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The future of the industry comes together at CILT (UK)’s Next Generation Conference 2026
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) UK brought together young people and industry newcomers from across the country to learn from professionals and develop their skills at our Next Generation Conference at the John Lewis Distribution Centre in Milton Keynes on Thursday 11th June.
CILT (UK) seeks member input on proposed UK-EU SPS agreement changes
Many members working in the agri-foods and related sectors will be aware of the current negotiations to produce a new Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement with EU for movements between UK and EU.
Sterling whitepaper: AI - Friend or Foe?
Sterling has recently published a whitepaper which examines the evolving role of AI in customer experience and operations, and how businesses can strike the right balance between automation and human touch.
6-hour delays predicted for British travellers this summer
Millions of British travellers heading abroad this summer are being warned to prepare for major delays, with some experts predicting airport queues could reach six hour lengths due to the new European border control rules.
New Civil Aviation Bill pledges to modernise aviation and better protect passengers
The governments new Civil Aviation Bill claims to support airspace modernisation and enhance safety standards for passengers across the UK.
Only 4 in 10 operators feel confident to survive rising fuel prices
The Road Haul Association (RHA) has warned that only 4 in 10 operators (39%) are confident of surviving as fuel prices soar.
Could insurance be affecting the HGV driver shortage?
A new report has challenged UK fleet insurers to publish the data behind the two-year experience rule that keeps many newly qualified HGV drivers out of work.
Mayor admits that London won’t hit their 2030 net-zero target
The mayor of London, Sir Sadiq Khan, has acknowledged that London will not reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2030, and has urged ministers to hand him greater control over energy policy.
‘Oyster card for the north’ to introduce savings for commuters
A proposed travel card for the north of England, based on the model for London’s Oyster system, could save commuters up to £276 a year, according to thinktank data.
Descartes Showcases AI-Enabled Fleet and Last-Mile Innovations at Road Transport Expo 2026
Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, is showcasing its latest artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled fleet, routing, telematics and customer engagement innovations at the Road Transport Expo (RTX), taking place June 30 – 2nd July at the NAEC, Stoneleigh, Warwickshire.
