Rudolph & Hellmann Logistics Solutions Newsletter Spring 202

www.rudolphandhellmann.com Karolina Skaskiewicz A Reflection of What Logistics Can Be Karolina’s journey reflects our “home grown timber” philosophy. Her progression into a Business Management Executive role has come through taking on challenges, building confidence, and learning through experience, supported by strong leadership and culture. Her story shows that logistics rewards ambition, and there is no single path into leadership – only the willingness to step forward and develop. She also challenges common misconceptions. Logistics is not just moving goods – it connects people, businesses and communities, solving problems in real time and ensuring everyday life functions as expected. Its impact is everywhere, even if it often goes unseen. Traditionally seen as male- dominated, the industry is evolving. Karolina’s experience highlights the growing role of women in leadership and the value of diverse perspectives. One of her key lessons has been finding her voice – learning that clarity, confidence and kindness can work together to build trust and lead effectively. Her approach reflects the realities of logistics: it is fast-paced and unpredictable. Success comes from staying calm, thinking clearly, trusting teams and adapting quickly – skills essential in complex operational environments. Above all, Karolina’s story is about people. She emphasises listening, learning, and recognising that you do not need to have all the answers to add value. Her advice is simple: be curious, be bold, and embrace the variety. Logistics offers global opportunities, meaningful challenges, and the chance to make a real impact – making it a career where anyone can grow and succeed. When Logistics UK featured Karolina Skaskiewicz in its Women Who Move Logistics series, it reinforced something we strongly believe at Rudolph & Hellmann: logistics is not defined by background or gender, but by attitude, curiosity, and the willingness to grow. Aerospace is defined by precision, compliance, and accountability, where every process must be controlled and traceable. While Rudolph & Hellmann does not yet have direct aerospace experience, we are highly experienced in high-pressure, compliance-driven environments where safety, quality, and continuity are essential. Our heritage includes leading large- scale digital transformation programmes, embedding strong safety cultures, and making sustainability a baseline expectation. These capabilities – combined with disciplined operations and respect for people – are directly transferable to aerospace. We recognise aerospace is unique and approach it with realism and respect. Rather than applying existing models, we adapt proven operational principles to sector-specific requirements. Over the past 18 months, we have invested in learning – engaging with OEMs, attending industry events, and participating in the North West Aerospace Alliance – allowing us to understand challenges before proposing solutions. Our approach is to start small, demonstrate value, and build trust. Backed by two global logistics partners, we bring stability, patience, and long-term commitment, earning our place through disciplined execution, not bold claims. Aligned for Performance Why Rudolph & Hellmann measures success through its customers We believe strongest solutions are built through partnership, not procurement. By working as one team, aligning incentives through shared risk and reward, and focusing on outcomes over activities, we enable better decisions and stronger operational performance. This approach creates conditions for continuous improvement – driving efficiency, resilience, and long-term value. Technology plays a key role, but only when combined with operational insight, disciplined change, and people engagement. Ultimately, our consistent approach – people-focused, technology-enabled, and partnership-driven – ensures that when our customers succeed, so do we. At Rudolph & Hellmann, success is not defined by what we do – but by how well our customers perform as a result. This means we start with each customer’s operation, not a standard solution, building logistics around real pressures, constraints, and goals. Earning Our Place in Aerospace Why Rudolph & Hellmann is ready to support a high-integrity sector. Denzil Allen Head of HSEQT, Rudolph & Hellmann DESIGN DESIGN Processes Applications People Data A N A L Y S E D I S C O V E R I M P L E M E N T A T I O N O P E R A T E Focusedon Adding Value Focusedon Objective Measures Focusedon Processand UserExperience Focusedon Continuous Improvement Focusedon Delivering YourGoals Matt Kingston Business Improvement Manager, Rudolph & Hellmann