Oakland International is addressing the UK’s growing demand for skilled lorry drivers with fresh, creative solutions designed to futureproof the profession and make careers in logistics more accessible and rewarding. Facing industry challenges such as post-Brexit recruitment restrictions,
Staff have been learning about the power of B Corp and how it benefits their company as the movement celebrates its 10th anniversary. Oakland has itself been a very proud ‘B Corpian’ for almost three years having been
Whether your favourite is a cheese and ham toastie, pastrami on rye or a chicken sub with all the toppings – the humble sandwich is still considered to be the best lunch option by many around the world.
A pop-up book shop has been established by staff encouraging avid readers to pass on their recent reads and all in the name of charity. Staff in the canteen at Redditch came up with the concept of a
Oakland’s technology team have come together in support of Movember, the annual November charity campaign dedicated to men’s health, specifically prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. To spark open conversations around men’s health, the Technology
Vegetable processing specialist FreshFlow Food Solutions, part of the Oakland International group, is celebrating a major milestone after its new Midlands facility secured a coveted BRCGS ‘A’ accreditation at its very first audit. Managing Director Richard Hall said:
Oakland International has appointed Elinor Smith as Sustainability Officer, strengthening our commitment to leading sustainability in the logistics and supply chain sector. Elinor holds a First-Class Geography degree from Lancaster University and a Distinction in Environment, Development and
We are delighted for Michelle Ganderton and the role of Head of D2C (direct to consumer), a milestone achievement that celebrates more than 25 years of dedication, growth, and leadership within the business. Michelle first joined Oakland in
The opening of Oakland International’s Knottingley site in West Yorkshire in 2024 expanded the company’s national footprint offering over 161,000 sq. ft of high-specification, multi-temperature storage designed to fuel future sector growth. Strategically positioned at the intersection of
Oakalnd staff were reminded of the importance of reducing what they throw away during this year’s Zero Waste Week, with a campaign highlighting practical steps to cut everyday waste. The company’s Sustainability Officer, Elinor Smith, designed workplace posters
Oakland International bid a fond farewell to husband-and-wife duo Rob and Michaela Hartland, who retired together after 24 years of dedicated service. Rob, part of the Direct-to-Consumer warehouse team, and Michaela, the company’s long-serving office cleaner, were celebrated
We are extending our value-added proposition by setting a new benchmark in the vegetable processing industry with our bespoke services designed to meet the unique needs of recipe box providers, restaurants, cafes, convenience outlets, and food banks. Investment
We’re celebrating a major milestone after our brand-new facility in Knottingley, West Yorkshire, has been awarded the coveted BRCGS ‘AA’ accreditation on its very first audit. Group Supply Chain Certification & Compliance Manager Louise Smith commented: “This is
Oakland International, a leading specialist in distress load management, is calling for immediate industry and government action to address the crisis of distress loads and clandestine infiltration of commercial vehicles, a threat that endangers food safety, driver welfare,
The Joshua Hillstead Foundation has announced its official launch event, inviting the community to a free Family Fun Day at Wythall Park, Worcestershire on Saturday, July 26th, 2025, to promote water safety education for children and to support