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William Stobart’s company WS Holdco buys EV Cargo Solutions and Distribution
William Stobart’s investment vehicle WS Holdco has acquired EV Cargo Solutions and Distribution, the transportation and contract logistics division of EV Cargo, in a move aimed at boosting operational efficiencies, cross-selling opportunities and organic growth.
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Still time to enter Motor Transport Sustainable Transport and Low Carbon awards
Are you still thinking about entering the Sustainable Transport or Low Carbon categories of the 2026 Motor Transport Awards but haven’t quite had the time to complete your submission? If you have a great story to tell on how you are decarbonising your fleet or ensuring the sustainablity of your ...
Hundreds of DHL drivers threaten strike action at Jaguar Land Rover sites as pay dispute escalates
Just days after 300 logistics workers at Jaguar Land Rover’s Solihull site voted in favour of industrial action, 300 DHL HGV drivers working on the JLR contract across the Solihull, Birmingham, Wolverhampton, and Widnes sites are preparing to be balloted for strike action over pay.
“Appalling” MOT record and safety breaches cost West Midlands haulier operating licence
A West Midlands HGV haulier with an “absolutely appalling” MOT record, who came “as close as an operator can come” to being barred from holding a licence, has had his licence revoked and is banned from driving vehicles over 3.5 tonnes.
Hundreds of DHL drivers threaten strike action at Jaguar Land Rover sites as pay dispute escalates
Just days after 300 logistics workers at Jaguar Land Rover’s Solihull site voted in favour of industrial action, 300 DHL HGV drivers working on the JLR contract across the Solihull, Birmingham, Wolverhampton, and Widnes sites are preparing to be balloted for strike action over pay.
“Appalling” MOT record and safety breaches cost West Midlands haulier operating licence
A West Midlands HGV haulier with an “absolutely appalling” MOT record, who came “as close as an operator can come” to being barred from holding a licence, has had his licence revoked and is banned from driving vehicles over 3.5 tonnes.
Garage manager fraud and depot losses drove Welsh haulier to collapse
Freight Movement’s collapse into administration was brought about by financial difficulties caused by significant losses at one of its depots, bad debts and an employee defrauding it.
Wales maritime and logistics plan shows government has listened to industry
The industry has welcomed publication of the Welsh government’s maritime and logistics plan, which recognises the critical role the sector plays in economic growth.
Wholesale gas price rise in aftermath of Iran attacks
Gas prices soared to four-year highs after Iran attacked a gas field in Qatar, damaging facilities that produce 17% of QatarEnergy’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) export capacity.
Sky’s the limit for Welch Group with drone delivery deal
Welch Group has struck up a partnership with a drone logistics firm in order to explore freight deliveries to remote and challenging locations.
Police survey examines freight crime threats and trends
Freight operators are being encouraged to fill out a police-led survey examining the threat posed by serious organised acquisitive crime (SOAC) in the UK.
Hundreds of DHL drivers threaten strike action at Jaguar Land Rover sites as pay dispute escalates
“Appalling” MOT record and safety breaches cost West Midlands haulier operating licence
Garage manager fraud and depot losses drove Welsh haulier to collapse
Wales maritime and logistics plan shows government has listened to industry
Wholesale gas price rise in aftermath of Iran attacks
Sky’s the limit for Welch Group with drone delivery deal
Risk of bridge strikes has not fallen in 25 years, figures reveal
Police survey examines freight crime threats and trends
Operator news
Still time to enter Motor Transport Sustainable Transport and Low Carbon awards
Are you still thinking about entering the Sustainable Transport or Low Carbon categories of the 2026 Motor Transport Awards but haven’t quite had the time to complete your submission? If you have a great story to tell on how you are decarbonising your fleet or ensuring the sustainablity of your ...
Hundreds of DHL drivers threaten strike action at Jaguar Land Rover sites as pay dispute escalates
Just days after 300 logistics workers at Jaguar Land Rover’s Solihull site voted in favour of industrial action, 300 DHL HGV drivers working on the JLR contract across the Solihull, Birmingham, Wolverhampton, and Widnes sites are preparing to be balloted for strike action over pay.
“Appalling” MOT record and safety breaches cost West Midlands haulier operating licence
A West Midlands HGV haulier with an “absolutely appalling” MOT record, who came “as close as an operator can come” to being barred from holding a licence, has had his licence revoked and is banned from driving vehicles over 3.5 tonnes.
Beechwood Industries adds 13.5-tonne Isuzu to arboriculture fleet
Cheshire-based Beechwood Industries has strengthened its 21-vehicle fleet with a 13.5-tonne Isuzu F135.240(E) featuring a custom arboriculture tipper body, continuing an 18-year relationship with the manufacturer.
Garage manager fraud and depot losses drove Welsh haulier to collapse
Freight Movement’s collapse into administration was brought about by financial difficulties caused by significant losses at one of its depots, bad debts and an employee defrauding it.
Sky’s the limit for Welch Group with drone delivery deal
Welch Group has struck up a partnership with a drone logistics firm in order to explore freight deliveries to remote and challenging locations.
DX opens flagship Kettering facility
DX has opened a distribution centre in Kettering, significantly increasing its capacity in the East Midlands and supporting the business’ fulfilment, freight and final mile operations.
