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Rachel Reeves delivers Spring Statement

Logistics industry views Spring Statement a...

Mar 04, 2026No Comments

Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered yesterday’s (03/03/2026) Spring Statement against a backdrop of renewed oil market volatility and fragile economic growth. For the UK logistics and transport industry, the update offered little in the way of fresh

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CPD invests in UK’s first off-grid vehicle conversion workshop

CPD invests in UK’s first off-grid vehicl...

Mar 03, 2026No Comments

Construction has begun at CPD Bodies’ headquarters in Stockton-on-Tees on what is set to become the UK’s first fully off-grid, renewable-powered commercial vehicle conversion workshop. The landmark development aims to redefine sustainable manufacturing within the UK

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Road Transport Expo returns this summer

Road Transport Expo returns this summer

Mar 03, 2026No Comments

Road Transport Expo (RTX) will return to NAEC Stoneleigh, Warwickshire from 30 June to 2 July 2026, with organisers confirming that registration is now officially open for what is expected to be the show’s busiest year

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Logistics consequences of the outbreak of a new war in the Middle East

Logistics consequences of the outbreak of a...

Mar 03, 2026No Comments

The sharp military escalation between the United States, Israel and Iran has sent shockwaves through global energy markets, raising fears of a sustained oil price surge and widespread disruption to international supply chains. With the Strait

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Joseph Joseph extends partnership with XPO Logistics

Joseph Joseph extends partnership with XPO ...

Mar 02, 2026No Comments

Joseph Joseph, the British design-led brand renowned for its innovative kitchenware and home organisation products, is extending its partnership with XPO Logistics to cover global forwarding from China to its warehouse in Rugby, Warwickshire. The collaboration

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The Motor Ombudsman marks 50 years of the New Car Code

The Motor Ombudsman marks 50 years of the N...

Mar 02, 2026No Comments

As the new ‘26 vehicle registration hits showrooms across the UK, The Motor Ombudsman is celebrating 50 years of the Motor Industry Code of Practice for New Cars, commonly known as the New Car Code. The

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Lithia UK rebrands fleet arm as Driveway Vehicle Solutions

Lithia UK rebrands fleet arm as Driveway Ve...

Mar 02, 2026No Comments

Lithia UK has announced a major rebrand of its fleet and leasing division, confirming that Pendragon Vehicle Management will become Driveway Vehicle Solutions from 2 March 2026. The move signals a new chapter for the growing

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National Highways urge drivers to leave space

National Highways urge drivers to leave spa...

Mar 02, 2026No Comments

National Highways has launched the next phase of its campaign urging motorists to leave more space on the roads, after new research revealed widespread tailgating and a decline in everyday driving etiquette across England. Britain may

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A parcel delivery system that costs households hours each month

A parcel delivery system that costs househo...

Mar 02, 2026No Comments

New research from InPost exposes a structural failure in the UK’s parcel delivery system – one that is costing consumers hours each month and creating avoidable costs for retailers. It shows that 95% of adults receive

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Simon Thompson

Simon Thompson

Mar 02, 2026No Comments

VP Northern Europe, JAGGAER With over 20 years of experience in the provision of technology solutions for Commercial, Not-For-Profit and Public Sector Organisations, Simon leads JAGGAER’s UK, Nordic and Benelux Commercial teams. He strives to drive