All articles by Carol Millett
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MT ArticleMAN invests record €300m in service network
MAN Truck & Bus plans to invest around €300m (£259.2m) in expanding its European service network by 2030, the largest investment of its kind in MAN’s history.
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MT ArticleBucks waste haulier loses operating licence after “sustained failures” and non-attendance at inquiry
Buckinghamshire waste haulier TAAS Transport has lost its operator licence following a public inquiry which cited a litany of compliance breaches, including major maintenance failings, overloaded trucks, and breaches of drivers’ hours and tachograph regulations, amounting to a “significant” safety risk. Traffic Commissioner Sarah Bell ruled that the company’s licence ...
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MT ArticleRHA calls for higher manufacturer CO2 emission targets and more operator support as consultation closes
The freight industry has pushed back against government plans to cut CO₂ emissions from new HGVs, warning that key proposals are “impractical” without urgent investment in infrastructure and financial support.
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MT ArticleGovernment youth employment drive “a lifeline for next generation” says Logistics UK
The government’s employment drive to support young people into work, announced this week, is a lifeline for the next generation, providing funding that will enable logistics businesses to attract new talent and future proof the industry, according to Ben Fletcher, Logistics UK chief executive,
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MT ArticleRHA urges Scottish government to better support road transport sector
The RHA has published its Scottish Manifesto, Driving Scotland, setting out priorities for the next Scottish Government to support the road transport sector.
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MT ArticleEvri boosts locker network with Tesco and Motor Fuel Group partnerships
Parcel delivery firm Evri Group has launched the first wave of its owned locker network after forging two partnerships with supermarket giant Tesco and forecourt operator Motor Fuel Group (MFG).
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FCZ ArticleDawsongroup whitepaper reveals charging obstacles to EV adoption
While more than half of fleet operators say their depots are suitable for EV charging, only a little more than quarter have chargers installed on their sites, according to a whitepaper released by Dawsongroup Vans
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MT ArticleWilliam Stobart’s company WS Holdco buys EV Cargo Solutions and Distribution
William Stobart’s investment vehicle WS Holdco has acquired EV Cargo Solutions and Distribution, the transportation and contract logistics division of EV Cargo, in a move aimed at boosting operational efficiencies, cross-selling opportunities and organic growth.
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FCZ ArticleMotus and Ford & Slater open depot charging to fleets through Paua Share
DAF dealers Motus and Ford & Slater are partnering with charging network specialist Paua to deliver 16 new shared depot charging locations for electric trucks across the UK.
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MT ArticleXPO forges long term logistics partnership with Boots
XPO Logistics has signed a long term logistics partnership with high street retailer Boots with a brief to support the integration of its supply chain, leverage new technologies to boost customer visibility, and drive sustainable efficiencies.
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MT Article£18bn twelve-year backlog of pothole repairs, despite extra funding, ALARM survey reveals
Local authorities in England and Wales now face a record £18.62bn backlog of carriageway repairs that would take 12 years to clear, despite an increase in funding, according to this year’s Annual Local Authority Road Maintenance (ALARM) survey.
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Chinese OEM Windrose debuts new electric truck at Port of Tilbury charging hub
A new electric truck from Chinese OEM Windrose has made its UK debut by taking its first charge in the UK at Fleete’s ultra-rapid charging hub at the Port of Tilbury.
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FCZ ArticlePepsiCo invests £3.6m installing solar panels on Leicester distribution hub
Global food and beverage corporation PepsiCo is installing solar panels across 30,000 square metres of roof space at its Southern Region Distribution Centre in Leicester.
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MT ArticleAIT Home Delivery wins dream contract with mattress manufacturer Tempur
Two-person final-mile delivery firm AIT Home Delivery has seen off competitors to win a delivery contract with mattress manufacturer Tempur.
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MT ArticleTake urgent action on fuel duty to protect UK haulage, APN tells government
The Chancellor must reduce fuel duty immediately to protect essential services to the UK economy, the Association of Pallet Networks (APN) said this week.
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MT ArticleChinese e-commerce giant JD.Com challenges Amazon with UK launch of Joybuy
Chinese retail and e-commerce giant JD.Com is throwing down the gauntlet to the likes of Amazon and Argos in the UK with the launch of Joybuy, its online retail platform.
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MT ArticlePrimeline Group crunches ten-year deal with Tayto Snacks
Primeline Group has signed a multi-million euro warehousing and distribution agreement with Tayto Snacks, building on a long-standing partnership between the two companies.
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MT ArticleGXO enters alliance with Amentum, Accenture and Maersk to bolster UK defence sector
GXO has joined forces with Amentum, Accenture and Maersk to support the UK defence sector.
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MT ArticleMarlborough Highways takes delivery of four red Econ Engineering gritters
Econ Engineering has delivered a fleet of four red gritters to Marlborough Highways, as the company enters its first full winter season under its new brand identity.
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MT ArticleHauliers face “catastrophe” as HGV driver shortage escalates, training provider Insite warns
Major UK logistics training partner Insite is warning of a looming catastrophe for UK businesses as a growing HGV driver shortage emerges following the loss of crucial driver training funding.