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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Latest articles

Protecting Great Britain’s food security as import processes change

The UK relies on imports to provide a reliable and consistent supply of food for its citizens year-round, with 46% of all food consumed here sourced from other countries.

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Generation Logistics case study: Freddie, Graduate Management Trainee, DFDS

Finding the right graduate placement for you can be a difficult task, something Freddie knows all too well from his days searching.

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Campaign highlights: vans to be considered as part of discussions on Zero-Emission HGV Infrastructure Strategy

With less than seven years before sales of new diesel and petrol vans stop, just over a decade until the sales of new hybrid vans and non-zero emission tailpipe trucks under 26 tonnes cease, and 2040 marking the end of sales of all non-zero emission tailpipe HGVs, there are increasing calls for government to publish a strategy to provide clarity on fleet charging infrastructure.

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Urgent information for businesses that move goods to Northern Ireland

Earlier this year, HMRC wrote to businesses with GB addresses who hold an XI Economic Operators Registration and Identification (EORI) number issued before 14 September 2021 to confirm whether they have a permanent business establishment (PBE) in Northern Ireland (NI) or if they still need their XI EORI number for any of a limited list of customs activities. 

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Sign up for Logistics UK’s FREE Urban Logistics and Vans Forum

A brand-new event for 2023, Logistics UK’s Urban Logistics and Vans Forum is offering the chance for anyone operating in vehicle logistics to network and gain invaluable advice and insights from leading industry enterprises – without having to pay a penny.

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Staff shortages halting the wheels of logistics

The UK economy relies on a substantial logistics workforce to keep supply chains running effectively, with 2.7 million individuals currently in the logistics workforce, totalling around 8.2% of UK employment.

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Generation Logistics case study: Tom, Shift Manager, GXO

For Tom, logistics used to be nothing more than a side hustle – now it’s turned into an exciting new career.

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Policy win: Online driver enquiry system extended to Northern Ireland licence holders

Logistics UK's intrepid policy team work hard for our members to make a meaningful difference to the logistics industry and the businesses that work within it.

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Ask the MAC – August 2023

Read the answers to questions frequently put to the Member Advice Centre.

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Legislation update – July 2023

Keep abreast of the live government consultations, recently closed consultations and key announcements.

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UK needs a long-term border solution that keeps freight moving freely, not Operation Brock, urges Logistics UK

As Operation Brock - a contraflow system designed to keep traffic in Kent moving when there is disruption to travel across the English Channel – once again caused delays to those travelling in Kent and across the UK border last weekend, business group Logistics UK is urging government to find a longer-term solution to protect the UK’s supply chain.

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Generation Logistics campaign cuts through to the people and talent that matter – and the numbers prove it

The Generation Logistics awareness campaign was launched last August and some of the statistics it’s generated as it approaches the end of its first year have been nothing short of remarkable.

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Better long-term alternative to Operation Brock is “essential”, urges Logistics UK

Operation Brock – a contraflow system designed to keep traffic in Kent moving when there is disruption to travel across the English Channel –has been deployed once again this weekend ahead of increased levels of holiday traffic heading towards the Short Straits.

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Logistics UK supports call for evidence on Equipment Theft (Prevention) Bill, but urges wider scope

Logistics businesses recently met with Department for Transport officials and, separately, in Parliament, to discuss the issue of freight crime.

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Remembering Logistics UK’s ‘Hero of the Year’ at Van Awards 2022

Logistics UK’s annual Van Awards recognises companies and individuals that have made significant contributions to the industry over the previous 12 months. 

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Operation Brock still in place on M20 ahead of predicted traffic disruption

A record number of post-pandemic passengers are booked to cross the channel in July and August on ferries from Dover and via Le Shuttle.

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Net zero aviation: How much closer are we to lift-off?

In July 2022, the Department for Transport (DfT) published its Jet Zero Strategy, where it sets out the government’s approach to transitioning UK aviation to a net zero industry by 2050. 12 months later, DfT has now released Jet Zero strategy: one year on, to update on its progress.  

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Generation Logistics case study: Benjamin, Innovation Analyst, GXO

A passion for technology might be what got Benjamin started on the path to a career in logistics, given he knew little about the sector.

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Month in the media - July 2023

Logistics UK has maintained a significant presence in the news for its members over the past month thanks to the efforts of the press office.

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Transport secretary urges industry to back Generation Logistics as discounted sponsorship package announced for smaller operations

Following the successful first year of the Generation Logistics campaign – the industry-led initiative tasked with finding the next generation of logistics talent – Transport Secretary Mark Harper announced that the Department for Transport (DfT) will continue to support the programme with a £300,000 contribution.

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