National Courier Awards Announce 2006 Date - Tuesday 20th June 2006
The Brewery, Chiswell Street, London EC1Y 4SD
Tracey Worth is pleased to announce that the venue for next year's awards has been secured. The NCAwards have enjoyed many different venues over the years and the Brewery will once again be a show stopper. Within the Porter Tun Room Formula One BSB Motorbikes will be the centre piece of the hall around which the evenings dinner and award ceremony will be held. Don't delay tables can be booked now! Contact Us
Institute of Couriers event - First day cover of Royal Mail’s Motorcycle Stamp collection - Tuesday 19 th July, at the Arts Club, Mayfair, London W1S - Under the watchful eye of some of the industry’s finest, the Master of the Worshipful Company of Carmen unveiled Royal Mail’s Motorcycle stamp collection to signify the opening of the Institute of Couriers’ first event. Featuring classic bikes such as a Norton, Triumph and BSA, the fine stamps are gloriously illustrated in detail. The Master then gave a short and generous speech, declaring his support for the Institute in its aim to recognise the skills and standards of the individual’s in the courier industry.
A drinks reception followed, which gave the IOC Fellows and their guests the opportunity to discuss the issues of the day within the courier industry. This and future events offer the opportunity for IOC members to discuss and pursue further the development of the industry and its needs. The IOC members’ individual experience and wealth of industry knowledge gave way for strong debate and positive discussion, enjoyed by all.
Charles Esdale, from Royal Mail, gave a fascinating speech centred on the stamps. He gave insight into the links between art and the motorcycle industry, stating why now was the right time to celebrate the motorcycle, with the growth of spirit surrounding the motorcycle and the industries that associate with it. He also talked about the bikes featured specifically, with Trevor Magner, BMF, offering technical detail. Charles himself was a real motorcycle lover, riding to the event on his BSA, and as Ian Mutch, MAG, said “they don’t make them like they used to”.
The early 1900's saw amazing growth in motorcycle development and manufacture in Britain. Hundreds of companies produced their own versions of these nippy machines, but only a few brands are now nationally recognised. The Motorcycles stamps picture the evolution of the motorbike in British history. From the 1914 Royal Enfield to the 1991 Norton F.1 each of the six bikes has been carefully illustrated by celebrated British artist Michael English.
The IOC and its members are delighted to have our iconic industry vehicles featured in such an honoured way. Use them with pride. The presentation packs of the stamps were given out to all on the day, kindly supported by Triumph motorcycles. The pack included information about all of the bikes written by M ick Duckworth, former editor of Motorcycle News.
Founding Fellows of the Institute attend annual Cartmarking event - The Corporation of the City of London has exercised its rights over carts and carriers since its inception, for transport is the lifeblood of commerce. Once a year, usually in later summer, Carmen bring their vehicles to be branded, or marked with a red hot iron on a wooden plate. This year, John Scott, Founding Fellow of the Institute of Couriers, entered a battery hire car to be marked in the ceremony. Also attending was the Institutes Chairman, Carl Lomas, and many others representing the courier industry.
Institute of Couriers joins BMF as a Gold Corporate Member - Members of the Institute of Couriers will now benefit from the Institute being a corporate member of the BMF. As well as political representation and lobbying on all motorcycle issues, the Institute will be able to provide VIP tickets to lucky competition winners to BMF events around the country, and build a stronger future for the Courier industry.
Master of the Worshipful company of Carmen to attend first IOC event - The Master of the Worshipful Company of Carmen has announced his intention to attend the first IOC event, held on 19th July in the West End of London. This first afternoon event is to commemorate the release of Royal Mail's Motorcycle stamp collection, and will serve as an introduction to the Institute and the Founding Fellows. For more information on this event, please see the members section.
IOC begins development of assessment and certification scheme- The Institute of Couriers is building the foundations of an exciting new scheme to offer different levels of courses, assessments and certificates to individuals in the Courier Industry to allow entry to the Institute. These courses will be offered in conjunction with Skills for Logistics in London or via a distance learning e-package to suit your needs. Courses will be designed for individuals, with the option of custom built packages for corporate members.
