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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Decarbonising the right way

As the logistics industry continues to make further developments in exploring more time- and cost-efficient technologies, transporting goods in urban areas – both in terms of supplying retail, industry, or trade, as well as end customers – has progressed and undergone a radical shift in recent years.

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Multimodal 2023 panel discussion: Making a step change in UK freight by water

At Multimodal 2023, the Inland Waterways and Coastal Shipping Panel held an excellent discussion with a very useful focus on practical opportunities, examples and challenges. In this article, Tim Morris from Associated British Ports breaks down what was said…

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Generation Logistics case study: Tom, Sales Branch Manager Europa Road, Heathrow

Tom’s first job in the logistics sector was working as a warehouse operative part-time while he was at college. He then worked as an operator after returning from university on the Belgian and French markets, both imports and exports. 

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Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance apprenticeship increase welcomed but remains insufficient and “fails to recognise the needs of industry”

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.

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Logistics UK shares the Transport Committee’s disappointment regarding government’s response to the Fuelling the Future report

“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.

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Generation Logistics powers into its second year with support from the Department for Transport

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.

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How much could you save by automating warehouse cleaning? 

The warehouse of the future is already a reality today. In all sectors of the logistics industry, businesses are having to be smarter, faster, and more reliable than ever in order to fulfil consumer demands – with many using smart technology, IT and automation to keep up.

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Modal shift is “vital” for decarbonisation across industry, says Logistics UK

Decarbonisation is a priority across the entire logistics industry with steps being taken across transport modes to reach net zero targets, but “we really need a modal shift to make vital further emission reductions,” says Michelle Gardner, Deputy Director of Policy at Logistics UK.

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Generation Logistics case study: Neil, Solution Design Director, Kinaxia

Neil’s interest in logistics piqued after he scratched the surface of the industry during his undergraduate degree.

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A month in the media - June 2023

A variety of issues have hit the headlines during June, and the press office team has ensured Logistics UK and the views of its members continue to be covered.

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A guide to maintaining roadworthy vehicles so “our members remain up to date and vigilant with any new regulations”

Under the Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations 1986 act, which enforcement officers and Traffic Commissioners (TC) refer to for in-service standards, there is a legal requirement for the owner and driver of any motor vehicle and/or trailer to ensure that their load, passenger(s) and the vehicle itself is in the right condition and will not cause any danger either to the operator or someone else.

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Logistics UK announces return of Transport Manager conference series

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.

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Collaboration between industry and government is “essential” to help UK maximise trading opportunities, says Logistics UK

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.

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Logistics UK “strongly welcomes” Ely rail upgrade to remove thousands of lorries from UK roads

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.

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German electric van brand to create 25-strong UK dealer network

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.

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Training for today’s logistics industry is critical no matter your role, says Logistics UK

Logistics is a very complex and versatile industry that continues to support the UK economy and keep our supply chains protected.

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Robert Wynn and Sons Ltd becomes first shipping company to deliver cargo via River Forth to Alloa in over 60 years

The company’s unique heavy-lift roll-on/roll-off barge, Terra Marique, has become the first commercial vessel to transit the River Forth through the iconic Kincardine and Clackmannanshire bridges en route to Alloa.

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Generation Logistics case study: Amy, Innovation Degree Apprentice, CEVA Logistics

Amy didn’t know what she wanted to do when she finished her A levels, or much about logistics. However, now that she’s found her passion she enjoys educating people on just how exciting a career in the industry can prove to be.

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Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (DCPC) reform – what could it mean for you?

At Logistics UK we are always working for our members. This month Chris Yarsley, Senior Policy Manager for Road Freight Regulation, looks at the proposed post-Brexit reform to DCPC...

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Huge new investment in Danish startup Sentispec helps “champion and showcase the innovation taking place in logistics,” says Logistics UK

Sentispec, a company delivering AI-based logistics solutions to customers in six countries, has received a double-digit million-dollar investment from People Ventures and Founderment, who have identified its potential to transform the logistics industry.

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