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CILT: Proposed lorry charges a good first step

The CILT has welcomed the announcement that the Government is to conduct a consultation on means of creating an effective charge on foreign lorries using UK roads.
Published:25 January 2012 By:

CILT welcomes far sighted decision on vital new rail route

Following the Government's approval of a new High Speed rail line announced today, Steve Agg, Chief Executive of CILT said:
Published:10 January 2012 By:

Take smarter steps to reduce carbon – says CILT study

With transport still accounting for nearly 25% of the UK’s carbon emissions, and at a time when governments are agreeing to move forward together on reducing emissions, The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT) is calling for a balanced approach to carbon management and better assessment of the carbon impact in making transport investment choices.
Published:21 December 2011 By:

SCALA partners with CILT - Making a Fresh Connection

CILT has joined forces with SCALA Consulting to endorse SCALA's Fresh Connection competition and training courses in the UK.
Published:11 January 2012 By:

CILT supports the renaissance of the vibrant local high street

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) has welcomed the proposals made by Mary Portas in response to the Prime Minister’s call for measures to revive the operation and profitability of town centres.
Published:13 December 2011 By:

CILT's Level 2 Certificate amongst vocational qualifications dropped from school league tables

CILT's Level 2 Certificate in Logistics and Transport (QCF) is one of the 3,100 vocational qualifications that will no longer be recognised in England's school league tables from 2014.
Published:31 January 2012 By:

Think Cycling! - New guide produced by CILT

A new guide entitled Think Cycling! - based on a series of good practice case studies - has been produced by The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport in the UK (CILT).
Published:13 December 2011 By:

R.A.G. What is it and what will it do?

The Representative's Advisory Group (R.A.G.) met for the first time on Monday 29th November, where it elected its Chairman, discussed roles and responsibilities as well as debating areas of particular interest in order to fulfil its remit as the voice for the Membership to the Board.
Published:30 November 2011 By:

CILT Welcomes Chancellor's Transport Investment Plans

CILT has welcomed the Chancellor's announcements of increased investment in road and rail infrastructure contained in today's Autumn Statement.
Published:29 November 2011 By:

Tesco.com's Neil Ashworth becomes new CILT UK Chairman

Neil Ashworth FCILT, Tesco.com's Operations & Development Director, is the new Chairman of CILT.
Published:9 November 2011 By:

Get into logistics with Aspire Careers Foundation

The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport's charitable careers foundation, Aspire, has helped seven young people develop the skills they need for a fulfilling job in logistics.
Published:8 November 2011 By:

Fritz Institute / CILT (UK) Certification in Humanitarian Logistics wins European Supply Chain Excellence Award

On November 1st in London, the Fritz Institute / CILT (UK) Certification in Humanitarian Logistics (CHL) was awarded the European Supply Chain Excellence Award for Training and Professional Development.
Published:2 November 2011 By:

Membership approves changes in Institute Governance and elects five new Board members

At last week's EGM the membership overwhelmingly accepted the recommendation of the Council and Board to amend the Institute Articles of Association and to change the governance structure of the Institute.
Published:26 October 2011 By:

CILT welcomes appointment of Justine Greening

CILT has told new Transport Secretary of State for Transport, Justine Greening, that the UK's road, rail and ports infrastructure will require continued substantial investment in order to aid the recovery of the economy and to benefit the needs of passengers and society.
Published:19 October 2011 By:

Longer lorry trailer trials welcomed by CILT

The announcement that operational trials of longer trailers for articulated lorries have been approved by the DfT has been welcomed by CILT.
Published:11 October 2011 By:

CILT President, Peter Hendy, calls for a 25 year vision to deliver the ‘Century of Cycling’

Peter Hendy CBE, President of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT) and Commissioner, Transport for London is calling for a new 25 year vision to make cycling the preferred way many more people choose to make local journeys.
Published:5 October 2011 By:

Investment, Partnership, New Infrastructure And Road Pricing Will Deliver A Sustainable Transport System - Says Leading Institute

Road pricing, a North-South high speed railway line, much stronger inter-modal collaboration and technical innovation and sustained investment in national infrastructure are the ways that Britain will remain competitive, reduce carbon emissions and limit wasteful congestion in the next 25 years.
Published:13 September 2011 By:

