When: Tuesday, May 6 2025 2pm
Brought to you by Fleet News, the evolving role of the modern fleet manager: navigating new challenges and opportunities.
The responsibilities of a modern fleet manager have expanded well beyond an operational, vehicle-focused position. Today, the role is strategic, data-driven, and sustainability-focused, requiring cross-functional collaboration across an organisation.
Mike Roberts, managing editor, Fleet News, will be joined by a panel of experts who will discuss how fleet management now touches on other critical business areas such as health and safety, sustainability, compliance and data analytics. They will also explore the growing importance of strong supplier partnerships.
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Register nowMeet the panel:
Rob Simister, director - fleet operations, Centrica plc
Rob is the director of fleet operations at Centrica Plc, overseeing the UK's 3rd largest mixed vehicle fleet with 10,500 vehicles. He leads the Net Zero vehicle fleet strategy and fleet services transformation across all Centrica Plc brands, including British Gas.
Rob's diverse background includes roles in auto parts delivery, enterprise software sales, video game development, marketing, telecommunications, and automotive. He has held senior positions at Centrica Plc, Kabam in San Francisco, and Microsoft.
Stewart Lightbody, head of group fleet, Sureserve
With over 25 years of experience in running complex fleets, I have managed both insourced and outsourced operations across cars, vans and HGVs.
A qualified fleet manager by trade having completed the ICFM (Now AFP ) qualification, I continue to embrace learning and innovation in a far more complex fleet landscape than ever before.
Sarah Armitage, decarbonisation and vehicle strategy manager, Network Rail
With over 11 years of experience in the automotive industry, I am decarbonisation and strategy manager at Network Rail, where I lead the transition of our 10,000-vehicle fleet towards a fully Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) future.
Since joining Network Rail over two years ago, I’ve worked closely with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure a smooth and cost effective shift to cleaner transport solutions. From early market scoping to long-term strategic planning, I focus on delivering sustainable change while maintaining operational excellence.
I am passionate about innovation, collaboration, and environmental responsibility, I’m proud to be playing a part in shaping a greener future for one of the UK’s largest and most complex fleets.
James Ferrol, car and LCV fleet manager, Dunelm
Scott Chambers, corporate sales manager, Athlon
With over 26 years in the automotive industry, Scott has seen the fleet world evolve.
As the corporate and international sales manager at Athlon UK, he brings not only a wealth of industry expertise to his role, but a genuine passion for helping customers make smarter, more sustainable mobility choices.
Scott’s consultative approach helps customers navigate the complexities of fleet management to deliver fleet solutions that truly meet their unique needs. He is dedicated to helping businesses shape and implement fleet strategies that are efficient, future-ready and aligned with their long-term vision.
Mike Roberts, managing editor, Fleet News
Mike Roberts returned to Fleet News in 2021 having previously been its news editor in the early 2000s. He is now managing editor of Fleet News, AM and RAIL.
Mike started his career in local newspapers in the 1990s and has since worked on several specialist titles, both in print and online.
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Mike Roberts returned to Fleet News in 2021 having previously been its news editor in the early 2000s.
He is now managing editor for Fleet News, AM and Rail in the Bauer B2B portfolio. Prior to this he was managing editor of Fleet News' sister-title Smart Transport.
Mike started his career in local newspapers in the 1990s and has since worked on several specialist titles, both in print and online.
