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MT ArticleExclusive video: Mercedes-Benz talks Urban eTruck
This Urban eTruck might look like it belongs in a science fiction film, but not so according to Mercedes-Benz UK Truck MD Mike Belk. In this exclusive short interview Belk tells Commercial Motor editor Will Shiers that the future is closer than we think. He also reveals what’s likely to ...
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DfT seeking to remove regulatory barriers holding back alternative-fuelled HGV uptake
The DfT wants to remove the payload disadvantage facing operators using alternatively-fuelled lorries on UK roads by increasing their maximum authorised weight by up to one tonne.An update to an EU weights and dimensions directive coming into force in May 2017 means operators undertaking international journeys will automatically receive this ...
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Drivers at Arla Foods' closed Hatfield Peverel site opted for redundancy
Twenty four Arla Foods drivers took redundancy after the firm’s decision to close its Hatfield Peverel dairy processing plant in July rather than transfer to a new employer, Motortransport.co.uk has learnt.The 24 drivers, along with seven logistics staff, were set to be transferred to PCL 24/7. The firm is owned ...
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Strike action at Menzies Distribution put on hold
Imminent strike action at Menzies Distribution has been suspended after the company made an improved pay offer, Unite said today.Members of the union were to hold two 24-hour strikes on the 23 and 26 September over what it has described as a “pitiful” pay offer.According to the union the dispute ...
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Compliance costs set to rise regardless of Brexit, warns Chemical Business Association
The cost of regulatory compliance for operators that specialise in chemical distribution will continue to rise, as Brexit will not be able to offer any significant regulation changes in the sector, according to the Chemical Business Association (CBA).A survey of CBA members found that almost four-fifths (79%) did not expect ...
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Lib Dems: local authorities "need greater powers" to tackle congestion and air quality
The Liberal Democrats want to see local councils given greater powers to create ultra-low-emission zones (ULEZ) and to deal with traffic offences in an effort to improve air quality and congestion.In a future transport-motion approved at this week’s party conference in Brighton, the Lib Dem’s said that current levels of ...
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Gist expands Young's Seafood contract
Gist has expanded its contract with Young’s Seafood with additional volumes out of its sites in Grimsby and Fraserburgh.The two parties have worked together for 30 years and Young’s Seafood chief supply chain and procurement officer Stuart Caborn said that Gist’s approach “makes them an ideal partner in our virtual ...
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DX Group experiences second-half comeback in tough trading year
DX Group delivered an improved performance in the second half of its trading year, but this wasn't enough to offset the damage done earlier on, the operator said today.In the company’s preliminary results for the year ended 30 June 2016, DX Group CEO Petar Cvetkovic described a “challenging year”, which ...
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Freight in the City Expo brings you the latest HGV safety products for urban fleets
Fleet safety will be one of the main themes in this year’s Freight in the City Exhibitor Zone.As urban populations expand, ensuring the limited road space in UK cities is shared safely between all users is a priority for local authorities and freight operators alike.This year’s show will feature a ...
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Clipper Logistics seals ten-year deal with John Lewis
Clipper Logistics has signed a ten year deal with The John Lewis Partnership to provide retail support services from Clipper’s new DC in Northampton.This latest contract comes just weeks after the Leeds-based company signed an extended store returns deal with M&S.Clipper clients include Harvey Nichols, ASOS, Asda, Supergroup, Morrisons, New ...
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Greater Manchester freight forum boosts collaboration between operators and public sector
Transport for Greater Manchester’s (TfGM) freight forum officially opened for business last week, drawing together public and private sector stakeholders to address the region’s logistics challenges.Interim mayor Tony Lloyd said it was important to find a balance between making the city a more liveable place for a population likely to ...
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MT ArticleSuttons Group in biofuel market win with Vivergo
Suttons Group has strengthened its presence in the UK biofuels logistics market after winning a major deal with bioethanol producer Vivergo.The deal, for an undisclosed sum and contract term, follows Suttons’ decision earlier this year to quit its long term logistics contract with British Sugar to focus on the hazardous ...
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MT ArticleDawsongroup CEO Mike Williams steps down; Steve Miller replaces him
Dawsongroup CEO Mike Williams is leaving the company due to ill health.Williams, who joined the truck, trailer rental business 40 years ago, will be replaced by group MD Steve Miller (pictured). Miller will assume the CEO role.Group chairman, Peter Dawson, paid tribute to Williams’ “energy, commitment and commercial ability,” and ...
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London Lorry Control Scheme to be reviewed
A full scale review of the London Lorry Control Scheme (LLCS) will start shortly, with a possible overhaul of the timings and the vehicles that are currently exempt.More than 30 years after the scheme came into operation, London Councils said it would review current signage requirements and the excluded route ...
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Hermes in the spotlight over use of self-employed couriers
An HMRC investigation into Hermes’ use of self-employed couriers could have implications for the entire parcels sector, according to an industry expert.The carrier is facing the threat of investigation after a series of articles by the Guardian newspaper, and later a report from Frank Field MP, claimed it was mistreating ...
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Menzies Distribution stands firm in the face of strike action
Menzies Distribution has put “robust” contingencies in place to ensure service continuity, after the Unite union said its members would strike next week over a pay dispute.Members of Unite will hold two 24-hour strikes on the 23 and 26 September over what the union describes as a “pitiful” pay offer.According ...
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MT ArticleBiffa seeks £270m stock market listing
Waste collection company Biffa is planning a return to the London Stock Exchange next month.The company has published details of an October listing, which would value the company at around £270m.It is looking to raise the additional funds to grow organically but also act as a consolidator in the fragmented ...
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New app to locate electric vehicle charging points
A new electric charge-point facilitator has entered the UK market, claiming its arrival will make finding public charging points for electric vehicles much easier.The New Motion app, from the company of the same name, can be used to track down the nearest charge point, with initial locations in London, Birmingham ...
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DX Group's Scottish takeover back on track
DX Group’s multi-million pound takeover of Legal Post (Scotland) and First Post appears to be back on track, after the UK competition authority lifted an enforcement order pausing the deal.In a statement today, DX Group said the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) had lifted its initial enforcement order.Enforcement orders ...
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Scania GB wins Low Carbon Heavy Duty Vehicle Manufacturer title
Commercial vehicle sector efforts to reduce fleet emissions were celebrated at the Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership’s Low Carbon Champions Awards held at Milton Keynes last night.Scania GB took home the Low Carbon Heavy Duty Vehicle Manufacturer of the Year accolade for its work across the truck and bus sectors in ...