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Baumann Honours Hessle with Dealer of the Year Award

Baumann has announced its first UK winner of a ‘dealer of the year’ award, since the establishment of the UK subsidiary in August 2015.

Achieving top sales throughout Baumann’s UK dealer network, Hessle Fork Trucks was presented with the accolade to honour efforts made in sideloader sales in 2016.

Hessle was the first dealer to be appointed since the founding of the Italian manufacturer’s UK division. Baumann UK managing director, Jason Reynolds, said a strong presence in heavy industries marked out Castleford-based Hessle as an excellent partner.

“They’re off to a flying start,” said Jason. “Although Hessle have only been an official distributor for 18 months, Baumann has had an informal relationship with Hessle for some time. They understand our products and mechanics well, which we believe is what makes customers come back to us time and again. Hessle offers our customers with professional, reliable and high quality support, worthy only of this level of recognition.”

Hessle, formed in 1968 in Yorkshire, has been the largest Manitou forklift truck dealer in the country for several years with a short-term hire fleet of over 500 machines. Further depots in Durham and Northants have helped extend Hessle’s geographical reach, whilst the acquisition in 2011 by investors, Corpacq, made them an integral part of a group with an annual turnover approaching £240m.

Gary Hawkhead, director at Hessle Fork Trucks, was proud to be presented with the dealer of the year award. “I’m delighted that our partnership with Baumann is paying off,” he said. “As Hessle has grown, our customers handling timber, scaffolding or metalwork have recognised Baumann as a market leader and interest in what was once seen as a niche product has increased.”

Based in Cavaion on the shores of Lake Garda, Baumann is a family-owned company that has led the sector for over 40 years, and now sells its products worldwide through 106 dealers in 76 countries. The 2016 FLTA Innovation award winner produces equipment up to 50 tonnes capacity, and has a reputation for consistent invention and the highest level of design and productivity.

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Baumann Welcomes New UK Dealer Manager

As part of a bid to expand its UK presence, Italian sideloader manufacturer Cavaion Baumann is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Rodger as its first UK dealer manager. Chris will take on this role with immediate effect.

In addition to supporting in the promotion of sideloader sales in the UK and Ireland, Chris will be responsible for identifying vacant territories for Baumann, while attracting and working with new dealers.

Working in materials handling for over 20 years, Chris brings a wealth of knowledge and significant sideloader industry experience to the role. After stepping out of the sector to establish his own successful family business, Baumann persuaded Chris to return to the prosperous market.

Baumann UK managing director, Jason Reynolds is pleased to have coaxed Chris back into the industry. “I’m delighted to have Chris join our expanding team to help us manage increasing volumes and the demands of a growing dealer network,” said Jason.

“With his extensive experience in materials handling and a proven track record for working with sideloaders, we couldn’t have found a better fit for the job.”

The UK subsidiary of Baumann was established in August 2015 and has gone from strength to strength ever since. In 2016, Baumann was awarded the FLTA Award for Innovation for its patented Archimedes outreach system, the most important innovation in sideloader design in 40 years. The firm was also shortlisted in the same category in this year’s awards for its new high performance electric model, the ELX50.

Concludes Jason: “I am looking forward to working closely with Chris to expand our UK presence and spread the word about Baumann’s innovations in the sideloader market.”

Based in Cavaion on the shores of Lake Garda, Baumann is a family-owned company that has led the sector for over 40 years, and now sells its products worldwide through 106 dealers in 76 countries.

Visit www.baumann-sideloaders.co.uk to find out more.

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Congrats FLTA Awards Winners!

The TB Marketing team got fancy last weekend, and got out the glad rags for a formal black tie awards gala for the FLTA awards, to honour the fork lift industry’s best in Environment, Ergonomics, Safety, Innovation and Safe Site.

Invited by media partner for the event, Handling & Storage Solutions magazine, we were joined by Baumann’s Klaus Pirpamer (managing director), Fabio Bernieri (sales director) and Jason Reynolds (UK managing director) alongside a mix of other people from the industry.

