Truck and Track Summer 2021

SmartPOD contactless POD, and our SmartClockIn sign in system have all really helped us to keep our staff and the public safe”, said David “As the concept of “Key Workers” evolved, so did the role of logistics workers as Key Workers. Alongside the NHS the logistics sector including “Team UPN”, our network of partner hauliers also became known as Key Workers working through lockdown to keep UK PLC and our economy going.” “The whole nationwide UPN member team of drivers, forklift staff, warehouse staff, operations staff have really stepped up to the plate to ensure that despite everything our service levels have been maintained. They should be immensely proud of themselves at this extreme time, and very proud of the special way that they are meeting the challenges thrown at them by the pandemic.” UPN and its members are playing a crucial role in keeping the country running, the shops and supermarkets stocked, and the population positive, sane, and safe. Without logistics there would undoubtedly be turmoil and chaos right across the country. By supporting our high streets, the booming DIY sector, and the inevitable increase in home deliveries UPN are helping in a significant way to minimise the mental impact of Covid on the UK and indeed keep the country sane! Despite the obvious challenges thrown up by the pandemic, UPN moved into its new purpose developed SmartHUB facility as planned at the start of 2020. An investment of over £3,000,000 in a 200,000+ sq. ft. facility with space for further expansion. It is the fourth time that the company has moved into expanded facilities over its exciting twenty year growth trajectory. That itself is a clear indication of how far the company has come from its humble foundations when UPN was established at Tuxford in Nottinghamshire. The future now looks very bright for further strong, solid, stable growth through the next decade and beyond.