Oakland International Ltd

20/11/2025

SDG 3: Good Health & Well-Being - The third SDG focuses on ensuring good health and well-being for all.

At Oakland International, we do this both in our communities and within our team.

Our chosen national charity, Molly Ollys, supports children with life-threatening illnesses, granting wishes and providing emotional support for families. In 2024 we took part in the annual Molly Ollys bike ride which raised £31,939 – enough to fund 65 wishes.

We also know how important mental health is. In 2025 ten of our employees received a two-day training course by St John’s Ambulance to recognise the signs and symptoms of common workplace mental health troubles, becoming recognised Mental Health First Aiders.

We believe that looking after people – both inside and out – is the foundation of a healthier, happier world.

Proud partner Sustainable Development Goals

18/11/2025

SDG 2: Zero Hunger - The second SDG focuses on ending hunger, achieving food security, improving nutrition, and promoting sustainable agriculture.

As a food storage and distribution company, food is at the heart of what we do, and we are committed to ensuring it never goes to waste.

We work with 14 food surplus charities, and have helped distribute over 30 million meals across the UK.

At our Redditch HQ, we’ve provided rent-free storage space for Redditch Food Bank since 2013, supporting local families in need.

Our new vegetable repurposing facility gives surplus and ‘wonky’ produce a second life, cleaning, peeling, chopping and freezing it for redistribution.

Through our Distress Load Management service, we help customers recover up to 85% of food loads that might otherwise be wasted.

At Oakland International, we believe in donating all good food for those who need it, because it’s good for people and for the planet.

Proud partner of Sustainable Development Goals.

18/11/2025

A delicious update from our fundraising team:

"Yesterday's bake sale, lovingly organised by Amy, Elinor, and Tia, was a huge hit and raised an impressive £212 towards our fundraising target!

Their incredible effort, and even more incredible cakes, brought smiles and generosity in equal measure.

A massive thank you to these three amazing ladies for their time, talent, and tasty treats. Your support is helping us make a real difference.

Stay tuned for more Movember events coming soon and let’s keep the momentum going!"
Movember UK

14/11/2025

SDG 1: No Poverty - The first Sustainable Development Goal calls for an end to poverty in all its forms, everywhere.

At Oakland International, we’re proud to contribute to this goal through our charity, Oakland Foundation, which supports disadvantaged children and their families by improving access to education, sports, health, and nutrition.

In 2024, approved grants positively impacted 4,466 children and young adults.

We’re especially honoured to work with Ipsley C of E Middle School in Redditch, where our Oakland Programme introduced 12 students to the world of business - helping to break cycles of poverty and create opportunities for the future.

We remain committed to improving our local communities and creating brighter futures for all, and we’re proud to be a partner of Sustainable Development Goals.

14/11/2025

Movember Team Update: Dear All,

We’re thrilled to share an exciting update on our Movember fundraising journey!

Thanks to your incredible support and effort, we’ve raised £1,162 so far by collectively cycling, rowing, walking, and running an impressive 313 kilometres. Every step and pedal has brought us closer to making a real difference for men’s health.

But we’re not done yet…
🎂 Charity Bake Sale – Monday 17th November at 11am
Join us in the canteen for a delicious spread of homemade treats. All proceeds will go directly to our Movember campaign, so bring your appetite and your generosity!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has already donated, participated, or cheered us on. Your contributions are making a meaningful impact.

If you would like to donate or simply want to see our Moustache growing progress, please visit our Movember web page here https://uk.movember.com/team/2488587

Let’s keep the momentum going and finish Movember strong!

With gratitude, Steve, Clive, Richard, Wojtek, Alex, Tia, Harsh, Ivan, Patrick and Amy.

13/11/2025

We're working hard to meet the UK’s growing demand for skilled lorry drivers with innovative solutions that futureproof the profession - making careers in logistics more accessible, rewarding, and ready for tomorrow.

https://oakland-international.com/2025/11/13/oakland-international-futureproofing-uk-logistics-careers/

13/11/2025

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Sustainability has always been part of our journey at Oakland International Limited | B Corp Certified. For us, it means creating a positive impact for our people, our community, and our environment.

That’s why we’re partnering with Sustainable Development Goals to align our actions with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These 17 goals cover people, planet, and prosperity - giving us a clear framework to make real progress and contribute to something bigger.

From cutting emissions and reducing waste to building awareness across our team and strengthening our supply chain, we’re focused on practical, measurable change.

We’re excited to share how Oakland International contributes to each SDG - follow our journey and join the conversation!

10/11/2025

The Oakland team are learning about the power of B Corp as the movement celebrates its 10th anniversary.
https://oakland-international.com/2025/11/10/take-10-oakland-international-marks-b-corp-movement-10th-anniversary/

Staff have been learning about the power of B Corp and how it benefits their company as the movement celebrates its’ 10th anniversary. Oakland has itself been a very proud ‘B Corpian’ for almost three years having been awarded certification in 2022 and today’s Take 10 celebration was an oppo...

10/11/2025

Oakland staff enjoyed getting their teeth into all sorts of wraps, toasties, butties and baguettes as the company played its’ part in .

Whether your favourite is a cheese and ham toastie, pastrami on rye or a chicken sub with all the toppings – the humble sandwich is still considered to be the best lunch option by many around the world. Oakland staff enjoyed getting their teeth into all sorts of wraps, toasties, butties and baguet...

30/10/2025

A pop-up book shop has been established by staff at Oakland International encouraging avid readers to pass on their recent reads - all in the name of charity.
Staff in the canteen at the Beoley-based company came up with the concept of a book stall to boost the coffers of Oakland's chosen charity, Molly Olly Wishes. The Stratford-Upon-Avon based charity supports children with life-threatening illnesses by providing emotional and practical support as well as granting dreams come true.
The idea has already been hailed a huge success with staff donating previously read books which other staff can then purchase simply by donating in the charity's pink collecting bucket.
Executive Assistant to the directors at Oakland, Lisa Smith said: "The idea came from kind-hearted employees in the staff canteen, and we all agreed it was a lovely idea.
"Everyone has books at home that they have read and no longer need, and we have had a lot of fun comparing notes on who reads what - you can tell a lot about someone from their taste in fiction and non-fiction!”
She said recycling books also ticked a box with the company's sustainability goals meaning books would be reused over and over rather than ending up in landfill.
"We hope if we can keep the book shop going until the end of the year that we can make a reasonable donation to the charity which is close to all our hearts!”

Oakland International employees Lisa Smith and Haroon Mahmood enjoy leafing through the book donations at the company's latest charity initiative.
https://oakland-international.com/2025/10/30/employees-enjoy-donated-books-for-charity-drive/

28/10/2025

Grateful to UKWA for a Memorable Afternoon at the House of Lords.
Earlier this month, Oakland International was delighted to be invited to the annual UKWA lunch at the House of Lords on 14th October. Representing us was our colleague Martyn Chapman, who shared:
“This was a fantastic event with amazing people from all across our industry. To have the opportunity to meet and exchange our experiences is so valuable at a time when this sector is under enormous pressure. It was particularly pleasing to share this experience with our friends at both Menzies and Moran Logistics.
The UKWA do a fantastic job in advocating for our industry and I was proud to represent Oakland International at this event.”
A huge thank you to UKWA for hosting such an inspiring gathering and for their continued support of the logistics and warehousing sector.