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Logistics UK “delighted” to see Manston Airport reach for the skies once again

A bid to block the Development Consent Order (DCO) granting approval to reopen the airport site near Ramsgate was thrown out by a High Court judge last Friday following a two-day hearing in July.

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Southbound Blackwall Tunnel closed 30 Sep-2 Oct and 7-9 Oct

From 00:01 on Saturday 30 September until 05:00 on Monday 2 October and from 00:01 on Saturday 7 October until 05:00 on Monday 9 October the Blackwall Tunnel will be closed for southbound traffic, and all drivers will be required to take alternative routes.

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Urban Logistics and Vans Forum makes its debut in London

Vehicle operators across the logistics industry were invited to attend Logistics UK’s first ever Urban Logistics and Vans Forum today at the Hilton London Euston Hotel.

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“Are you prepared for autumn driving conditions?” asks National Highways 

Saturday 23 September marked the UK’s official start of autumn, so National Highways is encouraging drivers to be prepared before they travel, by carrying out checks to ensure their vehicle is ready for the damp, cold and foggy conditions which are likely around the corner.  

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Logistics UK says changes to decarbonisation deadlines is last thing industry needs

Speaking after Wednesday’s press conference by the Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, David Wells OBE, Chief Executive of business group Logistics UK, has made it clear what he thinks about the proposed delay.

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Everything you need to know about London’s new Direct Vision Standard (DVS)

In October 2024, new safety standards are due for HGVs operating in London with Transport for London (TfL) launching its Progressive Safe System (PSS) to replace the current Safe System.

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Driver Academy Group helps 1,300 new HGV drivers get behind the wheel

New data from the Driver Academy Group, the consortium leading the government-funded HGV driver training comprising workforce solutions group Manpower and Logistics UK, has revealed that more than 1,300 HGV driving trainees have passed their practical test since the scheme was launched and are ready to drive.

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Logistics UK hosts decarbonisation panel to help industry

With logistics businesses continuing to face increasing financial pressures as a result of the switch to zero emission vehicles, significant questions are being raised by the industry over the energy infrastructure required to support a fair transition to a green economy.

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Transport Manager 2023 kicks off in Yeovil

Today sees the opening salvo of Logistics UK’s popular annual Transport Manager conference series, with the first event held at the Haynes Motor Museum in Yeovil.

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Winners of Logistics UK Van Awards 2023 announced

Six highly deserving businesses and individuals from across the logistics industry are celebrating this week following the announcement of Logistics UK’s Van Awards 2023.  

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£8m for UK HGV drivers: Improved roadside facilities the aim as winners of government funding announced

On 11 September 2023, in its ongoing bid to help recruit and retain HGV drivers, the government has awarded £8 million – with a further £11 million to be allocated from industry – to provide significant upgrades to 39 roadside facilities across England.

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Interview with Richard Holden, Roads Minister (11/09/23)

In the wake of the government announcing the 39 roadside operators which have won government funding to the tune of £8m – supported by a £11m injection from the private sector – Logistics Magazine grabbed five minutes with Roads Minister, Richard Holden to discuss the improvements that will be funded by the grants.

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Logistics UK’s popular Transport Manager conference comes to Northern Ireland in October

With its own dedicated programme offering specific support and advice for the logistics industry in Northern Ireland, Logistics UK’s popular Transport Manager conference is returning to the Culloden Estate & Spa, Belfast on 5 October 2023 for a full day of exclusive talks, topical information and peer-to-peer networking opportunities.

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Can you help RHA move supplies to Poland for Ukrainian humanitarian aid?

Following on from Logistics UK’s successful Supply Ukraine initiative, launched at the start of the war in the region, the Road Haulage Association (RHA) is currently identifying possible support among hauliers to move some much-needed humanitarian supplies to Poland.

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Government announce support for UK SAF Industry

The UK government has announced the implementation of a revenue certainty programme to boost SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) production in the UK. As part of the Energy Bill, the government has tabled legislation that will launch a consultation on options for designing and implementing the scheme.

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First EV-only factory in North-West shows “government has right plan for UK's automotive sector”

Battery-powered vans rolled off the assembly line at the Ellesmere Port plant this week as the UK’s first electric vehicle factory began production.

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Government partnership with logistics industry could unlock £3.9bn in economic growth

More targeted government investment – combined with action to improve the flow of goods across borders and a commitment to work in closer partnership with the logistics sector – could boost GDP by £3.9 billion per annum by 2030 and generate enough revenue to finance the salaries of 20,000 nurses, according to a new independent report by Oxford Economics on behalf of business group Logistics UK. 

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TfL’s new Direct Vision Standard ignores industry concerns, says Logistics UK and RHA in joint statement

The Road Haulage Association (RHA) and Logistics UK, the two main groups representing the UK’s hauliers, have expressed disappointment that the new Direct Vision Standard (DVS), published on 5 September 2023 by Transport for London (TfL), does not take into account concerns that have already been expressed by industry.

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First annual Logistics Finance Forum is a “great opportunity” for sector leaders

Logistics UK, in its role as one of the UK’s leading business groups, will host the Logistics Finance Forum 2023 next week, its first annual senior engagement event for leaders within the logistics industry.

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Prime Minister urged to press on with Future of Transport Bill by 50+ transport technology companies and Logistics UK

A letter to the Prime Minister signed by over 50 businesses in the intelligent transport sector has called on the government to move forward with a Future of Transport Bill in the upcoming King’s Speech.

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