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Logistics sector report shows recovery signs
...published today (7 December 2021) by Logistics UK shows there is cause for cautious optimism that the situation will improve. Issues addressed but still lots to do The Logistics UK...
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Special tractor unit celebrates new partnership for veterans-to-drivers charity
...In recognition of Pall-Ex’s Gold Partner pledge to Veterans into Logistics, the company has emblazoned Veterans into Logistics’ livery on their newest Volvo tractor unit. Veterans into Logistics Founder and...
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Logistics UK’s delivers record-breaking transport manager conference series
With the final event in the Logistics UK Transport Manager 2022 conference series taking place today, the nationwide series of events for transport managers has been the most successful yet...
Interview
A Day in the Life: David Wells OBE and Jemma James of Logistics UK
...News speaks with two members of Logistics UK – David Wells OBE, who is the business group’s Chief Executive, and Jemma James, Digital Development Director, to discover how they each...
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New policy director to expand influence of Logistics UK
Business group Logistics UK has announced the appointment of its new policy director, Kate Jennings, who will join the organisation at the end of June. Jennings, whose extensive policy career...
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Entries now open for 2020 emission reduction award
The Logistics Emissions Reduction Scheme (LERS), run by Logistics UK (formerly FTA), has announced that entries are now open for its Leadership in Emissions Reduction Award, sponsored by ExxonMobil. The...
Opinion
Logistics UK urges businesses to invest in low carbon fuels
...in infrastructure, business group Logistics UK is challenging why the Government continues to overlook the role of low carbon fuels in helping the UK achieve its decarbonisation goals. Logistics UK...
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Fuel industry people moves – April 2025
...transformation. With 18 years’ experience in third party logistics, Jamie Hartles is currently the Chief Executive Officer – Logistics at Howard Tenens. He is passionate about the use of state-of-the-art...
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Veterans charity honoured to be a finalist at prestigious awards
...valued so much more than you will never know. You massively deserve this recognition.” Veterans into Logistics General Manager, John Harker MBE said: “Veterans into Logistics, myself and the charity’s...
Opinion
Industry body calls for greater clarity on DVS consultation
Following the announcement from TfL regarding the Direct Vision Standard (DVS) consultation, Logistics UK is calling for further specification details to be released to ensure operators are able to fully...
Opinion
Industry calls for future fuel clarity so logistics can help avoid climate catastrophe
...plan future investment, especially as significant infrastructure will be needed to support alternative fuels and technologies. “Logistics UK will continue to work with its members, and government, to seek solutions.”...
News
Welcome to the next supply chain generation
The hallmark of the XPO Logistics brand is an iconic shade of red worn by all employees. The company’s top three European markets are France, the UK and Spain with...
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Logistics – essential for everyday life
When Alastair Campbell suggested the transport industry should communicate more effectively on the essential nature of logistics, Suckling Transport’s Peter Larner rose to the challenge. Speaking in February at a...
News
Online at Lateu Logistics
...services including planning, customer services, logistics management and sub-contractor selection which the client can no longer undertake internally due to cost, skill or corporate policies.” www.lateulogistics.com To return to the...
Analysis
Planning for the future: Nextgen skills for the fuels sector
...What is driving the changes, what will be different about future roles and what must be put in place to support the future skilling of the industry? UKPIA review In...
Opinion
Survey suggests supply chain at risk unless action taken
...logistics industry is struggling with inflated prices, as bulk diesel increased by up to 42% in the first six months of the year. Ensure supply chain health Sarah Watkins, Logistics...
Opinion
Government must deliver a low carbon fuels strategy to meet transport decarbonisation targets
Logistics UK is seeking a long-term plan from government for utilising Low Carbon Fuels (LCFs) across transport modes. Speaking following last week’s parliamentary roundtable on LCFs, chaired by Transport Committee...
Interview
The chemical supply chain: addressing ongoing challenges
...economy. Logistics, in particular, is considered an unattractive field. The occupation has generally had a poor perception, including long hours, poor pay, and difficult working conditions and, furthermore, it is...