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2009 February

In the last months of 2008, the Government has committed the UK to aggressive emissions reduction targets. The UK transport sector is a major emitter, and as a consequence of these climate change policy commitments, faces a renewed focus and requirements to reduce emissions. The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport CILT have organised a focused seminar for February 2009.
Titled ‘An Inconvenient Truck’. It will be 26th February 2009, Central London. Charetered Institute of Logistics and Transport present Saving Costs and Reducing Emissions. A one-day master class for the freight industry This conference provides the first opportunity to hear the conclusions of the CILT’s report into sustainable freight: ‘An Inconvenient Truck’ which argues that cost and CO2 emission reduction can go hand in hand. You can register at https://www.eventsforce.net/inconvenienttruck

2009 January - Happy New Year

Royal Mail Hooper Report - Gordon Brown

I am writing to you about today's announcement of the Hooper Report on the future of the Royal Mail.

The universal service helps to bind us together as a country. It guarantees 28 million homes and businesses across the country mail deliveries six days a week, with one price goes anywhere. The Hooper report warns that the universal service is now under threat. The status quo is untenable. The choice we face is either downgrading the service as we manage decline or acting now to turn things round and secure the Royal Mail's future.

The threat to the Royal Mail and the universal service comes from the impact of changes in technology and consumer choice. In this country 60 billion text messages were sent last year, while we posted five million fewer letters than two years ago. This shift has cost Royal Mail an estimated £500 million in profits. That is five times the impact of business lost to other postal companies in the liberalised market. Making these other companies go away is not the answer to the Royal Mail succeeding.

We will fufil our manifesto commitment to "a publicly owned Royal Mail fully restored to good health, providing customers with an excellent service and its employees with rewarding employment". Bringing in a partner through a minority stake in the Royal Mail's postal business will help us to deliver that goal. It will bring the Royal Mail fresh investment, new opportunities to grow in Europe and internationally, and to offer new services. It will provide a fresh impetus to modernising the Royal Mail and securing the universal service.

Alongside a strategic partnership for the Royal Mail we will reform regulation to more effectively support the universal service. And we will help the Royal Mail tackle its ballooning pension fund deficit. This will not impact on Post Office counters in anyway.

I hope you will agree with me that this is the best way to save the Royal Mail and its universal service guarantee.

Yours Gordon Brown

2008 December

Courier credit crunch on tight margin runs.

Graeme Leach Chief Economist and Director of Policy at the IoD comments on the credit crunch. ‘After 15 years of economic growth the party is over. Across the whole economy companies are undoubtedly leaner and fitter this time around compared with the last recession. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t any significant savings to be made. Budget setting for 2009 is going to be a very tough process in order to squeeze out every possible cost saving’

The Institute of Directors made a fine venue for this year’s National Courier Awards and now its words ring very true of the economy. Cheap borrowing but tight margin deliveries are tough ground and lucrative long distance urgency is thin on the roads.

Fellows of the IoC agreed. Quentin Abel FIoC, Chairman of APC pointed out that ‘the journalists hype up the issues and make us all feel depressed rather than tackling the economy and getting on with business. Careful spending also allows for opportunities with the cost of borrowing down to 2%, borrowing has never been so good’

2008 November

DHL Express Commits to Skills Development.

Words of support from Lord Young and Dr Mick Jackson FIoC for DHL. IoC and Skills for Logistics congratulates DHL Express on its commitment to continuous professional development for its UK workforce through the signing of the Skills Pledge and the implementation of SfL’s Professional Development Stairway within the organisation. In addition, DHL Courier James Ford has been named as the five millionth employee to be trained under the Skills Pledge initiative.

The Minister for Skills Lord Young, said:  “It’s great to see that businesses are really moving forward and giving their workforce the chance to prosper and get on. The Skills Pledge is really gaining impetus and the more organisations that get involved, the greater the chance our people, our companies and our communities will prosper against this tough economic backdrop.

IoC fellow Dr Mick Jackson FIoC , Chief Executive Officer, Skills for Logistics comments: “Skills development is vital for the future of the workforce and in ensuring that a business can remain competitive during times of economic difficulties. By signing the Pledge and committing to workforce development through the Professional Development Stairway DHL Express is highlighting the importance of skills development not only to their operation but to the logistics sector in general.”

Birmingham NEC Bike Show. The big biking event of the year is ready to kick into action 28th November until the 7th December. Just in time to buy your favourite christmas presents.

This year sees the return of world-famous Italian bike manufacturer Ducati, who will join a plethora of the biggest names in biking, ensuring that the Show really is the only place in the U.K to see all the latest bikes from the biggest names under one roof. The Show also promises to be the most interactive yet, with visitors able to try out many of the best bikes on off-road, road and race circuits. Children as young as five can even have a go at the unique ‘My First Honda Licence’ feature, and there will be mini-moto and go-kart tracks available too.

The Show also sees the return of the Thunderdome Games Arena, a live-action show with breathtaking stunts and high-adrenalin action, along with hundreds of retail stands showcasing all the best biking gear and accessories. Attending the event, stars of two wheels Charley Boorman, Niall Mackenzie and James Toseland alongside the greats of Carl Foggerty, Ron Haslam and John McGuinness means you will never fail to bump into one of them on any day. International Motorcycle and Scooter Show runs from 23rd November to 2nd December at the Birmingham NEC. www.motorcycleshow.co.uk

2008 November

Steve Norris - London Logistics Development Event Bang goes the fireworks, 5th November is your diary date for this key transport networking event in London organised by Skills for Logistics & Prevista.. Fellows and members of the IoC with a guest are invited free. IoC Vice President Steve Norris will lead the evenings discusion, speaking on key issues faced by those involved in the moving, handling and storing of goods within London. IoC Chairman Carl Lomas comments. 'Not one to be missed, Central London, top networking and a top topic. Fellows of the IoC should rally in force to take this oportunity to listen to Steve Norris and his views for transport to beat the credit crunch. It should be a great evening and in your diary.'

Topics focused on will be # Specialist skills required to effectively operate within London by Transport for London. # Plans to develop the skills of London logistics buisnesses through a skills academy. # Train for Gain to help you acess funding to make your buisness more competitive. # Networking discussions canopes and complimentary drinks to follow.

Registration from 5:30 at 76 Portland Place London W1. Register your attendance by posting an email to ttgleads@prevista.co.uk Name, IoC Fellow, company, guest name and then turn up.

