Stay Informed on Corporate Sustainability

Author: Irish Logistics and Transport Awards

A new parliamentary inquiry has exposed critical gaps in post-Brexit border controls for animal and plant imports. MPs are scrutinizing the effectiveness of the Border Target Operating Model (BTOM) as seizures of illegal meat at Dover triple year-on-year. With just 20% of necessary border checks in place, industry leaders warn that biosecurity vulnerabilities are being exploited—posing serious risks to public health and supply chain integrity.

Author: Irish Logistics and Transport Awards

London Gatwick and the London Chamber of Commerce are urging the UK government to greenlight the use of Gatwick’s Northern Runway, a move that could unlock an extra 60,000 flights per year and double cargo volumes by 2038. With long-haul imports from Asia and the Middle East driving trade, expanding Gatwick’s capacity would provide a £2bn annual economic boost and create 35,000 new jobs.

Author: Irish Logistics and Transport Awards

Nissan’s planned tie-up with Honda has collapsed after just seven weeks of negotiations, shaking up Japan’s auto industry. The deal, which would have seen Honda absorb its struggling rival under a single holding company by 2026, unraveled amid internal resistance at Nissan.

Author: Irish Logistics and Transport Awards

Potholes cost the UK economy an estimated £14.4 billion annually, yet 82% of the worst-affected roads remain unrepaired. But a groundbreaking solution is emerging—self-healing asphalt. Developed by researchers using recycled cooking oil, this innovative material could extend road lifespan by 30%, reduce repair costs for councils, and improve safety for motorists and cyclists.

Author: Irish Logistics and Transport Awards

Marks & Spencer is redefining food retail logistics with the launch of its first refrigerated electric wagon and drag fleet, developed in partnership with Gray & Adams. This industry-first hybrid solution blends electric-powered refrigeration with a backup diesel option, ensuring uninterrupted operations while slashing carbon emissions.

Author: Irish Logistics and Transport Awards

A pilot project by Verity, On, and Maersk is redefining warehouse inventory management. By integrating RFID with Verity’s autonomous drones, they’re eliminating blind spots in tracking, achieving near-total visibility across supply chains. These AI-powered drones can scan up to 1,000 RFID tags per second with 99.9% accuracy—without disrupting workflows.

Author: Irish Logistics and Transport Awards

DHL Group is doubling down on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to decarbonise its airfreight operations, striking a major deal with Neste to secure 300,000 tons of unblended SAF annually by 2030. The partnership will also explore Neste’s renewable diesel (HVO100) to cut emissions in DHL’s road transport fleet.

Author: Irish Logistics and Transport Awards

As the logistics landscape evolves, businesses must stay agile to navigate new challenges and opportunities. With tariff changes threatening small package imports, are companies prepared for the potential disruptions ahead?

Author: Irish Logistics and Transport Awards

Labour shortages, soaring recruitment costs, and space constraints are pushing logistics operators to rethink order fulfillment. Goods-to-person (G-2-P) robotics is emerging as the smart, scalable solution to these challenges, offering increased efficiency, cost savings, and a seamless way to manage peak demand.

Author: Irish Logistics and Transport Awards

The latest data from the Upply x Ti x IRU European road freight index shows a marginal recovery in rates, with contract rates rising by 2.8 points quarter on quarter (QoQ) and spot rates edging up by 0.5 points. However, year-on-year (YoY), both indices remain below 2023 levels, reflecting a sluggish demand environment.