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DHL Supply Chain in talks to take over Sunseeker International logistics operation
DHL Supply Chain is set to transfer 80 Sunseeker International logistics staff in a deal which will see it take over the luxury boat builder’s logistics operations.In a statement this week Sunseeker International said the negotiations had reached an “advanced” stage.Under the agreement DHL will provide logistics services, including the ...
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ArticleXPO Logistics in sustainability drive with LED lighting roll out
XPO Logistics has hit upon a bright idea and invested in “intelligent” LED lighting systems across five million square metres of site surface space.It said it expects to have the systems installed in approximately 75% of its total space in Europe by the end of next year.The systems use sensors ...
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ArticleBrexit is in road transport's best interests, insists Europa MD Andrew Baxter
Europa MD Andrew Baxter has revealed the company has spent at least £1m on Brexit preparations in 2019 alone but said year-end profits would still be up and that leaving the EU is the right outcome for the logistics sector.With the Dartford-based firm focusing heavily on UK/European road freight, committed ...
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ArticleMT Awards 2019 winner: Fleet Van Operator of the Year – sponsored by Renault Trucks
Presenting the award is Carlos Rodrigues, MD of sponsor Renault Trucks (far right), with Richard Horton, head of fleet at City Plumbing Supplies (holding trophy)Transforming the way it approached its fleet management strategy resulted in a well-deserved Fleet Van Operator of the Year award this year for City Plumbing Supplies.Managing ...
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William Stobart to take key role at Eddie Stobart Logistics under DBAY takeover plans
William Stobart is set to return to Eddie Stobart Logistics (ESL) if equity firm DBAY Advisors succeeds in its bid to buy the troubled haulier.Stobart's initial task will be to lead the board in ensuring ESL deliver a "strong performance" over the peak Black Friday and Christmas period.Rival bidder Andrew ...
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Wincanton and Eddie Stobart merger a "logical" match, says CEO James Wroath as he unveils group's half-year results
There is an “industrial logic” to Wincanton merging with Eddie Stobart Logistics (ESL), Wincanton’s new chief executive James Wroath told analysts at the launch of the group’s latest half-year results.Unveiling figures until 30 September, Wroath said there was a synergy between Wincanton and ESL, particularly in the transport services ...
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ArticleFTA accuses government of failing to improve toilet facilities for HGV drivers
The FTA has slammed the government for breaking its vow to improve and expand the number of toilet facilities for HGV drivers on the national road network.The criticism follows an FTA survey which revealed that almost all respondents believe toilet facilities have not improved since the government pledged to upgrade ...
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ArticleMT Awards 2019 winner: Low Carbon Award – sponsored by Fraikin
Guernsey Post chief executive Boley Smillie (third left) collects the award from Ed Cowell, CEO of sponsor FraikinHow did Guernsey Post navigate its way through a perfect storm of rocketing diesel prices, soaring emission levels, inefficient routes and rising parcel volumes to deliver a winning solution?A delivery company that ...
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HGV sales start to 'rebalance' in Q3 after H1 boom
Truck registrations over 6 tonnes fell 13.1% to 8,557 in Q3 2019 as the market “rebalanced” after higher than usual sales in H1, according to the SMMT.However 3-axle tractor units remained popular, with sales down only 2.5% to 3,623. The big losers were rigid trucks below 16 tonnes, with volumes ...
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Former CEO Andrew Tinkler returns to ring with £75m bid for Eddie Stobart Logistics
Andrew Tinkler, former boss of Eddie Stobart, is putting together a £75m rescue bid for ailing Eddie Stobart Logistics (ESL), according to reports.Tinkler, who headed up the business as part of the Stobart Group until 2014, is reported to be putting together a £50m package, with an additional £25m ...
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Wincanton urges Eddie Stobart stakeholders to "take no immediate action" on DBAY sale agreement
Wincanton has told Eddie Stobart Logistics' stakeholders to "take no immediate action" following news that ESL has agreed a conditional sale to private equity firm DBAY Advisors.Wincanton is still running the rule over a possible merger of its own with ESL and undertaking a due diligence exercise on its assets. ...
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ArticleMT Awards 2019 winner: Technical Excellence Award – sponsored by Hankook
Brett Emerson, UK sales director (third left) of sponsor Hankook Tyre UK, presents the trophy to Cartwright Group MD Mark Cartwright (holding trophy), group chairman Peter Cartwright (centre) and group director Lisa Cartwright, accompanied by comedian Omid Djalili (second left) and MT editor Steve Hobson (far right)Building a double-deck trailer ...
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ArticleEddie Stobart Logistics agrees conditional rescue deal with DBAY Advisors as debts rise to £12m
Eddie Stobart Logistics (ESL) has entered into a conditional sale and purchase agreement with private equity investor DBAY Advisors.In an update to the London Stock Exchange, ESL also revealed it is expecting a loss of at least £12m when its delayed half-year results are finally published.It said "shareholders should note ...
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ArticleCNG Fuels to supply biomethane from cow manure to power HGVs
CNG Fuels has announced plans to become the UK’s first supplier of renewable biomethane from cow manure for lorries, to help operators achieve net zero emissions.The company said it was also consulting on how its network of refuelling stations can accommodate low carbon and battery electric technologies for HGVs, for ...
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ArticleTradeteam staff suspend strike action after accepting new pay offer
The Unite union have confirmed that plans for a rolling programme of strikes at a Tradeteam depot in London have been suspended after members voted in favour of a renewed pay offer.According to the union, industrial action at Tradeteam’s Enfield depot could have affected customers Carlsberg, Coors, Greene King and ...
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ArticleMiniclipper Logistics: "We're an IT company that happens to deliver stuff!"
They may take different sides on Brexit, but when it comes to running a haulage business the husband and wife team at Miniclipper Logistics are definitely on the same page.Despite the challenging times, the company has just revealed a 17% increase in turnover for the year ending 31 May ...
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ArticleGain insight into the options for HGV parts, repair and maintenance and why operators adopt different strategies
Heavy goods vehicles have grown in both sophistication and functionality over the years. But the real value to the operator comes when the vehicle is out on the road working.Whilst reliability has increased, putting the right strategy in place for repair and maintenance is still critical to ensuring vehicle availability.One ...
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ArticleApprenticeship-based training programme for recovery sector under development
A new vocational training programme that will lead to a professional qualification for young people looking to enter the vehicle recovery industry is being developed by Isuzu Truck UK honorary chair Nikki King OBE together with the Professional Recovery Operators Federation and the Institution of Vehicle Recovery.King, who is also ...
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ArticleWarehouse to wheels a success for Moody driver
Moody Logistics has proved that apprenticeships can be successfully used to train HGV drivers after training up former warehouseman Alex Skelton to a Category C truck driver.Twenty two-year-old Skelton started work in the Cramlington firm's distribution depot last September as part of its warehouse-to-wheels apprenticeship programme and has now gained ...
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ArticleCorporate Road Solutions 24:7 enters administration
Supermarket distributor Corporate Road Solutions 24:7, which traded as Beau, has entered administration with the immediate loss of 66 jobs.Based on the Redmill Industrial Estate in Bathgate, West Lothian, the company had operated as a road haulage contractor and freight forwarder since 2005.KPMG was appointed to the firm on Monday ...