The publication of the Future of Freight plan by the Government is a positive step forward for industry, said Michelle Gardner, Head of Public Policy at Logistics UK. It reaffirms government’s vital support of one of the largest sectors of the UK economy and helps to provide clarity for logistics businesses moving forward. “The inclusion of £7 million … [Read more...]
After ev anxiety, there is a new concern
The adoption of hydrogen as a source of fuel for net zero road transport is “lagging way too far behind electricity,” FleetCheck is warning. The fleet management software company says that visible signs of progress are almost non-existent and that Government strategy appears to be drifting. Peter Golding, managing director, said, “The Government’s hydrogen … [Read more...]
MPs blame game is not delivering for Britain
The report into Road Freight Supply Chains by the Transport Select Committee combines many complex issues in an attempt to blame the industry for problems encountered across the supply chain for shortages in food and other products, according to Logistics UK. As David Wells OBE, Chief Executive at Logistics UK explained, the sector has worked … [Read more...]
Clearing confusion down the Channel Tunnel
Even though the Channel Tunnel linking the UK to mainland Europe has been open for 27 years, there still seems to be abundant confusion between the two popular train services that use it - Eurotunnel Le Shuttle and Eurostar. Not sure which is which, or how to choose between the two options? It really depends on where you want to go and how you want to … [Read more...]
HGV drivers desperately needed
With the HGV driver shortage continuing to place pressure on UK supply chains, Logistics UK is urging HGV drivers who have left the workplace to consider re-joining. Hundreds of spaces are available on government-funded refresher training courses, called Skills Bootcamps. Managed by the Driver Academy Group, a consortium comprising of business organisation … [Read more...]
M4 loved by over a quarter of truckers
Truckers love motorways. The lorry drivers who spend their working lives trundling up and down the M-ways actually confess to liking them and have rated their favourites for a Roadchef poll. The people who spend most time trucking on Britain’s main roads have spoken and claim that the M6 toll - a free flowing route around Birmingham - is the very best … [Read more...]
Wales snubbed by £20M HGV safety improvements
Wales will miss a share of a £20M investment the UK Government is making into improving roadside facilities for HGV drivers. A Welsh Government spokesperson said, “We are disappointed the £20m to improve lorry parking facilities will only be made available for England. We will continue to work with the UK Government to ensure the sector receives the support … [Read more...]
Red Diesel rebate warning
Fuel technology specialists SulNOx Group Plc said the move to end the rebate on red diesel would hit consumers in the pocket while having a minimal impact on improving the environment. From April 1 rebated diesel, more commonly known as red diesel, and rebated biofuels will no longer be allowed to be used as they are currently and will only be legal … [Read more...]
Five ways to save fuel and electricity costs
A five point plan to control spending on petrol and diesel has been issued by FleetCheck as prices reach record levels in the wake of the Ukraine invasion. Peter Golding, managing director at the fleet software company, said that fleets should adopt some form of strategy because it appeared the conflict was unlikely to resolve quickly. “The terrible … [Read more...]
Getting apprentices on the road to their future
Logistics UK – one of the UK’s biggest business groups – is urging its members to take advantage of the apprenticeship schemes available to develop the next generation of talent the industry needs to keep the UK’s supply chains operating effectively. Alex Veitch, Deputy Director – Public Policy at Logistics UK, said, “With more than half of decision makers … [Read more...]
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