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SMMT Open Forum
Wednesday 18 March 2015
Leicester Tigers Rugby Club, Aylestone Road LE2 7TR
SMMT, the 'S' symbol and the ‘Driving the motor
industry’ brandline are trademarks of SMMT Ltd
SMMT Open Forum Agenda
Time Subject Speaker
08:30 – 10:00
Registration and networking
10:00 – 10:10 Welcome Mike Hawes, Chief Executive, SMMT
Session 1
10:10 – 10:20
10:20 – 10:35
10:35 – 10:50
10:50 – 11:00
11:00 – 11:15
11:15 – 11:30
Automotive Council activities:
Automotive Investment Organisation update on
improving the UK supply base
Upcoming Fuels Road Map and Technology Group
2015 activities
Supply Chain Group activities for 2015
Latest OEM opportunities
Business Environment and Skills Group – Automotive
Industrial Partnership
Panel discussion
Lawrence Davies, Deputy CEO,
Automotive Investment Organisation. Neville Jackson, Chief Technology &
Innovation Officer, Ricardo plc and Deputy
Chair of the Technology Group
Simon Moger, Head of Government
Programmes, Jaguar Land Rover and
Supply Chain Group Member
Prof Jon King, Manager, Research and
Development, Tata Steel
José Lopes, Head of Technical Excellence,
Jaguar Land Rover and Chair of Automotive
Industrial Partnership
All (Mike Hawes facilitator)
11:30 – 12:00 Coffee break and networking
Session 2
12:00 – 12:20
12:20 - 12:35
12:35 – 12:50
12:50 - 13:10
13:10 – 13:25
Industry production outlook:
European Car and Light Commercial Vehicle Production Outlook
Supplier perspective:
UK investment: Nifco Ltd
UK investment: Automotive Insulations
Automotive 2025: Industry without borders
Panel discussion and closing remarks
Ian Henry, Director, AutoAnalysis
Mike Matthews MBE, Managing Director &
European Operations Officer, Nifco UK Ltd
Jim Griffin, CEO, Autins Group
Paul Smith, Associate Partner, IBM
Global Business Services
All (Mike Hawes facilitator)
13:25 – 15:00 Lunch and networking
Session 3
14:00 – 14:30 Advanced Propulsion Centre
Tony Pixton, Chief Executive, Advanced
Propulsion Centre
Speaker Profiles
Session One Speakers
Lawrence Davies, Deputy CEO - Automotive Investment Organisation
The Automotive Investment Organisation (AIO) was set up in September 2013, as a key deliverable
of the Automotive Industrial Strategy. The AIO’s primary objective is to leverage the current strength
of the UK automotive sector and attract further investment, in particular to fill the significant gaps in
the UK supply chain identified by the Automotive Council. The AIO also has responsibility for
supporting the UK’s automotive sector to export. AIO works together with the Department of
Innovation and Skills (BIS), the SMMT and the Automotive Council to promote the UK industry and
engage with international investors.
Lawrence is the Deputy CEO and is tasked to drive the Supply chain engagement and achieve the
targets set by the Automotive Council. Before joining the AIO Lawrence was the Director of
Purchasing and Supply Chain at GM UK.
Neville Jackson
Chief Technology and Innovation Officer - Ricardo plc
Neville Jackson is the Chief Technology and Innovation Officer for Ricardo plc. In his current role
Neville is responsible for developing the future global vision of automotive and energy technology at
Ricardo and for the strategy and planning for internally funded research and development. A
graduate of Imperial College London, his career has included 32 years at Ricardo focused on
research and technology demonstration programmes covering advanced combustion engines,
hybrid systems and energy recovery technologies.
Neville is the Deputy Chair of the UK Automotive Council Technology Group, Vice Chairman of the
European Road Transport Research Advisory Council (ERTRAC) and a member of the Advisory
Board for the European Green Vehicles Initiative (EGVI). He is also Chair of the Advisory Group for
the UK Advanced Propulsion Centre, a visiting Professor at the University of Brighton and a Fellow
of the UK Royal Academy of Engineering.
Simon Moger Head of Government Programmes - Jaguar Land Rover Limited Simon joined Jaguar Land Rover in 2011, and is responsible for leading JLR's commercial negotiations with Government agencies, as well as being a member of the Automotive Council Supply Chain Group. Before joining JLR, Simon lived and worked around the world with SMEs within the automotive sector, as both a tier 1 and tier 2 supplier to many of the major LCV manufacturers. At JLR, his Government Programmes team includes a division focused on supporting JLR Supply Chain expansion and inward investment into the UK, working closely with both the Automotive Council and Automotive Investment Organisation. Simon recently set up a Skills Programmes team at JLR, which is responsible for working with suppliers to ensure training best practices and programmes are shared horizontally and vertically within the supply base, to help provide an appropriately skilled and sustainable UK workforce.
Session Two Speakers
José Lopes CEng FIET FIMechE
Head of Technical Excellence - Jaguar Land Rover Limited
Jo Lopes joined what became Jaguar Land Rover as a graduate in 1989. He has worked within
Research and Development in different Engineering roles, on Land Rover and Jaguar projects.
As Head of Technical Excellence, he has responsibility for developing and nurturing engineering skills
and competencies within the company. This responsibility includes that new engineering graduates
and apprentices are given the necessary skills to support future growth.
Jo is chair of the Skills Work Group of Automotive Council and the chair of the Automotive Industrial
Partnership; working across the automotive sector with Government to deliver required skills for
sustainable growth.
He is a Chartered Engineer, has a Master of Philosophy in Applied Physics and is a Fellow of the
Institution of Engineering & Technology, and a Fellow of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.
Ian Henry
Director – AutoAnalysis
Ian Henry is owner and director of AutoAnalysis. He has been analysing trends in European car
production for nearly 30 years and has provided the SMMT's production outlook service for nearly ten
years.
