Alun Cornish, MD Operations at FedEx, strategic partner at our CBI Midlands Business Dinner 2025, offers a perspective on how to boost the logistics industry in the pursuit of economic growth.
The UK has a long and proud history of exporting goods, services, and ideas, stretching back beyond the industrial revolution. British businesses have always showcased their resilience, innovating to meet new standards and navigating different challenges.
This is especially true in the Midlands, a region known for its manufacturing prowess and historical significance - the UK’s industrial heartland. However, without the right fuel or right conditions, the economic engine cannot function effectively.
Today, key elements of our transport and logistics infrastructure, such as roads and airways, are under increasing strain. If the UK is to provide an environment where businesses can be competitive, a renewed focus on improving efficiency and infrastructure within the logistics sector is required.
The new Labour government has been explicit about its ambitious growth plans, and we fully support this growth mindset. But at Fedex, we have concerns about two potential clouds on the horizon, which could impact the UK’s ability to achie
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