All articles by Carol Millett – Page 2
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FCZ ArticleZero-emission HGV mandate would cut freight costs and curb inflation, new research shows
Government plans to accelerate the transition to zero-emission HGVs would cut freight costs and shield the UK economy from volatile diesel prices, according to new analysis by the Green Alliance.
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MT ArticleLaw Distribution sees profit rocket after ditching “unviable” contracts and winning new deals
Family-owned storage and distribution company Law Distribution saw both profit and turnover surge in 2025, following a major overhaul of the company’s business.
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MT ArticleWelsh haulier prepares to call in administrators after 54 years in business
Third generation family-run haulier Sunhill Transport has filed a Notice of Intention (NOI) to appoint an administrator, 54 years after the company was founded.
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MT ArticleIran conflict drives surge in transport claims
New data from major trade credit insurer Atradius has revealed a sharp rise in claims in the transport sector for unpaid and late invoices.
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MT ArticleOver 40 jobs lost as “operational and financial challenges” take down Northampton haulier
“Operational and financial challenges” forced Northamptonshire haulier Instant Despatch Services (IDS) to close its doors after 25 years of trading, resulting in the loss of 42 jobs, administrators revealed this week.
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FCZ ArticleUK Power Networks clearing path for eHGVs
Electricity distribution network operator UK Power Networks is collaborating with logistics firms Maritime Transport and Voltloader to better forecast where electric HGV charging demand will grow and to speed up the delivery of network connections.
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MT ArticleLoop Logistics calls in the administrators
Northamptonshire logistics firm Instant Despatch Services (IDS), which trades as Loop Logistics, has joined an increasing number of hauliers falling into administration this year.
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MT ArticleAccident at Dungeness Power Station lands XPO in court
XPO Transport Solutions UK has appeared in court today (12 May) after a worker was seriously injured by a vending machine at Dungeness B Power Station.
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MT ArticleEverywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards 2026 finalists revealed
The Everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards has unveiled its list of finalists for 2026, revealing a host of industry talent across the sector.
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MT ArticleLorry driver denied voluntary redundancy awarded £24,656 in compensation
Waste recycling firm N-Virocycle has been ordered to pay a lorry driver £24,656 after he was forced to resign when the company rejected his offers to take voluntary redundancy rather than be relocated from the firm’s Banbury site, which was closing, to a new hub that was a much longer ...
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MT ArticleRHA calls on hauliers to help pressure Chancellor to deliver fuel duty rebate
The RHA is calling on transport operators to help strengthen the case for fuel duty relief, as increased costs put firms and jobs at risk.
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MT ArticleM&S acquires ASOS hub for £67.5m in drive to double online sales
Marks and Spencers has acquired a major distribution warehouse in Lichfield, Staffordshire, as part of a wider strategy to transform its supply chain and double online sales of its fashion, home and beauty business.
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MT ArticleNew era for Vantec as Sunderland-based 3pl becomes Logisteed UK
Vantec Euope, Nissan’s primary third-party logistics provider in the UK, has rebranded as Logisteed UK.
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MT ArticleFox Group buys concrete supplier Moore Readymix and surfacing specialist DSD Construction
Construction materials distributor Fox Group is ramping up its acquisition campaign with the purchase of concrete supplier Moore Readymix and surfacing specialist DSD Construction.
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MT ArticleHarris Group restructures management team as part of major growth drive
Harris Group is undergoing a management shake-up with chief executive Denise Harris (pictured left) taking on the role of executive chairperson, while group MD Brian Patterson (right) will become the group’s new CEO.
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MT ArticleWillmotts Transport launches Chippenham depot
Warehousing and distribution specialist Willmotts Transport has opened a new 65,000 sq ft warehouse and operating depot in Chippenham - its eight warehouse to open in the South West region.
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MT ArticleBrian Yeardley Continental sees turnover leap in first full year after MBO
Brian Yeardley Continental returned to growth in 2025 thanks to its post-management buyout strategy of investing in people, equipment and sales activity, delivering gains across both its general cargo and live events operations.
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FCZ ArticleScania and Unicon roll out fully electric concrete mixer with ten more on order
Scania and ready-mix concrete manufacturer Unicon have jointly deployed a fully electric concrete mixer in real-world operations, marking a step forward in the decarbonisation of construction logistics.
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MT ArticleFraikin renews 333 vehicle fleet management deal with NHS Blood and Transplant division
Fraikin and NHS Blood and Transplant have strengthened their decades‑long partnership with a renewed fleet management agreement.
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MT ArticleGraduate’s rapid rise highlights logistics industry opportunities, says Generation Logistics
The logistics sector is offering strong earning potential and rapid career progression for new entrants, according to Generation Logistics, which is showcasing success stories to attract fresh talent into the industry.