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Bus experts call for funding clarity and zero-emission plan as new Act becomes law
Experts at the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK have welcomed the rubber stamping of the Bus Services Act 2025 as a long-awaited opportunity to reshape England’s bus network.
CILT(UK) responds to Post-16 Education and Skills white paper
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK supports the Prime Minister’s commitment to two-thirds of young people entering higher level education and training and the goals of closer integration of Further and Higher Education to support lifelong learning, as set out in the Post-16 Education and Skills white paper.
First station in over 100 years opens on Great Eastern Mainline
Beaulieu Park station has opened to passengers in Essex, marking the first new station on the Great Eastern Mainline in over a century.
Study suggests autonomous vehicles should adopt more cautious driving styles
New research has suggested that Autonomous vehicles (AVs) should adopt more cautious driving styles in riskier road scenarios and signal safely earlier through deceleration.
Following MP’s report, CILT(UK) highlights need for balanced solutions on airport growth and environment
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK responds to the Environmental Audit Committee’s latest report on airport expansion and climate targets.
Rail Minister opens Unipart's new Doncaster facility
Supply chain performance company Unipart has announced its new facility at Trax Park in Doncaster, which was officially opened by Rail Minister, Lord Peter Hendy on 17 October.
Fuelling the future: Why the aviation sector must embrace Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) now!
SAF represents aviation's most promising and practical path to reducing carbon emissions and achieving 2050 sustainability goals. In May 2025, the UK Government introduced the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Bill (SAF), which has reached Report Stage in Parliament.
Macquarie increases stake in London city airport to 75%
Macquarie Asset Management has agreed to acquire an additional 50% stake in London City Airport, bringing its total ownership to 75%, the investment firm announced on 15 October.
TfL launch campaign encouraging Londoners to support victims of hate crime and harassment
Transport for London has launched a new campaign encouraging passengers to act as active bystanders when they witness hate crime, sexual offences or harassment on the capital's transport network.
Transport and logistics workers urged to prioritise back health as 20,000 take long-term sick leave
Workers in the transport and logistics sector are being encouraged to take proactive steps to protect their back health, as figures from the Office for National Statistics reveal that 20,000 people in the industry are currently on long-term sick leave due to musculoskeletal issues.
