More competition, more fuel options, more compliance and more technology-based disruption characterises the transport sector revolution currently under way.
In the pursuit of efficiency, New Zealand’s fleet will need to keep up with and adapt to the new transport ecosystem in order to thrive and survive, according to the organisers of the Transport Fuels and Fleet Management Summit.
They say that fleet managers and transport sector stakeholders from across the country will descend on SkyCity, in Auckland, for the two-day summit on October 18/19.
Some of the main reasons for the gathering will be to discuss major transport energy and fleet-management trends and opportunities, issues such as low-emission transport solutions, how connected vehicles and roads affect business, and the biggest improvement options for fleet management.
The conference will discuss how fleet sharing will affect freight and people movements. Also on the agenda will be the consequences of the new health and safety laws for a fleet manager/owner as well and new vehicle and engine technologies that provide the best fleet management results.
Sector leaders and experts
Sector leaders and subject-matter experts will share insights and opinions on what the revolution means for fleet managers, individual organisations, and New Zealand as a whole.
Fonterra’s heavy vehicle fleet manager, Phil Bixley, will share some of the key initiatives that have led to a 10% improvement in fuel consumption, including a telematics roll-out and driver training.
New Zealand Bus chief executive officer Zane Fulljames will take some time to provide more details on the groundbreaking $30-million urban bus transport investment using the Wrightspeed technology.
Leaders from the Motor Industry Association, the Road Transport Forum, the Motor Trade Association and the AA will all share their views on a leaders’ panel discussing the biggest threats and opportunities for the sector.
Fuels and Fleet Expo
Sponsors of the event include foundation partner EECA, and gold sponsors VINZ and SG Fleet. The event also features an industry exhibition in which a large number of industry organisations provide an opportunity to connect, catch up and learn.
Special rates available
The event is partnered with a number of key transport industry associations including RTANZ, the NZ Trucking Association, the Road Transport Forum, the Bus and Coach Association and the Rental Vehicle Association of New Zealand. Fleet managers who are members of these industry organisations can access a discounted delegate pass. Members should contact their association for details.
To find the full programme and to register, go to fuels.co.nz.
