What is logistics?
Logistics is the industry which manages how resources are acquired, stored, and transported to their final destination.
Logistics explained
Virtually everything we buy or use has been handled by a number of people – from the producer, to the trucker, to the warehouse operative, to the transport manager, and many others in between. But the logistics journey doesn’t end there. Once we’ve finished with our goods there’s the recycling and waste management process staffed by a vast chain of logistics professionals – many of course developing smarter and more sustainable ways of bringing that material back into production as goods and energy.
There are countless roles which support the logistics process and we’ll be finding out much more about them during the campaign.
What is the value of the industry?
The logistics industry is worth £127bn to the UK economy, but its true value is the role it plays making sure we get everything we need – it’s fundamental to our way of life. Without logistics we get nothing.
How the RHA helps the industry
We bring 77 years’ industry expertise and campaigning experience to our members and the wider logistics sector. We’re a hugely influential voice working with government, local authorities and others to shape the best future for our members.
We champion the highest standards amongst firms and their workforces, promoting the safest and most sustainable practices.
Our members enjoy a superb range of benefits and services, and we’re a strong voice working with government on the issues affecting our industry. By joining us you’ll help us lead the industry to a better future.
Unleash your potential
The logistics sector is the fifth largest in the UK and employs more than 2.5 million people including: drivers, planners, IT specialists, warehouse staff, administrators, accountants, architects, technicians, and more. These are just some of them.
There are thousands of career paths that support the process of moving goods.
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