Van fleet managers have been advised of the dates of the most important event in their diaries: the Fleet Van Conference and Awards will take place on September 16 at the National Motorcycle Museum, Birmingham.

The event, which is seen as an essential part of the van fleet industry calendar, provides a full day of networking for van fleet decision-makers and their suppliers.

The conference will focus on the challenges facing van fleet operators and look at some of the best ideas in the industry that keep costs under control while still delivering efficient business transport services.

“The Fleet Van Conference and Awards is a highlight of the industry calendar and offers a unique combination of best practice advice, networking and entertainment,” said Chris Lester, event director.

“Now more than ever the industry needs to gather to discuss the challenges of operating in this tough economic environment. The Fleet Van Conference and Awards is a vital opportunity for the industry to share best practice, network and celebrate.”

In the evening, the van fleet industry’s glittering Awards will take place. The Fleet Van Awards will cover three key categories: fleet managers, fleet suppliers and fleet manufacturers, with the evening rounded off by a series of prestigious headline awards.

The deadline for awards entries will be Friday, 24 July, 2009.

For the latest information, log onto www.fleetvanevent.com