All articles by Carol Millett – Page 69
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MT ArticleCommercial vehicle production bounces back in September, latest SMMT research reveals
Commercial vehicle (CV) manufacturing output grew by more than a quarter in September with 14,643 vans, buses, trucks, coaches and taxis rolling off the production lines of UK factories, according to the latest research from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders.
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MT ArticleAlmost half of lorry drivers unhappy with quality of HGV truckstops in UK, survey reveals
Nearly half of lorry drivers are dissatisfied with the quality and number of HGV truck stops, according to a new survey from independent watchdog, Transport Focus.
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MT ArticleAbbey Logistics buys Gussion Transport UK and Widnes Tank Container Services
Abbey Logistics Group has acquired Widnes-based Gussion Transport UK and Widnes Tank Container Services for an undisclosed sum, as part of a wider strategy to expand its presence in key logistics hubs across the UK.
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MT ArticleLack of government support for supply chain highlights need for logistics minister, says UKWA
The Labour government’s budget and its lack of support for the country’s supply chain proves the need for a logistics minister, the UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) argued this week.
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MT ArticleNational Lorry Week 2024 launches at Stroud Brewery
RHA chair Moreton Cullimore has launched National Lorry Week 2024 today (4 November) at Stroud Brewery.
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MAN Financial Services UK joins Traton Financial Services in drive to deliver green financing
MAN Financial Services UK has joined Traton Financial Services in a move aimed at offering customers more agile, bespoke and future-ready services, as its customers continue to transition to electric vehicles.
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MT ArticleBiffa acquires Keenan Recycling to boost food waste collections
Waste management specialist Biffa has acquired food waste collection firm Keenan Recycling to bolster its food waste collection services.
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MT ArticleSmartHub Logistics moves to appoint administrators
Construction logistics consolidation specialist SmartHub Logistics has given notice of its intention to appoint an administrator.
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MT ArticleTIP Group acquires Trailer Auto Group to meet growing UK demand for refurbishment services
Truck and trailer equipment services provider TIP Group has acquired Stoke-on-Trent-based trailer refurbishment firm Trailer Auto Group (TAG) for an undisclosed sum.
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MT ArticleYodel seals final mile delivery deal with parcel locker firm InPost
Independent parcel carrier Yodel has partnered with parcel locker network InPost to provide final mile delivery services.
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MT ArticleDriver CPC changes given green light by Parliament
Changes to the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (DCPC), which were given Parliamentary approval this week, have been hailed by Logistics UK as a move which will improve road safety in the UK.
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MT ArticleSurge in demand sees Kammac expand e-commerce fulfilment team
Kammac, a leading third-party logistics provider, has expanded its e-commerce fulfilment team due to a ”significant” influx of customers, the company revealed this week.
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MT ArticleVINCI Construction to acquire FM Conway
French construction giant VINCI has announced an agreement to buy infrastructure services company FM Conway for an undisclosed sum, in a move aimed at strengthening its position in the UK market.
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MT ArticleParcel volumes almost double in 2023 but delivery issues persist, latest Ofcom report reveals
Total parcel volumes increased by 8.3% to 3.9bn items in 2023-24, compared with a 4.8% dip in 2022-23, marking a recovery for the sector, following two years of post-pandemic falls.
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MT ArticleWhistl invests £6m to expand fulfilment operations at Lutterworth site
Parcels, mail and e-fulfillment specialist Whistl is set to expand its fulfillment capability through a £6m investment in its Lutterworth site.
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MT ArticleArrowXL appoints new business development executive
Two-person home delivery specialist ArrowXL has promoted Jack Cannon to the role of business development executive, as part of the company’s ‘grow your own talent’ initiative.
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MT ArticleLTS Global Solutions marks 25th anniversary with two new commemorative trucks and major investment drive
Coleshill-based logistics, transport and shipping specialist LTS Global Solutions is celebrating its 25th anniversary with two new commemorative vehicles.
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MT ArticleMenai Suspension Bridge to reopen with 7.5-tonne weight limit increased to 40 tonnes
The Menai Bridge will be fully reopened on Saturday 2 November until February next year, following works which saw a lane closure, temporary traffic signals and a 7.5-tonne weight restriction imposed.
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MT ArticleLabour MP Ruth Cadbury appointed chair of new House of Commons Transport Committe
Labour MP Ruth Cadbury has been appointed as the chair of the newly elected Transport Committee.
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MT ArticleC&D South West celebrates daughter following in father’s footsteps to become HGV driver
Holly Smith is following in her father Shane’s footsteps and joining Somerset-based C & D South West as an HGV driver.