uk-warehousing-association

UKWA boss Peter Ward steps down

Peter Ward is to step down as chief executive of the UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) after six years in the role. His successor will be named shortly. UKWA said that since joining, he had transformed the fortunes of the Association, substantially improving revenues, widening membership to encompass retail and manufacturing logistics users, and introducing significant new benefits to membership. Chair of the UKWA management board Nicola Ridges-Jones added: “We wish ... [+]

Draconian Customs powers put businesses at risk, warn warehousemen

The UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) is warning that HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) could drive long established and honest logistics services firms out of business with its “draconian” sanctions on companies in the excise goods supply chain. Echoing comments by TT Club legal consultant, Ian Hyslop in FBJ 4 2013, the Association ... [+]