By Jonathan Walker, Head of Cities and Infrastructure Policy at Logistics UK
The UK relies on imports to provide a reliable and consistent supply of food for its citizens year-round, with 46% of all food consumed here sourced from other countries.
Finding the right graduate placement for you can be a difficult task, something Freddie knows all too well from his days searching.
With less than seven years before sales of new diesel and petrol vans stop, just over a decade until the sales of new hybrid vans and non-zero emission tailpipe trucks under 26 tonnes cease, and 2040 marking the end of sales of all non-zero emission tailpipe HGVs, there are increasing calls for government to publish a strategy to provide clarity on fleet charging infrastructure.
The UK economy relies on a substantial logistics workforce to keep supply chains running effectively, with 2.7 million individuals currently in the logistics workforce, totalling around 8.2% of UK employment.
For Tom, logistics used to be nothing more than a side hustle – now it’s turned into an exciting new career.
Logistics UK's intrepid policy team work hard for our members to make a meaningful difference to the logistics industry and the businesses that work within it.
In July 2022, the Department for Transport (DfT) published its Jet Zero Strategy, where it sets out the government’s approach to transitioning UK aviation to a net zero industry by 2050. 12 months later, DfT has now released Jet Zero strategy: one year on, to update on its progress.
A passion for technology might be what got Benjamin started on the path to a career in logistics, given he knew little about the sector.
Logistics UK has maintained a significant presence in the news for its members over the past month thanks to the efforts of the press office.
ParkerSteel Ltd, a steel stockholder and processor in the southeast, and the Port of Dover, the UK’s most popular ferry port renowned for its cargo business, are pleased to announce a strategic partnership to advance both organisations’ growth objectives and capitalise on their shared values and expertise.
Ely Junction is a crucial railway interchange with multiple railway lines connecting important economic hubs such as London, the East of England, the Midlands, and beyond. However, congestion and delays are all too common at the junction; it is also operating at full capacity.
Generation Logistics, the industry-led and Government-backed initiative tasked with finding the next generation of logistics talent, has secured backing from the Department for Transport (DfT) to complement on-going sector support, as it continues the communication and education programme into a second year.
To recognize and appreciate the impact of AI on our lives, as part of #AIAppreciationDay we spoke to InstaDeep’s Senior Sales Executive – and AI expert – Nathan Jones, to find out its role in the company, how he’s utilising it and what he thinks its future holds…
By Nichola Mallon, Head of Trade and Devolved Policy
The process of decarbonising operations is an ever-increasing priority for operators as deadlines drawer closer, natural fleet replacement cycles continue and consumers place growing importance on sustainability methods.
Aviation is transitioning to a net zero industry at pace: research, development, and investment into green fuels, aircraft and infrastructure continues to accelerate, and this necessitates the arrival of thousands of new ‘green-skilled’ job roles.
Rob always knew he wanted to work in construction, so when it came to higher education, he chose an RICS-accredited course at Nottingham Trent University.
Calling for a fair transition to a green economy.
As the logistics industry continues to make further developments in exploring more time- and cost-efficient technologies, transporting goods in urban areas – both in terms of supplying retail, industry, or trade, as well as end customers – has progressed and undergone a radical shift in recent years.
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.
Our frequent features will tackle the broader issues affecting logistics such as the COVID-19 vaccination programme, technology and innovation, the political and economic landscape, global trade and the drive to reduce emissions across all transport modes.
Each month we explore a different topic in depth in our popular Compliance section, while each week we will publish answers put to our Member Advice Centre team.
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