BulkEx 23 Conference Success!
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Last week, the MHEA’s recent BulkEx 23 conference, which was held at the midlands-based Chesford Grange in Warwickshire, was heralded as the best yet!  The distinguished event showcased 12 technical keynote speeches delivered by seasoned professionals in the field. Attendees were offered a glimpse into an inspiring exhibition of member companies boasting a selection of stands that spotlighted pioneering products and strategies in the bulk materials handling sector.

 

With a turnout of nearly 200 delegates, the event was abuzz with professionals seizing every chance to cultivate meaningful connections and harness networking opportunities. This year, BulkEx 23 reaffirmed its stature as a leading meeting point for industry experts to share insights, brainstorm concepts, and ignite promising business ventures.

The 2023 conference event introduced two novel award categories: “Exporter of the Year” and “Sustainability Award,” underlining the event’s commitment to praise exemplary achievements. The awards gala, attended by over 160 guests, emerged as a memorable segment, honouring industry champions who have substantially influenced the domain.

Stellar Speakers: Our revered speakers delivered unmatched expertise, offering insights that promise to redefine our sector’s trajectory. Their wisdom has undeniably invigorated and empowered us.

Remarkable Exhibitors: The exhibition showcased an array of trailblazers from the bulk materials handling niche. We witnessed state-of-the-art solutions, pioneering technologies, and revolutionary gear, hinting at the forthcoming shifts in our industry.

Dynamic Ambiance: BulkEx 23 resonated with vibrant vibes, fostering a spirit of zeal and unity. The high-level interest in bulk materials handling was evident, etching this event in our memories.

Unparalleled Networking: The event carved out stellar networking avenues, nurturing ties and alliances pivotal to our industry’s momentum. Engaging with peers has never felt so seamless.

Relive the Moments: Dive back into the euphoria of BulkEx 23! Explore the MHEA recap video to grasp the event’s highlights and its very soul.

 BulkEx 23

Hoverdale CEO Matthew Beverley is Vice President of the MHEA and supports the notion that BulkEx 23 was a resounding success all- round. Here, he is is pictured here with none other than legendary ex-England rugby player Rory Underwood 🏉 🏉

For MHEA Membership Enquiries, Contact: Secretariat, Linda White:

📞 Landline: 01257 412635 📱 Mobile: 07771 581 285 📩 Email: secretary@mhea.co.uk 🌐 Website: www.mhea.co.uk

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MATT BEVERLEY

A time served Mechanical engineer Matt’s background includes many high-profile projects within the Automotive Industry: The Rolls Royce Phantom, Rolls Royce Cullinan, Spyker Le-Mans racing teams, Bentley, Aston Martin, and Airbus A380. This history and knowledge of complex manufacturing and engineering projects have been transferred and further developed into the bulk material handling sector. Matt has work in Europe, North America, Indonesia, and China

He joined the bulk solids and bulk handling industry in 2019 as Managing Director of Hoverdale UK Ltd and subsequently completed a Management buyout in July 2020. The business has grown yearly, increased employment, its customer base, and worldwide reputation, and disrupted the market with groundbreaking innovative technology. Since Matt took over Hoverdale, the company has filed four patents for innovation; one was granted in 2023 for a design to improve bulk handling. The success had been driven by delivering tailored solutions to the waste recycling sectors that keep material flowing out and money flowing in.

Awards Include

  • 2024 – Shapa company of the Year
  • 2024- Shapa Innovation in Technology
  • 2024- MHEA Engineer of the year
  • 2021 – MHEA Innovation of the year
  • 2021- IMechE Innovation award

Current Positions Include.

  • Group Chairman Hoverdale UK Ltd
  • President (MHEA) Material Handling Engineers Association
  • Vice Chairman: IMechE Bulk Material Handling Committee
  • Council Member: (SHAPA) Solids Handling & Particle Association
  • Member: Chartered Management Institute

Matt has been happily married to Julie for 22 years and has 4 children, 3 of which are involved within the Hoverdale group of companies. He is an RFU level 2 qualified coach and referee having been in several head coaching roles at various age groups from under 6’s to adults for his local team Nuneaton RFC. He believes in the core values that rugby teaches of Teamwork, Respect, Enjoyment, Discipline, Sportsmanship and try’s to carry this through in his day to day business activities. He is passionate at brining the next generation of young, diverse engineers into the sector through promotion of apprenticeship scheme and further education routes.

DAVID BARTER

David is an experienced leader, with a background covering Operations, eCommerce, Finance, Compliance, HR and IT. His career spans Banking, Retail and Engineering, spending the majority of his career working for ALDI as they grew to become 4th largest supermarket in the UK, including seven years on their UK board as Managing Director of IT and eCommerce.

David joined Hoverdale’s Senior Management Team in 2023 to seek a fresh challenge in a completely different industry sector. He has applied his approach to Process Improvement, Efficiency, Customer Service and Teamwork to great effect during Hoverdale’s sustained growth.

Married to Jane, with three adult sons between them, David volunteers on the board of the Nottingham Playhouse theatre as well as his local rugby and football clubs. Any spare time he spends enjoying walks with their Golden Retriever, Buzz, who is also regularly seen in the Hoverdale office.

BEN DUCHESNE

Ben is a time serviced field service engineer in the busy waste and recycling sector, who’s career moved into to managing service teams and beyond. Originally beginning his career with a HGV repair and maintenance apprenticeship with IVECO, from there travelling and working in multiple countries moving towards waste processing shredders.

Ben joined the Hoverdale team in September 2024 seeking to apply his extensive knowledge to a new area. His values and ethics fit perfectly within the Hoverdale ethos.

He is happily married to Kristina, with 4 wonderful young children; 14, 11, 8 and 5. We the children he doesn’t get much spare time. He is a family man, who enjoys spending as much time with them as possible.