Practical Solutions to Reduce Costs, Improve Efficiency and Strengthen Competitiveness

Host: North East Derbyshire District Council

Cost: Free

Dates:

Exclusive event for Manufacturers and Production Supply Chains

Why Attend?

Rising energy costs continue to challenge manufacturers. This practical event brings together experts, funding providers, and support organisations to help your business.

• Reduce energy costs and improve efficiency
• Identify quick wins and longer-term savings
• Access funding, innovation, and specialist support
• Develop practical approaches to carbon reduction
• Improve competitiveness and productivity

Expert Speakers

• Steve Gregory (Local Manufacturing Advisory Service). Practical innovation, process improvement and manufacturing efficiency.
• Sophie Wragg (Be Your Best Version). Straightforward, cost-saving energy efficiency measures that can be implemented immediately.
• Professor Sansom (University of Derby). Funding opportunities for innovation, cost reduction and efficiency improvement.

Exhibition and Networking

Meet organisations offering support for manufacturers, including:

• East Midlands Growth Hub
• Made Smarter
• University of Derby
• Make UK

Who Should Attend?

• Manufacturing business owners and directors
• Operations and production managers
• Engineers and technical leads
• Sustainability and energy managers within manufacturing businesses

You'll leave with:

• Practical actions to reduce costs
• Ideas to improve operational efficiency
• Access to funding and expert support
• Great confidence in your energy and carbon reduction plan

Registration via economic.develpoment@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk

Free parking, complimentary hot drinks and b​reakfast rolls.​​​​​​

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