Logistics UK’s chief executive David Wells has stepped down from his post and a process is underway to find a replacement.
The business group said he left the role at the end of July having notified the president early in the new year of his intentions.
Wells joined Logistics UK in 2009 as finance director and became CEO in 2015.
He oversaw an organisational rebrand from its previous name as the Freight Transport Association in 2020, the adoption of a new corporate strategy and presided over a trade association that increased its membership to an all-time high of 21,600 this year.
He received an OBE in 2022 for his services to transport and logistics.
Phil Roe, Logistics UK president, said: “David has steered the organisation smoothly through a decade of significant change, including the Covid-19 pandemic, Brexit and issues at the UK’s borders, with a calm focus that has inspired the team.
“He has the ability to engage with everyone, from the most junior member of staff to those at the highest levels of government, with empathy and enthusiasm, and has always prioritised the needs of our members above all else.
“Thanks to his stewardship, Logistics UK is now regarded as one of the country’s leading business groups and he should be proud of the legacy he leaves for his successor. On behalf of all our staff and members, I’d like to thank him for all his hard work and wish him every success in his next challenge.”
Wells said his 10 years at the helm had flown by: “At some point it is right to hand the baton to the next leader to take the organisation forward with fresh ideas and energy,” he added.
“I want to thank my wonderful colleagues and members for all they have done in support of our mission to see the sector recognised as the vital economic infrastructure that serves everybody, everywhere, every day.”
