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A database of documents and reports released by industry bodies. You can download the document by clicking on its title, and can filter reports by author or subject. If you have a report you would like to submit to the Rail Hub, please email [email protected].
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Freight, logistics and supply chain priorities for EU exit negotiations: recommendations to government
01/12/2016The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport SearchResearchItemsThe CILT is calling on government to “engage with the freight transport and logistics industry to form a vision for the UK to challenge for leadership of the WTO’s logistics rankings and establish the requirements to achieve it.” It is among recommendations that also include changing the national curriculum to “include modules on transport and logistics” as the CILT argues its case after the Brexit referendum.
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Driver Shortage Crisis 2015 report
09/06/2015The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport SearchResearchItemsOver 100 participating logistics companies took part in a survey to answer questions about driver shortages in the industry. The report highlights the concern across the industry with a staggering 74% of members surveyed stating that their organisation is experiencing a driver shortage. What's interesting is that the problems experienced with road logistics are in line with those in rail - an ageing workforce, lack of trainees being recruited, and difficulty finding skilled workers. The key point of similarity is that 60 members who took part in the survey claimed that industry image and perception is a significant factor in the driver shortage.
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A Vision for Cymru Wales
12/11/2014The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport SearchResearchItemsEngendering debate around key predictions for Welsh transport policy. Includes discussion of high-speed rail and the electrification of all major Welsh lines.
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A Vision for Transport Planning
25/09/2014The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport SearchResearchItemsTransport planning is key to ensuring transport networks fulfil their potential. Achieving public endorsement requires a range of skills and collaboration.
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UK Freight Planning to 2035
10/02/2014The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport SearchResearchItemsIn order to regenerate growth and meet carbon reduction goals, we need to think radically about freight and logistics. Investment is needed in infrastructure.
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Vision 2035
25/08/2011The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport SearchResearchItemsThe basis for CILT's follow-up reports, this explains the need for a constructive debate transport policy in the future.
