VoltWorx26 - South East Amenity & Fleet Electrification Event
Published on 28 July 2026
28 July 2026
Join us for VoltWorx26 South East Amenity & Fleet Electrification Event, powered by Kress; a new industry event held in partnership with Crawfords Group and Plumpton College, focused on electrification, technology and sustainability within the amenity, groundcare and fleet sectors.
Taking place at the AgriFood Centre, Plumpton College, VoltWorx26 will bring together local authorities, private and state schools, groundcare professionals, sports pitch managers, government bodies and organisations exploring more sustainable ways of working.
Whether you are already on the journey towards net zero, starting to explore electric machinery, or looking for practical insight into future fleet and grounds maintenance solutions, VoltWorx26 will offer a valuable afternoon of expert discussion, breakout sessions, trade stands and networking.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday 28th July
Time: 1:00pm – 6:00pm
Location: AgriFood Centre, Plumpton College, Wales Farm Lane, Lewes, BN7 3AE
Refreshments provided throughout the afternoon with hot food and locally sourced drinks to close the event.
About VoltWorx26
VoltWorx26 has been created to support organisations as they navigate the move towards lower-emission, more sustainable and technology-led operations.
The event will provide a valuable platform for discussion, education and networking around the future of electrification, robotics and sustainable solutions within the amenity and fleet sectors.
Across the afternoon, guests will have the opportunity to hear from industry speakers, attend focused breakout sessions, join a panel discussion and plenary, visit a range of trade stands, and connect with professionals from across the sector over food and drinks.
What to Expect on the Day
- Keynote speakers:
- Tom Harris - Sustainability Manager, Brighton & Hove Albion
- Oliver Tucker - Director, Green Bulb Energy
- Further keynote speakers to be announced
- Breakout session:
- Paul Larsen & Kress - Turf Quality and Performance Using Kress Robotic Mowers.
- Ed Dennett - Low-Emission Grounds Maintenance: Where Electric Tractors Fit in Public-Sector and Professional Turf.
- Further breakout sessions to be announced
- Panel discussion and plenary session
- Trade stands from leading industry brands, including:
- Fendt
- MAXUS
- Isuzu
- Manitou
- Can-Am
- Komatsu
- Paragon Finance
- Direct Enviro Services
- Time to network with exhibitors and industry professionals.
- Hot food and drinks to close the event, including a hog roast, local beers and Plumpton Estate wine
