What Are The Ongoing Problems For Logistics Automation In The UK?
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What Are The Ongoing Problems For Logistics Automation In The UK?

Automation in logistics equipment is growing rapidly in the UK, driven by the need for efficiency, accuracy, and sustainability. However, several key challenges continue to slow do …

01-Oct-2025 09:30:00 2 min read
What Are The Biggest Challenges Facing The Logistics Industry In 2025?
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What Are The Biggest Challenges Facing The Logistics Industry In 2025?

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK logistics sector face a unique set of challenges that can hinder growth, competitiveness, and resilience.

17-Sep-2025 09:30:00 2 min read
A Financial Snapshot Of Warehouse Logistics Automation
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A Financial Snapshot Of Warehouse Logistics Automation

Over the past five years, UK logistics automation spend has seen strong and accelerating growth, driven by e‑commerce expansion, labour shortages, and technology maturation:

10-Sep-2025 09:30:00 2 min read
Top Trends Shaping the Logistics Industry in 2025
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Top Trends Shaping the Logistics Industry in 2025

The logistics industry in 2025 is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by technological advancements, evolving customer expectations, and global sustainability goals. Companies …

05-Sep-2025 09:30:00 2 min read
Making Logistics Recession Proof
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Making Logistics Recession Proof

The following article was written by the founder and former managing director of LPC over 15 years ago. While the article may appear a little dated, the underlying fundamentals rem …

16-Jul-2025 10:00:00 8 min read
Transform Your Warehouse: The Benefits of Automation
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Transform Your Warehouse: The Benefits of Automation

AGVs, AMRs, Drones and AI. The opportunity to consider adopting automation technologies becomes more compelling with the prospect of reduced costs, increased operational efficiency …

03-Sep-2024 14:19:32 4 min read
Innovative Warehouse Automation Solutions: Robots & Cobots
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Innovative Warehouse Automation Solutions: Robots & Cobots

The opportunity to consider adopting automation technologies becomes more compelling with the new generations of equipment offering the prospect of reduced costs, increased operati …

12-Aug-2024 12:30:00 3 min read
Expectations In The Logistics Industry For 2024
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Expectations In The Logistics Industry For 2024

As we enter the final quarter of 2023, the UK logistics sector is in a fairly strong position after a tumultuous few years. Challenges remain, however, in the shape of stubbornly h …

08-Jan-2024 09:05:52 3 min read
Major Trends In The Logistics Industry: How They Have Shaped The Sector in 2023
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Major Trends In The Logistics Industry: How They Have Shaped The Sector in 2023

The UK logistics sector has continued to evolve at a rapid pace in 2023, driven by increased consumer demands, environmental/sustainability regulations, and innovations in software …

29-Dec-2023 10:00:00 3 min read
Are Your Transport Yards Big Enough For The Trailer Length Increase?
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Are Your Transport Yards Big Enough For The Trailer Length Increase?

A big change is coming to the UK’s roads and logistics sector, after the UK government greenlighted Longer Semi Trailers (LSTs) for general use on 30th May 2023.

14-Nov-2023 12:00:00 3 min read