STAFF at TNT in Ramsbottom are celebrating being named "Best of British" after collecting two transport industry "Oscars" at the 2002 Motor Transport Awards.

At a gala presentation evening, attended by more than 1,800 business people from the British transport industry at the Royal Albert Hall, TNT proved that it is best of the best by picking up the Marketing Campaign of the Year and the training Award.

Judges said they had a record number of entries and the standard was exceptionally high. Those awarding the Marketing Campaign of the Year commented on the "extremely well researched and well-executed campaign which achieved excellent results."

In the training category, judges endorsed TNT's multi-faceted recruitment and training approach which helps ensure the company has a full complement of skilled and knowledgeable drivers.

Tom Bell, TNT Express Services managing director, said: "We're delighted to win these two outstanding accolades which recognise our achievements in providing the very best marketing and customer communications in our industry and our commitment to developing the best team of people to serve our customers."