The UK’s Minister for Industry recently toured a key logistics hub in the East Midlands, underscoring the strategic importance of supply chain infrastructure and industry‑government collaboration for economic growth. The visit was coordinated with a leading logistics industry association and brought together logistics leaders to discuss shared priorities for the sector.
During the half‑day programme, the minister took part in a roundtable with logistics executives, exploring how government policy can support private‑sector investment, productivity, and skills growth across the logistics landscape. The discussions focused on aligning industry needs with national economic objectives, particularly around technology adoption, workforce development and infrastructure resilience.
The tour also included a visit to an automated supply chain facility to observe how advanced technologies are transforming warehousing operations, and a visit to a rail freight terminal to examine how shifting freight from road to rail can help reduce emissions and congestion. Engagement with electric heavy‑goods vehicle demonstrations emphasised evolving solutions for decarbonising freight transport.
In addition to operational insights, the minister met with industry ambassadors and emerging logistics talent, highlighting both the career opportunities in the sector and the importance of training to meet future demand. Officials acknowledged long‑standing challenges — such as ageing infrastructure and border friction — while also recognising opportunities presented by new technologies and safety initiatives.
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