British businesses could soon gain direct rail freight links to the continent, as a landmark deal paves the way for the return of regular cross-Channel rail freight. The government-backed deal will see Network Rail and its property development company Platform4 take long-term control over the Barking Eurohub site in east London, currently owned by Legal […]
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Three of the UK’s most respected, family-run road transport companies have joined forces to secure and deliver a multi-year storage and distribution contract with international packaging manufacturer VPK Group. Campeys of Selby (North Yorkshire), Premier Logistics (Leicestershire) and Wrings Transport (Gloucestershire) have formed a powerful partnership allowing them to provide the national scale and reach […]
Read MoreFounded in 2015, Lgts Haulage Uk, Since 2020-09-08 Lgts Haulage Uk Limited is no longer carrying the name Liquid And Gas Transport Services Uk.
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Logistaas has introduced a new document reading feature within its transport management system (TMS) powered by artificial intelligence (AI), expanding its use of automation to support freight forwarders dealing with high volumes of operational paperwork. The tool uses optical character recognition (OCR) and an AI engine, powered by Logistaas’ AI agent, Averroes, trained on complex […]
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Commenting on Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ announcement in the Budget of an increase in fuel duty from September 2026, Logistics UK Acting Chief Executive Kevin Green said, “Instead of nurturing the green shoots of economic recovery, the government risks stamping them out. The increase in fuel duty announced in the Budget will mean hundreds of millions […]
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The Board of Logistics UK has announced the appointment of Ben Fletcher as CEO. Ben joins on 1st December and will take on his full responsibilities from the start of the new year. Ben joins Logistics UK after enjoying a highly successful career including, most recently, senior roles within Make UK where he held the […]
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Business group Logistics UK has strengthened its digital support for its members with the creation of a new business unit under the leadership of Jemma James as Director of Partnerships and Digital Services. The new unit will be responsible for the ongoing development of Logistics UK’s market-leading Vision suite of customer-supporting digital products. And as […]
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Technological solutions aimed at the logistics sector are not always grounded in real operational needs and can be “solutions looking for a problem”. So says business group Logistics UK as it publishes its Logistics Innovation Opportunities Map (LIOM). The roadmap challenges innovators to develop creative and technological solutions to real world problems that will have […]
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Business group Logistics UK continues to strengthen its policy team and support for its members on trade and customs issues with the appointment of James Mills as its new Head of Trade Policy. Mills brings 20 years’ experience to the trade association, having worked at senior levels across national and regional organisations. He previously held […]
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The logistics industry came together at a glittering gala celebration and dinner at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge on 11 December 2025, as business group Logistics UK announced the winners of the Logistics Awards 2025. Now in its ninth year, the annual event recognises the achievements of businesses and individuals who have made a significant […]
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