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Holidaymakers warned to brace for higher costs, delays and new EU border system
With just under two weeks till the school holidays, sector experts are warning families and other passengers alike to expect increased uncertainty around international air travel this summer as global tensions, economic pressures, new EU border system and residual fuel price volatility continue to impact global aviation.
CILT (UK) comments on claims that accessible public transport could boost the UK economy by £176 billion
The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) have revealed that the current public transport network is inaccessible for 2.8 million people across the country. They believe that by investing in the UK transport network, making it fully accessible for disabled passengers to commute to work, the economy could see a £176 billion rise.
Andy Burnham proposes higher business rates for warehouses to fund tax-cuts for high-streets
The potential upcoming Labour Party leader, Andy Burnham, has suggested that warehouses and major out-of-town developments should pay higher business rates in order to fund tax cuts for pubs and high-street businesses.
Bus and tram fare freeze extended into Autumn
The mayor of London, Sir Sadiq Khan, and Transport for London (TfL) have announced that single bus and tram fares across London are to be frozen at £1.75 for another four months.
Rail trespassers tracked by drones in attempt to reduce delays
Network Rail has revealed that trespass is the number one reason for delays, with more than 1,100 incidents being reported in the last year – leading to 2,500 hours of delays for passengers.
CILT (UK) celebrates UK Logistics Week by attending the country’s largest industry event
CILT (UK) was delighted to return to Multimodal, the UK and Ireland’s leading supply chain and logistics event, at the NEC in Birmingham from Tuesday 30 June to Thursday 2 July.
XPO Logistics Powers Historic Editions of the Tour de France and the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift as Official Transportation Partner
The Tour de France, the world’s most famous cycling competition, gets underway on July 4, with a team time trial for the first time in 55 years, and XPO Logistics, a leading provider of innovative and sustainable end-to-end logistics solutions across Europe, is once again making sure the wheels of the race turn smoothly.
CILT (UK) announce finalists for 33rd Annual Awards for Excellence
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) UK has announced the finalists for its esteemed 2026 Awards for Excellence.
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).