Ian has worked for some of the major car companies, tier 1s and a number of tier 2 suppliers on a
variety of consulting projects, as well as writing extensively for the automotive business press. As well
as production forecasting he is a specialist in mapping supply chains throughout the automotive sector
and has a detailed knowledge of several complex component markets, including seating, cockpits,
lighting, airbags and engines and engine components such as turbochargers.
Ian is a graduate of Cambridge University and has an MBA from Henley. Currently he is also studying at
King’s College London, is a regular speaker at SMMT events and is a member of the Automotive
Council committee looking at the UK’s International Competitiveness.
Mike Matthews
Managing Director and European Operations Officer - Nifco
Former apprentice Mike Matthews MBE was brought up on a council estate in Darlington, and has
made his way from the shop floor to the helm of one of the North East’s leading manufacturing
businesses. He is currently Managing Director and European Operations Officer of thriving automotive
component business Nifco UK Ltd.
A toolmaker by trade, Mike was appointed to his current position in 2008, making him the only non-
Japanese member of Nifco’s international board and in 2012 took on European responsibilities.
During his time with Nifco, Mike has transformed the business from one that turned over just £300,000
to what will be a £75million company by 2016. With order books full for the next five years, the
company moved into a state-of-the-art factory in Eaglescliffe in 2012, and quickly added to its floor
space with a second facility, officially opened in 2014. The company plans to employ 550 by the end
of 2015.
Session Three Speakers
Breakout Session: Advanced Propulsion Centre
Jim Griffin
Managing Director - Automotive Insulations Limited
Jim has over 20 years experience in the automotive sector having started with Automotive Insulations
(AI) as a Management Assistant before being promoted to Production Manager and then General
Manager in 1997. During 2006 Jim became Managing Director following a successful Management
Buyout.
Working with the High Value Manufacturing Group for the Warwick and Coventry Local Enterprise
Partnership Jim is supporting his belief that you have to help support your region and have influence
on local policy to support your own business goals. As Chair of the Local Advisory Committee for
Growth Accelerator, Jim has able to use this valuable program to accelerate the growth of his company
and to ensure that the program remains focused on delivering its core aims for the local businesses.
By stretching his small business so that the outward appearance to customers is one of a larger
organisation, Automotive Insulation provides fast solutions to customer issues. This is shown in the
high growth achieved since 2012.
“Our Goal is to never forget that service is priceless not matter how large we grow”
Paul Andrew Smith
Associate Partner and UK Automotive Industry Analytics Lead - IBM Global Business Services
Paul is IBMs UK lead for analytics in the automotive industry, covering all aspects from data
management and reporting through to advanced analytics and cognitive computing. He has worked
for a range of automotive clients including Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai
and Jaguar Land Rover. While leading projects addressing a wide range of business issues Paul
has worked with marketing, sales, after-sales, technical support, captive finance, IT and R&D. He is
currently focussed on rolling out and further developing IBMs “Analytics as a Service” offering.
Paul was sponsored at Birmingham University by Ford Motor Company, and after graduating in
Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing and Management he became a management consultant
with PWC Consulting before joining IBM. Previously working cross-industry, Paul has spent 15
years helping clients get business value from analytics, and was the global lead for IBMs Strategic
Pricing Community before focussing on the automotive industry.
Tony Pixton,
Chief Executive - Advanced Propulsion Centre
Tony has more than 36 years of experience in the global automotive industry bringing technology and
products to market for brands including Ford, Mazda, Land Rover and Volvo.
Prior to joining the Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC) Tony worked in Japan as Representative
Director and Assistant to the President on the Board of the Mazda Motor Corporation. His previous
roles include Executive Director of Global Product Development at Ford and Platform Director at
Volvo and Land Rover during Ford’s ownership of the brands.
From 1994 through 1998 Tony was the Chief Program Engineer responsible for the development of
the award winning Ford Focus, starting from a clean sheet of paper to production of the car that was
awarded both European and North American Car of the Year titles and has now sold more than six
million units worldwide.
Exhibition floor plan
Please take time to visit the range of interesting exhibitions.
If you are interested in exhibiting at future events please contact [email protected]
1 Gesipa Blind Riveting Systems Ltd 16 Seeburger 31
Industry Forum and Automotive Industrial Partnership
2 AE Rubber (UK) 17 Coba Plastics 32 Performance Springs Ltd
3 CMA Moldform 18 Rocket Software 33 Smithers Rapra Ltd
4 Sanmina 19 Rempower 34 Newgate Simms
5 Espace Europe Ltd 20 RNA Automation Ltd 35 Lander Automotive Ltd
6 Surface Technology 21 Sarginsons 36 Northwest Automotive Alliance
7 Titan Motorsport 22 Intertek 37 TVS Supply Chain Solutions
8 EMS Chemie UK Ltd 23 DHL Supply Chain 38 Manufacturing Advisory Service
9 Faber Recall 24 Frost EV Systems 39 Kimber Mill Forgings
10 Coventya Ltd 25 East Midland Coatings 40 SWINDON Silicon Systems
11 Titgemeyer (UK) Ltd 26 Whitford Ltd 41 Marketing Birmingham
12 Yusen Logistics (UK) 27
Tecman Speciality Materials Ltd 42
Make it Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire
13 Millbrook Proving Ground Ltd
28 Anochrome Technologies Ltd
14 Advanced Propulsion Centre
29 Independent Trustees Services Ltd
15 Sick UK Ltd 30 SMMT
AE Rubber (UK)
www.aerubber.co.uk
Stand space: 2
Anochrome Technologies
Part of the Anochrome Group
www.anochrome.com
Stand space: 28
AE Rubber (UK) Ltd supply rubber and plastic automotive components and assemblies to tier one
manufacturing facilities throughout Europe and Asia.
Last year AE Rubber (UK) Ltd supplied more than 30,000,000 rubber mouldings, mandrel formed
hoses and rubber extrusions into the automotive, white goods, hazard lighting, electronics, pumping,
aviation and specialist engineering industries.
