Author: Shannon Minehan
Global maritime trade continues to expand steadily. In the UK, freight tonnage is rising, alongside government efforts to reduce emissions through its Maritime Decarbonization
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Logistics plays a significant role in the US economy, supporting millions of jobs in transportation and warehousing. The Asia-Pacific market continues to expand, with most manufacturers investing in AI and machine learning to enhance operations. Despite optimism for moderate business growth, economic uncertainty remains a key concern in the region. Browse this document to see relevant facts and figures for this area.
Modern slavery remains a growing concern. Despite increasing awareness, few companies report or address incidents of forced labour within their supply chains. Strengthening transparency and accountability remains essential to tackling human rights challenges. Browse this document to see relevant facts and figures for this area.
The UK government has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across the economy by 2050. Transport and storage remain the country’s second-largest greenhouse gas emitters,
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The UK manufacturing sector remains a key driver of the national economy, contributing significantly to output, exports, and employment. The US is the leading
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AI and robotics are rapidly reshaping the global workforce. While some roles may be displaced, new opportunities are emerging as organisations invest in AI-driven
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Light rail and tram usage in England continues to grow, reflecting increasing importance of sustainable urban transport. The Coventry Very Light Rail (CVLR) will
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European warehouses are increasingly adopting robots and cobots to automate tasks and address workplace issues, driving record-high industrial robot sales in the UK in
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The UK remains a globally connected trading nation. The USA, Germany, France, and the Netherlands are among the UK’s top five trading partners for
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Industrial robots, cobots, and agricultural robots are increasingly adopted globally, signaling a significant growth in automation. Robots can enhance environmental sustainability by reducing carbon
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South Korea remains the world’s top adopter of industrial robots. Europe, Germany, Sweden, Denmark, and Slovenia rank among the top 10 adopters of industrial
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Local bus passenger journeys are increasing in UK, with passenger numbers in England (outside London) nearing pre-pandemic levels. The UK government continues to fund
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