VIDEO CONTENT: The inaugural Innovation and Technology in Transport (ITT Hub) event made its debut last week (30 June-1 July 2021) – the largest show of its kind in 40 years – to spearhead the future of transport and revolutionise the commercial vehicle market as the industry transitions to net zero emissions and strives to reach maximum efficiency.
Held at Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre, which has led the way in the UK’s safe return of face-to-face events of this size, the exhibition was attended by 4,000 industry professionals working within the transport industry, including engineers, managing directors, government and major influencers.
Over 150 exhibitors packed out the significant 45,000 sqm indoor and outdoor venue space, showcasing a breath-taking range of high-tech products and services, while a Government Hub was attended by several government departments and agencies.
The outside Ride & Drive experiences on offer proved a popular attraction with visitors. More than 20 manufacturers, including Fiat, Ford, IVECO and DAF Trucks, showcased their ground-breaking vehicles, infrastructure and technology, while Volta Trucks debuted the Volta Zero, the world’s first purpose-built full-electric 16-tonne commercial vehicle created specifically for city centre logistics, and Wrightbus showcased the launch of its first hydrogen fuelled double deck bus.
Mark Griffin, CEO at ITT Hub, said: “What a brilliant inauguration for ITT Hub. We were thrilled to welcome thousands of visitors, exhibitors and speakers to the event to explore the future of transport and tackle the challenges we face together as an industry.
“We have been overwhelmed with the positive response from the show and, after just one event, ITT Hub has already been established as a vital platform for anyone working in transport.
“As part of our growth strategy, we are curating a portfolio of recycling and waste management, cold chain storage and distribution, plus even more of the energy and charging technology infrastructure experts for next year’s event. These additions to our exhibition and programme are the next logical step in the development of the all year round ITT Hub activity and I can’t wait to show the industry what we are going to do next.”
Gareth Rogers, CEO of Farnborough International, added: “This was a remarkable debut for ITT Hub and we are thrilled we could partner with the team at Binswood Media to deliver an event of such resounding success.
“ITT Hub is a pioneering platform for the transport industry, which will see the launch of revolutionary innovations, landmark government announcements and invaluable relationship building amongst industry leaders.
“The future of the event is bright and, as the new owners of ITT Hub, we are looking forward to continuing our collaboration with Mark Griffin and utilising our exceptional expertise and resources to grow ITT Hub into the leading event and news channel in the sector.”
Kevin Green, Marketing & Communications Director at Logistics UK, comments: “The Future Logistics Conference was an incredible success, with an unrivalled line up of speakers – including senior representatives from National Grid, Highways England, Zemo Partnership, Renault Trucks UK & Ireland, and, of course, Major Tim Peake – who all shared their unique insights and expertise to help industry and government on the road to net zero emissions, and to tackle challenges such as the growing skills shortage.
“I cannot wait to come back in May 2022 to see the vast progress industry and government will have made towards decarbonisation in that time, and once again, gather to examine and challenge the forces shaping this vital sector.”
Exhibitor Carlos Rodrigues, Managing Director of Renault Trucks UK & Ireland, comments: “ITT Hub was a great show – I will certainly be looking forward to coming back next year. We had more than 60 or 70 customers take part in the Ride & Drive so that has been a great experience. Thank you to all the people that make the show happen.”
ITT Hub and the Future Logistics Conference will be returning to Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre next year, with dates confirmed of 11 – 12 May 2022.
For more information, please visit www.itthub.co.uk/
About Farnborough International
A champion of innovation, Farnborough International is the go-to destination and organisation for the pioneers of today and tomorrow. Farnborough International runs some of the world’s most prestigious aerospace and business events, including the famous Farnborough International Airshow. Covering 20,000sqm of event space, its Exhibition and Conference Centre offers a multi-functional venue with flexible spaces and has been purpose-built for the hosting of large-scale events.
With a newly built venue, a rich history founded at the birthplace of aviation, and a working airfield as a backdrop, Farnborough International offers a world class flexible canvas to tailor-make experiences from intimate to large scale. Farnborough International aims to connect audiences and partners and drive business growth.
Served by strong national and international travel links, the venue can be reached in just 35 minutes by train from London Waterloo or by car from the M3. For those travelling by air, Heathrow is only 30 minutes away and Gatwick 50 minutes by car. Farnborough Airport, adjacent to the venue, is one of Europe’s leading business airports. For more information, please visit www.farnborough.com
About Binswood Media
Binswood Media is a trusted and forward-thinking events and media company founded by Mark Griffin in 2018. Its portfolio includes ITT Hub, the UK’s ground-breaking event which supports the government’s decarbonisation plan and the ITT Hub.net news channel which brings the road-based transport sector together, as industry professionals navigate the innovation and technology needed on the road the net zero. For more information, please visit www.itthub.co.uk
About Logistics UK
Logistics UK is one of the UK’s leading business groups, representing logistics businesses which are vital to keeping the UK trading, and more than seven million people directly employed in the making, selling and moving of goods. With COVID-19, Brexit, new technology and other disruptive forces driving change in the way goods move across borders and through the supply chain, logistics has never been more important to UK plc. For more information, please visit www.logistics.org.uk
