Kulraj Singh Banwait, Finance Graduate Associate (3rd Year Placement), GXO
Despite the electrification of more than 70% of all passenger train operator rolling stock in the UK, according to the Office of Rail and Road (ORR), the vast majority of Britain’s freight trains remain powered by diesel.
The past month has been another busy one in the Logistics UK press office, with the team continuing to ensure that the business group maintained a significant presence in the news.
More than 200 Logistics UK members, parliamentarians, government officials, senior businesspeople and young people assembled at the Houses of Parliament last week (6 February 2023) to celebrate the passing of a major milestone for the industry-led Generation Logistics campaign.
Logistics has, for many decades, remained something of an enigma. Although it has always been vital for underpinning trade and commercial activity, the general public has not always been aware of how indispensable the industry is to the wider UK economy.
Aviation’s long dependence on CO2-emitting kerosene has made it one of the most difficult transport modes to decarbonise.
Alex Williams, Economic Analyst, Logistics UK
Five apprentices share their stories during National Apprenticeship Week
Highlighting a campaign currently being run by Logistics UK's policy team.
This week (6-12 February 2023) is National Apprenticeship Week, an opportunity for the education and skills sector to celebrate the achievements of apprentices around the country and the contribution they make to businesses.
More than 900 new container ships are scheduled to be delivered between now and 2027, according to news agency Bloomberg. This is estimated to increase the existing capacity by around a quarter.
A clear focus for reducing carbon emissions and driving forward for a greener future has pushed its way up the logistics industry’s agenda in recent years.
While investment in the road network tends to sit near the top of the transport industry’s agenda, the related issue of providing decent facilities for the nation’s army of HGV drivers tends to receive less attention.
Wins recently achieved by the Logistics UK policy team.
Arnold Brighton, Apprentice Data Analyst, DFDS
A comprehensive and reliable public electric vehicle (EV) chargepoint network is critical if the logistics sector is to play its role in helping tackle the climate crisis, reduce carbon emissions and achieve net zero by 2050.
After 12 months of transition and transformation, FORS, the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme, is ready to deliver real change on the ground for its accredited operators in 2023.
The logistics industry has maintained a significant presence in the news over the past month thanks to the efforts of Logistics UK’s press office.
The skills shortage within the UK is an ongoing issue for the logistics industry, and without the government’s full commitment and support to mitigate it, will continue to be a concern for the sector.
Danny left school at 16 and dived straight into work, with the aim of forging a clear and fulfilling career path.
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