newsUnipart to play role in Rolls-Royce Small Modular Reactor nuclear programme
OPERATING AS a supply chain partner to Amentum, the Programme Delivery Partner to Rolls-Royce SMR, Unipart joins a team including Mace, Turner & Townsend, and HOCHTIEF.
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newsKuehne+Nagel opens UK’s first megawatt-scale eHGV charging hub
The installation has opened at Kuehne+Nagel’s East Midlands Gateway as part of eFREIGHT 2030.
newsFreight market shrinking capacity result of multi-year correction
The European freight transport market has entered a more complex and demanding phase, says Tomas Šilinikas.
newsLogistics UK disappointed by the Metropolitan Police’s decision to disband its Commercial Vehicle Unit
The organisation says the move will set back the relationship between commercial vehicle operators and the police unless an effective alternative can be created in its place.
articleWhy is communication important in logistics?
Communication is more than just important in logistics. It is mission critical, essential to safeguarding workers and meeting targets.
articleThe role of logistics in a Modern Industrial Strategy
Reduce the cost of doing business to allow logistics to thrive, says Kevin Green, Acting Chief Executive, Logistics UK.
articleDigital trade corridors
Global trade stands at the precipice of a new digital era, says Ilona Kawka, imports advisory practice lead at the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade.
articleFighting for the Cold Chain
The past year has marked a significant step forward for the Cold Chain Federation and for the wider temperature-controlled logistics sector. Our collective voice is now being heard where it matters the most.
articleWhat’s at stake in 2026?
The freight forwarding and logistics sector confronts a volatile external environment explains Steve Parker, Director General of the British International Freight Association.
articleIt’s time to reconsider
Greater efficiency is needed in the frozen food supply chain, says Rupert Ashby, CEO of the British Frozen Food Federation and adds it is time to reconsider the longstanding standard temperature.
articleWhen digital records save transport companies from penalties
In the high-stakes world of transport and logistics, a single compliance oversight can lead to substantial penalties.
newsMenzies acquires C Butt’s transport ops
The deal brings a well-established Northamptonshire operation into MDS’ national network, with 29 drivers, office and finance colleagues and 102 fleet assets transferring to MDS.
newsIt’s not all about electric…
Low carbon fuel (LCF) must be part of the solution to reduce emissions from heavy road freight as the UK logistics industry warns the current trajectory to decarbonise commercial vehicles is ‘highly ambitious’.
articleBeko responds to supply chain challenge
The €79 billion home appliance industry is feeling supply chain pressures acutely, says Beko’s Cem Kural.
newsParking capacity to boost driver welfare
Extra MSA (Motorway Service Areas) has expanded HGV parking capacity in a £1.3 million infrastructure project at Peterborough Services.
newsMarks & Spencer expands partnership with Zalando
The retailer has signed a partnership agreement with ZEOS, the B2B unit of Zalando, to fulfil its entire online direct-to-consumer orders in continental Europe covering 21 markets.
newsLogistics UK responds to Chancellor’s pre-Budget speech
Chancellor Rachel Reeves refused to rule out tax rises as she said she will make necessary choices in the upcoming Budget.
newsWorkforce planning expert shares tips for peak season
The end of the year is fast approaching, with Black Friday and Christmas here in the blink of an eye. Retail and logistics leaders know how busy and chaotic this time of year can be. This is why it pays to plan proactively when managing your workforce.
newsSmart glasses to assist Amazon deliveries
Amazon is developing smart delivery glasses to help Delivery Associates (DAs) identify hazards, seamlessly navigate to customer’s doorsteps, and improve customer deliveries.
newsSwissport doubles capacity at Manchester airport
The aviation supply chain firm has opened a cargo facility at Manchester Airport, doubling annual handling capacity to 110,000 tons.
