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Are heatwaves becoming too dangerous for bus drivers?
London bus drivers have raised concerns during the recent heatwave, claiming that conditions on board buses during the extreme hot weather is compromising safety for them and their passengers.
EU to scrap Customs duty exemption on low-value parcels
The European Union (EU) has announced that it is scrapping Customs duty exemption on parcels low-value parcels, which covers all parcels valued at under €150 (£129.29).
Could US tariffs trigger a 2-year high in global shipping rates?
Freight shipping costs have soared to their highest level in two years, as companies race to build up their inventory before the United States imposes new tariffs, according to a report by the Financial Times.
£219 million funding boost for sustainable aviation in the UK
The £219 million low carbon fuels fund (LCFF), which will launch later this summer, will support the UK production of sustainable aviation fuel, powering up economic growth and supporting thousands of jobs across the country.
New report from GXO identifies transport efficiency, sustainability and technology-led optimisation as key drivers for UK business growth
Sustainability in transport is an increasing priority for UK organisations, but according to a new report from GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: GXO) – The Future of Transport – a growing number admit they don't know how to translate ambition into action.
Transport body challenges Heathrow-First approach to UK airport expansion
A new aviation report calls on the Government to move away from a London- and Heathrow-centric airport expansion strategy and adopt a national integrated aviation framework that better balances regional airport capacity, economic growth, environmental impact and infrastructure investment across the UK.
Focus Pride edition takes top honour at UK publishing's biggest night
Focus, the monthly membership magazine of CILT(UK), has won the Diversity & Inclusion Award at the 2026 Professional Publishers Association (PPA) Awards – the most prestigious honours in the UK publishing industry – recognised for its first-ever dedicated LGBTQ+ Pride edition.
Eight Ways Fleet Operators can Transform Fleet Performance
For businesses running delivery fleets, especially those managing multi-drop routes, transport optimisation software is a necessity.
CILT (UK) partners with The Children's Society to help safeguard transport networks
CILT (UK) are pleased to announce that we have partnered with The Children’s Society to provide our members with discounted access to the ‘Act on Exploitation’ course.
Royal Logistic Corps Institution and CILT (UK) sign Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen professional collaboration
The Royal Logistic Corps Institution (RLCi) and The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT(UK)) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) which strengthens the relationship between the two organisations - reinforcing our shared commitment to professional development across the logistics, transport and supply chain sectors.
