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PITCH TO SUPPLY CHAIN DECISION-MAKERS THAT ARE LOOKING FOR YOUR SERVICES.

Thursday 13th March 2025
 
Runway Visitor Park, Manchester Airport

SUPPLIER TICKETS ARE NOW SOLD OUT - YOU CAN REGISTER FOR OUR RESERVE LIST BELOW

Meet with up to 25 major Buyers based in Greater Manchester.
Pitch your products and services.
All in one day.

If you want to win new business and get ahead of your competition, this is your chance to connect directly with major buyers in the Manchester area, removing the need for endless cold calls, email chasing, and speculative meetings.

25 buyers are due to take part in the event, with requirements for specific products and services that your business provides. Taking place in the awe-inspiring Runway Visitor Park at Manchester Airport, complete with its very own Concorde aircraft, we will provide you with your own Meeting Diary of appointments to meet with Buyers looking for your products and services.

 

This unmissable event will be an excellent sales opportunity for your business. 

Thank you for your interest in the 2025 Manchester Airport Meet the Buyers event, unfortunately we are at capacity for suppliers.

By registering below you will be added to our waiting list. Ahead of the event we may have appointments become available with the buyers and we will reach out to the waiting list on a first refusal basis.

If this happens we will be in touch.

Buyers in 2025

HOW IT WORKS

Register

 1. We invite suppliers operating locally to attend

Requirements

2. We share buyers purchasing requirements with you

Preferences

3. You submit preferences for the buyers you want to meet

Matchmaking

4. We generate meetings based on your preferences and buyer needs

Meet

5. You meet with buyers and have an amazing day selling

CAN YOU AFFORD TO MISS IT?

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Save Time

 Avoid cold calling, we provide direct access to buyers and sellers.

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Save Money

Remove the cost of business development, meet multiple leads in one place.

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Connect

Share ideas with others looking to develop their supply chains.

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Keep Focus

Guarantee one-on-one appointments with an organised schedule.

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Stay Ahead

Learn about upcoming contracts and projects in the area.

WHAT OUR BUYERS ARE LOOKING FOR

Consultancy & Staffing Electrical 

Print & Events

Metalwork

Safety & Security
Engineering & Construction

Fit-out & Finishing

Marketing

Facilities
Mechanical & Environmental

Water & Plumbing

IT


And much more...
  • Who can attend?
    The event is open to SME companies in the local area.
  • How do I know if the buyers want what I supply?
    When our buyers confirm attendance they complete a 'Purchasing Requirement Form'. This form contains both their general areas of interest, and specific details about procurement needs in the upcoming six to eighteen months. From these forms, we compile a "Buyers' Catalogue" containing all their requirements, listed by buyer. Then, select up to ten in priority order with whom you would like to meet.
  • How are my meetings allocated?
    When we receive your meeting requests they are entered into a computer system. You are issued appointments based on your compatibility with the buyers' requirements and the order in which you requested them. After this point we manually edit the lists, to ensure everyone receives the maximum number of relevant appointments. We recommend that you read the catalogue thoroughly and pick buyers who require your products/services, as our matching process will allocate your meetings based on these requirements.
  • How many meetings can I have?
    We endeavour to schedule as many meetings as possible, but on average we expect to organise four meetings for each supplier.
  • How long are the meetings?
    Your meetings will last 10 minutes each. You will be surprised at how easily this can be enough time to get that vital first introduction, stimulate interest in your product or service, and agree upon a course of action.
  • When will I receive my appointment calendar?
    To give you the opportunity to edit your appointment request list in case of last-minute buyer sign-ups, we issue appointment schedules a week in advance of the event.
  • Can I bring a colleague?
    If you would like to bring a colleague you will need to register them and pay for their place
  • How many buyers will be there on the day?
    We aim to have at least 25 buyers on the day
  • Can I bring my products to show the buyers?
    Yes, as long as you can easily move them from booth to booth and carry them around with you during the day.
  • Are refreshments included?
    A buffet lunch is provided, and tea, coffee and water are free-flowing throughout the day. Please let us know at the time of booking if you have any allergies.
  • When should I arrive?
    We ask that all attendees arrive at least 20 minutes before their first appointment so they can register, settle in, and familiarise themselves with the layout. Additional appointments may be available on the day, so arriving early also allows you to book for last-minute meetings.
  • Where can I park?
    There is free on site parking at the venue, you will be sent full information a week before the event
  • What is the definition of an SME?
    An SME is defined as having less than 250 employees and or an annual turnover of less than 45 Million Euros. An SME cannot be more than 25% owned by a company outside these parameters

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

"Very productive event.  Met at least 3 to 4 potential suppliers"

- Vanderlande

"A great opportunity to expand and improve our supply chain"

- Levertech Engineering Services

2025 PARTNERS & SPONSORS

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Airius is committed to saving energy, cutting costs, improving comfort and reducing carbon for clients all around the world. On average Airius systems save 35% on heating and cooling costs. 

Airius are world leaders in destratification fan technology and have an extensive range suitable for all types of buildings and indoor spaces. 

Working alongside all types of HVAC equipment Airius destratification fans are simple and inexpensive to run, balancing internal temperatures to improve energy management, reduce heating and cooling costs and significantly improve comfort levels for clients and employees. 

With average return on investment times currently running at between 8 and 18 months, Airius really can help make a difference. 

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HSS ProService boasts a specialized team dedicated to delivering Tools, Equipment, Consumables, and Innovative solutions tailored for the Aviation sector. 

As the Preferred Supplier in partnership with MAG, the HSS ProService Airport hold the supply chain agreement, supplying MAG engineering and contractors with the tools they need to keep Manchester, East Midlands and Stansted Airport operational. 

With airside access and experienced drivers, we have the ability to deliver the kit you need, when you need it landside or airside. HSS ProService Airports has a proven track record of over 12 years in supplying safety-compliant tools and equipment in the aviation industry.  

Working in partnership with the MAG sustainability team, we support assist their supply chain with greener alternative equipment to help with Net Zero strategies.  As an Ecovadis Gold member, we understand the importance of reducing harmful emissions at the airports. 

You can now reserve your equipment anytime through our HSS ProService Marketplace, available 24/7. We also consolidate deliveries/collections to reduce emissions and monitor the equipment you hire; offering CO2 reducing alternatives based on the equipment you hire from us. 

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As part of the Crown Oil Group, Crown Oil Environmental draws on more than 75 years of experience providing reliable, sustainable and compliant solutions for key infrastructure to ensure smooth-running operations for fuel-dependent businesses. Our extensive portfolio of products and services encompasses tank installations and maintenance, fuel system inspections, HVO transitions, emergency fuel supply and much more. We know the world is changing and we’re passionate about leading that change. In 2022, we became the UK’s first carbon neutral fuel supply and maintenance company. We’re now helping our customers with their own sustainability journey whilst ensuring we’re on track to achieve our 2030 net zero (scope 1 & 2 emissions) target. 

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