Drivers in Hampshire are being warned of a complete closure of the M27 motorway between Junctions 9 at Whiteley and 11 at Fareham as part of a major infrastructure upgrade. Hampshire County Council, in partnership with National Highways, will carry out extensive engineering work to install a new dual carriageway underpass linked to the Junction 10 improvement scheme.

The motorway will be shut in both directions for the duration of the project, allowing construction teams to complete the complex installation safely and efficiently. The decision to carry out the full closure rather than a series of phased restrictions is aimed at shortening the overall disruption period and reducing the long-term impact on motorists.

Traffic will be diverted along the A27 during the closure period, with clearly marked alternative routes in place. Authorities have advised that congestion is likely, particularly during daytime travel hours, and drivers are urged to allow extra time for their journeys or seek other routes where possible.

The scheme forms part of wider efforts to improve connectivity and ease congestion in the Fareham area. Once complete, the new underpass is expected to improve access to the M27, support local development and enhance long-term transport resilience across south Hampshire.

Amazon has started integrating its largest-ever fleet of electric heavy goods vehicles into its British operations, marking a significant step in its move towards a low-carbon logistics network. The new Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 lorries, crossing the Humber Bridge in East Yorkshire, will eventually total 160 vehicles, handling the transport of over 300 million items between the company’s regional distribution centres.

To support the switch, Amazon has installed rapid 360kW charging stations at its depots, capable of recharging the 40-tonne trucks from 20% to 80% in just over an hour. The company will also introduce 800 new Mercedes-Benz eSprinter vans as part of its ongoing effort to reduce emissions across its delivery fleet.

Nicola Fyfe, Amazon’s Vice President of Logistics for the EU, described the rollout as a major milestone in decarbonising the company’s UK operations. She noted that while Amazon has made significant investments in charging facilities, national progress depends on stronger collaboration between industry leaders and government to build a reliable, countrywide network.

Heiko Selzam, Managing Director of Daimler Truck UK, said the eActros 600 was designed for companies leading the charge in sustainable logistics. The Road Haulage Association added its support, urging government investment in public charging points and proposing a fuel duty rebate linked to emissions to accelerate the shift from diesel fleets.