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DFDS Logistics acquires iconic D.R Macleod

2023-04-06T15:10:00Z

DFDS Logistics has acquired Highlands haulier D.R Macleod and pledged to continue its services to local communities.In a statement on social media, DFDS confirmed that an agreement had been reached to transfer the transport firm over to its control: “D.R. Macleod has run a successful business on the Scottish Highlands ...

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Plans to allow fuel tankers to operate at full capacity

2023-04-06T13:46:00Z

Fuel tankers could be allowed to carry more fuel under government plans to prevent disruption to the supply chain.Most tankers operate with spare capacity due to the 44-tonne weight limit, but the Department for Transport (DfT) is now consulting on whether to allow the vehicles to operate to their full ...

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Former DPD chief executive Dwain McDonald becomes new boss of DeliveryApp

2023-04-06T11:49:00Z

Former DPD Group UK boss Dwain McDonald (pictured) has been appointed as chief executive of tech firm DeliveryApp.McDonald will assist the company in its expansion strategy, drawing on his experience in leadership, innovation and technology in the logistics and delivery sector.He worked at DPD for more than three decades and ...

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Wincanton up and running at new Scottish hub

2023-04-06T11:35:00Z

Wincanton has commenced operations at its new shared user supply chain hub at Scotland Gateway.The site, which the company said would centralise operations across the country, is also expected to provide efficiencies for its customers in Scotland by replacing subcontracted services.Read moreWincanton replaces Clipper Logistics on New Look supply chain ...

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RHA calls on TfL to delay changes to DVS

2023-04-06T00:00:00Z

RHA is calling on TfL to delay the introduction of stricter criteria under the Direct Vision Standard (DVS), warning that hauliers will struggle to meet the October 2024 deadline.The call follows the closure of TfL’s consultation this week on the proposed changes to DVS, which was introduced in 2019 as ...

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CNG Fuels acquires majority stake in Renewable Transport Fuel Services

2023-04-05T23:01:00Z

Biomethane supplier CNG Fuels has acquired a majority stake in biomethane sourcing firm Renewable Transport Fuel Services Limited (RTFS) as part of plans to offer a one-stop shop from the producer to the fuel pump.CNG Fuels said the acquisition of RTFS will help it meet its customers’ growing appetite for ...

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DB Schenker to take 100 e-Actros LongHaul tractors

2023-04-05T14:36:00Z

Daimler’s hopes for its forthcoming Mercedes-Benz eActros LongHaul have been given a major boost with DB Schenker signing a letter of intent to acquire 100 examples for its fleet.The global logistics provider has the intention of becoming net zero by 2040, and the eActros battery-electric tractors will play a key ...

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Currie European Transport shrugs off steepling operating costs to post pre-tax profit

2023-04-05T11:37:00Z

Currie European Transport returned to the black last year for the first time since 2015, despite challenges relating to Brexit, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and significant fleet operating costs.For the year ending 30 June 2022, the haulier reported a £253,000 pre-tax profit and said it was pleased with the continued ...

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Yorkshire firm fined £600,000 after forklift truck driver is killed while loading HGV

2023-04-05T09:32:00Z

A forklift truck driver in East Yorkshire died when the HGV he was loading was moved by its driver, trapping him underneath.The company Brian White was working for, Kelkay in Pollington, has now been fined £600,000 following the incident in 2018.An investigation into the fatality by the HSE found that ...

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AO drivers vote A9 in Scotland as UK's best road

2023-04-04T15:39:00Z

Delivery drivers for online electricals retailer AO have crowned the A9 in Scotland as the best road to drive in the UK, whereas research reveals that the British public prefer the A591 in the Lake District National Park.Both delivery drivers and the public agreed that the M6 and M25 motorways ...

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Giant ads on trucks warn motorists of HGV blindspots

2023-04-04T14:31:00Z

A National Highways road safety campaign is using a network of hauliers to raise motorists' awareness of HGVs' blindspots by using giant safety warnings on the back of a host of lorries plying up and down the UK's motorways.The campaign is a collaboration between National Highways, media company ADriver and ...

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DVSA plans for fewer HGV tests for Earned Recognition fleets

2023-04-04T13:52:00Z

Longer test intervals for the vehicles of operators in the DVSA Earned Recognition scheme are on the cards, according to the DVSA’s latest strategic plan.The DVSA Strategic Plan to 2025, published today, sets out proposals to improve its services for its customers, including HGV operators, over the next two years.The ...

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Deadline for entry to Motor Transport Awards extended

2023-04-04T10:53:00Z

The deadline for entering the 2023 Motor Transport Awards has been extended until April 21 to give entrants more time to put the finishing touches to their entries.There are 19 categories in this year's Awards including two news ones, New Talent Development and Sustainable Transport, alongside long-standing categories such as ...

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Whistl appoints contact centres director

2023-04-04T10:35:00Z

Logistics specialist Whistl has recruited James Revell as its first director of contact centres.Revell joins the company from Air France KLM, where he led its international contact centres. He joined the industry 20 years ago, starting his career as a call handler and progressing through the industry to senior leadership ...

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Panattoni launches major Doncaster warehouse development

2023-04-04T09:49:00Z

Construction has started on a major speculative warehouse near Doncaster with completion expected in January 2024, commercial developer Panattoni revealed this week.Winvic Construction has commenced the construction of Panattoni Doncaster 420, following the approval of planning consent from Doncaster Council in February. Panattoni Doncaster 420, which the developer claims is ...

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Culina subsidiary Eventor acquires events specialist Stardes

2023-04-04T09:25:00Z

Culina subsidiary Eventor has acquired events logistics haulier Stardes for an undisclosed sum as part of major plans to further expand in the events transport sector.Eventor, formerly known as Stobart Special operations, provides support services to the motorsport, events and nuclear industries.In an announcement revealing the deal this week, Eventor ...

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Palletways invests in Bologna hub

2023-04-03T16:03:00Z

The Palletways Group is investing in a new multi-million pound, environmentally friendly hub in Italy as it drives for further growth across Europe.The bespoke facility is in Sala Bolognese, in the city of Bologna. It is expected to launch in the next few months and will include 30,000 m² of ...

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Europa Road seals deal with German operator

2023-04-03T15:44:00Z

Europa Road is strengthening its German services after forging a new partnership with freight forwarding operator Noerpel.The partnership with Ulm-based Noerpel will enable Europa to reduce export and import lead times for customers shipping to and from the South of Germany by providing an additional route offering a new daily ...

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Schmitz Cargobull launches new Manchester facility

2023-04-03T15:31:00Z

Schmitz Cargobull has officially opened its new plant at Wythenshawe in Greater Manchester and taken the opportunity to unveil its latest curtainsider semi-trailer.More than 200 customers and local dignitaries gathered at the Schmitz Cargobull factory last week to celebrate the official opening of the plant and to see the unveiling of ...

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Sneak peek at First Hydrogen Gen II zero emission vehicle

2023-04-03T15:17:00Z

Zero emission vehicle manufacturer First Hydrogen has unveiled images of its Gen II hydrogen fuel cell-powered van, as it kicks off road trials of its first generation light commercial vehicle (LCV).Both the Generation I and Generation II LCVs will be available with either hydrogen fuel cell electric or battery electric ...