Our End of Year Business Review 2026

Colleagues from across Howard Tenens came together on Thursday 5th November for our 2026 End of Year Business Review and annual awards.

The event gave us the opportunity to take stock of the past year, discuss where the business is heading and recognise the people, teams and projects that have made a real difference.

This year we delved into our mission, values and pillars and how these through different departments and with our customers, colleagues and partners.

 

Reviewing the year and looking ahead

The day began with welcomes from Ben, Hannah and Jamie, followed by updates from across our logistics, property and finance divisions.

Members of our leadership team, including Jason Moscrop, Simon Emms and Carl Waterer, spoke about business performance, the opportunities ahead and the practical steps we are taking to support future growth.

The sessions covered some of the areas shaping our business and the wider logistics industry, including operational excellence, digital transformation, people development and the effective use of our property, fleet and infrastructure.

As a business with a long history in logistics, we understand that lasting progress comes from investing in our operations while continuing to adapt to the changing needs of our customers.

Bringing colleagues together

The day was facilitated by Mike Hurst from AhaMo, who led a number of exercises designed to encourage conversation and help colleagues build connections across the business.

One of these was artefact speed dating, which gave everyone the opportunity to speak about an object they had brought with them and explain why it held personal significance.

The exercise sparked conversations between colleagues who may not usually work together, helping people learn more about one another beyond their day-to-day roles.

Insights from sport and adventure

We were joined by Olympic gold medallist and former Team GB hockey captain Hollie Pearne-Webb, who shared an honest account of her sporting career and the lessons she has learned about leadership, teamwork and creating a strong culture.

Adventurer and sailor Peter Goss also spoke about his experiences in competitive sailing and exploration, including how shared values and trust help teams perform when conditions are at their most challenging.

Both sessions offered plenty for our teams to take back into their own roles.

The people behind our business

One of the most personal parts of the day was our Winning Spirit session.

Colleagues Lizzie Windus, George Nicolau, Courtney Green, Dave Johnson and Richard Parkes each brought along an object with personal significance and shared the story behind it. Their experiences reflected resilience, development and many of the values that shape Howard Tenens.

The session also included a reflection from Paul Spencer as he prepares to retire after more than 40 years with the business. It was a fitting opportunity to recognise his contribution and the changes he has seen during his career with Howard Tenens.

Throughout the day, colleagues also took part in group discussions, question-and-answer sessions and activities designed to help teams from different parts of the business get to know one another and share ideas.

Recognising outstanding contributions

Our annual awards ceremony took place during the evening, celebrating colleagues and teams who have gone above and beyond during the year.

Manager of the Year – Rebecca Edwards

Rebecca was recognised for her dedication, resilience and willingness to take on challenging assignments. Having worked across several Howard Tenens sites, she has made a positive impact wherever she has been based, helping teams navigate change and deliver strong results.

 

Driver of the Year – Andy Way

Andy has given 20 years of outstanding service to Howard Tenens. He began by driving a 7.5-tonne vehicle before gaining his Class 1 licence with us and progressing to operate one of our specialist trailers.

He is also a valued member of our Truck Show team, representing Howard Tenens at events across the country.

 

Warehouse Operative of the Year – Michael Young

Michael was recognised for the support he provides at Ashby and across the wider business. From stocktakes and peak periods to inbound operations, retail picking and equipment operation, he is always willing to step in where he is needed.

He has also shared his experience with our Swindon team, helping colleagues solve problems and work more effectively.

 

Central Support Excellence Award – Ricki Cowle

Ricki plays an important role in supporting our tenants and connecting teams across our property and logistics operations.

During the year, he contributed to several major projects, including the Groundwell repair programme, works at our Swindon site and the rollout of updated signage across the business.

 

Contract of the Year – EV Depot Charging Scheme

Our EV Depot Charging Scheme was recognised as a landmark project for Howard Tenens.

After securing grant funding, the team delivered 1.2MW of rapid and overnight charging infrastructure across five of our sites.

The result is a depot-based charging network with the reach to support electric vehicle operations across much of England and Wales. It provides an important foundation for the continued decarbonisation of our fleet and was delivered through close collaboration between our facilities teams and project partners.

 

Health and Safety Achievement Award – Lutterworth

Our Lutterworth team was recognised for maintaining high safety standards and encouraging colleagues to take an active role in workplace safety.

The site has achieved ISO 45001 accreditation for two consecutive years since Howard Tenens took control of the operation in 2024, demonstrating the team’s consistent approach.

 

Depot of the Year – Andover

Andover was named Depot of the Year following a period of significant change.

The team continued to deliver a strong operation while remaining focused on its customer, supporting one another and finding ways to improve. Their performance is a clear example of what can be achieved when people take ownership and work together.

 

Living Our Values Award – Patsy Mason

Patsy was recognised for the leadership and support she has provided across Sunbury and South Ockendon.

During a particularly demanding period, she supported the Sunbury operation while continuing to oversee her home site. Her calm and visible approach helped maintain engagement, stability and customer service across both locations.

 

Living Our Values runners-up – Gary Fenwick and Matt Horan

Gary was recognised for sharing his knowledge and supporting colleagues across several contracts. His calm approach during busy periods and his willingness to help others have made him a highly valued member of the Swindon team.

Matt was recognised for bringing together operational, commercial, finance, IT and customer teams to solve complex transport challenges. His work on routing and scheduling has helped reduce operating costs, protect service levels and strengthen customer relationships.

 

Continuing to deliver mutual value

The End of Year Business Review gave us time to celebrate the progress made across Howard Tenens, but it also kept the focus firmly on what comes next.

The logistics industry continues to change, and our customers need partners who can combine dependable day-to-day operations with new ideas, technology and long-term investment.

That is where our experience, our people and our connected network of operations continue to make the difference.