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20 January 2026

Chair of the Transport Select Committee says AI will ‘turbocharge’ Britain’s transport network

The government will continue to invest in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technology to improve Britain’s road and rail network, according to the Chair of the Transport Select Committee.

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19 January 2026

35 Under 35: Share your voice in Focus Magazine

Are you 35 or under and shaping the future of logistics, transport and supply chain? We want to hear from you for the 35 under 35 edition of CILT UK's Focus magazine!

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19 January 2026

HGV zero emission transition consultation

The Department for Transport (DfT) is consulting on new regulations to reduce CO2 emissions from heavy goods vehicles and support the transition to zero-emission HGVs. The government aims to phase out sales of new non-zero emission HGVs up to 26 tonnes by 2035, with all HGVs following by 2040.

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19 January 2026

DfT appoints 10 new Aviation Ambassadors to inspire next generation

The government has announced 10 new Aviation Ambassadors with a goal of inspiring future pilots, engineers and air traffic controllers into the sector.

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16 January 2026

Major update on Northern Powerhouse Rail and future Manchester–Birmingham route

The government has published an update on its Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR) programme and confirmed its intention to develop a new rail line between Birmingham and Manchester.

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13 January 2026

Government unveils new road safety strategy

The government has published its first road safety strategy in over a decade, setting a target to reduce deaths and serious injuries on Britain's roads by 65% by 2035.

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13 January 2026

New Chairs announced for Network Rail and DFTO

Richard George and Sir Andrew Haines have been appointed to lead two key railway organisations as the industry undergoes significant restructuring.

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13 January 2026

35 under 35 submissions are now open for 2026

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport UK (CILT(UK)) is looking to recognise 35 logistics, transport and supply chain professionals as part of its prestigious annual initiative.

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12 January 2026

New traffic light grading system reveals how well councils fix potholes

Drivers across England are now able to see how well their local highway authority (LHA) is tackling potholes due to a new traffic light rating system.

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12 January 2026

Transport and logistics professionals recognised in King’s New Year Honours List

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport UK (CILT UK) congratulates transport, logistics and supply chain professionals from across the sector who have been recognised in the King’s New Year Honours List for 2026.

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