SMAS National Conference: A Manufacturing Future for Scotland

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The Scottish Manufacturing Advisory Service (SMAS) National Conference returns in 2016.
A Manufacturing Future for Scotland at the Westerwood Hotel on 7 & 8 September will bring together the ‘who’s who’ in manufacturing to help shape the vision for the future of the sector.

Sponsored by Bank of Scotland, the event is designed to inspire, influence and share expertise across all company sizes and manufacturing sectors.

A packed programme of site visits and a high profile gala dinner on Day 1 is followed by an inspiring day of world class keynote speakers, panel sessions and practical workshops on Day 2, all designed to help you to improve operational efficiency and make your business more competitive.

Your choice of ‘how to’ workshops will showcase some of the most successful producers and manufacturers in Scotland, who will give you practical hints and tips to take back to your business.

Confirmed workshops and practitioners include:

  • Supply Chain – Robert, Hopkin, executive director, The Railway Alliance
  • Leadership – High Speed Sustainable Manufacturing Institute Ltd (HSSMI) with Ford Motor Group
  • Investment – Alaistair Lamond, managing director and Thomas Lapsley, operations director, Lamond and Murray Ltd
  • Energy Efficiency – Neil Freckingham, operations director, Macphies of Glenbervie
  • Technology & Innovation – Scottish Institute of Remanufacture with Cummins Diesel Recon


Other key conference highlights include:

  • Confirmed keynote from Dr Hamid Mughal, global director of manufacturing, Rolls-Royce plc
  • Economic update from Rhys Herbert, senior macroeconomist, Commercial Banking, Lloyds Bank
  • Guest speaker from Cologne-based wheels and castors manufacturer, TENTE International
  • Dynamic exhibition and programme of fringe events on Day 2

For more information, or to book a stand, visit www.smas2016.co.uk