Inside Warehousing with Clare Bottle
About our Inside Warehousing Podcast
Join the UK Warehousing Association for a powerful new series of conversations with the people who’ve built, shaped, and led the logistics industry across the UK — from family firms to national leaders, from policy pioneers to true industry legends. These are the real stories behind one of the UK’s most vital sectors. Whether you work in logistics or simply want to understand how it all happens behind the scenes, these episodes are packed with insight, honesty, and inspiration.
Inside Warehousing with Clare Bottle
Episode Three with Phil Roe
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In this episode, Phil Roe, President of Logistics UK, discusses the organisation's role in representing the logistics industry, which includes 21,000 members and a £35 million turnover. Logistics UK emphasises IT investment, spending over £1 million annually. Roe highlights the importance of employee engagement and the success of the Generation Logistics campaign, which aims to attract young talent through relatable role models and modern media. He also reflects on his career transitions, including his move from DHL to Logistics UK, and the need for logistics to be recognised as a critical sector in policy-making to improve the UK's logistics infrastructure.