12 November 2026

Dinner Venue:
The Ivy Tower Bridge
One Tower Bridge, Tower Bridge Road, London, SE1 2AA

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

Global Supply Chain Connections: Translating Research into Occupier Strategy
In an increasingly unpredictable global environment, real estate strategy has become one of the most critical levers for navigating operational volatility. Join Cushman & Wakefield experts as they unpack the key findings from their flagship Waypoint 2026 report and translate raw global data into actionable occupier strategies.

Drawing from an analysis of 135 global markets across the Americas, APAC, and EMEA, this session explores how rising costs, shifting demand patterns, and ongoing geopolitical developments - including regional conflicts in the Middle East - are restructuring international supply chains. Chris and Michael will bridge the gap between macro market conditions and real-world execution, offering practical guidance on how occupiers can adapt their footprints, optimise operational costs, and build long-term supply chain resilience.
Speakers: 
Chris Cole, Partner, Global Occupier Services, Cushman & Wakefield
Michael Carson, International Partner,  Head of Supply Chain & Logistics Advisory, APAC & EMEA, Cushman & Wakefield

PFAS and the Bottom Line: What Industrial & Manufacturing Leaders Need to Know
"Forever Chemicals" are no longer just an environmental compliance issue - they are a core risk factor for industrial and manufacturing real estate transactions. With the government and the Environment Agency ramping up investigations, legacy contamination on industrial sites can trigger massive liabilities under contaminated land and permitting regimes.

Join Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP for a targeted briefing tailored for industrial real estate executives, exploring how emerging regulations and the UK PFAS Plan 2026 will impact asset valuation, due diligence, and deal flow.

Key Discussion Points:

• The Industrial Footprint: What PFAS are, where they linger in manufacturing assets, and why they are dominating headlines.
• Regulatory Realities: Current enforcement trends and what authorities expect from site operators.
• Deal & Valuation Impacts: Navigating PFAS during transactions, lease negotiations, and portfolio redevelopments.
• The 2026 Horizon: Preparing for upcoming changes under the UK PFAS Plan.

 Speaker:
Nick Harding, Senior Associate, BCLP

The Commercial Payments Bill and the Future of Retentions
The Commercial Payments Bill (Bill) was introduced to Parliament on 19 May 2026 and is now making its way through the legislative process. The Bill introduces three key sets of reforms: a prohibition on retentions in construction contracts, measures to improve payment practice, and stronger enforcement powers for the Small Business Commissioner (SBC). No official announcement has been made about when the Bill is likely to come into force however, we expect Royal Assent during 2027.
Key discussion points:

• Update on the Bill's progress through Parliament and its key proposals, including the proposed ban on retentions in construction contracts.
• Practical implications for project delivery and viability, impact on funding arrangements and quality assurance.
• A review of the viability of alternative approaches to retentions. 
• How to adhere to the Bill and promote fair payment practices.

Europe and Asia - Embracing the Differences: A Personal View from 2 Years in Asia
Concluding our programme, we are joined by Rob Hall, a long-time member of IAMC and an active volunteer and participant in IAMC's global and UK events. Rob has recently returned following a stint in Asia, where he served as Head of Integrated Portfolio Management for the APAC region at Cushman & Wakefield. Rob joins us to share his personal perspective on the differences between Asia and Europe. 
Speaker:
Rob Hall, Former Head of Integrated Portfolio Management APAC, Cushman & Wakefield

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