Stuart Burke has been appointed to the judging panel for the Irish Logistics & Transport Awards 2026, bringing four decades of specialised experience in life sciences distribution and complex logistics operations to the evaluation process.

As Managing Director and Founder of LifeSci Logistics, Ireland's leading logistics provider to the life sciences sector, Burke offers deep operational insight into technical distribution challenges. His career began as a scientific glass blower before transitioning into supply chain management with AGB Scientific, providing him with ground-level understanding of precision requirements that define life sciences logistics.

Burke's industry contribution includes the development of DOPsys, a European standard for certified last-mile delivery created during his tenure at Hytech Logistics. The system addressed compliance and traceability demands across regulated sectors, establishing protocols now widely adopted throughout the industry. This innovation demonstrated his ability to translate operational complexity into scalable frameworks that elevate sector performance.

Relaunched in 2024, LifeSci Logistics now delivers specialist global technical distribution for life sciences clients, managing hazardous materials movement across the US, Asia, and Europe. This operational scope encompasses the regulatory frameworks, risk management protocols, and cross-border coordination that distinguish excellence in contemporary logistics. Burke's expertise bridges technical compliance with commercial delivery, areas where sector advancement depends on measurable outcomes rather than incremental improvements.

His judging perspective prioritises evidence of operational discipline, innovation with demonstrable impact, and strategic alignment between logistics capabilities and client requirements. Burke applies assessment criteria reflecting the standards expected in life sciences distribution, where precision, traceability, and regulatory adherence form non-negotiable foundations.

The Irish Logistics & Transport Awards 2026 gala will take place on 26 February 2026, recognising achievements across Ireland's logistics and transport sector.

Visit the official Irish Logistics & Transport Awards website to explore categories, review the complete judging panel, and secure seats for the gala event.