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M&S to roll-out ten new DAF XD electric trucks across core operations
M&S and its transport subsidiary Gist have commenced the roll-out of ten new DAF XD Electric tractor units, marking a significant next step in the retailer’s transition from electric truck trials to scaled zero tailpipe emission operations.
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Changing market hits beverage fleets
The number of trucks operated by brewers, vintners and their logistics suppliers has fallen by 6.1% over the past year, figures from MT Fleet Data reveal. Not only that, the number of trailers has fallen by 13.2% over the same period.
“Menzies greed” could see Gatwick flights grounded as tanker drivers threaten strike action
Gatwick refuelling tanker drivers and operators employed by Menzies on the Shell contract are being balloted for strike action over pay, in a move which could ground hundreds of flights out of Gatwick, Unite is warning.
Cyber security and AI are investment priorities for logistics firms, new report reveals
Cyber security technology and AI investment is surging across the UK logistics sector as firms prepare for an increasingly automated future, according to new research by Logistics UK, HSBC UK and research firm Analytiqa.
Changing market hits beverage fleets
The number of trucks operated by brewers, vintners and their logistics suppliers has fallen by 6.1% over the past year, figures from MT Fleet Data reveal. Not only that, the number of trailers has fallen by 13.2% over the same period.
“Menzies greed” could see Gatwick flights grounded as tanker drivers threaten strike action
Gatwick refuelling tanker drivers and operators employed by Menzies on the Shell contract are being balloted for strike action over pay, in a move which could ground hundreds of flights out of Gatwick, Unite is warning.
Cyber security and AI are investment priorities for logistics firms, new report reveals
Cyber security technology and AI investment is surging across the UK logistics sector as firms prepare for an increasingly automated future, according to new research by Logistics UK, HSBC UK and research firm Analytiqa.
InPost tops CILT logistics provider rankings for first time
InPost has claimed the top spot in the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport’s (CILT UK) annual Top 30 Logistics Service Providers ranking for the first time, ending Unipart Logistics’ reign at the summit.
Back multi-fuel path to net zero, RHA urges government
The RHA has renewed its call for a technology-neutral approach to decarbonisation, warning that the majority of HGV operators have no plans to switch to zero-emission vehicles because of cost and operational constraints.
MP joins with Logistics UK to call for Scotland’s A75 to become a dual carriageway
Logistics UK has joined forces with John Cooper, MP for Dumfries and Galloway, to call for the A75 in southwest Scotland to become a dual carriageway to improve connectivity between Great Britain and Northern Ireland, drive regional economic growth and improve road safety.
Scottish haulier spends £640,000 boosting insulated trailer fleet to meet growing demand
Scottish freight and haulage operator Northwards is investing £640,000 expanding its insulated trailer fleet to meet rising demand for salmon exports from Shetland.
TMA Haulage faces loss of operator licence over “cynical and fraudulent” tachograph scam
A Somerset haulage firm is facing the loss of its operator’s licence after Western Traffic Commissioner Kevin Rooney found its director repeatedly used a former employee’s digital tachograph card to conceal drivers’ hours offences.
Changing market hits beverage fleets
“Menzies greed” could see Gatwick flights grounded as tanker drivers threaten strike action
Cyber security and AI are investment priorities for logistics firms, new report reveals
InPost tops CILT logistics provider rankings for first time
Back multi-fuel path to net zero, RHA urges government
MP joins with Logistics UK to call for Scotland’s A75 to become a dual carriageway
Scottish haulier spends £640,000 boosting insulated trailer fleet to meet growing demand
TMA Haulage faces loss of operator licence over “cynical and fraudulent” tachograph scam
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Changing market hits beverage fleets
The number of trucks operated by brewers, vintners and their logistics suppliers has fallen by 6.1% over the past year, figures from MT Fleet Data reveal. Not only that, the number of trailers has fallen by 13.2% over the same period.
“Menzies greed” could see Gatwick flights grounded as tanker drivers threaten strike action
Gatwick refuelling tanker drivers and operators employed by Menzies on the Shell contract are being balloted for strike action over pay, in a move which could ground hundreds of flights out of Gatwick, Unite is warning.
