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The logistics industry functions on lean margins – therefore we have no issue with raising pay in the sector as long as the general public understand the cost of this. Prices for distribution – which frankly have been kept below their real value level for years – will go up. And that is inflationary throughout the supply chain. Therefore the sector may have better wages but this is how that translates to the general public: the prices of goods online and in the shops will increase – and that will impact on inflation, the ONLY lever the Bank of England has to control that is interest rates. Therefore, mortgage costs will go up too. Wages may be higher but throughout the rest of society the general public will feel poorer. Who wants that?

We speak to Emma Whitaker, Diamond Logistics’ packaging specialist, about the best packaging for luxury children’s products, and the government’s plastic tax.  

Here’s some top tips for retailers on how to operate a smooth subscription box business from fulfilment experts Diamond Logistics. 

Diamond Logistics is experienced in supporting the providers of children’s toys, books and childrenswear with exceptional delivery solutions.  

Edinburgh-based courier – Blaze Logistics – has joined the Diamond Logistics network to grow its eCommerce fulfilment client base and serve customers in Edinburgh, Livingston, Bathgate, Motherwell and Airdrie. 

Warwick-based courier – 28-82 Logistics – has joined the diamond logistics network to grow its eCommerce client base and serve customers in the Midlands. 

diamondlogistics has been licenced fulfillers of alcohol since 2019.  

If Ministers don’t act now, the driver shortage could lead to food waste and inflation. Kate Lester, CEO and founder of diamond logistics, reflects on this urgent issue, and her bold message for Government. 

diamondlogistics’ despatchlab technology helped retailers mitigate risk during the recent Brexit and French border disruption by opening-up distribution channels for its eCommerce clients. 

The last-minute free trade agreement struck with the EU has been catastrophic for UK businesses and their EU customers. Kate Lester, founder and chief executive of diamondlogistics, offers an honest evaluation of the challenges and some advice on how to guide clients during this difficult phase.