Latest fleet news – Page 56
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MT ArticleLogistics UK rolls out 2025 transport manager conference series
Logistics UK is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its transport manager conference series and it has announced the venues and agenda for its latest programme of events.
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MT ArticleProhire’s administration came despite cash injections from investor
The private equity house that held a majority stake in Prohire told Motor Transport it had injected financial support into the fleet hire firm in the months leading up to its collapse last week.
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MT ArticleOwens dusts itself down and looks to the future after cyber assault
Owens Group acknowledged that a cyberattack on its business “massively disrupted operations” that, along with a major warehouse fire, led to a pre-tax loss of £3.2m last year.
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MT ArticleGXO delivers top 10 placing for best apprenticeship employers
GXO has been recognised as one of the top 10 apprenticeship employers in the country in the department for education’s (DfE) 2025 rankings.
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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 ArticleTaking collective responsibility for bridge strikes and road safety
Bridge strikes may bring attention to safety issues, but they are just one aspect of a complex question. With telematics specialist Microlise, Motor Transport brought together an expert panel to share their insights.
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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 ArticleAI now essential for hauliers to survive
It made for unpleasant – but sadly not surprising – reading recently when one of the East Midlands’ most established haulage firms, B Taylor & Sons Transport, signalled financial distress after over 50 years of proud service to our industry. The Huthwaite-based company, which offers warehousing, overseas ...
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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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Time to make a SHIFT on driver health
Image: Shutterstock Loughborough University and Leicester Diabetes Centre (LDC) have developed a seven-hour Driver CPC module designed to improve the health and well-being of the UK’s HGV and other professional drivers. The Structured Health Intervention for Truckers (soon to be renamed Transport) or SHIFT is the result ...
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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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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 ArticleFleet operators brace for fuel shortage following Prax Group collapse
Fleet operators are bracing for fuel shortages, following the collapse of major fuel supplier Prax Group.