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First Notice of Loss service to fleet managers

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Lightfoot, the award winning in-vehicle technology and driver rewards platform, has launched its First Notice of Loss (FNOL) service to the fleet sector, alerting fleet managers to incidents and accidents, helping to enhance Duty of Care to drivers of fleet vehicles.

The FNOL solution enables fleet managers to instantly assess the level of response required. Drivers can then be contacted to check on their wellbeing, to establish if attendance by the emergency services is needed, or if vehicle recovery is required. The FNOL also provides vital information for fleet managers to pass on to their insurance cover provider, if required. 

Click here to find out more.

Put yourself in the driving seat at the Fleet Summit

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There’s a free pass to this September’s hybrid Fleet Summit waiting for you – will you be joining us?

Your attendance is fully complimentary and includes; overnight accommodation, access to budget-saving and innovative solution providers, LIVE seminar sessions, networking with peers, all meals and refreshments throughout.

14th & 15th September – Whittlebury Park, Northampton – Live and virtual attendance options are available.

We have a very limited number of places left – click here to confirm your free pass today.

Alternatively, you can contact us if you have any questions.

Forum Events ushers in new age of B2B networking

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Forum Events & Media Group, host of the Fleet Summit, has successfully held its first virtual networking events – with over 550 individual meetings taking place within the security industry over the course of two days via virtual events.

With live events unable to take place for the foreseeable future due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Forum has expanded its cutting-edge proprietary software to create a new interface with live video meetings. This has allowed the company to create a virtual Forum platform, taking the events experience virtual. These events allow procurement executives to source new solutions, and give suppliers the opportunity to discover new clients – and ultimately, keep industries talking.

Forum’s first virtual events were the Total Security Summit and the Security IT Summit, which both match procurement professionals with suppliers for a series of pre-arranged meetings. The Summits attracted security and cyber security professionals from the likes of Amazon, Asprey London, Associated British Foods, BNP Paribas, Department of Work & Pensions, Essex County Council, HSBC, JP Morgan, Legal and General, London Stansted Airport, Manchester Airport Group, Matalan, Marriott International, National Trust, NatWest Markets, Pret A Manger, Royal Mail, Sodexo, Tesco Mobile, United International Pictures, ViacomCBS and many more.

In addition to the virtual meetings, delegates had the opportunity to ‘attend’ streamed webinar sessions hosted by industry experts.

“The COVID-19 pandemic and the lockdown restrictions associated with it have had a major impact on how we, as a nation, do business,” said Forum Events & Media Group Managing Director Sarah Beall. “Exhibitions are postponed, traditional conferences and networking events are on hold for the foreseeable future. But the wheels of commerce must keep turning and businesses need to connect, particularly during these unprecedented times as companies look for practical solutions to their challenges during the pandemic.

“Like many of our colleagues in the events sector, we have a goal to #GetBritainMeeting. The events industry is a £70 billion sector that employs 700,000 people and is currently on its knees, with no ‘go date’ yet from the Government about when we can host live events.

“The events industry is full of forward-thinking individuals who are more than capable of making controlled, organised events and exhibitions COVID-secure. But with no greenlight from the Government, we cannot sit back and wait. We are creative and innovative thinkers and, like many other events businesses, we have taken our events virtual.

“The success of our first virtual events has proved that business connections can still be made in an online environment. Over 550 meetings in two days shows the potential – and we’re looking forward to hearing back from our guests about the business deals that are made as a result of this event.”

Further virtual events are on the agenda at Forum, while going forward the company is also planning ‘hybrid’ events allowing delegates to choose whether they attend the events in person or via a digital option.

In addition, Forum Events & Media Group hosted two full-day conferences recently – the Hotel Designs LIVE event aimed at hoteliers, interior designers and architects; and the PA Life LIVE conference, which brought together Executive and Personal Assistants for a full day of learning. Both digital conferences also featured ‘supplier pitch’ sessions, allowing companies to present their products, services and solutions to the respective audiences. The Hotel Designs LIVE and PA Life LIVE digital conferences will return again in the autumn.

AquAid slashes fuel bills, emissions and idling time while enhancing driver well-being

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AquAid, the UK’s leading water cooler supplier, has announced the successful implementation of Lightfoot’s award-winning in-cab technology within its fleet, leading to increases in fuel economy of over 15%. 

Utilising Lightfoot’s pioneering driver rewards platform, AquAid has also seen an 83% fall in instances of over acceleration, a 40% fall in severe breaking and a 38% drop in harsh cornering.  Lightfoot has also brought about a 9% fall in vehicle idling.

To read the full case study, click here.

Fleet managers reveal their major future challenges

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Road infrastructure, Clean Air Zones and the adoption of alternative fuels top the list of challenges faced by UK fleet and mobility managers over the next five years, according to authoritative new research.

