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Microlise battling Halloween cyber attack which disrupted DHL store deliveries for NISA
Microlise is battling to restore key systems following a cyber attack last week which saw DHL’s store deliveries for retailer NISA disrupted, when the attack left its delivery tracking system disabled.
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Cyber attack on Microlise hits operators triggering call for stronger continuity plans
Third party cyber attacks, such as the one that hit Microlise services last week, present a challenge for all logistics operators - even those vigilant to security breaches, Europa Worldwide has warned.
Administrators take control of South Yorkshire haulier’s business
McGregor Logistics in Doncaster has officially appointed administrators to take control of its affairs, almost a month after it signalled it was in financial difficulties.
Lorry drivers to be prosecuted for jumping M6 crash queues
The police said they would be prosecuting HGV drivers caught on camera jumping queues on the M6 this week following a 10 vehicle crash in which a lorry crossed the central reservation.
Cyber attack on Microlise hits operators triggering call for stronger continuity plans
Administrators take control of South Yorkshire haulier’s business
Lorry drivers to be prosecuted for jumping M6 crash queues
HGV driving centres with the highest and lowest pass rates revealed
‘Electric fleets expensive but we’ll help with the transition,’ roads minister tells HGV operators
‘Milestone’ for abnormal load hauliers as police meet operators
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Cyber attack on Microlise hits operators triggering call for stronger continuity plans
Third party cyber attacks, such as the one that hit Microlise services last week, present a challenge for all logistics operators - even those vigilant to security breaches, Europa Worldwide has warned.
Administrators take control of South Yorkshire haulier’s business
McGregor Logistics in Doncaster has officially appointed administrators to take control of its affairs, almost a month after it signalled it was in financial difficulties.
Dawsongroup announces passing of chairman Peter Dawson
Dawsongroup has announced that its executive chairman Peter Dawson has died following a short illness.
Prohire spends £5m on fuel efficient rental fleet
Prohire is investing £5m in 70 new vehicles to refresh its 400-strong Proflex national rental fleet.
Food fight between union and catering distributor could leave air passengers hungry
Air services provider dnata said claims by a trade union that it was attempting to change delivery drivers’ terms and conditions without consultation were “entirely inaccurate”.
XPO opens major distribution centre in Wakefield with Saint-Gobain UK
XPO has opened a new warehouse site in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, with its long-term partner Saint-Gobain UK.
FreshLinc looks to diversify after loss of “significant” contract sees profit plunge
Cambridgeshire haulier FreshLinc has ramped up its diversification strategy after losing a “significant” retail contract last year, which hit turnover and profit, according to its latest annual results.
Speedy Freight invests £2m in Speedy Fulfil
National same-day courier Speedy Freight has invested £2m in the launch of Speedy Fulfil, its new fulfilment service.
Bentons Haulage extends partnership with Culligan UK for another five years
Bentons Haulage has extended its eight year partnership with water treatment firm Culligan UK for another five years, in a deal which also sees the Birmingham-based haulier provide a new fleet of ten Culligan UK-branded trailers.
Microlise battling Halloween cyber attack which disrupted DHL store deliveries for NISA
Microlise is battling to restore key systems following a cyber attack last week which saw DHL’s store deliveries for retailer NISA disrupted, when the attack left its delivery tracking system disabled.
Administration watch
Administrators take control of South Yorkshire haulier’s business
McGregor Logistics in Doncaster has officially appointed administrators to take control of its affairs, almost a month after it signalled it was in financial difficulties.
SmartHub Logistics moves to appoint administrators
Construction logistics consolidation specialist SmartHub Logistics has given notice of its intention to appoint an administrator.
Inflation to blame for Wiltshire haulier’s administration
SL Transport’s collapse can be directly linked to soaring inflation which led to it suffering a loss of more than £200,000, according to its administrator.
Industry news
Cyber attack on Microlise hits operators triggering call for stronger continuity plans
Third party cyber attacks, such as the one that hit Microlise services last week, present a challenge for all logistics operators - even those vigilant to security breaches, Europa Worldwide has warned.
Lorry drivers to be prosecuted for jumping M6 crash queues
The police said they would be prosecuting HGV drivers caught on camera jumping queues on the M6 this week following a 10 vehicle crash in which a lorry crossed the central reservation.
HGV driving centres with the highest and lowest pass rates revealed
Analysis of where HGV driver candidates are most likely to pass their test found Ipswich came out on top, with a pass rate of more than 80%.
‘Milestone’ for abnormal load hauliers as police meet operators
The abnormal loads group (ALG) met with police chiefs this week to discuss ways to improve consistency among forces in the way they oversee heavy movements.
