2024
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Diamond Sponsors

Amazon Shipping

Amazon Shipping offers retailers and Amazon selling partners the ability to benefit from Amazon’s broad, technology-driven transportation and logistics network to quickly and reliably deliver orders from Amazon, your own website, and other eCommerce channels, to customers.

Why deliver with Amazon Shipping?

Reliable delivery speeds: Choose from a range of fast and reliable delivery speeds, knowing that Amazon Shipping is rooted in the expertise and technology to get the job done

Easy to understand rates: Get a quote and start delivering with simple and competitive rates

Simplified delivery partnership: Easy-to-use Shipper Central account management, hassle-free claims processing, and dedicated support. Obsessed with customer innovation, Amazon Shipping commits to make your delivery operations easier and more efficient.

Integration with top industry partners: Speed up your response with a great variety of order and delivery management systems, including Linnworks, Veeqo, Shipstation and more.

An Post

We are An Post Commerce. We are masters of delivery, offering nationwide delivery, 6 days a week, including evening delivery. We are customer focused offering simple, flexible and convenient delivery and returns solutions supported by a network of 4,000+ vehicles including over 1,000 electric vehicles. We process c. 50m parcels annually and we are the first Irish carrier to offer 2 delivery attempts as standard. We are trusted, with a network of 4,500 postal operatives with an unrivalled knowledge of local communities. As an expert business partner, we work to bring our business customers a world closer to their customers. Our focus is on delivering operational excellence and the highest service quality levels possible for our clients and their customers. Contact us

Asendia Asendia

Asendia

Asendia empowers businesses to grow across borders with a range of international e-commerce and mail delivery services. Bringing together a wealth of international and local expertise, and a network that delivers parcels and mail to over 200 countries and territories. With e-PAQ by Asendia, you can offer your shoppers localised delivery options at checkout to boost conversions and customer satisfaction. We are also proud of our continuing commitment to sustainability as a core focus – and as of 2022, are 100% carbon neutral through our comprehensive offsetting programmes. Contact us

InPost

InPost is Europe’s leading automated parcel machine (APM) service provider which is reshaping the cost efficiency, convenience, and sustainability of last mile e-commerce deliveries.

Founded in 1999 and listed on the Amsterdam Euronext, InPost aims to redefine the status quo by promoting the benefits of out-of-home deliveries. Through the network of APMs exceeding 27,000 across the U.K, Poland, France, Italy, Benelux, Spain and Portugal, the company delivered a record 774 million parcels in 2022 alone.

Out-of-home delivery is set to reshape e-commerce. As the era of cheap home deliveries comes to an end, parcel lockers provide a more convenient solution which currently keeps costs low for 1.6 million unique consumers (locker-to-locker and returns) and 227 integrated merchants in the UK.

Partner with InPost today to change shopping behaviours and bring footfall, incremental spend and positive customer experiences to your destinations.

Parcel Pending

Quadient is the leading provider of innovative parcel management solutions for retailers and carriers worldwide. Parcel Pending by Quadient smart locker solutions support over 70 million deliveries each year to more than 18,000 locations around the globe. Our team is passionate about delivering more – more products, more personalised service, and more meaningful experiences – to make parcel deliveries and returns easy, secure, and intuitive for everyone. With our wide variety of secure locker solutions and our world-class customer experience, we help our clients manage more deliveries to more places, realise operational efficiencies, and solve last-mile delivery challenges. Now, with our expanding open locker network, retailers and carriers can further reduce pressures and costs associated with first- and last-mile logistics by centralising parcel pick-ups and returns to our convenient, secure locker network locations.

Uber Direct

Uber Direct is a last-mile delivery solution that enables you to add on-demand delivery to your own website or app. Powered by the same technology and network of couriers as Uber Eats. Branded by you, shipped from your local stores, delivered in minutes!

Gold Sponsors

Asda

We provide Logistic and e-commerce services built on our well-established grocery and online network, operated end to end by Asda Stores Ltd. ALS manages transport and warehousing contracts for over 400 suppliers through our Asda Primary Division, as well as delivering industry leading parcel collection and return services on behalf of more than 150 retailers, including our own George.com business. Talk to us about how we can support your business.

