All articles by Chris Tindall – Page 15
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MT ArticleArrowXL appoints new business development manager
ArrowXL has recruited Jay Chavda to be its business development manager for the south of the UK and broaden its presence in the market.
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MT ArticleAmazon’s warehouse plans will shatter UK’s limited parking network
Amazon’s £40bn plans to build new fulfilment centres will put too much strain on an already creaking HGV parking system and urgent ministerial action is now required, according to a transport insurance broker.
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MT ArticleHauliers encouraged to lobby MPs on freight crime
An online tool that calls on MPs to back a new code for freight crime and help protect lorry drivers and smash criminal gangs has been launched by the RHA.
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MT ArticleMerger of White Logistics and Bleach of Lavant aims to sow seeds of success
Horticulture transport providers White Logistics & Storage and Bleach of Lavant have merged, saying together they can give customers greater coverage and more flexibility.
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MT ArticleDelegated testing not allowed for ER operators
Earned recognition (ER) hauliers will not be allowed to perform annual tests of their own vehicles or be exempt from having their HGVs tested every 12 months, the government has confirmed.
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MT ArticleHauliers urged to review drivers’ response to driving offences amid sentencing overhaul
Careless driving sentences have been toughened up under new rules that came into effect this week with the loss of a professional driving licence now a more immediate threat, solicitors have warned.
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MT ArticleWinners announced for everywoman in Transport & Logistics awards
The industry’s most exceptional women were recognised at the everywoman in Transport & Logistics awards in London, which aims to inspire the next generation of female talent.
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MT ArticleScania acquires franchise dealer TruckEast
Scania has acquired independent dealer TruckEast, just a couple of months after purchasing Haydock Commercial Vehicles.
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MT ArticlePalletline strengthens position after strategic restructure
Palletline said it had laid the groundwork for profitable growth after disposing of three loss making businesses last year.
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MT ArticleLeeds transport firm’s problems began after depot lease not renewed
Specialist haulage firm Wood Logistics & Lifting entered administration after the landlord told it to vacate the premises and its new site was not in an ideal state to move into immediately.
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MT ArticleBristol transport firm signs up to Palletforce
Palletforce has announced a second new member in almost as many weeks after West House Transport in Bristol became the latest haulier to join the fold.
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FCZ ArticleKnowles puts another eHGV out to work
Knowles Logistics has added another electric HGV to its fleet, this time a 19-tonne Renault E-tech D18.
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MT ArticleRecord-breaking fine for repeated overloading offences
A milk distribution company has been hit with a £759,000 fine for repeated overloading offences – the largest ever levied in a DVSA prosecution.
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MT ArticleProhire lodges application to commence insolvency proceedings
Staffordshire hire and fleet management firm Prohire has taken initial steps to appoint an administrator.
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MT ArticleBS Trailer Services slashes downtime with TNS 365 call handling
Truck and trailer hire firm BS Trailer Services said it had reduced vehicle downtime for customers since switching to breakdown specialists TNS 365 to handle its out of hours call service.
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MT ArticleRevenues and profits slide at John Hackling
Turnover fell 2.7% at Cheltenham-based John Hackling (Transport) in 2024, although its directors said they were satisfied with the year’s trading.
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MT ArticleWest Yorkshire abnormal loads haulier in administration
Morley, Leeds-based transport and storage firm Wood Logistics & Lifting has become the latest company in the industry to appoint administrators.
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MT ArticleEuropa showcases career opportunities during Generation Logistics Week
Europa Worldwide Group is sponsoring Generation Logistics Week and highlighting two examples from within its workforce where the next generation of talent has been given the opportunity to shine.
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MT ArticleSummit to discuss ‘ineffective’ clandestine penalty system
A summit to discuss reform of the stowaway fine system and organised by the RHA will take place in London this October.
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MT ArticleTrial over who owns Yodel fast-tracked
A High Court case to determine who controls Yodel following its acquisition by InPost earlier this year will take place in October, according to delivery firm Shift and its CEO Jacob Corlett.