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S&J European Haulage collapsed after loss of major contract
International transport firm S&J European Haulage collapsed due to a combination of rising fuel and labour costs and the loss of a million-pound contract, its administrator has revealed.
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Fred Sherwood goes electric with new Volvo FH delivery
Fred Sherwood Transport has taken on two 44-tonne Volvo FH Electric 6x2 tractor units as part of its sustainability ambitions.
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Generation Logistics Week launches to tackle sector’s skills gap
Generation Logistics has announced the launch of its first Generation Logistics Week.
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Our industry is key to economic growth
With an election now on our doorstep, businesses throughout the United Kingdom will be looking to the nation’s political leaders for a clear, concise blueprint for the way ahead. Our members and our industry want leaders to have a debate and ultimately, a plan in place to get the UK ...
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New AFP Tax and Regulation Manifesto aims to end confusion over electric vans
A revised Tax and Regulation Manifesto is being launched today (29 May) by the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) ahead of the General Election on 4 July. New additions include finally resolving ongoing confusion over regulations surrounding 4.25 tonne electric vans, new benefit in kind taxation tables up to 2030, ...
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LTS Global Solutions launches Warehouse as a Service offering amid fears of ‘capacity crunch’
Logistics and supply chain management provider LTS Global Solutions has launched its Warehouse as a Service (WaaS) offering amid increasing demand for flexible warehousing solutions.
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Europa Road launches new service for businesses trading with Republic of Ireland
Europa Road is extending its Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) service, Europa Flow, on all daily routes between the Republic of Ireland and the UK.
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Only one week until Road Transport Expo 2024 opens to visitors at NAEC Stoneleigh
There’s only one week to go until Road Transport Expo 2024 (RTX) opens its doors to visitors at NAEC Stoneleigh in Warwickshire on 4 June.
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Pall-Ex set to launch 3PL network to drive further growth
Pall-Ex has described its new 3PL division as a ‘game-changer’ for the freight community, enabling members to target new business opportunities.
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Teletrac Navman launches electric fleet transition platform for “overwhelmed” operators
Telematics specialist Teletrac Navman has revealed major updates to its alternative energy product portfolio to enable fleet managers to strategically plan, implement and track the transition from internal combustion engine (ICE) to multi-fuel capabilities.
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Glendale Countryside adds 20 Isuzu Grafters to fleet
Landscaping and grounds maintenance contractor, Glendale Countryside, has introduced 20 new 3.5-tonne Isuzu N35.125(S) Grafters to its commercial vehicle fleet.
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Industry calls for Minister of Logistics in next government
As the nation gears up for a general election in just under six weeks, Logistics UK has repeated its call for the appointment of a logistics minister in the next government.
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Kuehne+Nagel launches specialised road logistics service for the MedTech industry
Kuehne+Nagel has launched new service options for its MedTech industry clients in Europe, helping them with transport needs not covered by quality and safety guidelines.
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Construct IT builds on relationship with brick maker Wienerberger
Brick and block haulier Construct IT has won a four-year contract extension with brick manufacturer Wienerberger.
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Stobart fuelled by HVO to get Walkers crisps to stores
Stobart has expanded its use of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) across its network for customer PepsiCo – and it estimated this should save an additional 13,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions by the end of the year.
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Woodland Group starts running fleet on HVO
Logistics business Woodland Group said 15% of its fleet was now running on HVO fuel as it presses ahead with plans to become a net-zero company.
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Autonomous robots gain the edge at iForce Corby facility
Culina Group firm iForce is working with socks and sportswear brand Gain the Edge to provide them with “cutting edge” fulfilment services.
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ArrowXL welcomes new general manager to its Worcester operation
ArrowXL has appointed a new general manager for its Worcester site who will be responsible for establishing an operational strategy and developing the team in line with company goals.
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Second HQ move in three years for TFI following growth spurt
Trailer Freight International (TFI) has moved to a new one-and-a-half acre HQ in West Bromwich after outgrowing its previous home in Walsall.