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Our features section tackles the broader issues affecting logistics, such as the political and economic landscape, COVID-19, Brexit, automation and global trade.

Urban logistics in need of vital space, says Logistics UK

In 2018, 1.7 billion people worldwide lived in a city with at least one million inhabitants, with government statistics from 2020 estimating that 82.9% of the UK’s population lives in an urban area.

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Generation Logistics case study: Evelina Slavova, Business Improvements Apprentice, Amazon

For Evelina, the decision to apply to Amazon’s apprenticeship scheme was life changing.

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Policy Win - UK-EU trade deal

Logistics UK has been calling on government to build on opportunities within the review of the UK EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) due in 2026.

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CoolKit concept-build is the icing on the cake for Lola’s Cupcakes

CoolKit has teamed up with popular London-based cupcake business, Lola’s Cupcakes, to create an industry-first van conversion innovation.

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Keeping vehicles safe: A DVSA perspective

DVSA has just published its strategy and vision to 2030, which begins to explore the prospect of the huge change that technology can bring for all of us.

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Generation Logistics case study: Matteo Longoni, Trainee Logistics Assistant Apprentice, Malcolm Logistics

Matteo wasn’t even aware of the Trainee Logistics Assistant Apprenticeship Scheme when he first applied to work at Malcolm Logistics.

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A month in the media – September 2023

The logistics industry has maintained its presence in the news over the past month thanks to the efforts of Logistics UK’s press office, with key topics generating coverage of note including decarbonisation, border issues and driver facilities.

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Are AI robots the future solution for last-mile delivery? Interview with Olly Craughan, Head of Sustainability at DPD Group UK

Following a successful trial in Milton Keynes – which saw autonomous delivery robots perform more than 2,500 deliveries, covering 500 miles of pavements and tracks – parcel delivery company DPD Group UK has confirmed plans to bring these robots to 10 more UK towns and cities in the next 12 months. 

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Generation Logistics case study: Elise Harris, CEVA, Tender Management Support

Growing up with a parent who worked in logistics, Elise felt she already had the base of knowledge needed to seek out her own career within the industry.

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Working for our members: The Public Affairs team takes on party conference season

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.

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The battle for values-driven customers: three steps for reducing emissions in the last mile

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.

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Building the truck of the future: Legislative timelines and safety design

By John Comer, Head of Product Management at Volvo Trucks UK and Ireland

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Generation Logistics case study: Edward Knight, Driver Trainer Instructor, HOYER

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.

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Campaign highlight: Logistics UK’s latest report on skills published

Logistics UK has published the Logistics Skills Review 2023, looking at the latest skills challenges and opportunities facing the sector.

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New insurance offering slashes costs and saves time for FORS Accredited Operators

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.

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Vehicle safety in an autonomous world: an interview

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.

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Safe loading security practices: What you need to know and how Logistics UK can help

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.  

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Generation Logistics Case Study: Abby Rennie, Vehicle and Asset Sales Advisor, MB Plant

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.

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Policy wins: Planning System - Logistics UK calls for reforms

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.

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From share of wallet to “share of life” with reverse logistics

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.

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