A Huntingdon man was crowned as a company's 'rising star' at an annual awards ceremony.

Jamie Sands, group operational support and systems manager at Cambridgeshire-based Welch’s Transport, won the title at business group Logistics UK's event.

The judges said: "Jamie’s impressive dedication, innovation and commitment to excellence in the logistics industry have set them apart.

"Their passion for logistics, embrace of technology, and problem-solving abilities have been instrumental in improving efficiency and performance.

"They have also demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities, inspiring and motivating teams to achieve organisational goals.

"Their nomination is a testament to their exceptional achievements and their potential to shape the future of logistics.  

David Wells OBE, chief executive at Logistics UK, said: “The judges were highly impressed by Jamie’s exceptional leadership qualities, forward thinking and adaptability to industry changes, with varied learnings and successes across numerous logistics areas.

“I am delighted to name Jamie Sands the Rising Star of the Year.”