News
John Lewis Partnership steps away from fossil fuels
...in the UK. All vehicles to run on non-fossil fuels by 2030 To reduce carbon emissions across its transport network further, the Partnership’s ambition is to eliminate fossil fuels from...
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Analysis
Energy Resilience – Is the UK facing a crisis?
...driving the UK’s green agenda towards hydrogen, any investment then starts to look attractive as part of our commitment to net zero. Develop a UK National Refining & Fuels Strategy...
News
Zemo partners with the FIA to deliver certified sustainable fuel for Formula 1 from 2026
...worldwide appeal of Formula 1 will help raise awareness of the necessity to push towards net zero transport.” Sustainability verification Claire Haigh, Managing Director of Zemo Partnership, commented: “It’s vital...
Opinion
Supply chain expert says globalisation could be reversing
Logistics and global trade networks could be moving to a new economic order, according to Alan McKinnon, Professor of Logistics at Kuehne Logistics University and keynote speaker at Logistics UK’s...
News
Gold Award recognises charity’s success in supporting ex-military into HGV driving careers
...driving roles with respected logistics companies including Asda, Muller Dairies and XPO Logistics who we thank for partnering with us and appreciating the commitment and dedication that employing veterans brings....
Opinion
Logistics UK urges government to maintain fuel duty cut to protect economy
...focusing on the transition to net zero.” The backbone of the economy “The logistics industry is the backbone of the UK economy,” David continues. “And is at the heart of...
Analysis
Industry responds to the King’s Speech
...policies, the logistics sector can optimise the movement of freight and speed up progress to net zero, helping to kickstart economic growth throughout the whole of the UK. “It is...
Opinion
Industry concerned over lifespan and cost of Euro VII proposals
...Lloyd, Head of Engineering Policy at Logistics UK, comments: “Logistics UK welcomes all progressive technological improvements that benefit health and the environment, but these changes must be sustainable and economically...
News
XPO Logistics launches Female Driver Academy
...opportunities at XPO Logistics, and exploring the country.” Casey was an apprentice tattoo artist who previously worked in warehousing for XPO Logistics. Her father was also an HGV driver, and...
News
Logistics UK conference returns
Logistics UK’s ever-popular Transport Manager conference series – sponsored by Bridgestone Tyres –will return in autumn 2021 with live events planned at 11 venues around the UK. The conferences will...
News
HVO trial roll out will fuel Suttons tankers on its road to net zero
In line with its ESG strategy and aim to become net zero by 2040, Suttons Tankers has embarked on an eight-week trial using Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) as an alternative...
Interview
Kevin McPartlan of Fuels for Ireland
...fuels, if these distributors have not identified a route to and begun the transition to low or zero carbon liquid fuels in the next 5 to 10 years, they will...
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...
Insight
Overcoming challenges: building a better future for the chemical supply chain
...the second phase of the UK’s new Border Target Operating Model (BTOM) only coming into effect as recently as 30 April 2024. Aimed at protecting the UK’s biodiversity and predominantly...
Interview
Selling Kettlewell Fuels
...be, Janet knew that controlling information and communication was key to preventing any distorted messaging. Janet likens the process to preparing a house for sale – ensuring everything was presented...
Insight
Industry impacts of the reset of government net zero policy
...and ground source heat pumps The UK’s target to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 remains in place. DESNZ has since clarified that they will explore the potential low carbon...
News
Decarbonising industry – working together is key to accelerating the energy transition
...is critical to achieving Net Zero 2050. International energy company, Uniper, a participant in the upcoming Foresight Net Zero Live event has extensive experience in the energy industry and an...
News
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...