Invite goes out for Euro Bus Expo speakers

Industry experts are being invited to submit proposals to speak at this year’s Masterclass Theatre seminar programme, held within Euro Bus Expo at the NEC Birmingham on 12-14 November, 2024. 

For the first time, organisers of the premier event for the coach and bus sector are extending the open invitation for individuals to share their expertise and experience with thousands from across the industry. 

Opportunities include keynote presentations, lightning talks, panel discussions, case studies, roundtables, workshops, fireside chats, interviews, and one-to-one clinics. 

The Masterclass Theatre offers the chance of a dynamic platform over up to 30 minutes to provide updates, present findings, share experiences, and explore solutions to challenges in the industry. 

Proposals are being invited to present on one of eight themes: Looking ahead, investing in our people, fleets of the future/sustainable travel, funding and finance, cities and transport, operations and compliance, back to basics, and innovation. 

Each application will be confidentially reviewed by a panel of operators and industry professionals, who will consider factors such as quality, originality, relevance, and interest to the audience.  

Helen Conway, Euro Bus Expo Event Director, says: “Euro Bus Expo has always been the go-to platform for discovering what’s new and next in the coach and bus sector. This year, due to popular demand, we’re inviting speaker proposals to shape the show content. We strongly believe that diverse perspectives, on-the-ground experiences, shared best practices, and thought-provoking debates are crucial elements for an enriching experience.

“This is a unique opportunity for operators and suppliers to contribute to a community-driven event that leaves a lasting impact on the sector as a whole. This new approach to creating the programme reflects our commitment to creating an inclusive platform at Euro Bus Expo.” 

Presentations will need to be made in an educational, non-commercial, and non-self-promotional manner and proposals with overt commercial intent will not be considered. 

Applications are being accepted until 30 June. Feedback and invitations to present or participate in alternative content-sharing opportunities will then be provided by 31 July. 

• For more information about the Masterclass Theatre programme and to apply to present, click here.
• To exhibit at Euro Bus Expo 2024, contact: Martin Laverton at mlaverton@divcom.co.uk or on 07793 440281.