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Industry Professionals Invited to Share Views on UK Bus Stations
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport UK (CILT(UK)) is inviting members and professionals from across the bus and coach sector to take part in a new industry survey focused on bus stations.
HRH The Princess Royal Attends CILT(UK) Partnerships Day 2026 Celebrating Change, Culture and Collaboration Across Logistics and Transport
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT(UK)) brought together leaders from across the logistics and transport sector for its annual Partnerships Day on 14 May at the National Space Centre in Leicester.
CILT (UK) Freight & Logistics Policy Group Welcomes Growth Ambition in King’s Speech
Neil Gould, speaking on behalf of the CILT(UK) Freight & Logistics Policy Group, has welcomed the Government’s strong emphasis on economic growth in the King’s Speech, while urging policymakers to ensure that freight, logistics and supply chain operations are fully rooted within future planning.
Best bus operator in England revealed, according to latest survey results
The latest Your Bus Journey survey results have revealed that Nottingham City Transport (NCT) is the best bus operator in England based on passenger satisfaction.
Are privately-owned rail operators more likely to cancel their journeys?
New data from Locals Insider has revealed the UK’s worst train operators for cancellations so far this year, with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast and East Midlands Railway topping the table.
Are shoppers driving unsustainable pressure on air cargo networks through ultra-cheap online buying?
The boom in ultra-cheap online shopping is not only putting growing pressure on the global air cargo system, but also raising urgent questions about its environmental impact, according to the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport UK (CILT UK).
Heathrow sees lowest number of passengers in a year due to ongoing conflict
The number of passengers flying from London Heathrow has dipped, as demand for international travel wavers amid the US/Israel war.
Bus speed limit increase to improve passenger usage
Improved priority measures in England, that increase the average bus speeds by 10%, could generate 147 million additional journeys per year, according to an independent analysis carried out on behalf of the Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT). That is the equivalent to every bus trip in Greater Manchester.
Concerns raised over use of data in logistics
61% of industrial businesses have rated their digital progress as poor or adequate, according to research from Forterro.
Contract rates rise in European road freight market
Contract rates in the European road freight sector have continued to rise in the first quarter of 2026, whilst spot prices have softened, highlighting a growing seperation between the two markets.
