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DHL figures up: reported Group EBIT is now expected to exceed EUR 7bn
The management of DHL Group assessed the business outlook of its divisions for the remainder of the current year. In light of the ongoing earnings momentum, in particular within the Express division and indications of a robust seasonal peak in Q4, management has decided to raise its outlook for the full year 2026 as follows: Reported Group EBIT is now expected to exceed EUR 7.0 billion (previously: more than EUR 6.5 billion).
Business organisations join forces to launch the Road Pricing Coalition
Seven leading business organisations representing companies that depend on Britain’s roads have today launched the Road Pricing Coalition, as the Government faces an increasingly urgent challenge over how road use will be taxed as fuel-duty revenues decline.
Culina brings industry-leading expertise together under one brand
Culina has unveiled the next phase of its growth strategy, marking a defining milestone in its evolution and creating an even stronger proposition for customers, colleagues and partners. As part of this transformation, Culina Group and its subsidiaries will unite under a single identity: Culina. The move will bring together established businesses including Culina Logistics, IPS, Stobart, Great Bear, Fowler Welch, Warrens, CML, Stobart Europe, IRF and iForce under one powerful brand.
Final Hinkley train marks the end of an eight year journey
Last month, Bristol Port welcomed the final aggregate train from Whatley Quarry in support of the construction of Hinkley Point C, marking the end of an operation spanning more than eight years. The first train arrived at the Port on 21st May 2018. Since then, Bristol Port's team have unloaded approximately 1.2 million tonnes of aggregate from rail wagons for onward transportation by vessel to Hinkley Point C.
Finnlines implements Green Lane low-carbon shipping solution with Stora Enso
Stora Enso and Finnlines have expanded their cooperation to support the decarbonisation of logistics for packaging board and wood-based products and reduce transport-related emissions across European supply chains. As part of the collaboration, Stora Enso will utilise Finnlines' Green Lane service for the sea transportation of its products. Green Lane is Finnlines' low-carbon shipping solution designed for customers seeking to reduce emissions from maritime transport.
DP World completes £13m skills and innovation hub at London Gateway
DP World and Thames Freeport have completed The Hive, a new £13 million skills, amenity and innovation hub at London Gateway, designed to support the growth of one of the UK’s leading logistics centres while creating new opportunities for local communities.
DHL report reveals 78% of UK businesses expect demand to outpace their ability to add capacity within two years
A study of 200 senior decision-makers in advanced manufacturing, life sciences, energy and infrastructure, and data centres found that four in five expect a capacity crunch within the next two years, despite businesses investing proactively in expansion. The capacity challenge extends beyond physical space. It includes the people, infrastructure, technology and operational capability businesses need to meet growing demand.
LTS Global Solutions joins forces with Mosaiq Analytics to support next phase of growth
LTS Global Solutions has joined forces with logistics data specialist Mosaiq Analytics to integrate Microsoft Power BI across its operation. The partnership forms part of LTS’ continued investment in technology as it looks to make the business more efficient as it continues to grow, with Power BI the latest addition to its systems.
Cost pressures overtake climate ambitions in UK fleet transition, with just 38% of operators adopting alternative fuel vehicles
According to new research from GXO Logistics rising operating costs, rather than net zero commitments, are now the primary driver of fleet fuel transition decisions for UK businesses. The survey of over 1,000 UK supply chain, transport and logistics decision makers found that 63% say rising fuel costs are accelerating their interest in alternative fuel vehicles.
TEG’s SmartPay surpasses £478m as early payment reaches thousands of UK haulage businesses
SmartPay, TEG's payment and settlement platform for UK freight, has moved close to half a billion pounds into the accounts of UK hauliers. SmartPay was built to solve a structural problem in UK road freight, a market worth an estimated £39.3 billion a year. Standard payment cycles run from 30 to 90 days, while average haulage profitability margins sit at around 2%. For the thousands of SMEs and sole traders that make up the sector, delayed payment is not an inconvenience.
Peel Ports Group change in executive leadership
After nearly five years as Chief Executive Officer and six years within the business, Claudio Veritiero is standing down from his position at Peel Ports Group. Mark Whitworth, Non-Executive Chairman and former Peel Ports Group Chief Executive, will become Executive Chairman on an interim basis while a successor is appointed.
John G Russell and Scania to thoroughly test the viability of FCEV in day-to-day operations
Scottish transport and logistics company, John G Russell (Transport) Ltd, will become the first operator to put hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicles (FCEV) into its daily operations on UK roads, in collaboration with Scania. This announcement follows the handover of three prototype hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) to John G Russell at Scania's Eurocentral site in Scotland.
