Logistics Magazine

Covering the whole of the logistics industry and supply chain, Logistics Magazine tackles the big strategic issues facing the industry – decarbonisation, innovation and automation – as well as the compliance issues so critical to the safety of all transport operations.

The new weekly, digital-only Logistics Magazine includes the following content:

• features on transport issues across all modes – road, rail, sea and air
• interviews with senior people from the government, academia and industry
• news on the latest transport legislation and public consultations
• compliance advice section

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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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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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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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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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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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£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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