Avalara

Avalara helps make global tax compliance easier for businesses of any type or size. In partnership with leading ERP, accounting, ecommerce, and other financial management system providers, Avalara delivers cloud-based compliance solutions for various transaction taxes, including sales and use, VAT, GST, excise, communications, lodging, and other indirect tax types.

With flexible, scalable, cloud-based solutions doing the heavy lifting for you — instantly calculating rates, automating returns, simplifying registrations, and much more — international borders don’t become barriers and you’re free to focus on the more exciting and revenue-generating parts of running your business.

Correos

Correos is the last Mile Delivery Spain-Portugal and International Parcel Delivery Service. Send your parcels anywhere in the world with the greatest flexibility and at the best prices.

DPD

DPD UK is a next-day UK express and international delivery company that continually strives to exceed customers’ expectations, and put innovation and sustainability at the heart of everything we do.

DPD don’t just say the right things, we do them. For example, as part of our group, Geopost, we are the first global parcel delivery company to have its ambitious net zero 2040 targets validated by the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi).

Our dedication to customer service, innovation, and being people-centric has been critical to our success:

We deliver the best service money can buy. We use the best technology available. We recruit, retain, and develop the most customer-centric people in the industry whilst aiming to be the UK’s leader in sustainable delivery.

Find out more about our sustainable delivery at green.dpd.co.uk

DPD Pick Up

DPD Pickup gives their customers the ability to send a consumer’s parcel to a safe, local shop/locker if they can’t be at home to receive it. With 10,000 stores and lockers, the DPD Pickup network gives customers more convenience in arranging a delivery that’s right for them and also helps us be more sustainable by making fewer journeys.

With DPD Pickup, customers can choose to have their order delivered to the nearest Pickup point. Alternatively, an ‘in-flight’ option is also available through text and email notifications, where the delivery is diverted to a local DPD Pickup point.

DPD is committed to being environmentally friendly and sustainable, and by delivering more parcels to a single location we’re also doing our bit to keep traffic off the roads.

Emma Systems

Emma Systems delivers software solutions purpose-built to streamline and simplify customs clearance, forwarding and compliance. We take great pride in providing more than 4000 companies with our comprehensive digital customs document archive and compliance platform, Emma E-Doc.

Navigating customs compliance becomes effortless with Emma E-Doc. Our customers benefit from a neutral cloud platform that facilitates seamless management, monitoring, and automation of collecting, controlling, and storing declarations and supporting documents from any customs broker, agent, or carrier. This not only saves valuable time but also enhances control and reduces the risk of errors.

Emma E-Doc goes beyond mere convenience; it significantly improves audit-readiness and internal control. By detecting errors and uncovering potential savings, the Emma E-Doc solution ensures that businesses are well-equipped to navigate the intricate landscape of customs compliance with confidence. Emma Systems continues to be the trusted partner for companies seeking efficiency, accuracy, and compliance in their customs operations.

Evri

Evri is the UK’s biggest dedicated parcel delivery company, delivering over 720 million parcels a year. The company has a mission to be the most convenient way to send, receive and return parcels, without costing the earth.

We’ve set an ambitious target to be Net Zero by 2035 for our operations and suppliers, and we’re on track to achieve that. In 2022/23 we reduced our carbon by 10% per parcel: our total carbon (scope 1,2,3) by 10%; and operational carbon (scopes 1,2) by 16%.

Evri works with most of Europe’s top retailers, marketplaces and pre-loved sites. The roots of Evri can be traced back to Yorkshire in 1974 but the business has grown significantly over the decades – it now has 20,000+ couriers and 10,000+ out-of-home locations, including 2000 Post Office branches, and a growing network of hubs and depots.

FedEx

FedEx invented express transportation and remains the industry’s global leader, providing rapid, reliable, time-definite delivery to more than 220 countries and territories, connecting markets that comprise more than 99% of the world’s gross domestic product. Unmatched air route authorities and transportation infrastructure, combined with leading-edge information technologies, make FedEx Express the world’s largest express transportation company.

