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Lithium batteries have become part of everyday life and are in almost all the electronics that we use. The transportation of these batteries has become the norm, but do you know how to package and transport them safely as not to cause damage to them?

Logistics UK's Acting Chief Executive & Director of Policy & Communications, Kevin Green was invited to the opening of Howard Tenens Logistics' brand-new Heritage Centre at their site in Swindon. Such a fantastic facility displaying the historic vehicles that have served the company since it began

More than 20 logistics professionals gathered for dinner last night to discuss The Labour Party’s first year in government with John McTernan, Senior Adviser at Burson and former Political Secretary to Prime Minister Tony Blair. In a conversation chaired by Kevin Green, Acting Chief Executive

The announcement that the DfT will not modify heavy vehicle testing and allow Earned Recognition accredited operators to perform annual vehicle tests, through ‘delegated testing’, will be met with disappointment and frustration says Logistics UK’s Head of Engineering Policy, Phil Lloyd:

Today Logistics UK and members met with the Welsh government’s Cabinet Secretary for Transport and North Wales, Ken Skates MS for an online meeting. This focused on the top priorities for the sector, including the longstanding ask for Wales to have a deliverable Freight and Logistics Plan.

Great to be recognised across the House in this morning's Department for Transport oral questions as an essential growth-driving sector.

In response to the publication today (23 June 2025) of the government’s Industrial Strategy, Kevin Green, Policy Director here at Logistics UK said: “Today’s Industrial Strategy recognises the critical importance of the logistics sector in helping to deliver the government’s growth plans.

VIDEO: a group representing the haulage industry @logisticsuk.bsky.social has welcomed news the government's putting half a billion pounds into the Lower Thames Crossing It means work will be able to start on the road link between Kent and Essex #kmfmnews

Press Release: Lower Thames Crossing funding announcement – now logistics needs the full funding plan, says Logistics UK Speaking about today’s (16 June 2025) announcement of government funding to start construction of the Lower Thames Crossing, Kevin Green, policy director at

Great to support the @logisticsuk.bsky.social event at the Scottish Parliament yesterday which highlighted the importance of forward thinking and ambitious #logistics operations. Thanks to Alexandra Herdman, @fionahyslop.bsky.social and @sarahboyack.bsky.social MSP for the event.

Logistics is "Unstoppable force for economic growth", says Future of Roads Minister Lilian Greenwood MP. Read the full story from our inaugural annual conference in Logistics Magazine here: tinyurl.com/35emp5tj

"The latest Skills England report identifies 10 priority sectors essential to the UK’s growth and skills development, including finance, clean energy, digital and creative industries. But there's one glaring omission: logistics. In an economy that relies on the seamless movement of...

Phil Roe, President of @logisticsuk.bsky.social opens the LUK Annual Conference at the QEII centre.

Member warning: Logistics firms urged to protect themselves against Russian cyber attacks Read the full story in Logistics Magazine: tinyurl.com/49a2mv59

Press Release EU/UK DEAL IS A POSITIVE STEP WHEN RESETTING RELATIONSHIP WITH EU, SAYS LOGISTICS UK Changes to the required checks on plant and animal products moving between GB and EU, and between GB and Northern Ireland, have the potential to strengthen the UK Internal Market and boost trade

Operator’s guidance on Vehicle Safety Defects and Recalls Briefing Note. With vehicle safety at the forefront of operator’s minds, the rise in safety defects and recalls are becoming a greater risk to operations. The process of managing these recalls can become challenging. Our

UK needs to show ambition resetting EU relationship, says Logistics UK. Find out all the details ahead of the UK/EU summit taking place next week, in Logistics Magazine: tinyurl.com/43rxxkv4

We are delighted to announce that our Head of Skills Policy and Generation Logistics, Bethany Windsor and President, Philip Roe have been named as finalists for the upcoming everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards!

Following the announcement of the US/UK trade deal, Logistics UK Head of Trade and Devolved Policy Nichola Mallon said the logistics sector welcomes the agreement in principle but awaits the detail with interest: “The logistics sector

Today, on the 80th anniversary of #VEDay, we remember the extraordinary courage and sacrifice of those who fought for peace and freedom in WWII.

How are global trade developments affecting your business? With international trade experiencing renewed challenges - including evolving policies and shifting global relationships, logistics businesses are navigating an increasingly complex environment, your perspective matters more than ever.

How are the new #tariffs affecting your business? With international trade facing renewed disruption, driven by US-imposed tariffs and China's retaliation, logistics businesses are under pressure. Your voice matters more than ever. As the leading trade association for the sector,

Thank you to @samcarling.bsky.social MP for joining Logistics UK in Parliament. The #logistics sector: ✅ Keeps the #economy moving ✅ Can drive #decarbonisation — with a gov-backed net zero roadmap ✅ Could unlock £8bn/year in growth if

Thank you to @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social MP for joining Logistics UK in Parliament. The #logistics sector: ✅ Keeps the #economy moving ✅ Can drive #decarbonisation — with a gov-backed net zero roadmap ✅ Could unlock £8bn/year in growth if

Thank you to Lord McLoughlin for joining Logistics UK in Parliament. The #logistics sector: ✅ Keeps the #economy moving ✅ Can drive #decarbonisation — with a gov-backed net zero roadmap ✅ Could unlock £8bn/year in growth if

Thank you to Kirsteen Sullivan MP for joining Logistics UK in Parliament. The #logistics sector: ✅ Keeps the #economy moving ✅ Can drive #decarbonisation — with a gov-backed net zero roadmap ✅ Could unlock £8bn/year in growth if

