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Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Welcome to Parkex
Introduction from BPA President
Ministerial Address
Tomorrow's Parking World, Today
Exploring what the future holds and how to prepare for the challenges that lie ahead, this session will provide key insights, advice and guidance on key areas of development, including:
- National Parking Platform
- Alliance for Parking Data Standards
- Connected and Autonomous Vehicles
- Kerbside management
Speakers
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Aaron Mandalia Solution Leader for Connected & Autonomous Vehicles Horiba Mira
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Andy Graham Director White Willow Consulting
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Sarah Randall Chair TTF Smarter Parking Group and Director Agena Group
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Sunil Budhdeo Transport Innovation Manager Coventry City Council
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Ugaitz Goñi Co-founder and CEO Mitte
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Michael Dnes Head of the National Parking Platform and Future Roads Technology Department for Transport
Moderator
Alliance for Parking Data Standards presentation
Summarising the benefits of using the APDS
BPA Veterans in Parking – Signing of the Armed Forces Covenant
Parking Structures Forum
This workshop will provide key takeaways for owners and operators of car park facilities including best practices and operational guidance to manage key operational areas, including:
- Fire risk assessment
- Suicide prevention
- Life care planning
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It's Not Just Part of the Job
- A workshop for employees and organisations that employ frontline staff providing an opportunity to share and gain practical advice and knowledge to help safeguard staff who work in public facing roles.
- Bringing together existing good practices and new sector-wide insights that can help employees inform and develop processes to support and protect staff from incidents of violence or abuse.
- Results from the Frontline Officer Welfare benchmark survey will also be revealed.
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Innovation Award/Start-up Award
Offering all exhibitors an exciting opportunity to be considered for the 2024 Innovation/Start-up Award.
Designed to highlight new products, services, and sector-leading innovation, the Award will put you on the map with advanced publicity, clear recognition in the Parkex show guide and post-event promotion.
Showcase your products and services live to visitors in the BPA Live Theatre with power-pitches, live demonstrations and interactive elements which will leave visitors wanting to find out more! If you would like to take part in the Innovation Award, please submit details of relevant products or services to be considered for inclusion at no additional cost to you or your organisation.
Click here for apply for Innovation Award
Approved Operator Summit
The summit is a closed session for Pre-Registered AOS Members:
- It includes our latest knowledge, insights and lobbying activities with our Approved Operator members.
- We believe that the expected consultation on the level of parking charge and debt recovery fee will be open at this stage or imminent.
- We will take the opportunity to work together in smaller discussion groups looking at some of the actual or expected consultation questions posed by DLUHC.
- Syndicate leads will host small round table discussions and share their findings with the room.
To attend, you will need to FIRST register for Parkex using this link: https://www.parkex.net/
And then register separately for the AOS Summit here: https://lnkd.in/eW5dTERw
Thursday, May 23, 2024
Keynote Address
The Private Parking Code & Associated Framework
- An update on the current situation regarding the implementation of the Government's new single code of practice and associated framework.
- Hear from sector-leading experts and practitioners about the expected timeline and impact of the new code and the support currently being provided by the BPA.
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Exhibitor Presentation
BPA Women in Parking Lunch and Learn
This session will provide an opportunity for members of the Women in Parking community to network and share knowledge and experiences with like-minded professionals as well as discuss future development opportunities.
Parking Technology Forum
Join us for this collaborative discussion on:
- Camera technology
- getting value from camera technology for local authorities
- using data to shape parking design
- understanding the road use
- shaping behavioural change policies
- AI – using AI to improve customer experience
- Fraud prevention – tackling parking payment fraud
Put your questions to the panel and be prepared to join this lively discussion.
Speakers
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Hannah Fuller Director of Commercial Relationships Unity5
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Paul Wright UK Commercial Director Flowbird Smart City UK
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Conor Greely Director Carflow, and chair of the BPA's Technology, Innovation and Research Board
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Sean Green Parking Manager Westrmorland and Furness Council
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Isaac Occhipinti Head of External Affairs BPA
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Derek McLean Head of Product APT SKIDATA
Local Authority Summit
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Panel: How Close Are We to Achieving Equitable Access to EV Charging?