Their UK team which is based in the East Midlands, consistently offer their customers high quality
rubber products at competitive prices, delivered where and when they need them. They believe in
long term business partnerships by getting the basics right, working with customers from concept into
mass production – helping develop robust components and business relationships.
Karl Snitch | Managing Director
[email protected] | 07970 951735
Anochrome Technologies Ltd provide a range of specialised coatings on parts of various size and
configuration, large production batches and single part orders can be accommodated.
Coating processes on site include a zinc flake dip drain rack line which can handle items from small
pressings up to large fasteners, this is mated to spray facilities allowing a variation of top coats to be
applied giving the added performance and cosmetic benefits of combination coatings.
Decorative spray coating facilities are available including robotic spray equipment with in house
assembly and logo decoration of brake callipers and other varied components.
Inline coating and curing of brake discs is also carried out on fully automated processing equipment;
hard anodising and passivation along with the application of various solid film lubricants complete the
processes available on site.
Further Anochrome Group companies support Anochrome Technologies with additional services
including automatic electro zinc, zinc flake and e-cote lines, thread locking, sealing and induction
hardening of fasteners for single source purchasing, all of which is supported with full technical back
up from the Anochrome Group main office.
Chris Gorvin | Director Business Development
[email protected] | 07794 224902
Advanced Propulsion Centre
www.apcuk.co.uk
Stand Space: 14
Automotive Industrial Partnership
Stand Space: 31
Help the Automotive Industrial Partnership address automotive skills challenges
The UK’s automotive employers and government are working together to transform the end-to-
end skills system for the sector, enabling the industry to attract and develop the current and
future skilled workforce needed to compete globally.
Developing new industry approved frameworks, qualifications and training programmes to meet
the needs of emerging technologies is a key priority.
To help the Automotive Industrial Partnership do this they need your help. If you are part of the
automotive industry, have your say on the skills we need to invest in to create a responsive and
flexible education infrastructure to support the industry’s future growth.
Your views matter, so please contact the Automotive Industrial Partnership to arrange a meeting
or take part in the on-line web survey.
Sara Bettsworth | Associate - Automotive Industrial Partnership Skills Project
[email protected] | 07786 521720
The APC exists to position the UK as a centre of excellence for low carbon propulsion
development and production. It is a £1 billion, ten-year commitment between government and
the automotive industry. The services provided by the APC enable projects which provide
profitable growth and sustainable opportunities for the partners involved and builds the UK
supply chain.
Dan Bunting | Business Development Manager
[email protected] | 02476 528 700
CMA Moldform
www.cmamoldformltd.co.uk
Stand space: 3
Coba Plastics
www.cobaplastics.co.uk
Stand Space: 17
COBA Plastics, headquartered in Leicestershire, is the specialist thermoplastic extrusion
manufacturing and moulding business within the COBA International Group located across
Europe, South Africa and Asia.
COBA Plastics is a long-established Tier 1 and OEM supplier to the automotive industry with
world class facilities and state-of-the-art technologies. COBA offer one of the largest ranges of
automotive seating trim retainers (both standard and bespoke) including COBAflex and tie down
product families for automotive seating applications. COBA has both injection and over-moulding
capabilities, and manufacture automotive seat gap fillers. Additionally, COBA design and
manufacture innovative technical components including gaskets for under-bonnet, glass and roof
applications. Their technical components support both weight and cost reduction initiatives, and
use multiple materials for functionality and performance benefits. COBA can support their
customers with project management and offer a complete in-house service from design and
development, through to serial production.
Nick Wood | European Sales Manager [email protected] | 07971 136 065
CMA Moldform is a low volume and rapid prototype production operation for many applications
from automotive and aerospace to medical and electrical industries. Using specialised two-
component resins and processes which include RIMM, pressure, vacuum and rotacasting, CMA
can produce very small and extremely large components.
Other processes include metal casting, injection moulding and vacuum-formed plastics all in
accordance with ISO 9001 Quality Standards.
TS16949:
IS14001:
ISO9001:
Ford Q1:
Peter Turnock | Managing Director
[email protected] | 0121 350 7707
Coventya Ltd
www.coventya.com
Stand Space: 10
DHL Supply Chain
www.dhl.com/automotive
Stand Space: 23
UK passenger car sales and vehicle production is forecast to grow again in 2015, and the
ambition to increase sourcing from UK suppliers means it is a positive time for the industry.
Operating a lean and resilient supply chain will be an important factor if your business is to
capitalise and that’s where DHL Supply Chain can provide the support and expertise you require.
Setting the standards for automotive logistics globally, DHL have a proven track record of
designing and operating world-class sustainable and consistent solutions that overcome complex
customer challenges. In the UK alone in excess of 5,000 colleagues, located across 33 sites,
provide logistics support to a diverse portfolio of OEMs and tier suppliers.
Their trusted automotive experts create innovative and collaborative solutions which enhance
supply chain agility, allowing their customers to focus on the core areas of their business.
DHL’s diverse range of automotive solutions include:
Our trusted automotive experts create innovative and collaborative solutions which enhance
supply chain agility, allowing our customers to focus on the core areas of their business.
Our diverse range of automotive solutions include:
Inventory and supplier management
Dedicated and shared-user storage
Domestic and regional inbound collection
services
International freight management services
Inbound to manufacturing (including kitting,
sequencing and linefeed)
Returnable packaging
Finished vehicles
LLP - Control Towers
Aftermarket operations
Martin Dougherty | Senior Director - Business Development
[email protected] | 07788 148 303
Coventya develops specialty chemicals for surface finishing in over 40 countries and across four
continents. Their products are critically enabling and add value by improving performance, reducing
cost and ensuring environmental compliance. Coventya has an extensive product portfolio, backed
by global OEM approvals that deliver competitive advantage throughout the automotive supply
chain.