CILT and RFG demystify rail freight

June saw the first of a new series of training courses designed to help those who wish to obtain a better understanding of how rail freight operates.
Published:23 June 2011 By:

CILT supports fellowships for engineers from National Skills Academy for Railway Engineering

CILT, working in partnership with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), is supporting a series of new ‘vocational pathways' for railway engineers leading to Fellowships designed to enhance their careers.
Published:23 June 2011 By:

CILT Supports Fellowships For Engineers From National Skills Academy For Railway Engineering

The CILT, working in partnership with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), is supporting a series of new ‘vocational pathways' for railway engineers leading to Fellowships designed to enhance their careers.

Published:22 June 2011 By:

Network Rail Chief Executive acknowledges the need for change at CILT President’s Inauguration Lunch

David Higgins, the new Chief Executive of Network Rail, acknowledged that ‘the public demands something different’ of Network Rail during his keynote address at the President’s Annual Inauguration Lunch of CILT on Friday 20th May at London’s Connaught Rooms.

Published:24 May 2011 By:

Network Rail Chief Executive To Give Keynote Address At CILT President’s Inauguration Lunch

David Higgins, the new Chief Executive of Network Rail, will make the keynote address at the President’s Annual Inauguration Lunch of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) this Friday, 20th May at London’s Connaught Rooms.
Published:13 May 2011 By:

Logistics Training Levels Maintained – Despite Recession

Despite the economic pressures generated by the recession of the last three years, a survey of transport professionals has revealed that training and professional development investment in the logistics and transport sector was being maintained at good levels.
Published:13 May 2011 By:

Seven new recommendations for Scottish transport and logistics

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport UK (CILT) supports many of the commitments being made in political manifestos - but members want to see greater clarity for seven key areas.
Published:26 April 2011 By:

BA chairman lets fly at one-size-fits-all security checks

BA’s Chairman Sir Martin Broughton used this year’s CILT Aviation Lecture to call for ‘Security Lite’ lanes for trusted frequent flyers. His speech, reported on the front page of the Financial Times today, said an airline pilot and a Yemeni student should not be subject to the same airport security checks.
Published:20 April 2011 By:

CILT Backs Government Funded Apprenticeships

Joint Statement from FTA, RHA, CILT and Skills for Logistics
Published:18 April 2011 By:

HRH The Princess Royal Launches New Initiative To Help Improve Disaster Relief

HRH The Princess Royal joined leading figures from the humanitarian and logistics sectors yesterday to launch a joint initiative and ‘three point' collaboration plan aimed at improving the effectiveness of emergency aid.
Published:8 April 2011 By:

HRH The Princess Royal endorses new initiative to help improve disaster relief logistics

HRH The Princess Royal joined leading figures from the humanitarian and logistics sectors yesterday to launch a joint initiative and ‘3 point’ collaboration plan aimed at improving the effectiveness of emergency aid.
Published:6 April 2011 By:

CILT Wins Prestigious Communications Award

The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport UK (CILT) has won the prestigious MemCom Transformation Award for the marketing of its innovative and distinctive new membership structure.

Published:1 April 2011 By:

CILT Welcomes ‘Sensible Measures’ On Fuel Duty And Transport

CILT has welcomed the Chancellor’s Budget announcement today that fuel duty on petrol and diesel is to be cut by 1p per litre and that the previously announced increase will be delayed until 2012.
Published:23 March 2011 By:

New Greenhouse Gas Reporting Guidance

Defra has published guidance on reporting greenhouse gas emissions for the freight sector.
Published:22 March 2011 By:

Japan supply chain fears rattle world stock markets

CILT members from a number of countries are helping with the first phase of the relief effort in Japan after last week’s earthquake and tsunami, aiding search and rescue and temporary evacuation plans.
Published:16 March 2011 By:

Enter Now For Prestigious Transport And Logistics Awards

The CILT is now accepting entries for its widely acclaimed Annual Awards for Excellence.
Published:21 February 2011 By:

CILT Cymru-Wales National Transport Awards – the tension builds

Don't miss your chance to find out live the winners of this year's National Transport Awards on 27th May in Cardiff.
Published:18 February 2011 By:

