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MT ArticleLogistics UK brings Transport Manager conference online this November
Logistics UK is making its Transport Manager 2026 conference series more accessible via its Virtual Transport Manager event, in response to demand which has seen venues filling quickly.
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MT ArticleUK/EU Summit to cut supply chain red tape
A summit in Brussels next month between the UK government and EU counterparts could be a springboard to substantial trade benefits and a return to an efficient logistics supply chain, according to Logistics UK.
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MT FleetsMT Fleet Data rankings
Based on the weekly O-licence updates issued by the Office of the Traffic Commissioner, the MT Fleet Data rankings provide you with the definitive list of O-licences within the UK haulage sector.
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MT ArticleIt’s good to walk: Logistics UK workers step up for suicide prevention charity
A series of autumnal charity walks organised by Logistics UK to support a suicide prevention charity saw 60 employees take part and raised over £1,000.
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MT ArticleEconomy gathers momentum but UK freight transport subdued
“Encouraging” signs that the UK economy is growing at a stronger pace than previously estimated are positive but figures for transport and storage highlight the pressures hauliers remain under, according to Logistics UK.
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MT ArticleLogistics sector looks to GB Grid to unlock freight electrification
Logistics UK has welcomed Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s plans for a publicly backed electricity grid, saying the new model could help overcome one of the biggest barriers to decarbonising road freight and other parts of the logistics industry.
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MT ArticleYusen Logistics opens £200m automated distribution centre in Northampton
Yusen Logistics has opened a new £200m Sustainable Distribution Centre in Northampton, representing one of the company’s largest investments in its UK logistics operation.
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MT ArticleLogistics UK and LMP Legal join forces to offer crisis and incident support for members
Logistics UK has partnered with LMP Legal to provide a a dedicated 24/7 crisis and incident support service, providing members with direct access to specialist criminal and roadside legal support during a serious incident
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MT ArticleLogistics UK strengthens senior leadership team
Logistics UK has strengthened its senior leadership team with three new appointments.
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MT ArticleEU backs down on EES checks as logistics chiefs warn of £400m Brexit border disaster
The European Union’s decision to quietly back down on its strict enforcement of the biometric Entry-Exit System (EES) has been welcomed by Logistics UK which has been warning that its full rollout would inflict a devastating £400m annual blow on the UK economy.
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MT ArticleLogistics UK calls for fuel duty freeze and business rates reform in Budget submission
Logistics UK has called on the government to maintain the current rate of fuel duty, reform business rates and cut electricity costs for logistics operators as part of its recommendations ahead of the Autumn Budget.
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MT ArticleAshford International wins Logistics UK Best Truck Stop of the Year award
Ashford International Truckstop has been crowned the overall winner of Logistics UK’s Best Truck Stop of the Year 2026 award.
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MT ArticleAPPG launches formal inquiry into HGV driver health and wellbeing
The All-party Parliamentary Group on Freight and Logistics will conduct a wide-ranging inquiry into driver physical and mental health, with chair Rachel Taylor MP calling the state of UK driver facilities ‘a scandal’ and pledging to take evidence from across the road transport sector.
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MT ArticleHauliers left out in the cold over food crisis planning
The UK’s ability to keep food moving during a major crisis is being put at risk by inadequate government planning and a failure to involve the logistics industry sufficiently in emergency preparations, Logistics UK has warned.
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MT ArticleInsolvency data points to easing of pressure among hauliers
Tentative signs the industry is beginning to recover after a difficult start to the year are reflected in insolvency figures, which showed a significant reduction in appointments of turnaround experts.
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MT ArticleLogistics sector welcomes Prime Minister’s blueprint for economic growth
Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s first speech to Parliament, in which he pledged to reset Britain’s ailing economy and create a “pro-business culture”, has been welcomed by Logistics UK this week.
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MT ArticleDriver health in focus as 2026 campaign gets under way
The wellbeing of professional drivers is in the spotlight this week as Driver Health Week 2026 kicks off today (1 September).
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MT ArticleShortlist released for Logistics UK’s gongs
The shortlist for Logistics UK’s annual Logistics Awards has been released, showcasing the achievements of businesses and individuals across the sector.
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MT ArticleUnlock your career with a ‘cheat code’ apprenticeship
Young people are being encouraged to see apprenticeships as “cheat codes” to building a successful career, combining technical skills, hands-on experience and a chance to “earn while you learn”.
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MT ArticleNew national planning framework includes dedicated freight and logistics policy
The government’s updated National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) includes a dedicated freight and logistics policy for the first time ever, recognising the importance of the sector to the UK economy.