- Join us for a dynamic discussion on the pressing issue of equitable access to EV charging infrastructure.
- Our expert panel will explore current disparities, barriers to accessibility, and innovative strategies for ensuring that all communities have equal opportunities to participate in the electric vehicle revolution.
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Power Up! – Challenges and Opportunities for Electrification of the Strategic Road Network
- The government announced a pilot of the Rapid Charging Fund in December 2023.
- As we work to ramp up the provision of rapid and ultra-rapid charging for strategic journeys, Liz will speak about lessons learned to date and consider future opportunities in this space.
Presentation: Wireless Logic
Panel: Open Source Charge Point Data – How Can We Make Sure It Benefits End-Users?
- Join us as industry experts explore strategies to ensure that this wealth of information truly benefits end-users.
- From enhancing user experiences to fostering innovation in EV infrastructure, learn how collaborative data sharing can drive positive outcomes for all stakeholders in the electric vehicle ecosystem.
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Making EV Charging More Accessible across Public and Commercial Sectors
- Discover how businesses and local governments are developing their EV charging networks.
- Explore innovative strategies in improving accessibility and learn how different organisations are driving change.
Lunch
Highway Challenges & The Need for Innovative Charging Solutions
- This presentation explores the critical role local authorities play in rolling out electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, focusing on areas without off-street parking.
- It highlights potential areas for infrastructure placement and addresses legal challenges, proposing stakeholder consultation as a key to achieving equitable and efficient EV support systems.
Panel: How Can Local Authorities Recruit and Upskill to Deliver Charging Networks?
- Empowering local authorities to spearhead the expansion of charging networks is essential for accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles.
- Join our panel of experts as they discuss effective strategies for recruiting and upskilling personnel within local governments to plan, deploy, and manage EV charging infrastructure.
- Gain valuable insights into building the workforce needed to drive sustainable transportation initiatives at the community level.
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Panel: Procurement in Practice
- Discover best practices and real-world insights to optimise procurement processes for EV charging infrastructure projects.
- Join us to learn how effective procurement strategies can drive efficiency, sustainability, and equitable access in the transition to electric mobility.
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Paul Gambrell ZEV and Energy Integration Team Leader, Innovation Hub Oxfordshire County Council
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Kieran Fitsall Senior Projects Manager Brighton & Hove City Council
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Andy Gowanlock Transport Commercial Lead Crown Commercial Service
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Krista Middleton Sustainable Innovation Project Officer Oxford City Council
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Sean Cleary Strategic Delivery Manager Cambridge City Council
Thursday, May 23, 2024
Zero Emission Bus Infrastructure
- London’s Zero-Emission bus strategy
- Tendering and Deploying ZE Infrastructure and Fleet
- Electric Vehicle charging
- Opportunity charging
- Challenges and improvements
Adopting Fleet Friendly Charging Infrastructure
- Explore the challenges that fleet users are facing with charging infrastructure.
- Things to consider for local authorities, including recommendations to resolve issues with grid connections.
Harnessing the Sun: A Case Study of Solar Canopy Implementation for a Local Authority
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Panel: Forecasting Demand for Charging and Matching Infrastructure Delivery Appropriately
- Our panel explores methodologies, data-driven approaches, and best practices for accurately predicting future charging needs.
- Discover how strategic planning can align infrastructure development with evolving demands, driving the seamless integration of electric vehicles into our transportation ecosystem.
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Panel: How Can We Unlock Public Confidence in the Transition to EVs?
- Building public confidence is crucial for the widespread adoption of electric vehicles.
- This panel explores strategies to overcome scepticism and instil trust in EV technology.
- From addressing range anxiety to highlighting environmental benefits, discover actionable insights to inspire consumer confidence and accelerate the transition to sustainable transportation.
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Debate: "Our Kerbs Can’t Take Any More Clutter and EV is the Last Straw”
The case for the prosecution and defence will be argued in this engaging session to debate a common concern around roadside EV infrastructure.