XPO, a leading provider of transport and logistics solutions in Europe, will serve as the official transport partner for the Tour de France for the 43rd time this year, but with a difference – its fleet will be powered by sustainable biofuel for the first time, reducing carbon emissions by up to 90%.
Speaking on 4 July after the government announced a call for evidence on freight, logistics and the planning system, Jonathan Walker, Head of Cities and Infrastructure Policy at Logistics UK said: “The call for evidence on freight, logistics and the planning system is long awaited, much needed and should act as a catalyst for long-term planning reforms that recognise the importance of our industry.
As of 30 June 2023, traders can now reclaim duty on goods moving into Northern Ireland which do not subsequently move into the EU, after HMRC launched its Duty Reimbursement Scheme.
With less than a week to go until Logistics UK’s Next Generation Van conference, the business group is urging anyone who wishes to attend to book now to avoid disappointment.
Costs are undoubtedly a key concern for all sectors of the UK economy currently, including the logistics sector.
Following the outcome of the exceptional funding review for apprenticeships, Logistics UK has expressed its disappointment at the small increase in funding for the Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance apprenticeship.
“While government’s response did note it would publish a Low Carbon Fuels (LCFs) Strategy, something Logistics UK has been consistently calling for,” says Michelle Gardner, Deputy Director of Policy, “this strategy is now over six months late.
Generation Logistics, the industry-led and Government-backed initiative tasked with increasing awareness and finding the next generation of logistics talent, has secured backing from the Department for Transport (DfT) as it continues the communication and education programme into a second year.
Logistics UK’s Transport Manager conference series, now in its 23rd year, will return in autumn 2023 with live events at 10 venues around the UK as well as a virtual event.
Speaking at Trade Unlocked (held in Birmingham on 20 June 2023), Logistics UK’s Director of Policy, Kate Jennings, highlighted the importance of frictionless trade to the UK economy and the need for continuous engagement with government to address the challenges surrounding decarbonisation, trade and skills that currently limit further trading and investment opportunities.
Improving a rail junction in Ely would remove about 100,000 lorry journeys from UK roads per year, according to a new report, Keeping Trade on Track.
B-ON, the German electric van brand, is partnering with International Motors Limited (IML) to establish a 25-strong dealer network in the UK before the end of 2023.
The Blackwall Tunnel will be closed to southbound traffic on Saturday 24 June at 1.00am to Monday 26 June at 5.00am through to the junction with Blackwall Lane while work is carried out to install a footbridge to improve cycling and walking across the river.
With just one month until entries for Logistics UK's Van Awards 2023 close on 14 July 2023, the business group is urging companies to make their final nominations for the awards.
Commercial drivers are being ignored when it comes to their right to use proper hygiene and rest facilities while working, according to business group Logistics UK.
As representative bodies of the logistics industry, both the Road Haulage Association (RHA) and Logistics UK welcome that Transport for London’s (TfL) new Direct Vision Standard (DVS) plans will be subject to review by London Councils before implementation.
After three years of heightened trading conditions and huge pressures on the supply chain caused by the global pandemic, business group Logistics UK’s annual Logistics Report (released on 13 June 2023) shows that recovery is starting to be seen across the sector.
“I am delighted that Logistics UK is once again, a strategic partner to the Multimodal conference at the NEC in Birmingham in 2023,” said Logistics UK Chief Executive, David Wells.
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has announced an extension to the vehicle scrappage scheme associated with the expansion of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), to now include London-based small businesses.
Following a meeting at Transport for London (TfL) on 24 May, Logistics UK and the Road Haulage Association (RHA) have issued a joint letter to the Mayor of London, the Deputy Mayor for Transport and the TfL Commissioner.
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