Paul C Wynn | UK Sales Manager
[email protected] | 01902 797 990
East Midland Coatings
www.eastmidlandcoatings.co.uk
Stand space: 25
EMS-CHEMIE UK
EMS Grivory Business Unit www.emsgrivory.com
Stand space: 8
East Midland Coatings specialises in providing solutions to problems such as corrosion, sticking,
friction and temperature on a variety of substrates including metal, rubber and plastics. East
Midland Coatings have 30 years of experience in listening to their customers’ problems,
identifying coating solutions and successfully transferring this to prototypes, one-off orders and
all sizes of production volumes.
East Midland Coatings was established in 1984 with the aim of providing the most
comprehensive functional coating service in the UK. From their centrally located and purpose-
built facility, East Midland Coatings have built up a reputation as the premier coating solution
provider in their chosen industry sectors. This has been achieved by concentrating on the key
areas of quality and service to meet customer expectations.
With brands such as Xylan, Molykote, Excellube, Teflon, Nylon, Henkel and Zinga, East Midland
Coatings are sure to find the solution to your problem.
TS16949: Completed 1st stage – 2
nd stage due for Nov
IS14001: Aiming to be ISO14001 during 2014
ISO9001: Accredited
Ford Q1: n/a
Alan York | Sales and Marketing Manager
[email protected] | 01455 619176
EMS Grivory is the leading manufacturer of speciality polyamides; these are recognised worldwide
under the trade names Grivory®, Grilamid® and Grilon®. EMS has over 40 years of successful
experience enhancing functionality, reducing cost and added value through metal and glass
replacement. Complementing this broad range of polyamide materials is 'Long Fibre Technology'.
Long fibre reinforced materials extend the capabilities of materials to new levels; enhanced
properties at elevated temperatures allow polymers to be used in new, more demanding
applications. In existing applications long fibre technology allows for lighter, thinner walled parts to
be designed resulting in lower production costs to create value for you and your customer. EMS
Tape Technology (ETT) has been developed with endless fibres in which all the fibres are oriented
in exactly the same direction. EMS polyamide solutions can be further improved with the use of
(ETT) tapes in localised areas to further improve properties such as creep, fatigue strength,
alternating strength and pulsating fatigue strength as well as stiffness dependent on temperature.
EMS Grivory – Your innovative development partner.
Gemma McPeake | Sales Manager Automotive UK & Scandinavia
[email protected] | 07714 495 202
Espace Europe Ltd
www.espaceglobalfreight.com
Stand Space: 5
Faber Recall
www.willis.com
Stand Space: 9
Espace Europe specialises in European and worldwide freight solutions. Established in 2000,
with two UK offices, Espace specialise particularly in the delivery of time-critical freight which
accounts for 30% of their business. All time-critical deliveries are handled by our Award winning
“Freight Emergency Service.”
Espace work with a number of tier 1and tier 2 automotive companies and carry for OEMs on a
third party basis.
Espace Europe are an Associate member of the SMMT.
Tony Shally | Managing Director
[email protected] l 01543 418700
Faber Recall has worked with specialist insurers over many years to develop Product Recall
insurance solutions for automotive component parts manufacturers. Their specialist team provides
access to the Product Recall markets for SMMT members.
The following four categories of cover should be seen as the cornerstones of the Faber Recall
offering:
Public Liability
Product Liability
Product Guarantee
Financial Loss
Product Recall
George Beattie- Broker
[email protected] | 020 7558 9174
Frost EV are electrical system experts, focused in the area of low carbon vehicle technology, and
can design, develop and supply high-voltage electrical systems for all types of electrified
powertrains. Frost EV provides customers with a one-stop shop for prototype and niche
programmes including electrical engineering and design, control systems and software, design
and supply of high voltage and low voltage harnesses, vehicle integration and testing. Frost has
undertaken 18 low carbon vehicle programmes for OEMs and Tier 1s in the past three years, with
projects in car, van, bus and truck.
Frost Electronics, the sister company of Frost EV Systems, can design, develop and manufacture
electronic products to meet your specific requirements including power distribution units, DC2DC
converters and battery management systems.
As part of the Vayon Green Power group, Frost EV can also deliver Lithium Ion battery packs
designed to meet your requirements as well as bespoke on-board charging solutions.
Frost EV Systems
www.frostevsystems.co.uk
Stand Space: 24
Gesipa Blind Riveting Systems Ltd
www.gesipa.co.uk
Stand Space: 1
Greg Harris | VP Sales
[email protected] | 07718 604117
With over 50 years of designing, manufacturing and technical expertise GESIPA® are world
leaders in producing an extensive range of blind rivets, rivet nuts, rivet nut studs, associated tools
and bespoke fastening solutions.
With ISO 9001 and ISO/TS 16949:2009 accreditation, advanced machinery and professional
sales services, GESIPA® continues to secure its reputation within the industry as the preferred
manufacturer and supplier of blind fastening solutions, successfully making its mark in the
fastening sector by meeting and exceeding the demanding requirements of its national and
international customers in the automotive industry.
Nishta Anand | Marketing and Research Executive
[email protected] | 01535 212200
Industry Forum
www.industryforum.co.uk
Stand space: 31
Intertek
www.intertek.com
Stand Space: 22
Industry Forum is a leading provider of sustainable business improvement solutions to the
automotive industry. Delivering continuous sustainable results is at the heart of everything that it
does.
Through alignment with world-leading OEMs and suppliers, Industry Forum is able to offer a
complete suite of business solutions that will increase your operational performance. This may be
through process improvement based solutions or the provision of employee skills enhancement.
As part of SMMT it is dedicated to helping improve the efficiencies of the automotive industry and
offers SMMT members a discount on its services. It is a Strategic partner in the Automotive Sector
Strategy with a commitment to support clients in developing and improving their supply chain
management.
