The IRTE is excited to announce its participation in the Microlise Transport Conference 2025, one of Europe’s premier events for transport and logistics professionals.
The Microlise Transport Conference 2025 promises unparalleled opportunities to connect with C-suite executives, key decision-makers, and industry innovators, making it the ideal platform for networking, knowledge-sharing, and shaping the future of transport engineering.
As a leader in supporting excellence within the road transport industry , the IRTE will host three critical sessions leading conversations pertaining to people and skills in the sector. These sessions are designed to equip transport leaders, engineers, and technicians with actionable insights to drive compliance, safety, and workforce development.
Here’s what you can expect:
Session 1: Future-Proofing Your Workforce – Career Mapping for Road Transport Engineers
Speaker: Emma Thompson MSOE, Executive Director, SOE
The transport sector is evolving rapidly, and retaining a skilled workforce is more critical than ever. In this session, Emma Thompson will unveil a comprehensive IRTE Skills Map, a crucial tool in every engineer's arsenal to help assess current competencies, identify gaps, and build tailored CPD programmes. Whether you’re preparing for emerging technologies or regulatory shifts, this workshop will empower you to unlock your team’s potential.
Bonus: All attendees will receive a free copy of the IRTE Skills Map.
Session 2: Raising the Benchmark for Competent Technicians Across the Industry
Speaker: Richard Belton CAE FIMI MSOE MIRTE, Quality Director, S&B Automotive Academy
Safety and ethical standards are non-negotiable in transport engineering. Richard Belton, Chair of the irtec Steering Group, will explore how the irtec accreditation validates technician competence in HGV, PSV, LEV, and related sectors. Learn how irtec-qualified technicians reduce operational risks, cut long-term costs, and elevate your organisation’s reputation.
This session is a must for leaders prioritising compliance, efficiency, and industry best practices.
Session 3: A Deep Dive into the New Maintenance Provision Rating Scheme (MPRS)
Speaker: Nick Elliott MIRTE MSOE MiCLT, Specialist Transport Consultant & IRTE Professional Sector Council Chair
Launching in late Spring 2025, the Maintenance Provision Rating Scheme (MPRS) will redefine compliance standards for commercial vehicle workshops. Backed by the Traffic Commissioners and government bodies, MPRS aligns maintenance practices with future industry demands.
Nick Elliott, steering this initiative through IRTE, will break down the scheme’s requirements, benefits, and how achieving an MPRS rating can enhance your facility’s credibility and operational excellence.
Hear more from Nick in the for sake of safety podcast
Why Attend?
Microlise isn’t just another industry event, it’s a dynamic hub where the future of transport engineering is moulded and shaped. Attendees have the opportunity to immerse themselves in an environment designed to foster meaningful connections and actionable growth.
Networking with industry leaders is at the heart of this event. Engage directly with C-suite executives, policymakers, and innovators who are driving transformative change across the transport and logistics sector. These interactions offer the opportunity to forge partnerships, share challenges, and gain firsthand insights into emerging trends that could redefine your organisation’s trajectory.
The IRTEs workshops, led by some of the industry’s foremost experts, will equip attendees with cutting-edge strategies to tackle pressing industry challenges. In a sector where regulatory demands and technological advancements move swiftly, staying ahead is critical for a safe and efficient workforce. Learn how to future-proof their workforce through targeted skills development, align with evolving compliance standards, and implement safety practices.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation shaping the next chapter of transport engineering.
The Microlise Transport Conference 2025 will take place on the 18th of March at the Coventry Building Society Arena. Don’t miss the chance to be part of the future of transport engineering. This is your chance to connect with industry leaders, discover the latest innovations, and ensure your organisation stays ahead of the curve.
Don’t miss out on this essential event—where ideas turn into action, and the future of transport takes shape.
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