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30 June 2025

Energy Networks Association launches guidance on connecting transport assets to grid

Energy Networks Association (ENA) has created a new tool to help businesses introduce or expand their electric transport assets.

Sustainability & EnvironmentLogistics & Supply ChainNews + 3 more
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27 June 2025

Government announce £750,000 fund to boost young people's access to aviation careers

The government has launched a new £750,000 funding initiative aimed at breaking down barriers and encouraging more young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to pursue careers in aviation.

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26 June 2025

Amazon unveils £40b UK investment with major boost to logistics infrastructure

Amazon has announced plans to invest £40 billion in the UK over the next three years, with a major emphasis on expanding its national logistics network.

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26 June 2025

TfL announce solar energy deal to power London Underground

Transport for London has signed a 15-year Power Purchase Agreement with EDF Renewables UK, via its subsidiary Longfield Solar Energy Farm Limited, to supply solar electricity to the London Underground.

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25 June 2025

CILT(UK) celebrates three years of Generation Logistics at Parliamentary Reception

CILT (UK) joined industry colleagues at the Terrace Pavilion in the House of Commons on 24 June to mark three years of the Generation Logistics campaign, as part of Generation Logistics Week.

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25 June 2025

Industrial Strategy recognises freight and logistics sector’s vital contribution to UK economy

The government has announced a ten-year Industrial Strategy focused on reducing energy costs for manufacturing businesses, which could have indirect implications for logistics and supply chain operators.

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24 June 2025

Yusen Logistics implements 165-Robot automation system at Northampton facility

Yusen Logistics has contracted mobile robotics company Geek+ to deploy 165 Shelf-to-Person robots at its 1.2 million square foot distribution centre in Northampton.

Technology & InnovationFreight ForwardingNews + 2 more
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24 June 2025

DPD announces £330m investment in seven new distribution centres

UK parcel delivery company, DPD, has announced a new investment of £330 million to build seven state-of-the-art distribution centres in the next two years.

Technology & InnovationFreight ForwardingNews + 4 more
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24 June 2025

From professional development to policy solutions: CILT(UK)'s comprehensive agenda at Multimodal 2025

CILT(UK) was delighted to exhibit once again at the UK's largest sector trade show, Multimodal, from 17-19 June.

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18 June 2025

CILT(UK) appoints new interim Chief Executive Officer

Anna-Jane Hunter, Chair of the CILT(UK) Board, announces that Paul Adams has left CILT(UK) as Chief Executive Officer and is pursuing other opportunities.

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