Yesterday the UK finally pushed the Brexit button and triggered Article 50. So what does this really mean for you and your company? As we leap into the unknown, the CEA has assembled a group of experts to brief you on the likely implications of Brexit and the effects on our industry going forward. We will also take a closer look at the UK and global markets for construction equipment with our friends at Off-Highway Research.<\/p>\n
The Beyond Brexit Briefing is coupled with the CEA\u2019s AGM and the CEE (Plantworx) AGM. It takes place on Tuesday, 25th April 2017. Registration from 09,15, AGM commences 09.45, at the Management Development & Conference Centre, Woodland Grange, Old Milverton Lane, Leamington Spa, CV32 6RN. Click here for the full programme.<\/p>\n
Accommodation
\nFor CEA members with a long journey, overnight accommodation is available at Woodland Grange. Please contact the Centre directly https:\/\/www.eef.org.uk\/venues\/woodland-grange-leamington-spa or call 01926 336621 and ask to speak to Katherine Cross to reserve a bedroom. Mention that you are attending the CEA event.<\/p>\n
Networking Dinner
\nFor members arriving the previous evening, the CEA are hosting a networking dinner on Monday 24 April at 19.30 to be held at the conference venue. The dinner is free to CEA members, but places are limited to 50 guests – so please book now. E-mail gill.stirk@admin.co.uk to reserve your place.<\/p>\n
The Brexit Briefing addresses:
\n\u00b7 What is needed from the transition process for the construction equipment sector?
\n\u00b7 What are the considerations for exporters and importers?
\n\u00b7 What are the implications of leaving the Single Market on customs and tariffs?
\n\u00b7 What are the opportunities for OEMs and supply chain companies?
\n\u00b7 What effect is it having on UK and overseas markets?
\n\u00b7 What will happen to existing EU standards and legislation for the UK market?
\n\u00b7 What do CEA members need from their specialist trade body?<\/p>\n
Speakers and Panellists<\/p>\n
Moderator: Rob Oliver BA (hons), FIAM, Chief Executive, CEA.<\/p>\n
Virginie Colaiuta LLD, Partner, Brown Rudnick LLP
\nA recognised legal expert on the construction sector, Virginie is the editor of the International Bar Association\u2019s Construction Law International review.<\/p>\n
Chris Sleight BEng, Senior Consultant, Off-Highway Research Ltd
\nThe Impact of Brexit on the UK construction Equipment Industry \u2013 the post Article 50 landscape.<\/p>\n
Towards 2019 \u2013 perspectives, opportunities and challenges.
\nMalcolm Kent BSc Mech Eng, Clarity Engineering & CEA Senior Technical Consultant.
\nRory Keogh, President of the CEA & Managing Director, Gomaco International.
\nPaul Lyons MBA, Market Information Manager, CEA.
\nMike Dodds, Standards & Regulatory Policy Consultant, BSI.<\/p>\n
Paul Verrips, Director Nordic & EU Affairs, Customs Connect Ltd.
\nCustoms and trade advisory experts now take centre stage. Leading analyst Paul Verrips, currently living in Brussels and Stockholm, provides his insight.<\/p>\n
Colin Timms BA (hons), Senior Consultant, Off-Highway Research Ltd.
\nConstruction equipment market trends \u2013 prospects in the home market.<\/p>\n
Wrap up and feedback session: what now and what next?
\nConference conclusion: approx. 15.15 hrs.<\/p>\n
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