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UK Downstream: bringing in the next generation
...Lynch of Craggs Energy Also sharing why she was keen to join the industry, Abbey Eames, depot manager at NWF Fuels commented: “The main reason I wanted to enter the...
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Logistics UK calls for diesel duty cut to protect UK economy
...UK estimates that just one penny increase in duty adds around £470 per year to the cost of running one truck. The vital role of logistics Logistics UK is one...
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Logistics UK’s Alex Veitch responds to Budget
Measures included in the Budget provide a strong foundation for economic recovery, according to Logistics UK, one of the UK’s biggest business groups. But while there are many positive decisions – including a freeze in fuel duty and extension to the...
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New Abbey training delivers Class 1 drivers
...Abbey delivers offers drivers a salaried position throughout the training and guarantees a Class 1 driving role with Abbey, on successful completion of the course. From Abbey’s first round of...
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Record revenues for Abbey Logistics but driver shortages reduce profits
Specialist road tanker company Abbey Logistics Group has reported record levels of revenues for the year to June 2022 (FY22). The company attributes the achievement to to the close working...
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Logistics initiative will cut carbon emissions by reducing empty truck numbers
The ambitious Logistics Living Lab project uses emerging technologies for more intelligent logistics management. Digital Catapult, UK leader in advanced digital technology, has launched an ambitious new project to cut...
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Decarbonisation strategies on the agenda as Future Logistics Conference returns to ITT Hub
Logistics UK has announced the return of its popular Future Logistics Conference, due to take place at ITT Hub on the 10-11 May 2023. Logistics is a progressively evolving industry...
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Ex-footballer and army veteran champions Veterans into Logistics
Former professional footballer and ex-army veteran, Tamara Honeywell is now working as an HGV driver for Stobart, thanks to charity, Veterans into Logistics. Tamara played football and cricket professionally for...
Opinion
Logistics operators look towards mergers and acquisitions to boost resilience
...& Logistics at Barclays Corporate Banking, said: “Understandably, the circumstances of the past year have led to a drop in logistics sector confidence. Price rises, supply chain challenges, a scramble...
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Bikers spectacular Remembrance tribute supports Veterans into Logistics charity
...would like to thank organiser Netty Kiely and her team for choosing Veterans into Logistics as their charity of the year. Heidi Chapman, Veterans into Logistics Trustee and biker. Credit:...
Opinion
Call for 10,000 temporary visas to address driver crisis
...chain, logistics has never been more important to UK plc. Logistics UK supports, shapes and stands up for safe and efficient logistics, and is the only business group which represents...
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Mobile hydrogen fleet fuelling delivered by NanoSUN & Reynolds Logistics collaboration
...back office and in cab technology, and access to up-to-date information through a web portal. Kick starting the transition Reynolds Logistics are one of the leading logistics companies involved in...
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Amendments to certification are welcomed by Logistics UK
...through the supply chain, logistics has never been more important to UK plc. Logistics UK supports, shapes and stands up for safe and efficient logistics, and is the only business...
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Logistics UK’s chief executive recognised by the queen in new year’s honours
...unforeseen circumstances. This award is for them too.” Mr Wells has successfully initiated and pursued a strategy to ensure that Logistics UK represents the entire logistics sector, collaborating, challenging and championing logistics with policy makers, and speaking...
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British astronaut to headline Logistics UK conference
...space-age inspiration could provide solutions for 21st century challenges, Major Tim Peake CMG will be the keynote speaker at Logistics UK’s Future Logistics Conference at the Innovation & Technology in...
Opinion
Apprenticeship system is failing the logistics industry, says Logistics UK
...the barriers and ensure a continued skilled workforce is available to keep the UK economy supplied with everything it needs.” To view a copy of the report, visit: www.logistics.org.uk/research-hub/reports/logistics-skills-review ...
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Asda Awards Night raises over 50K for Veterans into Logistics
...to rousing renditions of Sweet Caroline and YMCA. Corporate sponsorship Veterans into Logistics is one of Asda Logistics Services’ chosen charities of 2024 across 23 regional depots and is the...
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Funding will accelerate alternative fuels
...alternatively fuelled vehicles David Wells, CEO Logistics UK As David Wells, chief executive of Logistics UK explains, the sector needs time to prepare for alternative fuels: “As the logistics industry...