CILT(UK) celebrate 30 years of the Logistics Research Network
CILT(UK) were proud to hold the 30th Annual Logistics Research Network Conference, from Wednesday 2 to Friday 4 September, hosted this year by Liverpool John Moores University.
UK food supply chains need protecting according to new report
A recent report from the National Audit Office (NAO) has revealed that the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) needs to collaborate more closely with households, communities and industry to ensure the UK’s food supply chain can handle increasingly likely disruptions such as extreme weather, cyber-attacks and disease outbreaks.
UKTram provides recommendations to help deliver mass transit schemes across the country
UKTram, the recognised trade body for the light rail sector, has submitted its response to the Mass Transit Taskforce’s call for evidence outlining recommendations to help the UK deliver more efficient and sustainable mass transit schemes.
HGV drivers could be blocked from travelling to Ireland due to new passport rule
From Monday 28 September, HGV drivers travelling between Great Britain and the Republic of Ireland will need to carry a valid passport - even if they are British or Irish citizens.
20mph speed limits to be implemented in new housing developments
The Government supports plans to introduce 20mph speed limits in new housing developments, following recommendations to promote active travel and reduce car usage.
Understanding Home Delivery Personas in 2026
Retailers can no longer treat home delivery as a standard service; however, some businesses are still missing the opportunity that tailored delivery experiences provide.
The UK needs a clear, coordinated airports strategy
CILT(UK), says that the Government’s Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement (HENPS) should: reflect today’s aviation market; set out policy for all UK airports - not just Heathrow; provide much deeper analysis of air freight; set out who will fund and deliver rail and surface access improvements.
CILT(UK) encourages collaboration across supply chains with SSE visit
On Tuesday 25 August, Helen Hardy, CEO of CILT(UK), visited an SSE site in Thatcham for a logistics operations showcase.
Rising costs for UK van drivers with Clean Air Zone fees reaching £780 a year
The growth of Clean Air Zones (CAZ) across the UK means more van drivers are being affected by access fees and penalty charges.
Air freight in the EU back to pre-Covid levels
New statistics reveal recent aviation trends, including a rise in air freight and non-scheduled flights.