2008 October

DHL in High Street deal with WH Smith DHL is set to gain a presence on almost every high street in the UK. DHL comments they will offer consumers an efficient and convenient way to send letters and parcels around the world and throughout the UK" . DHL has formed a new partnership with WH Smith that will provide customers with a way of sending letters, parcels and documents across Britain. Under the terms of the DHL WH Smith partnership agreement, customers will be able to pack and send parcels, documents and letters in stores for delivery by DHL couriers.

The global express delivery and logistics firm plans to roll out DHL Servicepoints to 400 WH Smith stores in UK high streets within weeks. UK retailer WH Smith attracts as many as one million customers per day to the high street stores involved.

RHA announces new Chief Executive. The Road Haulage Association is pleased to announce the appointment of Geoff Dunning as its new Chief Executive. He has been the RHA's Northern Regional Director since 1987, and brings with him more than thirty years of road haulage. Geoff Dunning comments "This is a wonderful opportunity albeit at an uncertain time. I shall ensure that the RHA continues to provide effective political and practical support to its members, during what is bound to be a difficult period. It is my intention to ensure that the RHA adds real value to the business of every single member and remains the Association of choice for all UK road transport operators".

Andy Boyle, RHA National Chairman, said " We believe Geoff can bring a new dynamic to the way that the RHA operates through this most challenging time." Geoff will take up his new position in the Spring of 2009, when the current Chief Executive and frequent visitor to the National Courier Awards, Roger King, retires.

2008 September

Courier celebrations at the National Courier Awards, IOD Pall Mall. Winners at the highest level, checkout National Courier Awards on this web site. Services to industry brought the house down when Jeffrey Ritterband presented John Scott GLH with his Sevices to Industry Award in a two hundred seat sold out gala dinner bash to recognise the very best of the best.

Giants of our industry celebrated lifes work

Chairmen of the judges Marc Chauveau provided bubbles for the 2008 short-listers of the National Courier Awards. The stage was set full for an evening to remember where two giants of the same day industry would walk the floor to a standing ovation.

Marc Cheauveux thanked the judges publicly, Carl Lomas set a rousing contest to names of courier companies and Tracey Worth called Dee Barrett-Davies to deliver certificates to the shortlisters of the 2008 awards. An evening to remember, custard and steam pudding before a desert of winners.

Master of the Carmen fully robed delivered glass for two and four wheels. Dr Mick Jackson presented Contract & Office. A special team price for decades of delivery to Liverpool’s Swift Dispatch. IAM Seb Golding presented the Safety Award to TNT. Former services to industry winner Jeffery Riterband was called to present a services award, a standing ovation saluted the recipient, John Scott GLH. David Jamieson wrapped up with the success story of road safety achieved way ahead of targets and the party celebrated into night. Billed the courier event of the year companies large and small, national, London and network booked up for the 200 seat sold out National Courier Awards. A gala celebration dinner at the Institute of Directors, Pall Mall. Key sponsors, Skills for Logistics, Ears Communications, UK Mail, IAM Fleet and TNT Sameday Express.

The 2008 Winners see National Courier Awards on this site.

The 2008 Short-listers

Two wheel – Gabriel Alves-Dias / TNT, Will Hepworth / Connections, John Powell / Post Haste, Agni Tokaraz / Pink Express, Pablo Valverde/e-couriers. Four Wheel – Colin Foster / Comet Couriers, Boris Atanasov / Pink Express, Philip Connolly / Point to Point, Mel Gabitas / MPC Excell, Harry Holland / TNT, Anthony Rudder / e-courier. Contract – Shane Barclay / Pink Express, Raymond Beer / TNT, David Green / Post Haste, Paul Johnson / DHL. Office – Mark Davies / Swift Liverpool, Ros Grinham / Prestige, Jooshna Khan / e-couriers, Lee Lloyd / MPC Excel, Jean Lowe / Pink Express, Kenny Muir / DHL. Services to the industry and the Safety Award are top secret until the evening. See you there.

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2008 August

Last days of summer for Amtrack . News of colapsing nationwiders saw trouble at Amtrack next day couriers, a variety of web site messages but the end was neigh. Shocking news of Leaman Brothers and Goldman Sachs followed in short succesion as fuel price bounced around one twenty a gallon for unleaded. Labour ministers stated times were hard and roads of summer in kids holiday time were very quiet. Double zone congestion chargers for London and Envirnmental truck signs on the road but many London firms found trade steadier as school holidays closed and buisiness returned to the City.

2008 July

Reuter Brookes Sold Out. The long standing individually owned courier company Reuter Brookes of London W1 of latter years Jambusters and Gough Wallace has been sold. Established from the early seventies and became a highly regarded London based individually owner courier company John Lister FIoC has sold the company to Mach 1 owner Jeremy Thompson. Amalgamation of Mach 1's other courier companies including last years gain of A to Z couriers has yet to be confirmed as the company contiues to run under the Reuter Brookes name. John Lister, previous owner of Reuter Brookes and DA Chairman has retired from his post and taken the opportunity to go onto pastures new.

Renault fight back after 10 years. Hot off the press is Ian Kerr's assessment of this new 21st Century Van. Boasting modern expressive styling to beat any of it's rivals. Dispatch News flyers sent to all members with the full report.

2008 NEWS FLASH

Request for HELP! The Institute of Professional Chauffeurs and Drivers (IPCD) are conducting a survey with the Road Haulage Association (RHA) on the consumption of Fuel used by the Industry. If any courier company can supply their fuel consumption figures to the institute they would greatly appreciate the information.

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2008 April

The announcement of the National Courier Awards Sponsors. The Director of Skills for Logistics Mick Jackson was pleased to announce at the House of Lords this years venue for the awards. Skills for Logistics have taken the role of main supporter and are delighted to support the Institute of Couriers at this prestigious and largest gathering of the industry people. Three Year Deal! Director of Ears Plc, Dee Barrett-Davies is delighted to announce a three year support deal contining their long relationship with the National Courier Awards. The awards are in their 13th Year and Ears Plc have been a supporter for the last eight years. New supporters to the event are UK Mail Specialist Services (previously known as UK Today). David Williamson Managing Director heralds a new era of support to the industry's finest recognition of those individuals who work within the sameday industry. David is delighted to support the National Courier Awards as he believes that the event shows the industry at its best.

