Philip Busby will give a talk entitled The Box that changed the world or All you need to know about shipping containers
How did a simple steel container revolutionise what we buy, where we buy it from and how much we pay for things? How did it change our economy and the jobs we do? Who invented the container and when? Why were they even needed? Find out who controls the world of container shipping today and why that’s important. What are some of the key risks for global Supply Chains and how do our new shopping habits impact the environment? We’ll take a look at where the box has taken us so far and where we’re (possibly) heading.
Philip gained a BSc in Chemical Engineering from Loughborough University and has won the International Award for Excellence in Logistics Purchasing from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS)
Philip has worked for seven multi-national employers across the Oil, Chemicals, Tobacco, Drink, Food and Media sectors in six countries during a 30 year career in Logistics and Supply Chain Management. He launched a consulting company in 2014, carrying out a wide range of projects including the distribution of Lateral Flow Devices for DHSC during the Covid 19 pandemic.
This event will be live at the Cellar Bar at Kennaway House, Coburg Road EX10 8NG. You will be expected to pay £2.50 entrance which includes a hot drink. (Or pay £2.50 for a hot drink and then come in free!) Please come prepared. Everyone welcome.