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Leicester haulier falls into administration
A UK-based transport and logistics company that specialises in nationwide vehicle movements has collapsed into administration.
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Wren Kitchens kicks off fleet decarbonisation with 10 Mercedes-Benz eActros trucks
Wren Kitchens has taken delivery of 10 fully electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 tractor units from Mercedes-Benz Trucks dealer Rygor Auto, marking the first phase of the retailer’s switch to an all-electric fleet.
Mid-sized hauliers drive fleet growth as smaller operators continue to lose ground
The UK’s HGV fleet has remained largely unchanged over the past 15 months, but new operator licence data points to continued consolidation within the haulage sector, with medium-sized and larger third-party logistics operators increasing fleet numbers while smaller operators continue to contract.
“We’re still here. We’re still open,” says truck stop blighted by HS2 U-turn
Crewe Truck Stop says years of uncertainty surrounding the HS2 high-speed rail project have left the business fighting for survival, despite remaining popular with regular customers from around the UK and abroad.
Wren Kitchens kicks off fleet decarbonisation with 10 Mercedes-Benz eActros trucks
Wren Kitchens has taken delivery of 10 fully electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 tractor units from Mercedes-Benz Trucks dealer Rygor Auto, marking the first phase of the retailer’s switch to an all-electric fleet.
Mid-sized hauliers drive fleet growth as smaller operators continue to lose ground
The UK’s HGV fleet has remained largely unchanged over the past 15 months, but new operator licence data points to continued consolidation within the haulage sector, with medium-sized and larger third-party logistics operators increasing fleet numbers while smaller operators continue to contract.
“We’re still here. We’re still open,” says truck stop blighted by HS2 U-turn
Crewe Truck Stop says years of uncertainty surrounding the HS2 high-speed rail project have left the business fighting for survival, despite remaining popular with regular customers from around the UK and abroad.
Strikes by Bristol tanker drivers suspended after new pay offer
Strike action by Bristol-based Oxalis tanker drivers has been averted at the last minute after workers received an improved pay offer, union Unite has announced.
Give Northern Ireland its own freight and logistics strategy, Logistics UK tells ministers
Logistics UK is calling for a dedicated Northern Ireland Freight and Logistics Strategy, in recognition of its importance to the region’s economy.
Ulemco and Luxfer join forces to offer onboard hydrogen storage solutions for HGVs
Hydrogen supplier Ulemco and Luxfer Gas Cylinders have forged a strategic collaboration which aims to deliver innovative ways to store hydrogen fuel on HGVs and off-road equipment.
Skills England urged to speed up approval of transport manager apprenticeships
Jim French, chair of the Trailblazer Group for Transport and Logistics, has expressed frustration at continued delays to the approval of new transport and warehouse management apprenticeships, warning that the sector is not receiving the same level of attention as Skills England’s priority industries.
TEG launches Scope 3 emissions reporting tool for three million annual freight loads
Carrier sourcing platform TEG has introduced automated CO₂ emissions calculations across its platform, enabling hauliers, third-party logistics providers and shippers to access estimated carbon emissions data for individual loads from the point they are booked.
Wren Kitchens kicks off fleet decarbonisation with 10 Mercedes-Benz eActros trucks
Mid-sized hauliers drive fleet growth as smaller operators continue to lose ground
“We’re still here. We’re still open,” says truck stop blighted by HS2 U-turn
Strikes by Bristol tanker drivers suspended after new pay offer
Give Northern Ireland its own freight and logistics strategy, Logistics UK tells ministers
Ulemco and Luxfer join forces to offer onboard hydrogen storage solutions for HGVs
Skills England urged to speed up approval of transport manager apprenticeships
TEG launches Scope 3 emissions reporting tool for three million annual freight loads
Operator news
Wren Kitchens kicks off fleet decarbonisation with 10 Mercedes-Benz eActros trucks
Wren Kitchens has taken delivery of 10 fully electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 tractor units from Mercedes-Benz Trucks dealer Rygor Auto, marking the first phase of the retailer’s switch to an all-electric fleet.
Mid-sized hauliers drive fleet growth as smaller operators continue to lose ground
The UK’s HGV fleet has remained largely unchanged over the past 15 months, but new operator licence data points to continued consolidation within the haulage sector, with medium-sized and larger third-party logistics operators increasing fleet numbers while smaller operators continue to contract.
Strikes by Bristol tanker drivers suspended after new pay offer
Strike action by Bristol-based Oxalis tanker drivers has been averted at the last minute after workers received an improved pay offer, union Unite has announced.
Monex Group acquires 45% stake in Essex haulier A J Ostridge Transport
Monex Group is continuing on the acquisition trail, buying a 45% stake in Essex-based haulier A J Ostridge Transport as it expands its operations into the East of England.
Leicester haulier falls into administration
A UK-based transport and logistics company that specialises in nationwide vehicle movements has collapsed into administration.
From placement student tо HR professional: CEVA shines a light on logistics career paths
Generation Logistics sponsor CEVA has highlighted the career path of one of its employees as an example of how seizing opportunities and developing skills can lead to a rewarding job in the sector.
