Nationwide, the logistics industry is working tirelessly to achieve net zero emissions and work together with government to ensure our sector can meet the 2050 deadline.
On 9 May 2023, Logistics UK submitted its response to the Department for Transport (DfT)’s consultation on night-time noise abatement objectives for the designated airports Gatwick, Heathrow and Stansted.
Even if you study a very specific subject at university, the door to an exciting career in logistics is never shut, as Megan found out when she left higher education.
Logistics UK has welcomed the Department for Transport’s decision, following requests over many years, to end the longer semi-trailer trial and to bring these vehicles into general circulation.
Decarbonisation is a top priority for the logistics sector as the UK deadline of net zero by 2050 draws closer. Together, the sector has been working proactively to share knowledge and participate in trials to introduce new technologies and explore opportunities for modal shift. However, despite industry’s drive to decarbonise, significant barriers remain.
Why returning CHEP pallets is good for everyone
Rail continues to pave the way for decarbonising transport and helping the UK to reach its targets for achieving net zero by 2050.
After graduating with a degree in International Business and French, Hannah joined Hoyer in April 2016 as a Fuels Planner.
A variety of issues have hit the headlines during May, and the press office team has ensured Logistics UK and the views of its members continue to be covered.
FORS, the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme, has joined forces with Project EDWARD, the UK’s biggest platform for showcasing good practice in road safety, to promote road safety standards.
When Jim Al-Khalili talks, people listen. As well as a multiple award-winning science communicator, writer, broadcaster and leading academic making fundamental contributions to theoretical physics, he is a regular presenter of TV science documentaries, such as the Bafta nominated Chemistry: A Volatile History, and hosts the long-running weekly BBC Radio 4 programme, The Life Scientific.
The logistics industry is the backbone of our economy and by using multimodal transportation, covering rail, road, shipping, and air, it keeps our supply chains protected and the country resilient.
“What really attracted me and excited me about my role was trying to find out how a parcel arrives at your home,” Jas begins, excitedly. “What milestones does your parcel go through when you click ‘Order’ on a job? How does it get to your doorstep? That was what provoked the intrigue in me.”
Ben Garratt, Deputy Director, Public Affairs
Logistics businesses are essential to supporting the UK economy and providing security to our supply chains.
The maritime supply chain is critical for our global competitiveness; the UK is an island nation and 90% of everything we buy arrives at our shores by sea.
Highlighting a campaign currently being run by Logistics UK's policy team.
Alex had very little idea what she wanted to pursue after completing her GCSEs, so she opted for A levels in health and social care and double business to concentrate on the things she found interesting while keeping her options open.
Wins recently achieved by Logistics UK's policy team.
While the UK is waiting for the government to progress the Zero Emission Road Freight demonstrators (ZERFT) to help identify a suitable zero-tailpipe carbon emission solution for large HGVs, the German government is focussing on a funded and structured approach to testing static charging, ehighway and hydrogen solutions.
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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