newsWarning sounded as vaping duty deadline looms
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is urging vaping-related businesses and supply chains to register for Vaping Products Duty (VPD) and the Vaping Duty Stamps (VDS) Scheme.
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newsVenture capital seeks to link logistics software and warehouse property
One of the largest property companies in the world Prologis has entered into a partnership with a consultancy Fulfillment IQ to accelerate AI adoption and automation across the supply chain.
newsInfios adds gamification platform to accelerate warehouse optimisation
The global leader in intelligent supply chain execution has announced vaibe will join the Infios suite of solutions.
newsShip Sherpa launches to shake up same-day logistics
Ship Sherpa, a new AI-native logistics platform built to modernise same-day delivery, has officially launched in Manchester.
newsReshaping global supply chains could cost $23.6 trillion by 2050
The cost of replicating China-linked supply chains across the US, UK and Eurozone could reach approximately $23.6 trillion by 2050, according to new EY-Parthenon analysis.
articleThe connectivity revolution powering modern global logistics
The world of global logistics is undergoing a radical and significant transformation, shifting away from a reactive past towards a future defined by predictive intelligence. Deutsche Telekom IoT shares its vision for a more connected and efficient supply chain. Logistics Matters Editor Simon Duddy interviews Simon Boyd and Szilard Baradits, both of Deutsche Telekom IoT.
newsAirbus reduces lost assets by 80%
A decade-long IoT tracking partnership with Sensolus saw the aerospace manufacturer reduce lost assets by 80% across a network of more than 100 sites.
newsOracle adds agentic AI features to Oracle Cloud SCM
Oracle has announced four new Fusion Agentic Applications that are intended to help organisations improve supply chain performance by increasing inventory visibility, reducing supplier and operational impact, and improving manufacturing efficiency.
newsRetail supply chain leaders largely ‘deciding in the dark’ says research
Major retailers are being held back from essential supply chain transformation by outdated decision-making methods, according to new research from Kallikor.
newsLow-cost Chinese shopping platforms growing rapidly
New Barclays and Retail Economics research finds almost half of UK shoppers have bought from Chinese-owned low-cost platforms, as low-cost global players reshape competition for UK retailers.
articleTax-free gap risks Britain becoming dumping ground
Britain is on course to become one of the only Western economies still letting low-value imports in untaxed, says Ronald Kleijwegt.
newsFreight forwarders helped make Brexit-era UK–EU trade manageable
As the UK marks ten years since the Brexit referendum, the British International Freight Association (BIFA) is highlighting the vital role played by its members in helping businesses adapt to the biggest change in UK trading conditions for a generation.
articleSupermarket Jumbo boosts route planning
Dutch supermarket chain Jumbo has transformed its eCommerce logistics operations with Greenplan, EPG’s intelligent route planning and optimisation solution.
articleCost-conscious shoppers won’t compromise on convenience
Consumers are becoming more selective about what they buy, but increasingly unwilling to compromise on delivery, says Scurri.
articleAre you playing to win, or hoping not to lose?
That was one of the intriguing questions raised at last week’s SCALA Consulting Annual Supply Chain Debate, which was positively bursting with insights. Logistics Matters editor Simon Duddy reports.
newsAmazon has extended its LTL offering to the whole market in the US
Amazon Supply Chain Services has launched its less-than-truckload freight offering for all businesses including third-party warehouses, distribution centres, and retail partners.
newsScurri expands premium final mile capabilities through AIT Home Delivery partnership
Retailers gain access to white-glove, two-person delivery services through a single API as demand grows for premium delivery experiences.
newsYusen Logistics launches AI-powered supply chain disruption radar
The Supply Chain Disruption Radar integrates with Yusen Vantage Performance, the company’s supply chain visibility platform, delivering concise alerts and customer-ready insights.
newsIs your company financially prepared for further disruption?
Over half of UK businesses are financially underprepared for disruption as th Iran conflict clouds the economic outlook.
articleTechnology investment in logistics ‘continues at pace’
The Logistics Report 2026, produced by Logistics UK, combines the latest official statistics with insight from industry experts and shows how development and adoption of technology throughout the logistics sector is on the rise.
