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DX Group shares to be suspended as corporate governance inquiry launched
DX Group is set to have its shares suspended in the New Year after delaying the release of its audited annual results.
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Industry News
Lorry driver in critical condition after being ‘struck by own vehicle’ on M62
Police are appealing for witnesses after an HGV driver was struck by his own truck on the M62 in the early hours of yesterday morning (24 November).
Industry News
UK driver shortage no longer critical but “significant” churn will continue without better pay and conditions, report warns
The UK’s HGV driver shortage crisis is abating as new and returning drivers boost numbers, but without “urgent and sustained” action to improve driver pay, conditions and parking facilities the industry will continue to see significant churn, a new report from driver agency Driver Require warns this week.
Contract Wins
Associated British Ports fleet takes on board Teletrac Navman technology
Telematics specialist Teletrac Navman has landed a contract with Associated British Ports’ (ABP) Port of Southampton, following a trial of the company’s fleet telematics, tracking platform and connected camera system.
Careers
DHL Supply Chain UK & Ireland appoints Saul Resnick new chief executive
Saul Resnick (pictured), chief executive officer of DHL Supply Chain Australia & New Zealand is to replace José Nava as chief executive of DHL Supply Chain, UK & Ireland.
News
AO World issues profit warning as driver shortage and supply chain issues take their toll
AO World has issued its second profit warning in two months as it continues to be hit by the HGV driver crisis and supply chain shortages of electrical goods ahead of Christmas.
Industry News
Lorry driver fined £267 after concrete blocks fell from his truck and smashed a £50,000 Tesla
A lorry driver has been fined £267 and awarded three penalty points after concrete blocks strapped to the back of his lorry smashed into a £50,000 Tesla car as the truck rounded a corner.
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Europa Worldwide forecasts record profits for this year and next
UK logistics operator Europa Worldwide Group is predicting record turnover and profits this year and forecasts even greater success in 2022, despite the challenges of Brexit and the Covid-19 pandemic.
Industry News
New Brexit border checks set to create traffic chaos at Channel ports and beyond, MPs warn
New border checks due to launch next year could cause major “permanent” tailbacks on both sides of the Channel, the House of Lords Justice and Home Affairs Committee has warned in a letter to Home Secretary Priti Patel.
Careers
Enterprise appoints Ryan Johnson as UK and Ireland MD
Enterprise Holdings has appointed Ryan Johnson (pictured) as MD UK & Ireland as the company ramps up its drive into the logistics sector.