Lowe's Transport Manager's and Operator's Handbook 2025 - Tapa blanda

Acerca de los autores

<p><b>Ashley Rimmer</b> is a seasoned transport and operations manager with over 45 years of experience in the logistics industry. He began his career as a driver and has since held various positions, including Transport &amp; Compliance Manager at Transam Trucking Ltd.<br><br><br>Throughout his extensive career, he has developed a deep passion for the logistics sector, which remains as strong today as it was on his first day. His commitment to the industry is further exemplified by his status as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (FCILT) and a Technical Member of IOSH, reflecting his dedication to professional excellence and continuous development.<br><br><br>In addition to his managerial roles, he has contributed to industry knowledge as the editor of <i>Lowe's Transport Manager's and Operator's Handbook 2025</i>, a comprehensive guide offering crucial insights into the transport and haulage industry.<br><br><br>He is also a Freeman of the Worshipful Company of Carmen, an ancient livery company dedicated to the transport and logistics profession, further cementing his standing in the industry. He is based in Norwich, UK.</p>

<p><b>David Lowe</b> was a freelance writer well known in the road transport industry, particularly for his involvement with training for the professional competence examinations. Formerly he was an independent transport consultant and regular contributor to the transport press, and was the author of many transport books, including <i><b>The Transport Manager's and Operator's Handbook</b></i>, <i><b>The Dangerous Goods Safety Manual</b></i>, <i><b>A Guide to the LGV Driving Licence</b>, <b>Driving Test and Theory Test</b></i>, <i>T<b>he European Bus and Coach Handbook</b></i>, <i>T<b>he European Road Freighting Handbook</b></i>, and <i><b>Goods Vehicle Costing and Pricing Handbook</b></i>.<br><br>Mr Lowe's previous experience included:<br><br>Over 50 years' experience in road haulage and own-account transport - at one time as an owner-driver haulier. From British Road Services trainee in 1952 to own-account fleet management in food distribution in 1966.<br><br>Staff writer on <i>Commercial Motor</i> from 1968 specialising in transport legislation, operational and management issues.<br><br>First edition of the highly successful <i>Transport Manager's Handbook</i>, the so-called transport manager's 'bible', published in 1970.<br><br>Freelance writer from 1972, contributing to most UK transport journals and many other publications including the <i>Financial Times</i>, <i>Management Today</i>, <i>Logistics Focus</i> and <i>The Director</i>.</p>