XPO gears up for Tour de France logistics
XPO is back in the saddle ensuring the Tour de France gets into gear transporting the infrastructure required to make the world’s most famous cycling competition another success.
IPP replaces CHEP as Simplehuman’s sole supplier
Pallet pooler IPP has won a supply chain contract with homewares brand Simplehuman, becoming its sole supplier for all UK pallet movements and replacing previous supplier CHEP.
Arcese upbeat over growth prospects
Logistics group Arcese UK said the outlook for 2026 was “buoyant” after strengthening its position in the market, and it remained optimistic over future growth prospects.
Moto launches ultra-rapid charging hub for eHGVs and cars at Tamworth site
Motorway services operator Moto Hospitality has officially opened Moto Charge, its new proprietary ultra-rapid charging hub at its Tamworth site, featuring dedicated eHGV bays, up to 360kW ultra-rapid charging speeds, accessible bays and multiple payment options.
Administration watch
Leicester haulier falls into administration
A UK-based transport and logistics company that specialises in nationwide vehicle movements has collapsed into administration.
Trans Haul (Europe) files notice of intention to appoint administrators
Trans Haul (Europe) has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators, according to a Companies Court filing.
On The Rocks group ramps up acquisition drive with purchase of BMB Logistics
On the Rocks Group is expanding its reach into the logistics sector, just weeks after buying Martyn Barratt Transport out of administration, with the purchase of BMB Logistics, which called in the administrators earlier this month.
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Industry news
“We’re still here. We’re still open,” says truck stop blighted by HS2 U-turn
Crewe Truck Stop says years of uncertainty surrounding the HS2 high-speed rail project have left the business fighting for survival, despite remaining popular with regular customers from around the UK and abroad.
Give Northern Ireland its own freight and logistics strategy, Logistics UK tells ministers
Logistics UK is calling for a dedicated Northern Ireland Freight and Logistics Strategy, in recognition of its importance to the region’s economy.
Ulemco and Luxfer join forces to offer onboard hydrogen storage solutions for HGVs
Hydrogen supplier Ulemco and Luxfer Gas Cylinders have forged a strategic collaboration which aims to deliver innovative ways to store hydrogen fuel on HGVs and off-road equipment.
Skills England urged to speed up approval of transport manager apprenticeships
Jim French, chair of the Trailblazer Group for Transport and Logistics, has expressed frustration at continued delays to the approval of new transport and warehouse management apprenticeships, warning that the sector is not receiving the same level of attention as Skills England’s priority industries.
Mandata and HaulageHub join forces to help hauliers access more work
Transport management software specialist Mandata has inked a strategic partnership with digital freight marketplace HaulageHub which aims to help hauliers maximise the value of their existing fleets.
Freight tech partnership adds cargo insurance to forwarding workflows
A digital cargo insurance specialist has partnered with transport management system provider Realm Realtime to integrate insurance directly into the shipment creation process.
AI use in transport and logistics accelerating
It can draft a letter, plan your holiday and diagnose that persistent dull ache in your elbow, but a new report found AI is now transforming supply chains at a pace much faster than anyone predicted.
Dutch truck toll takes effect
The Netherlands has introduced a truck toll, with Dutch and foreign lorries subject to a pay-per-kilometre levy for using the country’s road network.
Road to Logistics MD receives MBE for services to industry
Jennifer Swain, the MD at training and mentoring organisation Road to Logistics, has been awarded an MBE for her services to the industry.
Logistics UK presses government to cut Brexit trade friction after Brussels talks
Logistics UK has urged the government to accelerate efforts to reduce post-Brexit trade barriers following a series of meetings in Brussels with UK diplomats and European industry representatives.
Interviews
‘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
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.
Opinion
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 ...
The changes ahead for Culina Group
CEO Liam McElroy reflects on 18 months of structural groundwork and reveals how the logistics group’s new unified strategy will simplify customer engagement, strengthen financial discipline and unlock the full potential of its end-to-end UK capability.
Ten years on from Brexit, the focus must be on what comes next
A decade on, the glut of comment pieces marking the Brexit referendum tells you two things. The decision we made has had serious consequences. And even now, much remains unresolved.
Contracts
IPP replaces CHEP as Simplehuman’s sole supplier
Pallet pooler IPP has won a supply chain contract with homewares brand Simplehuman, becoming its sole supplier for all UK pallet movements and replacing previous supplier CHEP.
Best Food Logistics wins UK distribution contract with Slim Chickens
Best Food Logistics has been appointed as the UK supply chain partner for fast-growing restaurant brand Slim Chickens, adding another major hospitality customer to its portfolio.
Spoiler alert: AIT wins TV distribution deal
AIT has won a contract to deliver televisions up to 100 inches for Livewire Telecom after convincing the electronics business it could offer a premium rate service.
Unipart wins seven-year BMW Group contract
Unipart has been awarded a seven-year contract by BMW Group to provide production logistics services within the final assembly at the Mini plant in Cowley, Oxfordshire.
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