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UK HGV driver shortage: where are we now?

The UK’s HGV driver shortage has been a recurring headline for several years. But where does it stand as we enter 2026? Find out in our HGV driver update here. The UK’s heavy goods vehicle (HGV) driver shortage has been a recurring headline for the past few years, with the crisis peaking in the wake […]

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UK Logistics Week 2026: Powerful collaboration brings the entire logistics supply chain together

In a landmark strategic move set to fundamentally reshape the UK logistics exhibition landscape, between 30 June to 2 July 2026, the UK logistics supply chain will converge like never before across two leading Midland venues – the NEC Birmingham and NAEC Stoneleigh to create UK Logistics Week — the UK’s annual destination for logistics […]

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Unipart and KBR forge strategic partnership to transform defence sector

Unipart and KBR have announced a new strategic partnership bringing together the two businesses’ world-class capabilities to deliver innovative and resilient solutions for the defence industry. The partnership combines Unipart’s expertise in supply chain management, logistics, and digital solutions with KBR’s deep-rooted experience in systems engineering, programme management, and defence operational support. The official signing […]

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Unipart opens Trax Park facility in Doncaster

Unipart has formally opened its new facility, Trax Park, in Doncaster. The site was officially opened by the Rail Minister, Lord Peter Hendy, at an event attended by local dignitaries, industry leaders, and Unipart partners. The new multi-sector facility represents a significant long-term investment in the region and Unipart’s commitment to strengthening the UK’s domestic […]

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Unipart partners with Volklec to optimise EV battery cell logistics

Unipart has announced a strategic collaboration with Volklec, a UK-based battery cell manufacturer. This partnership will see Unipart providing comprehensive logistics and management services for Volklec’s EV battery cells, encompassing transport, storage, testing, and triage, with a focus on state of charge and temperature monitoring. Volklec is a UK battery cell manufacturer focused on developing […]

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Unipart selected as part of Amentum’s team for Rolls-Royce Small Modular Reactor nuclear programme

Unipart has been selected for the global programme to deploy Rolls-Royce Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), an undertaking at the center of Europe’s energy transition and the global shift toward clean, reliable, nuclear power. Operating as a supply chain partner to Amentum, the Programme Delivery Partner to Rolls-Royce SMR, Unipart joins a team including Mace, Turner […]

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Unipart strengthens UK EV commitment with full ownership of Hyperbat

Unipart has announced it has acquired the remaining 50% shareholding in Hyperbat, the UK manufacturer of high-performance electric battery systems, bringing the business into full Unipart ownership. The acquisition marks a significant milestone in Unipart’s long-term commitment to electrification, advanced manufacturing and the industrialisation of low-carbon technologies. Bringing Hyperbat into full Unipart ownership strengthens a […]

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Unipart’s partnership with Selco extended

Unipart has won a two-and-a-half-year contract extension with Selco Builders Warehouse, the UK-based trade-only builders’ merchant supplying a wide range of building materials, tools, and accessories to trade professionals. Unipart has partnered with Selco since 2019, providing logistics and transportation services to all of Selco’s 75 branches across England and Wales from Unipart’s distribution centre […]

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Uniserve secures strategic partnership with AKW

Uniserve, part of GB Global, is pleased to announce its successful collaboration with AKW in establishing a long-term strategic partnership that marks a significant milestone for both businesses. This partnership includes the leasing and fit-out of a state-of-the-art 170,000 sq ft facility in Droitwich, designed to drive operational efficiencies and support sustainable growth for the […]

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UPN achieves ISO 14001:2015 environmental accreditation

United Pallet Network (UPN) has achieved ISO 14001:2015 certification, marking a major milestone in its mission to put sustainability at the core of palletised freight distribution. ISO 14001:2015 is the global standard for Environmental Management Systems, proving organisations manage environmental impact responsibly while driving sustainability, compliance, and continuous improvement across operations. Following a rigorous independent […]

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