- 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. Fletcher will join on 1 December and will assume his full responsibilities from the start of the new year.
Fletcher joins Logistics UK after a highly successful career, including, most recently, senior roles at Make UK, where he served as Chief Operating Officer. In this role, he was responsible for public affairs, membership and the commercial arms of the organization. During his tenure, Ben has played a central role in Make UK’s successes over the past eight years.
Announcing the 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 forward to strengthening our services to members in both public affairs and business services. In particular, we aim to strengthen our influence among policy makers and regulators to deliver improved outcomes for the entire logistics sector.”
Accepting his new role, Fletcher commented: “I am proud to lead UK Logistics, one of the strongest trade associations in the country 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 that our voices drive change at the heart of government, and that our members have the services, skills and support they need to innovate, grow and lead the future of logistics.”
Finally, we would like to extend our sincere thanks to David Wells for his dedication and service over the past 15 years, and to Kevin Green for his excellent work as Acting CEO. Green will continue as director of policy, marketing and communications in the new year.
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