A leading figure in the international freight forwarding industry has taken over the reins at Peterson Freight Management.
Gordon Matson will now lead both LS Customs and Peterson Freight Management for Peterson Energy Logistics.
Gordon joined Peterson in 2022. In that time, his customer-connected focus has led to significant growth in contracts and service offering at LS Customs which has doubled its headcount.
Andrew Ellis, commercial director at Peterson Energy Logistics, said: “Peterson Freight Management and LS Customs not only share a location, but an ethos. Their innovative approaches, which are underpinned by strong and trusted customer relationships, meant that Gordon was a natural choice to lead both businesses.”
Gordon worked as national oil and gas manager at Keuhne & Nagel for more than 15 years. His focus as managing director of both businesses will be strategic customer engagement, business development, developing and delivering external training, and internal business management.
He said: “Peterson Freight Management is a fantastic business which is well-respected and connected in the industry. The team is there for our customers, intrinsically understanding their needs and delivering market-leading solutions.
“For me, this role is the best of both worlds. I am returning to international freight forwarding which has played a huge part in my career while also continuing to lead an experienced and expert customs team during a critical period for the industry.
“There are great synergies between the two business units which we will develop while retaining their individuality.”
Gordon is supported by a strong management team of Martin Scott, operations manager, and Chris Carter, warehouse and transport manager, for Peterson Freight Management and Jane Waldie, customs hub manager, for LS Customs.
Peterson Freight Management has managed international transport solutions within the UK and overseas, ensuring all requirements in terms of documentation are addressed for more than 10 years. LS Customs provides training, advisory services, and audits to ensure companies are adhering to HMRC regulations.