Stafforce Spotlight - September Issue
Hello to all of our loyal and new subscribers! Spend your Sunday morning catching up on the latest industry news, labour market trends, and key statistics. Plus, don't miss our internal news highlights.
We hope you’ve enjoyed the Summer and managed to squeeze in a holiday or two. With the Paralympics finishing next weekend, that wraps up the Olympic season for another 4 years. Along comes the Autumn, meaning the spooky season is coming…
What’s new in FMCG?
Branston appoints new general manager to bolster growth
Tanya Leonard is set to lead Branston’s fresh produce team following 20 years of experience in the industry, including most recently acting as head of operations at Burgess Farms. Her appointment follows the?potato supplier?partnering with?supermarket chain?Tesco in May to open a?new mash factory?at its home in Lincolnshire, in a bid to up its production. Check it out
Nestlé appoints new CEO as Mark Schneider steps down after 8 years
The board of directors has appointed executive vice president and CEO of the businesses Latin America zone Laurent Freixe as its new chief executive, who will start this month. Keep reading
Co-op, Iceland and Unilever to invest in over 600 early years apprentices
Co-op, Iceland Foods and Unilever, along with NatWest Group and Ikea UK and Ireland, will pledge a combined ￡1m over the next 12 months, with the apprenticeships spanning employers across the public, private and voluntary community sectors who support the wellbeing of 0 to five-year-olds. Find out more
What’s new in Logistics?
UKMHA launches apprenticeship scheme
The UK Material Handling Association (UKMHA) is excited to announce the launch of its first apprenticeship scheme. This initiative has been created to help UKMHA members and the wider material handling industry to develop their own future talent. Keep reading
Seasonal order picking made easy with L-A-C
As we head into Autumn, the countdown is on to the inevitable, dramatic upsurge in order fulfilment to manage customer demand across Black Friday, Cyber Monday and of course, Christmas. Coupled with the demand for same-day and next-day delivery now accepted as standard across most e-commerce operations, this puts additional stress on the entire operational process, as every stage from goods-in to storage, order picking, packing and onward shipment, must happen with speed and accuracy to meet these demands. Find out more
Stobart Ports launch second daily train service
Stobart Ports, the UK’s leading Logistics Supply Partner for Container Transport, announce the commencement of a second daily train service between the Port of Felixstowe and Widnes. This new service, launched in partnership with GB Railfreight, comes as a response to the substantial demand following the initial service’s success since October 2023. Learn more
What’s new in Ports and Maritime?
Humber ports first for fish imports
Statistics released recently have reconfirmed the Humber’s position as the UK’s leading centre for seafood and one that’s showing real growth. ABP’s Humber ports of Immingham, Grimsby and Hull handled 41.6% of the fish imported into the UK, showing a 10.5% growth year on year, demonstrating the strong proposition of the Humber ports as a leading gateway for UK trade. Find out more
Bulk warehouse space sells out before completion due to demand
New bulk storage in Liverpool sold out before its construction was complete, due to high demand likely resulting from challenging growth conditions in the UK. Half of the brand new 237,000 sq ft multipurpose warehouse at the Port of Liverpool was assigned for grain, and this space was fully booked up by importers while construction was still ongoing. Learn more
New Guide on Alternative Fuels for Port Machinery Published
The British Ports Association (BPA) has published a new guide for ports on alternative fuels that could be used to replace diesel and reduce emissions in their non-road mobile machinery (NRMM). Download here
Latest ONS Statistics
The following figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) provide a comprehensive overview of the UK labour market. You can view our full summary report from ONS here.
StrongerTogether NEW E-Learning Course: Detecting and Reporting Forced Labour
This course is divided into four online modules over about 90 minutes. Each module includes interactive exercises to check and reinforce your knowledge
MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION?
MODULE 2: FORCED LABOUR OVERVIEW
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MODULE 3: SPOTTING THE SIGNS IN AN AUDIT
MODULE 4: REPORTING AND AUDIT SAFEGUARDING
Association of Labour Providers Webinar: Preventing Illegal Working & Ensuring Effective Right to Work Policies
Wednesday 25th September | 10am-1pm | Online
ALP provide modular labour supply and workforce management training for UK supply chains and labour providers. Up to date, practical and cost effective. During one of their future webinar’s you will learn the following:
Stafforce Training
Free First Aid Training delivered to North Lincolnshire Women’s Aid
We recently provided essential First Aid training to volunteers working in charity shops in support of?North Lincolnshire Women’s Aid. The training initiative was offered completely free of charge and equipped 12 volunteers with crucial life-saving skills, enhancing their capacity to respond effectively to emergencies.
We recognised the critical need for comprehensive?First Aid?knowledge among volunteers, especially when dealing with the general public in their retail outlets. As part of giving back to the communities they operate in, we offered North Lincolnshire Women’s Aid training free of charge.
The First Aid training, conducted by our certified instructors, covered essential topics such as CPR, wound management, and emergency response procedures. Our tailored program emphasised practical scenarios and hands-on training to ensure volunteers gained confidence and competence in their ability to handle various emergencies.
“We are immensely grateful to?Stafforce Training?for their generous contribution towards enhancing our volunteers’ capabilities,”?expressed?Denise Farman?CEO at North Lincolnshire Women’s Aid.?“The First Aid training not only equips our volunteers with life-saving skills but also instils a sense of confidence and preparedness.”
As part of its ongoing commitment to community welfare, we continue to explore opportunities to collaborate with organisations like North Lincolnshire Women’s Aid, delivering tailored training solutions to address specific needs and challenges within the community.
Internal News
Proud Supporters of P&O Ferries in Tilbury
One of our Business Manager’s, Neil Pearson, our Health & Safety Consultant Tristan & the P&O Ferries Tilbury Team spent the August Bank Holiday weekend onboard the brand new P&O Vessel Longstone observing Mooring Tests while the sun shone bright!
P&O Ferries recently announced the addition of the Longstone vessel to its fleet, increasing freight capacity on its route between Tilbury near London and its hub at Zeebrugge in Belgium. This Ro-Ro cargo ship, chartered long term, will enable P&O to carry more freight on its North Sea network, offering customers greater capacity and flexibility. P&O Ferries is also planning to add the Longstone’s sister vessel to its fleet in late 2025.
We take pride in our partnership with P&O, providing their labour in Tilbury, and we are eager to see the growth of P&O's maritime expansion and the facilitation of smoother trade between the UK and Europe.
Our CSR Olympics Competition Continues…
We are pleased to announce that our Stafforce Olympics Campaign, has been extended until the end of the Paralympics.
For those who don’t already know, our CSR Olympic Competition we’re running offers you a chance to win ￡1000 to donate to a local charity of your choice. ?By participating, you become a local hero, supporting causes that make our communities stronger and brighter. Ready to go for the gold in giving back? Get in touch with your local branch and let's make a winning impact together!
To add to the fun, we have also launched a Wider Group Hot Potato – Thierry the Torch. He has been circulating around our offices, on-sites and ports, helping the team with their daily tasks, client meetings and indulging in some recreational activities. You can keep track of where he’s been and where he’s going on Nicholas Associates Group’s LinkedIn.
Thank you for taking the time to read our newsletter. Enjoy what is left of the Summer months as we slowly count down to events like Halloween, Bonfire Night and of course… the C word!
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