2008 March

BSB Motorbike Racing goes without ITV. This week ITV Bosses announced the end of it's live coverage of all BSB races. The television coverage gave good imagary and portral of the motorbiking industry as a whole. This loss of coverage clearly effects the teams racing but also the motorbike industry as a whole. The two wheel courier industry did no harm to have such positive motorcycle coverage on everyone's terestial TV.

National BikeSafe Event Sat 29th & Sun 30th March

2008 March 7th. House of Lords Reception - Gowning of New Fellows

2008 House of Lords fellows gowning. The House of Lords was awash with the colour of IOC gowns for a fabulous gala ceremony to recognise individuals respected at the top of their industry. A cd of the event went out to all Fellows in the days following the event.

Photo: Mick Jackson, Skills for Logistics announcing the National Courier Awards Venue

Two former transport ministers took new IOC roles. Steve Norris and David Jamieson became vice presidents of the IOC, with President Lord Falkland at the head this brings unparalleled recognition for the same day courier industry. Steve Norris (Conservative) and David Jamieson (Labour) took on their roles at the fellows gowning ceremony with gowns finished in fur but not ermine. David Jamieson had detailed thoughts on transport and couriers to share with fellows of the Institute of Couriers in a heart felt delivery speach.

New fellows gowned on the evening included operations director of Skills for Logistics Mick Jackson. Steve Purkiss of Reuter Brooks, a National Courier Award winner steped up alongside Mark Davies of Swift Despatch Liverpool with almost a decades service to the National Courier Association. Neil Michaeloudis head of Finance at GLH was gowned, Am Pall of CitySprint Fleet and Specialist Services responsible for Quality Management amongst other roles, Greg Hoy of Excel Couriers, Mike McCartney of Road Runners Swindon also on the excutive committee of the National Courier Association all took the robes. Director of Lewis Day Joe Sheehan responsible for Medical Services both having received recommendation for their work within the company and industry. Steve Deverson Director of Sales, DHL and Steve Hemmingway of Point to Point join them in dedicated quality service to the industry.

Steve Norris commented, Treacey Worth co-ordinated the event expertly and thanked Lord Falkland on behalf of the guests.

In tradition of the IOC existing fellows formed a line orchestrated by IOC Chairman Carl Lomas MBE and then they all welcomed the newcomers, before guests, friends and family clapped them out of the Lords Terrace for formal photos.

Canapes follwed, drinks flowed and all had a tremendous evening to remember, Lights of the London Eye, Florence Nightingales hospital, St Thomas across the Thames, City Hall and moonlight for an industry recognition of individuals recognised at the top of their success.

For a press cd of photos please email mail@ioc.uk.com for further details.

2008 February

National Bikesafe Event. Entry is entirely free! The event offers something fro the whole family including free rider skill assessments. Demo rides, Met Dogs, Horse and Helicopter support units and a variety of stands.

Chief Inspector Dave McLean from the Met Police Traffic Unit said "The National BikeSafe Event enables police forces across the country to promote BikeSafe, a scheme aimed at reducing bike collisions and rider casualties"

Metropolitan Police Training School (Peel Centre), Areodrome Road, Hendon, NW9 5JE see website www.BikeSafe-London.co.uk

2008 February

Fellows to join IoC. Highly commended individuals of the industry are set to join the line up for the gowning of new fellows at the House of Lords. Neil Michaeloudis head of Finance at GLH, Am Pall of CitySprint Fleet and Specialist Services responsible for Quality Management amongst other roles. Greg Hoy of Excel, Mike McCartney of Road Runners Swindon also on the excutive committee of the National Courier Association. Director of Lewis Day Joe Sheehan responsible for Medical Services both having received recommendation for their work within the company and industry. Steve Deverson Director of Sales, DHL and Steve Hemmingway of Point to Point join them in dedicated quality service to the industry.

Two former transport ministers to take new IOC roles. Steve Norris and David Jamieson are to become vice presidents of the IOC. With Lord Falkland at the head this brings unparalleled recognition for the same day courier industry. Steve Norris (Conservative) and David Jamieson (Labour) will take on their roles at the fellows gowning ceremony at the House of Lords on the evening of March 7th. New fellows to be gowned that evening include operations Director of Skills for Logistics Mick Jackson. Steve Purkiss of Reuter Brooks, a National Courier Award winner steps up alongside Mark Davies (Swift Despatch Liverpool) with almost a decades service to the National Courier Association. The evening is set to be a must not miss event. It has become tradition for existing fellows to form a line of welcome to the newcomers. For tickets to the event email: mail@ioc.uk.com

2007 December

Courier Company recognised for Leadership. Research by the Institute of Transport Management (ITM) into the European courier industry revealed City Link to be performing better than its competitors in the excellent service it provides to customers. In a year when City Link has been nominated and won ITM UK Courier of the Year for commitment to customer service and now the European Courier Company of the Year for out performing its competitiors in the excellence service provided.

2007 November

Courier Company's Leading the way. This year has seen an upsurge of initiatives with both government and councils trying to show the public that they are going green or caring for the environment. In this years Transport for London (TfL) Greenfleet awards it was our courier industry that beat off stiff competition from the other two finalists, tesco.com and Green Tomatoes. CitySprint, the UK Courier Network took part in the London private sector Capital Fleet of the Year Award and scooped top prize. The final element was to participate in a 30 mile trip across London in rush hour passing four check points. The aim to complete the run with the least carbon emissions. CitySprints courier not only did this in the fastest time but completed the the challenge using the least emissions. The courier was on the new Vectrix motorbike which was exhibited at last years National Courier Awards. The judges commented on the innovative way CitySprint had approached its environmental programme.

Creating a new courier service. New diverse initatives are always needed to continue raising levels of courier service. Fellow of the Institute of Couriers Martyn Wilson FFIoC has join Business Direct and taken on the responsibility of ParcelXchange on a global basis. This service is an expansion of the 'parts bank service' many courier company's provide. Business Direct's Chief Executive Paul Carvell FCILT commented that it was the 'intelligent box' system that set ParcelXchange apart. Connected through Business Post servers, fitted with bar code scanners and the engineer uses similar technology to that of ATM machines. Sucessful B2B trials have now lead to pilot trials in B2C areas.

2007 October

Post Strike. European post in the private sector with yellow, blue & white postboxes on the streets and vans logoed with FedEx, Chrono and Cronos, DeutschPost cash machines at the post office buildings leave UK in a different world. As the post strike grips Christmas comes early for same day deliveries. Urgent bikes are booming in London, Manchester and Leeds, Vans are staked full and packages are being loaded high in vans for tomorrow. Fellows of the IOC comment:-

Lewis Day, Jeffrey Riterband in London comments, ‘Demand for bikes rocketed, our policy is to service existing clients first and maintain quality in the core client base.’

