{"id":17713,"date":"2017-11-14T11:30:40","date_gmt":"2017-11-14T11:30:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.microlise.com\/news\/microlise-transport-conference-announces-expanded-programme-2018-opens-registration-2\/"},"modified":"2020-12-14T12:01:16","modified_gmt":"2020-12-14T12:01:16","slug":"microlise-transport-conference-announces-expanded-programme-2018-opens-registration-2","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.microlise.com\/au\/news\/microlise-transport-conference-announces-expanded-programme-2018-opens-registration-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Microlise Transport Conference Announces Expanded Programme for 2018 and Opens Registration"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.microlise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/CGE17092-2449-1-300x200.jpg\" height=\"200\" width=\"300\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-13841\" alt=\"A conference or seminar with a large audience attending a speaker presentation on stage, illuminated by blue lighting, in a professional event setting.\"  >   An enhanced programme and impressive speaker line-up have today been promised as the <a href=\"http:\/\/microliseconference.com\/?utm_source=Microlise-Website&amp;utm_medium=website-referral&amp;utm_content=Microlise%20Transport%20Conference%20Announces%20Expanded%20Programme%20for%202018%20and%20Opens%20Registration&amp;utm_campaign=Microlise%20Transport%20Conference%202018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Microlise Transport Conference<\/a> opens registration for its 16<sup>th <\/sup>May, 2018 event at The Ricoh Arena.<\/p>\n<p>Recognised as Europe\u2019s largest road transport conference, and attracting more than 1,200 delegates in 2017 it has become the most vibrant event in the annual road transport calendar.<\/p>\n<p>The free-to-attend conference will build further on its innovation and technology focus, offering insight on the industry\u2019s big topics from platooning and alternative fuels; to skills, compliance and inevitably, the effects on the industry of Brexit.<\/p>\n<p>Filling the 6,000 square metre hall at the home of the Wasps rugby team, the programme will this year feature an even stronger speaker line-up, three focused workshops and an all new innovation zone. The conference will again be supported by a sizable exhibition area featuring prominent transport brands, alongside innovators, industry organisations and other special guests.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt has been great to see the Microlise Transport Conference grow in stature and importance,\u201d said Nadeem Raza, Chief Executive Officer, Microlise. \u201cWe began in our board room with 20 friendly faces just less than a decade ago and have watched as the event has grown tremendously. It\u2019s now become a key industry event where the bonds of collaboration and cooperation are fused, and the key issues discussed and debated.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Past speakers include some of the industry\u2019s most distinguished influencers including HRH The Princess Royal, operators such as Eddie Stobart Logistics and Maritime Transport, the DVSA, Traffic Commissioners for Great Britain and Transport for London. Almost all of Europe\u2019s HGV manufacturers have also been represented.<\/p>\n<p>Alongside the conference, the <a href=\"http:\/\/awards.microliseconference.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Microlise Driver of the Year Awards<\/a> will again celebrate the UK\u2019s most talented HGV drivers, both through analysis of more than 180,000 drivers\u2019 telematics data, and via industry nominated categories. The nominated categories include <a href=\"http:\/\/awards.microliseconference.com\/award\/hgv-hero\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">HGV Hero<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/awards.microliseconference.com\/award\/lifetime-achievement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lifetime Achievement<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/awards.microliseconference.com\/award\/extra-mile\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Extra Mile<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/awards.microliseconference.com\/award\/most-improved-driver-of-the-year\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Most Improved<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/awards.microliseconference.com\/award\/young-driver-of-the-year\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Young Driver of the Year<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Motor Transport will once again be the media partner for the conference, hosting a special manufacturer panel session in the main conference agenda. Transaid will be supported as the conference charity of choice.<\/p>\n<p>The Ricoh Arena is conveniently located in the centre of England within a two hour drive of 75% of England\u2019s population.<\/p>\n<p>To register for the Microlise Transport Conference, go to <a href=\"http:\/\/microliseconference.com\/?utm_source=Microlise-Website&amp;utm_medium=website-referral&amp;utm_content=Microlise%20Transport%20Conference%20Announces%20Expanded%20Programme%20for%202018%20and%20Opens%20Registration&amp;utm_campaign=Microlise%20Transport%20Conference%202018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.microliseconference.com\/register<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ends<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>About Microlise<br \/>\n<\/strong>Microlise telematics, proof of delivery and journey management products help its customers reduce costs and the environmental impact of their fleet operations. This is achieved by maximising vehicle utilisation, increasing operational efficiency and improving economy and safety; whilst helping to deliver the very best customer experience by providing real-time visibility of the fleet against schedule.<\/p>\n<p>A privately owned business based in Nottingham in the UK, Microlise invests significantly in research and development annually to ensure its solutions continue to be underpinned by market-leading technology.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Available Imagery<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microlise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/CGE17092-2449-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.microlise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/CGE17092-2449-1-150x150.jpg\" height=\"150\" width=\"150\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-13841\" alt=\"A conference or seminar with a large audience attending a speaker presentation on stage, illuminated by blue lighting, in a professional event setting.\"  >   <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.microlise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/CGE17092-3124.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.microlise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/CGE17092-3124-150x150.jpg\" height=\"150\" width=\"150\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-13843\" alt=\"Advanced fleet management technology and logistics software solutions at the Microlise transport conference.\"  >   <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.microlise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/CGE17092-1416.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.microlise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/CGE17092-1416-150x150.jpg\" height=\"150\" width=\"150\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-13840\" alt=\"Microlise transport conference booth showcasing fleet management and telematics solutions at a trade event.\"  >   <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.microlise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/CGE17092-2876.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.microlise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/CGE17092-2876-150x150.jpg\" height=\"150\" width=\"150\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-13842\" alt=\"Microlise transport conference featuring a speaker on stage presenting logistics and fleet management solutions to a large audience.\"  >   <\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>An enhanced programme and impressive speaker line-up have today been promised as the Microlise Transport Conference opens registration for its 16th May, 2018 event at The Ricoh Arena. 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