Logistics UK Response Statement on Operation Brock Consultation
In answer to the release of the government’s Operation Brock consultation response, Heidi Skinner, Logistics UK’s Policy Manager for the...
Cool Chain Association and IATA Sign Memorandum of Understanding
The Cool Chain Association (CCA) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) supporting...
How to Transport Bulky Items Without Breaking the Law
Drivers have been advised on the safe and legal practices to adhere to when transporting bulky items that might have to stick out or be fixed on top of vehicles. Motoring experts from LeaseVan.co.uk have warned drivers about the rules of overloading their cars and...
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Brighton Works Warehouse Welcomes New Business
The Great British Charcuterie Co is the latest business to move into Brighton Works, which is a striking warehouse and industrial development in Bevendean. The Brighton specialist food retailer has expanded its wholesale and online operations to become one of the country’s leading British cheese...
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Xplore Dundee is a Business Hero
Xplore Dundee is celebrating its status as one of the city’s heroes after winning one of the Evening Telegraph’s Dundee’s Champions Awards. The bus operator scooped a prize in the Business Hero category for keeping keyworkers moving during lockdown by operating a core timetable of...
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Logistics UK Comment on Government’s Freeport Announcement
“Logistics UK is pleased to see the government progress its plans to establish Freeports across the UK; these sites have the potential to unlock significant opportunities for international trade post-Brexit. We called for an ambitious customs model, measures to speed up planning processes, and a...
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Luton Airport Shareholders Launch Funding Programme
The majority shareholder of London Luton Airport Operations (LLA) has launched a programme to provide funding support to start-ups. Aena Ventures will focus on businesses using technology to improve the passenger experience at airports. Companies that are selected will be eligible for up to $50,000,...
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Rail Investment to Provide Economic Boost to Southampton and the Midlands
In response to the announcement made this week by the Rail Minister, Chris Heaton-Harris, on the allocation of £17 million to increase rail freight capacity between Southampton and the Midlands, Zoe McLernon, Policy Manager of Multi Modal at Logistics UK, comments: “The government’s latest investment...
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Secure Data Exchange in the Age of Industry 4.0
Networked production processes and digital factories provide an important key to securing Germany's competitiveness and innovative strength as a business centre. This is the subject of the lighthouse project IC4F - Industrial Communication for Factories - in which STILL has been significantly involved for almost...
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