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12 August 2025

HS2 unveils interior design concepts for new high-speed trains

HS2 revealed the interior design concepts for its Class 895 trains for the first time, as part of railway celebrations marking 200 years of modern rail transport.

Technology & InnovationRailNews + 2 more
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12 August 2025

Unipart extends partnership with Selco Builders Warehouse

Unipart has announced a new two-and-a-half-year contract extension with Selco Builders Warehouse, the UK-based trade-only builders’ merchant.

EconomicLogistics & Supply ChainNews + 2 more
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12 August 2025

The race behind the race: CILT's exclusive look at F1's logistics operations

The roar of engines and the smell of burning rubber might dominate the senses at a Formula One race, but behind the glamour lies one of the world's most complex logistics operations.

CILT(UK) newsLogistics & Supply ChainNews + 4 more
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11 August 2025

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.

PTRC newsTransport PlanningNews + 6 more
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11 August 2025

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.

EconomicFreight ForwardingNews + 3 more
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08 August 2025

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.

Sustainability & EnvironmentLogistics & Supply ChainNews + 2 more
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08 August 2025

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.

EconomicFreight ForwardingNews + 3 more
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08 August 2025

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.

Projects & PeopleTransport PlanningNews + 1 more
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06 August 2025

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.

Technology & InnovationBus & CoachNews + 2 more
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05 August 2025

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).

Policy & GovernmentLogistics & Supply ChainNews + 1 more
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