Top stories – Page 2
-
Article
Manchester’s ‘non-charging’ clean air plan to be submitted
Greater Manchester is putting the finishing touches to its clean air plan (CAP) – and it still intends not to charge any vehicle on its roads.
-
Article
Next warehouse logistics called into question following tribunal ruling
Retailer Next warned that the viability of its warehouse operations had been left in doubt following an employment tribunal ruling that found it should pay thousands of shop staff the same as its warehouse workers.
-
Article
Trimble announces major revamp of CoPilot commercial vehicle navigation
Tech giant Trimble has announced a major refesh of the user interface and trip planning functionalities of its in-cab commercial vehicle navigation tool. The move is aimed at advancing fleet efficiency by creating safer and more-predictable journeys for drivers. Featuring Trimble’s proprietary commercial mapping data – including location intelligence from ...
-
Article
Transporeon Summit 2024: Tesco targets ‘network nirvana’
Real-time visibility was a key focus at the 2024 Transporeon Summit at the Hofburg Palace in Vienna, where delegates gathered to share ideas and experiences around logistics and supply chain innovation. Speaking during a panel discussion on the power of collaboration, Tesco project manager Daniel Burgess hailed Transporeon for helping ...
-
Article
Thousands more secure parking spaces needed to stop freight crime epidemic
HGV drivers believe freight-related crime is increasing with the majority of fuel or asset thefts taking place in the second half of the year, according to new research.
-
Article
Suttons Tankers and Nippon Gases UKI launch HVO fuel trial to cut carbon emissions
Suttons Tankers and Nippon Gases UKI have embarked on a three-month hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) trial aimed at cutting carbon emissions within Nippon Gases’ logistics operations.
-
Article
Northern Ireland Assembly calls for government action to ease border restrictions between NI and GB
The Northern Ireland Assembly came together in a rare moment of concensus this week to call on the UK government to resolve outstanding trade issues between Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
-
Article
Podfather logistics software helps Andrews Tippers land major M25 contract with Balfour Beatty
Podfather’s logistics software has helped tipper haulage and aggregate delivery specialist Andrews Tipper Hire land a major contract with Balfour Beatty on the Junction 10 improvement works on the M25, near Wisley in Surrey.
-
Article
Bridgestone launches Webfleet AI Assistant at IAA Transportation 2024
Bridgestone’s fleet management solution Webfleet is debuting its new AI Assistant at IAA Transportation 2024, which uses artificial intelligence to allow operators to interact with their fleet data.
-
Article
Delta Fulfilment opens new warehouse in Wrexham
Delta Fulfilment, a subsidiary of international logistics and ecommerce management and delivery specialist ITD Global Group, has opened a new warehouse in Wrexham.
-
Article
Chinese EV manufacturer BYD debuts 19 tonne electric truck at IAA Transportation 2024
Chinese EV manufacturer has launched its latest electric truck - the 19 tonne ETH8 - into the European market at IAA Transportation 2024.
-
Article
Dachser UK opens new Northampton warehouse as demand for storage grows
International logistics operator Dachser UK has opened a new warehouse at its Brackmills, Northampton base, which will provide space for an extra 20,000 pallets, in response to growing demand for storage and distribution services.
-
Article
Industry calls for swift decision as government launches review of post-Brexit border controls on fruit and vegetables
The government’s decision to delay the launch of post-Brexit physical checks on “medium risk” fruit and vegetables imported from the European Union for another six months has been given a qualified welcome by the logistics and haulage sectors.
-
Article
How the transport industry can retain as well as recruit new HGV drivers - free webinar
Motor Transport in association with leading 3PL GXO is holding a free to watch webinar on 17 October 2024 to discuss the vital issue of how the road transport industry should be handling the recent influx of new drivers to ensure they are properly prepared for life ...
-
Article
FedEx ditches diesel for HVO at three UK depots to help cut fleet emissions
Delivery, courier and shipping giant FedEx is switching its linehaul fleets from diesel to biofuels at three UK sites from this month, to help slash its fleets’ carbon emissions.
-
Article
Whistl unites parcels divisions under Parcelhub brand
Logistics specialist Whistl has united its parcels businesses under one brand, Parcelhub, in a move aimed at leveraging the strengths of both Whistl Parcels and Parcelhub.
-
Article
Finnlines launches freight service from Finland to Sheerness
Finnlines is set to launch a new freight service from Finland to London Medway in Sheerness, with further connections available to Belgium, Spain, and Ireland.
-
Article
Cost and collaboration barriers obstructing UK supply chain CO2 reductions, says Wincanton
A survey of UK supply chain, transport and logistics decision makers has revealed that over half believe they will struggle to meet their net-zero goals because of the cost of decarbonising and doubts about the viability of alternative fuels.
-
Article
Post-Brexit border checks on fruit and vegetables delayed again as new government reviews impact
The UK government has delayed implementing post-Brexit physical checks on “medium risk” fruit and vegetables imported from the European Union for a further six months, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has announced.
-
Article
Scottish Transaid Dinner raises more than £100,000 to support charity’s life-saving work
The transport and logistics industry has raised an impressive £100,681 at this year’s Scottish Transaid Dinner, aided by a charity auction, which included an Ifor Williams tipper trailer, which sold for £6,500.