Carol Millett
Carol Millett is an award-winning freelance journalist with over 30 years’ of experience writing across a broad range of sectors, including road transport, construction and civil engineering, project management, private finance, technology, HR, and travel and tourism. She is currently a regular contributor to a variety of DVV Media titles including Motor Transport Magazine, Commercial Motor and Transport News.
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MT ArticleLaw Distribution appoints new head of transport
Haydock-based Law Distribution has appointed a new head of transport following a restructure designed to manage the company’s plans for growth.
MT ArticleTIP trial programme boosts demand for Sunswap solar-powered refrigeration units
TIP Group has increased take-up of Sunswap’s Endurance solar and battery-powered transport refrigeration unit (TRU) after introducing a trial programme of the technology to cold chain operators, the company has revealed.
MT ArticleElis boosts fleet with 140 Tiger rigids and a double deck trailer
Transport and management firm Elis is working with Tiger Trailers to boost its HGV fleet, which delivers workwear, flat linens, hygiene, and washroom facilities to the hospitality, healthcare, and retail sectors.
MT ArticleWarehouse consolidation helps Debenhams Group cut costs and boost profit
The closure of Debenham Group’s Burnley warehouse in February this year and the consolidation of its warehousing operations into a single automated distribution centre in Sheffield has played a key role in improving the group’s profitability over the last financial year, the group revealed this week.
MT ArticlePublic backs greater use of robots in warehouses, study finds
The UK public is more comfortable with robots working in warehouses and factories than in hospitals, schools or care settings, according to new research from technology company Hexagon.
MT ArticleBrigade Electronics founder Chris Hanson-Abbott OBE dies aged 92
Chris Hanson-Abbott OBE, founder of Brigade Electronics and a pioneer in vehicle safety technology, has died aged 92.
MT ArticleHolman UK appoints Nick Hay as managing director
Vehicle management, leasing and fleet solutions firm Holman UK has confirmed the appointment of Nick Hay as MD.
FCZ ArticleGovernment considers watering down ZEV Mandate as questions grow over electric van transition
The government is considering significant changes to the UK’s Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate, in a move that could have major implications for the commercial vehicle sector and the transition to zero-emission vans.
MT ArticleWork commences on major logistics development at Hillwood Park Luton
Commercial property investor Hillwood and building contractor Glencar have officially broken ground and commenced works on-site at Hillwood Park Luton.
MT ArticleIRU adopts global Charter for Women in Road Transport
Members of the international road transport union, the IRU, have voted to adopt a new Charter for Women in Road Transport, which sets out six core principles for the sector to follow to increase women’s participation across the industry’s workforce.
MT ArticleStaffordshire logistics operator promotes former apprentice to head of transport
Staffordshire logistics operator Emerge has promoted Tasha Oram to the role of head of transport, just over a decade after she joined the company as an apprentice.
MT ArticleHawks Haulage joins Palletways as part of expansion plans
Leicester-based Hawks Haulage has joined pallet network Palletways UK, as part of plans to expand the company’s services and drive growth
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RHA renews call for fuel rebate as operators face rising diesel costs
The RHA has renewed its call for an Essential User Rebate for transport operators, arguing that recent government support measures do not go far enough to offset the impact of rising fuel costs on the sector.
MT ArticlePalletline London expands in-night delivery operations
Palletline London is increasing its capacity for overnight and in-night deliveries with investment in additional warehouse space and a dedicated fleet, including two electric vehicles.
MT ArticleMAN TopUsed Centre officially opens in Swindon
MAN Truck & Bus UK has officially opened a new MAN TopUsed Centre in Swindon, Wiltshire, which specialises in providing manufacturer-backed used trucks, buses, coaches and vans.
MT ArticleExol Lubricants expands fleet with new Scania trucks
Exol Lubricants has expanded its delivery fleet with the addition of four new replacement Scania trucks, as part of the the company’s investment strategy to boost its growth and distribution reach.
MT ArticleStrong talent pipeline for HGV technicians
HGV apprenticeship starts are at their highest level in five years, following a sharp decline during the pandemic, according to research from the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI).
FCZ ArticleBring forward ZEV Mandate review, NFDA urges government
The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) is calling on the government to accelerate its planned review of the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate, warning that market conditions have shifted significantly since the policy was introduced.
MT ArticleAldi makes first delivery from gigantic £500m Bardon distribution centre
Aldi has made the first delivery from its new warehouse in Bardon in Leicestershire, marking the start of the first phase of operations at Britain’s largest distribution centre.
MT ArticleLogistics sector backs apprenticeships push after Milburn report warns of “lost generation”
The logistics sector has backed calls for a stronger focus on apprenticeships and technical skills reform following the publication of Alan Milburn’s interim review into the growing number of young people not in education, employment or training (NEET).