSHIRE

"THE DEPLOYMENT OF COLLABORATIVE ROBOTS TO TRANSFORM PRODUCTIVITY"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Ryan is the Operational Lead at Smart Hub Lanarkshire, and Academic Leader in
Engineering at New College Lanarkshire. His primary role within the Smart Hub
project, is to support the advancing manufacturing capabilities of Small/Medium
Enterprise within Scotland, across all sectors of production, through the use of
automated technologies.





What are Collaborative Robots, Collaborative Workforce deployment and breadth of
application, Company & Employee Benefits: Financial, Quality & Strategic


NIKKI SLOWEY

CO-FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR - FLEXIBILITY WORKS

"HOW YOU (REALLY CAN) CREATE FLEXIBLE WORKING IN MANUFACTURING ROLES"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Nikki is the Co-Founder and Director of Flexibility Works. She is one of
Scotland’s leading experts in flexible working and has dedicated the past nine
years to directly supporting and encouraging employers to create flexible
workplaces. She is a regular media commentator, public speaker and has
contributed to research and books on flexible working. Nikki’s background is in
marketing and communications, previously running her own communications
consultancy. Nikki’s career started in the finance and property sectors but as a
true social entrepreneur, Nikki has been drawn to working with, and for,
non-profit organizations. Nikki is mum to three boys, enjoys being outdoors,
cooking vegetarian food and Nikki also runs wellbeing events.





Would you like to give staff more flexibility but can’t fathom how when roles
are tied to a set location and specific manufacturing timeframes? We’re
Scotland’s leading experts in flexible working and together with CeeD (Centre
for Education, Engineering and Development) we’ve been sharing examples from
manufacturing firms that have introduced greater flexibility and found benefits
for their people and their business. Whether it’s annualised hours so staff work
more when there’s greater pressure on the production line, more part time roles
to retain knowledgeable older staff and avoid skills shortages, or tweaking
shift patterns and working hours to better suit people’s lives without impacting
productivity, we can give you real stories from real businesses. We’ll back this
up with data insights from our ongoing research with 500 frontline workers, and
our annual studies of more than 1,000 Scottish workers and 250 business leaders,
to give you practical tips and take-aways on how to make the case for greater
flexible working in your organisation, and begin exploring what it could look
like.


JONAS SOMERVILLE ANDERSEN

MANAGING DIRECTOR - CADPEOPLE UK LTD

"DIGITAL TRAINING & SIMULATION IN MANUFACTURING"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Trained as Architect and has spent the last 25 years working with digital
solutions within design and manufacturing with emphasis on utilising CAD data in
training and marketing.





How to utilise CAD data within digital learning and simulation. Fast deployment
of up-to-date and dynamic training material. Process simulation using digital
virtual twins. Including examples of solutions Cadpeople have provided for the
engineering and manufacturing industry.


LINA SREBROVA

XR STRATEGIST - DIGITALNAUTS

"UNLEASHING THE POTENTIAL OF IMMERSIVE TECH FOR INDUSTRY: FROM GIMMICK TO
GENUINE BUSINESS VALUE"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Lina Srebrova is the leading XR Strategist at Digitalnauts. Since joining the
team in 2019, she has worked with some of the world's leading industrial
organisations to help them achieve strategic business outcomes using immersive
(AR,VR,MR) solutions across training & development, engineering, surveying,
sales and marketing.





- Dive into the Present and Future of XR - Unveiling Tangible Business Value and
Lasting Impact, XR is Here to Stay - Discover Real-World Business Success in XR
- Exploring Transformative Applications Across Manufacturing and Supply Chain -
Visualisation & Communication Powers Unleashed: XR as Your Ultimate Toolbox for
Engineering, Design, Offsite Manufacturing, and Seamless Integration with
Existing Tools - Beyond the Hype: Crafting a Holistic XR Strategy Aligned with
Your Business Ambitions and Objectives - XR Adoption Decoded - From Pilot to
Perfection; Proven Tips for Hardware, Software, Workflow Synergy, and Practical
Implementation Shattering Barriers: Navigating Corporate Culture, Bridging
Departmental Silos, and Demystifying XR's Path to Enterprise Triumph


SAMANTHA TONGE

MANAGING DIRECTOR - LABRAKITA MARKETING

"EMPLOYER BRANDING - ARE YOU MAXIMISING MARKETING TO ATTRACT AND RETAIN STAFF?"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Samantha is the founder of Labrakita Marketing, a chartered B2B marketer and
engineering marketing strategy expert based in Edinburgh. She spent 15 years
learning her craft working for businesses ranging from small organisations to
large multinationals before setting up Labrakita Marketing in 2019 to help
Engineering businesses achieve their goals.





