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02 October 2025, Rochdale Town Hall
The DAY ahead...
08.45: Doors open – Breakfast & Networking
09.15: Welcome, Kate Armitage, GREENFLEET Ambassador
The Keynotes:
09.20: Nick Fairclough, Head of Policy Insight & Public Affairs, Transport for Greater Manchester
Cllr Tricia Ayrton, Rochdale Borough Council
The Plenary Session:
09.40: John McLellan-Grant, Regional Engagement Manager –North, The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders –Key EV & LCV industry issues, developments and trends
Simon Buckley, Knowledge Transfer Manager –Zero Emission Mobility, Innovate UK – Using data to make the correct decarbonisation decisions
Melanie Shufflebotham, COO, Zapmap – Growth and market trends in UK’s EV charging infrastructure
The Q&A
10.00: Ask the experts
*Timings, speakers and subjects are subject to possible change
02 October 2025, Rochdale Town Hall
The DAY ahead (continued)
The Briefers:
10.30: Drax Electric Vehicles
The AA & Drivetech
Webfleet
Fusion/Renault
Harris Higer
Octopus Electroverse for Business
11.15: Refreshments & Networking
Next up... You decide!
Now you decide how best to use the remainder of your time with us today. Indoors, we have 6 x ‘STRATEGIZE
Surgeries’, hosted by experts that can assist with key elements of your fleet decarbonisation strategy. And outside, we have an array of electric cars, vans and trucks to look at, and in some cases, test drive. If you wish to ‘drive’, please ensure you have been through the GREENFLEET DVLA licence process.
*Timings, speakers and subjects are subject to possible change
02 October 2025, Rochdale Town Hall
Indoor
The Options
Ground Floor:
First Floor:
11.35 – 12.20: SESSION 1
12.30 – 13.15: SESSION 2
13.20 – 13.55: LUNCH
14.00 – 14.45: SESSION 3
15.00: PRIZE DRAW & NETWORKING
15.15: EVENT CLOSE
Old Council Chamber: Simplify your EV Fleet Transition
Old Council Chamber: Managing uncertain EV futures from a charge point operator’s perspective
Zodiac Room: Workplace & Depot Charging
Second Floor:
Activity Suite: Predictive Diagnostics & AI
Bright Hall: EV Charging for Fleets
Bright Hall: Technology & Optimisation
The Options Outdoor
11.35 – 12.20: SESSION 1
12.30 – 13.15: SESSION 2
13.20 – 13.55: LUNCH
14.00 – 14.45: SESSION 3
15.00: PRIZE DRAW & NETWORKING
15.15: EVENT CLOSE
If you wish to ‘drive’ (See below for those available to test drive). Please ensure you have been through the GREENFLEET DVLA licence process. You can do this at Event Registration on the Ground Floor.
5 Electric
eSprinter
Higer Electric Bus
DAF Electric Truck (static and test drive)
Maxus electric LCVs
Electric waste and refuse vehicle
eVito
eCitan
Scenic E-Tech Master E-Tech Dacia Spring (EV)
Kate Armitage Event Host GREENFLEET
Nick Fairclough
Head
of Policy Insight & Public Affairs
Specialising in Electric Vehicles, Recharging Infrastructure and Energy, Kate was the first recipient of the GREENFLEET EV Champion Award in 2014 and has been a strong advocate of the electrification of transport since 2010, heading up the EV Team at EDF Energy, and subsequently as Projects Director at Route Monkey.
Kate is an Associate for Delta-ee, providing insight and consultancy support for their Electric Vehicles & Electricity Service.
Transport for Greater Manchester Nick Fairclough is Deputy Director of Bus at Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM), working to support development and delivery of the Bee Network, the city region’s new integrated public transport system.
Nick led development of the city region’s ambitious Bus Strategy, which set out how Greater Manchester intends to improve and grow its bus system using the powers afforded by bus franchising.
During his nine years of work for Greater Manchester, Nick has also worked on the development of a refreshed active travel mission, the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter and is currently working with colleagues to develop the next steps in development of the Bee Network.
