Latest Industry news
New president appointed to the CHIT
The Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT) has appointed Kate Carpenter as president, following her election at its annual general meeting.
National Lorry Week 2026 underway as industry comes together to celebrate road transport
National Lorry Week 2026 is now underway, with operators, drivers, businesses and industry partners across the UK already taking part in this year’s campaign.
Hauliers told to plan for heat as country sees red over soaring temperatures
As the UK braces itself possibly for the hottest June day ever recorded, haulage operators were also being urged to prepare for the growing operational impact of extreme temperatures.
Doctors on Wheels director jailed for four years
The director of Doctors on Wheels, which signed off thousands of medical certificates for HGV drivers using unqualified staff, has been sentenced to four years in prison after being found guilty of fraud.
Logistics UK launches driver eyesight screening partnership with EyeLab
Logistics UK has partnered with EyeLab to provide members with access to discounted online eyesight screening for commercial vehicle drivers.
MAN slashes site greenhouse gas emissions by almost 70%
MAN Truck & Bus has cut greenhouse gas emissions at its sites by 67.9%, bringing it close to meeting its goal of reducing site-related emissions by 70% by 2030, compared to 2019 levels.
Royal Logistic Corps Institution and CILT (UK) sign memorandum
The Royal Logistic Corps Institution and the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) have signed a memorandum of understanding, pledging their shared commitment to professional development across the logistics, transport and supply chain sectors.
Government stats underestimate size of UK warehousing sector, new research reveals
New research for the UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) has found that 760,000 people work in warehousing in the UK, over 70% more than official figures have suggested.
Evri pay proposal rejected by majority of drivers
Evri said it was “surprised” that the GMB had recommended drivers reject a pay deal it developed with the union following discussions, amid threats of industrial action.
DVLA coughing up over medical driving licence delays
The DVLA has forked out almost £25,000 in compensation since January last year due to delays in processing medical driving licence applications, according to figures published in Parliament.
