An influential programme of insightful speakers will address delegates at the UK Warehousing Association’s 2020 National Conference, which takes place at the Hallmark Queen Hotel, Chester, on 3-4 March 2020. With the theme ‘Next Generation Logistics,’ the two-day event will deliver an excellent opportunity to hear thought leaders, learn about …
Read More »Not a done deal: Comment from Peter Ward, CEO of the UK Warehousing Association, UKWA
‘Get Brexit Done’, the much-used phrase of the Prime Minister has become a mantra central to the election campaign. However, although an effective soundbite politically, closer scrutiny reveals that the idea of ‘Getting Brexit Done’ by passing a Withdrawal Agreement is deeply misleading. Getting Brexit done implies an end point, …
Read More »UKWA present Transaid with a ‘big’ cheque
UKWA – the UK Warehousing Association – has achieved its target of raising £75,000 for the logistics industry’s charity Transaid in 2019 and Peter Ward, the Association’s CEO, presented a ‘big’ cheque to the charity’s Patron, Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, at the annual Transaid Showcase, which was held …
Read More »Brexit deadline extension will relieve pressure on UK logistics sector, says industry chief
The extension of the Brexit deadline to the end of January 2021 will relieve some of the pressure on the UK logistics sector as the industry enters one of its busiest times of the year, says UKWA – the United Kingdom Warehousing Association. The Association’s CEO, Peter Ward, comments: “With …
Read More »UKWA to host interactive workshop to help businesses Get Ready for Brexit
As part of a Get Ready for Brexit campaign in the run up to 31st October, UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) will be hosting a free to attend interactive workshop and networking lunch on Friday 25th October at the Crowne Plaza hotel in Stratford upon Avon. Supported by the Department for …
Read More »Logistics industry leaders hear Brexit planning updates at UKWA’s Parliamentary Lunch
Over 100 senior personnel from UKWA member companies, key suppliers to the logistics industry and supply chain directors from some of the leading global brands that belong to UKWA’s Logistics Users Group – including British Airways, Mercedes-Benz, Nando’s, Tata Global Brands and Urban Outfitters – attended UKWA’s (the United Kingdom …
Read More »How greater forklift operator visibility can enhance warehouse safety
The warehouse sector works tirelessly to improve its accident record. Could an answer to a reduction in injuries be a unique forklift which offers unrivalled visibility compared to a conventional lift truck? The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 was introduced to force employers to take steps to protect …
Read More »Full warehouses spark safety concerns for workers
Following a statement by Peter Ward of the United Kingdom Warehousing Association (UKWA) at the beginning of the month that there is no available space left in UK warehouses as many UK retailers preparing for a potential no-deal Brexit, safety concerns have been sparked for workers operating in the sector. …
Read More »UKWA Awards finalists announced
UKWA – the United Kingdom Warehousing Association – has announced the finalists for each category in 2019’s UKWA Awards. The overall winners will be announced following UKWA’s 75th Anniversary Lunch, which takes place at London’s Dorchester Hotel on 27 June in the presence of HRH The Princess Royal. UKWA CEO, …
Read More »UKWA at Multimodal 2019
One of the key attractions at the forthcoming Multimodal Exhibition will be the UKWA Pavilion which will showcase the products and services offered by UKWA members and associate members. The Pavilion will be centred around a networking area where visitors to the show can learn more about the workings of …
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