By offering customers access to a larger suite of e-commerce services, we support European online businesses on their growth journeys and help to connect them to customers in global and intra-European markets.

Furdeco

Furdeco are a 2-Person, white glove, home delivery provider based in Walsall, West Midlands. We offer a cost-effective universal solution for your large ticket delivery and fulfilment requirements. To complement our core nationwide delivery, we also offer storage in our 250,000 sq ft centrally located Midlands based warehouses, a range of installation and assembly services and we also provide disposal and recycling services for old furniture and appliances. Our expert delivery teams understand the value of the products they deliver, and they are the face of our trusted Clients. Reputation, Delivered.

Hived

HIVED is building the first sustainable parcel delivery network at scale for a fast and reliable delivery experience. Powered by a 100% electric fleet, HIVED provides same-day, next-day and two-day services with outstanding reliability, seamless integration, modern features, instant human support, a highly trained delivery team, and competitive pricing. By providing retail customers with exceptional deliveries, retailers can save money with fewer refunds and reduced customer churn, maintain control of their brand experience for the entire customer journey through to delivery.

HIVED offers UK nationwide collection and delivery to all of Greater London for brands such as ASOS, Karen Millen, Zara, Candy Kittens, and more. HIVED is also integrated with Metapack and other major ecommerce softwares for a smooth and easy integration process. Learn more at hived.space.

Landmark Global

Landmark Global is the trusted international logistics partner, powering your e-commerce growth. Count on us to handle your cross-border e-logistics.

We ship to more than 220 destinations around the world, delivering an efficient and cost-effective cross-border service. Our operational and commercial hubs are strategically located close to our clients, ensuring local expertise with global reach.

LC Packaging UK Ltd

LC Packaging UK Ltd is dedicated to offering innovative bag solutions designed for extended use.

As a global leader with over a century of experience in supplying packaging, and with two decades in the post and parcel sector, LC Packaging UK Ltd provides sophisticated packaging solutions. Known for our pioneering innovations, our high-quality postal bags are designed for repeated use, enhancing operational performance while catering to both international and domestic parcel demands.

We are committed to reducing emissions, contributing to the circular economy and upholding fair labour practices. Our team at LC Packaging, recognised for their consultative expertise, sets industry standards by understanding unique client needs and delivering customised solutions.

Discover our range of durable and reusable bags at stand 35, contributing to more efficient shipping practices. For more information:

Manhattan

Manhattan Associates is a technology leader in supply chain and omnichannel commerce. We unite information across the enterprise, converging front-end sales with back-end supply chain execution. Our software, platform technology and unmatched experience help drive both top-line growth and bottom-line profitability for our customers.

Manhattan Associates designs, builds and delivers leading edge cloud and on-premises solutions so that across the store, through your network or from your fulfilment center, you are ready to reap the rewards of the omnichannel marketplace. For more information, please visit www.manh.co.uk.

Pro Carrier

We are Pro Carrier, your premier logistics partner that transcends boundaries. Our commitment to excellence extends across both international and domestic delivery services, providing a seamless and reliable solution for businesses worldwide. Whether your shipments cross oceans or navigate local routes, Pro Carrier’s state-of-the-art solutions ensure efficiency, real-time tracking, and unparalleled visibility.

In addition to our robust delivery services, we are proud to introduce our innovative returns solution, simplifying the reverse logistics process. Pro Carrier empowers businesses to manage returns effortlessly, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Furthermore, our freight options redefine versatility. From small packages to large cargo, Pro Carrier adapts to your unique shipping needs. We understand the significance of a well-rounded logistics approach, and our platform ‘Horizon’ is designed to optimise every aspect of your supply chain.

Relay

Relay is a purpose built e-comm delivery provider, empowering digital native retailers to elevate and accelerate their UK delivery proposition.

Our tech-enabled, asset-light, flexible mesh network is purpose built to deliver a new era of retail digitalisation.

Relay enables you to make significant cost savings, meet your sustainability goals whilst delivering on your customers’ expectations around speed and quality of service.

