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Gregory Distribution subsidiary ARR Craib buys Highland Haulage
Gregory Distribution has purchased Glasgow and Inverness transport firm Highland Haulage, extending its reach in the UK.
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Pay talks break down between Unipart Logistics and Supply Chain Coordination
HGV drivers delivering NHS equipment and supplies are being paid “an industry low” of £10.24 an hour, according to the Unite union, which is urging their employer to resolve a pay dispute.
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John Mitchell (Grangemouth) recruits “Young Team” to drive further growth
John Mitchell (Grangemouth)’s investment in the next generation is coming to fruition after it recruited five new members to spearhead the business in the coming years.
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Volta appoints DPD’s Rob Fowler as new CEO
Swedish technology startup Volta has appointed a new chief executive to replace the current CEO and founder Carl-Magnus Norden.
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Argos Christmas deliveries under threat as UPS drivers consider 15-day strike
More than two weeks of strike action by UPS drivers working on an Argos contract are due to start this month with a long-running pay dispute showing no signs of being resolved.
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Tevva increases production of electric commercial vehicle after “100% positive” reviews at Freight in the City
Tevva is ramping up series production of its 12-tonne electric commercial vehicle after being boosted by “universally positive” feedback at last month’s Freight in the City (FiTC).
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FTA launches ‘jargon-free’ guide to HGV brake testing for operators
A guide to brake testing for operators struggling to understand their reports has been produced to cut through “engineering jargon”.
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Alton Transport Service reveals reasons for its demise
Hampshire haulier Alton Transport Service has admitted that taking on “loss making” work from Palletline and losing a contract from Tarmac were to blame for its insolvency.
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Express European Couriers joins Palletforce
Former Pallet Track member Express European Couriers has switched to Palletforce, becoming its 12th new business to sign up this year.
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Stanian Transport rescued from administration after costly failed takeover
One of the longest-standing haulage businesses in Manchester has been saved after it entered administration following a failed attempt to purchase another firm, according to its director.