Supply Chain & Logistics Conference 2024 Programme

Reaching the first power milestone and beyond for a renewable energy project requires a momentous effort. Hear from the developers and contractors tackling the challenge head-on as they share their views on the enormity of project delivery. This session will unpack the logistical demands of deploying the kit required to produce green electrons and offer unique insights from those working to overcome barriers to transporting, loading, assembling, installing and managing renewable energy assets.

In this session you will learn:

• From businesses with tangible experience of choreographing and conducting solutions to renewable energy project delivery
• What key elements must come together to make sure components get from A to B, on time
• How unique ideas have been born from overcoming logistical challenges

Opening Remarks
Colin Palmer, Director of Offshore, Scottish Renewables

Chair
Iain Sinclair, Executive Director, Global Energy Group

Speakers
David Sweenie, Development Manager - Neart na Gaoithe, EDF Renewables
Kareen French, Operations & Maintenance Package Manager, Vattenfall
Morgan Wilson, Technical Authority Transport & Installation, Flotation Energy

Leading complex logistics activities can be a military operation. In fact, the term logistics originated as a military term referring to how personnel obtained, stored and moved equipment and supplies.

In this keynote session hear from a world-renowned logistics expert as they dive into why robust, flexible logistics support is a vital component in the success of not only renewables businesses but business in any sector.

The Supply Chain & Logistics Conference 2024 will have an area for Meet-the-Buyer Meetings dedicated to helping businesses access supply chain opportunities.

Delegates will be able to book a 10-minute one-to-one meeting with procurement teams during networking breaks. Meetings will be organised by the Scottish Renewables team and delegates will be notified when bookings are open closer to the event.

Ports underpin the delivery of complex offshore logistics operations. Across Scotland, many of these national assets have been working to expand their facilities, deliver increasing capacities and streamline solutions for projects with extensive requirements. Hear from these tenacious businesses about their stories so far, what have they already delivered and where are they going next.

In this session you will learn:

• How Scotland’s ports are stepping up to meet the needs of the ever-growing renewable energy opportunity
• What it is really like to operate a port and the reality of operations on the ground
• What the future of Scotland's ports will look like including size, scale, capabilities and decarbonisation efforts
• Whether the bold ambitions of Scotland’s ports can be achieved - and where they go next

Chair
Douglas Pickles, Director, Supply Chain & Procurement Lead Scotland, PwC

Speakers
Rob Mason, Senior Business Development and Strategy Manager, Forth Ports
Bob Sanguinetti, Chief Executive Officer, Port of Aberdeen
Fraser Houston, Head of Sales, Peel Ports
Lynn Sayer, Business & Commercial Manager, Montrose Port Authority
Alasdair Ferguson, Director, Kishorn Port
Lewis Gillies, Ardersier Chief Executive Officer, Haventus
Sinclair Browne, Chief Executive, Inverness Harbour Trust

The Supply Chain & Logistics Conference 2024 will have an area for Meet-the-Buyer Meetings dedicated to helping businesses access supply chain opportunities.

Delegates will be able to book a 10-minute one-to-one meeting with procurement teams during networking breaks. Meetings will be organised by the Scottish Renewables team and delegates will be notified when bookings are open closer to the event.

Speaker
Councillor John Alexander, Leader of Dundee City Council

In recent years the renewable energy supply chain has rightfully reached the top of the political agenda, with a sea of opportunity in view for businesses across the country. However, if we are to enable businesses to grasp the potential it is imperative that we address the key barriers to project delivery and supply chain growth.

Recent announcements including the UK Government’s Floating Offshore Wind Manufacturing Investment Scheme and the Scottish Government’s £500 million investment in the offshore wind supply chain offer a glimpse of economic revitalisation, but even these schemes’ vast funding pots are a drop in the ocean when considering what’s needed. Join us for a session which will explore how we unlock potential and provide a path to plain sailing.

In this session you will learn:

• The barriers impacting the movement of crucial components across the country
• How we can create the environment needed to enable consents and investment in our future energy supply chain infrastructure
• About the skills barriers affecting logistics operations

Speakers
Gry Hallås, Maritime Legal Council, Fugro 
Allan Taylor, Head of Offshore Wind Investment, Department of Energy Security and Net-Zero
Greg Dinnie, Chief Inspector - Operational Support Division, Police Scotland
Will Rowley, Chief Executive Officer, Offshore Solutions Group

The Supply Chain & Logistics Conference 2024 will have an area for Meet-the-Buyer Meetings dedicated to helping businesses access supply chain opportunities.

Delegates will be able to book a 10-minute one-to-one meeting with procurement teams during networking breaks. Meetings will be organised by the Scottish Renewables team and delegates will be notified when bookings are open closer to the event.

Ports are not the only piece of the logistics puzzle. From the borders to the Highlands and islands, a complex ecosystem of businesses spans out from these crucial supply chain cores to make sure blades, nacelles, tower sections and turbines make it to site. In and out of the water, companies work to move heavy components on and off vessels, assemble cutting-edge technology, place skilled people around the world and manage hundreds of assets mobilised across international waters.

In this session, you will hear from the businesses making it happen. We will shine a light on the web of suppliers who are benefiting from the growing renewables activity taking place along our coastlines, across Scotland and around the world.

In this session, businesses will discuss:

• Their market solutions
• Successes and lessons learned
• Ambitions for the future
• Tips for those looking to grow in the sector

Chair
Gavin Smart, UK & Ireland Head of New Business & Supply Chain Strategy, ScottishPower Renewables

Speakers
Paul Young, Account Manager - Offshore Energy, Clarksons Port Services
Jason Hendry, Managing Director for England and Renewables Strategy, Peterson Logistics
Daniel Robb, General Manager, ASCO
Andrew Davies, Business Development Manager, Sarens PSG
Scott Smith, Renewables Manager, Geo-Structural