John Lister of Reuter Brooks comments, ‘A welcome addition to turnover but its clearly a temporary blip, yet again it shows how the courier industry can step up to the mark & solve distribution problems’

Len Rainford of Sameday UK speaks ‘A positive increase in workload placed a weeks work into three days, major cities effected differently by the strike, national client base requested certainty of delivery over volume.’

2007 July

Top Brass on the move . With summer sunshine arriving a moment to take stock of top brass finds various fellows of the Institute of Couriers on the move this year. Trevor Hoyle moves from FedEx to head up ANC. Martyn Wilson and John Miller move from UK Today to Business Direct. David Williamson moves from TNT to UK Today and Amtrak spearhead a management buyout Leaving Jonathon Smith moving to new ventures.

2007 June

The Queens Birthday Honours List. Published Saturday 16th June 2007 included many a famous person. Richard Turner FTA (Freight Transport Association) Chairman bangs a big gong OBE for services to Transport.

National Courier Awards 2007 . President of the Institute of Couriers Lord Falkland to open the gala bash at the Tower Gorman Hotel on June 19th. Courier Companies large and small in attendance from DHL & TNT through London firms such as Lewis Day, Reuter Brooks and MPC. Twenty shortlisters made the first cut, ex Transport minister David Jamieson in attendance. Yamaha showcasing their city scooter with word of a courier insurance deal. HAwk Kawasaki BSB bikes on display as well as Pink Express national superstock machines. Green issues covered by Vectrix who will have one of their new electric motorbikes at the event. The gala event of the same day courier industry, more details under National Courier Awards on this site.

Bike event of the decade disc to IOC fellows . 130 mph laps of the Isle of Man for the 100th aniversary of the TT races found the seventy thousand island inhabitants double for a two week gala of road racing with back to back parties from the George Formby Shutelworth Snap and clasic runs throught to Honda Day in Peel and Ramsey being re-named Yamsey to celebrate an enourmous Yamaha party. Fellows and members of the Institute of couriers all bagged a free photo diary disc of the event and route maps of the thirty six mile circuit.

2007 May

MAG Motorbikes in Bus Lanes . Ian Mutch speaking for MAG welcomes the latest traffic advisory leaflet from the Government which supports bikes in bus lanes. The leaflet carries all the points MAG made about the advantages of safe and sustainable two wheelers in bus lanes. 'We have been banging this drum a long time and its good to see the government likes the sound we are making'

Lewis Day work for safer lanes . City of London based courier company Lewis Day and working with Islington council to highlight bus lanes and undertaking dangers in a push for cycle safety.

2007 April

Courier finished Parris Dakar rally in thirteenth spot . Paul Knight of CYC logistics fondly known as Milky and a long time industry figure from bike courier to controller completed the 2007 Pariss Dakar rally. Just to finish is a triumph but Milky went on to bag an excellent thirteenth position on his Yamaha XT bike.

2007 March

Citysprint Growth with aquisition of Burgundy Cars. The Citysprint Group aquired Burgundy Cars expanding its car fleet in Manchester, Heathrow and London. Growth figures on the year in excess of thirty per-cent quoted. Same day bike companies from the past including Delta, and Security Despatch are part of the group. Annual revenues for the group rise to seventy million. Andrew Bernard the Chief Executive and a founding fellow of the Institute of Couries comments 'This strengthens our passenger transport buisness and is an exciting step for us.'

2007 Feb

Fellows new at the House of Lords . Founding Fellows of the IOC stood proud to form a welcome line to new fellows of the Institute of Couriers House of Lords reception in February 2007. President the Viscount Falkland spoke of proffesionalism and success before naming the new fellows for the year. Quentin Abel Chairman of APC, John Miller Ops Director of UK Today, Trevor Hoyle MD FedEx, Sue Teece Director of DHL Sameday and Alistair Cochrane TNT.

2007 Jan

Couriers go free to London Bike Show . For 2007 London got two bike shows. The origanal Mike Trimby Ally PAlly Bash moved under the MCN EMAP banner to London Excell in docklands and with Ally Pally clear Superbike Magazine stepped in with their own show. Sunshine and no snow at either crowds were big and bargains were galore. Superbike magazine organised free tickets to London Courier School Camelot TTL for NVQ trainee couriers to attend. Stunt shows and an aperance by Jamie Towsland went down well. A photo diary of bothe shows compiled for the Institute of Couriers was distributed to all fellows of the Institute.

2006 Dec

Van Couriers in pictures . The Institute of Couriers have begun a library of courier van photos from around the UK. From A at Aldernay Post on the Chanell Islands to V at Vanguard dispatch in London. The file is expected to grow and distributed to fellows by disc with other mailings. Watch this site for it going live next year.

2006 July

GLH electric for Lord Mayor . GLH showcased their electric Pirus Toyata car in the Carmens vehicle parade for Cartmarking in Guildhall Yard. John Scott a founding fellow of the IOC said 'This is a great step forward for GLH in the City of London. Green isues and fuel efficency are key to our company.'

2006 June National Courier Awards

The 2006 event was a tremendous event celebrating the very best of the same day courier industry in the prescence of the Transport Minister dr Stephen Ladyman. On the evening of Tuesday June 20th. Teams from British Superbike and National superstock brought top level two wheelers into the City of London. The bike paddock was indoors in the giant Port-a-tun room of the old Whitbread Brewery in Chiswell Street, City of London.

Minister for Transport, Dr Stephen Ldyman delivered an industry focused speach finding growth, proffesionalism and quality in a skilled workforce. Carl Lomas MBE introduced the awards and welcomed VIPs, Ian Hethrington - Skills for Logistics, Trevor Magnor BMF, Ian Mutch MAG, David Jamieson MCIA, John Lister DA, Walter Gill livery of Carman and Malcom Linsky Taxi Trade Liverymaster.

A giant Screen shone out above the stage to introduce the top guns of the industry for a three hundred person gala bash that will be the talk of the same day world for many moons to come. Winners of the 2006 National Courier Awards made the walk to recieve their hallowed glass under spotlights and to music as the mood of celebration recognised the excellence of proffesionalism they display. Marc Cheauvex of MPC organised champaign for every shortlisted candidate and TNT finished the evening with support for the afterdinner speaker. Event sponsorship from Camelot Training, Ears Radio and Proffesional IT gave a fantastic event that even updated the football scores as England played Sweeden in the World Cup.