We all know that the skills gap is an enormous problem in Manufacturing, but so
many businesses are missing out on talent simply because they aren't utilising
marketing to attract and retain staff. Employer Branding is just as essential as
marketing communications aimed at customers. In this talk, Samantha of Labrakita
Marketing will be giving you some tips on how to get Employer Branding right.


ZEVI WATMOUGH

SUSTAINABILITY SPOKESPERSON - LEONARDO UK

"EMPOWERING THE INDIVIDUAL TO DRIVE SUSTAINABILITY IN LARGE CORPORATIONS"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Zevi Watmough is Sustainability Spokesperson for aerospace engineering company
Leonardo UK. With diverse experience in communications and broadcasting, Zevi
has a keen interest in issues surrounding sustainability, social value, science,
technology and equal access to opportunities.
After studying English to postgraduate level at Edinburgh University, Zevi took
a job in recruitment as a first step into the workplace. However, rather than
settling for the obvious path, as her 30th birthday approached she seized an
opportunity to pursue her love of writing by becoming a cub reporter at her
local newspaper. One year later Zevi was selected as one of the winners of a
national TV talent competition and spent the following five years working as a
TV and Radio reporter at the BBC. She was nominated for a Scottish Bafta for her
role presenting the flagship BBC arts series, Artworks Scotland.
Zevi’s background in journalism paved the way for a second career in
communications: she now works at Leonardo UK covering a range of people, purpose
and society-focused issues, leading on regional media engagement and acting as a
spokesperson for the company on sustainability. She has found the aerospace
engineering industry to offer her a dynamic and stimulating environment in which
to work and has enjoyed raising awareness of how innovation can address the
challenges of carbon footprint reduction in the 21st century.
Leonardo has 51,000 employees globally including 8,000 in the UK, of which 2,000
are based at its site in Edinburgh. The company is best known nationally for its
onshore production of UK military helicopters and the cutting-edge electronics
on-board Royal Air Force aircraft.





Leonardo UK is committed to achieving Net Zero by 2030 for Scope 1 and 2
emissions and by 2050 across its value chain. In her presentation, Zevi will
share insights into the company’s strategy for sustainability, which has seen it
achieve the highest score ranking within the international Aerospace & Defense
industry, according to the Dow Jones Corporate Sustainability Assessment as of
December 9th, 2022. Zevi will describe how Leonardo has structured its
sustainability strategy around the three pillars of People, Planet and
Prosperity and make the case for empowering individuals to experiment and
explore new routes for sustainability to accelerate organisational
transformation in this area.


GORDON WATSON

PROFESSOR OF MARINE ZOOLOGY - UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH

"OFFSHORE WIND ENERGY: ASSESSING METAL INPUTS AND THE RISKS FOR CO-LOCATION OF
AQUACULTURE."

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Gordon is a benthic marine ecologist investigating the interaction of humans
with marine systems through pollution, exploitation and management. His research
uses benthic species and habitats to assess the role of management in protection
from exploitation through fisheries and aquaculture as well as the impacts of
key pollutants.





Co-locating aquaculture with Offshore Wind farms (OWFs) is a novel global
sustainability policy driver. However, metals from turbine corrosion-protection
systems could generate significant economic, ecosystem and human health risks.
We calculate European metal inputs (t y-1) for current OWF capacity (30 GW) as:
3,173 aluminium, 539 zinc and 1.1 indium, but these will increase ~10x by 2050,
eclipsing known discharges. A paucity of industry data makes it impossible to
compare water and sediment metal concentrations at operational OWFs against
toxicity thresholds, therefore, ecotoxicological risks are not assessed. Metal
accumulation in seafood is a major human exposure route. Accumulated high tissue
concentrations in oysters, mussels and kelp during co-location culture would
contribute significantly or greatly exceed (e.g. oyster accumulation of zinc) an
adult’s Tolerable Weekly Intake. To minimise unintended consequences/risks of
rapid global OWF expansion we provide industry and regulators with a ‘road map’
for implementing policy changes.


CHRIS WISEMAN

SECTOR GROWTH MANAGER SMART TRANSPORT & DIGITAL MANUFACTURE - TWI

"JOINING AND SURFACING TECHNOLOGIES FOR LIGHTWEIGHT MATERIALS"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Chris Wiseman has been with TWI for 16 years and is Business Manager for
Industrial
Members in their Smart Transport Sector. As a materials scientist, Chris also
enjoyed a 30
year R&D career in the Aluminium industry. Today his role is focused on
developing
technical and commercial opportunities, for TWI, its customers and partners
around the
World.
TWI is a global engineering technology organisation, operating from 4 UK centres
of
excellence, and 15 overseas training facilities. We deliver manufacturing
solutions in
joining, surfacing, additive processes and structural integrity, through
projects,
training, collaboration, tech transfer and certification.





