UK searches for ‘AI in logistics’ hit record high as operators move from pilots to live operations
· Source: retailtimes.co.uk
In short
New Google Trends data reveals that UK searches for 'AI in logistics' reached a record high in January 2026, with a 156% increase compared to early November 2025, signalling a shift from experimentation to operational deployment. The global AI logistics market is forecast to grow from $26.33bn in 2025 to $38.68bn in 2026, driven by supply chain complexity, labour shortages, and e-commerce growth. Industry experts note that conversations have moved from proof-of-concept to integration timelines and measurable ROI, with AI now being used for predictive demand forecasting, automated exception handling, and real-time route planning.
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Tags: AI, logistics, supply chain, forecasting, automation, UK