The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK is the membership organisation for United Kingdom professionals involved in the movement of goods and people, and their associated supply chains.

[4] The growth of its overseas sections led to a restructuring of the Institute in 1994, under which 10 national councils were established in various parts of the world.

The President is responsible for leading and promoting the policies and interests of the logistics, transport and operations professions in the public arena.

[citation needed] Corporate members include 3PL/hauliers, bus and coach, manufacturers, retailers, suppliers, multi-modal, public authorities, and academic partners.

Organisations can apply to become a recognised[clarification needed] or they can partner existing CILT (UK) training centres.

The Institute supports career advancement through continuing professional development, education, qualifications, networking, mentoring and training.

There are four delivery options available for training and qualifications: The Institute's Knowledge Centre provides members with access to information in all areas of logistics, transport and the supply chain.

The LRN Conference is one of the European forums for the presentation of research results, current practice and new ideas in supply chain management, logistics and transport.

Papers are invited from academics, researchers and practitioners working in the field of logistics, transportation and supply chain management.

Logistics Dissertation of the Year Awards are also presented at the LRN Conference Dinner, The Fellows' lunch takes place annually in December.