Dawsongroup announces passing of chairman Peter Dawson
Dawsongroup has announced that its executive chairman Peter Dawson has died following a short illness.
Midlands truckstop invests in infrastructure improvements
Roads minister Lilian Greenwood visited the ADS Truckstop in Stoke this week to see how it had spent its share of government funds on improving its site, including new parking bays and security measures.
New MD at Harris Maxus reflects group’s growth plans
Automotive distributor and retailer Harris Group has appointed Andrew Lawson as its MD for Harris Maxus.
Government warned funding alone won’t solve HGV parking crisis
Logistics UK said it was “extremely disappointing” that half of all lorry drivers were fed up with the state of UK truckstops and it called on the government for a change in attitude towards the industry.
Onward Holdings announces major restructure
Yorkshire warehousing and retail park specialist Onward Holdings has undergone the first major restructure of its business in more than 60 years.
Interviews
GXO and RHA outline the roadmap for driver safety and welfare in free to watch webinar
Motor Transport in association with leading 3PL GXO held a webinar in October to discuss the vital issue of how the road transport industry should be handling the recent influx of new drivers to ensure they are properly prepared for life on the road.
A New Era for renewable fuel supplies dawns in Essex
The use of renewable fuels such as hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) to cut carbon emissions from diesel trucks now rather than waiting for battery electric vehicles to develop into a more practical solution is becoming increasingly popular.
‘SMEs are in a massive hole over electric but the approach is too blinkered’
Chris Clowes, executive director of global logistics consultancy, SCALA, considers the ways other countries are tackling HGV fleet decarbonisation, and the lessons operators can learn from a domestic market still claiming record numbers of casualties
Battery electric nothing new for Bradshaw Electric Vehicles
Battery electric vehicles are sometimes regarded as new-fangled devices but they were first seen on the roads of Europe in the 1890s and in the 1960s the UK had the world’s largest fleet of BEVs in the days when electric milk floats were a common sight on every street. Today ...
Renault Trucks shows that electric trucks can do the job at only a 5% price premium
Renault Trucks has been on its battery electric vehicle (BEV) industrial manufacturing journey for four years now and recently held a series of open days at its electric demo centre based at its axle plant in Saint-Priest near Lyon to give an update on progress.
The APC still flying the flag for independent couriers 30 years on
The APC was founded 30 years ago as The Alternative Parcels Company and still has an unusual ownership model in the parcels world, in that it is owned by its 103 independent, entrepreneurial delivery-and-collection couriers.
‘There are ways round the cost of buying electric but hydrogen’s a non-starter…’
John Granby, director of e-Truck and e-Van at EO Charging, has worked in the automotive sector for over 25 years, including spells with Scania and MAN Truck & Bus. Prior to joining EO in 2021, he led the development of Tevva’s hydrogen electric trucks across the UK. Here he tells ...
Battery electric vehicles need to focus on upstream as well as tailpipe emissions
Head of sustainability for most operators is a relatively new job description, and Dr Nicholas Head who covers that role for XPO UK & Ireland has indeed only been doing the job for just over two years.
Decarbonisation
Prohire spends £5m on fuel efficient rental fleet
Prohire is investing £5m in 70 new vehicles to refresh its 400-strong Proflex national rental fleet.
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Unlocking the benefits of shared transport
2024 has been a challenging year for retailers. The need to reduce costs and make progress on sustainability targets, all while providing an omnichannel shopping experience to meet the high expectations of consumers weighs heavily.
Introducing Scania Financial Services new Managing Director
In July 2024, Scania Financial Services welcomed Karima Haji as its new Managing Director – although, Karima is no stranger to the Scania family, having previously been the Transformation Director at Scania Great Britain since 2021.
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The arrival of the recently launched eActros 600 tractor unit.
The arrival of the recently launched eActros 600 tractor unit means Mercedes-Benz Trucks now offers a comprehensive line-up of battery electric vehicles to hauliers in the UK – but that’s not all.
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MOTOR TRANSPORT TOP 100 2023
It’s been a difficult year for the road transport industry, but our annual survey of company performance highlights the professionalism and tenacity of operators in facing up to the challenges.
Palletways welcomes Foulger Transport and Transol Logistics into the fold
Foulger Transport and Transol Logistics have joined the Palletways pallet network.
Foulger Transport opts for Mercedes-Benz Actros
Norfolk haulier Foulger Transport has taken delivery of seven new Euro-5 Mercedes-Benz Actros trucks. The units join its 100-plus strong, predominantly Daf, fleet.
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