The ceremony was a circus-themed black tie gala dinner hosted by ringmaster Gyles Brandreth. Although only 50% of TB Marketing had heard of him, the ex-conservative MP now BBC radio 4 presenter entertained an audience of 400 industry professionals, and even got involved with some of the circus acts.

Baumann, Innovation Award winners for the 2016 FLTA Awards, were finalists in the Innovation category again this year, but this time for their brand new compact electric sideloader, the ELX50. Although we all had our fingers crossed that the new judgement panel would hand a second Archie award over to Jason and Klaus, the award was deservedly taken home by LPG supplier Flogas for their semi-translucent LPG bottles.

Congratulations go to all the winners and finalists who are listed below along with the category and sponsor for each award.

After the awards were presented, an auction and a game of ‘Heads or Tails’ raised a huge £6650 for Transaid, a charity that transforms lives across the world, by providing safe, sustainable transport. Thank you to everyone who helped to raise the donations. Thank you also to H&SS for inviting the TB Marketing team and our partners along for a great night.

Award CategoryWinnerSponsor
Apprentice of the YearRobin Klein

Klein Handling Systems

Crown Lift Trucks
Services to the Fork Lift Truck IndustryMike BartonMentor FLT Training Ltd
Supplier of the YearIBCSYale Europe Materials Handling
Safe SiteUnileverDoosan Industrial Vehicle UK Ltd
EnvironmentToyota Material HandlingB&B Attachments Ltd
ErgonomicsYale ForkliftsECOBAT
SafetyMentor TrainingTrelleborg Wheel Systems
InnovationFlogasInvestec
Lifetime AchievementDavid RowellToyota Materials Handling
Dealer Member of the YearAcclaim HandlingCombilift

 

 

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Timber Specialist GE Robinson Strengthens Its Sideways Force

For one of the UK’s leading timber importers, choosing the right long-term materials handling partner was a big decision. Fortunately, GE Robinson & Co Ltd, who rely on the most efficient machinery to run their busy operation, made a good choice a number of years ago.

Established over 100 years ago, GE Robinson has boosted efficiency once again with the addition of five more Baumann sideloaders.

A long-term advocate of Baumann equipment, Robinson’s relationship began in 2012 after an initial order of seven Baumann GX50 5-tonne sideloaders.

The sideloaders were recommended by Industrial Truck Services (ITS), who have supplied and expertly maintained materials handling equipment for GE Robinson for over 15 years.

“The decision to choose Baumann was carefully considered by Robinson, but also by ITS,” said Ged Conaghan, manging director at ITS. “We support the equipment with service and maintenance, so it was a big decision for us too, and just by looking around the Salford site it’s easy to tell it was a worthwhile investment.”

The lively six-acre Salford distribution yard is bustling with activity, and the fact that at least five sideloaders are passing at any one time is testament to the success the timber supplier is experiencing this year.

“We have experienced seasonal peaks, but output has remained strong this year,” said Paul Kavanagh, operations director at GE Robinson. “We’re currently 15% up compared to last year in terms of tonnage, so it’s important for us to keep running at maximum productivity.”

The company operates 25 trucks in total from their Salford site and Walsall distribution division. In Salford, 12 of the 15 trucks in operation were supplied by Baumann, and the benefits are immediately noticeable.

“By choosing Baumann, we feel we are benefitting from the equipment’s fuel efficiency, reliability and robust design,” continued Mr Kavanagh. “Indeed, over the past four years, the machines have proved effective and reliable, but what we didn’t expect is how much quieter they are compared to our older machines. With 15 side loaders working at full capacity the site can get very noisy, so a reduction in noise is definitely a bonus to our operators and neighbours – particularly during the night shift.”

Baumann equipment offers the most effective way to handle a multitude of long or bulky products, typically timber, plastics or metals. The Italian manufacturer established a new UK business in August 2015, led by managing director, Jason Reynolds.

Jason said: “We value our long-term partnerships and it’s great to hear GE Robinson are pleased with the sideloaders we supplied. We can’t quite compete with their 100-year history, but we do have 40 years in development, design and production under our belt, and it is proving to be an important selling point with many of our customers.”

