The UK government has unveiled a new design for electric vehicle chargepoints. Showcased in the UK Pavilion at COP26 and designed together with the Royal College of Art and PA Consulting, the concept prioritises inclusivity and ease of use, designed with consumers, local government, accessibility groups and industry. The design concept will provide…
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All new heavy goods vehicles in the UK will be zero-emission by 2040, the UK government has confirmed. This, combined with the UK’s 2030 phase out for petrol and diesel cars and vans, represents a pledge to end the sale of all polluting road vehicles within the next 2 decades. The UK will…
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The first three quarters of 2021 have seen an unprecedented surge in demand for industrial floor space in the Eastern M25 market as the economy recovers from the impacts of the pandemic. Glenny’s latest research on the key market – which acts as a major artery into the London economy – has shown that…
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The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK, the leading professional membership organisation for those working in transport and logistics, has today revealed its 18-point action plan to combat emissions and deliver a net-zero economy. As part of the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow this week, the Chartered Institute of Logistics…
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The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK, the leading professional membership organisation for those working in transport and logistics, has today revealed its 18-point action plan to combat emissions and deliver a net-zero economy. As part of the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow this week, the Chartered Institute of Logistics…
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sennder, IVECO and CO3 have announced a partnership to track loads on the sennder platform. The three sector leaders are working to simplify transport tracking for the entire industry, by using and activating inbuilt GPS devices on vehicles. The result provides shippers with greater visibility over the transportation journey and carriers with a…
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Coinciding with COP26 in Glasgow, Hutchison Ports’ Port of Felixstowe has announced a major investment in new equipment to help decarbonise its operations. The UK’s largest container port has placed orders for 48 battery-powered terminal tractors and 17 zero-emission Remote controlled Electric Rubber-Tyred Gantry cranes (ReARTGs). The new two-wheel drive tractor units, to…
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Currys and Uber have announced a new trial which will enable Londoners to order small tech items and get them delivered fast. Launching the week of 15th November, the tech and delivery companies will come together to respond to growing consumer demand for speed and convenience with an offer that will help deliver tech…
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ASOS has formally opened its new state-of-the-art fulfilment centre in Lichfield, Staffordshire. The facility at Fradley Park, which will employ 2,000 people over the next three years, is being managed by GXO, and has already recruited more than 700 people. ASOS will invest a total of £90m in the new 437k sq. ft.…
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The government is launching a review that will seek to improve compulsory ongoing training for HGV and bus drivers. Drivers currently need to undergo 5 days of periodic training every 5 years to ensure they remain fully qualified to drive heavy goods vehicles and buses professionally and up to date with road safety standards.…
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