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Logistics UK sees signs of recovery

[ August 25, 2026   //   ]

The freight sector is beginning to show green shoots of recovery, says Logistics UK.

Following the conflict in the Middle East, firms are reporting greater confidence in business outlook and financial health, according to its latest quarterly Logistics Performance Tracker survey, published on 20 August.

Business outlook has improved from 5.8 in Q1 to 6.5 out of 10, with logistics businesses feeling more positive about their prospects and the economy as a whole. Meanwhile, respondents felt that the financial health of their businesses has improved slightly from 7.2 to 7.5.

However, although the near-term outlook improved this quarter, business expectations remain cautious overall due to continued high transport costs. Other concerns include freight rates, with the majority of respondents expecting rates to rise, both internationally (70.4%) and domestically (67.6%). Continued disruption to global shipping routes is still a critical concern, with 26% reporting worse conditions than Q1. 

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