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FAI and DHL renew lasting partnership to keep Irish football moving
DHL Express Ireland and the Football Association of Ireland (FAI) has announced a new agreement extending DHL’s role as its official logistics partner.
Evri Trials Autonomous Delivery Robots in Barnsley
Evri has begun a three-month trial of autonomous delivery robots in Barnsley, working in partnership with Delivers AI The pilot programme will explore how robotics can enhance last-mile parcel deliveries while supporting local couriers and expanding delivery options for customers.
Heathrow raises sustainable aviation fuel target for fifth consecutive year
Heathrow Airport has announced it is increasing its Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) incentive scheme for 2026, setting a new target of 5.6% SAF uplift, 2% above the UK Government's mandatory requirement of 3.6%.
TfL trials new bus shelter designs across London
Transport for London (TfL) has begun a 12-month trial of new bus shelter designs at 27 locations across London, aimed at improving accessibility, safety and passenger experience.
Welsh rail network set for major expansion with seven new stations
The UK and Welsh Governments have jointly announced a long-term commitment to transform Wales' rail network, including the construction of seven new stations and a funding package understood to total up to £14 billion across a pipeline of future projects.
Electric vehicle batteries explored as backup power for disabled households
Motability Operations has been named as a delivery partner on Power Wheels, an Ofgem-funded innovation project examining how electric vehicle (EV) batteries could support disabled and medically dependent households during power outages.
Important message for hauliers with UK Visitor Visa
The UK is moving to a fully digital immigration system. Physical documents such as visitor‑visa vignette stickers are being replaced with eVisas. This strengthens security, reduces dependency on paper documents and enables carriers across all modes to complete automated checks against Home Office records, improving the travel experience.
Planning permission granted to ‘futureproof’ Liverpool Street Station
Network Rail has confirmed planning permission has been granted to “futureproof” Liverpool Street station following an application that was submitted last May to the Planning Committee of the City of London.
CILT(UK) launches Women in Supply Chain & Transport event
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport UK (CILT UK) is proud to announce its Women in Supply Chain & Transport event, taking place on Thursday 5 March at CEVA-EMG, East Midlands.
Free Bus Pass age rises to 67 in England from April
As Reported in the Mirror online, The Department for Transport has announced that from April, the qualifying age for free bus passes in England will increase from 66 to 67, aligning with changes to the State Pension age.