Judges, winners and details are listed below, 2007 will be hard pushed to beat this year but watch out for June dates next year.

The 2006 pannel of Judges

Tracey Worth  an ex chairman of the National Courier Association and Member of the Institute of Logistics and Transport  again headed the co-ordination of the pannel of judges. They were announced in February by the Minister for Transport Dr Stephen Ladyman. In alphabetic order they are,

Jon Barber - Scarlet Couriers,  Marc Cheauveux - MPC, Mick Davies - Ears, David Isles - Prestige, Carl Lomas MBE - Camelot Training, Trevor Magner - BMF, Ian Mutch - MAG, Len Rainford - Sameday UK, Alan Savage - London Lonk, Steve Smith - Professional IT, Richard - Woodward Mercury.

Individuals generally take a two/ three year role in the hot seat. Their task to judge the best of the best same day. New boys on the list for 2006 are David Isles, Prestige Couriers, Len Rainford from UK Sameday and Richard Woodward from Mercury.   Instigator and mentor Carl Lomas has done the full ten years. Trevor Magnor and Ian Mutch bring a strong independence to the panel representing the UK rider groups, BMF and MAG

2006 April

DA have new Chairman. The Dispatch Association have voted in a new Chairman this month. John Lister FFIoC, Managing Director of Reuter Brooks has taken on this mantle The voluntery role as the Chairman for the DA brings the focus of the trade association to the political lobbying it does on behalf of the industry.

John Lister is a founding fellow of the Institute of Couriers and has always taken an active role in promoting the industry

2006 March

Congestion Charging in London - does it work for you? Many reports have been seen in the news regarding the disregard for the rights of an individual. Prices from TfL have been put up by 60% last June and this is simply not fair on several types of businesses. Vehicle Leasing company's are being caught up with fines as TfL take so long to send out notices, this means it is harder for the leasing company to catch up with the driver who is responsible. Take a leaf out of the professionals book and make sure you pay for them!

SIGNPOST - Courier Magazine to be launched. Later this month the first edition of the Signpost magazine will be made available to everyone in the courier industry. All Founding Fellows will be distributing the magazine through their courier company's and the magazine will be available by post.

The very first and special edition will carry the profile of each of the Founding Fellows alongside the history, events and news stories of the industry. The inaugaration of the IoC will take pride of place and an application form is included for those who have not applied for membership yet.

To order your COPY email: www.ioc.uk.com with your NAME, ADDRESS, CONTACT TEL No, COURIER COMPANY AND ADDRESS or Call 0845 60 10 245. DON'T MISS OUT!!

Skills for all - The skills for a courier are many and are usually carried out all at the same time. Communications, road awareness, customer care and delivery. With reports by Dr Mick Jackson of Skills for Logistics who believes that through the introduction of the NVQ Carrying Goods by Road the courier industry has "upskilled" the industry drivers. The Institute of Couriers encourage individuals to register and be recognised for achieving a national professional standard through either work based learning, experience, qualifications or a mixture of all three and this will support the need by clients to see the industry maintain and improve on individual service levels.

 

2006 February

On Show for the world to see - Logistics South Exhibition. The Logistics Link South exhibition once again brought all that is needed to provide the service our clients demand. Held over two days Founding Fellow Len Rainford of Sameday UK was but one of many who took a stand. This event is aimed at those who want to use the service and view what is available as well as the product support available to those company's that provide the service.If you missed it well there are more in the year as the event travels around the UK.

Institute of Couriers - Founding Fellows gowned at the House of Lords. Viscount Falkland, president of the IOC gowned the founding fellows of the IOC at a ceremony in the House of Lords on the evening of 2nd February, two ex-transport ministers will be in attendance, Steve Norris and new MCIA boss David Jamieson. Top Brass from the RHA, BMF, MAG, AIRSO and many other key organisations will be in attendance with almost two hundred guests. Set to be a landmark event to launch the founding fellows.More info on www.ioc.uk.com

TNT for Sale and a busy month for your courier diary. Its a busy start for 2006, TNT Logistics has hit the headlines with a for sale sign at the door. February 2nd will see Transport Minister, Dr Stephen Ladyman announce the pannel of judges for the 2006 National Courier Awards, that same day Institute of Couriers president Viscount Falkland will officially gown the founding fellows of the courier industry. Days later Logistics South kicks of with an all things courier with their show at Sandown Park February 7th and 8th, not forgetting the London bike show only just closing at Alexander palace on February 5th.

Minister to announce Judges for the National Courier Awards. Dr Stephen Ladyman, Minister for transport will announce the panel of judges at the Department of Transport on the afternoon of February 2nd 2006. Tracey Worth will again co-ordinate the panel that will have the task of judging the best of the best same day couriers. The awards ceremony for 2006 will be a gala bash at the Brewery, Chiswell street, London. Dinner tables for the evening will be surrounded by motorcycles from the British Superbike Championship, gas and alternative fuel vans will adorn the entrance.

2006 January

Buswell gets top job at Buisness Post. Chairman of Buisness Post, Peter Kayne anounced Guy Buswell as his new chief executive to run the firm, Guy takes the position from Paul Carvell

Target Express with Petar Cvetkovic at the helm has moved into new larger offices in Newton le Willows. There is a lot more room, motivation in the lighter space is up and new systems are about the place. Seems to be a popular place with Sameday UK also there.

Caplan heads UPS Lynx. UPS takeover of Lynx late last year now sees Bill Caplan at the head of the UPS team, a joint push is on to complete the integration and draw strengths together covering UK and Ireland.

2005 December

Riders Digest - Roger - One hundred deliveries. Roger Tuson turned out his January edition of Riders Digest to celebrate one hundred issues. Between 1997 and 2005 Rogers biker focused mag has carried a healthy run of courier editorial and its self tracked a changing industry that has seen growth and improvement in the last eight years.With the 100th issue adds carry the message of company bikes available, new client markets, more jobs and work on the increase. Andrew Barnard of City Sprint reports five thousand feet of expansion in the City and Dave Gurman, new to be editor, highlights Mercury and Express as two of the oldest bike companies still in business today and followed up with a report on the courier museum at Camelot Training. Rogers last comment, 'After 100 issues of TRD I feel rightly proud of the magazine' the courier industry supports his pride.

