Government funding is set to revolutionise northern rail, reducing journey times and enhancing reliability for both passengers and freight operators.
A snapshot of where the Logistics UK policy team have been and who they've seen in the past week.
Rivian’s all-electric commercial van comes in two variants: the 500 Series and the 700 Series, using advanced Lithium Ferrophosphate (LFP) battery technology and offering flexible solutions for daily logistics operations.
Rachel Forsythe, Customs Compliance Manager – Unipart Company
Barbara Marchewka, Transport Team Manager – Co-op
The carbon-emission friendly 136-metre (450-foot) Neoliner Origin was floated at the Turkish port of Tuzla on 31 January and will now undergo six months of fitting out.
Jointly hosted by Great British Railways Transition Team (GBRTT) and Logistics UK, Demystifying Rail Freight is a workshop aimed at simplifying the rail freight industry for new entrants, helping them to overcome any perceived barriers to entry.
The investment could see 30 new UK railway stations with passenger and freight journey times slashed.
The defence sector faces evolving threats and rapid technological advancements. Adaptation is crucial. From digital twins to strategic logistics partnerships, innovative solutions are reshaping how the sector manages resources and maintains operational readiness. Here's how forward-thinking organisations are leading this transformation.
French company Dangel offers complete transformation of the traditional drive train, adding an electric motor on the rear axle and a battery to power it.
Thought leadership event for senior decision-makers within the logistics industry. The logistics industry seems to be constantly facing disruption to supply chains, which is highlighting their critical importance to the success of businesses in the UK!
Last week (29 January), Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves delivered a speech outlining the government’s plans for economic growth, in which she confirmed government support for a number of nationally important infrastructure projects, which Logistics UK has long called for.
Network Rail has announced it is working with freight operators to run longer freight trains across its network.
Brooke Neilson, PR & Communication Officer – BIFA
Flexis, the joint venture between Renault Group, Volvo Group and CMA CGM, has unveiled its range of vehicles and services to be launched in 2026.
Amazon is preparing to launch its "60 minute" drone delivery service in the UK, with plans to begin operations in Darlington, north-east England.
The logistics industry has maintained a significant presence in the news during January thanks to the efforts of Logistics UK’s press office. The team provided comment and opinion to journalists on a variety of issues over the month, including infrastructure announcements, rail freight and decarbonisation.
The UK van market closed out 2024 on a high, posting its strongest overall performance in three years. With 351,834 new light commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations, the market grew by 3.0%, driven by strong December sales of 27,221 units.
The Connected Places Catapult is inviting logistics businesses to put themselves forward as potential test beds for new innovations.
MAG (Manchester Airports Group) which owns and operates East Midlands Airport (EMA) has announced that Prologis, the leading logistics property owner, developer and investor, as its partner to take forward the development of a new industrial logistics and advanced manufacturing park near EMA.
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