Europa Road strengthens European routes with new strategic partnerships
Europa Road has expanded its established European partner network with new collaborations with leading players in France and Greece. This is boosting cross-border capacity and improving service reliability for customers moving goods between the UK and key continental markets.
Clarion Events to join Informa
Clarion Events has announced that it is to be acquired by Informa, a leading international B2B live events group, bringing together two highly complementary organisations with a shared commitment to growth, innovation and customer value. The acquisition reflects the strength of Clarion's portfolio of market-leading brands, its strong positions across a range of attractive sectors and geographies, and the expertise and commitment of its people.
Albacore offers AI advice
Making the Right Choices When Adopting AI in Your Freight and Logistics Business Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming an increasingly valuable tool for freight and logistics businesses. From reducing administrative workloads to improving customer service and operational efficiency, AI has the potential to deliver significant benefits.
Two million tonnes of aggregates transported by rail from Dove Holes Quarry in just nine months
Cemex UK and Victa Railfreight are celebrating a significant milestone after the two millionth tonne of aggregates was transported by rail from Dove Holes Quarry in Derbyshire between January and September 2026. The achievement was marked on Thursday 24 September when the two-millionth tonne departed the quarry aboard a service bound for Salford, underlining the continued importance of rail freight in supporting construction and infrastructure projects across the UK.
Fast-growing logistics group northstarr posts record results
Technology-led logistics group northstarr is celebrating record financial results after announcing multi-million-pound growth in revenue and profits. The parent company of pallet network Pallet-Track has increased profits by 20 per cent year-on-year, while also posting the highest EBITDA in the group’s history and delivering record levels of investment.
CMA CGM and DSV strengthen their partnership to accelerate low-carbon shipping through ACT+
CMA CGM and DSV have signed an agreement under which DSV will use CMA CGM’s ACT+ low-carbon shipping solution to support a targeted reduction of 12,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions over two years. These emissions reductions will be achieved through the use of low-carbon fuels, namely second-generation UCOME-based biofuels.
Forfield launched
Four companies have joined forces under the banner of Forfield to tender for contract work managing the Ministry of Defence’s supply chains, partner Kuehne+Nagel has announced.
GB Railfreight signs long-term agreement with 7 Steel UK
GB Railfreight has signed a new long-term agreement with 7 Steel UK that will see the company transport steel products to and from the manufacturer's Cardiff operations for at least the next 11 years. The agreement will see GBRf move scrap steel into 7 Steel UK's Cardiff facilities and transport finished steel products to customers across the UK.
C.H. Robinson to acquire RXO
C.H. Robinson Worldwide and RXO Inc have announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which C.H. Robinson will acquire RXO in a stock-and-cash transaction for an implied value of $5.8 billion and will create a combined company with an enterprise value of over $25 billion.
Peel Ports Group appoints Nigel Kent as first Head of Project Cargo
Peel Ports Group has appointed Nigel Kent as its first Head of Project Cargo as it strengthens its offering to meet rising demand across this sector. Nigel is appointed as the UK’s second largest port operator responds to the shifting dynamics of the energy transition and major UK infrastructure projects, which are reshaping the project cargo market and logistics for the transport of large, complex components across the country.
Toshiba hails impact of customs partnership forged during Brexit
Global technology provider Toshiba has hailed the impact of a customs partnership forged during Brexit which has been instrumental in the launch of its new Republic of Ireland branch.
A.P. Moller Capital agrees to acquire a majority stake in Euroports Group
A.P. Moller Capital has announced that, through a separately managed fund vehicle, it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Euroports Group, a leading port terminal operator and provider of logistics solutions. Following completion of the transaction, A.P. Moller Capital will become the majority shareholder in Euroports alongside SFPIM and PMV, who will remain shareholders, supporting the company’s long-term development.
H.I.G. Capital completes acquisition of Torque
H.I.G. Capital has announced that one of its affiliates has acquired Torque Holdings Limited, a leading UK provider of omni-channel fulfilment services. The transaction has been completed in partnership with Torque’s management team, who will continue to lead the business. Torque provides outsourced fulfilment and supply chain services to a diversified base of premium and high-growth consumer brands.