Based in Cavaion on the shores of Lake Garda, Baumann is a family-owned company that has led the sector for over 40 years, and now sells its products worldwide through 106 dealers in 76 countries. The 2016 FLTA Innovation award winner produces equipment up to 50 tonnes capacity, and has a reputation for consistent invention and the highest level of design and productivity.

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PaxLift Prepares For Take Off

PaxLift, a new PRM transporter from Italian manufacturer, Baumann, has been granted a new European patent status ahead of its launch in early 2017.

The machine is the first purpose-built GSE machine of its type and has overcome the disadvantages of traditional modified ‘Ambulift’ vehicles.

Raising passengers smoothly and without a pantograph, stabilizers, mast or chains, the PaxLift utilises three lifting columns to provide a smooth, safe lift, with fully hydraulic suspension for maximum comfort during driving.

The solution avoids the inherent problems associated with adapted PRM vehicles, such as chain maintenance, slow loading times and uncomfortable, often manually intensive, experiences for passengers. There’s also complete free movement with the cabin raised.

“We saw a need for a high quality passenger cabin with lifting capacity from ground level up to 8,000mm,” says managing director, Klaus Pirpamer, “something which does not require steps nor an additional lifting platform, offers easy access and great manoeuvrability to reach the airplane door, and is in keeping with the Baumann ethos of quality and reliability.”

Baumann has almost 50 years of experience in development, design and production of industrial vehicles. Its award-winning industrial sideloaders are recognised around the world as brand leaders, offering exemplary performance.

The in-house design team first developed and produced a machine for PRM over a decade ago. In recent years the company has won awards and recognition for its innovation in the sideloader market, where turning circles, lift heights and travelling distances are also key product facets.

Technical director, Riccardo Bove, masterminded the company’s latest award, the 2016 FLTA Award for Innovation Excellence, and helped develop the new thinking behind the PaxLift. Says Riccardo: “Our previous experience in aircraft ground support and our work with industrial equipment gave us the insights to design the next generation ‘Ambulift’. One that gives precise control and maximum comfort within a small footprint – just 2550mm wide, and 3,100mm high when travelling.”

Since 1969, Baumann has remained privately owned and based at their specialised manufacturing facility in Cavaion, on the shores of Lake Garda.

A family company to this day, Baumann now sells its 3 to 50 tonnes sideloaders worldwide through 106 dealers in 76 countries, offering professional technical support, training and parts supply to customers and distributors.

“The evolution of PaxLift was a natural consequence of our earlier work in this field,” adds Klaus. “We began collaborating on ground support equipment when we worked with Lufthansa Leos and Catcon to produce the first sideloader-based trucks. Whilst this type of equipment is still on the market, our experience with raising and transporting materials led us to look at new and better ways of providing safer, smoother and more practical ways to transport PRM and VIP passengers.”

With a proud and distinguished history, combining generations of engineering expertise, modern craftmanship and a spirit of innovation, Baumann believes their equipment has to present a high standard of quality.

“Our starting point for the PaxLift was comfort, convenience and reliability,” says Klaus. “Having exhibited at ground support equipment and airport passenger transport events on both sides of the Atlantic, the dedicated design and high lifting capacities (up to 2,000kg) has created surprisingly high interest. With a tighter turning circle, clearer view and smaller footprint, we believe we have the safest option available. Integrated suspension makes the operation fast and smooth, whilst the hydraulically powered steering axle ensures continuous reliability and performance.”
Our philosophy of high service levels, world class industrial vehicles and reliable innovation neatly fits the needs of the airline and GSE industries. We understand that safety and the punctual departure of the aircraft is paramount.

Standard trucks are fitted with a Stage 4 Final Diesel engine, electric trucks are manufactured upon request. Orders for 2017 demonstration units are now available, with the first deliveries expected in Spring.

For further information visit www.paxlift.com.

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Baumann Shortlisted For Second Innovation Award

We are delighted to see Baumann’s high performance electric model, the ELX50, shortlisted for the 2017 FLTA Award for Innovation. The first of the models in the UK are being trialled at a major energy business.

Unveiled this year at LogiMAT, the nimble ELX is now in full production, and is the most compact of its kind ever produced, measuring less than four metres in length and 750mm in deck height.

