In a bold step toward strengthening the UK’s economic infrastructure, the government has announced a £600 million investment in logistics and supply chain development as part of its Modern Industrial Strategy 2025. For businesses operating in the freight, warehousing, import/export, and e-commerce sectors, this initiative signals a significant shift in how goods will move across the UK and beyond.
At NG-Terminal, we see this announcement as more than just government spending. It’s an opportunity — and one we are well positioned to help our clients take full advantage of.
What’s Included in the £600 Million Package?
The funding, unveiled in Logistics Manager’s coverage of the Modern Industrial Strategy, focuses on two main areas:
- The Strategic Sites Accelerator (£400 million)
This initiative is designed to unlock high-potential industrial and logistics sites across the UK. The goal is to overcome planning delays, infrastructure barriers, and grid connectivity issues that have long held back expansion and innovation. For businesses struggling to find or develop suitable warehouse space, this could be a game-changer. - The UK Supply Chain Centre (£200 million)
This newly launched national hub will coordinate supply chain intelligence, improve freight corridor connectivity, and guide public-private investment. It also includes a Supply Chain Observatory—a data-driven unit to help monitor and address vulnerabilities across sectors. From pandemic-era disruptions to Brexit-related customs complexity, the need for such intelligence has never been greater.
Why This Matters Now
The logistics industry is evolving rapidly. Shocks to the global supply chain have underscored the importance of resilience, flexibility, and digitally integrated infrastructure. This £600M investment is the UK government’s response: a forward-looking move to reduce dependency on overstretched corridors, support new warehousing hubs, and attract private investment into critical infrastructure.
It also reflects growing recognition that freight is foundational to the economy—not just a back-end function.
NG-Terminal: Supporting Growth, Resilience & Speed
As a customs intermediary and bonded warehouse operator located near Heathrow Airport, NG-Terminal is uniquely positioned to align with and complement this strategic push. Here’s how:
✅ Bonded Warehousing (ETSF + Customs Warehouse)
We offer secure, compliant, duty-suspended storage to give your business more flexibility over when to declare goods and how to optimise your cash flow. With grid-ready facilities and expansion potential, we’re prepared for the future.
✅ Customs Clearance (Import, Export, Transit)
Our experienced in-house team handles UK customs declarations for all types of entries: standard, simplified, pre-lodgement, T1/T2 movements, and more. As trade becomes more digitally governed, our CDS-compliant systems and MyNGT portal keep you audit-ready.
✅ Excise Goods Handling
Alcohol and tobacco require specialised handling under HMRC’s WOWGR and EMCS rules. We are fully licensed and experienced in bonded excise movement and warehousing, offering full compliance from day one.
✅ Last-Mile and Returns Logistics
Our transport network ensures your goods move from port to customer with speed and reliability — while our reverse logistics options support the growing demand for sustainable, circular supply chains.
✅ MyNGT: Our Digital Customer Portal
Track shipments, monitor warehouse status, view customs documentation, and manage your tax accounts all in one place. It’s our response to the growing demand for transparency and control in freight operations.
Connecting Strategy with Execution
The government’s strategy sets the tone. But businesses still need execution partners who can translate policy into performance. That’s where we come in.
Whether you’re scaling your imports, facing duty deferment challenges, launching a bonded warehouse strategy, or looking for speed-to-market in your B2C operations — NG-Terminal brings the operational muscle, compliance framework, and digital systems to support your journey.
And with our location near Heathrow, we’re embedded within one of the most important freight corridors in the UK — now set for even more investment and connectivity.
Looking Ahead
The £600 million funding isn’t just a promise of infrastructure—it’s a signal to act. Logistics and supply chain businesses that position themselves early will be best placed to benefit from the wave of investment, development, and policy reform that’s coming.
If you’re exploring:
- Expansion of UK-based logistics hubs
- Duty optimisation through customs warehousing
- Enhanced resilience in your freight corridors
- Or digital solutions to meet modern compliance needs
…we’d love to speak with you.
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