Truck and Track Winter 2025-26

Truck and Track Winter 2025/26 www.truckandtrack.com 20 BUSINESS NEWS Registration is now open for Multimodal 2026, the UK’s leading freight transport, logistics and supply chain management exhibition, which takes place from 30th June to 2nd July 2026 at the NEC Birmingham. Following a record-breaking 2025 event that saw a 4% increase in visitor numbers, Multimodal 2026 is set to be bigger and better, offering unparalleled opportunities for industry professionals to connect, learn and conduct business across the entire supply chain ecosystem. Three Days of Innovation and Collaboration Taking place across four theatres over three days, Multimodal 2026 will feature an extensive conference programme with dedicated slots from industry leaders including LOGISTICS UK, BIFA, UKWA, RfG, CILT, CIOE&IT AND RHA amongst others. The event will showcase the latest innovations, trends and solutions shaping the future of logistics and supply chain management. “We’re thrilled to open registration for Multimodal 2026,” said Event Director Robert Jervis. “Last year’s event demonstrated the vital role Multimodal plays in bringing the industry together. With registration now open, we encourage professionals to secure their place early and be part of one of the biggest events in the industry’s calendar.” UK Logistics Week: A Powerful Collaboration Multimodal 2026 and UK Logistics Week have created an unprecedented convergence of the logistics supply chain across two leading Midland venues. In a landmark strategic partnership between 30th June and 2nd July 2026, the UK Logistics supply chain will unite like never before. At the NEC, Multimodal, Warehouse+, Yard and eDX will colocate in adjoining halls, whilst simultaneously The Road Transport Expo takes place at NAEC Stoneleigh. This powerful collaboration will connect the UK’s annual destination for logistics innovation, collaboration and opportunity across multiple touchpoints, fundamentally reshaping the UK logistics exhibition landscape. Networking and Recognition Attendees will benefit from extensive networking opportunities throughout the three days, including: ■ The popular Multimodal Mixer drinks reception, open to all attendees and taking place in the main hall ■ The prestigious Multimodal Awards on the evening of 30th June, which recognise and celebrating outstanding industryleading supply chain businesses and individuals With seats for the Awards selling out last year, visitors are encouraged to secure their spot early for this highlight event of the supply chain calendar. Register Now Registration for Multimodal 2026 is now open. To secure your place at the UK’s premier supply chain event, visit https://forms.reg.buzz/multimodal-2026 The Government has announced an £18m extension to the Plug-in truck grant until the end of this financial year, cutting the cost of electric lorries by up to £120,000 and helping bring electric and diesel HGVs closer to cost parity. RHA managing director, Richard Smith said: “This plug-in grant extension is a welcome step that goes some way towards tackling one of the biggest barriers operators face on the road to net zero: upfront vehicle cost. “Whilst welcome, to create a fully viable zero-emission heavyduty vehicle market this level of support must be sustained in future years – and applied to HGVs, vans and coaches.” HGV plug-in grant scheme announced – RHA reaction Multimodal 2026: Registration Opens for the UK’s Premier Supply Chain Event TRUCK & TRAILER SOLUTIONS WELCOME TOALLPORTS GROUP allportsgroup.co.uk

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