Designed and built from the ground up, and following two years of painstaking research and development, the new electric features a completely new chassis, battery and power train configuration. The low deck height allows customers to utilise racking under 800mm at the second row height, maximising storage capacities inside and out.

flta-2017-lo-resThe ELX has earned Baumann its second FLTA Award nomination in a row, following last year’s Innovation win for the remarkable Archimedes outreach system.

UK managing director, Jason Reynolds believes the ELX50 could have a profound effect on the sideloader market. Said Jason:

“Battery and charger technology has really come of age. That said, our mission to produce a lighter, shorter, and more energy efficient electric model, would only make sense if it were without sacrificing the quality and durability that we have become famous for. The development was difficult, and raised many technical challenges that our team worked incredibly hard to overcome. The result is a model we are very proud of.”

The reduced overall length and improved turning circle have been achieved without sacrificing the mast or well width, clearance and low bed height, whilst the combination of 120 volt power supply and 2.5 tonnes weight reduction is expected to increase battery performance by up to 30%. The operator cabin was also designed from scratch at Baumann’s Cavaion HQ, maintaining the company’s reputation for comfort and uncluttered operability, all within a reduced footprint.

Aside from likely persuading diesel users to make the leap to electric, it will perhaps represent Baumann’s greatest opportunity for winning back former sideloader users that have switched to multi-directional machines, such as Combilift.

“The main benefit to multi-directional machines lies in the smaller spaces in which they can operate,” says Klaus Pirpamer, head of Baumann Srl. “If you match that benefit, you’ll start to see our other features such as travel speed and distance, stability and comfort becoming more important to the user.”

The bespoke battery more than doubled the work cycle expectations during field trials on the continent, but that’s not the only electric upside. “Cost saving, of course, is a big factor, but so too is noise. In Germany, Austria, Switzerland, long-established companies which have seen towns grow up around them, are under pressure to cut noise pollution by neighbours and legislators,” adds Klaus.

A robust chassis is a crucial part of the sideloader physiology, so developing the new framework was essential to the overall design.

“We sent people to the chassis manufacturer for over six months before adding them to our suppliers,” says Klaus. “Simple requests, such as changes in fork length, have huge repercussions for the chassis, axle and deck. Our new outreach system also resulted in changes to the weight distribution, so the integrity is crucial.”

Baumann credit a new technical production troubleshooter with helping to bring new developments to the production line, whilst technical director, Riccardo Bove, has spent years working on refining and revolutionising everything from electronic systems to hydraulics and ergonomics, all aimed at bringing the ELX to life.

“The war against weight was won,” says Riccardo. “We achieved the results by looking at every component, every system and every material. The total weight saved was three tonnes, a huge amount for a small machine, and so much that it allowed us to add weight back in to improve weight distribution and operability.”

By reducing the size and weight of the machine, less power is needed to achieve high levels of performance, extending running time between charges. The reduction also provides further scope for battery integration, in this case a specially designed intelligent system developed in conjunction with Midac, which can be paired with a charger system to re-energise in mid-shift without damaging the cells. There’s also a battery change option thanks to Baumann designing their own battery box.

“The size, battery integration and cabin were all big challenges,” adds Riccardo, but the overall results add up to a truck that is much more than the sum of its parts. In our intensive work cycle trials, we’ve seen improvements in battery life of about 25 percent, but that it likely to increase even further in the field.”

“It is sometimes difficult to convince customers of the benefit of a smaller size truck,” concludes Jason Reynolds, “but in this case there are so many advantages that we believe it will set a new standard. We are seeing the market move towards electric power and this gives exactly the performance capabilities that customers need. Our prediction is that the demand for five tonnes diesel models will all but disappear. The ELX50 will go a long way to shifting the market and is likely to double our electric sales within the next three or four years.”

Baumann is a world-class manufacturer of sideloaders from three to 50 tonnes capacity with a reputation for consistent innovation, and the highest level of design and productivity. Based in Cavaion in Italy, the family-owned company has led the sector for over 40 years, and now sells its products worldwide through 106 dealers in 76 countries.

