All articles by Chris Tindall – Page 17
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Loss-making contract prompted Place to Place’s collapse
Go Plant sold to Sweeptech Source: Shutterstock 17/5/24
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Decision needed on Lower Thames Crossing
The RHA has urged the government to make a decision on the Lower Thames Crossing after it was delayed due to the general election.
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Family firm Roy Braidwood takes on its first Renault tippers
Roy Braidwood & Sons Transport in Manchester has taken delivery of its first two Renault C440 8x4s with sleeper cabs.
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Labour Party’s manifesto promises action on planning, potholes and ports
Commitments by the Labour party to reform planning, prioritise potholes and overhaul the apprenticeship levy should it be elected to government have been welcomed by the industry’s two main trade associations.
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HGV drivers taught critical roadside first aid skills in online course
An online training course giving HGV drivers crucial skills to provide support at the scene of accidents is aiming to help save the lives of thousands of motorists.
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North East haulier Rapid Response in administration
Middlesbrough’s largest courier and storage company, Rapid Response Transport UK, is in administration.
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Applicants invited for IoT and telematics competition
A global competition to recognise and showcase the most innovative fleet and ‘internet of things’ (IoT) projects has been launched.
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Study into lack of hydrogen refuelling stations launched
Costain is leading a study looking at how hydrogen refuelling stations can be integrated into the UK’s gas network in anticipation of the increased demand for zero-emission vehicles.
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Investment in net zero solutions fuels Novuna performance
Leasing company Novuna Vehicle Solutions said it helped group business Mitsubishi HC Capital UK deliver a pre-tax profit of £126m after heavy investment in its end-to-end decarbonisation solutions.
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Joseph Parr builds on environmental credentials with FM Electric delivery
What is believed to be the first Volvo FM Electric working for a builders’ merchant has been delivered to Joseph Parr (Alco) in Bradford.
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Wincanton showcases magnetic propulsion technology
Wincanton is relying on magnetic propulsion technology at its W² Innovation Centre in Northamptonshire to help it move towards net zero operations.
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Training course launched to help hauliers avoid carrying stowaways
Training provider Fleet Source has developed a course for haulage operators and drivers to avoid crippling fines for carrying stowaways in their vehicles.
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Political party leaders pressed to reveal plans for logistics
The leaders of the three main political parties have been urged to address roadside facilities, haulage skills investment and better collaboration with the sector, by the RHA.
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Kinaxia responds to changing market with on-demand warehousing service
Kinaxia has launched a flexible storage initiative for customers requiring warehouse solutions quickly without the constraints of a long-term contract.
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Amazon investigating doorstep theft claim caught on camera
Parcel delivery giant Amazon said it was investigating an incident in which a doorbell camera appeared to capture the moment a courier dropped off a parcel and then take a package left by a postman earlier that day.
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Cartwright Bros reduces the stress with home sauna solution
Cartwright Bros is helping homes enjoy saunas after providing a truck-mounted forklift service for Finnish spa specialist Finnmark Sauna.
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Verdict reached: Law loves DAF Electric
Family-run Law Distribution said its new DAF LF Electric has exceeded expectations after the Haydock firm initially delayed introducing the new technology into its fleet.
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From rugby player to pallets: former fullback joins IPP
Pallet pooler IPP has recruited a former professional rugby player to be a senior leader and bring stability as well as help grow the business.
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Work on £12m Wolverhampton warehouse to commence this month
The green light has been given to construction of a 100,000 sq ft distribution warehouse on an industrial estate close to the M54.