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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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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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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...
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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
...the ten-year anniversary. With numbers increasing year on year, if anyone can make 2023’s event even more incredible, then Netty can! For more information on Veterans into Logistics, visit: www.veteransintologistics.org.uk...
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Call for 10,000 temporary visas to address driver crisis
...buyers.” Logistics UK is one of the UK’s leading business groups, representing logistics businesses which are vital to keeping the UK trading, and more than seven million people directly employed...
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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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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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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...
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Government misses opportunity to help the logistics sector
...logistics businesses, according to Logistics UK. Speaking after the minister’s speech in Manchester, Logistics UK’s chief executive David Wells OBE highlighted the issues currently holding the industry back: “Logistics delivers...
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Angela Rayner MP impresses in veteran support charity’s ‘Truck Reverse Challenge’
...and how we support veterans into new careers, enabling them to earn an income that sets them up for the future.” For more information on Veterans into Logistics, visit www.veteransintologistics.org.uk...
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LSIP funding will support industry growth, says Logistics UK
...to business group Logistics UK. Speaking in response to the funding announcement, Jonathan Walker, Head of Cities and Infrastructure Policy, urged clarity from government and local organisations to maximise the...
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Logistics sector welcomes Spring Budget retention of fuel duty cut
...in March 2022 is to be retained for a further 12 months. Logistics UK’s chief executive, David Wells, comments: “Logistics is the UK’s system for growth and today’s budget announcement...