With a record attendance of just over 100 delegates, last week’s BIAFD Spring meeting enabled fastener professionals to network with one another and learn about important challenges currently facing the sector.
Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) took centre stage as Jamie Mcleod of Crowe UK gave an overview of the initiative and explained the differences between EU and UK CBAM. Jamie’s session was followed by Andrea Bertaggia of the European Fastener Distributor Association (EFDA) who detailed the work EFDA is doing to support its members. BIAFD chairman Ian Doherty then shared the association’s position on UK CBAM.
“I’m pleased that BIAFD members were in support of our position. We’ll now work on a consultation response which will be shared with members so they can make their own submissions to government. Having an aligned position is vitally important so I’d like to thank Crowe UK for their advice, EFDA for their input, and BIAFD members for their support,” said Ian Doherty, BIAFD Chairman.
The final session of the day was delivered by David Kivlin of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). David explained the role of inspectors and how the HSE’s investigation process works. This was followed by an update from a member who had experienced an HSE investigation and what they had learnt from the incident.
BIAFD’s next meeting will take place on Thursday 10th October 2024.
Having spent a decade in the fastener industry experiencing every facet – from steel mills, fastener manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, as well as machinery builders and plating + coating companies, Claire has developed an in-depth knowledge of all things fasteners.
Alongside visiting numerous companies, exhibitions and conferences around the world, Claire has also interviewed high profile figures – focusing on key topics impacting the sector and making sure readers stay up to date with the latest developments within the industry.
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