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CPA to discuss industry challenges

8 February 2023

CPA to discuss industry challenges

Given the global economic and social turbulence in the wake of Covid-19, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and steep energy price rises, it’s appropriate that the CPA’s 2023 Conference will have ‘Facing the Challenges in the Plant-hire Sector’ as its theme.

The event will be held on Thursday, 9 November at its established venue of the Heart of England Conference and Events Centre in Fillongley, near Coventry.

Association Chief Executive Kevin Minton said: “We felt that this year’s conference should address the core issues that are of importance right now to CPA members and the wider construction industry, such as the rising cost of fuel and energy, critical supply chain shortages and the difficulties of attracting new recruits to the industry. 

“We’re in the process of devising a packed, topical agenda with panel debates and case studies to allow delegates to come away with a deeper understanding as to how they can tackle some of the challenges they currently face.”

As in previous years, the panel debates will be steered by event convenor Merryn Myatt, a former BBC news presenter and journalist.

Conference delegates will also be able to engage with a number of construction plant equipment manufacturers, suppliers and construction services providers in an exhibition area in the hall. More information about the event can be found at the CPA website.  

Last year’s conference discussed ESG (environmental, social and governance) issues and their impact on the hire industry.

● Don’t forget to explore the Site-Eco area of the blog for news of sustainable products and developments relevant to the world of hire.


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