UK Logistics Investment Insight 2026
Explores the logistics sector's investment intentions, its key investment drivers and the finance and debt needed to fund its growth ambitions
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Table of Contents
1. Foreword
2. Executive Summary
3. Respondent information
4. Investment
Key investment drivers
Investment budgets
Areas of investment
M&A Activity
Decarbonisation
Technology priorities
KPIs and key metrics
4. Finance
Finance providers
Debt levels
Planned investments
Interest rate reductions
Tax changes
Regulatory changes
Major investment projects
5. Conclusions
First edition - 2026
HSBC UK and Logistics UK in conjunction with Analytiqa, have explored companies’ expectations for finance and investment (F&I) activity in the logistics sector over the next 12 months.
These results draw on the insights of more than 100 senior executives within logistics companies in the UK to provide a view on expected trends in F&I, as well as addressing a range of issues currently facing the sector, including technology, land and property, vehicle procurement, productivity and sustainability. Any industrial sector that stands still for too long risks going backwards, and logistics is no exception. Investment is the lifeblood of both innovation and growth, as well as the key to the sector’s continued economic progression.
However, investment needs to be funded, and for many businesses identifying and accessing the right financing solutions is the key to realising their investment ambitions and unlocking the growth and evolution that they seek.
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About HSBC UK
HSBC UK Transport & Industrials division offers financial solutions to help businesses navigate global markets. From innovative financing to strategic advisory, we help you maximise business opportunities. Keep your business moving with support designed for supply chain resilience, cost management, digital transformation and new energy and operating models.
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About Logistics UK
Logistics UK supports, shapes and stands up for safe and efficient logistics, and is the only business group which represents the whole industry, with members from the road, rail, sea and air industries, as well as the buyers of freight services such as retailers and manufacturers whose businesses depend on the efficient movement of goods.
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