articleECS makes supply chain more sustainable with deployment of electric trucks in UK
The electric trucks for first- and last-mile are sustainable addition to rail transport.
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articleCharging ahead safely: Confronting the growing risks of electric vehicle lithium-ion batteries
Mike Brodie explores the key risks associated with lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicles and shares the latest best practice for their safe storage and management.
newsRoad freight energy needs could come as a shock without planning and collaboration, says Logistics UK
Decarbonising road freight needs a collaborative approach, with the amount of power required to electrify the UK’s road freight vehicles estimated to be 32 TWh (terawatt hours) – substantially more electricity than is used in Scotland each year.
newsBIFA adds further customs modules to eLearning library
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has added new modules to the Bitesize eLearning programme that it launched earlier this year as part of the corporate membership fee.
newsCarriers getting ‘creative’ with pricing says report
The report from Reveel looks into growing complexity in the US parcel market.
newsDHL eCommerce UK deal with ZigZag to tackle international returns
The courier is expanding its partnership with ZigZag, the returns management specialist, to offer an international returns solution for shoppers.
productHigh power charging supported
Volvo Truck and Bus Centre London North in Enfield has become the latest HGV site in the UK to feature Dynamic Load Management (DLM) technology from Evolt Charging, part of SWARCO Smart Charging – an innovation that ensures the constant availability of power to charge Volvo’s new generation of trucks.
productUnmanned vehicle launched for last mile delivery
Cainiao has released the GT-Lite, a budget model tailored for courier hubs.
newsMultimodal 2025 a launchpad for AI
The NEC based exhibition showcased cutting-edge solutions spanning AI-powered tools, autonomous vehicle fleets, sustainable transport innovations and more as the show opened yesterday.
newsUS imports fall sharply
In May 2025, US container import volumes dropped after several months of growth, falling 9.7% from April and 7.2% year-over-year.
newsNew RoRo berth for Sheerness
Peel Ports Group has officially unveiled its new £30m RoRo (Roll-on, Roll-off) berth at London Medway as it welcomed a key freight service to the facility.
articlePrivate 5G for port automation
Port infrastructure across Britain urgently requires enhanced connectivity to support the full automation of complex, end-to-end operations. These processes are time-critical, demanding real-time precision from stakeholders.
newsGlobalisation key concern at supply chain debate
Professor John Manners-Bell, founder of the Foundation for Future Supply Chain and author of The Death of Globalization, contended that globalisation has reached its peak.
productGeodis launches new air freight solution
AirSmart is designed to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions related to air freight by leveraging performance.
newsChancellor urged to prioritise freight and logistics
Experts at The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport UK (CILT UK) are encouraging the Chancellor to protect and boost spending on freight and logistics projects as part of Rachel Reeves’ Comprehensive Spending Review.
newsInvestment in renewables port
Peel Ports Clydeport has invested £3m in infrastructure to support growing demand for handling huge wind turbine components for the renewable energy sector at a key facility.
newsLondon part of DP World global investment plan
DP World will invest $2.5 billion this year to expand its global logistics network, launching major infrastructure projects across India, Africa, South America and Europe.
articleDecarbonising logistics
Steve Barbour explores how the logistics sector can accelerate its decarbonisation journey by looking beyond energy savings and alternative fuels towards more innovative materials and advanced manufacturing processes.
newsFood logistics should benefit from UK-EU deal
The UK and the EU have agreed a substantial package set out in the Joint Statement; Common Understanding, and Security and Defence Partnerships which covers a broad range of areas.
articleTackling complexity in pricing and supply chain management amid rising tariffs
After five years of crises and disruption, it’s hard to believe that global trade could become more volatile, but rising tariffs, shifting policies, and the unpredictability of international trade have created unprecedented new challenges for businesses, says John Moss.
