#SMMTSummit addresses some of the key issues for automotive; the industry roadmap for the net zero transition; how to improve the UK’s competitiveness and compete against fierce global competition; and the opportunities that will arise for businesses that seize the moment and innovate now for the future
Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT)
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
SMMT is the voice of the UK motor industry, supporting and promoting its members’ interests, at home and abroad
About us
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) is one of the largest and most influential trade associations in the UK. Its resources, reputation and unrivalled automotive data place it at the heart of the UK automotive industry. It undertakes a variety of activities to support and represent the interests of the industry and has a long history of achievement. Working closely with member companies, SMMT acts as the voice of the UK motor industry, supporting and promoting its interests, at home and abroad, to government, stakeholders and the media. SMMT represents more than 700 automotive companies in the UK, ranging from OEMs to SMEs, providing them with a forum to voice their views on issues affecting the automotive sector, helping to guide strategies and build positive relationships with government and regulatory authorities. Whether the industry is your business or it impacts on your organisation in any way, SMMT can deliver real business benefits to help your company meet the challenges of the future. Take a look at our showcase pages for more information about the services SMMT provides to its members. ______________________________________________________________________ The automotive industry is a vital part of the UK economy accounting for more than £71.6 billion turnover and £18.9 billion value added. With some 169,000 people employed directly in manufacturing and 814,000 across the wider automotive industry, it accounts for 12.0% of total UK export of goods and invests £2.5 billion each year in automotive R&D. More than 30 manufacturers build in excess of 70 models of vehicle in the UK supported by more than 2,000 component providers and some of the world's most skilled engineers.
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External link for Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT)
- Industry
- Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- London
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1902
- Specialties
- Market Intelligence, Policy and legislation, Innovation and technology, International services, Business development opportunities, Business support, Technical advice, and Vehicle data
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71 Great Peter Street
London, SW1P 2BN, GB
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🚗📝 SMMT Drive to Thrive is offering UK automotive apprentices up to 44 hours of funded driving lessons, in partnership with Ben Automotive Industry Charity - with the aim to support young people from disadvantaged and minority backgrounds to gain the life-changing benefits of driving a car. Further details including the eligibility criteria and application form can be found here: https://lnkd.in/eHVcVrkf If the scheme could benefit someone in your organisation, please share it with colleagues and/or your HR department!
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At the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) LGBTQ+ and Allies Workshop I spoke to Mike Orford from Volkswagen UK and asked about his views on how the automotive industry has become more accepting of people from diverse backgrounds throughout his career.
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Drive On, LLC is energized to contribute to the SMMT mission of driving automotive innovation and transformation…
🎉 Welcome to our new members in October! Today, businesses need to be better informed, increasingly efficient and more competitive. On your own, this can be a tough call, but as a member of SMMT you have a resource to help you realise your full potential AVL CPD Bodies Ltd Ecomotive Trading Limited FAUN Zoeller Fleet Services Fortescue Zero INSIT INDUSTRIA SPA Marubeni Europe Preston Technical Sherwood Stainless & Aluminium Ltd Springfield NE Ltd tesa Tri-Wall Limited DS Smith Drive On, LLC Espack Eurologistica Philadelphia Global Limited https://lnkd.in/epfuKm8B
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Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) reposted this
Drive On, LLC is energized to contribute to the SMMT mission of driving automotive innovation and transformation…
🎉 Welcome to our new members in October! Today, businesses need to be better informed, increasingly efficient and more competitive. On your own, this can be a tough call, but as a member of SMMT you have a resource to help you realise your full potential AVL CPD Bodies Ltd Ecomotive Trading Limited FAUN Zoeller Fleet Services Fortescue Zero INSIT INDUSTRIA SPA Marubeni Europe Preston Technical Sherwood Stainless & Aluminium Ltd Springfield NE Ltd tesa Tri-Wall Limited DS Smith Drive On, LLC Espack Eurologistica Philadelphia Global Limited https://lnkd.in/epfuKm8B
