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qualifications and how this was benefiting both staff and customers. In addition, the fact that managers and supervisors have been promoted internally underlines Hemisphere’s commitment to staff development as well as recruitment.


The Supply Chain Management Award – sponsored by BoxTop Technologies Winner: OIA Global Judges’ comments: OIA Global demonstrated a complex yet clear workflow process that allowed it to centralise many components in the supply chain process delivering global visibility for all parties involved.


INDIVIDUAL CATEGORIES The Young Freight Forwarder Award – sponsored by Virgin Atlantic Cargo Winner: Luke Brown of Daily Groupage Services Judges’ comments: Luke entered the world of freight forwarding as a fresh-faced 16-year-old and soon came to realise that there is no such thing as a simple job in freight forwarding. Relishing the daily challenge of managing the varying complexities of the international movement of goods, Luke has progressed from office junior to the position of branch manager for his current employer Daily Groupage Services.


The Apprentice of the Year Award – sponsored by Outsource Training & Development Winner: Thomas Turner of Panalpina World Transport Judges’ comments: Thomas was nominated for the Apprentice of the Year award by his manager at Panalpina having impressed with his commitment and ambition. Completing his apprenticeship attached to the Ocean Export Customer Service team in Manchester, Thomas also oversaw the introduction of new customs software within the office ensuring that all staff were trained and that testing was undertaken prior to implementation. Thomas impressed the judging panel with his drive and ambition for the future, acknowledging that he must further refine his skills and develop a greater understanding of the industry in order to reach his potential.


MODAL CATEGORIES The Air Cargo Services Award – sponsored by IAG Cargo Winner: Metro Shipping Judges’ comments: Metro expanded and diversified its bespoke ‘Virtual Airlines’ concept demonstrating collaborative working across multiple carriers and introducing sea to air integration into this model. Not only was this successfully implemented within a capacity-


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The team from host sponsor ASM with Colonel Dame Kelly Holmes


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container market by taking a long-term strategic approach based on being regarded as a ‘Trusted Advisor’ to its clients.


Colonel Dame Kelly Holmes with Robert Keen, BIFA Director General


constrained market, it also delivered direct cost reductions.


European Logistics Award – sponsored by TT Club Winner: Uniserve Group Judges’ comments: Uniserve had identified potential opportunities and challenges associated with the approach of Brexit. It had taken a pro-active approach to extend and develop a pallet network across Europe to overcome these challenges, thus future-proofing its business and supply chain.


The Ocean Services Award – sponsored by Corrigan Bentley Recruitment Winner: NNR Global Logistics Judges’ comments: NNR demonstrated a strategic response to the volatility of the


SPECIALIST CATEGORIES The Cool Award – sponsored by American Airlines Winner: Bermuda Forwarders Judges‘ comments: Bermuda Forwarders has established an innovative and comprehensive cool chain solution that provides an invaluable service to the people of Bermuda. Its attention to detail ensures the speediest deliveries and minimal losses. The recycling of key packaging material means the environmental impact on the island is kept to a minimum.


The Extra Mile Award – sponsored by Descartes. Winner: Freightport Logistics Judges comments: The panel recognised that customer services and going the extra mile for the customer, regardless of the size of the customer or the challenge, was deep rooted throughout the organisation.


Held at its traditional venue, The Brewery in Central London, the BIFA Freight Service Awards ceremony was supported by the following sponsors: • Event host – ASM UK Ltd • Ceremony programme – Simarco International Ltd


• Multimedia presentation – CNS Ltd • Finalists’ certificates – MCP Plc • AV relay monitors – Menzies LLP • Ceremony tickets – Simpex Express • Winners’ trophies – Woodland Group


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