The findings come from Arval Mobility Observatory, which gains insight from businesses through a wide ranging set of questions designed to uncover broader trends and concerns.

When asked, “What do you see as the main challenges facing fleets in the next five years?”, 43% of respondents cited a lack of road infrastructure as the top issue. The introduction of more Clean Air Zones in urban areas (30%) and the implementation of suitable alternative fuel technologies (30%) followed, while unclear Government policy towards transport (27%), increased vehicle taxation (23%) and increased driver personal taxation (16%) were also reported as key issues.

Shaun Sadlier (pictured), Head of Arval Mobility Observatory in the UK, said: “It’s clear that businesses are thinking very hard about the practicalities surrounding the day-to-day use of cars and vans, as shown in their concerns over road infrastructure and Clean Air Zones.

“The latter especially is a subject that is potentially quite confusing, with a whole range of different measures being adopted across the country and some now being delayed by the coronavirus crisis. This complexity might be the cause of fleet manager concerns.”

Related to clean air, he said, was the implementation of alternative fuel technology which, for the vast majority of fleets during the next five years, would mean electric and plug-in cars and vans. 

“This is a major shift but our experience is that the transition turns out to be relatively painless in the real world and brings a wide range of benefits for businesses and drivers. Certainly, conditions for adoption get easier all the time.”

EVs the focus of AFP’s first industry committee

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The first details about the first of a new series of ‘industry leading’ committees have been announced by the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).

The Electric Vehicle, Low Carbon and Alternative Fuels Committee will be led by AFP deputy chair Stewart Lightbody and vice-chaired by Paul Hollick, AFP co-chair. It includes Denise Lane of Capita, Chris Joyce of the AFP, Steve Cuddy of Close Brothers, Eric Bristow of Schindler, Ken Needham of Foxtons, Simon King of Mitie, Dale Eynon of DEFRA and Lorna McAtear of National Grid. 

Its adopted mission statement is to “advise fleet operators how best they can make the transition from standard fuel types to electrification and other alternative fuels” with topics under consideration including: support from central and local government, and the treasury; home charging policies, employee reimbursement and usage; electric highway charging; best practice for EVs and PHEVs, and alternative fuel vehicles beyond EVs.

Lightbody said: “Clearly, EVs, low carbon and alternative fuels are very much front-of-mind for fleets at the moment and we’re looking to generate industry-leading thought and discussion across a wide range of relevant areas where fleet managers are looking for guidance and information.

“The calibre of committee member we’ve been able to attract is very impressive and we’re planning to serve as an incubator for ideas that will ultimately affect not just fleet strategies but policy and action across manufacturers, government, the HMRC and the DVLA.”

The AFP was formed in March from the merging of the Association of Fleet Operators (ACFO) and the Institute of Car Fleet Management (ICFM) – and the new committees are part of the infrastructure being created around the new organisation.

The Electric Vehicle, Low Carbon and Alternative Fuels Committee is the first of seven planned by the AFP, the others being Light Commercial Vehicles; COVID-19; Government Bodies and Trade Associations; Road Use and Planning; Risk and Compliance; and Future Mobility Steering.

Paul Hollick, co-chair at the AFP, said: “One of the major intentions behind the formation of the AFP was that it would enable the fleet sector to speak with a single, unified voice, in order to have the best chance of being heard at the highest levels of decision making, including across Whitehall.

“These new committees, covering what we believe to be the most important issues facing fleets at this point in time, are very much designed to serve as forums for the best new thinking in our industry, where issues and ideas can be discussed and refined into clear policy.

“We’re really pleased to see that the EV, Low Carbon and Alternative Fuels committee has been able to attract some impressive names but we’re still putting the other six committees together, and we’d like to hear from anyone who would like to take an active role within the AFP by participating.

“It could be that you have a special interest in one of these areas or that you simply believe that you have what it takes to make a contribution in general and would be happy to sit on any of them. We’re saying, ‘get in touch with us, your industry needs you.’”

Fleet managers interested in joining any of the committees should contact the AFP Administration Centre at administration@theafp.co.uk. Committee meetings will take place once every two months, with the intention that most will take place through video-conferencing.

Do you specialise in Contract Hire & Leasing? We want to hear from you!

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Each month on Fleet Management Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the fleet & logistics market – and in July we’ll be focussing on Contract Hire & Leasing solutions.

It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help fleet buyers find the best products and services available today.

So, if you’re a supplier of Contract Hire & Leasing solutions and would like to be included as part of this exciting new shop window, we’d love to hear from you – for more info, contact Chris Cannon on 01992 374096 / c.cannon@forumevents.co.uk.

