Latest Industry news
NI policy lead appointed at Logistics UK
Logistics UK has recruited Brenda Maguire as its Northern Ireland policy lead, operating out of its Belfast office.
Industry welcomes new logistics minister to help rejuvenate economy
The creation of a dedicated minister for logistics is a reflection of the critical role the industry can play in cranking up the UK economy, according to business groups.
Workplace safety starts from the ground up, says Logistics UK
With 47% of logistics and transport professionals reporting musculoskeletal disorders, Logistics UK is emphasising the importance of creating a safe working environment – starting from the ground up.
Sky high diesel costs fuelling operators’ anxiety
There is mounting anxiety among fleet operators over the prospect of further and significant diesel price rises as the US-Iran conflict drags on and concerns are growing costs could remain stubbornly high for years.
OilMaxx strengthens regional coverage with new North East depot
Fuel supplier OilMaxx has expanded its footprint in England and opened a depot in Middlesbrough, offering customers commercial bulk fuels, HVO and AdBlue.
Border security ‘failing’ hauliers after four stowaways escape lorry in UK layby
The RHA has criticised attempts by French and British border security to catch stowaways after suspected clandestine entrants were filmed scrambling out of a truck roof in an Essex layby.
RTX Scotland 2026 returns with expanded hall and two full days
Road Transport Media’s RTX Scotland is back for 2026 with a bigger footprint, two full exhibition days and enhanced catering, as show director Vic Bunby responds directly to exhibitor and visitor feedback from a successful inaugural event.
Harworth inks deal with “key logistics operator” for last-mile DC at Gateway 36, Barnsley
Property developer and land regeneration business Harworth Group has signed an agreement with an unamed logistics operator which will see the group develop a 30,700sq ft facility at Gateway 36, Barnsley.
Rising UK freight crime prompts conference on cargo theft
As freight crime continues to soar in the UK, the Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) is joining forces with the RHA and the British International Freight Association (BIFA) to hold a conference aimed at helping freight operators avoid cargo theft.
Road freight 78 times more dangerous than rail freight, new Parliamentary report suggests
Switching more road freight to rail could significantly cut road deaths and injuries and reduce congestion and carbon emissions, according to a new report commissioned by the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Transport Safety.