Professional Institute Members Reinforce Calls For Apprenticeships As Unemployment Rises

Following the official unemployment figures, which show a rise of 44,000 to more than 2.5million people unemployed in the last quarter of 2010, and a shocking 965,000 16-24 year olds now without work, members of CILT are reinforcing calls for company apprenticeships to help build long-terms skills and training for young people in a dynamic industry sector, that offers strong and rewarding career prospects.
Published:17 February 2011 By:

CILT(UK) names TfL Commissioner Peter Hendy CBE as President Elect

The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport’s President, Sir Moir Lockhead OBE FCILT, has announced that Peter Hendy CBE, Commissioner, Transport for London, has been nominated President Elect of the Institute. He will take over the role of President from Sir Moir on 20th May 2011.
Published:21 January 2011 By:

Professor Alan Waller OBE becomes International President of CILT

Professor Alan Waller OBE FCILT is the new International President of The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport (CILT). Though International President-elect since only last May, Alan has taken over the role earlier than planned due to the sad death of former International President Len Harper FCILT of CILT Australia.
Published:17 January 2011 By:

CILT branches out into Benelux

The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport is launching a new Regional Group within the Benelux area of Europe, which comprises of Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg.
Published:13 January 2011 By:Alexandra Burns

CILT Welcomes Government Announcement On Rail Value For Money And Longer Franchises

Commenting on the findings published by the government of its McNulty Review into value for money on Britain’s railways, Steve Agg, Chief Executive of the CILT said:
Published:7 December 2010 By:Edward Funnell

Transport secretary proposes public access to road grit

Members of the public should be able to access salt and grit supplies in order to assist in clearing highways during periods of severe weather
Published:7 December 2010 By:

Lorry Drivers - Unsung Heroes In The Snow

The CILT says that the public must show understanding and support for the difficult job currently being carried out by lorry operators and, in particular, drivers, at this difficult time of adverse weather conditions.
Published:2 December 2010 By:Geoff Dossetter

Rail Investment Recognises Transport Importance To Economy

The CILT has welcomed the Government’s announcement of plans to invest £8 billion in the UK’s rail operations. The funds will be used to provide new carriages, electrification and progress on the Thameslink programme.
Published:25 November 2010 By:

CILT – Good Outcome For Transport From CSR

The CILT has welcomed yesterday’s statement by the Secretary of State for Transport Philip Hammond regarding the continued go-ahead for road and bus improvement schemes.
Published:27 October 2010 By:

Len Harper FCILT

The transport industry has lost one of its elder statesmen and most passionate advocates with the passing of CILT International's President Len Harper, FCILT, who died of cancer at home on Tuesday, 26 October.
Published:27 October 2010 By:

CILT welcomes increase in transport apprenticeships

The CILT welcomes the announcement of a £250 million a year increase in funding for adult apprenticeships to 2014-15.
Published:20 October 2010 By:

CILT welcomes CSR transport - economy link

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) has welcomed the Government’s positive attitude towards transport investment in today’s Comprehensive Spending Review. CILT Chief Executive Steve Agg says: ‘The Chancellor has clearly recognised the fundamental and undeniable link between transport investment and economic growth, and appears to have retained plans for continued considerable investment in the nation’s key road and rail infrastructure.
Published:20 October 2010 By:

Salt and Grit – Essential Supplies!

The CILT has reminded all transport operators and highways authorities of the need for adequate preparation in order to minimise any possible repeat of the difficulties which arose during the very heavy snowfalls and icy conditions of 2010, following similar problems the previous winter.
Published:12 October 2010 By:

Transport Investment and the Spending Review

In considering his forthcoming plans within the Comprehensive Spending Review, the Chancellor must carefully consider the role and importance of UK transport.
Published:12 October 2010 By:

Institute President Sir Moir Lockhead announces his retirement from FirstGroup

Following a distinguished career at FirstGroup, Institute President Sir Moir Lockhead OBE FCILT has decided to retire from his role at FirstGroup on 31 March 2011 after 21 years as Chief Executive.
Published:22 September 2010 By:

CILT: Government must invest in graduates and apprentices

Over 90 per cent of respondents to a survey conducted this week by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) have said that the Government must fund more places at higher education institutions and should create more apprenticeship opportunities. The survey of logistics and transport professionals, academics and managers, began on 3rd September and closed on 10th September.
Published:10 September 2010 By:

