UK logistics sector may be down, but it’s certainly not out, suggests survey

The UK logistics industry is beset with pessimism, according to a new survey showing the confidence index at 47.1 – its lowest level since records began in 2012.
The Barclays-BDO Logistics Confidence Index notes the “unprecedented domestic and global uncertainty created by the pandemic, in addition to ongoing concerns over the UK’s future relationship with the EU and the continuing skills shortages”.

Two-thirds (67.1%) of companies say current business conditions are more difficult …

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Brexit unease and driver shortage saps confidence among UK logistics firms

More than 60% of logistics companies say business conditions have become more challenging in the past year.
The Moore Stephens/Barclays annual UK Logistics Confidence Index registered the biggest decline in confidence since 2015 – although overall, the index remains in positive territory, at 52.6 points.
The biggest concern is driver shortages, with one in five logistics operators saying they expect a decreased headcount in the next 12 months, as EU-native drivers leave and older drivers...

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