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Metro Shipping

Metro Shipping

Updated October 2023.

About Metro Shipping

Company Overview
Metro is the UK’s leading privately owned logistics provider to leading British and international brands, importing and exporting the raw materials and finished products that feed, clothe, transport and protect consumers around the world. Powered by industry-leading Metro technology we deliver import/export air, ocean and road freight forwarding, supply chain management, logistics and specialised services in retail, manufacturing and chemicals.
Company Size 265 UK-based Employees
(Large)
INDUSTRY Transportation
CONNECT
Metro Shipping Head Office

United Kingdom

Employee Demographics

Tenure
  • <2 years - 51%
  • 2-5 years - 22%
  • 6-10 years - 14%
  • 11-15 years - 4%
  • 16-20 years - 3%
  • Over 20 years - 6%

Company Culture at Metro Shipping

The employee experience below at Metro Shipping, compared to a typical company.

95%

This is a physically safe place to work.

95%

People here are treated fairly regardless of their sexual orientation.

91%

People here are treated fairly regardless of their race.

91%

Our customers would rate the service we deliver as "excellent."

89%

When you join the company, you are made to feel welcome.

Working at Metro Shipping

Our senior team
Open plan workspaces to assist communication and personal development
Metro MD/CEO - Grant Liddell
Collaborative meeting spaces at our HQ
Combining our automotive industry expertise with our shared drive for sustainability and eco-friendly solutions
Metro Summer Party fun

Best Workplaces Lists

Great Place To Work® is proud to recognise Metro Shipping on the following Best Workplaces Lists.

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