Logistics Collective - The Podcast

We are pleased to syndicate a podcast from "ChainReaction" a platform that is posting thought provoking content about the future of supply chain. In this first podcast, our own Malcolm Pope is interviewed by Michael Ostroumov, CEO of FLOX (A new collaborative platform for the logistics industry powered by AI). The broad ranging interview covers some of the successes, challenges and opportunities for the logistics industry. We discuss sustainability, profitability of the industry, AI and of course collaboration.The challenge that the Logistics Industry faces are enormous, but we discuss the potential of thinking differently to secure a better future.Links:⁠⁠⁠⁠Michael Ostroumov⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelostroumov/⁠⁠⁠⁠Logistics Collective - The Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://logisticscollective.comThe Logistics Collective podcast is a production by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Loguru Ltd

In a recent survey,  we promoted on LinkedIn, and we had some interesting results. We asked the question: Considering the forward options for fuelling our LGV's (heavy trucks & lorries) in the future, 10 years’ time - what will be most popular?The results were interesting! Hydrogen (ICE or Fuel Cell) 41%Electric 36%HVO 14%Biomethane 9%So the purpose of this interview is to potentially explainwhy we believe that 91% of people answering the survey got the wrong answer.Philip Fjeld is a serial entrepreneur in the energy sector with an enviable record of innovation. The business he co-founded, CNG Fuels, was established in 2014 and operates the UK’s largest CNG refuelling network, while RTFS was founded in 2017 and is Europe’s largest supplier of unsupported biomethane to the transport sector. They’re proud to deliver biofuel to their loyal customer base across the UK, which consists of biomethane sourced from 100% renewable and sustainable waste feedstocks.Their biomethane is independently verified and approved bythe UK’s Department for Transport’s Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation (RTFO), allowing their customers to accurately measure the carbon offsets within theirtransport fleet. This not only supports their green ambitions but also allows them to benefit from government incentives and communicate their commitment to a greener future to their customers, resulting in a positive reputation.ReFuels sites are already the UK’s largest capacity public access CNG stations, and they are continuously expanding their network of public access stations. This is so that they can empower companies to make more low-carbon deliveries each day and reach their net-zero goals. So in our interview with Philip here, we critique (with balance!), the alternative fuel options. Please let us know here whether, after listening, your perspective has changed. Apparently, this alternative fuel is more cost-effective and less emissive in the medium and long term than all alternatives.#ReFuels #AlternativeFuels #Logistics #Sustainability#CowBurpTrucking #LogisticsCollective #UKGovernment #LOGURULtdLinks:⁠⁠⁠Philip Fjeld⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-fjeld-87b2b93/⁠⁠⁠Logistics Collective - The Podcast⁠⁠⁠ - https://logisticscollective.comThe Logistics Collective podcast is a production by ⁠⁠⁠Loguru Ltd

This is the second in our series of podcasts exploring sustainability and the logistics industry.We have one familiar voice and also someone new to introduce you to.This edition explores the motivations to be more sustainable and how age generations have differing perspectives on the criticality of the journey to net zero. Focusing on the younger generations that will be consumers and customers for longer was discussed.We explored the risks and benefits of Sustainability, and then had a broad discussion on how critical a great record on sustainability can be to recruit, retain and motivate staff.The team updated on the current and impending legislation and what the likely impacts will be, supported by a discussion on available incentives.We explored what sort of tools are available to fleet-led businesses to help transform towards sustainability, and then cast our minds forward to the future Fleet Operator of 2030.In addition to this, we mused about Maritime Motorways and the need to re-imagine how distribution is carried out.#logurultd #logisticscollective #sustainability #netzero #logistics #netzerologistics #betterfleet #leadwithsustainabilityLinks:⁠⁠Anne Snelson⁠⁠ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-snelson-bsc-dipm-mba-93a6701/⁠⁠Benoit Laflamme⁠⁠ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benoitlaflamme/⁠⁠Logistics Collective - The Podcast⁠⁠ - https://logisticscollective.comThe Logistics Collective podcast is a production by ⁠⁠Loguru Ltd

