The logistics industry is to be applauded for keeping Britain trading in uncertain times according to a leading government minister.
Addressing guests at the FTA’s Logistics Awards 2019 at the Park Plaza hotel in Westminster, Baroness Vere of Norbiton, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State, Department for Transport, congratulated the logistics industry on its determination to protect the supply chain, despite difficult political and economic conditions.
Now in its third year, the awards celebrate companies and individuals in the logistics and supply industry.
Key sponsors included Brigade, CEVA Logistics, Siemens, Port of Dover, FTA Recovery and Santander.
Overseeing the event was the FTA’s director of marketing and communications, Kevin Green: “FTA’s Logistics Awards have always celebrated success, innovation and dedication, and this year was no exception," he said.
"A highly anticipated event that surpassed even the greatest of expectations, this year’s ceremony certainly lived up to its reputation as the logistics occasion of the year. A glittering ceremony, three course gourmet dinner, and performance by world-renowned comedian Ed Byrne ensured attendees were in high spirits throughout the evening.
“With the industry facing an era of unprecedented change, including the UK’s scheduled departure from the EU and rapidly advancing technologies, these awards have been the perfect opportunity to recognise the incredible work of the individuals and businesses committed to keeping Britain trading. I would like to personally congratulate all of the winners and each of the finalists, whose recognition is so richly deserved.”
With full multimodal representation, finalists working across all freight sectors were recognised for their "outstanding commitment, knowledge and expertise".
More than 400 members of the logistics industry attended the awards, including large retailers, distributors and industry operators.
And, following a record number of entrants this year, 15 companies and individuals went on to scoop awards:
Most Innovative Company of the Year sponsored by Siemens Financial Services
VictoriaPlum.com
Most Innovative Product of the Year sponsored by ITT Hub
Wheely-Safe Ltd
Road Freight Operator of the Year sponsored by Port of Dover
Collett & Sons Ltd
Rail Business of the Year sponsored by Manpower
Tarmac and Railfreight Services in partnership
Air Business of the Year sponsored by Port of Dover
Antonov Airlines
Water Business of the Year sponsored by CF Fertilisers
PD Ports Group
Retail and Manufacturing Shipper of the Year sponsored by Santander
Radwell International Ltd.
Public Services Operator of the Year sponsored by CEVA Logistics
GLH
Van Operator of the Year sponsored by FTA Recovery
JN Bentley
Logistics Partner of the Year sponsored by Brigade Electronics
The Very Enterprising Community Interest Company
Diversity Champion of the Year sponsored by Multimodal
Amey Fleet Services
Rising Star of the Year sponsored by Bridgestone Tyres
Sarah-Jayne Owen of CEVA Logistics
FTA Lifetime Achievement Award
Tommy Williams and John Williams from Maritime Transport