M&S to roll-out ten new DAF XD electric trucks across core operations
M&S and its transport subsidiary Gist have commenced the roll-out of ten new DAF XD Electric tractor units, marking a significant next step in the retailer’s transition from electric truck trials to scaled zero tailpipe emission operations.
Scottish haulier spends £640,000 boosting insulated trailer fleet to meet growing demand
Scottish freight and haulage operator Northwards is investing £640,000 expanding its insulated trailer fleet to meet rising demand for salmon exports from Shetland.
TMA Haulage faces loss of operator licence over “cynical and fraudulent” tachograph scam
A Somerset haulage firm is facing the loss of its operator’s licence after Western Traffic Commissioner Kevin Rooney found its director repeatedly used a former employee’s digital tachograph card to conceal drivers’ hours offences.
Administrators appointed to Morecambe’s JM Gorry
Long-established Lancashire haulier JM Gorry & Son has entered administration after more than 50 years of trading following the death of its MD.
Tesco drivers’ strike action threat amid pay dispute
More than 3,000 HGV drivers and warehouse workers at Tesco are being balloted for strike action in a row over pay that a union threatened would leave store shelves empty.
Contract expansion for Evri with fulfilment partner
Evri has signed a new two-year contract with 3PL and e-commerce fulfilment specialist Haul&Store.
S&B Haulage enters voluntary liquidation months after recruitment drive
Leicestershire operator S&B Haulage has entered voluntary liquidation just three months after advertising for drivers following new contract wins and fleet expansion.
Palletline secures 12th gold award for health and safety
Palletline has won its 12th Gold Award from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) for its commitment to embedding health and safety into every level of its operation.
Administration watch
Administrators appointed to Morecambe’s JM Gorry
Long-established Lancashire haulier JM Gorry & Son has entered administration after more than 50 years of trading following the death of its MD.
S&B Haulage enters voluntary liquidation months after recruitment drive
Leicestershire operator S&B Haulage has entered voluntary liquidation just three months after advertising for drivers following new contract wins and fleet expansion.
UK Freight Services files notice of intention to appoint administrators
UK Freight Services has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators, according to a Companies Court filing.
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Cyber security and AI are investment priorities for logistics firms, new report reveals
Cyber security technology and AI investment is surging across the UK logistics sector as firms prepare for an increasingly automated future, according to new research by Logistics UK, HSBC UK and research firm Analytiqa.
InPost tops CILT logistics provider rankings for first time
InPost has claimed the top spot in the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport’s (CILT UK) annual Top 30 Logistics Service Providers ranking for the first time, ending Unipart Logistics’ reign at the summit.
Back multi-fuel path to net zero, RHA urges government
The RHA has renewed its call for a technology-neutral approach to decarbonisation, warning that the majority of HGV operators have no plans to switch to zero-emission vehicles because of cost and operational constraints.
MP joins with Logistics UK to call for Scotland’s A75 to become a dual carriageway
Logistics UK has joined forces with John Cooper, MP for Dumfries and Galloway, to call for the A75 in southwest Scotland to become a dual carriageway to improve connectivity between Great Britain and Northern Ireland, drive regional economic growth and improve road safety.
Help prevent bridge strikes by focusing on HGV driver welfare, RHA advises
Tackling stress and mental health could help reduce the number of bridge strikes by HGVs across the UK, RHA said this week.
Gold award for Leyland Trucks’ work recognising armed forces
Leyland Trucks has been awarded Gold in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS), the MoD’s highest honour for employers demonstrating exceptional support for the armed forces community.
Extra £1m investment in Scotland’s eHGV transition following “strong interest”
Strong demand from Scottish operators to transition their fleets to zero-emission HGVs has prompted the government to invest a further £1m to help SMEs prepare for the switch.
Tesco drivers’ strike action threat amid pay dispute
More than 3,000 HGV drivers and warehouse workers at Tesco are being balloted for strike action in a row over pay that a union threatened would leave store shelves empty.
Parking made easy with new in-cab app
Drivers can now search for and book access to more than 750 secure parking locations across Europe after a partnership between global tech firm Trimble and TRAVIS Road Services.
