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Fred Sherwood sees turnover and profit reduce
Fred Sherwood Group saw its revenue and profits slide last year, but the bulk haulage company said it was in a strong position to withstand trading challenges.
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Guide to support staff affected by traumatic incidents published
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport UK (CILT) has published a guide to support managers and teams affected by traumatic events, such as fatal collisions and suicides.
New analysis questions smart motorway safety record
Smart motorways have been a catastrophic waste of time, money and effort and worsened road safety, the AA said this week after National Highways released reports that rated them ‘very poor’.
Figures suggest haulage insolvencies have peaked
The number of insolvencies in freight transport may have already peaked, according to estimated official figures for the sector.
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Guide to support staff affected by traumatic incidents published
New analysis questions smart motorway safety record
Plug-in Truck Grant to extend beyond March, says Minister
Fred Sherwood sees turnover and profit reduce
Figures suggest haulage insolvencies have peaked
Operators offered free document to help respond to zero-emission HGV consultation
Buffaload extends supply and logistics contract with Co-op
DHL drivers at Jaguar Land Rover Solihull to vote on strike action over pay
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Figures suggest haulage insolvencies have peaked
The number of insolvencies in freight transport may have already peaked, according to estimated official figures for the sector.
Operators offered free document to help respond to zero-emission HGV consultation
A template outlining the concerns operators running up to 10 lorries have over the transition to zero-emission fleets has been put together to help them respond to a government consultation on the issue.
Buffaload extends supply and logistics contract with Co-op
Cambridgeshire-based haulier Buffaload, has been awarded a new contract with Co-op, extending its more than 10-year partnership with the retailer.
DHL drivers at Jaguar Land Rover Solihull to vote on strike action over pay
Around 300 DHL drivers based at Jaguar Land Rover in Solihull are to be balloted for strike action over pay, union Unite announced today (5 February).
Amer Logistics Limited buys Johnsons 1871 out of administration
London-based removals and storage firm Amer Logistics has bought an historic Knutsford-headquartered removal and storage firm out of administration, saving the jobs of the entire workforce, administrators revealed this week.
SP Training achieves UK first with Ofsted “exceptional” rating
Carlisle-based SP Training is the first further education provider in the country, across all sectors, to achieve Ofsted’s new ‘exceptional’ rating.
Evri Group launches pilot AI and data apprenticeship programmes
Parcel delivery company Evri Group has announced the launch of a new apprenticeship scheme designed to strengthen data and artificial intelligence (AI) skills across its workforce.
“Geopolitical turbulence” threatens European road freight rate increases, new report warns
Diesel van market dips in January as electric van demand rises by over a quarter
Wincanton acquisition helps GXO land six year contract extension with BAE Systems
Nomination deadline extended for Everywoman in Transport Awards 2026
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We’ll need more than derisory grants to electrify our 26-tonne-plus HGV fleet
For UK operators, the decision to transition from their existing internal combustion engine (ICE) fleets to electric alternatives is shrouded in uncertainty. A good example of this is the derisory £18m grant allocated to operators who are considering the procurement of electric trucks.
Europe’s used truck market has come of age - what it means for UK hauliers
As UK hauliers face rising costs, persistent driver shortages and new CO₂-linked road charges for European operations from 2026, 2025 marked a turning point in Europe’s used truck market — offering British fleets a clearer, more strategic path to renewal
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Fred Sherwood sees turnover and profit reduce
Fred Sherwood Group saw its revenue and profits slide last year, but the bulk haulage company said it was in a strong position to withstand trading challenges.
Buffaload extends supply and logistics contract with Co-op
Cambridgeshire-based haulier Buffaload, has been awarded a new contract with Co-op, extending its more than 10-year partnership with the retailer.
DHL drivers at Jaguar Land Rover Solihull to vote on strike action over pay
Around 300 DHL drivers based at Jaguar Land Rover in Solihull are to be balloted for strike action over pay, union Unite announced today (5 February).
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“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
John Lewis cutting emissions today and in the future with the best technology available
The John Lewis Partnership’s fleet manager has cut transport emissions in half since 2018 by switching 500 trucks to bioCNG and trialling electric vehicles, achieving a major milestone by purchasing the company’s final diesel vehicle this year.
Hydrogen a viable option in a future multi-fuel zero carbon landscape
The HydraB group is targeting hydrogen pricing of £8/kg to 9/kg to achieve total cost of ownership parity with diesel equivalents, as CEO Harry Bowcott explains how an integrated approach across vehicle manufacturing, fuel production and infrastructure can simplify hydrogen adoption for fleet operators.