![Mercedes-Benz_eActros_600_(1)[1]](https://d2cohhpa0jt4tw.cloudfront.net/Pictures/274x183/8/2/0/17820_mercedesbenz_eactros_600_11_978080.jpg)
Latest news – Page 370
-
ArticleAlton Transport Service reveals reasons for its demise
Hampshire haulier Alton Transport Service has admitted that taking on “loss making” work from Palletline and losing a contract from Tarmac were to blame for its insolvency.The directors explained to administrators why the firm was struggling to continue trading shortly before the business and assets were sold in a pre-pack ...
-
Article
DBAY warns Eddie Stobart Logistics shareholders to vote for its proposal or face "imminent liquidity shortfall"
Eddie Stobart Logistics (ESL) will see lenders pull out and face an “imminent liquidity shortfall” if shareholders reject DBAY Advisors’ takeover bid, DBAY warned this week.The warning follows reports that advisers to Andrew Tinkler, the former Eddie Stobart Logistics chief executive, are preparing to lodge a formal appeal with the ...
-
ArticleExpress European Couriers joins Palletforce
Former Pallet Track member Express European Couriers has switched to Palletforce, becoming its 12th new business to sign up this year.The network said that the Kent firm will provide a delivery and collection service, including 40,000 sq ft of warehousing facilities, from its headquarters in Tonbridge.It will cover 12 TN ...
-
ArticleStanian Transport rescued from administration after costly failed takeover
One of the longest-standing haulage businesses in Manchester has been saved after it entered administration following a failed attempt to purchase another firm, according to its director.General haulier Stanian Transport, which held an O-licence for 35 trucks and 50 trailers, appointed administrators Alvarez & Marsal Europe on 18 November.Director Theresa ...
-
ArticleWarehouse robots recruited to help XPO tackle Christmas peak
XPO Logistics has ramped up its use of intelligent robotics ahead of the Christmas peak period.The robots, which XPO already uses in the US, work alongside XPO’s employees to help manage inventory for distribution during the seasonal peak.Manufactured by 6 River Systems, XPO’s US robotic technology partner, the mobile robots ...
-
ArticlePall-Ex Group sets sights on European expansion
Pall-Ex Group has revealed plans to expand further into Europe following last month's management buyout that saw founder, owner and chairwoman Hilary Devey step away from the day-to-day running of the business.The group is now collectively owned by its UK network membership and senior management team in an arrangement it ...
-
ArticleFTA urges next government to slash fuel duty as it lays out its election manifesto
Protecting the seamless movement of goods after Brexit, boosting driver facilities, expanding Heathrow and helping hauliers decarbonise; the FTA has handed its own election manifesto to the main political parties.The trade association said the industry was determined to meet the government’s target of becoming zero-emission but it would not be ...
-
ArticleNetwork Rail clamps down on HGV operators involved in bridge strikes with 'Wise Up, Size Up' campaign
Cracks caused by the impact of a vehicle hitting the Worston Lane bridge over the West Coast mainlineNetwork Rail has insisted there is no excuse for HGV drivers not to know the height of their vehicles and it will support regulatory action against companies that are involved in bridge strikes.The ...
-
Article"Do more to support transport industry," Moody Logistics MD urges business secretary
Moody Logistics MD Caroline Moody (left) with business secretary Andrea LeadsomMoody Logistics has highlighted the need for government support of the haulage and logistics industry after business secretary Andrea Leadsom paid a visit to the family-run firm.MD Caroline Moody said she explained to her “the vital role it plays in ...
-
ArticleLiverpool turnaround times fall as Peel Ports improves road haulage efficiency
Truck turnaround times at the Port of Liverpool have fallen after owner Peel Ports said it had turned its focus to road haulage efficiencies.It said October was a “record-breaking” month for its container operations with quayside and landside throughput exceeding all previous figures with year-on-year growth of 12%.The port also ...
-
ArticleSelf-driving trucks are a reality today but the electric vehicle recharging network is still in the future
National Grid project director - electric vehicles Graeme Cooper, right, is grilled by FT global motor industry correspondent Peter CampbellThe National Grid is ready to overcome the challenges of recharging large volumes of electric vehicles and so range anxiety need not be a barrier to the widespread adoption of low ...
-
Article
'Diesel will be the high-risk gamble' suggests battery electric truck start-up
2020 may be the year when battery electric vehicles some of age and what have been until now largely prototypes start to become mainstream, according to speakers in the Tech Talk sessions at the 2019 Freight in the City Expo at London's Alexandra Palace last week.Swedish start up Volta – ...
-
ArticleFormer Eddie Stobart Logistics boss Andrew Tinkler claims 'vast majority' of its shareholders back his takeover bid
Eddie Stobart’s former boss Andrew Tinkler (pictured) claims to have secured better-than-expected support from investors for a £70m rescue of Eddie Stobart Logistics (ESL), just days after announcing his intentions.TVFB, a company controlled by Tinkler, said its proposed fundraising had already received conditional indications in excess of the £70m target, ...