Sending

Sending Express Transport and Logistics is an express transport and logistics company specialized in Spain and Portugal for B2C and B2B parcels delivery.

Spring GDS UK

Spring GDS simplifies international shipping with clever cross-border delivery solutions.

As an autonomous broker and part of the PostNL group, Spring GDS has unparalleled access to the most reliable carrier networks for international shipping. They combine commercial and local postal specialists to find the best delivery services available from pickup point to the final mile.

The Spring GDS specialist teams offer clever solutions for complex cross-border processes, including customs clearance and international returns. Customers are regularly updated on events that may affect their shipping via international service alerts and support from their local experts.

Spring GDS is present in 16 countries spanning over 3 continents and delivers more than 1.1 million items daily to over 190 countries. All deliveries are made CO2-neutral at no extra cost.

Visku

Visku helps businesses unlock the power of their supply chains – enabling customers and partners to achieve their supply chain ambitions. It has built an extensive network of nationwide partners to deliver on-demand, flexible, short term warehouse space. Visku offers expert, strategic consultancy support alongside practical warehousing solutions for supply chain networks.

Visku combines visionary thinking with practical delivery.

Zedify

Zedify is powering an ecommerce revolution. Their tech-enabled, cargo-bike first model is backed by Barclays and delivers exceptional service, cost efficiencies and 96% lower carbon than the next best alternative.

For the first time, omnichannel retailers don’t have to choose between service, price, and sustainability. By working with Zedify, brands can join the likes of Zara and Hello Fresh in using a carrier service that doesn’t cost the earth.

ZEOS

An operating system unlocking Europe’s full potential.

ZEOS is part of Zalando SE, leveraging the company’s infrastructure, technology, and expertise to build an operating system for fashion & lifestyle.

Established in 2023, ZEOS is developing tools that allow brands and retailers to manage their multi-channel business in one place. ZEOS helps fashion & lifestyle industry players unlock Europe’s full potential by enabling seamless e-commerce across the continent: from new market entry and expansion to optimization and business steering.

Silver Sponsors

Data Refinery

We’ve spent the last 10 years building data tools for businesses large and small – now we’ve loaded all that knowledge into a plug and play data platform to help businesses like yours bypass a notoriously challenging barrier to analytical maturity.

The Data Refinery automatically captures and unifies all your data into one business ready data layer, giving our users all the benefits of a foundational data warehouse and analysis tools, without the headaches and expense.

Global Post

GlobalPost enables businesses to ship international parcels fast and affordably, saving time and money. Our partnerships with global postal carriers and our software-based network allows flexibility, ensuring you get the best service at the lowest rates with every shipment.

Linex

Linex is a global cross-border logistics network established in 1989. We are part of the Lenton Group which is a subsidiary of GeoPost and Japan Post. We are also the exclusive Wholesale Courier General Sales Agent (GSA) for Cathay Pacific.

We are proud to be one of the largest independent Linehaul networks in the world with over 30 Offices worldwide, more than 35 International Services and +225 Countries / Territories Served.

Our UK location is based a short distance from Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. We specialise in eCommerce, Import, Export, and a multitude of cross-border solutions.

Our services include X-Ray screening and ETSF Warehouse thereby offering a fully comprehensive or customised inhouse solution to our client base. We have official T1 certification status for UK inbound and outbound shipments, which acts as a passport for our client’s custom.

Nova Global

Nova Global offers seamless and reliable cross-border delivery solutions to online businesses worldwide. We’re enabled to open any country through a single global API platform, which supports various options for the last mile delivery, linehauls and export/import customs clearance.

Nova Global provides B2C delivery from/to China, the United Kingdom, U.S., Eastern Europe, Ukraine, and Moldova.

For global e-commerce businesses, we offer new markets and an opportunity to integrate with us to access unique and comprehensive delivery services for clients.

For logistic partners, we offer a fast and efficient delivery service of products across borders globally.

Retail Economics

Retail Economics is an independent economics research consultancy focused on the UK consumer and retail industry.