Date for the big one is December 13th. The estimated 3.7 billion quid take-over of Excell by Deutsche Post DHL is set to be on December 13th creating the worlds largest logistics operator. The Deutsche post annual report is published March and should make interesting reading for the new year.

Point to Point on the look out for Addison Lee. Point to Point boss Kevin Grey is on the look out for the Addison Lee biker who found the lost wallet of one of the Point to Point team, the anonymous Addison Lee person returned the wallet (full of a lot of cash) to its address. Christmas cheer abound Kevin seeks the person for a just return. Point to Point 0208 960 2222

2005 November

November 29th Institute of Couriers Briefing. Leon Manning, immediate past chair of the BMF  briefed IOC members on a year of statistics and politics in transport on November 29th in the lecture room of London based Camelot Training. Leon holding a recent doctorate with a thesis on transport policy delivered a very interesting view of congestion, road space and journey times in London that directly effected the same day delivery industry in mileage and time related costs. Journey times, congestion zones, bus use and diesel pollution thoughts lead to the reality of extended timescales for cross city travell. The afternoon rounded up with seasonal mince pies and a hearty session of networking that was well received by all those in attendance.

Bike Show - Top man changes places - free cd of the lot for IOC. The International Bike Show at the NEC Birmingham was another bumper bash, many new bike launches and Yamaha even displayed their water jet bikes ready for the ocean. Lots of real bike tests outdoors and even a chance to test a supermoto across pavements in a sliding extravaganza of speed. Meanwhile youngsters from the age of five could get their first taster at an indoor ring where mini bikes with two stop cords awaited them. Young couriers or what? The show opened with Steve Norris handing over his top slot job as president of the Motorcycle Industry Association to David Jamieson ex Labour Transport Mnister. Jamieson gave positive views on the industry, it is he who launched the safety award for the National courier Awards and he vows to be back at the 2006 courier bash in London in the summer. The Institute of Couriers organised a birds eye view of the show for their members by distributung a free photo shoot cd of the best of the action, bikes, babes and technology all brought to the computer screen in front of you.

2005 October

Dyson cleans up for TNT but not with a cleaner! TNT driver Paul Dyson is Driver of the Year after a day long competition. Paul beat off 40 other finalists on the day and the rest of the 2,600 fleet drivers. Paul from Rotherham works for TNT Logistics collecting newspapers for onward distribution to the East coast he has been driving for more than 20 years.

APC Gets Freehold. Vince Friary, Director of communications for APC and Director of Swift Despatch says that the purchase of the hub will now allow APC to control and plan for the long term. "We have previously outgrown hubs four times in nine years and now we can consolidate our headquaters here for many years to come" APC Overnight have leased a second sight to accomodate the traffic bound for Scotland.

Green TNT. TNT have been awarded the ISO14001 environment standard acoss the UK. The certification, for reducing pollution and increased recycling, was first awarded to TNT's Wellington depot after a three-day intensive audit.

CitySprint win the top award. The Institute of Transport Management awarded CitySprint with the UK's Best Courier Network Award 2005. In awarding this acholade to CitySprint ITM said "ITM have an objective to find a company that offered unequivocal standards of customer service and overall professionalism and reliability. It was found that Citysprint distinguished itself in these areas"

DHL ready for Exel. Deutsche Post has now made its bid for Excel and is just waiting for the shareholder to say yes. UPS believed to be preparing a bid, having just brought Lynx Express. If and probably when this goes ahead it will bring Deustche Post to create the worlds largest logistics organisation.

 

2005 September

Logistics Links. Exhibition of all things Express! Doncaster is proud to present the largest gathering of all things logistic on the 21st & 22nd September, over 120 suppliers of products, services and systems covering all facets of the logistics and express service will be there.

This unique one-stop shop by meeting face to face those who can improve and keep you updated with the latest in technology, cost analysis and innovative solutions to your problems. Register online at www.logisticslink.co.uk

John Reynolds supports THINK!. " For me, riding skilfully on the road is harder than racing at 180mph on the track". Superbike rider John Reynolds, Rizla Suzuki team has put his support behind the Department for Transports THINK! road safety campaign, encouraging his fellow riders to save racing for the track and improve their riding skills. John says that "complete machine control is crucial for good riding. You've really got to feel as one with the bike. That means having confidence in your bike and your ability to control it".

UPS swallows Lynx and now bids for Exel! UPS global parcel giants acquired UK Carrier Lynx in a £55.5m deal which marks the end of the Lynx brand. UPS were looking to increase its coverage of the UK market. Richard Currie, a director of UPS UK says Lynx is a good strategic fit for the firm. He believes that the customer will get exactly the same thing but on a global scale.UPS have not said if this will mean redundancies but as most transport analyst belive they will look for certain synergies. The fact that the Lynx name will disappear adds weight to this arguement. John Manners Bell, chief analyst at Transport Intelligence predicts that Business Post will be the next UK firm to be bought out by its current global partner FedEx, marking the end of stand alone domestic carriers. UPS is now considering making a bid for Exel but will wait for Deutsche Post to put their bid on the table before they make their move.

TNT Goes from Orange to Green. TNT have had the pilot scheme running at it s Ramsbottom, Lancashire depot since last August and have now extended it to cover a further seven depots in the north of England. Director of Operations Nigel Barton says that with a 3,500 strong fleet using some 27 million litres of diesel a year "so a 2% improvement in fuel economy would make a significant impact on fuel consumption and potentional cost". TNT wait to be convinced that fuel supplier Petroplus will be able to deliver throughout the TNT network. This should be supported by the fact that government support is strong and the demand for greener diesel is growing.

Drivers go on strike! More than 4,000 DHL workers, including drivers are to balloted on strike action over pay. Over 89% of GMB members said they wanted to vote on industrial action in a consultative ballot held at the beginning of August. "The GMB members of DHL Express are up for a fight over low pay and rotten working conditions that they have put up with up until now" said Mick Rix, GMB National Executive Officer. "I urge DHL management to get back to the negotiating table" DHL say that it is concerned by a number of comments made by GMB which it terms as "factually inaccurate and misleading" "In addition, comments made by the GMB relate only to the domestic next-day parcel division of DHL and not the wider DHL organisation says a spokesman.

DHL Boss Quits - UK Managing Director quits months after integration of UK parts group. John Hogan has been replaced by Chris Muntwyler a Swiss National who was running the Central Europe region. The company turning over £1.4bn in the uk says "Hogan has left to pursue other interests", although the spokesman said he wouldn't be surprised if Hogan popped up again in the industry. It is also suggested that Hogan struggled to adjust to the matrix management philosophy and the influence of the German Head Office.

