RIDBA 2025 AGM at Triumph

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RIDBA is excited to reveal Triumph Motorcycles will host the association’s 2025 AGM.

The factory of the world-famous company, which is based in Hinckley, Leicestershire, will open it’s doors to the RIDBA board and members on Tuesday, April 29.

Following the AGM, a tour of the facilities at Triumph will take place with visitors able to go behind-the-scenes and experience the design, dedication and detail that goes into every motorcycle.

RIDBA members can click here to book 2025 AGM tickets now.

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RIDBA at LAMMA 2025

RIDBA at LAMMA 2025

RIDBA was at LAMMA 2025, proudly showcasing the benefits of membership and engaging with attendees.

Thousands of visitors flocked to the UK’s leading agricultural machinery, equipment, and technology show, hosted at the NEC in Birmingham on January 15-16.

A prime spot in hall 8

Dave Henbery and Joe Chalk, from the member services team, were joined on the RIDBA stand in hall 8 by volunteers from the association’s board. The team was on hand to answer questions, connect with members, and meet new faces.

RIDBA at LAMMA 2025

Reflecting on his first LAMMA experience, Dave said: “I had a fantastic experience at my first LAMMA. The event was incredibly well-organised, and our corner of hall 8 had such a friendly atmosphere. It was great catching up with some members and meeting a few in person for the first time.”

“RIDBA members enjoy a range of benefits, including the use of the brand for their business, access to industry networking events, discounted products and services, and expert information and advice. For those hiring a RIDBA member, the greatest advantage is the peace of mind that comes from knowing you’re working with someone trusted and fully compliant with RIDBA’s guidelines.”

Insights from the junior vice chair

RIDBA junior vice chair, Matthew Hastwell, said: “LAMMA is always a good chance to highlight to the agricultural community why it’s important to use a RIDBA member for their projects.”

When asked about the risks involved in failing to choose RIDBA-accredited members Matthew said: “I’d say first and foremost, the accreditation RIDBA members have provides peace of mind for customers. That peace of mind could be anything from avoiding hidden fees during construction to the unthinkable like a collapse endangering people and livestock.

“It was great to be able to discuss those points over the course of the two days.”

Want to learn more?

Want to know more about what we got up to at LAMMA? Read all about it in the next edition of the RIDBA Journal.

If you want to see more pictures from our time at LAMMA ’25 you can follow us on LinkedIn and X (Twitter) for all the updates.

New addition to member services team

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We are pleased to announce a new addition to the RIDBA member services team.

Dave Henbery will work with the team providing additional support on day-to-day tasks, while also having involvement in project work.

Dave said: “I am delighted to be working with RIDBA. I look forward to meeting members and representing the interests of everyone across the agricultural and industrial building industry that make up the community.

Revealed: RIDBA Industry Day 2024 programme

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The programme for RIDBA’s upcoming Industry Day has been revealed.

Held in partnership with Trimble, the RIBDA Industry Day 2024 will take place at the supplier member’s base in Leeds on Thursday, April 18.

There will be live demonstrations and presentations focused around the theme of the day which is embracing technology.

  • Tata Steels digital and innovation lead Alex Steel will speak on the subject of shaping the future of construction;
  • Some of Trimbles partners will highlight the latest tools and tech which you could be using in your business;
  • Chris Blunt from Blunt Security will assess whether AI and digital platforms will increase cyber-attacks;
  • On-site activities with a BuildingPoint Trimble hardware demonstration and a Leeds Finning CAT/Sitech machine control demo.

There will also be industry updates and opportunities for you to network.

A Trimble spokesperson said: “Trimble will be showcasing a variety of solutions, with emphasis on how to connect processes between estimating, project, procurement and fabrication teams into a centralised hub.

“A variety of Trimble’s trusted technology partners will also run demos throughout the day and members will have a chance to get hands on with construction robots such as SPOT the robotic dog and HP’s SitePrint robotic layout solution.”

Click here to book your free place at RIDBA’s Industry Day 2024

Three new faces join RIDBA board

The experience and expertise available on the RIDBA board is increasing thanks to three new members!

That’s because Oliver Janes of Briarwood (centre), Stephen Jaques of Jaques (left) and Matthew Hastwell of Wareing Buildings (right) are all joining.

RIDBA chairman Neil Fox said: “It’s always good to see people becoming more involved with RIDBA.

“They have a wealth of experience and expertise, and that’s only be a good thing for RIDBA and its members.

“It’s a really good piece of news to end the year with.”

The winter edition of the RIDBA Journal sees Stephen Jaques take part in the Steeling the Limelight feature.

Do you want information on joining the RIDBA board? Email [email protected].

Book now for RIDBA’s Industry Day 2024

In partnership with Trimble, RIDBA is bringing back its Industry Day and you can book your free place now!