We analyze the complex retail economic landscape and draw out actionable insight for our clients. Leveraging our own proprietary retail data and applying rigorous economic analysis, we transform information into points of action.

Our thought leadership services provide our clients with unparalleled opportunities to grow brand awareness in the consumer sector while helping to inform critical business decisions through deeper insights.

ShipStation

ShipStation: The Shipping Software for Online Fulfilment

We are the world’s most integrated shipping and fulfilment platform, supporting thousands of online sellers across the world in their fulfilment processes. ShipStation provides them with the shipping software needed to create an unparalleled buying and delivery experience with every order, allowing them to scale their business globally, wherever they sell, however they ship. Ugly manual processes that weigh the logistics team down are no longer an inescapable reality. From import orders and management of shipments, to label printing and tracking services, our platform gives online sellers the means to revolutionise their business with advanced shipping functionalities.

Sparck Technologies

At Sparck, we specialize in designing, building, and developing right-size automated packaging solutions for businesses challenged by increasing order volumes, labour shortages, and rising shipping costs. By automating the process of manual packing with high-tech machines, state of the art solutions can reliably produce over 40 million different airtight box sizes for each and every order.

With the ability to tailor-make up to 1,100 packages per hour our automated packaging systems offer high volume throughput combined with unparalleled flexibility that contributes to sustainability initiatives. Sparck Technologies is a vibrant tech company with nearly a century of automation experience. We pride ourselves on being driven by human expertise and a relentless pursuit of automation advancements.

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what3words

A what3words address is a unique combination of three random words that identifies a specific 3 meter square. It’s an easy way to find, share and navigate to precise locations. what3words gives customers an easy way to communicate specific delivery locations so businesses can offer faster, more accurate, efficient and highly reliable deliveries – anywhere in the world.

Media Partners

CEP-Research

CEP-Research is the industry web portal for the Courier, Express and Postal industry, providing daily News, Analysis & Market Research.

It operates a globally-focused online information and intelligence platform for the worldwide Courier, Express and Postal industry, and provides a range of other products and services.

Customers include all the leading Express, Parcel and Postal operators worldwide, as well as industry suppliers, stakeholders, governmental and regulatory authorities, financial services providers, management consultants as well as other companies and organisations.

Delivery X

DeliveryX is the trade title for professionals who support multichannel retail. Experts in supply chain, operations, logistics, warehousing, customer support and related services are the focus of our coverage, research and insight – in short, how can we together ‘fulfil the multichannel promise’.

IMRG

Dedicated to the growth of ecommerce, IMRG aims to connect the industry through unique and commercially valuable market data. We provide our members with industry insight and best practice, as well as high quality networking and relationship building opportunities.

Parcel & Postal Technology International

Parcel and Postal Technology International is the world’s leading magazine in the postal technology sector, distributed to 22,000 key decision makers across 135+ countries. The publication covers all the latest developments, trends and challenges in the industry, including new investments in sorting hubs, delivery vehicles and digital platforms. The publication also covers new revenue-generation solutions and future growth opportunities for the industry.

Retail Technology Innovation Hub

Retail Technology Innovation Hub is a leading publication for the global omnichannel retail technology community.

It was launched in 2017 with the belief that there was a gap in the market for a source of independent retail technology news, analysis and research, written by people with a genuine passion for this fast moving sector.

RTIH goes beyond the press releases and marketing hype, talks to retailers, tech suppliers, trade associations, analysts and consultants and tackles all the industry topics that matter.

In addition to our website, we also publish a printed magazine, a daily e-newsletter, and organise events such as the hugely popular RTIH Innovation Awards.

For more information, please visit www.RetailTechnologyReview.com

Retail Technology Review

RetailTechnologyReview.com is a feature-rich B2B website dedicated to the products and solutions needs of end users within the retail sector, in-store and in retail supply chain environments.

The site’s content includes everything from Mobile Computing, RFID, Data capture, Printing & Labelling, EPoS systems, Kiosk technology, Surveillance & Security, Digital Signage, Internet Retailing, Retail Supply Chain through to current news, informed opinion articles and key events on the retail calendar. Free subscription to the weekly E-newsletter online.

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