Transport Professionals’ Poll Backs Spending For Economic Growth

Members of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, (CILT), believe that transport spending that supports economic growth or reduces congestion should be the key priority in the Government’s Comprehensive Spending Review. 75% of participating members identified 'supporting economic growth' as one of their top priorities where Government spending should be protected.
Published:20 August 2010 By:

New CILT Public Authority Membership Can Help Councils Stay Green

The Institute has launched its Public Authority Corporate Membership package to support local authorities, with a range of services and tailored training.
Published:17 August 2010 By:

CILT Reaction to Budget

The CILT welcomes the commitment to rail investment in today’s budget.
Published:23 June 2010 By:

CILT Reaction to Fuel Taxation Rethink

The CILT welcomes the fact that that the coalition Government has made its first steps towards re-examining the principle of taxation on fuel in today’s budget.
Published:23 June 2010 By:

CILT produce supplement with The Times

The Times have produced a Supply Chain Supplement in association with CILT.
Published:10 June 2010 By:

CILT in The Times

The third Supply Chain Management report will be published in The Times newspaper on the 2nd June 2010.
Published:19 May 2010 By:

Transport should be priority for new Government

The Institute has welcomed the appointment of Philip Hammond as the new Secretary of State for Transport. The Institute says that he must do all that he can to ensure that transport investment is protected from the severe spending cuts required in order to reduce the deficit and improve the public finances.
Published:14 May 2010 By:

‘Education And Training Are Key To UK’s Future’ - Sir Moir Lockhead Inaugurated As New CILT President

The new Government must take early action to reduce youth unemployment and to increase investment in the education and training of young people.
Published:7 May 2010 By:

The Volcano, The Flight Ban…and The Smart Supply Chain

Efficient freight transport is fundamental to the economy of the world and brings significant benefits to the overall welfare of society.
Published:29 April 2010 By:

CILT Welcomes Extra Money For Road Repairs

The Institute welcomes the Chancellor’s announcement in the budget that there will be £100m for local road repairs and £285m for motorway improvements and expansion projects, such as allowing hard-shoulder running in busy times.
Published:24 March 2010 By:

CILT spells out post election transport needs

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT), representing over 19,000 transport professionals in the UK, says that the winning party in the General Election must ensure that the transport needs of industry and society are given appropriate priority in the difficult funding decisions to come.
Published:10 March 2010 By:

CILT Introduces Professional Sectors

The Institute is restructuring its organisation in order to improve its services and to ensure that members receive information and support on the particular sector of the profession most relevant to their needs.
Published:5 February 2010 By:

Keeping The Show On The Road – Big Freeze Potholes Highlight Investment Needs

Published:13 January 2010 By:

New Year Gongs

Congratulations to a number of our members who received New Year Honours awards.
Published:8 January 2010 By:

Road Transport In The Snow – The Good News!

Despite some three weeks of what some weather experts describe as ‘the worse snow for 30 years’ the freight logistics industry continues to deliver the goods which the whole population depends upon in order to continue with the routine operation of daily life.
Published:6 January 2010 By:

Milne Recieves International President's Medal

International President Len Harper presented Stuart Milne FCILT of New Zealand with the International President's Medal.
Published:21 December 2009 By:

More Rail Electrification Is Good News But ‘Remember Rail Freight’ Says CILT

Yesterday’s announcement by the Department for Transport of £200 million to electrify three lines totalling 57 miles of railway in North West England is ‘good news’ says CILT.
Published:15 December 2009 By:Edward Funnell

FirstGroup’s Sir Moir Lockhead Nominated As President Elect Of CILT

The President of The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport in the UK (CILT), Graeme McFaull, Chief Executive of Wincanton plc, has announced that Sir Moir Lockhead OBE, has been nominated as President Elect of the Institute. He will take over the role of President from Graeme in May 2010.
Published:11 December 2009 By:Edward Funnell

Chancellor's remorseless fuel duty policy 'counter productive’

