Programme
Wednesday, 9 October
WCRAQ Annual Northern Ireland Round Table Debate
- Presented by: Westminster Commission for Road Air Quality
- Partnered with IRTE Ireland North Centre
- Media Partner: Fleet Vision International magazine
- Location: Olympic Suite, Titanic Centre, Belfast
- October 9th, 13:00 – 15:30
Promoting decarbonisation and sustainability in Northern Ireland
- Discover how to transition to greener transport solutions.
- Find out about air quality initiatives.
- Learn how to become an air quality champion in your region and nationally.
- Discover how the Westminster Commission can help your authority help reach net zero cost-effectively.
12:30: Coffee, tea and networking
13:00: Welcome and protocol
13:05: What is coming up in with WCRAQ?
13:20: WCRAQ Update
13:40: Air quality in Northern Ireland: health, evidence and policy – Neil Rowland, Senior Research Fellow, Queen’s Business School (QBS)
- Discover research that has been carried out to better understand the single greatest environmental threat to public health in Northern Ireland – air pollution
- Learn how air quality improvements have been achieved over recent decades
- Understand what may need to be done to improve air quality in Northern Ireland to protect current and future generations
14:10: Questions – Ann-Marie Knegt, Creative Director Visie Communications/Jeff Shaw, Transport Manager, Ards and North Down Council
15:10: Close of event and future actions – Ann-Marie Knegt, Creative Director Visie Communications/Jeff Shaw, Transport Manager, Ards and North Down Council
18:00: Drinks reception, Sponsored by Dennis Eagle, Olympic Suite, Titanic Centre, Belfast
19:00: VIP Networking Dinner, Sponsored by Dennis Eagle, Olympic Suite, Titanic Centre, Belfast
If you want to attend, please contact Ann-Marie Knegt at [email protected]
The debate findings will be published on the WCRAQ website and the WCRAQ section of Fleet Vision International magazine. WCRAQ will recommend parliamentary questions based on the debate’s outcome and create future WCRAQ/ air quality policy strategies.
Thursday 10 October
OWL NORTHERN IRELAND, in partnership with IRTE Ireland North Centre
08:00 – 09:00: Exhibitor Set Up
09:00 – 09:50: Registration, coffee, and exhibition viewing, outside vehicle area viewing – Location: Titanic Suite, Titanic Centre, Belfast
09:50 – 10:00: Welcome and introduction – Charlene Quayle, Fleet Manager, Pivotal
10:00 – 10:20: Welcome on behalf of our Chairman – Barry Sheerman, Chairman, OWL
10:20 – 10:40: Welcome on behalf of OWL – Discover the benefits of the OWL Partnership – Jason Airey, MD, CMS SupaTrak
10:40 – 11:00: Volvo Trucks TBC – Umar Sharif, Electromobility Insight and Support Manager, Volvo Trucks
11:00 – 12:00: OWL vehicle and equipment demonstrations and exhibitor meet and greet
- Learn how the latest vehicle technology can benefit your operation during live demonstrations
- Find out solutions you can implement to reduce emissions and save fuel.
- See how driver management software can increase performance and optimise your fleet.
12:00 – 12:30: Break and exhibition viewing
12:30 – 12:50: Hydrogen – The practical potential for the logistics industry – Alwyn Campbell, MD, Advanced Energy Management
- Find out how we can utilise our own waste to create low-carbon hydrogen to fuel the HGV / HVD industry.
- Understand the sector’s responsibilities about Scope 3 Emissions and how they will impact your business.
- Ensure you understand the most appropriate renewable fuel for your business and attain the optimal benefit from the conversion.
12:50 – 13:10: Insights into electrification adoption – Nathan Wilson, Account & Area Sales Manager | United Kingdom & Republic of Ireland, Alisson Transmission
- Find out about the truth about what will happen to EV adoption.
- Discover the benefits of EVs for air quality.
- Learn about Allison Transmission’s role in moving the industry forward.
13:10 – 13:40: Beyond the hype – AI and machine learning in video telematics – Liam O’Malley, EMEA Sales Director, Sensata|Insights
- Discover how video telematics makes a real difference in managing driver behaviour and improving driving standards.
- Find out how ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) and AI technology in dashcams address different safety scenarios.
- See how DVR and multi-cam systems enable innovative solutions for HGV fleets, including new standards and regulatory compliance.
13:40 – 14:10: Panel discussion: Overcoming the challenges of transitioning to EVs and setting up a charging infrastructure in Northern Ireland – Host – Michael Hutchinson, Lecturer in Motor Vehicle, SERC
- Learn what the specific Northern Irish challenges are for transitioning to electric vehicles.
- Find out how to overcome safety, planning, and financial problems when setting up a depot charging infrastructure.
- Hear about EV success stories from leaders in the sector and learn about the road to net zero.
Panel members:
- Jeff Shaw, Transport Manager, Ards and North Down Council
- Jason Airey, MD, CMS SupaTrak
- Charlene Quayle, Fleet Manager, Pivotal
- Simon McCulloch, Technical Sales Manager, Dennis Eagle
- Amy Stokes, Head of Electromobility, Volvo Trucks UK & Ireland
14:10 – 15:10: Close of conference, Lunch and exhibition viewing | Charlene Quayle, Fleet Manager, Pivotal
Vehicle/Equipment Demos
Check out our vehicle and equipment demonstrations at various times throughout the day.
Exhibition
OWL brings together suppliers from the waste, transport and logistics industries to develop products and services that are truly integrated. Some of the exhibitors that will be at the OWL Northern Ireland event:
Lunch – It’s on Us!
There IS such a thing as a FREE LUNCH! In addition to serving you with a delicious two-course lunch you will also be provided with tea/coffee and pastries during the morning break.
