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Stobart ends dispute with Unite after signing Morrison’s driver deal
Around 500 HGV drivers working for Eddie Stobart on its Morrison’s contract have ended their strike threat after the company agreed to reduce its reliance on temporary workers, according to Unite.
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Ten years on from Brexit, the focus must be on what comes next
A decade on, the glut of comment pieces marking the Brexit referendum tells you two things. The decision we made has had serious consequences. And even now, much remains unresolved.
Powerday adds first electric Volvo FM Low Entry hookloaders to fleet
Waste and recycling company Powerday has added two electric Volvo FM Low Entry 8x4 hookloaders to its fleet, becoming the first UK operator to deploy the model with hookloader bodywork.
Eight ways fleet operators can transform fleet performance
Rising fuel costs, driver shortages and sustainability demands are increasing pressure on fleet operators. Transport optimisation software can help delivery businesses improve efficiency, cut costs and reduce the impact of disruption on last-mile operations.
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Ten years on from Brexit, the focus must be on what comes next
Powerday adds first electric Volvo FM Low Entry hookloaders to fleet
Eight ways fleet operators can transform fleet performance
Logistics UK launches driver eyesight screening partnership with EyeLab
MAN slashes site greenhouse gas emissions by almost 70%
Geodis expands partnership with Lagardère Travel Retail at Heathrow Airport
Royal Logistic Corps Institution and CILT (UK) sign memorandum
Government stats underestimate size of UK warehousing sector, new research reveals
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Logistics UK launches driver eyesight screening partnership with EyeLab
Logistics UK has partnered with EyeLab to provide members with access to discounted online eyesight screening for commercial vehicle drivers.
MAN slashes site greenhouse gas emissions by almost 70%
MAN Truck & Bus has cut greenhouse gas emissions at its sites by 67.9%, bringing it close to meeting its goal of reducing site-related emissions by 70% by 2030, compared to 2019 levels.
Geodis expands partnership with Lagardère Travel Retail at Heathrow Airport
French logistics giant Geodis is expanding its partnership with Lagardère Travel Retail by taking over the logistics operations for new stores located at London Heathrow Airport in the UK and Auckland Airport in New Zealand.
Royal Logistic Corps Institution and CILT (UK) sign memorandum
The Royal Logistic Corps Institution and the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) have signed a memorandum of understanding, pledging their shared commitment to professional development across the logistics, transport and supply chain sectors.
Government stats underestimate size of UK warehousing sector, new research reveals
New research for the UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) has found that 760,000 people work in warehousing in the UK, over 70% more than official figures have suggested.
Diamond Logistics expands network with new Cambridge partner
Diamond Logistics has expanded its network in East Anglia with the launch of a new operation in Cambridge.
DHL Supply Chain to launch healthcare hub at Infinity Park Derby
DHL Supply Chain is set to launch a new, multi-user healthcare facility at Infinity Park Derby by the end of this year.
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Ten years on from Brexit, the focus must be on what comes next
A decade on, the glut of comment pieces marking the Brexit referendum tells you two things. The decision we made has had serious consequences. And even now, much remains unresolved.
Eight ways fleet operators can transform fleet performance
Rising fuel costs, driver shortages and sustainability demands are increasing pressure on fleet operators. Transport optimisation software can help delivery businesses improve efficiency, cut costs and reduce the impact of disruption on last-mile operations.
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Powerday adds first electric Volvo FM Low Entry hookloaders to fleet
Waste and recycling company Powerday has added two electric Volvo FM Low Entry 8x4 hookloaders to its fleet, becoming the first UK operator to deploy the model with hookloader bodywork.
Eight ways fleet operators can transform fleet performance
Rising fuel costs, driver shortages and sustainability demands are increasing pressure on fleet operators. Transport optimisation software can help delivery businesses improve efficiency, cut costs and reduce the impact of disruption on last-mile operations.
Geodis expands partnership with Lagardère Travel Retail at Heathrow Airport
French logistics giant Geodis is expanding its partnership with Lagardère Travel Retail by taking over the logistics operations for new stores located at London Heathrow Airport in the UK and Auckland Airport in New Zealand.
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‘There’s no blank chequebook’ - DX sets out post-buyout strategy
Now under private ownership, DX chief executive Ian Truesdale is pursuing disciplined growth, focusing on integration, efficiency and selective investment. Tim Wallace reports
From vans to trucks: the Dash Express journey
Paul Dash has helped grow Dash Express from a small South West van firm into a multi-depot logistics operation with a turnover topping £25m. Partnerships with APC Overnight and, more recently, Palletways have expanded the business into parcels, pallets and heavy trucks, while keeping the company’s hands-on, family-led approach.
“This changes everything” - megawatt charging for long-haul passes the test
Kempower used its MCS Live Winter Days event in Norrköping, Sweden for megawatt testing of Volvo, MAN and Scania trucks. The results show heavy-duty electric HGVs are ready for real-world operations
“Fleets won’t switch until TCO and profit stack up — here’s how to make it work”
New Voltempo chief executive Simon Smith admits HGV fleets are holding off on electrification because high energy costs, standing charges, and underused infrastructure are eroding margins. But could smarter depot charging and energy management finally make electric trucks commercially viable?
Harris MAXUS expands technician training to tackle skills shortage
The Dublin-based importer has invested significantly in its training academy to meet rising demand from over 90 UK dealers, delivering structured programmes from system technician to master technician level with particular focus on electric vehicle safety and diagnostics.
Martin Willmor’s vision for DHL Supply Chain: strategy, challenges and growth targets
Returning to DHL at a pivotal moment, new UK&I CEO Martin Willmor lays out a focused five-point strategy - spanning growth sectors, transport reform, major startups and property investment - to steer the business confidently through a shifting economy