Insurers and VMs rally for ARC360 2026

ARC360 2026 is set to bring together the most influential voices in UK vehicle repair when it returns to the British Motor Museum, Gaydon, on Thursday 21 May.

With around 30 insurer brands and more than 10 vehicle manufacturers already confirmed, along with many of the UK’s most ‘future ready’ repairers, ARC360 continues to cement its place as a vital forum for the claims and repair sector.

The event connects key decision-makers in repair networks, claims operations and supply chains, offering a rare opportunity for honest, cross-sector dialogue on challenges including repair capacity, evolving vehicle technology and supply chain resilience.

With over 400 delegates expected, ARC360 2026 will deliver a packed programme of keynote sessions, expert panels, technical showcases and vehicle demonstrations. The New Generation Hub, delivered in partnership with AutoRaise, also makes its debut, highlighting future talent in the sector.

The speaker line-up continues to grow, reflecting the depth and diversity of the industry. Newly confirmed are Dan Harrowell, Principal Engineer – Advanced Technologies at Thatcham Research, and Keiran Perks, Managing Director at Express Bodyworks.

They join:

• Matthew Freeman, CAP HPI
• Natalie Horton, The AA
• Richard Ketley, esure
• Scott McCammon, Admiral
• Kate Nash, Tesco Insurance & Money Services
• Martyn Rowley, NBRA
• Paul Sell, Trend Tracker
• Simon Smith, Solus Accident Repair Centre
• Emma Speed, AutoRaise
• Tina Williams, Autocraft Telford Ltd.

ARC360 2026 is supported by Corporate Partners including Allscreens, Solera Audatex, BASF, e2e, Mirka, NWVA, Prasco UK, Repairify, S&G and Sherwin-Williams. Thatcham Research returns as Event Sponsor, with AutoRaise, NBRA and Trend Tracker as Industry Body Partners, and Stellantis as Vehicle Manufacturer Partner.

Tickets continue to sell fast, with special discounted repairer tickets available for NBRA, S&G and Stellantis network repairers. Sponsorship and exhibitor spaces are also limited and filling fast.

To secure delegate places or find out more about sponsorship opportunities, visit www.iloveclaims.com or contact Liane at liane@iloveclaims.com.