Manifests Ireland grows customs operations with Descartes
Descartes Systems has announced that customs brokerage Manifests Ireland has increased its annual customs declaration volumes from approximately 20,000 before Brexit in 2020 to 2 million today. Powered by the Descartes Thyme™ customs platform and a long-term collaboration, the Dublin-based company has successfully scaled its operations, adapted to major regulatory changes and maintained the high levels of accuracy, compliance and customer service on which its reputation is built.
Europa puts warehouse rooftop to work - but warns barriers are slowing solar progress
Millions of square metres of warehouse roof space across the UK could be used to generate renewable energy, but complex lease arrangements and divided responsibilities between landlords and occupiers continue to slow progress. Independent logistics operator Europa Worldwide Group (EWG) has partnered with its landlord, Prologis, to install a 600 kWp rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) system at its £30 million Dartford site.
Peel Ports Group calls for smarter, more efficient movement of construction materials ahead of October Budget
Peel Ports Group is calling for a smarter approach to how construction materials enter and move around the UK. The UK's second largest port operator is making the call ahead of Prime Minister Andy Burnham's first Budget, which it says is an opportunity to help the construction sector regain momentum. The new government has set out what Burnham has called the biggest council housebuilding programme since the post-war period.
Four of Europe’s largest quay cranes arrive at DP World’s UK ports
DP World has welcomed four of Europe’s largest quay cranes to its UK ports, as part of its continued investment to expand capacity and support the growth of UK trade. The first pair of cranes, weighing more than 2,000 tonnes each and standing nearly 150 metres high, taller than world-famous London landmarks such as the London Eye and St Paul’s Cathedral, arrived fully assembled by sea at London Gateway on Friday 25 September, having completed their round the world journey from Shanghai.
GEODIS expands TAPA security certification across the UK, Germany and Sweden
GEODIS has obtained the certification for TAPA Facility Security Requirements (FSR) level C for five sites in Europe. This standard certification by the Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) regulates physical security in warehouses and logistics centers and ensures high-security freight management throughout the entire global supply chain.
Yusen Logistics opens SDC in Northampton
Yusen Logistics has announced the opening of its new 1.2 million-square-foot Sustainable Distribution Centre (SDC) in Northampton, United Kingdom. The state-of-the-art facility represents a significant investment in future-ready supply chains, bringing together advanced automation, smart warehouse technologies and low-carbon operations to enhance operational efficiency, strengthen supply chain resilience and support customers’ evolving business and sustainability objectives.
Chinese businesses commit more than 2.5 million sqm of industrial and logistics space across Europe
Chinese businesses have committed to more than 2.5 million sqm of industrial and logistics space across Europe since the start of 2024, reshaping demand across the region’s logistics and manufacturing hubs, according to new research from Cushman & Wakefield.
Peel Group’s £630m offer for Harworth Group declared unconditional
Peel Group’s £630 million offer for Harworth Group has been declared unconditional after securing acceptances covering more than 50 per cent of the listed land and property company's share capital. Last month, Peel Pepper (UK) Ltd (BidCo), an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Peel Holdings Group, launched a cash offer to acquire the entire issued and to-be-issued ordinary share capital of Harworth Group not already held by Peel Holdings.
THG Fulfil expands AutoStore distribution partnership
THG Fulfil, the fulfilment operating system from THG Ingenuity, today announces the expansion of its distribution partnership with AutoStore. The agreement enables THG Fulfil to offer AutoStore systems through both traditional CapEx ownership and its existing Robotics-as-a-Service (RaaS) model.
Howard Tenens halves carbon footprint in five years through ambitious strategy
Howard Tenens has announced significant progress against its decarbonisation targets, more than halving its carbon footprint in just five years while continuing to grow its operations. The family-owned business, which was one of the first to sign Logistics UK's ‘Route to Net Zero’ pledge, has reduced average fleet carbon emissions per kilometre by 55% against its baseline year, exceeding the level originally targeted for 2030.
DHL Global Forwarding launches TradeNavigator tool powered by its TradeConnect solution
DHL Global Forwarding, the air and ocean freight specialist of DHL Group, has announced the launch of DHL TradeNavigator, a new AI-backed tool in its TradeConnect environment. TradeNavigator enables customers to access customs and trade insights across their global activities through natural-language queries.
ID Logistics strengthens UK leadership team
ID Logistics, a leading international contract logistics group, has strengthened its UK leadership team with key senior appointments to support its next stage of growth: Jagdeep Loha (Head of IT): brings over 20 years of IT leadership experience across infrastructure, cybersecurity, and digital transformation to lead the UK technology strategy.
