BIFA Awards
SUSTAINABLE LOGISTICS & THE ENVIRONMENT: Geoff Tomlinson – Freight Systems Express (Wales) (winner); Jason Alderton – American Airlines Cargo (Sponsor)
VALUE-ADDED SERVICES: Sophie Said – Menzies LLP (sponsor); Chris Darbin – IFE Global (winner)
APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR: Veronika Litterova – Avocet Clearance (winner)
YOUNG FREIGHT FORWARDER OF THE YEAR: Sam Camphion – Virgin Atlantic Cargo (sponsor); Joshua Harbottle – cargo-partner (winner)
STAFF DEVELOPMENT: Hayley Thomas – Unsworth UK (winner); Matthew Cotton – Albacore Systems (sponsor)
crates, and coordinated multi-leg transport under strict welfare standards – all to ensure the safe relocation of critically endangered gorillas. Its proactive engagement with airlines, authorities and veterinary teams not only enabled a seamless move but also contributed to the conservation of these animals. Atlantic Pacific Global Logistics, KLN Freight (UK), and Pro-Logist had been the competition for the air freight award. Speaking about the winner of the new Value-Added Services Award , Sophie Said of Menzies LLP said IFE Global stood out for exceptional value during its impressive large-scale, highly intricate, volume driven, white glove delivery service for a leading provider of luxury travel in the cruise sector. The flexibility for last- minute customisation enables the client to optimise bookings, enhancing profitability and achieving operational excellence. With a 100% success rate and expanding global operations, the innovative centralised approach helps guarantee high quality standards worldwide and an exceptional passenger experience which sets it apart in its market. Narrowly missing out on this award were Elite Logistics Consultants, HSM Global, and Uniserve. Sponsor Port Express was represented by James Watts at the ceremony who declared Denholm Good Logistics victorious for the second year running in the Sea Freight Forwarder of the Year category, beating KLN Freight (UK) and Rohlig UK to the accolade. Denholm Good Logistics was chosen for its innovative and scalable approach to supporting its customer’s rapid growth through a flexible, dual-speed sea freight model that integrates technology and sustainability. The judges were particularly impressed by the creative use of ‘floating warehouses’, seamless digital integration and measurable carbon savings. The final business category of the day was the European Logistics Forwarder of the Year sponsored by TT Club. Announcing the winner, Joshua Finch said
Simpex Express had demonstrated an impressive service delivery in the wake of Brexit leading to customer satisfaction. The submission illustrated great pride in the team that Simpex has built and maintained through strong levels of retention. The team’s vast knowledge ensures it can deliver against its strong customer service ethos. It was evident that its service provision hung on the personal touch. Brunel European, JPM Future, and Transportify were also finalists in this category. Outstanding individuals Four fantastic individuals were vying for the Young Freight Forwarder of the Year Award sponsored by Virgin Atlantic Cargo. Judge Sam Camphion had a wonderful day back in November meeting Joshua Harbottle (cargo-partner), Mitchell Ward-Broadfield, (Rohlig UK), Nathan George (DSV) and Rachel Townsley (IFE Global Group) before announcing Joshua Harbottle as the winner. With a passion for aviation and a degree in Air Transport and Logistics Management,
“ Four fantastic individuals were vying for the Young Freight Forwarder of the Year Award sponsored by Virgin Atlantic Cargo
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