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RHA truck cartel claim reaches key milestone but compensation remains years away, RHA warns
The RHA’s long-running truck cartel compensation claim has reached another critical stage after the Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) scheduled a case management conference for 13 October, the association has revealed.
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Rising UK freight crime prompts conference on cargo theft
As freight crime continues to soar in the UK, the Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) is joining forces with the RHA and the British International Freight Association (BIFA) to hold a conference aimed at helping freight operators avoid cargo theft.
Dash makes a splash at the Palletways Awards
Dash Logistix, the logistics arm of South West-based The Dash Group, has won the Palletways Newcomer of the Year Awards after impressing the pallet network with its outstanding performance.
Road freight 78 times more dangerous than rail freight, new Parliamentary report suggests
Switching more road freight to rail could significantly cut road deaths and injuries and reduce congestion and carbon emissions, according to a new report commissioned by the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Transport Safety.
Rising UK freight crime prompts conference on cargo theft
As freight crime continues to soar in the UK, the Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) is joining forces with the RHA and the British International Freight Association (BIFA) to hold a conference aimed at helping freight operators avoid cargo theft.
Road freight 78 times more dangerous than rail freight, new Parliamentary report suggests
Switching more road freight to rail could significantly cut road deaths and injuries and reduce congestion and carbon emissions, according to a new report commissioned by the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Transport Safety.
GXO’s Belshill drivers win inflation-busting pay rise, Unite reveals
GXO drivers working on the Howdens contract in Belshill, near Glasgow, have secured an “inflation-beating” pay rise, according to union Unite.
Call for greater industry and government collaboration to improve HGV driver facilities
More than half of HGV drivers remain dissatisfied with both the quality and availability of roadside facilities across the UK, according to new research by Transport Focus, prompting the independent watchdog to call for greater industry and government collaboration to improve driver welfare, road safety and the resilience of the ...
Hauliers less likely than manufacturers to raise prices despite rising costs, ONS data shows
Transport and storage businesses are proving more reluctant than manufacturers and retailers to increase prices this month, despite continuing pressure from fuel, energy and haulage costs, according to new research.
Certas Energy recognised by DP World as low-carbon truck programme passes 1.3m litres of HVO
DP World has named Certas Energy its Supplier of the Year for its role in supporting the port operator’s Low Carbon Truck Programme, which has now supplied more than 1.3 million litres of HVO to UK hauliers.
Goliath lands record racking repair project at Lowestoft warehouse
Warehouse repair specialist Goliath has secured the largest deployment of its pallet racking repair system in the UK and Europe, with almost 600 units to be installed at a logistics distribution centre in Lowestoft.
Beyond the co-operative model: How connected networks can help independent operators grow
For decades, independent logistics operators have been the backbone of the UK’s supply chain. They know their local markets, build long-term customer relationships and deliver the flexibility that many larger organisations struggle to match.
Rising UK freight crime prompts conference on cargo theft
Road freight 78 times more dangerous than rail freight, new Parliamentary report suggests
GXO’s Belshill drivers win inflation-busting pay rise, Unite reveals
Call for greater industry and government collaboration to improve HGV driver facilities
Hauliers less likely than manufacturers to raise prices despite rising costs, ONS data shows
Certas Energy recognised by DP World as low-carbon truck programme passes 1.3m litres of HVO
Goliath lands record racking repair project at Lowestoft warehouse
Beyond the co-operative model: How connected networks can help independent operators grow
Operator news
GXO’s Belshill drivers win inflation-busting pay rise, Unite reveals
GXO drivers working on the Howdens contract in Belshill, near Glasgow, have secured an “inflation-beating” pay rise, according to union Unite.
Certas Energy recognised by DP World as low-carbon truck programme passes 1.3m litres of HVO
DP World has named Certas Energy its Supplier of the Year for its role in supporting the port operator’s Low Carbon Truck Programme, which has now supplied more than 1.3 million litres of HVO to UK hauliers.
Tarmac, ABP and Brett forge logistics partnership for Sizewell C project
Tarmac has teamed up with Associated British Ports (ABP) and Brett to form a logistics partnership supplying construction materials to the Sizewell C nuclear power station project via the Port of Ipswich.
Geopost turnover up amid demanding trading environment
Geopost’s revenue increased by 5.1% in the first half of 2026, supported by higher parcel volumes, particularly in BtoC and cross-border activity.
Westons rolls out the barrel after opening new Herefordshire D/C
Cider maker Westons has doubled its warehousing capacity and streamlined deliveries after opening a new 43,000 sq ft distribution centre in Ledbury.
