Clipper Logistics

Clipper Logistics is a provider of logistics services and solutions, offering retail and e-commerce supply chain solutions.

CCI Score

-19.26

June 19

Latest Event

Investigation Calls Over Political Donations and PPE Contract at Clipper Logistics

Labour MP Rachael Maskell has called for an investigation into Clipper Logistics' awarding of a £130 million Covid-19 PPE transportation deal, following revelations that Clipper boss Steve Parkin donated £700,000 to the Conservative Party between 2016 and 2019, raising concerns of political cronyism and undue executive political engagement.

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Latest Events

JUN

13

2023

Investigation Calls Over Political Donations and PPE Contract at Clipper Logistics
-55.16

Labour MP Rachael Maskell has called for an investigation into Clipper Logistics' awarding of a £130 million Covid-19 PPE transportation deal, following revelations that Clipper boss Steve Parkin donated £700,000 to the Conservative Party between 2016 and 2019, raising concerns of political cronyism and undue executive political engagement.
-70

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

June 18

The revelation that Clipper boss Steve Parkin donated £700,000 to the Conservative Party, preceding a lucrative PPE sub-contract award, indicates problematic political contributions and potential cronyism. This behavior signals support for an establishment that may lean towards authoritarian practices, warranting a significant negative score.

MP calls for Clipper Logistics to be investigated over £130 million Covid-19 PPE deal
-65

Executive Political Engagement

June 18

The involvement of Clipper Logistics' boss in substantial political donations illustrates executive political engagement that may undermine fair procurement practices. This conduct, prompting calls for investigation, is seen as aligning with authoritarian and cronyist tendencies.

MP calls for Clipper Logistics to be investigated over £130 million Covid-19 PPE deal
APR

08

2022

Partnership Enhances Supply Chain Transparency
58.09

Clipper Logistics has partnered with Segura to implement a supply chain mapping platform that monitors supplier performance and compliance in sustainability, ethics, and governance. This move is aligned with proactive ethical business practices and transparency initiatives.
+80

Supply Chain Ethics

June 18

Clipper Logistics' collaboration with Segura to map and monitor its supply chain demonstrates a commitment to ensuring ethical trading practices, sustainability, and high standards of governance. This proactive approach not only mitigates risks within the supply chain but also reinforces corporate accountability and transparency, reflecting a positive, progressive stance against oppressive or exploitative practices.

Clipper Logistics partners with Segura for Supply Chain Transparency
MAR

01

2020

Controversial PPE Contract Award Amid Political Donations
-35.84

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Clipper Logistics was awarded an 18‐month, £130m PPE distribution sub-contract by the government. This award came under scrutiny after revelations that executive chairman Steven Parkin had donated between £25,000 and £250,000, and a total of £700,000 to the Conservative Party, raising concerns about possible political favoritism in the procurement process.
-70

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

June 18

The executive chairman's significant donations to the Conservative Party, coupled with the contract award for PPE during the pandemic, suggest a potential misuse of political influence. This political contribution and associated approval process raises serious concerns regarding the integrity of corporate political engagement and public trust.

Covid inquiry must investigate Clipper Logistics PPE deal
-50

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

June 18

The award of a massive PPE sub-contract during the crisis, despite questions over procurement processes and the influence of substantial donations, points to questionable business practices and a lack of ethical responsibility in adhering to fair and transparent procurement guidelines.

Covid inquiry must investigate Clipper Logistics PPE deal
MAR

01

2020

Covid PPE Contract Award Amid Tory Donation Controversy
-44.13

Clipper Logistics was awarded an 18‐month, £130m PPE distribution sub‐contract during the early phase of the COVID-19 pandemic. The contract award has come under scrutiny due to executive chairman Steven Parkin's significant donations to the Conservative Party, prompting calls from a Labour MP for a thorough Covid inquiry into potential political favoritism.
-75

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

June 18

Executive chairman Steven Parkin donated a substantial sum to the Conservative Party prior to the awarding of a £130m PPE subcontract to Clipper Logistics. This overlap between political contributions and a lucrative government contract raises concerns over undue influence and potential favoritism, thus warranting a strongly negative score under Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts.

Covid inquiry must investigate Clipper Logistics PPE deal