Project Manager Maryam Ghafoor has achieved the highly respected Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt qualification, underlining the company’s commitment to developing talent and future leaders from within. Having joined Oakland in September 2024, Maryam completed the qualification
Oakland International has transformed its own renewable energy expertise into a new customer offering, launching a specialist solar panel cleaning service through its Oakland Environmental division.
Oakland International has completed an industry award hat-trick after being named winner of the Environmental and Sustainability Award at the TCS&D Awards 2026, securing its third major accolade of the year. This latest recognition reinforces our position as
Fifth-generation family food business Eric Lyons has expanded its operations with the launch of a dedicated production facility at The Oakland Food Park in Redditch, creating the additional capacity needed to support the next phase of its growth.
Oakland Speciality Supply Chain has appointed Jamie Smith as Operational Excellence Manager, strengthening the leadership team with an experienced supply chain professional whose expertise spans food manufacturing and direct-to-consumer (D2C) operations. Bringing a blend of operational, manufacturing and
Oakland International is cultivating a flourishing workplace garden, with the aim of helping employees connect with nature, learn food-growing skills, and enjoy fresh produce harvested just steps from the company’s canteen. What was once a neglected and overgrown
Oakland International colleagues at our Knottingley depot have raised £940 and counting for Prostate Cancer UK after coming together to support a team member undergoing treatment for the disease. Organised by Compliance Team Leader Lyndsay Wright, the two-day
Oakland International has been crowned winner of the Excellence in Sustainability Award at the UKWA Awards for Excellence 2026, recognising its industry-leading commitment to delivering practical, measurable sustainability across the supply chain sector. Presented during the UK Warehousing
Oakland International is seeing increased demand for its Distress Load Management (DLM) service as manufacturers, retailers, logistics providers and insurers seek to protect product value, reduce waste and maintain compliance amid growing supply chain disruption. Supporting customers across
Oakland International Speciality Supply Chain Services division has extended its Direct to Consumer (D2C) and Direct to Store packing fulfilment operations with a Pick By Light automated technology provided through their partnership with hardware and software partners Element
An emotional and uplifting welcome awaited ‘Team Oakland and Friends’ as they crossed the finish line of Molly Ollys three-day charity cycle challenge, completing an incredible ride in support of children with life-threatening illnesses and their families. Part
Tesco has retained the ‘Retailer of the Year’ title at the Free From Awards 2026, underlining the strength and consistency of its free from offer. The award recognises retailers whose products achieve the highest scores across multiple categories,
Oakland International has appointed Luke Attwell as Managing Director of Green Clover Developments Ltd (GCD), a separate but closely aligned business, as part of a refined operational structure to support continued growth. The move reflects a clear distinction
21-year-old Samuel Attwell, the son of Oakland Co-Founders Sallie and Dean Attwell, completed an extraordinary 10-day run from the very top to the bottom of Ireland, becoming possibly the youngest person to achieve the feat, while raising more
Oakland International has further strengthened its commitment to supporting local communities and employee wellbeing by sponsoring Studley Cricket Club for the upcoming season. Located at Washford Fields, Studley Cricket Club is a valued community hub bringing together people