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Gain direct insight into the operational, strategic, and financial aspects of a leading global manufacturer. This visit to Pirelli's Carlisle facility offers a valuable opportunity to understand advanced manufacturing in practice, from the factory floor to global strategy.

Pirelli's Carlisle plant has been a significant UK tyre supplier for over 50 years, employing more than 850 people and supporting thousands of jobs in its supply chain. Focused exclusively on the consumer market (cars, motorcycles, bicycles), Pirelli is also noted for its innovation, including developing the world's first FSC™ certified natural rubber tyre.

This informative lunchtime session, led by engineering manager Alan Wilson and the Pirelli team, aims to provide a professional understanding of their operations and strategic direction.

Why attend:

• Global business operations | Understand the complexities of a major international manufacturing and service provider, including their product lifecycle, customer strategies, and core values.
• Sustainability and ESG implementation | Explore Pirelli's comprehensive sustainability roadmap and their decarbonisation journey. Gain practical insight into how a large industrial entity integrates environmental considerations, with implications for financial reporting, risk management, and long-term value creation.
• Economics of UK manufacturing | Discuss the economic drivers, challenges, and strategic importance of advanced manufacturing in the UK. Consider aspects such as operational efficiency, capital expenditure, supply chain resilience, and the financial impact of technological advancements.
• Operational finance perspective | Observe how a large-scale manufacturing facility operates and gather insights into cost management, productivity drivers, and investment decisions within a real-world context.
• Strategic adaptation | See how a long-standing UK company adapts to market demands, technological shifts, and sustainability imperatives.

What to expect:

• Pirelli overview | A presentation on Pirelli’s UK and global presence, including their products, customer base, and core values.
• Sustainability journey | An in-depth look at Pirelli’s sustainability programme roadmap and their progress towards decarbonisation.
• Advanced manufacturing discussion | A general discussion on the role and economic contributions of advanced manufacturing in the UK.

A light lunch will be provided. Please park in the main car park and proceed to the gatehouse for directions to the Conference Centre.

To confirm your attendance, please provide your full name and company at the time of booking. This information will be shared with Pirelli for site access purposes.