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MT ArticleTake urgent action on fuel duty to protect UK haulage, APN tells government
The Chancellor must reduce fuel duty immediately to protect essential services to the UK economy, the Association of Pallet Networks (APN) said this week.
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MT ArticleMedium hauliers: growth surge reshapes the sector
The UK’s medium-sized haulage operators are expanding in number – but not all are growing at the same pace. New figures from Motor Transport’s Fleet Data show a widening divide between the sector’s fastest-growing operators and those whose fleets are shrinking.
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MT ArticleChinese e-commerce giant JD.Com challenges Amazon with UK launch of Joybuy
Chinese retail and e-commerce giant JD.Com is throwing down the gauntlet to the likes of Amazon and Argos in the UK with the launch of Joybuy, its online retail platform.
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MT ArticlePrimeline Group crunches ten-year deal with Tayto Snacks
Primeline Group has signed a multi-million euro warehousing and distribution agreement with Tayto Snacks, building on a long-standing partnership between the two companies.
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MT ArticleGXO enters alliance with Amentum, Accenture and Maersk to bolster UK defence sector
GXO has joined forces with Amentum, Accenture and Maersk to support the UK defence sector.
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MT ArticleBrighton bags biggest pothole pot
Brighton and Hove receives more additional funding for pothole repairs than anywhere else in the country, according to a new study.
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MT ArticleFuel group accuses ministers of fanning the flames in row over forecourt prices
A row has erupted over “inflammatory language” used by government ministers criticising fuel retailers ratcheting up the cost of petrol and diesel – resulting in a trade group pulling out of a Downing Street meeting.
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MT ArticleMeachers and Ferryspeed’s partnership sails on
Meachers Global Logistics has extended its partnership with Ferryspeed with a new three-year contract.
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MT ArticlePlight of family-run Bedfordshire operator outlined in administrator report
A long-running Luton haulier attempted to continue trading with cash injections from family members before it finally succumbed to administration in November, documents revealed.
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MT ArticleChancellor warns oil price profiteering will not be tolerated
The government said it “will not tolerate” fuel companies exploiting the current conflict in the Middle East and that the competition watchdog is poised to take action over undue price increases.
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MT ArticleHighways contract extension win for Heidelberg
Heidelberg Materials UK has extended its partnership with Wirral Borough Council after successfully tendering for its highways maintenance contract for another three years.
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MT ArticleIPP ensures flower supplier comes up roses for Mother’s Day
Pallet pooler IPP is ensuring a fresh flowers business supplies florists and supermarkets with bouquets in time for Mother’s Day and keeps its supply chain blooming.
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MT ArticleIndustry’s letter to No. 10 attracts widespread parliamentary support
An open letter to the Prime Minister by the RHA demanding HGV drivers get access to more safe and secure roadside facilities has been signed by 115 Parliamentarians.
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MT ArticleDP World achieves bumper revenues in 2025
DP World said it had generated “record financial results” last year, with group revenues up 22% to $24.4bn (£18.2bn) and a record performance across Europe.
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MT ArticleFleetSafe reinforces commercial leadership team
Video-led telematics developer FleetSafe has appointed Sopp+Sopp founder Jamie Sopp as vice president.
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MT ArticleWelsh haulier acquired by Monex following collapse into administration
A Newport-headquartered haulage company trading since 1998 entered administration and was then snapped up by Monex Distribution, in a deal that saved 61 jobs.
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MT ArticleMarlborough Highways takes delivery of four red Econ Engineering gritters
Econ Engineering has delivered a fleet of four red gritters to Marlborough Highways, as the company enters its first full winter season under its new brand identity.
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MT ArticleHauliers face “catastrophe” as HGV driver shortage escalates, training provider Insite warns
Major UK logistics training partner Insite is warning of a looming catastrophe for UK businesses as a growing HGV driver shortage emerges following the loss of crucial driver training funding.
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MT ArticleDHL to boost George at Asda sales and create 450 jobs at new Derby hub
DHL Supply Chain is taking on a major logistics facility in Derby as part of its contract with retail customer George at Asda, in a move expected to boost the retailer’s sales and create 450 jobs.
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MT ArticleTwo men jailed after stealing £40,000 of tyres from lorry as driver slept
Two men who loaded £40,000 worth of stolen tyres from a lorry as the driver slept have been jailed after a police pursuit which crossed parts of Cheshire, Greater Manchester and West Yorkshire.