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24 February 2026

Network Rail and South Western Railway forge closer ties with heritage Watercress Line

Network Rail and South Western Railway (SWR) have signed a collaborative agreement with the Mid-Hants Railway known as The Watercress Line marking a significant step in closer working between the mainline and heritage rail sectors.

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24 February 2026

New road to bring 4,500 homes and thousands of jobs to Lincolnshire

The government has confirmed more than £110 million in funding for the North Hykeham Relief Road in Lincolnshire, a dual carriageway connecting the A46 and A15 near Lincoln.

Policy & GovernmentTransport PlanningNews
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23 February 2026

The Supply Chain & Operations Management Forum is expanding!

As industry challenges grow more complex, collaboration and leadership have never been more important. We are seeking volunteers who want to:

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23 February 2026

Go-Ahead reaches 1,000 zero-emission bus milestone in London

Transport operator, Go-Ahead has announced its London bus fleet has reached a milestone of achieving 1,000 zero-emission busses.

Sustainability & EnvironmentBus & CoachNews
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19 February 2026

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.

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19 February 2026

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.

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18 February 2026

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%.

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18 February 2026

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.

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18 February 2026

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.

Policy & GovernmentRailNews
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18 February 2026

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.

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