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The auto sector remains Britain’s largest exporter of manufactured products, increasing its share of these exports to 13.9% in the first half of 2024 The value of these exports has remained consistently high, driven by global demand for premium UK-made electrified vehicles, which are worth roughly one and a half times more than ICE models smmt.co.uk/2024/10/automo…
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While SMMT’s latest production figures show car output fell by a fifth in September, model changeovers and plant retooling for zero emission vehicle production largely account for the decline but point to longer term, greener growth. The industry has always been export-led, with the bulk of vehicles produced for global markets and, equally crucial to our trading success story, the value of these exports has remained consistently high given the increasing proportion of premium electrified models being produced. We can go further in the right direction by securing fresh inward investment in electrification and battery manufacturing, and the forthcoming Autumn Budget and Industrial Strategy are significant opportunities to do so. In particular, the investment set out in last year’s Advanced Manufacturing Plan must be reaffirmed, with additional measures that underpin the UK’s global competitiveness: increased access to affordable green energy, improved fair and tariff-free trade agreements with major and emerging markets, and support for the new skills transition that builds on the existing strengths of our workforce. More in this week's Update: https://lnkd.in/e9Gdr-a6
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This week I’ve attended two forward thinking events, both on the top floors of Skyscrapers, firstly the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) LGBTQ+ and Allies Workshop in Birmingham in partnership with Shoosmiths and secondly The DFDS Partnership is Leadership: Electrifying UK Freight in London. The LGBTQ+ and Allies Workshop had 40 SMMT members attend to hear from industry speakers Amy Carter, Kate Thompson, Kasia Lipinska, Mike Orford and Shereen Johal as well as a training workshop from Queerify. The Partnership in Leadership event had DFDS announce the delivery of their first Electric HGV from Volvo Trucks UK with various speakers including Angus Webb, Chris Ashley, Isabella Panovic, Niklas Andersson and Roger Alm, I also had a chance to catch up with Natalie Chapman at the event. Earlier in the week, back on the ground, I popped into the Harris Maxus facility to catch up with Tony Close.
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Director at Deloitte UK | OUTstanding Future Leaders List 2020 & 2021 | Highly Commended Influential Role Model of the Year 2022, Diva Awards | Keynote Speaker | Diversity, Inclusion & Intersectionality Advocate
This week, I attended another fantastic Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) LGBTQ+ & Allies workshop. It was an excellent opportunity to reconnect with some familiar faces. It was an insightful day of panels, guest speakers, and a wonderfully delivered LGBTQ+ language workshop by Queerify. There were also some great breakout sessions to discuss the shared challenges in automotive.
️🌈 SMMT is delighted to host our LGBTQ+ & Allies Workshop in Birmingham today, in partnership with Shoosmiths, with presentations and a Q&A involving Kate Thompson, Amy Carter, Mike Orford and Kasia Lipinska - plus awareness training from Queerify Bringing together people from across the UK automotive sector - those who identify as LGBTQ+, as well as allies from all backgrounds - is crucial Among the topics being covered are how to set up LGBTQ+ employee network groups, lesbian and trans inclusion, using correct pronouns, and how to support colleagues who experience prejudice or discrimination SMMT and its members will continue to strive towards raising awareness of the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion, and helping businesses to deliver best practice
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🎉 Welcome to our new members in October! Today, businesses need to be better informed, increasingly efficient and more competitive. On your own, this can be a tough call, but as a member of SMMT you have a resource to help you realise your full potential AVL CPD Bodies Ltd Ecomotive Trading Limited FAUN Zoeller Fleet Services Fortescue Zero INSIT INDUSTRIA SPA Marubeni Europe Preston Technical Sherwood Stainless & Aluminium Ltd Springfield NE Ltd tesa Tri-Wall Limited DS Smith Drive On, LLC Espack Eurologistica Philadelphia Global Limited https://lnkd.in/epfuKm8B
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