--- title: Talent in Motion --- [Skip to content](https://engine.acre.com/talent-in-motion#main-content) [![Acre Resources Logo](https://engine.acre.com/hubfs/2025-Oct/acre-w.svg) ![Acre Resources Logo](https://engine.acre.com/hubfs/2025-Oct/acre.svg)](https://engine.acre.com/../?hsLang=en) ☰ - Find Talent - Our Sectors - [Clean Technology](https://www.acre.com/sector/clean-technology) - [Financial Services](https://www.acre.com/sector/financial-services) - [Consumer Markets](https://www.acre.com/sector/consumer-markets) - [Professional Services](https://www.acre.com/sector/professional-services) - [Natural Resources](https://www.acre.com/sector/natural-resources) - [Energy & Infrastructure](https://www.acre.com/sector/energy-and-infrastructure) - [Industrials & Manufacturing](https://www.acre.com/sector/industrials-and-manufacturing) - [Public & Non Profit](https://www.acre.com/sector/public-and-non-profit) - Our Capabilities - [Professional Recruitment](https://www.acre.com/professional-recruitment) - [Executive Search](https://www.acre.com/executive-search) - [Contract & Interim](https://www.acre.com/interim-and-contract) - [Advisory Services](https://www.acre.com/advisory-services) - Find A Role - Acre Job Board - [All Open Roles](https://www.acre.com/jobs) - [C-Suite, Board & Leadership](https://www.acre.com/jobs#/c-suite-board-leadership) - [Sustainability & ESG](https://www.acre.com/jobs#/sustainability-esg) - [Energy, Climate & Carbon](https://www.acre.com/jobs#/climate-carbon) - [Nature & Biodiversity](https://www.acre.com/jobs#/nature-biodiversity) - [Sustainable Finance](https://www.acre.com/jobs#/sustainable-finance) - [Procurement & Supply Chain](https://www.acre.com/jobs#/procurement-supply-chain) - [Core Business Functions](https://www.acre.com/jobs#/business-operations) - Our Sectors - [Clean Technology](https://www.acre.com/sector/clean-technology) - [Financial Services](https://www.acre.com/sector/financial-services) - [Consumer Markets](https://www.acre.com/sector/consumer-markets) - [Professional Services](https://www.acre.com/sector/professional-services) - [Natural Resources](https://www.acre.com/sector/natural-resources) - [Energy & Infrastructure](https://www.acre.com/sector/energy-and-infrastructure) - [Industrials & Manufacturing](https://www.acre.com/sector/industrials-and-manufacturing) - [Public & Non Profit](https://www.acre.com/sector/public-and-non-profit) - Explore Acre - Expertise & Insight - [Our Events](https://www.acre.com/events) - [Case Studies](https://www.acre.com/blog?type=case%20study) - [Articles](https://www.acre.com/blog?type=thought%20leadership) - [Resources](https://www.acre.com/blog?type=resources) - [News](https://www.acre.com/blog?type=news) - Our Story - [Our Purpose](https://www.acre.com/our-purpose) - [Our People](https://www.acre.com/team) - [Our Impact](https://www.acre.com/our-impact) - [Join Acre](https://www.acre.com/jobs) - Contact - [Get In Touch](https://www.acre.com/contact-us) - [Our Offices](https://www.acre.com/contact-us) - [Connect with our Team](https://www.acre.com/contact-us) FREE REPORT # Talent in Motion Uncovering trends in Sustainability, Growth, and Leadership in the UK & EU Transport and Logistics Sector  Discover where sustainability in transport and logistics is heading. Drawing on insights from over 50 senior leaders across the UK and EU, this report highlights the latest hiring trends, in-demand skills, and the companies setting the pace. Whether you’re building capability, planning growth, or leading change, this is essential reading for anyone driving sustainability within transportation and logistics. ![TiM Mockup](https://engine.acre.com/hubfs/TiM%20Mockup.png) ![B](https://engine.acre.com/hubfs/2025-Oct/B.svg) ### Download your free copy Access our free report instantly by filling out the form below. ![Asset 339](https://engine.acre.com/hubfs/Asset%20339.png) #### Hiring Momentum Explore how sustainability hiring is accelerating across the UK and EU. The report reveals a clear difference in pace - with EU organisations expanding teams faster, driven by regulatory pressure from CSRD and the EU Taxonomy - whilst UK firms focus on integration, efficiency, and upskilling within existing structures. ![Asset 312](https://engine.acre.com/hubfs/Asset%20312.png) #### Rise of Hybrid Roles Discover how sustainability is moving from standalone teams to integrated business functions. From finance to procurement, hybrid roles are reshaping how sustainability delivers impact - linking environmental goals with commercial performance and operational delivery. ![Asset 322](https://engine.acre.com/hubfs/Asset%20322.png) #### Skills in Demand Uncover which skills are most sought after across transport and logistics. Data, reporting and assurance dominate, but employers are now prioritising those who can interpret data, influence stakeholders, and connect sustainability with tangible business outcomes. ![Asset 367](https://engine.acre.com/hubfs/Asset%20367.png) #### Bridging Skills Gaps The report highlights the toughest roles to fill - from lifecycle assessment experts to sustainable fuels specialists. It also reveals the growing need for professionals who can blend technical knowledge with communication, influence, and ROI-focused thinking. ![Asset 378](https://engine.acre.com/hubfs/Asset%20378.png) #### Leaders Driving Change Learn what sets companies like **Maersk**, **DHL**, **DP World**, and **Kuehne + Nagel** apart. These market leaders are proving sustainability can be commercially credible, embedding it into sales, operations, and long-term strategy rather than treating it as compliance. ![1](https://engine.acre.com/hubfs/2025-Oct/1.svg) #### Future-Focused Direction Gain insight into where the sector is heading next. 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From executive search to interim solutions, we connect ambitious organisations with talent that delivers measurable impact across many different industries and markets. With offices in the UK, Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, Acre's reach is global, yet our expertise is integrated and local. Beyond recruitment, our advisory services and market intelligence help clients build teams fit for the future. ![Screenshot 2025-11-03 at 13.09.23](https://engine.acre.com/hubfs/2025-Oct/Screenshot%202025-11-03%20at%2013.09.23.png) ![Asset 328](https://engine.acre.com/hubfs/Asset%20328.png) #### Impact Recruitment At Acre, we exist to create systemic change for our planet and society. 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