All Industry News articles – Page 7
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MT ArticleTransport Committee to probe progress on HGV driver facilities
MPs are set to examine whether conditions for lorry drivers have improved almost four years after Parliament last investigated the UK’s road freight supply chain.
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MT Article£36m Wolverhampton logistics development submitted for planning
A planning application has been submitted for a £36m industrial and logistics development at Pendeford Business Park in Wolverhampton.
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MT ArticleMark Holland joins Tructyre as operations director
Tructyre has appointed Mark Holland to be its new operations director from April, as the company continues a major upgrade to streamline its systems.
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MT ArticleTruck park survey will gauge capacity and demand for spaces
The government is poised to carry out another national lorry parking survey in order to gather precise information about where drivers are struggling the most to park around the country.
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MT ArticleHauliers without fuel escalators taking ‘incredible’ risk as Iran crisis pushes up diesel
Fleet operators without fuel surcharge mechanisms in place are taking an “incredible” risk as diesel prices surge amid the escalating Iran conflict, industry leaders have warned.
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MT ArticleA47 Norfolk improvements commence
Construction work on the A47 Thickthorn junction in Norfolk has finally begun, with the projecting aiming to free up congestion and improve routes to the eastern ports.
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MT ArticleStudy identifies UK areas with worst roads
Northamptonshire has the worst road surfaces of anywhere in the UK, with the west of the county topping the list and North Northamptonshire coming in third place.
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MT ArticleIndustry snubs remote working
Acceptance of increased homeworking in transport and logistics has plummeted according to government figures, with the sector now the most reluctant to embrace the working practice.
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MT ArticleInaugural Women in Supply Chain & Transport event explores career development and inclusivity
Leaders and emerging talent from across the industry gathered this week for the first Women in Supply Chain & Transport event delivered by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (UK).
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MT ArticleForecourts accused of ramping up fuel prices amid war in Middle East
Fuel forecourts have been accused of profiteering after petrol and diesel prices increased sharply over the last few days, despite selling stocks bought before the current Middle East conflict.
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MT ArticleScania sales revenue falls amid "challenging” year of geopolitical and currency headwinds
A “challenging” year saw Scania’s sales revenue tumble by 8%, the manufacturer announced today in its annual report for 2025.
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MT ArticleLogistics developer VGP expands UK presence with Sheffield site
European logistics property developer VGP is strengthening its presence with the launch of a second UK site.
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MT ArticleNetworking is key at this spring’s RTX Northern Ireland
If you haven’t already heard the buzz, RTX Northern Ireland is gearing up for its launch this spring - and it’s already making waves across the transport and logistics sector.
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MT ArticleFood retailers seeking smarter customs solutions to avoid UK-Ireland cross-border delays, Derry Bros claims
Food retailers are turning to managed customs solutions backed by smart automation to overcome the growing complexities of transporting goods, especially perishable produce, between the UK and Ireland, according to Derry Bros, which offers managed booking, customs and consultancy services.
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MT ArticleMeasure Your Middle: Chippenham Pit Stop urges HGV drivers to take two minute health check
Chippenham Pit Stop is encouraging truck drivers to measure their waists and use a simple NHS-approved tool to understand their health risks better.
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MT ArticleFreeze fuel duty until 2029 in light of escalating Middle East crisis, industry bodies tells Chancellor
Chancellor Rachel Reeves must keep fuel duty frozen for the duration of this Parliament, in the light of the escalating Middle East crisis, lobby group FairFuelUK said this week, adding that the move should be announced in the upcoming Spring Budget.
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MT ArticleCILT (UK) unveils “remarkable” young industry leaders list for 2026
Now in its fourth year with a record number of submissions, The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (UK) has announced its ‘35 Under 35’ list for 2026.
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MT ArticleGovernment reveals £15m plan to boost cross-Channel rail freight and cut road congestion
The government is backing a £15m plan to restore regular cross-Channel intermodal freight services via the Channel Tunnel by upgrading the Barking Eurohub, in a bid to boost cross-Channel trade and cut road congestion to and from the Channel ports.