Fleet operator news

From third-party logistics to own-account operators, Motor Transport has it covered: we report on all 3PLs, from DHL Supply Chain to Eddie Stobart Logistics, and from XPO Logistics to Wincanton. We also cover the UK home delivery and parcels market from Royal Mail to DPD and from Hermes to Yodel. We have all the latest news from own-account operators, including Tesco Distribution, Travis Perkins, Bidvest and the latest developments from pallet networks including Palletways and Pall-ex.

Operator news

HMRC attempting to wind up Scottish transport and storage firm

One of Glasgow’s leading removals and storage companies has had a petition to wind up operations served on it, putting at risk nearly 20 jobs.

Tenants vacating premises precipitated Circle’s pre-pack sale

Circle Express was on the verge of becoming profitable following a major restructure when two of its business tenants announced they were moving out, making operations unsustainable according to its administrator.

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XPO flies high with Uniload Aviation deal

2026-02-19T12:11:00+00:00By Chris Tindall

XPO has been chosen by unit load devices management provider Unilode to be its global logistics partner.

Lorry driver jailed for almost five years for causing death of Cambridge pensioner

2026-02-18T12:02:00+00:00By Carol Millett

A lorry driver has been jailed for almost five years for causing a collision that killed a man on the A1 near Peterborough.

Evri launches trial of delivery robots in Barnsley

2026-02-18T10:51:00+00:00By Carol Millett

Evri has launched a three-month trial of autonomous delivery robots in Barnsley, in partnership with Delivers.AI.

CLdN buys Samskip’s UK quay-to-quay and door-to-door freight business

2026-02-18T10:14:00+00:00By Carol Millett

Multimodal logistics giant CLdN is promising to increase sailing frequencies from the UK and boost road freight services after purchasing Dutch operator Samskip’s quay-to-quay and door-to-door freight business between the Continent and UK & Ireland.

Whistl awarded third EcoVadis Gold CSR Rating

2026-02-17T16:13:00+00:00By Carol Millett

UK logistics, parcels, e-fulfilment and mail specialist Whistl has retained its Gold ranking for a third year from EcoVadis, putting it in the top 5% of all companies ranked for its environmental performance and corporate social responsibility (CSR).

Palletforce members celebrate 25th anniversary and raise over £32,000 for charity

2026-02-17T12:39:00+00:00By Carol Millett

A record-breaking Palletforce members general meeting (MGM) attracted the largest ever number of delegates to hear how the network plans to continue increasing its market share through investment, growth and continual improvement.

MC Rental inspires pupils with primary school visit

2026-02-16T17:03:00+00:00By Carol Millett

MC Rental recently visited Leigh Academy Berstead near Maidstone with one of its rental trucks to help primary school children understand how logistics supports everyday life.

DP World CEO resigns amid revelations of links to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein

2026-02-16T16:04:00+00:00By Carol Millett

AI logistics pioneer CH Robinson bullish after stock plunge

2026-02-13T19:14:00+00:00By Chris Tindall

Logistics giant CH Robinson has dismissed reports its operations had been disrupted by a small AI startup muscling in on the sector with claims about freight volumes, and said it was the disrupter.

Yusen Africa launches in Nairobi

2026-02-13T15:50:00+00:00By Chris Tindall

Yusen Logistics and Africa Global Logistics (AGL) have launched Yusen Africa, marking the start of operations in the continent’s east region.

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Opinion

We’ll need more than derisory grants to electrify our 26-tonne-plus HGV fleet

For UK operators, the decision to transition from their existing internal combustion engine (ICE) fleets to electric alternatives is shrouded in uncertainty. A good example of this is the derisory £18m grant allocated to operators who are considering the procurement of electric trucks.

Europe’s used truck market has come of age - what it means for UK hauliers

As UK hauliers face rising costs, persistent driver shortages and new CO₂-linked road charges for European operations from 2026, 2025 marked a turning point in Europe’s used truck market — offering British fleets a clearer, more strategic path to renewal

Customs changes demand urgent digital shift for freight operators

International freight businesses must urgently modernise customs systems to meet incoming UK and EU regulatory changes, including ICS2 Phase 3, France’s ELO requirements, and enhanced HMRC transparency measures, warns Derry Bros customs manager Sarah-Louise Murray.

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