The Great Coach Comeback: Why Britain's most overlooked mode of transport is back in the fast lane
UK coach travel is undergoing a renaissance, with the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT(UK)) encouraging holidaymakers to consider one of Britain's most transformed modes of transport as the summer travel season kicks off.
Fare dodging loophole leads to crackdown by major train operator
A major train operator has launched a considerable crackdown on passengers deliberately purchasing tickets for only a portion of their journey, typically the ending, a practice known as ‘short-faring’.
Major UK airport warns that they are running out of fuel
Airlines have been warned that the UK's second largest airport is facing a fuel shortage, sparking fears of severe disruption during the ongoing summer holidays.
£750,000 investment to launch aviation careers for the next generation
Thousands of young people across the UK are being encouraged to consider careers in aviation, as, on Wednesday 29 July, organisations across the country were invited to apply for a share of £750,000 through the latest round of the Reach for the Sky Challenge Fund.
Fast-track for mayors to build new trams and transport links
The Transport Secretary has revealed that mayors are now being given a fast-track route to building new tramways, roads and light rail.
Government launches review of UK maritime syllabus to ensure training is fit for the future
A new rolling five-year review of seafarer syllabus has been launched by the government to ensure high-quality training to secure the future of the industry.
CILT(UK) welcomes Government’s New Skills Pathway but calls for logistics to be at the heart of growth
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT(UK)) has welcomed the Prime Minister’s recent Prime Minister's announcement that from 2028, 14-year-olds will be able to combine core academic study with early access to work experience, practical skills training, improved careers advice and stronger employer engagement.
England’s best and worst roads revealed
The M27 has been named England’s worst motorway by drivers, as results from a new survey are released.
Heathrow’s expansion could risk thousands of jobs
An economic paper, published by the Department for Transport in June, has revealed that expanding Heathrow airport will take thousands of jobs from other regions of the UK, including almost 10,000 from the West Midlands alone.
Could the UK be due to get another underground rail service?
Only four cities in the UK currently have underground transport systems – but could Cambridge become the fifth?
