Latest news – Page 72
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MT ArticleRussell Group announces new CEO
The Russell Group has appointed David Paterson to be its new CEO, replacing Alan Poulton who will step down from his role after more than 15 years’ service.
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MT ArticleMock death crash trial gives wake-up call to hauliers
Operators were given an insight into how a court case involving an HGV driver charged with death by careless driving can pan out at a mock trial in Birmingham.
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MT ArticleNo more cheap labour – it’s time to pack smarter
The rise in Employer National Insurance is but one factor set to impact e-commerce packaging. So what can be done to alleviate the pain?
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MT ArticlePossibly the peakiest peak ever!
Having been in the industry for over 20 years I would say it was possibly the peakiest peak ever in that it was the busiest and the most condensed. Of course, Black Friday was very late on 29 November and I think, due to ongoing concerns about the cost of ...
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MT ArticleRoyal Mail reforms could see second-class deliveries halved and Saturdays ditched
Royal Mail could start delivering second-class mail on alternate days and give up Saturday deliveries entirely under reforms to its universal service obligation set out by Ofcom.
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MT ArticleHydrogen truck builder HVS secures international investment
Truck manufacturer Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS) said it had secured investment from Excelledia Ventures Group, a Qatari-based specialist in AI software.
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MT ArticleDB Schenker adds first 10 of planned 150 MAN electric trucks to fleet
DB Schenker has received its first 10 MAN eTGX Ultra electric tractors as part of its plans to integrate 150 electric vehicles into its fleet by 2026. The German logistics giant plans to take delivery of 100 MAN eTGX electric trucks by 2026, according to ...
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MT ArticleMicrolise ahead of market expectations following cyber incident
Microlise said it had responded well to the cyberattack on some of its systems last year and that it had fully restored its network within two-and-a-half weeks.
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MT ArticleDrunk lorry driver gets 28-month ban
A drunk HGV driver caught swerving across the M40 while three times over the legal limit, has been banned from driving for two years and four months.
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MT ArticleConstruction completed on edge of London urban logistics development
Construction firm Glencar has completed four industrial units near Barking in east London totaling 215,000 sq ft.
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MT ArticleCash-strapped: industry running out of reserves
More than a third of transport and storage companies have no cash reserves, shocking government figures have revealed.
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MT ArticleManx Independent Carriers acquired by Trade Distribution
Trade Distribution (TDL) has bought fellow Isle of Man haulier Manx Independent Carriers after the business received “serious interest” from UK operators.
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MT ArticleHazchem Network welcomes Speed Welshpool
Speed Welshpool has joined The Hazchem Network in order to expand its services.
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MT ArticleHyHAUL’s Millbrook open day showcases hydrogen trucks and fuelling infrastructure
The Zero Emission HGV and Infrastructure Demonstrator (ZEHID) consortium HyHAUL has staged an open day for operators to learn more about Hydrogen HGVs.
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MT ArticleVolvo/Renault joint venture to start taking pre-orders for new Flexis electric van this year
Flexis, the joint venture between Renault Group, Volvo Group and CMA CGM, has revealed more details about its fully electric, software-defined electric vans, set for production at Renault Group’s Sandouville plant in France. Pre-orders will open in late 2025, with the first customer deliveries expected by mid-2026. ...
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MT ArticleGermany’s hydrogen refuelling landscape growing with over 80 public stations already
With more than 100 public Hydrogen refuelling stations, Germany is at the forefront of Europe’s transition to hydrogen-powered mobility. What’s more, the infrastructure is being expanded - by 2030
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MT ArticleWhistl trials emission-free deliveries with XeroE
Logistics, e-fulfilment, and mail and parcels specialist Whistl has been trialling emission free deliveries as part of its drive to reach net zero by 2045.
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MT ArticleLogistics industry welcomes Chancellor’s expansion plans
The government’s decision to give the green light to the Lower Thames Crossing (LTC), announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves today (29 January), is a “major victory for the road transport sector and for the wider economy”, according to the RHA.
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MT ArticlePerfect ten for Hertfordshire logistics firm
Aztek Logistics has retained its Brand Reputation Compliance Global Standards (BRCGS) for the 10th consecutive year.
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MT ArticleBamford makes UK truck market play with Chinese BEV launch
Rightech, a new truck brand launched by Wrightbus, has announced it is launching a new 7.5-tonne truck for the UK and Europe.