Grenfell blamed for collapse of South East construction operator
One of the biggest construction haulage and plant hire firms in the London area collapsed after building works were halted following the Grenfell Tower fire, resulting in projects being delayed or abandoned.
Staffordshire haulier Emerge signs Armed Forces Covenant
Transport and logistics provider Emerge has committed to support members of the UK military community by signing the Armed Forces Covenant (AFC).
AIT Home Delivery wins delivery contract with e-bike retailer Kubbi
Northampton-based AIT Home Delivery has secured a home delivery contract with Northern Ireland-based electric bike retailer Kubbi as the start-up prepares for further growth.
Elddis Transport (Consett) grows profits despite dip in turnover
Elddis Transport increased profits in 2025 despite a slight fall in turnover, as the County Durham-based haulier offset weaker freight volumes through tight cost control, contract renewals and new business wins.
RT Keedwell losses deepen as rising costs hit haulage margins
RT Keedwell was pushed into a larger pre-tax loss in 2025 by rising driver wages, fuel prices and operating costs, which continued to squeeze margins in 2025, the company’s latest annual results have revealed.
Administration watch
Grenfell blamed for collapse of South East construction operator
One of the biggest construction haulage and plant hire firms in the London area collapsed after building works were halted following the Grenfell Tower fire, resulting in projects being delayed or abandoned.
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.
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Rising UK freight crime prompts conference on cargo theft
As freight crime continues to soar in the UK, the Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) is joining forces with the RHA and the British International Freight Association (BIFA) to hold a conference aimed at helping freight operators avoid cargo theft.
Road freight 78 times more dangerous than rail freight, new Parliamentary report suggests
Switching more road freight to rail could significantly cut road deaths and injuries and reduce congestion and carbon emissions, according to a new report commissioned by the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Transport Safety.
Call for greater industry and government collaboration to improve HGV driver facilities
More than half of HGV drivers remain dissatisfied with both the quality and availability of roadside facilities across the UK, according to new research by Transport Focus, prompting the independent watchdog to call for greater industry and government collaboration to improve driver welfare, road safety and the resilience of the ...
Hauliers less likely than manufacturers to raise prices despite rising costs, ONS data shows
Transport and storage businesses are proving more reluctant than manufacturers and retailers to increase prices this month, despite continuing pressure from fuel, energy and haulage costs, according to new research.
Goliath lands record racking repair project at Lowestoft warehouse
Warehouse repair specialist Goliath has secured the largest deployment of its pallet racking repair system in the UK and Europe, with almost 600 units to be installed at a logistics distribution centre in Lowestoft.
Confidence in UK logistics sector prompts US investment giant KKR to buy four major sites
US invesment firm KKR and its pan-European real estate subsidiary Mirastar have acquired four UK logistics sites at Stafford, Crewe, Ellesmere Port and Wakefield for around £170m.
RHA truck cartel claim reaches key milestone but compensation remains years away, RHA warns
The RHA’s long-running truck cartel compensation claim has reached another critical stage after the Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) scheduled a case management conference for 13 October, the association has revealed.
Iveco truck donation to improve road safety in Ghana
Iveco has helped improve road safety and driving standards in Ghana by donating a Stralis to the country’s driver vehicle licensing authority to be used as a training vehicle.
Road casualty figures reveal cars and vans cause most work-related collisions
HGV drivers could be attracting an undeserved reputation for causing collisions after new government figures showed cars and vans accounted for more than half of work-related accidents.
Optimize joins Geotab Marketplace to expand AI fleet optimisation offering
Optimize has become an official Geotab Marketplace Order Now Partner, allowing fleet operators to purchase and deploy its AI-powered transport optimisation platform directly through the Geotab Marketplace.
Interviews
Palletline 2.0: managing an evolution
Carl Moore talks to Steve Hobson about growth, technology and the future of the UK’s leading pallet network
No room for error: why HVO is keeping Formula 1 moving
F1 is chasing net zero by 2030, but logistics partner DHL says operational reality is shaping the journey. At Silverstone, MT heard why battery-electric trucks are not yet the answer for one of the world’s most demanding logistics operations
“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?
Opinion
Beyond the co-operative model: How connected networks can help independent operators grow
For decades, independent logistics operators have been the backbone of the UK’s supply chain. They know their local markets, build long-term customer relationships and deliver the flexibility that many larger organisations struggle to match.
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.
Contracts
DHL Supply Chain takes over ProCook logistics contract
DHL Supply Chain has secured a contract to manage ProCook’s retail and e-commerce logistics operations as the kitchenware retailer looks to support further growth.
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.
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