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BCF: THE BRITISH COATINGS FEDERATION BCF Annual Conference 2019 & Gala Dinner – speaker line up announced The British Coatings Federation (BCF) has announced its speakers for their Annual Conference, to be held at the Forest of Arden Marriot Hotel & Country Club, Thursday 9th May. political and economic position of the coatings industry in the wake of Brexit, innovations in print and technology, crisis management and chemical safety and careers. BCF’s Annual Conference & Gala Dinner is a networking event for coatings professionals to develop, influence, support and exchange information. This year’s programme features a series of insightful talks from a host of speakers, as they explore the topics that mean the most to coatings, printing ink and wallcoverings manufacturers, including the Following the Conference is the annual networking Gala Dinner, taking place at the Forest of Arden marquee, where delegates will have an opportunity to catch up with some 130 industry contacts. To view the full programme and to book for the event, please visit the BCF website. The BCF welcome keynote speaker Mandy Hickson, a former RAF fighter jet pilot. As the second woman to fly the Tornado GR4 operationally, Mandy’s story both motivates and inspires, sharing lessons learned in teamworking, crisis management and leadership. The BCF would like to thank their sponsors: lead sponsor Fenton Packaging and also Tradebe and Synthomer. The British Coatings Federation is the sole Trade Association representing the UK paints, printing inks, powder coatings and wallcoverings sectors in the UK. For further information, visit www.coatings.org.uk or contact Tania Morrill [email protected] Solutions for recycling SOLVENTS Save Money | Recycle Any Solvent High Yield | Low Waste • Units available for any quantity and application • Safe and easy to use UY B OR LEASE • Recycled solvent as good as new • Atex certified for flammable solvents • The number one choice with over 38,000 units worldwide ASK FOR A FREE QUOTE SOLVENT SYSTEMS RECYCLING For more information visit: www.solutex.co.uk [email protected] | 01691 622 225