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Webinar – Building trust and shaping the future of fleet payments

This webinar, part of the ‘Transport + Energy Explains’ series, will bring together key voices from Octopus Fleet and Visa to explore how new approaches are transforming payment experiences for fleet operators and their drivers.
January 7, 2026_
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The panel will examine the evolving relationship between businesses and drivers, highlighting how trust and security are being rebuilt through digital innovation and partnerships.

We’ll address practical challenges faced by fleet managers, such as fragmented charging networks, data complexity, and payment reconciliation, while showcasing actionable strategies and insights that can deliver immediate impact.

Through in-depth discussion, real-world case studies (including the Octopus–Visa partnership), and audience Q&A, attendees will come away with a clear understanding of:

  • The latest trends and innovations in fleet payment systems
  • Building and maintaining trust between organisations and drivers
  • Leveraging real-time data to improve operational efficiency and decision-making
  • Best practices and actionable steps for fleet managers amid sector transformation

Join us for a thought-provoking session designed to empower fleet professionals, promote industry confidence, and drive forward the electrification and digitalisation of transport.


The webinar will feature:

      • Chaired by James Evison, Content Manager, Transport + Energy

      • Neil Halls, Director – B2B Fleet and Mobility Payments, Visa

         

      • Representative from Octopus Fleet TBC


    Topics to be discussed include: 

    ● The latest trends and innovations in fleet payment systems
    ● Building and maintaining trust between organisations and drivers
    ● Leveraging real-time data to improve operational efficiency and decision-making
    ● Best practices and actionable steps for fleet managers amid sector transformation


    James Evison is an editor specialising in digital content, including work on PPA Award-winning and shortlisted content campaigns and events. He has worked for a number of publishing companies, including RBI, UBM, William Reed, Metropolis and Faversham House. Across a variety of roles, he has developed websites, newsletters and other digital assets, producing, editing and creating best-in-class news, features and other content.

    Neil works for Visa in Europe, specialising in Fleet, Mobility, and Employee Benefit payment solutions. Before joining Visa, Neil built a strong foundation in the automotive industry, spending seven years at BMW and MINI Head Office, where he gained extensive experience in OEM.

    Other speakers TBC
     

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