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  • Prominent economist Vicky Pryce to deliver keynote address at Logistics UK's Finance Forum
    As logistics operators face shifting global trade dynamics, evolving regulation and rising cost challenges, Logistics UK’s Finance Forum 2026 - taking place in London on 9 July - will provide practical insight for the sector on how to navigate mounting economic uncertainty and operational pressures.
    Logistics & Handling
  • Why warehouse bottlenecks often start at goods-in, not dispatch
    Warehouse congestion is often associated with dispatch areas and outbound pressure, particularly during busy retail periods. This is not without reason, but according to Midland Pallet Trucks many of the delays affecting warehouse performance now begin much earlier in the process – at goods-in.
    Logistics & Handling
  • £1 billion grant injection to fuel EV acceleration
    £1 billion of government funding to cut costs for fleet operators, drive growth and clean up UK roads will be a major catalyst in supporting the EV vehicle sector, according to Joe Collison, managing director of leading electrical engineering specialist CES.
    Logistics & Handling
  • Logistics Automation Market to reach $104.9 Bn by 2035
    The Logistics Automation Market is set to grow from its current market value of more than $35.9 Billion to over $104.9 Billion by 2035, as reported in the latest study by Global Market Insights, Inc.
    Logistics & Handling
  • Fleet Operations reaction to AMAP rate increase
    Any move to ease cost pressures for drivers is welcome, and this 10p increase in tax-free mileage rates will certainly be helpful for employees who use their own cars for business mileage and rely on AMAP payments.
    Logistics & Handling
  • Antalis Packaging to make first appearance at eDelivery Expo 2026
    Antalis Packaging will make its debut appearance at eDelivery Expo 2026, taking place from 30 June to 2 July at the NEC Birmingham, as the company strengthens its focus on e-commerce and logistics packaging solutions.
    Logistics & Handling

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  • How worried should you be about bunker supply? May 27, 2026
    Lloyd’s List senior reporter Joshua Minchin examines the current bunker supply landscape and assesses whether concerns over availability are valid      Related StoriesThe Daily View: The cost of freedomHormuz reopening? Shipping isn’t holding its breathThe Daily View: Fraud gets smart 
    Lloyd’s List
  • MPC Container Ships continues to benefit from tight feeder boxship market May 27, 2026
    MPC Container Ships is moving ahead with its fleet renewal strategy by selling older ships amid strong secondhand prices      Related StoriesSolong owners can cap liability at around $21m, High Court rulesLimited vessel availability continues to sustain high secondhand boxship asset pricesCMB.Tech grows stake in bunker provider TFG Marine and expands fleet fuel supply deal 
    Rob Willmington
  • Laskaridis: A legacy of diversity May 27, 2026
    With about 50 years in shipping, Panos Laskaridis continues to be busy on multiple fronts and some of today’s activities...      Related StoriesGreen regulation needn’t be perfect, says Accelleron CEO 
    Nigel Lowry
  • Limited vessel availability continues to sustain high secondhand boxship asset prices May 27, 2026
    Buying appetite remains strong despite geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and concerns over future overcapacity      Related StoriesMPC Container Ships continues to benefit from tight feeder boxship marketSolong owners can cap liability at around $21m, High Court rulesCMB.Tech grows stake in bunker provider TFG Marine and expands fleet fuel supply deal 
    Rob Willmington
  • Middle East port update: Wednesday, May 27 May 27, 2026
    Ruwais and Abu Dhabi petroleum ports are operational. Ruwais PPA (ISPS Level 2) and Abu Dhabi Ports (ISPS Level 1)      Related StoriesCosco Shipping Energy to inject $150m into Hainan unit for nine tanker newbuildsDaily Briefing 27 May 2026Fleet expansion lifts Performance Shipping revenues 
    Lloyd’s List
  • US container cartel charges could backfire and drive consolidation in China-dominated market May 26, 2026
    The US indictment of four Chinese container manufacturers, if too aggressive, will weaken market competition while leaving China’s overall production...      Related StoriesMPC Container Ships continues to benefit from tight feeder boxship marketSolong owners can cap liability at around $21m, High Court rulesLimited vessel availability continues to sustain high secondhand boxship asset prices 
    Peter Guo

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