Pall-Ex Group strengthens senior team with new Commercial Director

Pall-Ex Group, a leader in palletised freight distribution, has appointed Claire Screen as its new Commercial Director. This appointment will enable the company to continue driving its ambitious growth plans throughout 2026 and beyond.

An experienced Commercial leader, with more than 25 years of experience across transport, supply chain and the port sector.  Claire brings extensive experience in executing national and international commercial strategies, providing a fresh perspective to support Pall-Ex's growth.  A strong leader with a focus on quality and service excellence, building long-term mutually beneficial relationships and getting results. 

Claire’s appointment is one of many updates within Pall-Ex’s award-winning commercial team. Louise Andrews has been promoted to Business Development Director, with Jonathan Weir moving to the newly created role of National Business Development Manager, focusing on the network’s corporate accounts.

Headed up by National Sales Manager, Gareth Fenton, a team of seven regional commercial managers (RCM’s) that are deployed around the country helping Pall-Ex’s shareholder members sell their entire range of services. This newly invigorated team supports the network’s commercial growth strategy as the business prepares to move to a purpose-built, state-of-the-art flagship hub in 2026.

On her appointment, Claire commented: “It is exciting to be joining Pall-Ex at such a pivotal time in its growth journey. It is already a company recognised for its successful network, innovation, and exceptional standards that are visible across the business every day. I look forward to working with the team and our shareholder members to continue driving growth and value for our customers, exploring new avenues in the industry and launching new initiatives where any gaps in the market may exist.”

Michelle Naylor, Managing Director of UK Networks, added: “We are delighted to welcome Claire to the senior leadership team. She brings a wealth of end-to-end supply chain knowledge, and her proven expertise across the sector will play a key role in Pall-Ex’s future growth. Her career has seen her work across the UK, Europe, and the Far East, which brings a unique perspective to Pall-Ex.”

Claire’s appointment marks another milestone in Pall-Ex’s commitment to investing in talent and strengthening its position as an industry leader. With a refreshed commercial team and exciting plans on the horizon, Pall-Ex is poised to deliver even greater value to its stakeholders as it enters a new era of growth and innovation.