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All articles by Chris Tindall.
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MT ArticleDrivers targeted by gangs to transport clandestines across borders
Lorry drivers are being actively recruited by criminal gangs to smuggle migrants in and out of the UK and risking prison sentences, according to law enforcers.
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MT ArticleLorry driver banned after shocking police for being seven times the drug drive limit
An HGV driver has been disqualified for 17 months after he was found to be more than seven times over the drug drive limit.
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FCZ ArticleRingway first to try Volvo’s FM Low Entry
Highways maintenance firm Ringway has become Volvo Truck’s first UK customer to take delivery of its electric FM Low Entry model, purpose-built for city operations.
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MT ArticleKnowles attains gold standard for food safety and quality in warehousing and distribution
Knowles Logistics has achieved BRCGSAA accreditation across all four of its UK sites, strengthening its capability to handle products across some of the most regulated sectors, including food and retail.
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MT ArticlePalletways expands European network
Palletways has expanded its operations into Slovenia and Croatia, giving customers enhanced access to Central and South Eastern Europe and extending the reach of both premium and economy services.
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MT ArticleLogistics on the agenda at Labour conference session
The RHA met with MPs this week at a Labour Party conference fringe event to discuss the vital role of logistics in delivering economic growth.
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MT ArticleRecord-breaking results at Driver Hire despite market challenges
Recruitment agency Driver Hire said it had experienced the highest ever weekly turnover in its 40-plus year history with its franchised offices 10% up on the same week last year.
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MT ArticleFrom 0 to 60: Neill & Brown’s CEO toasts a life in logistics
It’s not the years it’s the mileage, but for Neill & Brown Global Logistics’ CEO he’s happily parking that famous movie quote to celebrate 60 years at the East Yorkshire haulage firm.
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FCZ ArticlePalletline partnership aims to deliver carbon neutrality
Palletline is stepping up its sustainability efforts after partnering with carbon management experts Auditel.
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MT ArticleHaulier’s death to be investigated in fatal accident inquiry
An inquiry into the death of a haulier at his operating centre in Scotland is due to commence later this year.
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MT ArticleXPO hits top 10 for attracting and nurturing diverse talent
XPO Logistics has been recognised as one of the most sought-after employers by graduates looking for equality, diversity and inclusion.
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MT ArticleCV traffic helps boost M6 toll income
A focus on HGV and vans helped increase revenues on the M6 toll last year despite overall traffic decreasing, new figures revealed.
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MT ArticlePolice come after M54 rubberneckers
Police in Staffordshire said they would be contacting over 100 drivers – including 20 HGV drivers – seen taking photos of the scene of a lorry crash on the motorway this week.
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MT ArticlePressure mounts on collapsed haulier after staff demand payment
The former boss of a Norfolk haulage firm that collapsed last year said it hadn’t yet entered insolvency proceedings because he had struggled to raise the funds to pay for it.
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MT ArticleProlog sees merit in providing beauty fulfilment service
Prolog Fulfilment has been chosen by minimalist beauty brand Merit Beauty to manage its distribution of UK direct to consumer (DTC) orders.
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MT ArticleUnion comes out fighting against FedEx closure plans
Plans by FedEx to close down its warehouses in Staffordshire and Kent could result in hundreds of job losses, according to union Unite – and it said it would be fighting to keep them open.
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MT ArticleAppetite remains for business deals in logistics
Despite challenging economic conditions business acquisitions in logistics remain stable, with 18 deals completed in the first three months of the year, latest figures showed.
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MT ArticleCharity cheques presented by RHA at CV Show
The RHA presented significant donations to two of its charity partners at the CV Show at the Birmingham NEC this week.
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MT ArticleShrewsbury haulier’s administrator describes financial descent
International haulage firm Joyce European Logistics was “greatly affected” by Brexit before being hit with twin body blows from Covid and the driver shortage, which precipitated its slide into administration.
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FCZ ArticleScania buys Northvolt’s battery businesss
Scania said it had agreed to buy bankrupt Northvolt’s battery division and it would be a partner to the truck maker’s business unit Power Solutions.