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A manifesto for growth As the UK General Election draws near, Logistics UK’s David Wells is urging all political parties to unleash the power of the logistics industry to help drive growth across the whole economy.
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Sweet success With the annual chocolate-fest that is Easter looming, what factors do chocolate producers need to consider when looking at the efficient transfer of these temperature-sensitive goods around the globe? Here Ian Shuttlewood of PML Seafrigo, specialists in the movement of perishable goods, offers some timely advice.
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Generation Logistics: Where talent meets opportunity Spearheaded by a collective effort of businesses and trade associations across the industry spectrum, the Generation Logistics campaign has quickly solidified its status as a transformative force, writes Kevin Green, Policy Director at Logistics UK.
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Safer sites save lives Fork lifts are responsible for more than a quarter of all transport related workplace injuries in the UK. Understanding the four pillars of basic fork lift safety are the first steps to reduce accident risk and protect workers, says Cameron Burnett, Director, UK Material Handling Association.
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Eyes on the prize Rail Freight Group welcomes the Government’s pledge to grow rail freight by at least 75 per cent by 2050 but this will require a concerted effort from customers and the industry, as well as Network Rail and the Government, if the target is to be delivered, says Maggie Simpson, RFG’s Director General.
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