Cllr Tricia Ayrton
Rochdale Borough Council
Dr. Tricia Ayrton is a Deputy Leader of Rochdale Council and Portfolio holder for Climate Change and Environment. Her professional background is in School Leadership in Special Educational Needs where her specialisms were communication and environmental education. She worked particularly on developing pupil voice to achieve sustainability for the school and to share their appreciation and care for their natural environment.
Tricia is writing a book about Emily Brontë’s poetry manuscripts.
John McLellan-Grant
Regional Engagement ManagerNorth SMMT
John McLellan-Grant is SMMT’s Regional Engagement Manager for the North. Prior to SMMT John has been in various positions within the Automotive Aftermarket from consulting to Operations Director for a Tier 1 in the UK and Europe.
At SMMT he now covers the North of England including Scotland and Northern Ireland promoting the Automotive Sector through speaking at events, working with members throughout the supply chain and liaising with local authorities, attending various events and roundtables on all aspects of the UK’s Automotive industry and its current and future challenges.
Simon Buckley Manager - Zero Emission Mobility
Innovate UK Business Connect
Simon is the Knowledge Transfer Manager for Low Emission Mobility with 10 years of experience in developing electric and hybrid vehicle technology and energy storage systems within the innovation sector.
He has worked on numerous APC, Innovate and H2020 programmes and is passionate and knowledgeable about low emission transport, charging infrastructure and connected and autonomous vehicles.
At Innovate UK Business Connect, Simon connects businesses with other relevant businesses to generate technology and funding opportunities.
Melanie Shufflebotham COO Zapmap
Melanie Shufflebotham is the cofounder and COO of Zapmap, the UK’s leading electric vehicle (EV) mapping app. Having worked in the space for over 10 years, Melanie is an EV market expert, with deep knowledge of the charging market and EV data sets. As co-founder she developed the Zapmap app, products and initial revenue streams. Now, as Zapmap scales up for the mass take-up of electric cars, she continues to be focused on making charging simple for EV drivers as well as providing data and insights to business and fleets to help them develop their electrified services.
Thank you…
We’re delighted to be hosting this year’s Green Fleet Live show at our prestigious Grade One listed Rochdale Town Hall.
As an authority, we boast 29 electric vehicles in our environmental management fleet alone and we’re growing rapidly as we work towards reducing carbon emissions and boast sustainable fleet practices.
Our fleet, which includes small vans and a 19-tonne electric truck are used by our operational team across the borough for many service areas including street cleansing and waste services. We are one of only a handful of local authorities in Greater Manchester that has this many electric vehicles in service.
We’ve also been trialling electric bin wagons as part of plans to look at alternative options and have begun transitioning to electric grounds maintenance equipment. Our next focus is on our diverse fleet of specialist vehicles, which are primarily diesel-powered. To lower emissions, we have trialled Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) as an alternative fuel, with the aim to reduce CO2 emissions by up to 90%.
Our electric fleet is just one way we are driving forward to meet out climate change goals, which compliments the council’s wider plans to achieve sustainability targets across all services.
Find out more about our goals: www.rochdale.gov.uk/ClimateChange
Ground Floor: Old Council Chamber
Simplify your EV Fleet Transition
Octopus Electroverse for Business: Finally, a fleet charging solution to get excited about. Is fleet charging on your mind? Then Octopus Electroverse for Business should be too.
Electroverse is changing how fleet managers operate; taking mundane administrative tasks and turning them into tools that benefit your business. Welcome to the fleet charging revolution!
When it comes to business charging, we know that cost efficiency and oversight are priorities - so we’ve made them ours too:
• Through a slick management platform, fleet admins have oversight like never before. Under one central account, access instant receipts, real-time charging insights, and customisable analytics dashboards - getting the data you need, when you need it.
• Easily identify cost-savings with detailed insights into driver performance and charging habit reports.
• Manage and onboard drivers like never before - assign RFID cards and manage driver profiles in one click
• Get cheaper charging rates on Europe’s largest network through exclusive Electroverse for Business discounts (e.g. Shell Recharge, Osprey).
Not to mention, with unique features like Plunge Pricing, business charging can be discounted up to 45% when there is a surplus of renewable energy on the grid. Keeping your fleet charged up with low costs.
