Spring Statement: Reeves promotes infrastructure plans
The sign-off for the new Lower Thames Crossing and new infrastructure took centre stage in Chancellor of the Exchequer’s maiden Spring Statement today.
Nissan powers ahead with new electric vehicles
Nissan has launched two all-new electric vehicles (EV) in 2025, with a third coming soon, alongside an update on its power technology.
Zest opens Bolton charging site
UK investor-operator of public access EV charging infrastructure Zest has opened a new ultra-rapid EV charging facility in Bolton. Close to the ring road, it is on a site previously closed council car park and provides twelve charging bays running at speeds up to 160kW. The development is part of Zest’s nationwide rollout of convenient […]
New maritime decarbonisation strategy announced
The UK Government has announced a new strategy to make the country’s shipping fleet net zero by 2050.
CILT calls on government to tackle fuel duty issue
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport UK (CILT(UK)) is urging the government to start talks with experts to tackle the impending black hole in income from fuel duty.
UK Power Networks develops digital twin tool
UK Power Networks is helping develop and test a new digital platform which could help power lines weather any storm.
Lower Thames Crossing gets signed off
The UK Government has given planning permission for National Highways’ A122 Lower Thames Crossing project. The road project was described as a priority in the government’s Plan for Change, and aims to tackle congestion at Dartford and improving connectivity between the south-east, the midlands and the north of England. Plans for a new crossing in […]
Believ acquires assets of Switch EV
Electric vehicle (EV) charge point operator (CPO) Believ has acquired the assets of Switch EV.
UK Power Networks and NESO creates new service
Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) now have streamlined access to the energy market and a faster connection through a new service from the UK Power Networks and National Energy System Operator.
Government announce £2bn housing investment
The UK Government has announced up to 18,000 new social and affordable homes will be built with a £2 billion injection of investment.
NAO report provides insight for public infrastructure finance
A new report from the National Audit Office (NAO) has set out insights on models of private financing for public infrastructure projects.
Government demands “progress” on potholes
The UK government has demanded that councils prove their progress on pothole repair, or face losing cash as a result.
