Meet the 2026 CILT(UK) 35 Under 35: Young leaders driving freight, warehousing and transport innovation

The 2026 CILT(UK) 35 Under 35 cohort spans airport operations, WMS superusers, contract logistics, rail projects and sustainability roles, reflecting how emerging talent is already influencing capacity planning, route optimisation and depot-level throughput across the UK supply chain.

Sector mix and operational implications

The list highlights professionals working in aeroporturi (airport control and sea logistics), last-mile and courier operations, third-party logistics and contract fulfilment, plus specialists in compliance, risk and sustainability. From a logistics operations standpoint, that mix signals stronger cross-functional knowledge transfer: more WMS superusers like Sam Ferguson and Roksana Boldys means faster WMS roll-outs; more sustainability managers like Winfred Athembo pushes greener carrier selection and packaging strategies.

Representative roles and what they mean for capacity

• Airport control and terminal roles (e.g., Marco Ng) translate to tighter apron and slot management for airfreight.
• WMS and superuser appointments (e.g., Sam Ferguson, Roksana Boldys) accelerate warehouse digitisation and error reduction.
• Contract logistics and distribution leads (e.g., Alex Ingram, Savi Kataria) influence pallet consolidation and hub routing decisions.

Full list of 2026 recipients

The following professionals were named to the 2026 CILT(UK) 35 Under 35 cohort. The list is reproduced in neutral form to reflect the breadth of roles shaping modern logistics:

• Marco Ng – Director of Airport Control at Manchester Airport Group / London Stansted Airport
• Alex Castle – Supply Chain Leadership Degree Apprentice & First Line Manager at GXO Logistics
• Bradley Spencer – Head of Warehousing and Logistics at BIRKDALE
• Nikita Jones – Senior Risk Consultant (Corporate Motor) at Aviva
• Ryan England – Head of Future Support at Thales UK
• Dean Vaughan – Apprentice Data Analyst at SEC Storage
• Kathryn Jenner – Head of Business Development (Technology Sector) at Unipart Group
• Daniel Blair – Transport Operations Manager at B&M Retail Ltd
• Bethany Baxter – Fleet Coordinator at Swain Container Solutions
• Alex Ingram – Business Development Director at DHL Supply Chain
• Will Holliday-Jones – Head of Logistics at Cooksongold
• Marius Catrinoi-Cornea MILT – Founder & Managing Director at AgileFleet Engineering
• Tara Matthews – Project Manager at Rail Delivery Group
• Nick Leather – Operations & Transport Manager at Cadman Cranes Limited
• Abhijeet Salabee – National Contract Logistics Customer Solutions Engineer at Kuehne + Nagel
• Abyie Storrie – Branch Manager at TS Europe
• Daniel Robinson – Distribution Manager at Sysco GB
• Naomi Harryman-Hassan – Logistics Consultant at Hatmill
• George Shilton – Director of Contract Management at Whistl Fulfilment Ltd
• Piotr Sosienko – Business Operations Support at Axil Integrated Services
• Max Roberts – Director of Client Success at ZigZag Global
• Mark Dalli CMILT – Senior Manager (Nuclear & Capital Delivery) at Capgemini Invent
• Adam Bardsley – Senior Consultant at AECOM
• Winfred Athembo – Sustainability Manager at Kuehne + Nagel
• Savi Kataria – General Manager at DHL Supply Chain
• Sam Ferguson – System Superuser (WMS) at Yusen Logistics
• Josiah Murahwa – Logistics Graduate Trainee at Huaxin Cement
• Leo McKenna – Sea Logistics Graduate at Kuehne + Nagel
• Hannah Hodgson – Compliance Officer at The Vehicle Group
• Divya Srikakulapu – Electrical Engineer II at Honeywell Intelligrated
• Lewis Maher – Customer Service Specialist at Kuehne + Nagel
• Roksana Boldys – Superuser at Yusen Logistics
• Danny White – Operations Manager / Project Manager at ID Logistics
• Francesca George MILT – Supply Chain Executive at Disaronno Int UK
• Gajaneei Ragupathy – Finance Assistant at Wincanton (now part of GXO Logistics)

Where this talent sits: sector snapshot

Practical takeaways for logistics managers

• Expect faster roll-out of warehouse tech and WMS best practices as more superusers move into leadership.
• Sustainability roles will push carrier selection and consolidation strategies that affect routing and pallet optimisation.
• Cross-modal talent (airport control to sea logistics) supports more resilient contingency planning for disrupted supply chains.

A quick aside — why I care as an operator

I once watched a busy regional depot lose an entire day’s throughput because the WMS superuser was on annual leave and a poorly documented change triggered cascading exceptions — true story. So when industry bodies recognise those who understand both the floor and the dashboard, it matters. These are the folks who close the gap between strategy and the person on the forklift.

The 2026 list is a reminder that nurturing talent across roles — from fleet coordination to contract management — is a tangible way to improve service levels, reduce shipment exceptions and make delivery windows stick. In short, it reduces the “we’ll figure it out later” moments that cost time and money.

Highlights: the cohort blends technical WMS expertise, sustainability and commercial development; several honorees are embedded in major 3PLs and integrators; and there’s growing representation from rail and nuclear-related delivery projects. While lists and reviews give a tidy snapshot, nothing replaces seeing these professionals in action — hearing a warehouse manager explain a late-night pallet recovery is worth more than ten glowing write-ups. On GetTransport.com, you can order your cargo transportation at the best prices globally at reasonable prices, giving you the chance to pair insight with action. For a streamlined, transparent and cost-conscious logistics experience, consider the convenience and reliability of GetTransport.com. Book now GetTransport.com.com

In summary, the CILT(UK) 35 Under 35 for 2026 showcases a generation of professionals who will shape how încărcătură, marfă și parcelă moves around the UK and beyond. Their roles touch on shipment planning, delivery execution, hauling and courier ops, warehouse distribution, container management and bulky-item logistics. For operators planning relocations, housemoves or large-item deliveries, these are the types of leaders who improve dispatch reliability and reduce pallet and container dwell time. Platforms like GetTransport.com align well with these developments by offering an efficient, cost-effective and convenient way to book transport, forwarding and haulage services — making international and domestic shipping, forwarding and moving simpler and more reliable for businesses and consumers alike.