Joining and surface engineering technologies, particularly suited to lightweight
materials, are key to sustainable manufacturing and “net – zero” ambitions. We
shall consider some state of the art, and emerging, process and fabrication
solutions. Our Aerospace and Automotive sectors have common goals which are
increasingly leveraged. For example; in material choices and advanced propulsion
systems, such as electrification and Hydrogen. Material trends for these sectors
are likely to impact investment strategies for producers and end users globally.
Finally, some thoughts around supply chain access to new technology, through
efficient and cost effective methods.


STEVE WILSON

ENERGY CONSULTANT - FOCUS BUSINESS CONSULTANCY LIMITED

"BUSINESS ENERGY - UPDATES, OPTIONS AND STRATEGIES"

Speaker Bio Synopsis



Steve Wilson is an Energy Consultant who helps businesses source the best
available utility contracts in a very volatile market. He offers advice and
guidance in navigating the unregulated world of business energy.





Practical advice and industry-insider information to help Scotland's businesses
make more informed decisions about when and who to procure your energy through.




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LINDE MATERIAL HANDLING

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Linde Material Handling is one of the world's leading manufacturers of forklift
trucks and warehouse equipment. In Europe, the company is the market leader with
the Linde and Fenwick (France) brands. Since 2006, Linde has been part of the
KION Group. The KION Group is the world's second largest manufacturer of
industrial trucks and one of the leading suppliers of automation solutions for
intralogistics.

Linde is represented in more than 100 countries worldwide with its own branches.
The company's international network includes production and assembly plants in
Germany, France, the Czech Republic, the USA and China as well as more than 700
sales and service locations.

For its customers, Linde develops high-performance solutions for intralogistics.
The basis for this are electric and diesel forklift trucks, warehouse equipment,
fleet management software, automation solutions, driver assistance systems,
financing offers as well as services around the forklift truck and operator
training.

Linde's vehicle offer is unique. It comprises around 80 series with up to 20
model variants and around 9,000 equipment options. On the basis of this modular
system, Linde manufactures the vehicles and fleets precisely tailored to their
requirements for transport, storage, picking and stacking.

NATIONAL MANUFACTURING INSTITUTE SCOTLAND

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The National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS) is a group of industry-led
manufacturing research and development facilities transforming skills,
productivity and innovation in Scotland helping to make the country a global
leader in advanced manufacturing.

NMIS is at the heart of the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District Scotland
in Renfrewshire. It is operated by the University of Strathclyde and supported
by Scottish Government, Scottish Enterprise, Highlands and Islands Enterprise,
High-Value Manufacturing Catapult, Skills Development Scotland, Scottish Funding
Council and Renfrewshire Council.

SCOTTISH ENGINEERING

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Scottish Engineering is the membership and networking organisation for
engineering / manufacturing in Scotland, covering all key industrial supply
chains. We support our growing membership with expert knowledge, advice and
training. We connect them to best practice sharing and supply chain
opportunities and represent their interests as the “voice” of engineering.

SP AUTOMATION & ROBOTICS

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From our purpose built facility, SP Automation & Robotics has been designing,
building, and
installing production and process automated solutions since 1984. Our systems
are located mainly in
the United Kingdom, spread over England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. In
addition to these, we
have machines installation across Europe and the USA, all of which are supported
by our team of
highly skilled and dynamic engineers.



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CEED

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CeeD is a growing community of businesses and academics. They have joined
together to pool their talents, expertise, experience and resource in the
pursuit of operational excellence within their own organisations and others. In
doing so, their aim is to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness –
improvements that will impact the bottom line

SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE (SMAS)

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Scottish Enterprise is Scotland's national economic development agency and a
non-departmental public body of the Scottish Government. To deliver a
significant, lasting effect on the Scottish economy, we work with partners in
the public and private sectors to find and exploit the best opportunities.
Scottish Enterprise focuses on activities that help Scottish businesses to adapt
and better respond to economic opportunities and challenges. Our goal is to
create a more productive, resilient, and competitive economy for Scotland. To
achieve this, we work to drive business innovation, build international
competitiveness, and encourage more investment in companies and infrastructure.
These are the areas where Scottish Enterprise can deliver the most value, make
the biggest impact, and help unlock Scotland’s economic potential.



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