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Severfield Makes Light Work Of Heavy Lifting

New investment in machinery for 55 acre Dalton site

Thirsk-based structural steel manufacturers, Severfield is widely recognised for its iconic structures, engineering excellence and unparalleled customer service. The company has invested in a new fleet of custom-built sideloader equipment, from Italian manufacturer, Baumann.

“In the past we’ve had problems with equipment not being up to the job,” says logistics manager, Ian Pope. “When it came to our latest acquisition, we wanted something stronger and durable, particularly in terms of the wheels and hubs.”

Severfield has vast experience of working within a range of market sectors, from power and energy to stadia and leisure.

Each project receives the specialist high-quality skills and knowledge that Severfield can provide. “We work on big projects and deal with big companies,” says chief operating officer, Ian Cochrane.

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Baumann Appoints Hessle

Baumann, the world’s largest sideloader manufacturer, has appointed Hessle Fork Trucks as an official distributor for Yorkshire and the North East of England. The appointment provides Baumann with greater access to large parts of the sideloader market and is the first since the establishment of the UK subsidiary in August 2015.

A strong presence in heavy industries marked out Castleford-based Hessle as a potential partner for the Italian producer. Cavaion Baumann UK managing director, Jason Reynolds, welcomed the company to the new dealer network and highlighted the stability and professionalism that the 47 year old business will bring.

Said Jason: “Baumann has had an informal relationship with Hessle for some time and it may have been possible for that to continue. However, at Baumann we value long-term partnerships and believe our customers are best served by committed distributors that understand the products and mechanics well. Many customers come back to us time and again, so it is important that we offer a professional, reliable and high quality support partner, and in Hessle they certainly have that.”

Hessle has been the largest Manitou forklift truck dealer in the country for several years with a short term hire fleet of well over 500 Manitou machines. Further depots in Durham and Northants have helped extend Hessle’s geographical reach, whilst the acquisition in 2011 by investors, Corpacq, made them an integral part of a group with an annual turnover approaching £130m.

Hessle managing director, Andrew Rumgay, says Baumann is a perfect fit for the current range of products on offer. Says Andrew: “We are delighted to be partnering with Baumann at an important stage in our history. Baumann is a deserved market leader in the sideloader business and as we have grown, our customers handling timber, scaffolding or metalwork have increased their interest in what used to be seen as a niche product.”

Whilst the size of the UK sideloader market remains relatively modest, the ability of sideloader equipment to carry long loads over greater distances has led to a resurgence in popularity, particularly amongst ports operators, timber, metals and energy businesses.

Adds Andrew: “We have a dedicated team of service support personnel who specialise in looking after not only our own equipment but also fleets of customers own machines. The quality of Baumann engineering and manufacturing is second to none and is a proven solution. Our sales and hire customers will certainly not be disappointed.”

Baumann has been at the forefront of developing AC battery powered sideloaders, offering very low maintenance and operating costs, together with a load-levelling system that enables the machine deck, load bed and forks to remain perfectly level at all times, even on rough terrain or slopes.

This year the company is also shortlisted for a Fork Lift Truck Association award for Innovation, for its Archimedes screw outreach system, one of the most significant developments in sideloader design in 40 years.

The new Baumann GX Series utilises the direct drive Archimedes screw and sliding blocks, to extend the fork carriage, whilst preventing transverse movements and eliminating unnecessary stresses. The system means greater sensitivity and consistent control, and the maximum working speeds – results never before reached.

Despite being considered one of the most respected and reliable brands in the sideloader sector, the Baumann brand has suffered from confusion brought about by the sale of its German service arm in 2007, and subsequent attempts by competitors to utilise the Baumann name. The factory itself, established in the late 1960s, has responded by adopting the name of its birthplace on the shores of Lake Garda, Cavaion.

The location of ‘Cavaion Sideloaders Baumann’ was said to have been selected for its proximity to a renowned nearby technical school by owner, Wolfgang Baumann, who believes craftsmanship “permeates the local culture.” The fledgling business took just six months to produce its first model. A family company to this day, Baumann now sells its products worldwide through 106 dealers in 76 countries.