We have another in the ALAS! series of podcasts with Keith Holdsworth of Perception Group.We are following a track of understanding how future supply chains can become more sustainable, the trade-off of working capital against sustainability, the impact of poor forecasting on sustainability, whether we are delivering to "want" or "need" criteria, whether it is more sustainable to collect from a retailer or deliver to your home, the value of having an eCommerce "green button," collaborative e-Fulfilment, and cubic melons!  How predictable are our demands across the supply chain really are and how is the predictability improving could completely remodel our supply chains?We managed to touch Keith's raw nerve (no supply chain professionals were injured in this podcast!)We conclude with considering the desirability of "slackness" in supply chains and the need for us to ask Super Human questions of the technology that supports supply chains.  We hope you enjoy the podcast, feel free to interact, challenge and support. Final question: Chips or Fries? Which is better?Final Final Question: Did we only mention AI once?#supplychain #sustainability #cubicmelons #logistics #greensupplychain #logisticscollective #logurultdLinks:⁠⁠⁠Keith Holdsworth⁠⁠⁠ – https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-holdsworth/⁠⁠⁠Logistics Collective – The Podcast⁠⁠⁠ – https://logisticscollective.comThe Logistics Collective podcast is a production by ⁠⁠⁠Loguru Ltd

Over the next year, the Logistics Collective is planning a series of podcasts exploring sustainability and the logistics industry. In this edition, we focus on the potential within the smaller changes that add to the profitability and sustainability that all LSPs should focus on. We have a three-way discussion between Malcolm Pope and two industry luminaries in sustainability: Stephen Fitter  is a Logistics and Fleet Decarbonisation Consultant helping organisations to create and implement strategies to transition away from fossil fuel reliance and lessen their emissions. He has extensive experience in leading large-scale business transformation initiatives, project management, and fleet management, working across a wide variety of sectors and industries. He now runs a consultancy business called Focus Net Zero, which brings together all his experience and passion for sustainability, which serves clients on their roadmap to decarbonisation. Stephen is a Chartered Member of the Institute of Logistics & Transport, a Full Member of the Association of Project Management, and a 2024 FleetWise Trusted Expert. Benoit Laflamme is a business finance and fleet management professional with 20 years of experience in various leadership roles in Canada, France and the UK.  He is focused on TCO optimisation and is driven by strong principles around service excellence, transparency, and strategic partnerships. Recently, he has been looking more intensely at the challenges related to the energy transition. He is collaborating with EVenergi, a software and consultancy firm focused on supporting fleets through their decarbonisation journey. Benoit's passion for optimisation, problem solving and change management making him a great collaborate to support the transformation of the Logistics industry. The podcast covers what you should be doing and planning for now but also what are the incredible opportunities available for the industry. #sustainablelogistics #sustainability #profit&sustainability #ecologistics #logisticscollective #logurultd Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Stephen Fitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenfitter/ ⁠Benoit Laflamme⁠ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benoitlaflamme/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Logistics Collective - The Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://logisticscollective.com The Logistics Collective podcast is a production by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Loguru Ltd

In this podcast, we explore the world of robotics and AI with Michel Spruijt. As president of Brain Corp International, Michel is responsible for all partner support, team expansion, and the oversight of general operations in EMEA, APAC, and LATAM. His role involves driving business development across key markets, fostering collaboration with industry leaders, and pushing the boundaries of what AI-powered technology can achieve. He is particularly interested in how automation can improve operational efficiency, streamline processes, and bring transformative innovations to the industries we serve. Brain Corp is a privately held company that develops AI software and autonomy platforms for robots. Their flagship product, BrainOS, is used by global partners to build, deploy, and support autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) in commercial spaces. Brain Corp's AMRs are used in a variety of industries, including retail, healthcare, and hospitality. Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Michel Spruijt⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michel-spruijt-74a0b03/ Brain Corp International - https://www.braincorp.com/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Logistics Collective - The Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://logisticscollective.com The Logistics Collective podcast is a production by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Loguru Ltd

In our latest episode we speak to Colby Varley - Vice President of Sales - Principal for Advanced Transportation Services Inc (ATS). We explore the history of Colby's career and spend time understanding how an asset-light transportation business works, delivering fresh produce from their home base of Salinas, California, to the rest of the USA. It was fascinating to understand the key strength of working with a medium-sized business versus the larger logistics service providers, with a key difference in the personal investment and commitment to service excellence by the team at ATS. So, from the salad bowl of America to the plates of consumers all across the USA, this is a fascinating business with a young and greatly motivated leader at the helm.  Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Colby Varley⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/colby-varley-5ba57a69/ ⁠⁠⁠Logistics Collective - The Podcast⁠⁠⁠ - https://logisticscollective.com The Logistics Collective podcast is a production by ⁠⁠⁠Loguru Ltd

