Working with independent modelling experts MDS Transmodal, Logistics UK’s exclusive insight examines the potential impact of delays on trade across the Channel Short Straits – the route between Dover and Calais – on the UK economy.
David Wells OBE, CEO of Logistics UK, joined MPs, businesses and industry leaders at a parliamentary reception 5 September to highlight the benefits that the delivery of the crossing would have for the UK economy and exports.
The party conference season has begun and the Logistics UK team is across it all, talking to the key opinion leaders and policy makers from across the UK, hosting events at the Labour and Conservative conferences and networking at the Liberal Democrat and SNP conferences too.
The award winning campaign opens sponsorship opportunities for year three.
Members are advised to check their existing vehicle permits as soon as possible ahead of rule changes.
Following years of delay due to readiness concerns, the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) will be launched on 10 November; this will require non-EU travellers to provide biometric information, such as fingerprints and facial scans, at the border.
The Generation Logistics campaign is raising awareness of the sector and the wide range of logistics roles available among young people.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer refused to rule out an end to the current fuel duty freeze when questioned by journalists during a whistlestop tour of Germany yesterday raising concerns that the logistics sector could see the cost of a litre of diesel increase by 5p.
The crossing - which has already seen a series of weekend closures this year - will remain open northbound, according to Transport for London (TfL). The Woolwich Ferry, Rotherhithe Tunnel and Tower Bridge are all expected to be busier.
It was announced in the 2022 Autumn Statement (17 November 2022), that HM Treasury planned to introduce vehicle excise duty (VED) for electric vehicles, including cars, vans and motorcycles, from April 2025.
Network Rail has launched its Access Charges Discount Policy, with the policy being open to both passenger and freight operators.
Logistics UK has today revealed the shortlist for its prestigious Logistics Awards 2024, the industry’s blue riband event that recognises the achievement of businesses and individuals from across the sector which powers all parts of the economy.
You might think that being able to order something online and have it delivered the very next day is impressive enough. Well, strap yourselves in because, if current trials go to plan, you could be receiving your order within an hour of placing it.
Generation Logistics, the award-winning awareness campaign for the sector, is continuing to innovate in the ways people consider careers in logistics with the use of three innovative AdVans to coincide with GCSE results day.
The UK government, NATO and Ukraine are leading an international campaign to Make Noise For Ukraine on Ukrainian Independence Day.
This week a contractor delivering for Amazon lost his life when his van was hijacked while he was working. Logistics UK sends its sincerest condolences to the driver’s family for this tragic loss.
To help operators streamline the coordination of training plans across their teams, Logistics UK has launched a new “one-stop” booking site for its industry-leading virtual and in-person training courses.
The entries have been reviewed and the judges have made their decisions. The big question is... who made the shortlist?
HMRC has launched a ‘Tax avoidance: don’t get caught out’ communications campaign targeted at contractors. The campaign advises taxpayers how to spot avoidance schemes, explains the risks involved and how to report a suspicious scheme to HMRC.
In the latest in-depth programme from Executive TV, 'Going Green in Transport', the sector’s efforts to decarbonise, the challenges as well as the solutions will be examined, featuring leading companies from across the UK, including Logistics UK.
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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