UK Warehousing Association

📰 January #NEWSrack has officially landed. Here are the top stories: ➡️Our renowned Warehouse Manager CPC course is getting a digital makeover combining in-class and online elements ➡️AI and automation specialist Kallikor is announced as headline sponsor for #UKWAConf25 ➡️Martin Brickell Director and Practice Lead for Fulfilment & Physical Logistics at Accenture UK & Ireland will be our expert speaker on AI at #UKWAConf25 ➡️Our top team has been strengthened with Edwin Morgan joining as our new Policy & Public Affairs Director and Sharon Mughal as Head of Membership - see New Faces, New Places ➡️Interested in hosting a technology trial? Join the Freight Innovation Fund Accelerator Potential Partner Webinar on Tuesday 4 February 👇 Details of these stories and more in January #NEWSrack on our 🆕 new-look website at: https://lnkd.in/e_Zg_JJs

We were delighted to partner with Associated British Ports (a valued UKWA member) to host a round table discussion about the logistics property market. Thank you to everyone who came along... Petrina Austin from Tritax Group ✨️ Dr Walter Boettcher from Colliers ✨️ Melinda Cross from JLL UK ✨️ Jonathan Grimmett from DHL Supply Chain ✨️ Dan Holford from SEGRO plc ✨️ Philip Roe from Logistics UK ✨️ ...as well as our host Pressiana Naydenova and chair Ian Henderson from ABP and our very own Edwin Morgan and Clare Bottle FCILT 🇺🇦🕊 It's a core part of our mission to "talk about warehousing" and we were in like-minded company yesterday 😊

📢 UKWA National Conference 2025: Headline Sponsor Announced! 🌟 We’re delighted to welcome Kallikor as the headline sponsor for the UKWA National Conference on 5 March.🌟 Kallikor, a leader in AI-driven innovation, is transforming supply chains by connecting the real and synthetic worlds. Their advanced Adaption platform uses AI to predict future scenarios, turning uncertainty into opportunity. By reducing risks, costs, and time, Kallikor helps businesses plan confidently while advancing their ESG goals. This event offers a unique opportunity to explore “Warehousing Reimagined: Navigating the Future” and discover how AI and innovation are transforming our industry, with insights from leading experts. 🎟️ Tickets are selling fast! Book now ➡️ https://bit.ly/3ZN7xHq #UKWAConf25 #WarehousingReimagined #NavigatingTheFuture 

🚨 Come see us at the Annual Pharma Supply Chain & Security World Summit 2025!     📅12–13 March 2025   📍Hilton London Kensington, London  This year, we are excited to be attending this premier event for the pharmaceutical sector. If you are a warehouse operator, visit the UKWA stand to discover how our member benefits can support and help grow your business! Our CEO, Clare Bottle will take the stage as one of the keynote speakers and will be covering:  📦 The critical role of warehousing in creating agile and responsive supply chains  🔍 Combating counterfeit products with secure and streamlined supply chains  We hope to see you there! Register ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gYsWQbRp  #PharmaSupplyChainevent #SupplyChainSecurity #Warehousing

📢 January Policy Briefing is here! Each month, our dedicated UKWA Policy Team brings you the latest insights and updates on key issues affecting the warehousing sector. This month, we’re covering: ✅ Advocating for better recognition of the warehousing sector in the NPPF ✅ Ensuring worker protections don’t compromise the flexibility essential to warehousing ✅ Navigating the 2025 regulatory shift in excise goods storage compliance Our Policy Briefing demonstrates our commitment to 'Talk About Warehousing' by keeping you updated on key developments and driving solutions that support a sustainable future. 📧 Have questions or need more info? Contact our Policy Team at policy@ukwa.org.uk 🔗 Read now: https://lnkd.in/eukhht4k Together, we can build a strong and sustainable future for warehousing. 🌍📦 #PolicyBriefing #TalkAboutWarehousing #Advocacy 

