Business
Business
Chrissy is a founder, owner and director of Atlantic Pacific Group Ltd which includes, Atlantic Pacific Global Logistics in the UK, Ireland & USA. Port Express, Killick Martin & Company and Freedom Logistics.
The group companies employ over 250 staff, with each company specialising in a different field that comes together to provide a complete range of national and international logistics services, including ocean freight, air freight, road freight, rail freight, container transport, warehousing and supply chain services.
Kings Award For Enterprise
Atlantic Pacific received the much coveted King’s Award For Enterprise in the International Trade 2024, widely considered to be the most prestigious award available to UK businesses. Christine attended the reception at Windsor Castle, which was hosted by His Majesty The King.
Enterprise Vision Awards
Christine Nichols was awarded with the Outstanding Achievement Award at the 2024 Enterprise Vision Awards (EVA’S). Her achievements, both personally and in business, were recognised by the judges and deemed to be worthy of a special award.
HOUSE OF LORDS 2026
EVA’s Westminster Reception
On 21 May, Christine Nichols was honoured to be a guest speaker and panel lead at a special event held in the House of Lords, bringing together over 120 women in business from across the UK. The event was organised by Coral Horn, founder of the Enterprise Vision Awards (EVAs), alongside Baroness Valentine and was proudly sponsored by Atlantic Pacific Group. The gathering created an inspiring platform for women to connect, share experiences and discuss the challenges and opportunities facing female entrepreneurs and leaders today.
The event also featured keynote speaker Theo Paphitis, owner of the Theo Paphitis Retail Group, including household names such as Ryman and Robert Dyas. Christine and Theo shared stories and memories linked to football and community, including reflections on the days when Unity in Community Ambassador Tony Cottee played for Millwall during Theo’s ownership of the club.
Beyond the discussions and networking, the event highlighted the importance of opening doors and creating opportunities for the next generation, with many aspiring women in business travelling from Northern cities to London to be part of the day. It was a powerful reminder that encouragement, visibility and collaboration remain essential in helping future female leaders thrive. The day reflected Christine’s ongoing passion for supporting women in business and ensuring that success is not only measured by growth, but by creating opportunities and leaving a positive legacy for others to follow.
FEBE 100
2023 Awards
Atlantic Pacific Group has been listed by FEBE (For Entrepreneurs By Entrepreneurs) www.febe.com as 21st in their 2023 awards ranking as one of the top 100 fastest growing founder lead companies in the UK with turnovers between £3 Million and £200 Million pa.
Fast Growth 50
2024 Awards
Atlantic Pacific Group makes a top 10 entrance into the first ever list of the fifty fastest growing companies in the Midlands and the East of England by the UK Fast Growth 50 Index in 2024.
From Birmingham to Cambridge and from Shropshire to Essex, the inaugural Fast Growth 50 list for the Midlands and the East of England collectively generated £3.2 billion in turnover in 2022, employing 5,267 individuals. Between 2020 and 2022, these companies achieved an additional £2.1 billion in turnover, at an average growth rate of 202 percent. These firms not only achieved financial success but also created 2,186 new jobs in just two years, reflecting a 70 percent workforce expansion as the region’s economy recovered from the Covid pandemic.
BIFA
Young Forwarder’s Network (YFN)
YFN
Christine is delighted to work closely with the British International Freight Association’s (BIFA’s) Young Forwarders Network (YFN).
Christine has been guest speaker, sharing experiences gained from almost 50 years in the industry, and will be attending Multimodal 2024 with BIFA and the YFN in Birmingham during June 2024.
The YFN enables participants to enhance their career by providing opportunities to support their professional development through exclusive events, boosting knowledge, sharing skills, advice, and experiences from industry professionals, and providing visits to places of industry interest.
CPN Conference 2025
Christine Nichols hosted the the 27th Cargo Partners Network (CPN) Conference on behalf of Atlantic Pacific Global Logistics in May 2025.
The event was a resounding success as the company welcomed CPN partners from around the world to London as part of its 20th year as network members. The event was a week of hard work, fun, and catching up with many old friends.
Chrsitine continues to play a prominent part in the global network which represents forwarding agents and logistics providers around the world.
FNC Network Conference
Christine Nichols delivering the welcome address at the Freight Network Corporation (FNC) Network Conference at the Grand Connaught Rooms, London.
Speaking to over 400 international freight and logistics leaders, Christine welcomed delegates from across the global supply-chain community and highlighted the importance of collaboration, leadership and industry partnership.
Professional
Memberships
Ambassador For Everywoman
Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Logistics
Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts
