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ID Logistics UK is part of the global logistics provider ID Logistics Group, offering tailored supply chain solutions across multiple industries.

Based in Northampton and currently employing 1000 people, the company specializes in warehousing, distribution, and e-commerce logistics.

We focus on providing efficient, technology-driven services, ensuring flexibility and scalability for clients. ID Logistics UK supports sectors such as retail, fashion and consumer goods and offers a range of value-added services including refurbishment, inventory management and reverse logistics. We have a commitment to innovation and sustainability and are a key player in the UK logistics industry, driving operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

AIR FREIGHT COMPANY OF THE YEAR

ASM (UK) Ltd has been developing, supplying and supporting innovative, business critical customs software for over 30 years. They also provide an important industry representation role across the international supply chain.

Sequoia, is ASM’s state-of-the-art, high performance customs clearance platform with connection to customs and all the port community systems (CSPs). Powerful, cost-effective and flexible, Sequoia provides every tool needed to process import, export and transit shipments whilst delivering outstanding levels of productivity and compliance to forwarders of all sizes.  Sequoia provides almost limitless opportunities to exchange data with your back-office systems, allowing you to work faster and smarter through powerful innovation, integration and automation.

ROAD FREIGHT COMPANY OF THE YEAR

Dennison Trailers is a leading manufacturer of commercial vehicle trailers in the UK and Ireland. With a history of building high-quality trailers for almost 60 years, Dennison Trailers has a passion for engineering excellence, continuous product development, and a total commitment to customer service.

At its modern factories in Lancaster, UK, and Naas, Ireland, Dennison Trailers manufactures a broad range of market-leading, innovative, and superbly engineered trailers, as well as a range of specialist trailers. Its customer base includes many well-known haulage companies and transport operators in the UK and Ireland.

RAIL FREIGHT COMPANY OF thE YEAR

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SEA FREIGHT COMPANY OF THE YEAR

Freightliner is the UK's largest maritime intermodal logistics operator, transporting containers from all major deep-sea ports to our national network of inland terminals, as well as a leading operator in the UK Heavy Haul rail freight market.

Freightliner is a subsidiary of Freightliner Group Ltd, which has operations across Europe offering both Intermodal and Heavy Haul rail freight services seamlessly connecting European countries and the UK.

Port COMPANY OF thE YEAR

In 2026, HMM celebrates its 50th anniversary. Founded in 1976 with just three vessels, the company has grown into the world’s eighth‑largest container carrier, headquartered in Seoul with six regional headquarters worldwide - including its UK and European hub in London. Today, HMM operates a modern fleet of more than 100 vessels, among them some of the world’s largest 24,000 TEU Megamax‑24 class container ships, alongside a growing portfolio of eco‑friendly tonnage powered by methanol, LNG, and other alternative fuels.

HMM continues to invest heavily in technologies and capabilities essential to a sustainable future. The company is pursuing an ambitious environmental roadmap with the goal of achieving net‑zero carbon emissions across its fleet by 2045. Recent milestones include the introduction of nine methanol‑powered 9,000 TEU vessels entering service from 2025, and the expansion of LNG capacity with twelve 13,000 TEU LNG dual‑fuel vessels scheduled for phased delivery between 2027 and 2028. These efforts are complemented by the rollout of advanced marine biofuels and ongoing field trials of onboard carbon capture systems, which began in the summer of 2024.

Beyond its environmental leadership, HMM remains deeply committed to customer service. Its teams are known for going the extra mile, working collaboratively with clients to design tailored supply chain solutions for dry, refrigerated, and specialised cargoes, including break‑bulk and other complex shipments.

3PL OF THE YEAR

CNS. Forty years of powering UK trade.

Founded in 1986, Community Network Services (CNS), a DP World company, has spent four decades delivering the digital systems that keep UK trade moving. From replacing paper processes in the 1980s and establishing trusted CSP services, through to today’s high‑performance cloud‑based port community, customs and cross‑border solutions, CNS continues advancing technologies that help the logistics community navigate complex regulatory and operational demands.

SUSTAINABILITY COMPANY OF THE YEAR

Guided by our Founder and Chairman of the Evergreen Group, Dr. Y.F. Chang, Evergreen has always been at the forefront of developing a sustainable global container transportation system. We recognise the obligation we have to conduct our operation as a constructive corporate member of the global society.

As such we are proud to sponsor this award, which celebrates the innovative efforts of those multimodal operators who share Evergreen’s sustainability values. Together we will help to find opportunities through decisive actions in order to maintain the constant well-being of marine life, port communities, and humanity worldwide.

BEST WAREHOUSE OPERATION

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TECHNOLOGY COMPANY OF THE YEAR

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YOUNG LOGISTICS PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR

Kuehne+Nagel is about making logistics work smarter for our customers. With a global network and deep industry expertise, we help businesses navigate complexity and unlock growth through reliable digital services, advanced technologies and data-driven insights.

As the logistics partner of choice for companies worldwide, we deliver tailored, end-to-end supply chain solutions across Air, Sea, Road, and Contract Logistics.

Discover the future of logistics.  Visit us at kuehne-nagel.com.

CUSTOMS TECHNOLOGY partner
OF THE YEAR

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DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
COMPANY OF THE YEAR

Originating as a family-owned business in the 1920’s, The Malcolm Group has become one of the leading providers of logistics, construction and maintenance services in the UK.

Malcolm Logistics offers fully integrated road, rail, warehousing and bonded warehousing services nationwide. Current warehousing facilities encompass around 6 million square feet of warehousing space over key locations, 3 of which are rail-side.  Malcolm Rail’s service was launched in 2001 and provides reliable daily and overnight transit between various locations. This service offers a substantial range of intermodal services, benefitting a wide range of users and providing a crucial link between ports, production facilities and distribution terminals.

 Shipper/partner OF THE YEAR

CLdN is a leading provider of integrated quay-to-quay and door-to-door logistics solutions. Founded in 1929, CLdN ensures reliable, cost-effective transport that links the major economic areas of Europe. With 30 ships and more than 200 sailings a week, CLdN provides shortsea roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) connections between the European continent, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Iberia and Scandinavia and offers the lowest CO2 footprint of all Western European RoRo operators. CLdN’s cargo and multimodal services have a Europe-wide reach using CLdN’s extensive network of ships, terminals and equipment. CLdN’s 3,000 employees ensure that it fulfills its mission: to excel as an integrated provider of maritime links.

 Multimodal exhibitor OF THE YEAR

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Multimodal Personality of the Year 

Founded in 2001 by Executive Chairman, John Williams, and over two decades of investment, innovation, and growth, Maritime Transport has evolved from a small container haulier into the UK’s leading integrated logistics provider, employing 3,300 people across 40+ locations, and delivering unrivalled logistics solutions spanning road, rail, and terminal operations, in addition to international freight management and truck sales. 

This fully integrated model places Maritime in a strong position to deliver a comprehensive decarbonisation strategy. The business is driving modal shift through major rail expansion, improving efficiency across its operations via load optimisation, and accelerating the adoption of alternative fuels like HVO. Through Maritime ZERO, Maritime is also deploying eHGVs nationwide and investing in one of the UK’s largest independent charging networks.