Here’s our features list in full:

Jul – Contract Hire & Leasing
Aug – LPG/Alternative Fuel & Fuel Management
Sep – Vehicle Tracking
Oct – Duty of Care
Nov – Grey Fleet
Dec – Service, Maintenance & Repair

Learn about EVs & EV infrastructure analysis at the Fleet Summit

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We have a limited number of places remaining for this September’s Fleet Summit.

Your guess pass includes access to insightful seminar sessions, including;

Electric vans; fleet & infrastructure analysis and case studies

  • Energy Saving Trust ‘s past and present work in this area
  • Fleet analysis 
  • Charging the fleet
  • Whole life costs
  • Energy Saving trust fleet advice and resources

Presented by: Ian Featherstone, Account Manager, Supply Chain at Energy Saving Trust

14th & 15th September – Whittlebury Park, Northampton.

Your pass includes;

  • A personalised itinerary of relaxed meetings with top industry suppliers – No hard sell
  • Access to inspirational seminar sessions hosted by industry thought-leaders
  • Networking with like-minded fleet professionals who share your challenges
  • Complimentary overnight accommodation, including all meals and refreshments

RSVP here to ensure you don’t miss out on the endless benefits of attending.

The Association of Fleet Professionals needs your help

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A call has gone out to fleet managers to help influence the industry’s future by joining one of the Association of Fleet Professionals’ (AFP) seven new committees.

Covering Electric Vehicles, Low Carbon and Alternative Fuels; Light Commercial Vehicles; COVID-19; Government Bodies and Trade Associations; Road Use and Planning; Risk and Compliance; and Future Mobility Steering, the committees are designed as incubators for ideas that will ultimately affect not just fleet strategies but policy and action across Government, the HMRC and the DVLA.

The AFP was formed in March from the merging of the Association of Fleet Officers (ACFO) and the Institute of Car Fleet Management (ICFM) – and the new committees are part of the infrastructure being created around the new organisation.

Paul Hollick, Co-Chair at the AFP, said: “One of the key intentions behind the formation of the AFP was that it would enable the fleet sector to speak with a single, unified voice, in order to have the best chance of being heard at the highest levels of decision making, including across Whitehall.

“These new committees, covering what we believe to be the most important issues facing fleets at this point in time, are very much designed to serve as forums for the best new thinking in our industry, where issues and ideas can be discussed and refined into clear policy.

“To achieve this, we need fleet managers to actively engage, and that is why we are sending out a ‘call to arms’ across the industry for people to get involved. There are seven committees, so there are quite a lot of places to fill, and we’d like to hear from anyone who would like to join the team and take a key role within the AFP by actively participating in a committee.

“It could be that you have a special interest in one of these seven areas or that you simply believe that you have what it takes to make a contribution in general and would be happy to sit on any of them. We’re saying, ‘get in touch with us, your industry needs you.’”

Hollick added that the committees would meet every 6-8 weeks and that, for the foreseeable future, this would be done through video-conferencing.

“The commitment, in terms of time, should be manageable for most industry professionals plus there are definite advantages in career terms through being involved. The important thing is that you have experience, creative ideas and a ‘can-do’ attitude.”

Fleet managers interested in joining any of the committees should contact the AFP Administration Centre at administration@theafp.co.uk

‘The Journey Goes On’ launched to support fleet emergence from lockdown

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An initiative called ‘The Journey Goes On‘ has been launched by Arval to support customers in its eight largest territories – France, Italy, UK, Spain, Germany, Netherlands, Poland and Belgium. 

It sets out to provide a range of safe, sustainable and cost-effective mobility solutions as businesses emerge from lockdown.

Alain van Groenendael, Group Chairman and CEO at Arval, explained: “Now, more than ever, we believe that our mission is to help our customers, their drivers and individuals, to face the new journey in which we are all engaging. They are calling for more flexibility as well as more safety. We want to be there for them, and that’s what ‘The Journey Goes On’ is all about.”

The programme is built on three main pillars to tailor Arval’s leasing operations for businesses as they recover from COVID. Firstly, procedures have been adapted to comply with social distancing and driver safety with car pick-up and delivery at home or to offices, onsite maintainance and increased car sanitisation.

Flexible, shorter-term leasing solutions are also available immediately to help businesses restart, a large range of vehicles are immediately available for leasing for just a few months, aimed at ensuring businesses have the mobility solutions in place to get back on their feet and keep their employees safe. 

Finally, sustainable, alternative mobility options such as EVs and, in the future potentially, e-bikes will help businesses continue to transition to more environmentally-friendly fleets. 

Alain continued: “With the current situation, leasing makes even more sense in this period of uncertainty. Arval believes more people will benefit from these safe, convenient solutions from ‘The Journey Goes On’ for their mobility.”

For more information about the initiative, visit https://www.arval.co.uk/the-journey-goes-on.