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FedEx to open two new logistics hubs by 2029 and ‘unlock growth for UK businesses’
Express transportation company FedEx has announced plans to open two new state-of-the-art logistics hubs close to its existing Kingsbury/Atherstone and Marston Gate sites.
HaulageHub and Menzies Distribution extend partnership with new five-year contract
HaulageHub, the digital freight marketplace, has secured a five-year contract extension with logistics firm, Menzies Distribution, to enhance logistics efficiency and reduce empty-running and CO2 emissions.
UK sign agreement to forge direct rail link with Switzerland
A direct and sustainable rail link connecting the UK to Switzerland could soon become reality after the Transport Secretary announced that a deal has been signed with the Swiss Federal government to commence discussions for its development.
New analysis shows industrial and logistics sector investment reaches £393m in Q1
New analysis by Avison Young, a global commercial real estate services firm has revealed that the UK industrial and logistics sector investment activity has increased by 9% year-on-year in Q1.
Council trials electric recycling truck powered by solar panels
Bath & North East Somerset Council are trialling an electric recycling collection truck powered by electricity generated from solar panels at Keynsham Recycling Hub.
Government pledges support for UK's £6b coach industry
Local Transport Minister Simon Lightwood visited Star Coaches in Batley today, pledging renewed government support for the UK coach sector that employs 42,000 people nationwide.
GXO land seven year contract with NHS Supply Chain
NHS Supply Chain has awarded a seven-year contract to GXO to manage its logistics services for storing and delivering healthcare products.
TfL unveils plan to halve fare evasion across all services
Transport for London has unveiled plans to expand its team of professional investigators as part of a comprehensive strategy to tackle fare evasion across its network.
Innovative rail project aims to make freight industry more eco-friendly
Experts have announced that an ‘innovative’ project exploring the use of hydrogen fuel cell technology in the rail freight industry has the potential to create opportunities within the local supply chain.
PD Ports announces Teesport Offshore Gateway development proposals
PD Ports has unveiled plans to develop the Teesport Offshore Gateway, set to become one of the UK's largest offshore wind manufacturing and installation hubs with an estimated cost of £200 million subject to variation of existing deep water berth development consents.
