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In an industry where safety, performance, and precision are essential, risk is typically seen through an operational or safety lens. But at Schenk, we take a broader, more strategic perspective. For us, risk management isn’t only about preventing incidents — it’s about enabling progress.
By approaching strategic risk as something to be understood and harnessed, not merely avoided, Schenk creates opportunities for innovation, growth, and long-term resilience.
“If you don’t take risks, you miss opportunities,” says Roger Parr, Head of Gas, Powders and Waste at Schenk UK. “It’s not just about avoiding risks, but about managing them strategically. That’s what really makes the difference.”
Risk as a Driver of Progress
Many logistics providers regard risk as a limitation, something that causes hesitation or results in missed opportunities. At Schenk, we take a different view. When managed wisely, risk becomes a lever for better decision-making and stronger, more meaningful customer relationships. That philosophy is embedded in the way we operate. Whether it’s evaluating alternative fuels, investing in new safety systems, or entering new markets, Schenk looks beyond surface-level challenges to ask: what becomes possible if we manage this well?
This mindset enables us to stay agile, ensure consistent delivery, and support our customers as they respond to evolving demands, all while maintaining reliability and compliance.
Turning Risk Into Opportunity
Strategic risk management isn’t merely a concept. It’s evident in our day-to-day operations. For instance, Schenk took the initiative to trial HVO fuel with key customers well before it became a regulatory requirement. We didn’t wait to be prompted; we identified a potential future risk and turned it into an opportunity to lead.
By managing the operational, commercial, and environmental variables internally, we were able to provide a sustainable solution with confidence, enabling our customers to progress without exposing themselves to unknown risks.
Built-In Resilience Through Clear Communication
Effective risk management begins with clear communication. From planning teams and drivers to leadership and the workshop floor, every part of the organisation must work in alignment.
“When people understand the direction, their role, and what’s at stake, they are able to make smarter decisions in real time,” Roger explains. “That internal transparency is what builds resilience, and it’s what enables us to manage complex challenges calmly and consistently. It also reinforces our culture of accountability: everyone has a part to play in identifying, managing, and learning from risk.”
Supporting Customers in a Changing World
Today’s logistics landscape is shaped by constant change, from evolving regulations to tighter ESG requirements and mounting pressure to decarbonise. In this environment, Schenk views risk management not merely as an operational necessity, but as a strategic service we provide to our customers.
We proactively initiate conversations around sustainability, fuel choices, and reporting even when such discussions are still in their early stages. Our aim is to equip our partners for what lies ahead, rather than simply helping them react once change is already underway.
By managing risk on behalf of our clients in operational, commercial, and environmental dimensions, we enable them to move forward with confidence rather than caution.
A Foundation for Long-Term Success
Risk will always be inherent in logistics, but how it’s managed determines the outcome. At Schenk, we believe that proactive, transparent, and strategic risk management fosters trust and underpins long-term success.
“The companies that thrive are those that understand their risks and manage them wisely,” Roger reflects. “That’s how we stay ahead, and how we help our customers do the same.”
And at the heart of that success is partnership. Schenk recognises the importance of a balanced approach to sharing commercial risk, one that strengthens relationships and builds mutual confidence. By aligning our interests with those of our customers, we create the conditions for sustainable growth, resilience, and shared success.