If you’re interested in understanding what it can do to support your business succeed then please
visit its stand.
Consulting expertise – interim resources – learning and development - audit and assessment
TS16949:
IS14001:
ISO9001:
Ford Q1:
Andy Lane | Marketing and Business Development Director
[email protected] | 07876 881999
Intertek is a global test, inspection and certification company, employing over 36,000 people in
1,000 individual companies in 100 countries around the world.
Its Milton Keynes powertrain test facility consists of 28 test cells and test rigs for hybrid and full
electric drivelines. A range of dynamometers are available to suit engines up to 1000 kW including
fully transient and motoring capabilities as well as high voltage battery emulators and electric
driveline testing equipment.
All the test cells are equipped with the latest generation multi-channel data logging and control
systems as well as state of the art emission measurement analysers including FTIR and particle
number measuring equipment. All test cells can be operated on a 24/7 basis as required.
Darren Carter | Business Development Manager
[email protected] | 01908 513024
Kimber Mill Forgings
www.kimbermills.com
Stand Space: 39
Lander Automotive Ltd
www.lander.co.uk
Stand Space: 35
Lander Automotive is a £40m business, supplying pipe/hose assemblies and fabricated/welded
structures to the UK and European Automotive Industry.
Their fluid transfer product range caters for all vehicle applications (water cooling, charge air
cooling, turbo feeds & drains, transmission oil cooling, dipstick & tube, HVAC, fuel fire heater,
general oil, general heater and general fuel).
From a fabricated structures perspective, Lander offer all kinds of interior and under-body
applications (full seat frames – squab / cushion / front / rear / instrument panel beams / cross car
assemblies / suspension support / body strengthening sub assemblies).
Supplying directly to many car companies and other major first tier organisations; Lander specialise
in Aluminium, Steel and Stainless Steel tube manipulation (between 4mm and 70mm diameter),
many different welding and brazing technologies, produced by Lean Manufacturing principles,
utilising the latest robot cells and flexible manpower lines (depending on volume and application)
and incorporating many additional components such as clamped and crimped hoses, brackets and
valves, mechanisms and cables, guaranteeing first class quality at competitive cost.
Through their lean technologies and dedicated team of first class Programme Managers, Engineers
and Purchasing Professionals, we are able to offer a complete cost effective package to fulfil all of
your fluid transfer or fabricated/welded structure needs.
John P Mason | Business Development Manager
[email protected] | 07971 577804
Kimber Mills are one of the last UK based forges supplying to all sectors and levels of the
automotive industry.
Established for nearly 100 years Kimber Mill supply to some of the world’s leading car / auto-
sport producers and through their supply chains.
From two plants in the Midlands the company is able to offer forging design, prototype and design
for manufacture assistance to customers thus ensuring the best forgings at the most competitive
price. All manufacture to TS16949:2002 & ISO9001:2008.
Hamish Campbell | Sales Manager
[email protected] | 07901 635054
Make it Stoke-on-Trent & Staffordshire
www.makeitstokestaffs.co.uk
Stand space: 42
Manufacturing Advisory Service Part of Business Growth Service
www.mas.businessgrowthservice.greatbusiness.gov.uk/
Stand Space: 38
The Manufacturing Advisory Service (MAS) is now part of the Business Growth Service, a
government-backed service offering support to businesses with the potential to improve and grow.
Funded by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills, we have an 80+-strong team of
Business Growth Managers with specific manufacturing expertise, working on the ground with
management teams to plan long-term strategies, improve processes, bring new products to market
and develop supply chains. Our assistance starts with a free manufacturing business review and
the development of an action plan tailored to identify and address key issues.
Helping to deliver the Industrial Strategy through Sector Support: Helping small and medium sized
businesses manage and invest in their supply chain has always been a priority. However, we are
now moving that offer forward with ReshoreUK, designed to actively support manufacturers looking
to reshore production.
We’ll engage with larger manufacturers in priority growth sectors to help build capacity to support
their expansion. MAS works with the suppliers of Tier 1s and OEMs (original equipment
manufacturers) to ensure they offer the level of performance and capability required to take
advantage of global opportunities.
Zoe Heather | Event Manager
[email protected] | 0300 303 0034
This is a place bursting with opportunity and exuding confidence. The cranes, the diggers, the
weekly “new jobs created here” headlines tell the same story. Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire is
taking off. Untapped potential includes a large, skilled and available workforce. New sites are being
brought forward. Bold city centre projects are transforming the skyline. There’s an exciting pipeline
of new development and investment. More than £2 billion is being invested over the next five years.
International investors are putting their capital in this area with major office, industrial and retail
schemes. Plans that will bring more than 31,000 new jobs are under way as part of a vision that will
transform our area. Become part of Britain’s next big success story.
TS16949:
IS14001:
ISO9001:
Ford Q1:
Chris Kirkland | Senior Investment Manager
[email protected] | Telephone 01785 854941
Marketing Birmingham
http://businessbirmingham.com/
Stand Space: 41
Millbrook Proving Ground Ltd
www.millbrook.co.uk
Stand Space: 13
Millbrook Proving Ground, one of Europe’s leading independent technology centres for the design,
engineering, test and development of automotive and propulsion systems, and a pioneer of low
carbon technologies.
Millbrooks custom-built facility provides virtually every test, validation and Homologation service
necessary for today's demanding programmes, complemented by a worldwide reputation for
confidentiality, service and competitiveness.
Millbrook also engineer, develop and build low-volume service vehicles, trial and evaluate vehicle
capability, investigate in-service failures and provide specialist Driver Training. An on-going
investment programme continues to enhance their ability to deliver test procedures significantly in
advance of planned legislation, to reduce programme costs and timescales (particularly for world-
car programmes) and to provide test and development solutions for new technologies such as roll-
over protection, Hybrid powertrains and fuel cell systems.
