UK logistics company appoints new CEO
- Ben Fletcher has been appointed CEO of Logistics UK, joining on 1 December and taking on full responsibilities from the start of the new year.
- Fletcher brings extensive experience from Make UK, where he served as Chief Operating Officer overseeing public affairs, membership and business operations.
- The appointment aims to strengthen Logistics UK’s influence with policy makers and enhance services to members, building on the successes of outgoing CEO David Wells and acting CEO Kevin Green.
The UK Logistics Council has announced the appointment of Ben Fletcher as CEO. Ben joins in 1street December and will assume his full responsibilities as of the beginning of the new year.
Ben joins Logistics UK having enjoyed a highly successful career, including, most recently, senior roles at Make UK where he served as Chief Operating Officer and was responsible for public affairs, membership and the commercial arms of the organisation. Within this role, Ben has been at the heart of Make UK’s successes over the past eight years.
On his appointment, Phil Rowe, Chairman of Logistics UK, said: “By appointing Ben, we are building on the successful team we have at Logistics UK and look to improve our services to members in both our public affairs and business services. In particular, we expect to build our influence among policy makers and regulators to deliver improved outcomes for the entire logistics sector.”
On accepting his new role, Ben commented: “I am proud to lead Logistics UK, one of the country’s strongest trade associations and the driving force behind the best logistics industry in the world.
“Our sector is the backbone of the UK economy, connecting people, products and progress every minute of every day.
“As we face once-in-a-generation economic challenges and opportunities, I am committed to ensuring our voices change at the heart of government, and our members have the services, skills and support they need to innovate, grow and lead the future of logistics.”
Finally, we would like to once again thank David Wells for his commitment and service over the past 15 years, and Kevin Green for his excellent work as Acting CEO. Kevin will continue as Director of Policy, Marketing and Communications in the new year.
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