Category: Metro

Metro has evolved continuously over the last four decades and Dave’s journey with us over the last two and a half, mirrors many of Metro’s evolutions, developments and innovations. Dave’s professional life began on the carrier side, with a container shipping line in Liverpool and Birming... Read more

We often talk about the need for resilient, agile and flexible supply chains. And while our leading-edge technology creates the environment to support those aspirations, it is colleagues like Linzi that make things happen. Linzi’s wide-ranging skills and capabilities have been honed over a d... Read more

The coronavirus is having a hugely disruptive impact globally, affecting businesses and their supply chains. Key to supporting Metro customers during this uncertain period is the communication and information delivered by our Customer Relationship Manager, Chris Carlile. Chris recently celebra... Read more

The paper money we carry in our wallets and purses has no intrinsic worth. Money fulfils its function, when we have confidence that it will retain its value over time. In the service sector, the products sold are intangible, relying on people to create confidence and deliver value. Emma Hulbert a... Read more

With the UK and continental Europe’s demand for critical medical supplies and equipment to combat COVID-19 likely to persist well into the second half of the year, efficient air freight solutions have never been more vital. Andy Brooks leads Metro’s air and PPE task team. Andy has been wit... Read more

Metro’s Outsourcing solutions include a total documentation service that embraces commercial, compliance and financial requirements. Managing the Business Process & Outsource (BPO) functions, Julie Dale works with teams in the UK, India and Malaysia, to meet the evolving needs of internal a... Read more

Technology is one of Metro’s four key service pillars - together with forwarding, supply chain and outsourcing - and a unique selling point for the business. As Technical Solutions Director, Simon George is in a critical role, leading the businesses technology strategy and driving the team that... Read more

Personal and professional development starts at induction and continues through your Metro career, to help you reach your potential. Two young professionals, from our Export and Automotive teams, visited a local Amazon fulfilment centre last week, to learn about the processes and systems behin... Read more

The freight sector supports over 2.5 million jobs and contributes £124 billion to the economy, which is why the government is seeking guidance on its future strategy. The freight sector supports over 2.5 million jobs and contributes £124 billion to the economy. With the weight of goods trans... Read more

At Metro we are passionate believers in our team and the power of teamwork, which is why we encourage activities that enhance and improve teamwork, especially when that activity has its own positive result. Taskmaster is a TV comedy panel game show that was created at the Edinburgh Festival Fr... Read more

The Lloyds Loading List Global Freight Awards ceremony was held last night at London’s Lancaster Gate Hotel, with Metro celebrating a win and a highly commended runners-up. Providing maritime intelligence for over 150 years, The Lloyds Loading List is the only source of weekly news and expor... Read more

From their very first day with Metro, the opportunity for personal development and learning is a critical commitment to all our team members. Starting with induction, continuous personal development through education and experience is part of every colleague's Metro journey. Formal educatio... Read more