The same highly skilled teams that support engineering programmes with many of the world's most
prestigious vehicle manufacturers, are available to fleets and end users in specialist areas such as
LPG Vehicle Conversions and Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA).
Ben Rodger-Brown | Business Development Manager
[email protected] | 01525 408215 | 07775 825026
Committed to the automotive sector and supply chain, Business Birmingham is one of the
region’s inward investment programmes and the link to establishing or growing a company’s
presence in Greater Birmingham.
By working as a strategic partner with local, national and global businesses, we can provide a
comprehensive package of support services for the automotive supply chain to help ensure that
companies can:
Grow sales
Improve competitiveness and productivity
Boost profitability
Close the skills gap
Raise quality
TS16949:
IS14001:
ISO9001:
Ford Q1:
David Shepherd | Sector Relationship Manager (Automotive)
[email protected] | 0121 202 5093
Newgate Simms
www.newgatesimms.co.uk
Stand space: 34
Northwest Automotive Alliance
www.nwautoalliance.com
Stand space: 36
A key problem-solving resource for automotive manufacturers and their suppliers, Newgate Simms
has a range of niche chemicals, antifriction coatings and synthetic lubricants available.
Be it electronic connector lubricants to prevent fretting corrosion and water ingress in vehicle
circuitry, to water based fluids to prevent automotive interior trim noise, and even mechanical wear
tasks such as a high spec ball joint grease, Newgate will work on new design projects or help to
solve field issues/containment projects.
Newgate excels in assisting automotive component manufacturers extend the functional life of
electrical and mechanical devices utilising its wide range of chemical and lubricant solutions.
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Peter Wilks | Technical Support
[email protected] | 01244 660771
Based in North West England, the Northwest Automotive Alliance (NAA) is an independent, not-for-
profit company which provides a membership service combined with a project management delivery
function to the automotive community. The NAA supports micro-companies through to the local
global vehicle manufacturers, offering a diverse service using its established networks. This
includes the provision of training, events, funding applications and strategic, business and technical
advice.
Martyn Cray | Business Development Manager
[email protected] | 07717 834 792
Performance Springs Ltd
www.performancesprings.co.uk
Stand Space: 32
Rempower Ltd
www.rempower.co.uk
Stand Space: 19
Performance Springs Ltd is a specialist designer and manufacturer of high duty and high
precision springs and is at the leading edge of spring technology and innovation. Working closely
with global OEMs, engine design houses and aftermarket companies, all parts are manufactured
to customer order. The applications range from passenger cars, race cars, motorcycles,
commercial vehicles, off-road vehicles to the world’s largest diesel engines.
Our compression springs can be found in:
Powertrain systems - engine valve, fuel injection, gearbox and clutches
Drivetrain assemblies - suspension, braking and steering systems.
Performance Springs Ltd is the best choice for high fatigue and safety critical applications and we
enjoy the challenge of solving the most difficult spring application problems
Paul Caine | Sales Manager
[email protected] | 01253 716900 | 07860 953 747
Rempower has a strong reputation taking responsibility for a part of the supply chain, leaving
customers to focus on their core business, without having to worry about sub- assembly supplies.
We source from nominated suppliers or search for the best quality and cost components
worldwide. Rempower assemble, test, kit and pack in our fully-accredited UK factories and
deliver as scheduled to our customers’ production lines or distribution centres.
Whether it is assembly, testing or aftermarket kitting and packing, the Rempower workforce is
dedicated to providing outstanding quality and service. With over 230 employees located in
Birmingham, Derby and head office in Coventry, Rempower Ltd has positioned itself as key tier 1
supplier to Original Equipment Manufacturers and the UK aftermarket sector. Rempower support
customer product offerings through developing strong strategic relationships across multi
functions of their business. At its roots Rempower Ltd are fully focused in being a corporate
responsible employer.
Jez Hunt | Key Account Manager
RNA Automation Ltd
www.rnaautomation.com
Stand Space: 20
Rocket Software
www.rocketsoftware.com/solutions/intelligent-information-logistics
Stand Space: 18
RNA are specialists in the supply of special purpose machinery, providing industry with nearly
2000 systems annually. Alongside their world renowned range of feeders, RNA can offer a unique
range of standard and customised automation solutions.
RNA have in house R&D capability combined with the strength of their standard core products:
Collaborative Robot Solutions
Automation Solutions
Robotic Systems
Vision Inspection Systems
Feeding and Handling
Alan Edmonds | Head of Technical Sales
[email protected] | 01217492566
Automotive businesses rely on an ever increasing complex flow of information across global
boundaries and dispersed supply and partner chain communities.
Rocket help Automotive businesses to maximise the value of their data to ensure growth whilst :
Boosting the productivity of their global work teams
Maximising and tracking supply chain performance
Automating information centric process and approvals which involve external elements
Reducing risk and delay by ensuring shared data and intellectual property is secure, audit trailed and timely throughout its journey
Meeting expected Automotive protocols and standards
Learn more how Rocket software empower many of the worlds OEM's and Tier suppliers
Paul Winn | Sales Account Executive
[email protected] | 07956 971512
Sanmina www.Sanmina.com
Stand Space: 4
Sarginsons
www.sarginsons.com
Stand Space: 21
Sanmina Corporation makes some of the most complex and innovative electronic and
mechanical products in the world.
As a leading integrated manufacturing services company with revenue totalling USD $6.22 for
2014, located across over 75 Global manufacturing sites supported by over 550 design
engineers and 2,000 plus manufacturing Engineers. Sanmina provide an optimum supply
chain and the lowest cost product to suit all their customer requirements.
Sanmina are here today promoting their UK cable capability which provides custom design,
NPI, full product development, technology transfer focused on the Automotive Medical and
Industrial markets compliant to TS16949, ISO13485, ISO 14001, ISO 9001.