The Institute says that the Chancellor’s Pre-Budget Report confirmation of yet another above inflation increase in fuel duty is counter productive in its penal impact on the logistics and transport sectors of the economy. CILT says that raising fuel costs in such a way constitutes an attack on fundamental and essential business operations and will not assist economic recovery but more likely impede it.
Published:9 December 2009 By:Geoff Dossetter

Rising to the logistics challenge of Cumbrian floods

The transport and logistics industry needs to overcome enormous challenges in order to sustain essential deliveries to Cumbria during the current flood induced emergency. However, the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT (UK)) says that it is confidant that the flexibility and innovative skills of the industry will result in the continuous delivery of goods and services despite the inevitable delays, diversions and difficulties which they face.
Published:23 November 2009 By:

CILT Approved to operate within the Qualifications Credit Framework

The CILT are happily celebrating a success which opens up great opportunities for the Logistics and Transport industries which benefit from highly trained employees, holding relevant and dynamic Professional Qualifications.
Published:18 November 2009 By:

Logistics industry fit to fight flu pandemic - CILT Logmark survey reports

A recent survey from The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT) has shown that in 2009, 68% of major logistics and supply chain operations have specific plans in place for dealing with the possibility of a flu pandemic as part of their overall disaster recovery strategy. This compares with a figure of 43% in 2008. And, of those companies operating specific flu plans, almost two thirds (63%) include counter measures such as face masks, gloves and anti-virals in addition to the use of schedule reorganisations, overtime, agency staff and other arrangements.
Published:3 November 2009 By:Kevin Shoemake

Call for longer rail franchises good – but train companies can do more to prove their worth – says CILT

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT) believes that the Association of Train Operating Companies (ATOC) has made ‘the right call' in arguing for longer franchises. However, in our view, the train companies can do more to prove that they are on the side of their passengers.
Published:30 October 2009 By:Edward Funnell

Industry leaders come together as CILT Corporate Members

Chief Executives and senior staff from ‘rival’ organisations such as Wincanton, Norbert Dentressangle and TDG have united together to celebrate their Corporate Membership of the industry’s independent professional body, The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport in the UK (CILT).
Published:13 October 2009 By:David Jinks

How do we pay for vital trunk road expansion?

David Bayliss OBE FCILT, the well-known former Chief Transport Planner for the GLC - and closely involved in the construction of the DLR, the Jubilee Line extension and the Croydon tramlink - has delivered a hard-hitting CILT lecture on the realities facing our trunk road network, to mark 50 years of British motorways.
Published:8 October 2009 By:David Jinks

DHL chief urges industry to ‘prepare for transformation’

Published:1 October 2009 By:David Jinks

New Combined Qualification for Logistics and Medical Supply Chain Professionals

Earthquake, flood, drought, famine and war - in the last three decades natural disasters and man-made emergencies have been steadily increasing across the world. The usual public response to such disasters is to send money and goods to people in the affected areas and the public desire to help is genuine.
Published:25 September 2009 By:Geoff Dossetter

CILT – The Prefered Training Provider For Norbert Dentressangle

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT) is delighted to have been chosen as the preferred training provider for Norbert Dentressangle. The partnership will see the CILT provide transport training solutions across a wide range of operational requirements including CPC, DCPC and bespoke training – which includes trainer development.
Published:22 September 2009 By:Jeff Marsh

New CILT(UK) Level 2 Qualification Launch - September 2009

The CILT(UK) will launch a new Level 2 Certificate, which will be accredited in the Qualification Credit Framework, and will supersede the CILT(UK) Level 2 Introductory Certificate as of 01 September 2009.
Published:26 August 2009 By:

New high-speed rail link proposed

Network Rail has proposed a new £34bn ($55bn) high-speed railway line linking Scotland and London.
Published:24 August 2009 By:

More rail electrification a positive step for people and business says CILT

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT) welcomes the recent announcement by the Department for Transport for electrification of the line between London and Swansea and Manchester to Liverpool as a positive step for passengers.
Published:28 July 2009 By:

Cut carbon – cut costs: Logistics can be a winner from new Government strategy

The transport and logistics industry can turn out to be a winner resulting from the Government’s newly published low carbon strategy.
Published:17 July 2009 By:

Swine Flu – We will continue to deliver the goods!

