Exhibitors gear up for CV Show 2015
Preparations are well underway for this year’s Commercial Vehicle Show, which takes place from 14-16 April at the NEC Birmingham – as show bosses have revealed that there will be more tankers and trailers exhibited at the 2015 event than on any occasion since prior to the recession.
Organisers particularly noted the return after a seven-year absence of trailer builder Don-Bur, which describes its trailer as a real “showstopper”. The manufacturer will be launching a new lifting-deck trailer design, with a 52 UK pallet capacity.
Meanwhile, John and Steven Cartwright – faces familiar to the CV Show – will be in attendance at the NEC Birmingham to promote their new company, Tiger Trailers.
“The decision by John and me to leave our positions in the Cartwright family business was driven by our desire to lead the company 100 per cent and to make significant changes for its future success,” said Steven Cartwright, joint managing director at the new firm.
Sales director Darren Holland added that a new manufacturer on the scale of Tiger Trailers had not been generated in decades.
“This has got to be good news for all prospective purchasers,” he added. “Our first confirmed orders will be delivered during September and we invite all customers to visit us either at the factory or at the CV Show.”
Other players in the trailer sector to attend this year’s event will include Cartwright Group, Doll Fahrzeugbau, Lawrence David, Montracon, SDC and Van Hool – while tanker manufacturers exhibiting will include Felbinder UK, Fuller Tankers, G Magyar, Maisonneuve, RTN Group, Van Hool and Whale.
As Transport Operator went to press, heavy vehicle exhibitors attending the show included DAF, Isuzu Truck, Iveco and Mercedes-Benz – with numerous LCV manufacturers also slated to exhibit.
Further highlights of the 2015 event will include the return of the dedicated Workshop section, focusing on service, repair and maintenance, from heavy trucks through the passenger cars. This year’s Workshop will feature over 100 stands showcasing garage and workshop equipment, as well as OE and aftermarket components.
Meanwhile, temperature-controlled operators will find an extensive display of refrigerated transport and cold chain equipment in the Cool area.
The 2015 CV Show has also received international status accreditation from global industry body OICA, the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d’Automobiles.
Don’t miss Transport Operator’s special CV Show Preview in next month’s issue, where we’ll be showcasing a wide cross-section of this year’s exhibitors and innovations to help visitors prepare for the event.
Show visitors can register for their free tickets now, at the website.