Steven Blyth | Business Development Manager
[email protected] | 07793246248
Sarginsons have been at the forefront of aluminium diecasting in the UK for over 75 years. Their
Coventry business is one of the few European foundries to offer the three complimentary casting
processes of low pressure, gravity and sand from one site. Supported by the latest magma flow
simulation software and comprehensive finishing and assembly services.
Sarginsons pride themselves on being able to deliver the most complex and technically
challenging, safety critical components, quickly and cost effectively.
On site core making, X-ray, dye penetrant and material analysis, supports their team of skilled
engineers, working with their clients from prototype design concepts through to volume
production utilising the most suitable casting method. Thus optimising manufacturing
repeatability, within time scale and to budget.
From their heritage in gravity and sand casting, Sarginsons now have three low pressure casting
machines. This process not only allows for the casting to be manufactured with hollow sections,
thus reducing material mass, but also with superior metallurgical properties, which allows for the
metal to be heat treated for greater strength. The two properties required by automotive
manufacturers to produce high integrity safety critical lightweight components.
Roy Sims | Chief Executive
[email protected] | 02476 466291
SEEBURGER
www.seeburger.co.uk
Stand Space: 16
Sick UK Ltd
www.sick.com/gb/en/
Stand Space: 15
SEEBURGER integrates the automotive industry.
A central corporate platform provides a hub for connecting business partners and integrating
business processes worldwide.
Suitable for every size of enterprise and for the exchange of any data between partners, internal
applications or processes, the suite supports all communication channels including EDI, web,
paper and email.
SEEBURGER has over 9,500 customers which include Bentley, BMW, Volvo, Magna, Federal
Mogul, Faurecia, Bosch Rexroth AG, Pirelli, GKN.
Nick Newby-Ricci | Senior Account Manager
[email protected] | 0208 564 3912
Smithers Rapra Ltd
www.smithersrapra.com
Stand Space: 33
Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT)
www.smmt.co.uk
Stand space: 30
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) exists to support and promote the
interests of the UK automotive industry at home and abroad. Working closely with member
companies, SMMT acts as the voice of the motor industry, promoting its position to government,
stakeholders and the media. Through representation to government at home and abroad, national
and international events, reliable automotive data and practical advice, SMMT plays a central role in
the working life of the motor industry.
Whether the industry is your business or it impacts on your organisation in any way, SMMT can
deliver real business benefits to help your company meet the challenges of the future. SMMT
membership provides access to a wealth of products and services designed to develop and support
your business.
As part of one of the UK’s most influential trade associations, membership will place your business
at the heart of the automotive sector, giving you a stronger voice in shaping policy and legislation
across the UK and Europe.
Tim Hughes | Membership Account Manager
[email protected] | 07912 579194
Smithers Rapra is a global leader in rubber, plastics and polymer testing, focused on the tyre,
industrial, automotive, consumer and medical industries.
Testing is tailored to an individual company's requirement and a variety of physical tests assess
material properties against abrasion, fatigue, impact and stress and their performance in products
in particular conditions. Advanced laboratories undertake a variety of tasks including material
identification and characterization using a range of advanced techniques.
James Cooke | Business Development Manager
[email protected] | 07801 340 455
Surface Technology
www.surfacetechnology.co.uk
Stand Space: 6
SWINDON Silicon Systems
www.swindonsilicon.co.uk
Stand Space: 40
Surface Technology has developed a wide range of innovative surface treatments and finishes that
are specified by leading automotive manufacturers around the world.
Working closely with OEMs and Tier 1 automotive supply chain manufacturers Surface Technology
provide unrivalled technical knowledge and expertise, offering an extensive range of surface coatings
to address the key issues of corrosion, friction control, porosity, wear and abrasion resistance.
Surface Technology’s high performance zinc and zinc alloy finishes are widely used to prevent
corrosion and their Ultraseal resin impregnation systems are used to seal porosity and improve
engine performance, quality and life expectancy.
Surface Technology apply specialist Zinc Nickel coatings to components used in power steering, air
suspension and brake systems. Providing excellent corrosion resistance over the entire component
surface, whilst offering a ductile surface which can be post formed into a final shape.
Surface Technology also offer consultancy and managed services to customers on a global basis.
They can design, build and operate surface finishing plant on the customer’s behalf – or work with the
customer to improve the quality and efficiency of your existing operations.
John Millar | Sales Director
[email protected] | 0845 450 0870
ISO9001
TS16949:
IS14001:
ISO9001:
Ford Q1:
Since 1978 SWINDON Silicon Systems has been supplying the electronics industry with high
performance, cost effective, mixed signal ASIC solutions using the latest CMOS, BiCMOS and
SiGe technologies available.
SWINDONs sole mission is to deliver optimum analogue, digital and mixed signal solutions,
combining the highest performance at the lowest cost with unrivaled quality in all of their
customer’s ASICs.
SWINDON are experts in the development of ultra-low power, high speed ASICs for a wide range
of Automotive and industrial applications.
SWINDON has developed a reputation of high quality designs and extremely low field failure rate
products. Our core engineering team alone boasts more than 350 years of Analogue, Digital and
Mixed Signal IC design experience, coupled with an in house wafer probe / ATE testing
facility, provides its customers with levels of service and quality unparalleled in the industry.
Carl Hudson | Business Development Manager
[email protected] | 01793 649456
Tecman Speciality Materials Ltd
www.tecmanuk.com
Stand Space: 27
Titgemeyer (UK) Ltd
www.titgemeyer.co.uk
Stand Space: 11
Tecman Speciality Materials Ltd provide advanced automotive bonding and sealing solutions to tier
1 and tier 2 automotive suppliers for interior, exterior, electronics and masking and protection
applications.
Working as conversion partners for some of the world’s largest adhesive tape manufacturers,
including 3M, tesa and Avery Dennison, Tecman design, deliver and develop products for all
aspects of the automotive industry. Often working in collaboration with OEM’s Design Engineers to
tailor processes and deliver solutions which maximise efficiency and minimise costs for the end
application.