Industry sources are hoping but maybe not expecting an end to what has been extreme price-cutting in the parcels sector. DHL is market leader and has been driving rates down, leading rival firms say "They've been out there buying business" says Nigel Barton, Operations Director TNT Express. Paul Jackson, Chairman at express sector consultancy Triangle, says there is little chance of rates going anywhere but down. He predicts falls of at least 5% a year for the next ten years and further consolidation.

Nightfreight Services are swooped up by Amtrak - Amtrak Chief Executive Jonathon Smith steps up to group chief executive following the acquisition of Nightspeed Services. Smith moved fast to take Nightspeed which was in administration, and says it will take a couple of weeks to work out what overhead savings can be achieved.Both Brands can be retained.The deal adds 23 depots to Amtrak's 100 sites and some will be retained. Amtrak has focused itself squarely at home delivery but still carries out B2B business.

2005 July

Friday 8th July - London is still mobile. How were your deliveries affected by the disruption? Please email your comments or stories to mail@ioc.uk.com

Courier Industry presses on. - With London seeing its first major attack on the city since 9/11 in America it was marvellous to see the people of London cope so well. The first reports came into the courier offices around 9.45 and by 10.30 most companies knew of the explosions. Head counts were made, all circuits were checked for package status and in coming calls slowed down to almost nothing. The out of London Courier Companies found that all their staff we able to make deliveries and get out and that followed by no further calls for deliveries to London once the news was released live.

City based Courier Companies were quick to make the call out to all couriers and each circuit accounted for all it’s staff. The industry continued to press on with deliveries and to date all deliveries were made or held for delivery today (Friday). The industry grieves with those who have lost loved ones and for the distress caused to our fellow transport workers. Managers and directors alike in all companies were making sure that staff were safe, as customer’s kept making the bookings companies were consolidating deliveries to ensure the roads were clear for the emergency services.

Today (Friday) courier companies are reporting that it is business as usual.

One of the first known instances of the bombings came from a Camelot Courier Trainee who was outside Aldersgate Tube station. Carl Lomas, Director of Camelot Courier Training said “As soon as the trainee’s call us we called all our trainees in off the road. They all came back to base without any difficulties.”

Steve Purkiss, Manager Reuter Brooks said “It all went very quiet at 10.30, we carried out a head count to make sure everyone was fine and we continued delivering all day. Today (Friday) is a normal day but a little quieter”

Jon Barber, Director Scarlett Couriers said “Our couriers who were in London managed to make all their deliveries but we lost them off air for a while. One of couriers was close to a blast and suffered smoke inhalation, went to hospital but was absolutely fine”

Martin Plummer GLH said “We were stuck with quite a few deliveries as offices closed down especially Baker Street and Russell Square but these were delivered this morning (Friday) and everyone is out today”

Reported by Tracey Worth

2005 June

National Courier Awards- The Winners- June 21st
Two Wheels - Riders category. Individuals must have been involved in something above the norm which demonstrates quality and professional image. The 2005 winners are -  Stanley Andrews, Lewis Day - Max Liberson, Reuter Brooks - Gary Ormesher, TNT - Tony Turbin, MPC
Four Wheels - Drivers category. Individuals must have been involved in something above the norm which demonstrates quality and professional image.The 2005 winners are - Kulbir Bachra, TNT - Andy Patrick, UK Today - Yassar Shariff, CitySprint
Contract. As above for people who have demonstrated actions above the norm.The 2005 winners are - Mark Fisher, GLH - Dan Leahy, UK Today
Office category. Involvement with a major step forward for the courier company or industry in areas such as systems management of radio, computer or other technology or direct quality effect on people, customer services, IIP or champions of ISO standards. The 2005 winners are - Kay Baker, DHL - Lisa McManus, MPC Quicksilver - Russell Reid, Quicksilver,
A special award for services to the courier industry - Jeffrey Ritterband, Lewis Day

2005 May

National Courier Awards- June 21st will see the tenth anniversary of the National Courier Awards. Five times world motorcycle champion Geoff Duke has pledged to be there, Norton & Gillera World racer supremo and ex army despatch rider Duke will be the VVIP biker guest. Steve Norris returns to celebrate the decade of excellence. Instigator of the awards Carl Lomas comments 'This year will be a special one, a role of honour for the last ten years of winners. To be held in the shadow of St Paul's Cathedral at Stationers Hall there will be an area awash with two wheels. Hawk will have their latest British Superbike Kawasaki race bikes on show, a world class superslide sidecar will be there amongst an array of courier bikes from blue light specials to a restored CX500 famous as the courier bike of the eighties.'

2005 April

National Courier Awards- The 2005 panel of judges - In a House of Lords reception, Lord Falkland alongside Steve Norris and Tracey Worth announced the 2005 panel of Judges for the National Courier Awards. In alphabetic order they are, Jon Barber - Scarlet Couriers, Judy Benn - Arrow Express, Tricia Bing - Connections, Marc Cheauveux - MPC, Mick Davies - Ears, Carl Lomas MBE - Camelot Training, Trevor Magner - BMF, Ian Mutch - MAG, Alan Savage - London Lonk, Steve Smith - Professional IT. Individuals generally take a two year role in the hot seat. Their task to judge the bet of the best same day. New boys on the list for 2005 are Jon Barber of Scarlet Couriers in Slough and Alan Savage of London Link in Milton Keynes. Instigator and mentor Carl Lomas has done the full ten years. Trevor Magnor and Ian Mutch bring a strong independence to the panel representing the UK rider groups, BMF and MAG

TNT Marathon Special for one million drinks - The Flora London Marathon on Sunday April 17th was supported by the logistics of TNT. TNT operations boss Dave Cox bagged a National Courier Award in 2004 for heading up the operation which was then a fifteen year partnership, For 2005 one million drinks were delivered in a ninety minute window between road closures and the race. Even more spectacular was the mobile cloakroom, competitors dropped of cloths and possessions in Greenwich with TNT and as they finished in the Mall their items were waiting for them, sorted and ready, with thirty thousand runners and London's most road closed day of the year it was a feat any post room would have been proud of. National Courier Association / Despatch Association Joint AGM - The April 9/10th event of the joint AGM for the National Courier Association and Despatch Association AGM took place in Cheltenham. National Courier Association Chairman remains Alan Savage, President Stefan Law who took over from Ian Dafter stepped down a little over a hundred couriers sat down for their annual dinner and enjoyed an excellent weekend.

