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Transport professionals showcase innovation and share knowledge at annual Transport Practitioners Meeting
CILT(UK) and PTRC’s annual Transport Practitioners’ Meeting (TPM) was held last month at Manchester Metropolitan University. The event attracted over 250 transport professionals delivering over 120 presentations over two days.
Williams Shipping acquires Aberdeen-based GIF Transport and Logistics
Williams Shipping has completed the acquisition of Aberdeen-based GIF Transport and Logistics alongside purchasing a significant parcel of land in Dyce, marking a strategic expansion for the marine and logistics services provider.
University partnership creates carbon cost calculator for vehicle components
Aston University Business School has teamed up with West Bromwich manufacturer Metal Assemblies to create what has been described as a ‘UK First,’ calculating and reporting the carbon cost of every metal component used in car production.
Last-mile logistics company Minimal establishes new London base to double production
Minimal, a London-based technology company tackling last-mile emissions, has announced the establishment of its new 10,751 ft² headquarters at Prologis Park Royal DC5.
Traffic commissioners publish 2024-25 annual report
The Traffic Commissioners for Great Britain published their 2024-25 annual report to the Secretary of State yesterday, detailing performance against strategic objectives and evaluating the current state of the transport industry.
Alexander Dennis launches electric repowering solution for diesel buses
Double-decker bus manufacturer Alexander Dennis has announced a new electric repowering solution for its diesel buses through a partnership with engineering firm KleanDrive, launching the AD Repower solution.
UK launches £1,500 electric car discount scheme
The UK government has introduced a new grant scheme offering £1,500 discounts on electric vehicles, with the first eligible models announced today (5 August 2025).
Transpennine Route achieves 25% electrification milestone promising faster and greener northern travel
Electrification, systems and bridge upgrades along the rail line between Church Fenton and York has been completed today, as part of the government’s £11 billion Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) pledge.
The Greatest Gathering: Celebrating 200 years of Britain’s railways
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport attended The Greatest Gathering in Derby from 2 to 3 August, an event that brought together one of the largest-ever gatherings of historic and modern trains and rail-related exhibits.
CILT(UK) aviation expert reacts to latest Heathrow runway plans
After a competing bidder submitted a proposal to rival Heathrow airport's third runway expansion plans, the competition to oversee the multibillion-pound project has been thrown wide open.