With a theme of embracing technology and automation, suppliers will showcase their tech-based products and services.

There will also be live demonstrations, presentations and industry updates, plus opportunities to network.

RIDBA general manager Joe Chalk said: “It’s great to be bringing back RIDBA’s Industry Day.

“It’s always a popular event and we know members find it reward from both learning and networking points of view.

“Our thanks to Trimble for hosting the day.”

Craig Johnson, business manager at Trimble, said: “We’re really looking forward to welcoming our fellow RIDBA members for the association’s industry day in the spring.

“It’ll be the first time RIDBA holds the event in partnership with a member and we’re thrilled that that member is us!

“We’re sure it’ll add a brilliant new dynamic to what is always a fantastic event, and we can’t wait to see everyone in April.”

Supplier member Trimble will host the event at its base in Leeds on Thursday, April 18.

RIDBA’s AGM will take place at the end of the day.

Click here to book your free place at RIDBA’s Industry Day 2024

Review: RIDBA Industry Day 2022

Booking opens for free Italy trip for RIDBA members

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Would you like to go to northern Italy for a visit to fibre cement manufacturer Briarwood Landini for free? Then book for RIDBA’s exclusive member trip now!

Briarwood purchased the business in 2020 and controls the supply and distribution of its growing range of products. Now, RIDBA members can book for an exclusive visit.

The trip will take place from March 13 – March 14, 2024. Only RIDBA members can attend, with numbers limited to two people per member business.

Briarwood Landini will cover the cost of flights, accommodation and food. Guests will need to pay for drinks and travel to and from Heathrow.

Booking is available on a first come, first served basis. Delegates will need to travel together and be present on both days of the trip.

Booking: Briarwood Landini visit

 

RIDBA Building Awards 2023: Winners

The RIDBA Building Awards are always a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the best our industry has to offer and this year RIDBA members outdid themselves, supplying us with flying pigs and smashing the record number of entries across the eight categories.

It’s a cliché, but without those entries there is simply no event! They were all fantastic and a credit to the industry; thank you to everyone who entered. Of course, we need to say congratulations to all of the members lucky enough to take a trophy home from this year’s event.

Thank you to headline sponsor AJN Steelstock, premium sponsors Joseph Ash GalvanizingBarrett Steel and STRUMIS, and event sponsors Steadmans and Kingspan. Thanks too to Citation and Farming Monthly for their support.

A big thank you as well to everyone who came along or helped on the night and all those who played a part in making the awards happen.

Finally, more than £2,000 was raised for the Stroke Association on the night, so thank you for all of your donations.

RIDBA Building Awards 2023: Winners

  • Industrial and production award: M D Anthony, Bacton Transport
  • Training award: Shufflebottom
  • Farm storage award: Wareing Buildings, forestry workshop
  • New product/service award: Designeering, pig lift
  • Outstanding workmanship award: Matthew Hastwell (Wareing Buildings)
  • Residential and offices award: M D Anthony, estate agents
  • Livestock award: Wareing Buildings, Pemberton’s cattle shed
  • Commercial award: Rose Engineering, new workshop
  • Overall award: Rose engineering, new workshop

RIDBA Building Awards 2023 to support Stroke Association

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The Stroke Association is the chosen charity for the RIDBA Building Awards 2023.

By providing specialist support, advice and information, the Stroke Association’s aims help people rebuild their lives after a stroke.

It funds critical research and campaigns so people affected by stroke get the best care and support.

RIDBA chairman Neil Fox said: “I’m sure the guests at the RIDBA Building Awards will agree the Stroke Association is an incredibly worthy cause.”

“I urge them to give what they can on September 22.”

Approximately 100,000 people have strokes every year and stroke strikes every 5 minutes.

To help raise money, RIDBA will be running a prize draw at the event.

The draw will see one lucky guest will win five VIP tickets to see Peter Kay live at the O2 on January 6, 2024.

Raffle tickets will be available on the evening from 6:30pm, with the draw made at 9:30pm

This prize is courtesy of awards headline sponsor AJN Steelstock. All proceeds will go to the Stroke Association.

Wolfenden Concrete RIDBA tour booking

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RIDBA members will be able to go behind the scenes at Wolfenden Concrete in just a matter of weeks!

The visit on September 6 is the last in a series of exclusive RIDBA tours which has also seen IAE and Wareing Buildings host members.

Wolfenden Concrete is a RIDBA supplier member based in Barnoldswick, Lancashire, and has been working with dairy farmers for more than 40 years.

The tour will include a live demonstration showing how Wolfenden’s products are made.

Registration will be at 1pm with lunch provided for free before the tour begins at 2pm. It will finish at approximately 4pm.

To secure free places for you and your colleagues, click here to book for free now!