Appointments

Whistl, the UKs leading logistics specialists in e-fulfilment, contact centres, mail and parcels, has promoted Jon Stockton to Managing Director Fulfilment and will join the Whistl Executive Board. Jon joined Whistl earlier this year as a part of a restructure of its fulfilment operations and takes over from Noel Lambert. …

Two local students who won the opportunity to start a career in engineering following a competition run by The Port of Tilbury and the Gateway Academy, are now ready to take up apprenticeships at the busy port. In 2019 the port teamed up with the Gateway Academy in Tilbury to …

Effective September 14th, Vincenzo Nicolo has been appointed as Business Director of IVECO UK and Ireland. Having previously presided over IVECO business units in Romania, Bulgaria, Czech Republic and Slovakia, Vincenzo brings with him a wealth of experience with the brand having joined the company in 2002. After holding several …

Mecalac has announced the appointment of Mike Poxon to the role of Regional Business Manager (UK & Ireland). With significant expertise in sales, operations and dealer management, Mike is set to further bolster Mecalac’s dedicated national sales team. With more than 30 years’ experience in the construction equipment sector, Mike …

The founder of Midlands-based flooring manufacturer and retail firm Factory Direct Flooring (FDF) is calling on the UK logistics sector to generate more creative ways to attract and retain drivers and workers. Amid news of tactics such as sign-up and retention bonuses, and mammoth apprenticeship schemes, Paul Hambidge of FDF …

Dematic has announced the appointment of Steffen Thierfelder as the Market Leader of Dematic UK and Ireland. In this role, Theirfelder will be responsible for sales growth and supporting overall business development to further strengthen Dematic’s position as a global provider of intelligent automation solutions. Thierfelder, previously Dematic’s Senior Director …

Following the success of the Port of Tilbury’s Recruitment day in June, a group of 12 apprentices have joined the port after a competitive interview process. The group of young people have now started their two-year apprenticeship which includes full training and accredited qualifications giving these new candidates the opportunity …

As part of its ongoing commitment to members, Pall-Ex Group has hired Marc Batey as its Head of Network for Scotland, the North of England and Ireland. Bringing 15 years of logistics experience, Marc will be responsible for building relationships with existing members to create a stronger network and to …

By Leigh Anderson, Managing Director at Bis Henderson Recruitment Skills and labour shortages across the UK’s trade and logistics sectors have been hitting the headlines, most obviously for goods vehicle drivers. Less newsworthy, but equally threatening, is the shortfall in staff with knowledge and experience in Customs procedures; a situation …

moveero (formerly known as GKN Wheels) has appointed Hugo Burgers to the position of Chief Sales Officer. Starting on September 1st 2021, Hugo joins the business with a background at a senior level from across the Off Highway Industry, having worked for companies including Yokohama Off-Highway Tires, Warn Industries and …