In our cover story this issue we look at the huge impact that disruptions to the supply chain are having on all sides of the industry. The world, including the battery business, is having to move from the quasi-efficiencies of just-in-time inventory to just-in-case.
We also have three outstanding interviews. Tim Vargo, chief executive of Stryten, details why the battery giant has gone on the acquisition trail, Jimmy Herring, the head of international recycler Ecobat, discusses his plans on recycling all battery chemistries and Matt Raiford, technical head at CBI, explains why lead batteries should remain firmly in the mainstream for years to come.
The year ahead looks more promising by the day. The end of the virtual conference is in sight and Mike and I are looking forward to seeing friends and clients around the world again.