Ready to electrify your business? Sign up for free and get started with 3 months of subscription free charging: https://electroverse.com/business
Ground Floor: Old Council Chamber
Managing uncertain EV futures from a charge point operator’s perspective
Char.gy: Char.gy is a leading electric vehicle (EV) charging provider (CPO), managing a network of over 4,500 public charge points across the UK. We partner with both the public and private sectors to accelerate the transition towards sustainable mobility.
While home charging is ideal for many EV owners, approximately 40% of UK households face challenges due to limited access to off-street parking. At char. gy, we are committed to overcoming this obstacle by collaborating with local authorities to deploy on-street charging solutions. By strategically installing charge points along residential streets, we bring convenient, reliable, and affordable charging directly to drivers’ doorsteps.
To date Char.gy has secured a £100 million commitment from Zouk Capital and the Charging Infrastructure Investment Fund (CIIF) to expand its network and support the transition for up to 1 million drivers by 2030: https://char.gy/local-governments
First Floor: Zodiac Room
Workplace & Depot Charging
Drax Electric Vehicles: We believe in the value of end-to-end electrification partnerships. From assessing suitability and helping build the business case to installing and maintaining cost-effective, future-proofed EV charging solutions, we’re with customers for the journey.
Our focus on understanding installation sites and operational requirements – and our supplier impartiality – ensures that we implement hardware and software that fits with customers’ needs, budgets and business objectives. And our ability to schedule and orchestrate installations minimises disruption and protects businessas-usual activities.
We take maintenance and ongoing support seriously, updating software and identifying and resolving potential hardware issues before they affect operations. As true partners, we look for optimisation opportunities and track emerging developments to keep customers’ electrification investments ahead of the competition’s.
As part of Drax, we offer reassurance thanks to our scale and heritage. But we also provide a decarbonisation focus that enables customers to make sustainability claims and accelerate their net zero journeys.
https://energy.drax.com/electric-vehicles/
Second Floor: Activity Suite
Predictive Diagnostics & AI
AA – Business Services: The AA is the UK’s largest roadside assistance organisation and much more. We’re proudly a multi-service provider, helping drivers and businesses with a wide range of services and solutions to keep them on the road and ‘Always Ahead’. Our vast range of services includes our award-winning accident management solutions, insurance, Driving School, service maintenance and repair from Prestige Fleet Servicing and driver training from Drivetech. Drivetech is the expert in innovative fleet risk solutions and driver safety training, helping fleets to stay safe, legally compliant and reduce costs.
The AA is also the UK’s number one when it comes to EV support services. From selling EVs with AA Cars and our industry-first EV charge post fix service, to SMR with Prestige and EV driver training with Drivetech, we have the whole driving lifecycle covered. With innovation and understanding at our core, we’re bringing together a real world understanding of the factors impacting both fleets and drivers, with the knowledge of new technologies and future mobility, to help businesses seize the opportunities ahead.
https://www.theaa.com/business
Second Floor: Bright Hall EV Charging for Fleets
Zaptec: At Zaptec, we power the shift to electric with smarter AC charging solutions designed for the realities of fleet life. Born on Norway’s rugged west coast, we’re known across Europe for clean-tech EV chargers that combine intuitive design with cutting-edge technology - built to scale, evolve, and deliver results.
For fleet managers navigating the transition to electric, Zaptec delivers a futureready charging platform that’s reliable, cost-effective, and easy to manage. Whether you operate ten vehicles or hundreds, our technology works wherever your fleet parks overnight — at home, at work, or on-site.
With Zaptec, you can:
• Scale installations without grid upgrades via dynamic load balancing.
• Optimise TCO, cutting both upfront and operational costs.
• Automate off-peak or solar charging to reduce energy spend.
• Enable home charging with full expense tracking and control.
• Futureproof your setup via open APIs and OCPP compliance.
Trusted across fleet, housing, logistics, facilities management and more, our 99.9% uptime, remote monitoring and ongoing updates ensure you stay ahead - from day one to net zero.
