All articles by Chris Tindall – Page 8
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MT ArticleCulina Group’s Stobart accused of ‘union-busting’ tactics
Stobart, part of Culina Group, has been accused of union-busting after claims it has gradually replaced unionised drivers on its Morrisons distribution contract with agency staff.
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MT ArticleLargest crackdown on late payments in over 25 years as landmark Bill enters Parliament
Legislation forcing large companies to pay smaller businesses on time and ending excessive delays has been introduced to Parliament.
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FCZ ArticleCost-free engine cleaning tech mops up carbon
A “quick-win” engine-cleaning service that removes carbon build-up from inside combustion engines led to an average CO2 and fuel saving of 15% for a contracting firm’s fleet of tippers and vans.
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MT ArticleJohn Sutch Cranes fleet investment reaches new heights with Scania order
John Sutch Cranes has added two new high-spec Scania S 660 A6x4NA heavy haulage units following a £750,000 fleet renewal programme.
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MT ArticleM53 improvement project sparks concerns over freight delays
A three-year project to replace four ageing bridges on the M53 in Merseyside and Cheshire has raised concerns that haulage operators will endure long-term disruption and delays in the North West.
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MT ArticleHW Coates sees another year of growth
Chemical transport specialist HW Coates saw turnover and profits grow considerably last year, despite operating in a sector with “very modest economic growth”.
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MT ArticleLCV operators facing increasing legal exposure as compliance bar rises
Many companies are managing their van fleets with considerably less compliance oversight than HGV operations and are risking serious legal ramifications, transport lawyers warned.
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MT ArticleWilliam Stobart’s company swoops for two more distribution firms
William Stobart’s investment company WS Holdco has returned to the acquisition trail and snapped up Walkers Transport Holdings and Madex Logistics.
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MT ArticleYorkshire haulier closed down amid loss of contracts and soaring costs
The collapse of a family-run, East Yorkshire haulage firm was triggered by rising fuel costs and the loss of contracts resulting in more than 20 redundancies, according to its liquidator.
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MT ArticleKnowles powers up operations with robot investment
Knowles Logistics has invested in a robot to undertake co-packing work in its warehouse.
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MT ArticleKing’s Speech unveils closer ties with EU
The industry’s two main trade associations responded positively to this week’s King’s Speech, which emphasised growth through trade with Europe and addressing late payments.
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FCZ ArticleScotland’s first MAN eTGXs arrive at John G Russell
John G Russell (Transport) has become Scotland’s first customer to take delivery of MAN’s eTGX tractors.
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MT ArticleTructyre announces new MD
Elizabeth Nagel has been appointed Tructyre’s MD, joining the company from Michelin’s HQ in Clermont-Ferrand, France where she is currently manufacturing transformation officer.
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MT Article‘Solid’ results for Lenham amid challenging conditions
Lenham Storage Company increased revenues by 10% in “a solid trading year” that saw it win new business and renew several long-term contracts.
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MT ArticleVauxhall Bridge closed to hauliers from July
HGV operators will be banned from using Vauxhall Bridge in London from July while attempts are made to resolve structural problems.
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MT ArticleMT data reveals which operators are expanding or reducing their fleets
KBC Logistics, DPD and Moran Logistics saw some of the most notable fleet increases over the last week, according to Motor Transport’s fleet data.
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MT ArticleShein expands UK footprint with new West Mids warehouse
Online fashion retailer Shein has marked a significant expansion of its UK network after opening an e-commerce logistics warehouse in Cannock and creating 450 jobs.
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FCZ ArticleMOT red tape cut for e-van operators
New regulations for electric vans coming into force in June will cut regulatory burden and make the zero-emission vehicles a more attractive proposition for operators, according to the industry.
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MT ArticleRIP Roger Cullimore
The RHA has led the tributes to industry stalwart Roger Cullimore, former MD and chairman of Gloucestershire’s Cullimore Group, who has passed away.
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MT ArticleInnovation boosts engineer safety on fuel tankers
Watson Fuels and manufacturer Cobo have developed an award-winning solution to keep engineers working at height on fuel tankers safe.