All articles by Carol Millett – Page 10
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MT ArticleScania sales revenue falls amid "challenging” year of geopolitical and currency headwinds
A “challenging” year saw Scania’s sales revenue tumble by 8%, the manufacturer announced today in its annual report for 2025.
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MT ArticleWaterland Private Equity acquires majority stake in Palletways with plans to drive European growth
Dutch private equity firm Waterland has acquired a majority stake in Palletways for an undisclosed sum, in a move aimed at driving the network’s next phase of European expansion.
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MT ArticleGrays Transport (Derbyshire) fights for future after loss of major contracts
Ripley-based family firm Grays Transport (Derbyshire), which specialises in furniture delivery, has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators, following the loss of major contracts due to key customers falling into administration.
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MT ArticleLogistics developer VGP expands UK presence with Sheffield site
European logistics property developer VGP is strengthening its presence with the launch of a second UK site.
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MT ArticleFood retailers seeking smarter customs solutions to avoid UK-Ireland cross-border delays, Derry Bros claims
Food retailers are turning to managed customs solutions backed by smart automation to overcome the growing complexities of transporting goods, especially perishable produce, between the UK and Ireland, according to Derry Bros, which offers managed booking, customs and consultancy services.
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MT ArticleMeasure Your Middle: Chippenham Pit Stop urges HGV drivers to take two minute health check
Chippenham Pit Stop is encouraging truck drivers to measure their waists and use a simple NHS-approved tool to understand their health risks better.
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MT ArticleDearth of DVSA examiners in Solent region exacerbating HGV driver shortage, MTAG warns MPs
The Maritime and Transport Action Group (MTAG) has written to MPs warning of the severe shortage of DVSA examners and the resulting decline in HGV testing capacity across the Southampton and Portsmouth region.
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MT ArticleA Davies Transport invests in 15 Volvo FH Aeros for nationwide pallet operations
West Yorkshire family firm A Davies Transport has taken delivery of 15 new Volvo FH Aeros, which are replacing similar models from a different brand.
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FCZ ArticleCountdown to SMMT Electrified 2026 kicks off
The countdown has started for this year’s SMMT Electrified, which is being held at the QEII Centre in London on 12 March.
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MT ArticleHome delivery costs customers’ time and retailers’ money, InPost research reveals
Consumer trust in home delivery is eroding thanks to an unreliable service, which is creating “parcel anxiety” among customers, as well as wasting hours of their time, according to a report by locker giant InPost.
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MT ArticleMaritime Transport officially opens Northampton Strategic Rail Freight Interchange
Maritime Transport has officially opened its Strategic Rail Freight Interchange (SRFI) at Segro Logistics Park Northampton.
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MT ArticleCo-op appoints Andy Wilmot as group supply chain and logistics director
Former AF Blakemore & Son director Andy Wilmot has taken on the role of Co-op UK group supply chain and logistics director, succeeding Derek Furnival, who will leave the retailer in June after 30 years of service.
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MT ArticleXPO extends contract with Joseph Joseph to include global forwarding from China
XPO Logistics has extended its contract with Joseph Joseph to oversee the kitchenware product supplier’s global forwarding from China to XPO’s warehouse in Rugby, Warwickshire.
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MT ArticleFreeze fuel duty until 2029 in light of escalating Middle East crisis, industry bodies tells Chancellor
Chancellor Rachel Reeves must keep fuel duty frozen for the duration of this Parliament, in the light of the escalating Middle East crisis, lobby group FairFuelUK said this week, adding that the move should be announced in the upcoming Spring Budget.
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MT ArticleGeopost’s global surge overshadows UK parcel slowdown
Geopost defied challenging economic headwinds in 2025 to deliver steady sales and a 5% increase in global parcel deliveries, with over 2.2 billion parcels handled worldwide during the year, according to its latest annual results.
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FCZ ArticleMicroVolt announces UK launch of micro-electric vehicle range for urban deliveries
MicroVolt has launched a five vehicle portfolio into the UK market, targeting parcel operators, local authorities and other companies requiring low carbon last mile deliveries.
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MT ArticleCILT (UK) unveils “remarkable” young industry leaders list for 2026
Now in its fourth year with a record number of submissions, The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (UK) has announced its ‘35 Under 35’ list for 2026.
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MT ArticleWJ Bennett & Son calls in administrators
Hampshire-based family haulage firm WJ Bennet & Son has fallen into administration.
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