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT) says that if the swine flu epidemic takes off as predicted then it will inevitably cause major problems for the transport and distribution industry.
Published:17 July 2009 By:Geoff Dossetter

Ordering Online Greener Than A Trip To The Shops

A new study has concluded that online retailing can make a significant contribution to the development of a future low-carbon economy.
Published:13 July 2009 By:

Value Chain Management – Successful Logistics By Working Together

In today’s difficult economy it is essential that all business operations improve their efficiency and cost-effectiveness by optimising all of the internal and external resources available to them.
Published:12 June 2009 By:Geoff Dossetter

Orr chairman calls on rail industry to be more confident in planning its future

Chris Bolt, Chairman of the Office of Rail Regulation (ORR) since 2004, has said that if the rail industry is to continue to improve it will need much more effective long-term partnership between Network Rail and train operators, and that regulation can help create the conditions for that.
Published:15 May 2009 By:Edward Funnell

President McFaull demands improved profile for logistics and transport

Graeme McFaull FCILT, Chief Executive, Wincanton plc, says that the logistics profession needs to raise its profile and professionalism in order to benefit both the performance of individuals and the operation of the industry.
Published:11 May 2009 By:Geoff Dossetter

CILT(UK) Gives Evidence To Transport Select Committee

Vernon Murphy, the Chairman of the Institute’s Aviation Forum, gave evidence on 6 May before the Parliamentary Select Committee on Transport’s inquiry into the Future of Aviation.
Published:7 May 2009 By:

Transport corridors - good news but more work required

The Government’s proposals for the creation of fourteen strategic national transport corridors for road, rail, waterways, ports and aviation are welcome and make explicit use of the principles described in the transport study carried out by Sir Rod Eddington in 2006.
Published:30 April 2009 By:Geoff Dossetter

“Scottish way for Scotland's railways is best” says former Transport Scotland CEO

Dr Malcolm Reed CBE, until recently the Chief Executive of Transport Scotland, has told delegates at the prestigious Annual CILT Rail Lecture that Scotland’s model for running its railways is working well and is here to stay.
Published:23 April 2009 By:Edward Funnell

Aviation and the Environment - Jekyll and Hyde?

Aviation is a Jekyll and Hyde of twenty-first century life. It brings many benefits - but many problems.
Published:21 April 2009 By:

Institute responds strongly to DfT transport report

Your Institute has responded to the DfT’s latest transport report with some strong recommendations and a number of criticisms.
Published:11 March 2009 By:

An Inconvenient Truck?

CILT: Freight transport and climate change - truck operators must do better - cut emissions and save money
Published:2 March 2009 By:Geoff Dossetter

Report on the launch of the EU e-Freight programme.

DG TREN, on behalf of the European Commission and in line with one of the main measures of the 2007 Freight Transport Logistics Action Plan, wants to establish a roadmap for the development of an integrated electronic application that is capable of following the movement of goods into, out-of and around the European Union.
Published:25 February 2009 By:

Potholes – Repair now or pay later!

The recent snow and icy weather has emphasised the false economy of under investing in the care and maintenance of the UK’s local roads network. The hard weather in January and February has resulted in a nationwide rash of potholes and cracks resulting in threats to road safety and potentially costly damage to vehicles. The Government and local authorities must quickly review budgets and spending priorities in order to prevent further deterioration in the quality of local roads leading to the need for an even greater spending requirement in future years.
Published:20 February 2009 By:

Leading transport trainers move together

Two of the UK's leading transport training organisations have joined together to help transport and planning organisations beat the effects of the credit crunch.
Published:19 December 2008 By:Alexandra Burns

Professionalism pays: report reveals lifetime benefits of £152,000

New, independent economic impact analysis reveals that individuals with professional qualifications and membership of organisations, such as the Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport (CILT), stand to gain £152,000 in additional earnings over the course of their career.
Published:9 December 2008 By:

CILT names Wincanton Chief Graeme McFaull as President Elect

The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport’s President, Richard Brown CBE FCILT, CEO of Eurostar, has announced that Graeme McFaull FCILT, CE Wincanton, has been nominated as President Elect of the Institute. He will take over the role of President from Richard in May 2009.
Published:25 November 2008 By:Alexandra Burns