-
ArticleGnewt by Menzies Distribution delivers ten millionth parcel emission-free
Electric delivery fleet Gnewt by Menzies Distribution has delivered its ten millionth parcel emission-free, saving what it estimates to be 2.3m kg of CO2 compared to standard diesel delivery vehicles.The firm, which pioneered parcel deliveries using electric vehicles (EVs) is also celebrating 10 years in business. During this time ...
-
ArticleJames Dolan subsidiary Green and Skinner (Haulage) closes with loss of 43 jobs
Ipswich-based Green and Skinner (Haulage) has closed down, with the loss of 43 jobs.The company, which specialised in container transport and was acquired by the James Dolan Group in 2016, is expected to appoint FRP as joint liquidators in the next few days.The closure of the 60-year-old business follows the ...
-
Article
FiTC hears that a low-carbon future takes many shapes and forms
Reducing carbon emissions from fast-growing final-mile e-commerce deliveries isn't just about switching to low emissions vehicles, as the Freight in the City Expo heard recently.Spanish start up Kiwi Last Mile was formed two years ago to develop a new route model that uses vans as mobile warehouses rather than delivery ...
-
ArticleOperators invited to Scottish Low Emission Zone roadshow in Edinburgh
Need to find out more about the introduction of the forthcoming low emission zones (LEZs) in Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh and Glasgow? Then put 2 April 2020 in your diary.The Scottish Government has committed to introducing LEZs across its four largest cities by 2021, while further areas will come into scope ...
-
Article
Outsourcing HGV maintenance is industry's top choice, according to latest parts and repair survey
Outsourcing of vehicle repairs is now industry’s preferred choice when it comes to maintaining their HGVs, according to the latest survey produced by Motor Transport and sister title Commercial Motor.Nearly two-thirds (60%) of operators surveyed chose to send vehicles off-site for repair, with one-third of those picking main dealerships as ...
-
Article
mh-magazine-child
article#post-45702 p.entry-meta>a {display:none;}div.link-download a.download-report[href="https://motortransport.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/parts-repair-and-maintenance-cm-special-from-commercialmotor.com_.pdf"] {display:none;}article#post-46768 p.entry-meta>a {display:none;}div.link-download a.download-report[href="https://motortransport.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Clean-Air-Zone-Update-2020.pdf"] {display:none;}div.link-download a.download-report[href="https://motortransport.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Buying-guide-supplement.pdf"] {display:none;}article#post-47362 p.entry-meta>a {display:none;}article#post-47669 p.entry-meta>a {display:none;}div.link-download a.download-report[href="https://motortransport.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Truck-finance-CM-Special-from-commercialmotor.com-page-1.pdf"] {display:none;}article#post-47674 p.entry-meta>a {display:none;}div.link-download a.download-report[href="https://motortransport.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Camera-CM-Special-from-commercialmotor.com-page-1.pdf"] {display:none;}article#post-47819 p.entry-meta>a {display:none;}div.link-download a.download-report[href="https://motortransport.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Page-1.pdf"] {display:none;}div.link-download a.download-report[href="https://motortransport.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Cover-Cameras-white-paper-from-Commercial-Motor-and-Motor-Transport.pdf"] {display:none;}article#post-48809 p.entry-meta>a {display:none;}div#zs_search_container {padding-top:0px;}div#zr_widget_jobs {margin:0px;}input#zs_submit {margin:0;}div#zr_pagination {margin-top:0px;}#zr_pagination a {font-size:12px !important;padding:3px !important;}input#zs_search {padding-left:10px;}input#zs_location.zs_search_box {padding-left:10px;}div.zr_job {margin-top:8px !important;}div.zr_pager_block {top:-10px;position:relative;margin-right:3px;margin-left:3px;}div.zr_pager_block span.pager {margin-right:0px;}#zs_search_container {padding-left:0px !important;}div.zs_search_container {max-width:48%}#zs_search_container {padding-right:0px;}div#zr_pro_widget_filter div.filter_wrapper {width: ...
-
![Transport@mr_road_tanker_refuelling_2400x1800[1]](https://d2cohhpa0jt4tw.cloudfront.net/Pictures/100x67/0/5/7/4057_BP_tanker.jpg)
ArticleSafe Loading Pass Scheme extended to cover Liquefied Petroleum Gases
The FTA has announced that the Safe Loading Pass Scheme (SLPS) is to be extended to cover Liquefied Petroleum Gases (LPG) from 1 January 2020.From this date, any vehicle wishing to load LPG at participating terminals must be inspected under the SLPS when their existing pass expires.Managed by the FTA, ...