Logistics UK’s new Public Affairs team was established in January, to provide public affairs experts to support Logistics UK’s increased focus on government engagement with politicians and parliamentarians. With political party conference season upon us, it will be an excellent chance to increase the profile of logistics across central government.
As environmental concerns become more important for consumers, they are gravitating towards products and brands that they see as taking steps to minimise their impact.
By John Comer, Head of Product Management at Volvo Trucks UK and Ireland
Before 2015, Edward had worked in a variety of different roles, from collecting food waste to retail management, but working in transport had always appealed to him, so when an opportunity came up with HOYER, he didn’t hesitate to apply.
Logistics UK has published the Logistics Skills Review 2023, looking at the latest skills challenges and opportunities facing the sector.
FORS, the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme, has collaborated with its Insurance Partner, SJL Insurance Services, to offer accredited operators access to a new, bespoke insurance product to help them save time and money.
We sat down with Mark Cracknell, Programme Director at Zenzic, to find out more about how he’s helping accelerate the deployment of connected and automated mobility to deliver benefits to UK businesses and the travelling public.
Logistics UK worked with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), along with other industry stakeholders, to review and update the load security code of practice guide; this was published in July 2023.
Abby Rennie is 19 years old but already has a well-rounded view on the logistics world and has become a real asset in her position as Vehicle and Asset Advisor at MB Plant in Peterhead, Scotland.
Logistics UK has been calling for reform to national infrastructure planning, given the vital role of the planning system in delivering an efficient logistics sector.
Reverse logistics can be a costly and complex process for retailers. Shipping, handling, and processing returned items can lead to increased costs and management overheads. Furthermore, managing reverse logistics can be a complex task, especially for ecommerce businesses that operate across multiple channels and locations.
There aren’t many career choices that can match logistics for breadth of experience and opportunity. That’s certainly been Esther’s experience, who joined DFDS after graduation as a management trainee.
Logistics UK has maintained a significant presence in the news over the past month on behalf of its members, thanks to the efforts of the press office team.
The railway network is an indispensable part of Great Britain’s economy, transporting 10.48 billion net tonne miles of rail freight in 2022 – an increase of 11.3% from 2021.
The DVSA’s Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness (GTMR) – a logistics business’s handbook for driving on Britain’s roads and keeping themselves and their vehicles compliant – was updated in April 2023 to improve guidance to operators and maintenance providers.
The decarbonisation of global maritime logistics continues at pace, with recent developments accelerating the transition to zero-emission sea freight.
“I ‘fell’ into logistics almost seven years ago not knowing what I wanted to do," says Callum. "After various roles within GXO I was given the opportunity to take the position as Site Manager, a position with a lot of opportunities for development.”
Does a smooth journey to net zero exist? How can you properly track progress? And what does it look like for a massive logistics operation? We spoke to Dr Nicholas Head, Head of Sustainability for UK and Ireland at XPO Logistics, who has some answers…
Once the jewel of the air cargo industry, Manston Airport was closed to air traffic in 2015 to enable the space to be used as an temporary lorry park in times of cross-Channel travel disruption.
Before her graduate scheme at GXO, the word ‘logistics’ could have meant anything to Katie. “In all honesty, I didn’t know what the word meant!” she admits. “However, I did know there must be a process for my ASOS parcels to reach my door!”
Logistics Magazine will cover all the latest news on stories breaking in the industry, including developments on COVID-19, Brexit, Clean Air Zones, transport law and decarbonisation.
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