Evri played host to the CBI’s interim director general this week at its Barnsley ‘super hub’.
Along with other members of his team, Matthew Fell was shown the scale of the operation at the parcel firm’s premises and he discussed the jobs that had been created, as well as learning about the sustainability initiatives the company is running as part of its commitment to net zero by 2035.
A pilot programme involving haulier AF Blakemore and tech firm Digital Catapult, which used cutting edge route planning technology, has succeeded in slashing CO2 emissions by upto 30% and reducing transport costs by almost 40%.
Logistics and e-fulfilment provider Whistl has secured two properties in South Tyneside to support its growing operations.
Delivery specialist DX Group has purchased Northern Ireland family firm Express Freight for an undisclosed sum, as part of the group’s wider acquisition drive.
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