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ArticleUPN shrugs off profit plunge and remains “optimistic” for future
United Pallet Network (UPN) is “optimistic for the future”, despite seeing pre-tax profit almost halve during the year to 31 March 2024, as the spike in volumes driven by the Covid-19 pandemic lockdowns declined.
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ArticlePrevent insolvency by knowing the warning signs
Business insolvency is a multi-faceted issue driven by a range of concerns, from a lack of meaningful management information to a bad corporate culture. These problems need scrutinising closely to understand the leading drivers of a fleet operators’ insolvency. Doing so can offer a chance of recovery, providing liquidation isn’t ...
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ArticleBiffa acquires Fareham-based L&S Waste Management
Waste management firm Biffa has acquired South Coast construction and demolition waste operator L&S Waste Management for an undisclosed sum.
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ArticlePallet-Track sees profit slide in 2023 as members hit by economic uncertainty and cost pressures
Despite rising revenue, Pallet-Track saw pre-tax profit fall in 2023 as volumes returned to “more normalised” levels post-Covid and network members continued to battle economic uncertainty and cost pressures, according to the company’s latest annual results.
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ArticleTransport for London calls on hauliers to help it roll out capital’s EV charging infrastructure
Transport for London (TfL) is calling on hauliers to help it plan a shared charging infrastructure for the capital.
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ArticleArmstrong Logistics helps veterans find employment
Supply chain management company Armstrong Logistics has thrown its weight behind a national charity which supports army veterans in finding employment after leaving the services.
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ArticleBosch ramps up rollout of predictive road hazards service to include Mercedes-Benz trucks
Bosch is extending its predictive Road Hazard Service, which currently provides car drivers with real-time information about potential dangers en route, to include Mercedes-Benz trucks. The service, which will be available in Mercedes-Benz trucks from December, sees drivers receive real-time warnings about current events on their route, including information about ...
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ArticleBe ready for latest post-Brexit border controls or face delays, customs expert warns international hauliers
Cross-border hauliers need to be ready for the latest post-Brexit customs change for cargo coming from the EU to avoid facing significant delays and disruption, Colin Robb, Derry Bros head of operations and sales, is warning.
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ArticleGoggins Transport appoints new BDM
Logistics firm Goggins Transport has appointed a new business development manager to look after new and existing customers in the UK, as the company prepares for further expansion of its Ireland and UK operations.
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ArticleMilestone year sees John K Philips power up with move to carbon neutral HQ
Haulier John K Philips Group has relocated from St Helens to new carbon neutral headquarters in Warrington, as the family firm celebrates 50 years in business.
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ArticleRHA raises concerns over stowaway penalties with border chief
The RHA said it had lodged a submission to the independent chief inspector of borders and immigration (ICIBI) about its “very real concerns” regarding stowaway fines.
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ArticlePre-pack deal saves jobs at Hampshire IT transport specialist
A Farnborough operator specialising in IT relocation projects has entered into a pre-pack deal after falling into administration, saving 59 jobs.
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ArticleBusiness Distress Index – where does the transport & logistics sector rank?
The Business Distress Index, released quarterly by Real Business Rescue, paints a picture of the financial health of UK SMEs across various sectors, including industrial transportation and logistics. It fleshes out the journey travelled by each sector under a range of trading conditions influenced by external factors, such as the ...
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ArticleTransport planner promoted at Premier Logistics
Premier Logistics has promoted its transport planner Alastar Statham to assistant transport manager.
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ArticleMoody sights volume growth after Fortec membership
Moody Logistics said it would boost its palletised delivery business by 20% after it was selected by Fortec to distribute goods in the North East.
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ArticleReport identifies cold chain’s £14bn impact on economy
Energy costs in the cold chain sector soared by 46% last year, according to a new report.
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ArticleArrowXL appoints new uniform supplier
ArrowXL has selected safety clothing and equipment company Contego Safety Solutions to be its new uniform supplier.
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ArticleHaulTech’s TMS helps waste firm boost compliance
A Cumbrian haulage firm said it was saving time and boosting its compliance after investing in a new transport management system (TMS).
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ArticleXPO bags gold for its CSR
XPO has been awarded the EcoVadis gold medal for its corporate social responsibility strategy and performance.