EU Bans Destruction of Unsold Textiles

EU Bans Destruction of Unsold Textiles

Large companies operating within the European Union are now prohibited from destroying unsold clothing, footwear and clothing accessories following the introduction of new requirements under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). The rules came into...
Why El Niño Matters for Business

Why El Niño Matters for Business

For many businesses, El Niño is viewed as a weather event that affects regions thousands of miles away. In reality, its impacts are felt throughout global supply chains, influencing everything from agricultural production and shipping routes to commodity prices and...
EU ETS Set to Cover Smaller Vessels

EU ETS Set to Cover Smaller Vessels

The European Commission has proposed further changes to the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) that would extend the scheme to cover smaller vessels, signalling another step towards broadening carbon pricing across maritime transport. If adopted, the proposals would...
EU ETS Review Points to Smarter Shipping

EU ETS Review Points to Smarter Shipping

The European Commission has outlined proposed changes to the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS), signalling a more practical approach to supporting the maritime industry’s transition to lower emissions while maintaining the competitiveness of European supply...
The Logistics Behind Christmas Retail

The Logistics Behind Christmas Retail

John Lewis kicked off Christmas planning 20 months early due to ongoing disruption  John Lewis reportedly started work on its 2026 festive season in April 2025, as rising freight costs and supply chain disruption complicated its festive stock deliveries.  The...
Zero Emission HGV Uptake Gathers Pace

Zero Emission HGV Uptake Gathers Pace

The UK’s zero emission HGV market recorded modest growth during the second quarter of 2026, with 90 battery electric and hydrogen trucks registered between April and June, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders...