A few years ago, the UK Government put out a green paper that proposed to enshrine in law the principles of public procurement: namely the public good, value for money, transparency, integrity, fair treatment of suppliers and non-discrimination.

Each point sounds great.  But then you wonder, wouldn’t that work across the private sector too?

Right now, ESG is on everyone’s lips, and from the list above, ‘transparency, integrity, fair treatment and non-discrimination’ are key. 

Our challenge is few of us have time to devote to endless hours of supplier visits or to rove around industry exhibitions, often in distant places.  Even trawling the internet can take hours, and then you have all the uncertainties of trying to do business with a new and unknown entity. 

Desktop Exhibitions

BVAA recognized years ago the need for buyers and users of valves and actuators to have the industry come to them.  Afterall, they have particular constraints that mean getting away from the office is a non-starter, and normal exhibition attendance is just wishful thinking. 

That’s why BVAA introduced our ‘Desktop’ events. As the name implies these are mini exhibitions held onsite at the user/ customer’s own premises. 

We can take pretty well any available space; and with a few tables, pop-up banners, literature and product samples, plus of course technical experts on hand; we can have a fully-functioning mini exhibition up in moments.  Slick, no fuss, in and out with ease. 

There’s NO cost to YOU, the host!

We typically put our events on over lunchtime to avoid any downtime.

We are also able to tailor the events to the specific needs of the host.

• Want to see established subsea or Hydrogen-ready suppliers? – no problem.
• Must already be on the company AVL? - we can do that.
• Or maybe just the opposite - only have potential new suppliers?
• All and more are possible - the host decides.

BVAA welcomes all – the events are equally useful for up-and-coming engineers for educational purposes, as well as the senior procurement experts and specifiers.  We have a score of satisfied hosts, many of whom invite us back again and again:

“The BVAA exhibition was a remarkable event that showcased the latest products and services from the leading instrumentation vendors in the industry. Fluor is delighted to have hosted this event and facilitated the exchange of knowledge and insights among the attendees, who represented a diverse range of disciplines. We are thankful for Sophie and the team at BVAA for organising this event.” Zaryab Hussain, Design Engineer, Fluor Limited, Farnborough, UK.

For more information, or if you would like a no-obligation chat about BVAA Desktop events, contact us on +44(0)1295 221270 or enquiry@bvaa.org.uk.

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