Welcome to our latest podcast from the Logistics Collective, we present another in the ALAS! with Keith Holdsworth of Perfection Group. In this episode, we ask, "Can our Logistics Providers survive and prosper with only achieving a single % figure EBITDA?".   We discuss the commoditisation of the logistics market, the benefits of added value services, the ability to optimise to further profit. There is expressed certainty that Logistics Providers are not making sufficient profit and we examine what we believe are the root causes and what might be some solutions that could help. There are thoughts on how Logistics Providers win business and perhaps the missed opportunity of collaboration within the businesses they have. Both of us have a huge amount of respect for the work all of our Logistics Providers do, our discussion comes from a core desire to help drive a positive difference to the industry. If the industry is to meet the challenge of sustainability in an ever more service and channel-diverse market - the industry needs to be allowed to profit to allow it to invest. Our conclusion is that the Logistics Providers need to dare to challenge existing conventions and take a fresh approach. How? Well, you'll have to listen to the podcast to find out! #alas #automation #logisticsinnovation #supplychaininnovation #logisticscollective #supplychain #supplychainconsulting #logisticsconsultancy #couragethroughconfidence #mentoring #coaching #logurultd Links: ⁠⁠Keith Holdsworth⁠⁠ – https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-holdsworth/ ⁠⁠Logistics Collective – The Podcast⁠⁠ – https://logisticscollective.com The Logistics Collective podcast is a production by ⁠⁠Loguru Ltd

In this podcast, we interview Philip Roe, President of Logistics UK is the largest trade association representing logistics business of all modes across the UK & Ireland. In addition, Philip is a Board Director of the CILT (Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport). Prior to this, Philip had senior (to C-suite) roles in both DHL and TDG. In this episode, Philip speaks to the work that Logistics UK carries out and alerts us to the fantastic role that the logistics industry could have in supporting the growth and development of all business in the UK & Ireland. We touch on how to make the logistics industry a first choice for people considering a career and also how Logistics UK (in partnership with other logistics trade associations) is trying to influence the UK Government to take a more coordinated approach to its management of this critical business sector. The “battle for talent” is discussed with the conclusion that we need a diverse mindset to attract the world-class skills and talent we need in the industry. It’s a broad-ranging conversation including highlights of the activities of “Generation Logistics” with more than 50 industry sponsors designed to get younger people aware of the enormous potential of a career within the logistics industry. Additionally, we shoot the breeze on whether coastal shipping could be a game changer for distribution in the UK, and think about the changes needed in the information systems to drive the journey to net zero. We conclude by discussing how sustainability may offer opportunities for the logistics industry to be better regarded and more profitable. For the value that the logistics industry provides the profits are very thin. Despite this, Philip is really optimistic for the future of the logistics industry in the UK as its importance is simply becoming more broadly understood. Links:  ⁠⁠ LOGISTICS UK⁠⁠ - https://logistics.org.uk/ ⁠⁠Logistics Collective - The Podcast⁠⁠ - https://logisticscollective.com The Logistics Collective podcast is a production by ⁠⁠Loguru Ltd

In this podcast, we revisit Richard Smith of the RHA, who kindly offered to be the first person interviewed on this channel nearly two and a half years ago. There is much to catch up on with regard to the developments in the industry, most concerningly around the increasing numbers of hauliers that are sadly failing financially. We look to the future, and it was great to hear that several professional trade bodies in the logistics sector are beginning to collaborate and seek to influence the UK Government. We moved on to discuss sustainability and how we might design trucks that attract more drivers into the industry, and I left Richard with a challenge! I see the work of our professional trade bodies as highly valuable; the majority I have spoken to are truly connected with their membership at all levels. Richard demonstrates that he is a passionate advocate for the industry.  Links:  ⁠Road Haulage Association⁠ - https://www.rha.uk.net ⁠Logistics Collective - The Podcast⁠ - https://logisticscollective.com The Logistics Collective podcast is a production by ⁠Loguru Ltd