newsData shows global supply chain stabilising
Resilinc, a supply chain mapping, disruption sensing, and resiliency analytics company has unveiled data highlighting the primary drivers of supply chain disruptions during the first half of 2023.
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newsCall for better charging infrastructure
The government must provide the infrastructure that the logistics sector needs to deliver for the future, according to the Shadow Minister for Business and Industrial Strategy.
newsAston Martin introduces 8 bio-LNG trucks
DHL Supply Chain has introduced 8 bio-LNG trucks into its Aston Martin fleet, reducing carbon emissions by around 800 tonnes per year.
newsPort of Tilbury to investigate green hydrogen
The Essex-based ports firm has signed memorandum of understanding (MoU) with partners for two green hydrogen projects.
newsSmashing the glass ceiling – female talent honoured in transport and logistics
Winners have been announced at the 2023 everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards.
newsGeneration Logistics secures continued Government backing
Speaking at Road Transport Expo 2023, Transport Secretary, Mark Harper, confirmed the DfT will continue to support the pioneering campaign that creates the next generation of logistics workers by challenging perceptions and demonstrating the breadth and diversity of the career opportunities available within the sector.
productNHS Supply Chain contract opens
NHS SUPPLY Chain has started the procurement process for the management of its logistics services with a planned award date of late 2024.
productCEVA Logistics testing hydrogen fuel cell lorries
The logistics firm will test one of the first heavy-duty hydrogen fuel cell (HFC) trucks on the market in partnership with Toyota Motor Europe (TME).
productJLR deploys supply chain mapping tools to boost resilience
THE AUTO manufacturer JLR has announced a collaboration with Everstream Analytics, which will embed AI into JLR’s supply chain management.
newsSurvey says staffing issues driving automation
Staffing issues are driving warehouse automation needs, according to 81% of businesses within the manufacturing, 3PL and retail industries.
productFoldable sleeve pack launches
Goplasticpallets.com has launched a foldable sleeve pack in the UK to help manufacturers and retailers to make significant efficiency gains when storing, picking and packing across their warehouses.
productProfessor cautions against over-reliance on electric power
AN ASTON University expert has advised government to invest in low carbon fuels alongside electrification.
productRoles created at Port of Tilbury
The Port of Tilbury has created 40 new jobs, including 10 apprenticeships as well as skilled roles, on the back of business growth working with a major global brand customer in the fast-moving consumer goods sector.
newsLogistics Report highlights limited sector recovery
After three years of heightened trading conditions and untold pressures on the supply chain caused by the global pandemic, business group Logistics UK’s annual Logistics Report shows that recovery is starting to be seen across the sector.
articleMars UK and DHL open London Gateway facility
THE PROJECT will reduce Mars UK’s logistics carbon footprint by 7.7% and remove a million miles a year from roads.
newsDHL uses biofuel in Formula 1 contract
DHL is introducing its first truck fleet running on biofuel, deploying 18 new trucks this season to support Formula 1 in its goal of becoming Net Zero by 2030.
articleSurvey: Volatility head and shoulders above other concerns
Fluctuations in demand and volume are creating challenges in the logistics and supply chain management sector, according to a poll from accountancy firm BDO and Barclays Corporate Banking.
productTarmac pledges commitment to net zero logistics
The construction business has signed up to pledged to support Logistics UK’s Route to Net Zero commitment, encouraging those operating across the sector to decarbonise their operations quickly and effectively to help speed up the UK’s path to net zero by 2050.
newsLoving Dad killed by reversing HGV
Two major transport companies have been fined a combined total of £2.2m after ‘a loving dad and husband’ was killed when he was hit by a HGV in Birmingham.
articleNetwork and learn at Tomorrow’s Warehouse
Check out a wealth of expert speakers and 45+ innovative exhibitors at the upcoming Tomorrow’s Warehouse Event at the Coventry CBS Arena on June 8. It’s free to attend with free food and parking, and you earn CPD points to boot.
