CILT International Centenary Convention 2019

Delegates will enjoy an exciting 3 day programme including guest international speakers, workshop and interactive sessions, the Women in Logistics and Transport (WiLAT) conference, the Young Professionals Conference, and opportunities to be involved in shaping the future of our Institute and our industry.

How to book

You can call the UK booking team on +44 (0) 1536 740148 , or email them to make your booking. We would advise delegates should not travel unless they have registered and confirmed their tickets, as entry to Convention is restricted to those with pre-booked tickets. Tickets cannot be purchased on the day.

Conference venue

CILT International Centenary Convention
The Midland Hotel, Peter Street
Manchester, M60 2DS
United Kingdom

Nearest transport hubs

Airport: Manchester (MAN) which is located 9 miles from the venue / approx. 22 minutes by taxi
Train stations: Manchester Piccadilly, Deansgate or Oxford Road
Metrolink Trams: arriving at St Peter’s Square 2, 3 and 7
Buses: there is a free Metroshuttle bus, which links main train stations, car parks, shopping areas. The nearest stop is outside the Free Trade Hall
Car parking: the venue does not have its own car park; however parking is available at: NCP Manchester Central (0.1 miles). SatNav: M2 3GX

Directions: using Google Maps

Programme overview

Sunday 16 June | Day 1

Individual conference sessions for: Women in Logistics (WiLAT) and Young Professionals, country delegation meetings, closed-door meetings
Welcome global delegates and opening ceremony

Monday 17 June | Day 2

International Convention: sessions for a New Institute for a New Era – what’s happening across the world and why we have to be ready as an Institute
Technical site visits to some of the UK’s leading logistics organisations
The Next Generation evening event

Tuesday 18 June | Day 3

Global solutions to global challenges: a one-off Centenary Convention with keynotes from our industry’s leading speakers, focusing on technological and futuristic transport and logistics solutions
Wrap up meetings
President’s formal dinner and closing ceremony

Packages

Please note: All packages are inclusive of UK VAT at 20% and exclude any accommodation or travel.

Discounts available

15% discount for all CILT Members
early bird discount – available only until 1 April 2019
discount for delegates aged 35 or younger
discount for members of WiLAT and Women in Logistics

Please note: only one discount may be applied on top of your Member discount. Delegates may claim the early bird discount or the under 35 / WilAT discount, but not both.

Package 1 – from £479

What’s included:

Days 1 & 2 – Sunday and Monday
Convention activities including social activities

Booking costs:
CILT Member – £563 | Discounted rate – £479
Non-member – £675 | Discounted rate – £586

Package 2 – from £750

What’s included:

Days 1, 2 & 3 – Sunday, Monday and Tuesday
Convention activities including social activities

Booking costs:
CILT Member – £829 | Discounted rate – £750
Non-member – £912 | Discounted rate – £825

Package 3 – from £275

What’s included:

Day 3 only – Tuesday main conference, Global solutions to global challenges

Conference activities and dinner

Booking costs:
CILT Member – £330 | Discounted rate – £275
Non-member – £396 | Discounted rate – £344

Package 4 – from £225

What’s included:

Day 3 only – Tuesday main conference, Global solutions to global challenges

Excludes dinner / evening activities

Booking costs:
CILT Member – £270 | Discounted rate – £225
Non-member – £324 | Discounted rate – £281

Package 5 – from £486

What’s included:

Days 2 & 3 only – Monday and Tuesday

Convention activities includes dinner and social activities

Booking costs:
CILT Member – £531 | Discounted rate – £486
Non-member – £625 | Discounted rate – £568

Package 6 – from £416

What’s included:

Days 2 & 3 only – Monday and Tuesday

Convention activities excludes dinner and social activities

Booking costs:
CILT Member – £458 | Discounted rate – £416
Non-member – £527 | Discounted rate – £458

Package 7 – £165.60

What’s included:

Social activities only

Welcome event on Sunday evening,

NextGen activity on Monday evening,

President’s Dinner on Tuesday evening

Booking costs:
CILT Member – £165.60 | No discounted rate
Non-member – £165.60 | No discounted rate

Other Social Options – from £42.00

Delegates may book for individual social events, as follows:
Day 1, Sunday evening, Welcome event – £42.00 | No discounted rate
Day 2, Monday evening, NextGen social activity – £42.00 | No discounted rate
Day 3, Tuesday evening, President’s Dinner – £81.60 | No discounted rate

View the terms and conditions on the booking form.

Refunds

CILT UK offers a 70% refund on Convention tickets cancelled before 18 May 2019 should you not be able to attend the event. Further details can be found in the terms and conditions.

Accommodation and proximity to Convention

CILT UK have appointed Pacific 7 as the official accommodation reservations specialists for this event although delegates may prefer to book directly or use other booking portals.

Manchester is a vibrant and busy city, and during Convention the Cricket World Cup and other National events will be taking place simultaneously, therefore we highly recommend that delegates book their Convention and hotel accommodation as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Midland Hotel– Located at the event

Novotel City Centre – 0.2 miles and 5 minutes walk

Princess Street Hotel – 0.2 miles and 5 minutes walk

Mercure Piccadilly Hotel – 0.4 miles and 10 minutes walk

Ibis City Centre – 0.3 miles and 6 minutes walk

Holiday Inn City Centre – 0.8 miles and 17 minutes walk

Macdonald Hotel – 0.9 miles and 18 minutes walk

Download and complete the Pacific 7 Booking Form if you wish to book through CILT UK’s reservations team

Visas

As with many destinations worldwide, some delegates may require a visa in advance. You can check if you need a visa to visit and how to apply via the UK government website. If you need assistance with your visa documentation, we can provide Letters of Invitation to help with visa applications. Please contact Allison Glandfield or Lucy Hemmings in the CILT UK National Events team: events@ciltuk.org.uk or call +44 (0)1536 740151 with the following information:

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Free time

Over it’s rich industrial past, Manchester has paved the way with a wealth of innovations and ideas. From the city that split the atom and created the first programmable computer to introducing the first professional football league, Manchester is known as a city of firsts.

Over the years Manchester has undergone a series of transformations, from an industrial heartland to the vibrant and exciting city and transport hub it is today. A brilliant example of Manchester’s transformative landscape is Salford Quays, part of the Greater Manchester conurbation. Once a hub for the city’s docklands and canals, today this contemporary waterfront destination, is now home to some of the most spectacular attractions, museums and iconic buildings in the UK, not to mention the home of the BBC at MediaCityUK.

Visit Manchester’s website provides a rich resource for the city.

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