Professional transport managers urge cut in diesel taxes

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport’s President, Richard Brown CBE FCILT, has urged the Chancellor to take the opportunity to review fuel taxation policies for drivers and hauliers.
Published:21 November 2008 By:Alexandra Burns

Leading transport consultant Jim Steer announced as CILT Vice President

Following the success of last week's Annual Awards For Excellence, the Institute's President, Richard Brown CBE FCILT, CEO of Eurostar, is pleased to announce that leading transport consultant Jim Steer has been made a Vice President of CILT(UK).
Published:31 October 2008 By:Alexandra Burns

Nargis & Wenchuan – the humanitarian logistics lessons learned from the emergency responses in Myanmar and China

Soon after the South East Asia Tsunami a very successful symposium discussed opportunities to improve the logistics response to that, and other humanitarian emergencies.
Published:22 October 2008 By:

HRH The Princess Royal launches the CILT ‘Aspire’ careers foundation

HRH The Princess Royal, Patron of The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) launched Aspire, the CILT’s vital new Careers Foundation, last night (06 October).
Published:7 October 2008 By:David Jinks

Become LinkedIn

CILT now has a group within LinkedIn. Connect with other logistics and transport professionals around the world.
Published:3 September 2008 By:

LHV rejection 'A Wasted Opportunity'

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) has criticised the announcement by Ruth Kelly, Secretary of State for Transport, that Longer Heavier Vehicles (LHVs) will not be permitted on UK roads.
Published:4 June 2008 By:Alexandra Burns

CILT is East Midlands' Small Employer of the Year

CILT(UK) has been awarded the Small Employer of the Year Award at the East Midlands Apprenticeship Awards which were held at the East Midlands Conference Centre in Nottingham on May 20th 2008.
Published:27 May 2008 By:Alexandra Burns

Government transport policy ‘unconvincing’, says CILT

In response to government consultations, the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) argues that urgent action is needed to ensure the UK’s transport network remains fit for purpose. Its position was endorsed by the Eddington and Stern reports, but CILT says that the Government’s formal response to these reports – Towards a Sustainable Transport System – is unconvincing on a number of levels.
Published:21 April 2008 By:Alexandra Burns

New MSc programmes with cutting edge online delivery

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport is launching two new online MSc programmes, using cutting edge technology, including podcasts and vodcasts, ensuring that students can study for these qualifications easily and conveniently wherever they are in the world.
Published:20 February 2008 By:Alexandra Burns

CILT and Daily Telegraph produce 3PL supplement

Special Report Publishing has today produced a Third Party Logistics supplement in association with CILT.
Published:6 December 2007 By:Alexandra Burns

New Chairman shows CILT the Unipart Way

Paul Brooks, Unipart Logistics Sales Director, is the new Chairman of The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport.
Published:21 November 2007 By:Alexandra Burns

New CILT President has Eurostar quality

Richard Brown CBE FCILT, Eurostar’s Chief Executive Officer, is the new President Elect of The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (UK).
Published:5 November 2007 By:Alexandra Burns

A new era for the Institute of Operations Management

Institute of Operations Management changes the way its operations are managed!
Published:1 November 2007 By:Leonie Edwards

Institute launches new internet message board

Have Your Say.....
Published:25 April 2007 By:Alexandra Burns

Legislative Changes Ahead

Legislative Changes Relating to Road Transport and Road Transport Operation Effective from 11th April 2007
Published:8 January 2007 By:Alexandra Burns

Back to the Future?

The next 80 years of joined up thinking and joined up journeys.
Published:20 December 2006 By:Alexandra Burns

Road Pricing

Can the Technology Cope?
Published:18 December 2006 By:Alexandra Burns

CILT(UK) take over Logmark Benchmarking Club

The Institute has now formally taken over the facilitation and management of the Logmark Benchmarking Club from NHS Logistics .
Published:5 December 2006 By:Alexandra Burns

The Eddington Transport Study

Sir Rod Eddington’s eagerly awaited report, Transport’s role in sustaining the UK’s productivity and competitiveness, was published on December 1st. CILT(UK) submitted its main evidence late in 2005, followed by a supplementary paper in October 2006. Links to both documents are provided below.
Published:1 December 2006 By:Trevor Whelan

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