Thank you to Julie Minns MP for joining Logistics UK in Parliament. The #logistics sector: ✅ Keeps the #economy moving ✅ Can drive #decarbonisation — with a gov-backed net zero roadmap ✅ Could unlock £8bn/year in growth if

Thank you to Greg Smith MP for joining Logistics UK in Parliament. The #logistics sector: ✅ Keeps the #economy moving ✅ Can drive #decarbonisation — with a gov-backed net zero roadmap ✅ Could unlock £8bn/year in growth if

Thank you to Dame @niagriffith.bsky.social for joining Logistics UK in Parliament. The #logistics sector: ✅ Keeps the #economy moving ✅ Can drive #decarbonisation — with a gov-backed net zero roadmap ✅ Could unlock £8bn/year in growth

Thank you to @alexjjnorris.bsky.social, Building Safety, Fire and Local Growth Minister for joining Logistics UK in Parliament. The #logistics sector: ✅ Keeps the #economy moving ✅ Can drive #decarbonisation — with a gov-backed net zero roadmap ✅ Could unlock £8bn/year in growth if backed in

Thank you to @philbrickellmp.bsky.social for hosting Logistics UK in Parliament. The #logistics sector: ✅ Keeps the #economy moving ✅ Can drive #decarbonisation — with a gov-backed net zero roadmap ✅ Could unlock £8bn/year in growth if backed in the #IndustrialStrategy

Logistics UK's Member Advice Centre has produced a new Briefing note covering the changes to the heavy goods vehicle inspection manual. The updated manual was published on 13 March 2025 and cover the braking systems, glass and view of the road, sideguards, rear underrun devices

We have today submitted our response to the government's 'A railway fit for Britain's future' consultation. The consultation sought views on new policies to be included in the forthcoming Railways Bill, which will enable the establishment of Great British Railways (GBR).

Britain’s logistics sector is a powerhouse and should be recognised as a foundational sector in the forthcoming Industrial Strategy. We held a roundtable with industry voices from @logisticsuk.bsky.social and others to discuss how we can ensure the sector is fully supported by the government . 🚚📦

🚛⚡ Join us in The EV Café Village at the Commercial Vehicle Show! ⚡🚛 The road to zero-emission logistics is paved with policy, but are we heading in the right direction? Stephanie Haszczyn, Senior Policy Manager – Decarbonisation here at Logistics UK is on the panel at

Maritime Minister Mike Kane MP last week announced the launch of the Department for Transport's new maritime decarbonisation strategy, to replace the 2019 Clean Maritime Plan. The announcement was welcomed by Logistics UK, which has

This week Logistics UK and Airlines UK hosted our fourth annual air freight seminar, with this year’s theme focussing on ‘delivering growth: air cargo’s role in the UK Industrial Strayegy’. Thank you to our sponsors European Cargo and East Midlands Airport as well as Clyde & Co for hosting us.

"What a view! A gorgeous day to be at Traffic Scotland for a Strown Eowyn debrief. Lots of lessons learned from both the challenges and the successes of the storm. Great to see such collaboration between government and industry." Alexandra Herdman, Senior Policy Manager

Logistics Magazine tackles the big strategic issues facing the industry – decarbonisation, innovation and automation – as well as the compliance issues so critical to the safety of all transport operations. logistics.org.uk/logistics-ma...

Planning and Infrastructure bill: call for evidence The Public Bill Committee is now receiving written evidence on the Planning and Infrastructure bill which had its second reading on Monday (24.03.25). As the bill progresses, Logistics UK will be keeping up its work representing the

The approval of the Lower Thames Crossing is “momentous” and will benefit businesses up and down the country who are currently hamstrung by delays crossing the Thames, according to Logistics UK Chief Executive David Wells OBE. Full quote below ⬇️ Announcement: www.gov.uk/government/n...

Today Nichola Mallon, Head of Trade & Devolved Policy at Logistics UK is giving evidence at the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee on biosecurity at the border (animal and plant health). The video shows Ms Mallon's opening answer to the question posed by the chair

Last week saw the first meeting of 2025 for our waste forum working group at Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service’s Highfields Fire station. The group discussed various issues affecting the waste sector, including reviewing the impact the recent publication of Logistics UK’s waste sector

*News Release* HMRC has confirmed that the implementation of the next phase of the Windsor Framework will be delayed from 31 March until 1 May. Nichola Mallon, Head of Trade and Devolved Policy at business group Logistics UK, urges the government to use the time to maximum effect and continue

The latest “Freight rail usage and performance (dataportal.orr.gov.uk/statistics/u... figures show a 6% increase in the total freight moved and the lowest freight delay during an October to December quarter for three years. Logistics UK Senior Policy Advisor Ellis Shelton says

The Windsor Framework is an improvement on the Northern Ireland Protocol but there are still challenges to be overcome when it comes to trade from GB to Northern Ireland. Read the full story in Logistics Magazine: tinyurl.com/3454ufbv

The Department for Transport (DfT), United Kingdom has laid secondary legislation before parliament on 25 February 2025, which would see the holder of a category B driving entitlement allowed to drive electric vehicles up to 4.25 tonne

Lead story in this week's Logistics Magazine: Logistics UK's Chief Executive, David Wells OBE responds to Lower Thames Crossing private finance options letter. Read about this and more on our website: tinyurl.com/7613y873

On Friday, Amanda Hack, MP for North West Leicestershire, had the opportunity to tour the SEGRO plc East Midlands Gateway Logistics Park. The visit included a tour of one of Amazon’s Fulfilment Centres and the Maritime Rail Freight Terminal.