Pallet network Fortec signs the Armed Forces Covenant

May 9, 2019

Fortec workers
 

The Fortec Distribution Network has become a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant as part of its commitment to supporting military veterans. The covenant focuses on helping members of the armed forces community have the same access to government and commercial services and products as any other citizen. Adrian Bradley, MD of Fortec, which employees ex-service personnel, said: “This is the perfect way to recognise the contribution that military veterans make to Fortec, as well as the fabric of British […]




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