Chris Tindall
Chris Tindall started writing for the haulage and logistics industry in 2002 and quickly realised there was enough going on to keep him busy for a very long time.
He’s covered a broad range of significant issues, including GPS jamming by criminals, platooning, Brexit and the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, the lack of safe and secure lorry parks and he helped secure the release of a lorry driver in a Polish jail due to misuse of the European Arrest Warrant.
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MT ArticleEvri pay proposal rejected by majority of drivers
Evri said it was “surprised” that the GMB had recommended drivers reject a pay deal it developed with the union following discussions, amid threats of industrial action.
MT ArticleDVLA coughing up over medical driving licence delays
The DVLA has forked out almost £25,000 in compensation since January last year due to delays in processing medical driving licence applications, according to figures published in Parliament.
FCZ ArticleWoodland Group cuts down emissions and charts course to net zero
Woodland Group said it was on course to be running a 100% electric material handling fleet in its warehousing operations by 2027, with only the remaining 6% now running on fossil fuels.
MT ArticleEight-figure funding helps Europa expand
Europa Worldwide Group has secured an eight-figure funding package from HSBC to support expansion in its Road, Air and Sea, Warehouse and Frictionless Trade divisions.
FCZ ArticlePallet-Track eyes ambitious 2028 emissions deadline
Pallet-Track has committed to reducing carbon emissions by 2028 with the delivery of a new environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy.
MT ArticleCTS appoints new hire manager
Municipal vehicle hire company CTS Hire has promoted Tina Nutley to hire manager as the business responds to growing demand.
MT ArticleStobart ends dispute with Unite after signing Morrison’s driver deal
Around 500 HGV drivers working for Eddie Stobart on its Morrison’s contract have ended their strike threat after the company agreed to reduce its reliance on temporary workers, according to Unite.
MT ArticleCross happy with delivery management software
Cross Haulage in Scotland said invoices were being paid up to 75% faster after it implemented logistics software to improve efficiency and cut down on paperwork.
FCZ ArticleElectric truck trial gives hauliers chance to rent the tech
DP World is offering hauliers an opportunity to trial electric lorries through a rental initiative at Southampton port.
MT ArticleSt Albans plant rental company ceased trading following financial troubles
The administrator for heavy vehicle rental business Gradewell Plant & Haulage confirmed that the business had closed down and all staff made redundant after more than 20 years of trading.
MT ArticleUnion condemns alleged UPS plan to replace employed drivers and slash workforce
UPS confirmed it was “evaluating options” for its UK business after a union claimed it was planning to outsource all its drivers, resulting in swathes of job losses.
MT ArticleThe former chef putting service at the forefront of logistics
Both careers require you to remain calm under pressure and work in a fast-paced environment, so when former chef Tieron Gordon decided to hang up his oven gloves for a life on the road he already had many of the skills needed.
MT Articlee-commerce volumes remain resilient despite economic headwinds, says Diamond Logistics
Same-day delivery specialist Diamond Logistics has challenged the notion that economic uncertainty leads to a sharp decline in retail activity after significantly outperforming expectations this year.
MT ArticleLondon must go Dutch to clean up van and truck fleets
London needs a ‘Dutch-style’ zero emission zone preventing diesel freight vehicles from entering, because the city is falling behind on electrification, according to environmental campaigners.
MT ArticleHeavy vehicle rental firm collapses into administration
St Albans and Iver-based plant and vehicle rental firm Gradewell Plant & Haulage has entered administration after HM Revenue & Customs served a winding-up petition on it.
MT ArticleIreland’s Toga signs up to Pallet-Track
Dublin-based Toga Freight Group has joined Pallet-Track in order to expand its next-day delivery service into Great Britain.
MT ArticleLorry rollover incident stirs up fatality fears
The British Concrete Transport Association (BCTA) said it was working with local authorities and supporting residents after a concrete mixer rolled over in Lincolnshire and demolished a garden wall.
MT ArticleThe Dash Group fetches Brian Fisher for group commercial role
Family-run business The Dash Group has appointed Brian Fisher as its group commercial manager.
MT ArticleThe unbeatable logistics at the heart of World Cup 2026
As the World Cup kicks off and everyone’s gaze turns to North America, there is only one goal for the thousands of people involved in the logistics – ensuring the competition runs smoothly.
MT ArticleHoward Tenens builds revenues in property but fails to move in distribution
Revenues in Howard Tenens’ warehousing and distribution division were static last year, as it strove to address a challenging economy by reviewing customer supply chains and seeking out efficiencies.