Focused on weight reduction, rapid assembly and enhanced performance, Tecman’s engineering
knowledge, combined with ongoing research into new materials and processes, constantly break
new ground. With world class capabilities and innovative creative thinking, the bonding and sealing
solutions developed by Tecman’s Application Engineers have enhanced applications for over 20
years.
TS16949:
IS14001:
ISO9001:
Ford Q1:
Kevin Porter | UK Manager
[email protected] | 01926 337466
The Titgemeyer Group has been an active and innovative supplier to the European automotive
industry for many years. Application solutions have been the cornerstone of partnerships with many
leading OEM and 1st tier suppliers. Now Titgemeyer are expanding their activities to include the UK
car manufacturing industry. Titgemeyer (UK) Ltd is approved to ISO/TS 16949:2009 for the
'development and manufacturing of fastener systems' and is a member of the SMMT.
Find out more at www.titgemeyer.co.uk
Kelvin Davies | Automotive Projects Manager
[email protected] | (0)7436271666
Titan Motorsports
www.titan.uk.net
Stand Space: 7
TVS Supply Chain Solutions
www.tvsscs.com
Stand space: 37
TVS Supply Chain Solutions is a global Automotive and Industrial parts and supply chain specialist.
TVS partner with over 3000 worldwide suppliers by providing a solution to OEM's and Tier 1
companies in the autoindustrial and defence sectors in the UK, Europe and across the globe.
Their range of service options include:
Supplier Management and Product
Sourcing
Supplier Identification and
Representation
Vendor Managed Inventory
Kitting
Bonding
Value Added Assembly
Sequencing
Quality Inspection
Product Data Management
Technical Publications
Value Added Warehousing
Same Day Logistics
Demand Forecasting and
Inventory Planning
For over 100 years, TVS have developed their knowledge and experience in logistics and supply
chain management.
Their global customer base includes General Motors, Ford, Tata, Cummins, Perkins, BMW,
Renault, Federal Mogul, Dennis Eagle, the Ministry of Defence, Optare, Chrysler and Isuzu.
Siobhan Campbell | Marketing Manager
[email protected] | 01257 265531
Titan specialises in the design, manufacture and assembly of mechanical components for the
automotive industry.
With a wide selection of CNC milling and turning work centres, as well as clean assembly facilities,
Titan offers a full service to support prototype development and design, through to full production.
The company started over 40 years ago as a race car constructor, but quickly developed into
component design and production as demand from competitors on the track grew. Whilst the profile
of the business has changed significantly, Titan still offers a responsive and proactive approach to
working on product and component development.
Full ISO9001:2008 accredited, and holding many customer specific accreditations for automotive
production, quality is central to Titan’s business.
Areas of particular speciality include; engine, chassis, suspension and drivetrain solution.
Zoe Timbrell | Sales and Marketing Manager
[email protected] | 01480 474402
Whitford Ltd
www.whitfordww.com
Stand Space: 26
Yusen Logistics (UK)
www.eur.yusen-logistics.com
Stand space: 12
Through their experience in providing inbound and internal logistics solutions to automotive
manufacturers, Yusen Logistics has in-depth understanding of the lean manufacturing environment
and the challenges throughout the automotive supply chain. Yusen offer a full range of logistics
capabilities in support of OEMs and tiered automotive suppliers. Their services range from the
management and fulfilment of inbound logistics services, off-site warehouse operations including sub
assembly, kitting, sequencing and on-site logistics through to the planning for a new model launch or
support for a company’s emerging market strategy.
Yusen have invested heavily in developing specialist global resources and expertise across the
modes of air, road and sea to successfully manage international supply chains which have increased
in complexity and length, ensuring your parts and materials get to the correct place at the correct
time.
At all times Yusen remain focused on reducing your costs and removing inefficiencies from your
supply chain processes in line with the commitment to continuous improvement and Kaizen which
form a fundamental part of their business philosophy.
TS16949:
IS14001:
ISO9001:
Whitford believes that the way to a better product is to start with a specific problem, and then create a
bonded lubricating coating designed to solve it:
Low/controlled friction
Outstanding abrasion, corrosion and chemical resistance
Excellent weathering
Very low noise
High load-bearing capabilities
Conductive/insulating properties
Water- or solvent-borne technology
Whitford works to the ISO/TS 16949 and ISO/TS 14001 Environmental Standards.
TS16949:
IS14001:
ISO9001:
Ford Q1:
Roy Harrison | Sales Manager – Anti-Friction Coatings
[email protected] | 07803 265100
Stuart Padfield | General Manager – Business Development
[email protected] | 07887 630284
Independent Trustee Services Ltd www.itslimited.org.uk/ Stand Space: 29 Independent Trustee Services Ltd (ITS) provide expert professional support & guidance to the
Trustees and Sponsors of Defined Benefit Pension Schemes.
ITS work with a number of schemes in the automotive sector including SMMT members to help
them reduce the liabilities, reduce investment risk and improve returns, with the overall aim of
getting to a point where the scheme can be transferred to an insurer at a price the sponsor can
afford. Most of these schemes are in deficit which results in increasing repayments that are a
burden on the sponsor and in extreme cases can pose a threat to the viability of the business.
A key component of all ITS do is to ensure that as well as working with fellow trustees and the
sponsor ITS ensure that the beneficiaries’ interests are protected too.
ITS joined the SMMT as we have an increasing number of clients in the automotive sector and we
wanted to further understand their needs.
Peter Askins
[email protected] | 0207 1732698
The trade association for the UK automotive industry
Business development at
home and abroad
Political engagement in
the UK and overseas
UK and international
market intelligence
Business support services
for manufacturers
For more information about membership please contact
THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS AND TRADERS LIMITED
SMMT, 71 Great Peter Street, London, SW1P 2BN
T +44 (0)20 7235 7000 F +44 (0)20 7235 7112