Welcome to The Generation Logistics Awards 2026!
Your chance to nominate, celebrate, recognise and reward the outstanding logistics talent in your business.
Deadline EXTENDED! Now 7th August 2026 (5pm).
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The Generation Logistics Awards 2026 is all about raising awareness of the next generation of professionals driving the sector forward.
It’s a unique opportunity to give those individuals the spotlight they deserve, to hero the game-changing work they’re doing.
By getting involved, you can be part of the Generation Logistics mission to build an understanding of logistics as the rich and diverse career path that we know it is.
We welcome colleague nominations and self-nomination across all categories.
Rewards and Incentives
As well as a £200 retail voucher, each category award winner will have access to a range of money-can’t-buy-opportunities designed to help their star burn ever brighter.
Rewards include:
- A £200 voucher for a retail outlet of your choosing, from Generation Logistics
- A £50 prize from BIFA
- To be Logistics UK’s guest at Logistics UK’s Logistics Awards on Thursday 10th December*
- Attendance at 2027’s Multimodal Awards dinner (date TBC)*
- CILT(UK) membership
- Attendance at CILT(UK)’s conference and awards on Thursday 24th September*
- The opportunity to attend Cold Chain Live on 13th-14th October*
- A press release and associated social media
Find out about our judges below – an expert panel of industry leaders and influencers.
*Prize includes event attendance only. Travel, accommodation, and any other associated expenses are not included.
The
Extra Mile
Award
This award celebrates an early talent colleague who has gone above and beyond to have a positive impact.
Whether that’s within the workplace, the local community, or broader society. Whether championing sustainability, promoting inclusion, or leading charitable initiatives, this individual embodies the spirit of going the extra mile (and helps inspire others along the way).
Entry Criteria:
- Open to early talent colleagues (apprentices, interns, graduates, or those with less than five years’ experience in the sector) from sponsors, partners and partner members of Generation Logistics
- Evidence of positive impact made within the workplace, community, or society
- Demonstrates leadership, compassion, or proactive problem-solving
- Contribution must go beyond day-to-day responsibilities
- Open to both colleague nomination and self-nomination
The
Hidden Gem
Award
The Hidden Gem award shines a light on those who work quietly but powerfully behind the scenes.
These early talent colleagues consistently deliver outstanding work, demonstrate initiative, and support their teams with humility and dedication. Though they may not seek the spotlight, their impact is undeniable and they deserve recognition.
Entry Criteria:
- Open to early talent colleagues (apprentices, interns, graduates, or those with less than five years’ experience in the sector) from sponsors, partners and partner members of Generation Logistics
- Regularly goes above and beyond in a supportive or background role
- Shows strong initiative, collaboration, and reliability
- Makes a sustained and meaningful contribution to their team or department
- Open to both colleague nomination and self-nomination
The
Trailblazer
Award
The Trailblazer award recognises a standout early talent colleague who is setting new standards.
Whether through innovative ideas, project leadership, or simply rapid growth and progress on their professional journey, this person is actively helping drive the future of the logistics sector.
Entry Criteria:
- Open to early talent colleagues (apprentices, interns, graduates, or those with less than five years’ experience in the sector) from sponsors, partners and partner members of Generation Logistics
- Demonstrates innovation in problem-solving, project work, or process improvement
- Shows measurable professional growth and development
- Contributes to business impact or transformation in a meaningful way
- Open to both colleague nomination and self-nomination
The
Talent Advocate
Award
This award honours an experienced colleague who really champions and advocates for early talent.
From mentoring and coaching to promoting careers in logistics, the Talent Advocate demonstrates a passion for nurturing the next generation, and promoting the future of the sector.
Entry Criteria:
- Open to all employees from sponsors, partners and partner members of Generation Logistics
- Actively supports early talent development (e.g. mentoring, training, advocacy)
- Demonstrates leadership in promoting the logistics profession
- Shows sustained involvement in talent initiatives or sector outreach
- Open to both colleague nomination and self-nomination
Entry is free, accessible, and open to sponsors, partners, and partner’s members of the Generation Logistics initiative.
Click here to submit your entryDeadline EXTENDED! Now 7th August (5pm).
Our esteemed judging panel is comprised of seasoned experts from across the logistics sector, bringing deep industry knowledge and experience to evaluate this year’s awards.
Rona has worked on the Generation Logistics campaign since its inception. She has a passion for skills and employment, having worked on The Skills Show, then the UK’s largest skills and careers event for young people for five years, and has worked for a wide range of brands and events ranging from London 2012 to Hollywood blockbusters and awareness campaigns for several key charities.
David has worked in the Maersk organisation for over 35 years in a variety of roles and locations. Focussing on logistics and containerisation his career has taken him across the UK to Egypt and the East Mediterranean as well as a period at head office in Copenhagen. Now back in the UK David is involved in all areas of Maersk’s Integrator strategy and growth agenda with specific connections to sustainability and decarbonisation. Outside of Maersk David is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transportation and a member of both the Freight Logistics and Air Policy Groups.
With over 30 years’ experience in logistics and supply chain leadership, Richard brings
deep industry insight and a strong track record of delivering operational excellence
and strategic growth.
Richard has an MBA in Business Administration and Management, but actually began his career as a warehouse hand in Brighouse at Redfearn Wire Products. Richard was also Operations Director at Samworth Brothers Supply Chain, where he led transformative change programmes and strengthened supply chain performance. He previously held a senior leadership role at Wincanton, where he developed national transport strategies, managed complex contracts, and oversaw significant business expansion, including operations in Germany.
Richard’s leadership is defined by a commitment to continuous improvement,
collaboration, and supporting the industry through challenge and change. He is
passionate about innovation, closing the sector’s skills gap, and strengthening the
resilience and reputation of the UK’s road freight sector.