	EDITOR'S PICKS

Keeping control of party time

The summer months have come to an end, and soon the world will turn its attention to the end of year celebrations, as businesses begin organising their festive parties. Here, Tina Chandler from law firm Wright Hassell offers some sober advice to keep the staff party enjoyable for everyone.

One strike and you’re out!

Bridge strikes have always been something to be avoided for obvious reasons. Here Mark Davies from Backhouse Jones explains that the consequences are even more serious than at first appears.

Working hours not key to expats’ improved work-life balance

New research suggests that for many expats, the way in which they spend their downtime has more impact on their work-life balance than the prospect of working shorter hours.

PAIMA conference adds depth
with excellent industry speakers

PAIMA rightly prides itself on its conference. Not because it is sophisticated or high budget, but because it allows its members to get together and spend real quality time with each other in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

IAM in the Windy City

An overview of the IAM (International Association of Movers) conference in Chicago, by Steve Jordan.

FEDESSA holds 21st Annual

European Convention

London’s prestigious Queen Elizabeth II Centre in the heart of Westminster throbbed with life on 1-2 October as more than 800 delegates from around the world gathered for the 21st FEDESSA European Self Storage Convention and Trade Show.

FTA – earning the right to influence people

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) is one of the UK’s largest business organisations, with over 18000 members from the road, air, sea and rail transport sectors. Deputy editor David Jordan travelled to its HQ in Tunbridge Wells to meet the boss.

	THE WHITE & CO MYSTERY MOVER COMPETITION

Nobody spotted Bob Clarke and Cris O’hara from John Mason last month – surely not. Ah well, here’s someone taking a breather out on the golf course. But who is it? If you think you know, you stand a chance at winning a beautiful White and Company Red and Black watch.

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Sterling Lexicon expands business development team

Sterling Lexicon has expanded its sales and business development team with the introduction of Rolanzo Kinniebrew and John Young to the company.

UK drivers still need Driver CPC after Brexit

Even if Britain leaves the EU with ‘no deal’, UK professional drivers will still be required to have a Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC). Training must be completed in the usual way before the appropriate deadline.

Maritime digitalisation takes a step closer

DNV GL, the data management company, has recently opened a new base in Singapore for its Veracity industrial data platform that aims to stimulate closer collaboration in the maritime sector through the sharing of data.

Santa Fe sells its relocation business

On 25th September the Santa Fe group announced that it had sold subsidiary Santa Fe Group Limited, which holds the group's relocation activities, to Santa Fe Intressenter AB, a company controlled by Lazarus Equity Partners with support from Proventus Capital Partners.

DKV appoints Peter Meier as new CFO

DKV Euro Service has appointed Peter Meier as new chief financial officer with effect from 2 January, 2020. He succeeds Dr Werner Grünewald, who will leave the company on 31 December, 2019.

Calling all motorcyclists

If you drive a motorcycle, why not join in the annual Santa Run and make a few children smile this Christmas.

FIDI Global Alliance and LACMA announce collaboration

FIDI Global Alliance (FIDI) and the Latin American and Caribbean International Movers Association (LACMA) have announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the use of the FIDI Professional Cooperation Guidelines (PCGs).

Essential information for hauliers for when the UK leaves the EU

At the time of writing, The Mover has no way of knowing if the UK will leave the EU by the new deadline of 31 January, 2020. However, if it does, and if there is no deal, these are the documents hauliers will need when travelling across The Channel.

Are your employees covered?

Employers should encourage staff to declare their medical history before travelling for business, to avoid potentially costly and complex healthcare issues once abroad, warns Towergate Health & Protection.

Tony Allen: And Finally... Time for cool heads?

Ever get angry? Me neither! I know that I’ve written on the subject of anger before, but seriously; I find that of late I’m getting that old pitch and toss of anger bubbling to the surface much more often than it used to.