Logistics UK strengthens senior leadership team
Business group Logistics UK has strengthened its senior leadership team with three new key appointments. Verity Davidge and Jenny McMillan OBE join the organisation from Make UK in mid-November as Executive Directors of Campaigns and Performance & Governance respectively, while Ben Garratt takes on a new role as Chief External Affairs Officer.
Hyster delivers United Kingdom’s first hydrogen fuel cell-powered ReachStacker to the Port of Tilbury
Hyster and local authorized dealer, Briggs Equipment UK, have announced the delivery of a hydrogen fuel cell-powered Hyster® ReachStacker to the Port of Tilbury in Essex, UK. This is the first hydrogen fuel cell (HFC) powered container handler to be deployed and fully operational in a real-world port application within the United Kingdom.
Kuehne+Nagel announces long-term strategic collaboration with Amazon
As part of its continued focus on strategic growth initiatives, Kuehne+Nagel has entered into a long-term strategic collaboration with its customer, Amazon. The collaboration is comprehensive in its scope. Building on an already strong relationship, it is designed to support future business opportunities and further strengthen customer services for Amazon and its affiliates.
Dachser acquires Scottish partner Drummond
Dachser is acquiring its Scottish partner, Drummond Distribution. The companies have agreed not to disclose the purchase price. Drummond has been a trusted Dachser partner since 2008, connecting Scottish customers to Dachser’s European Logistics network. In 2025, Drummond generated revenue of approximately GBP20 million with around 175 employees. The company operates five locations across Scotland’s densely populated Central Belt area between Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Toga consolidates UK imports in Tamworth
Toga Freight has opened a further UK facility at Tamworth. It will cater to an expected increase in European import volumes and will allow all such traffic to be controlled centrally in a stand-alone facility without the need for third party involvement.
CLdN orders two new RoRo vessels from long-standing partner HD Hyundai Heavy Industries
CLdN has announced it has placed an order for two new 6,700 lane-metre RoRo vessels with HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD Hyundai HI). Construction of the new vessels is set to begin towards the beginning of 2028, with delivery scheduled for mid-2029. The ships will be the 15th and 16th vessels ordered by CLdN from the South Korean shipbuilder over the past 10 years.
Transaid’s Tanzania Cycle Challenge raises £200,000
Transaid’s Kilimanjaro to Coast Cycle Challenge has raised £200,000 to support the international development organisation’s road safety and access to healthcare projects. The event saw 36 riders from across the transport and logistics sector cycle 454km across Tanzania, from the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro to the country’s Indian Ocean coastline.
Europa adds two technology directors to Board as digital investment grows
Independent logistics operator Europa Worldwide Group (EWG) is strengthening its Board with two senior technology appointments, putting software development and IT at Board level as it advances its ambition to operate as a technology-led logistics business. Paul Hinchley has been promoted from Head of Software Development to Software Development Director and Chris Mitchell has been promoted from Group Head of IT to IT Director.
Multimodal Team cycling for Transaid
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Peel Ports Clydeport appoints new Port Director to lead its Scottish operations
Peel Ports Group has appointed the head of one of Amazon’s biggest UK depots as its new Port Director in Scotland. Jamie Strain will lead the port operator’s Peel Ports Clydeport business, overseeing its key Scottish sites, including the Hunterston PARC site in Ayrshire, KGV Dock in Glasgow, and the Port of Greenock, including nearby Inchgreen Marine Park.
Major new bulk agri-hub at Port of Tilbury opens and welcomes first delivery
A major, new bulk storage and handling facility has opened at Berth 43 at the Port of Tilbury for long-term Forth Ports customer, Cefetra, one of the UK’s major traders of grains and animal feed raw materials.
Maritime Transport crowned Sustainability winner at RFG Awards 2026
Maritime Transport has won the Sustainability and Environmental Excellence Award at the Rail Freight Group (RFG) Awards 2026, recognising the delivery of one of the UK’s most ambitious decarbonisation programmes to shift more long-distance container movements from road to rail while electrifying the essential road miles that remain. The award was presented at the annual RFG Awards Dinner on Thursday 10th September at Hunton Park Hotel, Watford.
Business rates are top Budget priority for warehousing
The warehousing sector is urging the Chancellor to freeze business rates in the forthcoming Budget, warning that further increases would raise costs across UK supply chains and ultimately feed through to consumers. In its submission to the Treasury, the UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) said warehouses had already been hit hard by this year’s business rates changes.
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