✨ Bookings are open for the March cohort of the UKWA Blended Warehouse Manager CPC Programme! ✨  At UKWA, we’re committed to raising industry standards, which is why we’ve revamped our CPC Programme to better support and develop warehousing professionals like you. Our improved blended learning format provides a flexible, efficient approach designed for busy professionals. 📣 Flexible Learning: Combine on-demand training with fewer in-person sessions, reducing time away from work while maximising engagement. 📣 Practical Skills: Gain actionable knowledge to enhance operations, boost team performance, and increase efficiency. 📣 Expert Training: Learn from experienced trainers with deep expertise in warehouse management, offering valuable insights from the field. 📣 Recognised Certification: Strengthen your credentials and stay competitive in the ever-evolving warehousing sector. Whether you’re looking to grow your skills or advance your career, this course is designed to give you the edge you need. 📅 31st March 2025  👉 https://bit.ly/4e3fk9n Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your career.    #WarehouseTraining #ProfessionalDevelopment 

⚡The Future Awaits - Will You Be There?⚡ The UKWA 2025 National Conference is your exclusive chance to explore “Warehousing Reimagined: Navigating the Future” and uncover how AI & innovation are transforming our industry. This is where the future takes shape and YOU need to be part of it! Why You Can’t Miss the UKWA Conference: 🟥 Cutting-edge Technology: Be the first to see how AI is revolutionising efficiency, sustainability, and collaboration 🟥 Unrivalled Insights: Hear from the brightest minds in warehousing 🟥 Breakout Sessions: Engage in discussions crafted to help refine and strengthen your approaches 🟥 Exhibition Zone: Explore the latest technologies, tools, and solutions from the sector’s top suppliers 🟥 Elite Networking: Connect with industry leaders and grow your warehousing circle 🌟This isn’t just another Conference – it’s THE ultimate conference for warehousing professionals.   Book now to secure your spot! ➡️https://bit.ly/3ZN7xHq #UKWAConf25 #WarehousingReimagined #NavigatingTheFuture

📰With the rise in automation, our CEO Clare Bottle is on a mission to attract young engineering talent into warehousing alongside Generation Logistics and the Royal Academy of Engineering's GEEP to put the sector on graduates’ career radars. 📰 Read more in the latest digital edition of Warehouse & Logistics News:   https://lnkd.in/efjfgNxD #WarehousingCareers #FutureOfWarehousing

📢Introducing Our Exhibitors for UKWA Conference 2025!   We’re pleased to welcome a great lineup of exhibitors to this year’s conference: Warehousing Reimagined – Navigating the Future!   Our exhibitors will be showcasing the latest innovations and solutions designed to improve your operations and shape the future of warehousing and logistics.   🌟Take a look at the exhibitors you’ll meet on the day:   ACR - Building Wisdom   AutoStore™   CHG-MERIDIAN   Combilift   Consafe Logistics Group   Daifuku   Deposco   Dexory   Eco UK Group   Exotec   Flexi Narrow Aisle   Glamox   Interroll Group   Kallikor   LAC Logistics Automation   Mercurius IT   ModernLogic   Nulogy   PE   RoboK   RTITB   SAS ENERGY, EDF Renewables' C&I Solar Division Wanzl UK     💡Find out more about our exhibitors here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4jgVr0Z   This is your chance to:  ✅ Check out the latest products and solutions shaping the industry   ✅ Meet & connect with industry professionals     ✅ Pick up ideas to help your business stay ahead   🎫 Book your ticket now! Secure your spot to explore, learn, and network.  ➡️ https://bit.ly/3ZN7xHq   #UKWAConf25 #WarehousingReimagined

📣 Introducing the new UKWA Blended Warehouse Manager CPC Programme! 📣 📈 At UKWA, we’re dedicated to raising industry standards, which is why we’ve reimagined our CPC Programme, to maximise the support & development of warehousing professionals like you. Our enhanced blended format offers a flexible, effective approach to learning, tailored to busy professionals. ✅ Flexible Format: On-demand learning combined with fewer in-person sessions reduces time away from work while maximising engagement. ✅ Practical Knowledge: Apply real-world skills immediately to streamline operations, boost team performance, & improve efficiency. ✅ Expert-Led Training: Learn from seasoned trainers with extensive experience in warehouse management, offering valuable industry insights. ✅ Recognised Qualification: Boost your credentials & stay ahead in the fast-evolving warehousing sector. 📅2025 Course Dates: March, May, July, September. Whether you’re enhancing your skills or advancing your career, this programme is your gateway to success. Join us in shaping the future of warehousing excellence. 🌟 Start today. Lead tomorrow. 📅 March cohort bookings are open now! 🔗 Enrol Now - https://bit.ly/4adLEoD #WarehouseManagerCPC #RaisingStandards #ProfessionalDevelopment