Latest Industry news
Government rating of councils’ pothole repair performance welcomed by Logistics UK
A new traffic light rating system, published by the government this week, which allows drivers to check the performance of local highway authorities on tackling potholes, has been welcomed by the logistics industry.
Motor Transport Awards 2026 open for entries with new Future Fleets category
New category honours operators embracing net zero, AI and autonomous technology as iconic industry awards celebrate four decades of recognising excellence across UK road transport
Storm Goretti gritting plan lambasted by haulage operators
The strategy of gritting the roads ahead of Storm Goretti, which battered large parts of the country this week, has been criticised by operators that branded it an “absolute shambles”.
Segro hails strong year of leasing activity on Slough estate
Real estate developer Segro said its Slough trading estate had turned in a very strong year, with its location, connectivity and modern infrastructure continuing to attract businesses.
Road Safety Strategy makes road risk an employer responsibility
The government’s long-awaited road safety strategy launched this week is a warning shot to operators, with those demonstrating adequate training and data oversight better protected, lawyers said.
Tanker drivers accept Certas pay deal
An improved pay offer put forward by Certas to its 400 fuel tanker drivers has been accepted and planned strike action has now been called off.
Certas Energy opens HGV refuelling bunker in Warrington
The UK’s largest independent fuel distributor has opened a £1.2m bunker site at Warrington’s Omega Business Park, bringing its total HVO refuelling locations to 16 nationwide as demand for renewable diesel continues to grow.
Industrial & logistics demand 27% above pre-Covid average, Savills reveals
Take-up of UK industrial & logistics space of over 100,000sq ft is ahead of both 2023 and 2024 volumes by 16% and 13% respectively, year-on-year, and 27% ahead of the long-term, pre-Covid average, according to Savills latest Big Shed Briefing.
RHA forges training alliance to help boost HGV driver numbers
The RHA has teamed up with Hughes Driver Training in a move aimed at getting more people behind the wheel of Britain’s lorries.
Transport and logistics sector ranks low for work benefits, new research reveals
The transport and logistics sector ranks among the lowest for supporting employee financial wellbeing in 2025, according to new cross-sector research.
