Industry news – Page 4
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MT ArticleUK firms increasingly concerned over NIC and Living Wage hikes, GPA survey reveals
The number of SMEs looking at laying-off staff due to planned rises to NIC contributions and the National Living Wage has risen by 8% since the changes were first announced in October’s Autumn Budget, according to a survey from The Global Payroll Association (GPA).
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MT ArticleFleetcheck promotes HVO as key transition fuel as EV sales stutter
Hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) could be the key environmentally positive fuel for fleets as electric van and truck sales continue to almost flatline, FleetCheck has argued this week.
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MT ArticleCILT reveals 35 Under 35 list of “remarkable” young logistics professionals for 2025
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT (UK)) has announced its 35 Under 35 list for 2025.
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MT ArticleTructyre boosts safety and quality credentials
Tyre specialist Tructyre has bolstered its safety and quality credentials after gaining recertification of ISOs 9001, 45001 and 14001, which cover health and safety, quality in customer satisfaction and environmental management.
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MT ArticleBillions to be unlocked if logistics ‘key partner’ in government growth plan
The logistics industry has set out its stall to make the sector a cornerstone of the government’s plan for growth over the next decade, pointing out that £8bn could be unlocked in productivity.
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MT ArticleHigh quality warehousing on Staffs former power station
Industrial developer Indurent has completed the first phase of its 1.05m sq ft regeneration of a former power station in Staffordshire, providing an initial 119,000 sq ft of logistics space.
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MT ArticleNew training app aimed at getting more drivers behind the wheel
Training specialist HGVC has launched an app for learner drivers to help them track their training progress.
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MT ArticleIndurent completes major spec development near Burton-on-Trent
Industrial and logistics space developer Indurent has completed a 392,000 sq ft speculative development across five warehouses at Indurent Park Burton.
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MT ArticleKögel launches drive into Ireland and UK in partnership with Horizon Trailers
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MT ArticleLogistics UK poaches new head of road freight from House of Commons
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MT ArticleInquiry into death of lorry driver to commence
A fatal accident inquiry (FAI) into the death of an HGV driver on the A74(M) in Scotland has been confirmed.
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MT ArticleUK roads in top 10 for most hazardous
The UK has the eighth highest yearly fatal HGV collision rate in Europe, according to research conducted by SNAP.
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MT ArticleGB-NI red tape still causing major problems for hauliers
The RHA is urging the government to resolve customs arrangement issues between GB and Northern Ireland that are continuing to create major financial burdens for many firms.
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MT ArticleNikola files for bankruptcy as hydrogen and electric truck sales stall
US truck maker Nikola Corporation has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
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MT ArticleKrone second trailer manufacturer to sign up to Webfleet telematics programme
Webfleet is collaborating with trailer maker Krone to offer integrated telematics via its OEM.connect programme.
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MT ArticleDeveloper kicks off final phase of warehouse building in Derby
Logistics space operator Indurent has begun development of a unit at its industrial park in Derby, a 43,000sq ft Grade A office space.
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MT ArticleUrban trawl: research finds best cities for truck drivers
Few hauliers relish the thought of manoeuvring through its streets or coughing up for its various zone charges, but a new study has found London is the best city to work as an HGV driver.