Hessle provides a wide range of handling equipment including rough terrain and industrial forklifts, telescopic handlers and powered access equipment. They also specialise in high capacity Rough terrain machines. Owners, Corpacq, have around 30 locations nationwide.

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Baumann’s Innovation Electrifies LogiMAT

Leading sideloader manufacturer, Baumann, had launched a new high performance electric model, the ELX50, at LogiMAT in Stuttgart.

The model is the most compact of its kind ever produced, measuring less than four metres in length and 750mm in deck height. TTJ 2016 Award sponsors, Baumann, are clearly delighted with the results and expect the ELX50 to have a profound effect on future production. Managing director, Klaus Pirpamer, said:

“We had a very clear brief. To produce a lighter, shorter, and more energy efficient electric model, without sacrificing the quality and durability that we have become famous for. The development was difficult, and raised many technical challenges that our team worked incredibly hard to overcome. The result is a model we are very proud of.”

The reduced overall length and improved turning circle have been achieved without sacrificing the mast or well width, clearance and low bed height, whilst the combination of 120 volt power supply and 2.5 tonnes weight reduction is expected to increase battery performance by up to 30%.

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Baumann Wins 2016 Innovation Award

Baumann has been awarded the 2016 FLTA Award for Innovation, for it’s patented Archimedes outreach system, the most important innovation in sideloader design in 40 years!

A delighted UK MD, Jason Reynolds, stepped up on stage with the Baumann team to receive the award, appropriately in the shape of Archimedes, from presenter Gyles Brandreth and FLTA Chairman, Andrew Woodward.

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Baumann Begins UK Operation

Baumann, the world’s largest producer of diesel, LPG and electric sideloaders, is to set up its own UK business in support of a growing dealer network.

Baumann UK will offer technical training and parts support, specification and marketing advice, as well as a direct link with the Italian factory. As the UK arm of the factory, the new company will officially be called Cavaion Baumann UK Ltd, but will trade as Baumann UK.

Headed by managing director, Jason Reynolds, and senior technical engineer, John Gillan, the venture is the manufacturer’s first direct presence in the UK and follows a surge in sales over the past 12 months.

Dr. Klaus Pirpamer, managing director of Baumann S.r.l, said the idea of a UK base had been considered for some time, but the market conditions now provided a fantastic opportunity to put those plans into practice.

Said Klaus: “Our connection with the UK goes back many years. We understand the market and we’re proud of the progress made by our dealers. This move will give both them and our customers additional support and provides an excellent foundation for further growth.”

Whilst the size of the UK sideloader market remains relatively modest, the ability of sideloader equipment to carry long loads over greater distances has led to a resurgence in popularity, particularly amongst ports operators, timber, metals and energy businesses.

Baumann has been at the forefront of developing AC battery powered sideloaders, offering very low maintenance and operating costs, together with a load-levelling system that enables the machine deck, load bed and forks to remain perfectly level at all times, even on rough terrain or slopes.

“Our three to 50 tonnes capacity product range has a fantastic reputation and gets rave reviews by the likes of Metsä Wood, Longley Concrete and timber merchants, Illingworth Ingham,” adds Jason Reynolds. “With the ability to effectively traverse less-than-ideal ground conditions, provide high-density, narrow-aisle storage configurations and handle the heat, dust and other factors associated with primary industries, the range has proven itself time and again. Our job is to build on the work done to date, to establish the brand in its rightful place as the leading name in its field.”

Despite being considered one of the most respected and reliable brands in the sideloader sector, the Baumann brand has suffered from confusion brought about by the sale of its German service arm in 2007, and subsequent attempts by competitors to utilise the Baumann name. The factory itself, established in the late 1960s, has responded by adopting the name of its birthplace on the shores of Lake Garda, Cavaion.

The location of ‘Cavaion Sideloaders Baumann’ was said to have been selected for its proximity to a renowned nearby technical school by owner, Wolfgang Baumann, who believes craftsmanship “permeates the local culture” – the fledgling business took just six months to produce its first model. A family company to this day, Baumann now sells its products worldwide through 106 dealers in 76 countries.

For more information visit www.baumannsideloaders.co.uk