Helping air freight deliver

UK airport capacity is a limiting factor for UK importers and exporters, air freight operators and the British economy. Logistics UK is working closely with government , members and other stakeholders to support sustainable growth at Heathrow and other airports, and promoting a balanced approach to environmental issues.

In addition to airport expansion, Logistics UK campaigns for all of our members across the supply chain (carriers, shippers, forwarders, ground handlers and aviation suppliers) on many other issues. These include aircraft noise rules and regulations; climate change and air quality; road and rail connections and supporting greater access for freighters to current airport and airspace capacity. Through our training arm we provide advice and support on compliance with air freight security, dangerous goods requirements, customs and trade procedures, with discounted rates for members.

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Air Freight: Call to action report

Logistics UK and Aberdeen Standard Investment’s AIPUT fund (Airport Industrial Property Unit Trust) has set out 11 key recommendations for the UK to facilitate the sustainable growth of its economically-vital air freight industry. The report follows a policy roundtable hosted by Logistics UK and AIPUT to discuss the steps that need to be taken by both government and the industry to secure a prosperous future for UK air freight.

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Air Freight Council

Logistics UK members set our policy messages and campaign strategy through our Policy Councils. The Air Freight Council sets Logistics UK policy on Aviation including the government’s Aviation 2050 Strategy, noise and night operations, climate change and air pollution, Heathrow expansion, air cargo security and specific issues on Brexit affecting this sector. Please see our Council pages for further information.

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Logistics UK and the environment

Like many human activities the transportation of goods from A to B by rail, water, road or air all of it has an impact on the environment. Some modes more damaging than others, but the Logistics UK works with all to reduce their effect.

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Report shows Air Cargo keeps Britain Trading

A report from Airlines UK, co-sponsored by Logistics UK, demonstrates the vital contribution that goods moved by air add to the UK economy, and the employment opportunities arising from the complex and high-speed logistics chain that moves products from the warehouse to the runway.

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Heathrow Expansion

Air Freight to long-haul destinations is carried in cargo hold of passenger aircraft flying in and out of Heathrow Airport.

Air Freight has stalled in the UK for many years due to limited capacity. The third runway will unlock demand and enable more long-distance trade with more trading partners, a crucial requirement in light of Brexit.

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Logistics UK responds to update on Manston Airport Development Consent Order

Speaking on the announcement that the Manston Airport Development Consent Order is to be upheld, Policy Advisor at Logistics UK, Ellis Shelton, comments:

Friday 22 September 2023

Finalists announced for Logistics UK's highly respected annual awards

Monday 21 August 2023

Logistics companies nationwide are celebrating today after being shortlisted for Logistics UK's prestigious Logistics Awards 2023.

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Logistics UK shares Transport Committee's disappointment

Friday 23 June 2023

Logistics UK shares the Transport Committee’s disappointment regarding government’s response to the Fuelling the Future report.

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Logistics industry recovery still has some way to go, says Logistics UK report

After three years of heightened trading conditions and untold pressures on the supply chain caused by the global pandemic, business group Logistics UK’s annual Logistics Report (released today 13 June 2023) shows that recovery is starting to be seen across the sector.

Tuesday 13 June 2023

Logistics UK to release its Logistics Report 2023 at Multimodal

Thursday 01 June 2023

Logistics UK – the business group that represents all parts of the logistics industry – will release its annual Logistics Report at Multimodal on 13 June at the NEC, Birmingham.

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Last chance to secure your place at Logistics UK's Future Logistics Conference

Thursday 04 May 2023

With just under a week to go until the return of Logistics UK’s not-to-be-missed Future Logistics Conference, the business group is encouraging anyone wishing to attend to sign up as soon as possible to reserve their spot and avoid disappointment.

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Entries open for Logistics UK’s Logistics Awards 2023

Entries are now open for Logistics UK’s prestigious Logistics Awards 2023. Now in its seventh year, the awards continue to grow year on year, with 2022 receiving the highest number of entrants since the event was launched in 2017.

Friday 21 April 2023

Logistics UK calls for faster progress on low carbon plans to support business investment

Thursday 30 March 2023

Following the government’s announcement made today (30 March), Logistics UK has welcomed progress on green energy and energy security but expressed disappointment at the continued lack of a plan for a green transition for larger logistics vehicles.

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Logistics UK welcomes independent Net Zero Review

Friday 13 January 2023

Logistics UK today (13 January 2023) welcomes the publication of the independent Skidmore Net Zero Review report and is encouraged to note the report’s recognition of the opportunities and challenges for the logistics sector to decarbonise.

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Comment on today's Autumn statement from Logistics UK

In response to today’s Autumn statement, business group Logistics UK is encouraged that the government has prioritised stability for the economy after a period of volatility, which will help restore confidence for businesses.

Thursday 17 November 2022

Logistics UK announces brand-new 'Delivering Decarbonisation' conference

Friday 28 October 2022

With net-zero deadlines moving ever closer, Logistics UK is thrilled to announce its new one-day conference ‘Delivering Decarbonisation’, to be held on 22 November 2022 at the Congress Centre, London.

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Logistics UK crowned Trade Association of the Year

Tuesday 18 October 2022

Logistics UK, one of the UK’s biggest business groups, has been crowned Trade Association of the Year at the 2022 Memcom Excellence Awards.

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Helping air freight deliver

Air Freight: Call to action report

Air Freight Council

Logistics UK and the environment

Report shows Air Cargo keeps Britain Trading

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Heathrow Expansion

Air Freight to long-haul destinations is carried in cargo hold of passenger aircraft flying in and out of Heathrow Airport.

Air News Visit our media centre

Speaking on the announcement that the Manston Airport Development Consent Order is to be upheld, Policy Advisor at Logistics UK, Ellis Shelton, comments:

After three years of heightened trading conditions and untold pressures on the supply chain caused by the global pandemic, business group Logistics UK’s annual Logistics Report (released today 13 June 2023) shows that recovery is starting to be seen across the sector.

Entries are now open for Logistics UK’s prestigious Logistics Awards 2023. Now in its seventh year, the awards continue to grow year on year, with 2022 receiving the highest number of entrants since the event was launched in 2017.

In response to today’s Autumn statement, business group Logistics UK is encouraged that the government has prioritised stability for the economy after a period of volatility, which will help restore confidence for businesses.

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