Pall-Ex, the leading palletised freight distribution network near Coalville, has announced a key new appointment to help further expand the business's global presence.

Ellie Harman has been named International Quality and Compliance Manager, the latest milestone in a journey which saw Ellie join the Pall-Team as an apprentice in 2018.

Working out of Pall-Ex's Ellistown HQ, Ellie will be predominately working with Pall-Ex UK's shareholder members and their customers. Ellie will also provide training and support on the network's cross-border services, ensuring compliance with international export regulations and custom clearance across Europe.

Ellie said: "I look forward to educating our members and engaging with our partners about the strengths and capabilities of our international service.

"Since Brexit, there has been some uncertainty around sending freight to Europe, my role is to provide clarity and guidance to help strengthen confidence amongst our members and their customers.

"Pall-Ex Group has invested heavily in its IT infrastructure and international service offering, both here in the UK and across the continent, providing added benefits for not only our UK customers but customers internationally.

"With new advancements in cross-border visibility, global track and trace and the launch of new European networks such as Pall-Ex Ireland, we are uniquely positioned to provide a leading service across Europe."

Sue Buchanan, International Director for Pall-Ex, added: "I'm delighted to have Ellie on board. As the International Quality and Compliance Manager, she will help educate our members on cross-border regulations and ensure compliance with the post-Brexit regulations.

"We want our entire membership to have the confidence to introduce international services to their customer-base and seek additional cross-border volume. This will enable SMEs around the UK to reach new markets and become established international exporters."

Pall-Ex Group's European network provides dedicated distribution to over 30 European countries, with domestic partner networks in France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Romania, and Ireland.