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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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  • Hormuz crisis side effect: a sharp rise in container shipping rates May 29, 2026
    Spot container freight rates continue their ascent as ocean carriers pass along much higher fuel costs resulting from the effective...      Related StoriesLest we forget the Liberty shipsBunker supply not an issue for ‘foreseeable future’Ambition through pragmatism: Why shipping’s decarbonisation push isn’t dead yet 
    Greg Miller
  • Lest we forget the Liberty ships May 29, 2026
    Was this — 80 years ago — the great step forward for Greek shipping?      Related StoriesBunker supply not an issue for ‘foreseeable future’Ambition through pragmatism: Why shipping’s decarbonisation push isn’t dead yetGreek shipping: beacon of security in a sea of uncertainty 
    Nigel Lowry
  • Charterers favouring modern boxships amid elevated fuel prices May 29, 2026
    Modern 1,700 teu vessels are achieving daily charter rates of around $25,000 for two-year charters      Related StoriesFamilies of Baltimore bridge dead agree terms with Dali interestsSeanergy doubles newbuilding programme as Q1 results surgeSteamship Mutual admits ‘pressure on underwriting results’ 
    Rob Willmington
  • Steamship Mutual admits ‘pressure on underwriting results’ May 29, 2026
    Club remains ‘well placed’ thanks to capital position, members told      Related StoriesFamilies of Baltimore bridge dead agree terms with Dali interestsSeanergy doubles newbuilding programme as Q1 results surgeCharterers favouring modern boxships amid elevated fuel prices 
    David Osler
  • Bunker supply not an issue for ‘foreseeable future’ May 29, 2026
    Despite early fears of widespread bunker shortages, supply has held steady, with industry leaders telling Lloyd’s List that availability remains...      Related StoriesHormuz crisis side effect: a sharp rise in container shipping ratesLest we forget the Liberty shipsAmbition through pragmatism: Why shipping’s decarbonisation push isn’t dead yet 
    Joshua Minchin
  • Peak Posidonia in store May 29, 2026
    The 2026 incarnation of one of the shipping world’s most popular events promises to be bigger and more buzzy than...      Related StoriesMiddle East port update: Friday, May 29Wah Kwong orders up to four LR2 tankers from Chinese shipbuilderDaily Briefing 29 May 2026 
    Nigel Lowry

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