We don’t just install chargers. We partner with forward-thinking businesses to build EV strategies that work.
https://www.zaptec.com/en-uk/ev-charging-for-fleets
Second Floor: Bright Hall
Technology & Optimisation
Webfleet – A Bridgestone Company: Webfleet is Bridgestone’s globally trusted fleet management solution. Over 60,000 businesses across the world use it to improve fleet efficiency, support drivers, boost safety, stay complaint and work more sustainably. For more than 20 years it has been empowering fleet managers with data-driven insights that help them optimise their operations.
Webfleet embraces Bridgestone Mobility Solutions’ mission to move the world towards a sustainable future with data-driven mobility solutions and contributes towards the delivery of The Bridgestone E8 Commitment. This broad, global corporate commitment clearly defines the value Bridgestone is promising to deliver to society, customers and future generations in eight focus areas; Energy, Ecology, Efficiency, Extension, Economy, Emotion, Ease and Empowerment. These provide a compass to guide strategic priorities, decision making and actions throughout every area of the business.
More information at: webfleet.com. Follow us on X: @WebfleetNews. For more information on Bridgestone in the EMIA region, visit www.bridgestone-emia.com and the Bridgestone Newsroom. https://www.webfleet.com/en_gb/webfleet/
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02 October 2025, Rochdale Town Hall
Make sure you share your experience with our other Partners and Sponsors too.
Rochdale Borough Council
The AA – Business Services
Drax Electric Vehicles
Octopus Electroverse
Zaptec
Char.gy
Webfleet
Renault Group
Harris Bus and Coach
Harris Maxus UK
Ciceley Commercials Ltd
Motus Commercials
Chadderton Motor Company Ltd
Faun Zoeller
GREENFLEET
Transport for Greater Manchester
Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT)
Innovate UK Business Connect
Zapmap
Renault: Renault Group is a French multinational automotive manufacturer founded in 1898, headquartered near Paris, that designs, manufactures, and sells passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, and electric vehicles under its Renault, Dacia, Alpine, and Mobilize brands. The company is undergoing a transformation under its Renaulution strategic plan, aiming to become a next-generation, lowcarbon mobility company focused on electrification, new technologies, and sustainable solutions, with a goal of achieving carbon neutrality in Europe by 2040.
https://www.renaultgroup.com/en/
Ciceley Commercials: Ciceley Commercials is a leading Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicle dealership, proudly serving businesses across the North West of England and beyond. With over 50 years of experience, we are trusted partners for fleets and companies looking to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and performance.
As pioneers in the electric van sector, Ciceley Commercials is at the forefront of helping businesses transition to cleaner, more sustainable transport solutions. We supply and support the full range of Mercedes-Benz electric vans, including the eSprinter and eVito—ideal for urban deliveries, regional logistics, and fleet electrification.
At this event, we’re offering attendees the exclusive opportunity to test drive our latest electric van models. Experience the smooth, quiet ride, smart connectivity, and practical capabilities of our EVs firsthand, and see how they could fit into your business operations.
Our EV specialists will be on hand to provide expert advice, from vehicle selection and charging infrastructure to cost-saving strategies and grant application support. Whether you’re exploring options or ready to electrify your fleet, Ciceley Commercials is here to guide your journey. Visit our stand, take the wheel, and discover the electric future of commercial transport.
https://www.ciceley.com/
Chadderton Motor Company (CMC): Harris Bus & Coach: Higer is China’s leading exporter of buses and coaches, established in 1998 and based in Suzhou, Jiangsu province. The company operates an 800,000 square metre manufacturing base and distributed over 325,000 buses and coaches to more than 150 countries and territories worldwide giving it a10% global market share.
The Harris Group, based in Dublin is one of the largest independent vehicle importers of right-hand drive electric and diesel commercial vehicles in Europe with exclusive import rights for Higer Bus & Coach, SAIC Maxus and Isuzu Ireland.
Exclusive to Harris Bus & Coach, the Higer range of premium 100% Electric bus & coaches and diesel coaches and have been specifically designed for the UK and Irish markets with specifications that will impress. The Higer range currently includes four Higer Bus & Coach models, two electric and two diesel.
