Seventeen year old Zak Kemp-Howarth is in the running to be named Rising Star of the Year at the Logistics Awards 2024, which are organised by Logistics UK and take place next month.

The Rising Star award recognises those who have made a significant impact in the logistics industry, in the early stages of their career.

As well as generating exceptional results, they need to have made an impact and be truly class leading, and have the potential to lead the industry into the next decade and beyond.

Kemp-Howarth said: “I am delighted to have been nominated. The logistics sector has so many career paths to follow and I am looking forward to continuing to play my part.”

Having grown up in the industry, he is the fourth generation of his family to be involved in the logistics sector, following in the footsteps of his great grandfather, grandfather and mum.

He has also been involved in efforts to promote the various roles within the transport and logistics sector to students during their visits to the Carmen, in London, a group that is building on heritage to promote transport knowledge and encourages innovation. 

Since January 2024 Kemp-Howarth has been part of Logistics UK’s new Apprenticeship Scheme and is already making a positive impact at AIM Commercial Services based in Ripley and with Collins Earthworks. 

At AIM, Zak has already spearheaded changes using his IT skills and knowledge to work with customers to update their download devices and improve the systems used for downloading digital data.

This move will result in less mileage travelled to collect the data, less fuel used, less CO2 emissions and profit will increase with less costs. 

The firm, launched by his mum Allison Kemp MBE, 20 years ago, provides CPC driver and transport manager training through their training academy, tachograph analysis and help to ensure operators remain compliant through rigorous audits. 

Allison Kemp-Howarth, said: “Zak had brought with him some fresh ideas and is taking an interest in all aspects of our work. 

“I am proud that he had also been working to encourage other young people to look at the wide range of careers available within our sector.” 

The Logistics Awards will be presented at a ceremony taking place at the Park Plaza in London on 12 December.

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