All articles by Carol Millett – Page 4
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MT ArticleTransport and storage firms least likely to raise prices in September, ONS figures show
Just 9.7% of businesses in the transport and storage sector expect to increase the prices of their goods or services in September, according to the latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) Business Insights and Conditions Survey.
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MT ArticleLogistics sector welcomes Prime Minister’s blueprint for economic growth
Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s first speech to Parliament, in which he pledged to reset Britain’s ailing economy and create a “pro-business culture”, has been welcomed by Logistics UK this week.
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MT ArticleMovianto warehouse workers set to strike over “poverty” pay deal
The distribution of hospital and pharmacy supplies in southern England is facing disruption as Movianto warehouse workers prepare to strike after rejecting a “poverty” pay deal and slamming the company for its “greed”.
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MT ArticleDX Group appoints Karl Hodgkinson as new strategic growth director
DX has boosted its executive leadership team with the appointment of former Howard Tenens director Karl Hodgkinson, who will take on the role of DX’s director of strategic growth – new propositions and integrated solutions.
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MT ArticleDriver health in focus as 2026 campaign gets under way
The wellbeing of professional drivers is in the spotlight this week as Driver Health Week 2026 kicks off today (1 September).
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MT ArticleFemale HGV driver: ‘Just 1% of us are women’
Women account for around 1% of HGV drivers in the UK, according to figures cited by Driver Hire Training, with female drivers continuing to be underrepresented across the logistics sector.
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MT ArticleHutchinson Transport wins second distribution deal with Univar
Hutchinson Transport has landed another UK distribution contract with Univar Solutions after impressing the chemicals distributor with its performance on an existing agreement.
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MT ArticleAutonomous vehicles could have higher energy demands, new research shows
Operators planning to replace drivers with autonomous vehicles (AV) may want to put their plans on hold as new research shows AVs may use much more energy than conventional electric vehicles.
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MT ArticleXPO sees pre-tax profit plummet in 2025 despite revenue surge
XPO Transport Solutions UK saw revenues surge in 2025 but pre-tax profit sank significantly as ongoing inflationary cost pressures and a fall in the profits of subsidiary XPO Bulk UK took their toll.
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MT ArticlePre-tax profit plunges at Abbey as it focuses on higher margin work
Abbey Logistics Group saw pre-tax profit tumble by 70% in 2025 but boosted its gross margins and net assets following a strategic decision to focus on higher margin work.
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MT ArticleCost-cutting drive narrows pre-tax loss at Edwin C Farrall Transport
Despite boosting operating profit by over two-thirds, thanks to cost-cutting measures, Edwin C Farrall Transport remained in the red in 2025, as it continued to battle higher finance costs and volatile volumes.
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MT ArticleKB Event boosts fleet with 60 bespoke Krone Dry Liners
Event logistics specialist KB Event has taken delivery of 60 new Krone Dry Liner box trailers for use across its UK and European operations.
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MT ArticleNorway customs shake-up threatens border delays for UK hauliers
Hauliers transporting goods to Norway are being warned about the potential for serious delays at the border when new customs clearance rules are rolled out next month.
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FCZ ArticleMore fleets turning to suppliers to support van electrification
More fleets are turning to their suppliers for support with electrifying their van operations, according to new research.
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MT ArticleFrom shape-shifting lorries to AI: Eleven innovators set to transform UK freight
Eleven UK-based SMEs offering solutions to freight and logistics challenges have been shortlisted to develop their innovative systems through the Freight Innovation Fund accelerator.
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MT ArticlePrestons of Potto returns to profit after strong year
Prestons of Potto returned to profit in 2025 despite a small fall in turnover, with the North Yorkshire-based haulier reporting an improved financial performance and continued investment in its fleet.
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MT ArticleProlog appoints senior business development manager
Prolog Fulfilment has appointed Helen Firth as senior business development manager to help drive growth at the business.
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MT ArticleCoach House chooses Microlise to help drive growth
Transport technology provider Microlise has been selected by furniture and home accessories business Coach House to modernise its transport operation and create a more efficient, scalable platform for growth.
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MT ArticleGovernment plans for new homes need quality roads to connect them, says RHA
The government must invest in the UK’s roads if it is to successfully deliver its plans to build thousands of new homes across the country, the RHA warned this week.
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MT ArticleCollaborate to navigate new EU trailer rules, AEM tells manufacturers
Closer collaboration between trailer manufacturers and technology partners will be key to navigating the new EU emissions rules now on the horizon, according to British electric motor manufacturer Advanced Electric Machines (AEM), which is working with OEMs to bring rare earth-free motor technology into the next generation of trailer design.