Motorbike Chauffeurs in MCN red seat - April 6th copy of Motorcycle News put four motorbike chauffeurs in the red hot chair for some editorial on their thoughts of bike delivery for people.The Virgin Limo bike riders, Peter Hazek 43 from Corringham, Rhys Boyd 44 from Mitcham, Damien Rowley 32 from Sunbury & Danny Hill 39 from Brighton reported on longest trips and most famous folk on the back who included Ewan McGregor, S Club 7, Girls Aloud, Ronan Keating & Brian Mcfaden.

2005 March

David Churchill Go-Betweens - Fondly known as 'Doc', David Churchill was unexpectedly killed in a road accident, late March, while on Easter holiday in Egypt. Doc was one of the original members who formed a co-operative to begin the courier company Go-Betweens. The long established independent courier company has a strong reputation for quality service supported by a strong team of management and riders based in London WC1. Doc had become well known in the same day courier industry and will be missed by many. A celebration of his life attended by many London Couriers took place at Kenwood on Sunday 20th March. Bike Couriers on the EMAP MCN Sofa - Motorcycle News tours a red sofa for informal editorial chats with bikers. It caught up with five motorcycle couriers at the Ace Cafe in North London for the 9th March issue. Headlined 'High mileage hard men' 'They spend seventeen hours a day on a bike... all while battling traffic in London' The famous five were Paul Picton, Thornton Heath - David French, West London - Fred Dunn, Braintree - Andrew Fuller, East London - Jullian Shirokanski, Hampstead. TNT Boys praised by United Nations - Steve Halhead and Colin Baines from Derby & Essex who work for TNT at East Midlands and Stanstead airport have been praised by the United Nations. They both took on a months work at the World Food Programme distribution in Banda-Aceh to help with a UN relief effort in Indonesia supporting the Tsunami relief. The TNT duo help unload up to 200 tons of aid a day in 90 degree heat as part of a 1.8 million pound aid package supplied by TNT in a five year partnership with the World Food Programme.

Taxibikes to go - Transport for London announces it will ban motorcycle taxis from the streets of London from March 2005. The Private Hire Vehicles (London) Act 1998 will be changed  by TfL because it is believed vehicles with less than four wheels are not suitable for licensing. Key operators of motorcycle taxi type bikes are Virgin Limousines, Addison Lee and London Executive. The Motorcycle Action Group MAG has outlined not a single passenger has been killed or seriously injured in London in the ten years the bikes have been used. MAG director, Trevor Baird commented, ' With a private members bill specifying a minimum age for motorcycle pillion passengers already afloat and now this proposal it is clear that a body of opposition to the idea of pillion riding is growing.'

Top transport award for courier industry - The livery company responsible for transport in London has awarded the 'Herbert Crow Award' to Camelot Courier Training boss Carl Lomas. It is only the fifth time in the history of the livery awards that the Herbert Crow cup has been given, it is given in 2004 for work in establishing courier standards and training, significantly furthering knowledge and development in transport.The award was presented to Carl Lomas by the Lord Mayor at Mansion House in the City of London. City courier VIP guests - Andrew Barnard, City Sprint - Marc Cheauveux, MPC - John Lister, Reuter Brooks - Jeffrey Ritterband, Lewis Day - Kevin Walsh, Clockwork - Martin Williams, Quicksilver.

2005 February

Second Amtrak for Val Phillips - Val Phillips has run the Warrington Amtrack franchise for over ten years, for 2005 she has taken on Liverpool adding it to her Warrington operation. Val commented,- Liverpool is home to some key catalogue firms, with internet shopping and retail strength in the area this is a good location. Trading as Amtrak Liverpool with eight vans half a million parcels are expected to be shifted in the next year.

Challenge video finds courier test in London - The Motorcycle Industry put almost quarter of a million pounds into safety with the creation of a video to be given free with all new bikes in the coming year. The ninety minute story follows three challenges, the open roads, the race track and the streets of the City of London. An intro day to the busy City traffic proves too much and the contestants change to scooters for a challenge to collect and deliver packages in the City. Red route parking and taking in the sights such as Big Ben follows a focus on defensive ridding in multi lane areas such as Tottenham Court Road. One experience finds a package left on the bike soon stolen before race rider Chris Walker delivers to win the top prize of the challenge.

2005 January

Business Post makes FTSE - Business Post is the first British owned courier company to step into the FTSE250 share index list. The 250 list holds companies following the FTSE 100. Paul Carvell, chief exec commented:- It came earlier than expected but has been on the cards for a while, Business Post has been on the threshold of entry for some months.

Couriers at British Library for top recognition . The minister for Education congratulated Camelot Training at the launch event for the Adult Learning Inspectors annual report by David Sherlock. Camelot was recognised in November of 2004 for top level training scores and bagged a place in to top thirty list for best provision of training. The list recognises very best practice in training in any sector and any location in the UK. Couriers training in the London courier school are getting the best possible start in their industry.

Following on from 2004 success - couriers go to show . Organisers of the Alexander Palace London Bike Show, EMAP MCN again supported London motorbike courier school Camelot Training to allow trainees to visit the bike show free. 2005 highlights included Charlie Boardmens appearance with his Long Way round BMW, the arena show with MX jumps and super motor racing plus many clothing bargains the show has become renowned for.

A to Z leave N1 for WC1 . One of the oldest courier companies in the business, AtoZ established by the Dally brothers and taken over by the Rentokill Initial group has been relocated into WC1 with a deal by Mach One Couriers.

Anderson Young to Addison Lee . The car section of the long established family run courier firm Anderson Young finds a new home in the hands of Adisson Lee. This brings the Addison Lee fleet to nine hundred vehicles. Anderson Young bike couriers take on a new name to become MY Despatch. MY is to be run by Michael Young in a new nine thousand square feet office in Bethnal Green. One of the old guard names in the courier industry Anderson Young had a twenty four year record. Based in Fulham their latest move had been the acquisition of Southbank Couriers forming AY East.One of their bike couriers Daren Andrew took a national courier award in 2001 and Claire Young joined the panel of judges for the 2002 National Courier Awards.

ANC gets White . The Swindon Depot of ANC has gained a new general manager, Andy white joins from Geopost who he was operations support manger for Interlink Express with. Andy had a further background with Parceline and Nightfreight.

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