The role of heavy goods vehicle (HGV) drivers is becoming ever more important in London, where every minute on the road counts. In the busy logistics sector, HGVT is a leading name for driver training services all over the United Kingdom. Not only do they provide comprehensive training, but HGVT, under the leadership of Gary Benardout, has built a unique niche in the logistics industry by actively advocating the vital role that drivers play in supporting the UK’s economy. Withthis strategic positioning HGV drivers are elevated higher in terms of importance and recognition for their role in keeping the flow of goods and services working throughout the country.
HGVT recently spoke about the nuances, and oftentimes under appreciated complexity of the logistics industry. “The drivers are the lifeline of urban and rural connectivity,” explains Benardout. “Without lorry drivers, those supply chains we take for granted would break down.” This is especially true of Class 1 HGV drivers who are arguably responsible for some of the biggest and most challenging vehicles on the roads.
One of HGVT’s many success stories is Class 1 HGV driver Michael Thompson, who is dedicated to his work and lives in London. “Every day feels like I am carrying those tight urban spaces and schedules around me as I navigate the streets, all in the name of delivering goods without incident. It is a new challenge every day, and that is what makes this job exciting,” says Thompson.
More companies are recognising the criticality of reliable logistics services and as such the demand for such skilled drivers as Michael increases. Class 1 HGV drivers are in special demand because they can drive bigger vehicles. However, the comprehensive training received by these drivers from institutions such as HGVT not only makes them better transport drivers but, also reliable persons on the roads.
Moreover, the logistics sector is changing, enabled by technology and new regulatory frameworks. In order to stay abreast of the latest, HGVT is regularly updating their training programmes to the latest standards, so that the drivers can be prepared for what the future is to be. “We embody an ethos of adapting to change. Our training methods evolve along with the industry,” says Benardout. This highlights organisation’s core philosophy or culture that resonates not just with lorry-drivers but also with businesses across the transport industry in the United Kingdom.
HGV drivers and in particular those with a Class 1 license are essential to supporting the UK supply chain. HGVT does not merely offer the training and support to these drivers, it also signifies how important this job is. With logistics remaining a cornerstone of the economy, the reliance on skilled, well-trained HGV drivers is only going to grow. Every Class 1 HGV holder is not just a driver, but a key player in the UK commerce that moves Britain.