Palletways sales role for former Royal Mail senior manager
Palletways Livingston has appointed Royal Mail veteran Mark Moynes to the position of sales manager.
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.
CF Booth administrator completes sale of business and assets
The business and assets of CF Booth have been bought by a subsidiary of Yorkshire metal recovery and waste recycling company Ron Hull Jnr, saving 29 jobs.
Administration watch
Garage manager fraud and depot losses drove Welsh haulier to collapse
Freight Movement’s collapse into administration was brought about by financial difficulties caused by significant losses at one of its depots, bad debts and an employee defrauding it.
CF Booth administrator completes sale of business and assets
The business and assets of CF Booth have been bought by a subsidiary of Yorkshire metal recovery and waste recycling company Ron Hull Jnr, saving 29 jobs.
Plight of family-run Bedfordshire operator outlined in administrator report
A long-running Luton haulier attempted to continue trading with cash injections from family members before it finally succumbed to administration in November, documents revealed.
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Wales maritime and logistics plan shows government has listened to industry
The industry has welcomed publication of the Welsh government’s maritime and logistics plan, which recognises the critical role the sector plays in economic growth.
Wholesale gas price rise in aftermath of Iran attacks
Gas prices soared to four-year highs after Iran attacked a gas field in Qatar, damaging facilities that produce 17% of QatarEnergy’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) export capacity.
Police survey examines freight crime threats and trends
Freight operators are being encouraged to fill out a police-led survey examining the threat posed by serious organised acquisitive crime (SOAC) in the UK.
A303 tunnel plans revoked
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MAN invests record €300m in service network
MAN Truck & Bus plans to invest around €300m (£259.2m) in expanding its European service network by 2030, the largest investment of its kind in MAN’s history.
RHA calls for higher manufacturer CO2 emission targets and more operator support as consultation closes
The freight industry has pushed back against government plans to cut CO₂ emissions from new HGVs, warning that key proposals are “impractical” without urgent investment in infrastructure and financial support.
Government youth employment drive “a lifeline for next generation” says Logistics UK
The government’s employment drive to support young people into work, announced this week, is a lifeline for the next generation, providing funding that will enable logistics businesses to attract new talent and future proof the industry, according to Ben Fletcher, Logistics UK chief executive,
RHA urges Scottish government to better support road transport sector
The RHA has published its Scottish Manifesto, Driving Scotland, setting out priorities for the next Scottish Government to support the road transport sector.
£18bn twelve-year backlog of pothole repairs, despite extra funding, ALARM survey reveals
Local authorities in England and Wales now face a record £18.62bn backlog of carriageway repairs that would take 12 years to clear, despite an increase in funding, according to this year’s Annual Local Authority Road Maintenance (ALARM) survey.
Interviews
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
John Lewis cutting emissions today and in the future with the best technology available
The John Lewis Partnership’s fleet manager has cut transport emissions in half since 2018 by switching 500 trucks to bioCNG and trialling electric vehicles, achieving a major milestone by purchasing the company’s final diesel vehicle this year.
Hydrogen a viable option in a future multi-fuel zero carbon landscape
The HydraB group is targeting hydrogen pricing of £8/kg to 9/kg to achieve total cost of ownership parity with diesel equivalents, as CEO Harry Bowcott explains how an integrated approach across vehicle manufacturing, fuel production and infrastructure can simplify hydrogen adoption for fleet operators.
Malcolm Logistics looks for customer support for next steps on sustainability journey
Malcolm Logistics picked up the Haulier of the Year Award at the 2025 Motor Transport Awards, the second time the company has collected this coveted award.
Opinion
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Trade without borders – why drivers need a Schengen exemption
€505 billion. That’s the value of UK–EU goods trade – goods moved across borders by road freight.
Custody discipline: the low-cost fix for vehicle transport disputes
With HGV driver numbers down 1.9% and schedules running tight, operators face growing dispute risk. David Heeney explains why custody discipline—not just careful driving—is now a core commercial control.
The clock in the cab: Are we managing fatigue — or managing behaviour?
A transport operator with nearly 40 years’ experience argues the Working Time Directive may create behavioural pressure for HGV drivers without measurable safety gains beyond existing drivers’ hours regulations.
We’ll need more than derisory grants to electrify our 26-tonne-plus HGV fleet
For UK operators, the decision to transition from their existing internal combustion engine (ICE) fleets to electric alternatives is shrouded in uncertainty. A good example of this is the derisory £18m grant allocated to operators who are considering the procurement of electric trucks.
Contracts
Primeline Group crunches ten-year deal with Tayto Snacks
Primeline Group has signed a multi-million euro warehousing and distribution agreement with Tayto Snacks, building on a long-standing partnership between the two companies.
Meachers and Ferryspeed’s partnership sails on
Meachers Global Logistics has extended its partnership with Ferryspeed with a new three-year contract.
XPO flies high with Uniload Aviation deal
XPO has been chosen by unit load devices management provider Unilode to be its global logistics partner.
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Shipping giant MSC moves Turners work in-house
Shipping giant MSC is moving all work previously contracted to Turners Group firms Macintyre Transport and Goldstar to Maritime Transport, the company it acquired 18 months ago.
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