All Logistics UK Articles – Page 2

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    Logistics UK calls for dedicated logistics and supply chain minister

    2024-01-23T15:22:30Z

    Source: PHOTOCREO Michal Bednarek/shutterstockUK supply chain organisation Logistics UK has called on the country's government to appoint a dedicated minister for logistics and supply chain.Logistics UK said the position would help drive future economic growth across the whole economy.The call was made as part of the organisation's election manifesto, issued ...

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    What impact will the Border Target Operating Model have on airfreight?

    2024-01-05T08:55:15Z

    The Border Target Operating Model (BTOM) will be rolled out this year, but there is still a lack of clarity from the UK government over how it will work.The BTOM will see new security and Sanitary and Phytosanitary controls apply to goods imported from the European Union (EU) in a ...

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    AIPUT scoops the Air Business of the Year at Logistics UK Awards

    2023-12-08T14:34:17Z

    Source: Logistics UKAirport Industrial Property Unit Trust (AIPUT) was the winner of the air cargo award at this year's Logistics UK Awards.The awards ceremony took place last night with a glittering reception and celebratory gala dinner at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, London.AIPUT was the winner of the Air Business ...

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    The rise of air cargo in UK trade

    2023-11-03T08:57:13Z

    Transporting goods internationally in fast and efficient operations is paramount for logistics businesses to remain competitive in the 21st century.Moving freight by air enables businesses to move perishable goods and high-value assets quickly and securely while keeping costs low.However, airfreight has not always been so easily accessible, especially during the ...

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    Jet zero remains on a high

    2023-10-04T06:03:40Z

    Green government commitments to sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and decarbonisation must be consistent to meet the 2050 net zero deadline, stresses Logistics UK.In July 2022, the UK Government's Department for Transport (DfT) launched its Jet Zero Strategy in response to the UK’s 2050 deadline to achieve net zero.Twelve months later ...

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    Reviving Manston Airport

    2023-08-07T07:37:44Z

    Since its closure in 2014, Manston Airport has been the forgotten jewel of the UK airfreight industry. Formerly known as the Battle of Britain airfield and utilised as an RAF base until 1999, Manston catered for UK and international commercial flights, helping to meet local demand, and contributed to regional ...

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    Why green skills are vital for the survival of airfreight

    2023-07-05T07:36:21Z

    As the logistics industry continues to progress towards achieving net-zero emissions, new skills will be needed to support the development of new technologies and the transition itself.By 2032, UK recruitment agency Morson Talent has estimated that there will be 175,000 new jobs created within the transport sector alone, with "green-skilled" ...

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    Night flights vital to UK economy

    2023-06-05T07:37:11Z

    On May 9, Logistics UK submitted its response to the UK Department for Transport's (DfT) consultation on night-time noise abatement objectives for the designated airports Gatwick, Heathrow and Stansted.Within its response, Logistics UK highlighted the importance of night flights to the UK's trade and economy and reiterated its view that ...

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    Supply chain spotlight: The future of flight

    2023-05-05T07:45:09Z

    As the aviation industry continues to innovate and adapt to advancements in technology, the UK's Department for Transport (DfT) has formed a new Future of Flight Industry Group.The purpose of the group is to create a UK Future of Flight system, benefitting both the public and industry, that focuses on ...

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    Logistics UK: Sustainability takes flight

    2023-04-03T07:55:18Z

    Air cargo is a vital part of the logistics sector, providing fast and efficient transportation of goods around the world to meet increasing online consumer demand, but is arguably one of the most difficult modes to decarbonise.As the economy faces rising fuel costs, it is crucial that both government and ...

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    UK's logistics sector positive on Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal

    2023-03-31T11:15:38Z

    The UK's freight and logistics sector has welcomed news that the UK has joined the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) trade deal although they say it won't be a "game changer".The CPTPP covers 500m people across Australia, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore ...

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    Supply chain spotlight: Inflationary pressures hit UK economy

    2023-03-06T08:50:09Z

    An ongoing challenge to the smooth passage of trade throughout 2022 was the strike action at Felixstowe and Liverpool ports, running from August to October, which caused disruption to supply chains across the country.This disruption has continued into the beginning of 2023, where consumer activity has dropped and as a ...

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    Logistics UK grows its board

    2023-02-07T12:08:51Z

    Simon Hobbs, Louisa Hosegood and Gavin Murdoch. Photo: Logistics UKLogistics UK has strengthened its board with the appointment of three new directors.Louisa Hosegood, Simon Hobbs and Gavin Murdoch have joined the organisation’s board to help guide the business as it continues to lead the logistics industry in its post-pandemic recovery.All ...

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    Where now for UK air cargo? A year in review

    2023-01-06T08:50:24Z

    2022 saw its fair share of challenges within the logistics industry, as the UK continued to navigate post-pandemic life and the government underwent reforms.As the economy returned to a new normal, air cargo has proved its value as a key link in keeping the country’s supply chain intact, but has ...

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    Air cargo companies win at Logistics Awards

    2022-12-12T12:42:10Z

    Logistics Awards 2022. Photo: Rebecca JeffreyDigital air cargo booking platform cargo.one scooped the Air Business of the Year award at Logistics UK’s Logistics Awards 2022, while CharterSync won the innovation prize.Cargo.one told Air Cargo News it was "delighted" to win the award.The award was collected by cargo.one's head of sales ...

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    Logistics UK’s new head of trade and devolution

    2022-12-07T09:33:00Z

    Image source: Logistics UK; Nichola Mallon.Logistics UK has appointed Nichola Mallon as Head of Trade and Devolved Policy.With over 14 years of experience working within local government, the devolved Assembly and government in Northern Ireland (NI), Mallon brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team.Kate Jennings, Director of ...

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    Logistics UK: Heathrow Airport - the sky is the limit

    2022-12-05T08:50:40Z

    Since 2021 there has been a drop in freight movements across all modes due to the cost-of-living crisis, post-pandemic supply chain issues, the conflict in Ukraine and an increase in fuel prices.Overall, consumer activity is down and compared to last year, retail sales have fallen 6.9%.Aviation especially saw a decline ...

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    Supply chain spotlight: Air cargo still matters

    2022-10-05T05:01:53Z

    Logistics UK is delighted to welcome a new Prime Minister, a new Cabinet, and a new Secretary of State for Transport - Anne Marie Trevelyan MP.In our welcome letter to Ms Trevelyan, we highlighted the essential role that the logistics sector performs.We employ 2.6m people in the UK, either directly ...

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    Supply chain spotlight: New skills for the future industry

    2022-09-05T07:58:49Z

    As the logistics industry continues to bounce back from the impact of the pandemic, new employment opportunities are being created in the sector.With the use of new technologies for decarbonisation (such as sustainable aviation fuels and zero emission aircraft) on the rise and increasing use of technical solutions such as ...

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    Supply Chain Spotlight: Flightpath to the future

    2022-08-03T08:00:24Z

    The UK government recently published its ‘Flightpath to the Future’ document, which contained its 10-point plan for aviation – a strategy aimed at building an innovative and sustainable aviation sector.While it is encouraging that the plan recognises the vital role of airfreight as a tool for levelling up and international ...