Scania encouraged by strong Q2 performance
Scania said revenues in the second quarter of the year had increased by 6%, with truck order intake rising significantly, mainly driven by strong activity in Brazil.
Interviews
“Don’t take us for granted”: Fletcher’s bid to put logistics centre stage
Ben Fletcher believes transport and logistics has become a victim of its own success. Since taking over as chief executive of Logistics UK last December, he has been listening to operators across the country as he makes the case for an industry he insists deserves a bigger voice in delivering ...
RHA launches Wellbeing Charter to put people first
RHA MD Richard Smith talks to Andy Salter about his plan to put people and wellbeing at the heart of road haulage.
‘There’s no blank chequebook’ - DX sets out post-buyout strategy
Now under private ownership, DX chief executive Ian Truesdale is pursuing disciplined growth, focusing on integration, efficiency and selective investment. Tim Wallace reports
From vans to trucks: the Dash Express journey
Paul Dash has helped grow Dash Express from a small South West van firm into a multi-depot logistics operation with a turnover topping £25m. Partnerships with APC Overnight and, more recently, Palletways have expanded the business into parcels, pallets and heavy trucks, while keeping the company’s hands-on, family-led approach.
“This changes everything” - megawatt charging for long-haul passes the test
Kempower used its MCS Live Winter Days event in Norrköping, Sweden for megawatt testing of Volvo, MAN and Scania trucks. The results show heavy-duty electric HGVs are ready for real-world operations
“Fleets won’t switch until TCO and profit stack up — here’s how to make it work”
New Voltempo chief executive Simon Smith admits HGV fleets are holding off on electrification because high energy costs, standing charges, and underused infrastructure are eroding margins. But could smarter depot charging and energy management finally make electric trucks commercially viable?
Harris MAXUS expands technician training to tackle skills shortage
The Dublin-based importer has invested significantly in its training academy to meet rising demand from over 90 UK dealers, delivering structured programmes from system technician to master technician level with particular focus on electric vehicle safety and diagnostics.
Martin Willmor’s vision for DHL Supply Chain: strategy, challenges and growth targets
Returning to DHL at a pivotal moment, new UK&I CEO Martin Willmor lays out a focused five-point strategy - spanning growth sectors, transport reform, major startups and property investment - to steer the business confidently through a shifting economy
Opinion
One AI agent could end logistics data chaos
There’s no question that our global supply chain is powered by data. Increasingly intelligent technology solutions pull, analyse and act on this massive amount of information from a multitude of sources.
Net Zero Week: Where next?
On entering Downing Street, the new Prime Minister will face a myriad of competing choices and priorities. Decarbonising the commercial vehicle sector is no exception, with a long “to do” list to work through. Net Zero Week provides an opportunity to review “where next?” together with a list of priorities ...
Logistics Skills Network, Fueler Consulting and ADR Network data challenge the two-year HGV insurance convention
LSN and Fueler Consulting have published analysis of nearly three-quarters of a million HGV driver shifts, exposing the two-year licence restriction as an unsubstantiated barrier — and calling for live vacancy data, insurance transparency and a sector-wide rethink on risk.
Your new TMS went live on Monday. By Friday the planners were back on spreadsheets
Technology has never been more capable of transforming road transport. Artificial intelligence is optimising routes, warehouse systems are becoming smarter, telematics can predict maintenance before vehicles break down and your TMS promises complete visibility. Yet talk to enough fleet operators and a familiar story emerges: the software works perfectly but ...
Contracts
Contract expansion for Evri with fulfilment partner
Evri has signed a new two-year contract with 3PL and e-commerce fulfilment specialist Haul&Store.
DX wins extended Viking deal after service gains
DX and Viking UK have expanded their partnership with a multi-year contract that sees the logistics firm take responsibility for all next-day deliveries for the workplace supplies distributor.
AIT the final piece of the jigsaw for Kidsaw
AIT Home Delivery has won a final mile distribution contract with children’s furniture brand Kidsaw following a chance meeting at The Furniture Show earlier this year.
Econ Engineering strengthens partnership with Ringway
Gritter and snow plough builder Econ has won a supply contract with highway services provider Ringway.
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