Young Forwarder Network
In the cargo hold. L-R: Thomas Bedocs (DHL), Leanne Read (Neon Freight), Sophie Hammond (K+N), Bobbie Costin (B&H Worldwide) and Carl Hobbis (BIFA)
A special day to remember for YFN committee members
L ast month eight YFN committee members were lucky enough to experience a behind the scenes tour of Virgin Atlantic Cargo’s operation at London Heathrow. Kicking off with an insight into the off-airport warehouse operation, the group then moved airside to spend the afternoon amongst some of Virgin’s fleet on the terminal apron with Kirk Murray, manager cargo operations Heathrow, providing access to all
areas in relation to cargo and passenger operations. Those attending had the opportunity to sit in the pilot’s seat and the first class cabin, visit the crew lounge in the terminal, step onto the scissor lift to gain access to the cargohold and witness ULDs being loaded and, to cap it all, taking a seat alongside the tug driver while pushing back an aircraft ready for departure and listening to the discussion between the flight
deck and the ground staff. Carl Hobbis, executive director, BIFA said: “We really appreciate Virgin and its team for taking time out of their busy schedule to welcome the YFN members. In particular, our thanks go to Kirk Murray who was our guide; his knowledge and enthusiasm are immense.” One of the participants, Leanne Read, of Neon Freight, commented: “A huge thank you to Kirk for giving up his time and really making it a
“ A huge thank you to Kirk for giving up your time and really making it a once-in-a- lifetime experience. Thank you to BIFA for providing these experiences – Leanne Read
Herbie Cobby (GEODIS), Georgia Gibson (cargo partner), Connor Rochelle (Espace Europe) and Brooke Jennings (Burhill Logistics) on the apron
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