Higer Azure – 100% Electric, range up to 500 km/310 miles, 12m length with 40+7+1seats, max 70 passengers. CCS2 Charging socket and Wabco ECAS II with kneeling function.
Higer Steed – 100% Electric, range up 300 km/187miles, 9m length with 29+4+1 seats, max 46 passengers. CCS2 Charging socket and Wabco ECAS II with kneeling function.
Higer Super 9 XL – 10m rear engine coach, 41+1+1 seats, Cummins 6 Cylinder engine with lane departure warning system.
Higer Pegasus Coach – 12m rear engine coach, 53+1+1 seats, Cummins 6 Cylinder engine with 10m luggage automated luggage doors.
All Higer buses come with unparalleled parts and after sales service including 24-month or 160,000km/100,000miles (whichever comes first) warranty and 24/7 assistance. Harris Group Bus and Coach division has the answer to a growing demand for greener bus solutions. https://harrisgroup.ie/our-brands/bus-and-coach/
Motus Commercials: Motus Commercials is the largest DAF dealer in the UK, and we are committed to supporting truck operators to the highest standards, maximising vehicle availability and uptime. We offer a wide range of product and service solutions to meet varying needs, no matter how big or small.
With 34 dealerships nationwide, we offer efficient, dependable aftersales support. Many of our DAF locations are open for service and parts 24 hours a day, giving customers flexibility and optimising vehicle availability.
Our colleagues are our most important asset! At Motus, we believe that diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our success. We have a demonstrable commitment to continuous technical training – for both sales and technical colleagues – including a substantial apprentice programme. Our learning and development team work incredibly hard to manage colleague progression and have helped Motus Commercials win multiple Princess Royal Training Awards.
https://www.motuscommercials.co.uk/
Chadderton Motor Company (CMC): Chadderton Motor Company Ltd is a proud, family-owned dealership based in Greater Manchester, dedicated to delivering outstanding service and support to every customer. As an official MAXUS dealer in Manchester, we offer a full range of new and approved used MAXUS vehicles, including advanced electric models and efficient diesel options, as well as a variety of other used makes and models. Whether you’re a business looking for a reliable fleet solution or an individual seeking a dependable vehicle, our team is here to help you find the perfect match.
At CMC-Maxus, we do more than just vehicle sales. Our dealership provides comprehensive aftercare services, including professional servicing, MOTs, and repairs carried out by skilled technicians who understand MAXUS vehicles inside and out. We also stock genuine MAXUS parts and accessories, ensuring your vehicle is always maintained to the highest standard.
Customer care is at the heart of everything we do. Our knowledgeable sales staff and service team are committed to offering honest advice, tailored solutions, and ongoing support to keep your vehicle performing at its best.
For enquiries, please contact us:
• Sales: sales@cmc-maxus.co.uk | 0161 678 6161
• Service: service@cmc-maxus.co.uk | 0161 678 6161
• Parts: parts@cmc-maxus.co.uk | 0161 678 6161
Faun Zoeller:
FAUN Zoeller (UK) Ltd is a market leader in waste management solutions, specialising in the manufacture and supply of high specification refuse collection vehicles, bin lifters, and road sweepers. As part of the globally established KIRCHHOFF Group, operating 46 factories in 16 countries, our expertise combines centuries of engineering excellence with the latest advancements in manufacturing. This ensures every product delivers superior quality, consistency, and innovation. Our UK division provides a comprehensive range of RCVs, including split-body, trade waste, food waste, and bespoke vehicles, alongside advanced bin lifting systems and sweeper technology. Supported by a nationwide service network, we deliver first-class aftersales care through a team of highly trained field service engineers and a network of preferred partner workshops.
Working closely with local authorities and private operators, we offer tailored solutions designed to enhance fleet efficiency, reliability, and longevity. Through FAUN Zoeller Fleet Services, we are also able to provide flexible hire and maintenance contracts to suit your business needs. With the strength of the KIRCHHOFF Group behind us and a commitment to sustainable, high-performance engineering, FAUN Zoeller (UK) Ltd is dedicated to supporting the future of waste and recycling operations across the UK.