Operator news – Page 190
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MT ArticleThe Pallet Network will be key to our growth, says KPI Transport
The Pallet Network (TPN) has signed Slough-based new-to-networks operator KPI Transport.KPI came into new ownership in June 2020 and director Ray Burke said TPN membership is key to expanding its fleet, customer base and range of services.Traditionally KPI has consolidated loads into Ireland, as well as offering general haulage, ADR ...
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MT ArticleFowler Welch hails IPP tie-up as food distribution model takes off
Fowler Welch has revealed that taking over the distribution of some of the UK's biggest food brands has helped underpin its success over the last two years.The Lincolnshire-based business, shortlisted for the Haulier of the Year in the Motor Transport Awards 2020, said it had seen an increase in volumes ...
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MT ArticleButlers of Kent joins Fortec Distribution Network
Butlers of Kent has become the latest family-owned business to join the Fortec Distribution Network.The addition brings Fortec’s membership to more than 80 transport companies - together covering the whole of the UK.Butlers of Kent, which will cover the CT and partial ME postcodes for Fortec from its site in ...
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MT ArticleTradeteam depot closure and job cuts "vital to protect our future", DHL Supply Chain insists
DHL Supply Chain said its decision to close its Tradeteam depot in Sheffield and downgrade the site at Ebbw Vale, South Wales with the loss of more than 250 jobs was taken to protect the long-term future of the business and avoid having to make further redundancies in the wake ...
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MT ArticleWhistl joins global movement to put disability on business agenda
Whistl has become one of the latest signatories to The Valuable 500, a global movement putting disability on the business leadership agenda.The Valuable 500 was launched at the Davos Conference in 2019 and seeks to "tackle the trend for businesses to claim they are diverse but exclude disability from their ...
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MT ArticleThe Pallet Network sees profits rise under Eddie Stobart Logistics' ownership
The Pallet Network (TPN) continued to thrive in its first full year after being acquired by Eddie Stobart Logistics (ESL), according to its latest annual results.TPN, which was bought for £52.8m by ESL in June 2018, reported a “strong year” in all areas, despite the impact of Brexit, with a ...
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MT ArticleReason Transport set to face charges in connection with death of HGV driver
Reason Transport is due to appear at High Wycombe Magistrates Court on 28 August to face charges in connection to the death of HGV driver Petru Pop in November 2016.The company is facing charges under the Health and Safety at Work Act following an HSE investigation into the death of ...
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MT ArticleYodel in food box delivery deal with Nova Blooms after trial period sees surge in demand
Parcel carrier Yodel and online flower company Nova Blooms are delivering 1,000 food boxes a day following a successful trial period.Launched during the Covid-19 lockdown, the service marks Nova Blooms’ first step into the food market and allows customers to select the contents in their box to include everything from ...
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MT ArticleCall for XPO to shut Swindon depot after 64 workers test positive for Covid-19
Union Unite is calling for XPO Logistics to close its Swindon depot following an outbreak of Covid-19 at its Iceland facility.Robert Buckland, MP for South Swindon, also weighed in this week calling on XPO Logistics to ensure its Swindon depot is safe after 64 workers at the facility were found ...
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MT ArticleLondon calls for fleets to cut idling engines
A new London-wide campaign has been launched today (3 August) to encourage operators to tackle air pollution caused by idling engines.The call for action comes amid emerging evidence that air pollution is linked to poor recovery and higher infection rates of Covid-19 due to damage caused to the lungs.The Idling ...
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MT ArticleTransicold launches three new refrigeration units into UK and Ireland market
The new Carrier Transicold Xarios 8 refrigeration system has improved efficiency and a third more cooling capacity compared to the current Xarios 600Warrington-based Carrier Transicold is introducing three new transport refrigeration units into the UK and Ireland.The new models include the first PIEK-certified version of its flagship Vector HE 19 ...
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MT ArticleHarbour Transport finds safe haven in Fortec to bolster revenues
Harbour Transport joined the Fortec Distribution Network just in time to adapt its business to the impact of Covid-19, the Poole-based haulier has revealed.The company became an official member of the pallet network on the eve of the country’s pandemic lockdown, which saw it lose its main workload overnight due ...
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MT ArticleAO on hunt for 250 logistics staff as surge in online demand continues
Online electricals retailer AO is looking to fill 250 logistics roles at its hub in Crewe in response to the rapid growth in online shopping during the Covid-19 pandemic.The electricals retailer has also added over 225,000 sq ft of warehouse space in the last three months to meet online demand, ...
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MT ArticleDownton changes name to EV Cargo Logistics
An EV Cargo driver at the Sharpness warehouse in GloucestershireHaulier CM Downton is rebranding as EV Cargo Logistics although some elements of Downton branding will remain on the firm’s trailers.The Gloucestershire-based family firm will operate under EV Cargo Logistics, one of five business divisions within logistics and technology business EV ...
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MT ArticleWhistl drivers named 'HGV Heroes'
Drivers for Whistl have been recognised for their heroic work during the Covid-19 pandemic.The company’s employees were designated as key workers during the lockdown due to the work they do collecting and processing mail and parcels for deliveries around the UK.After being approached by the RHA to nominate its ‘HGV ...
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MT ArticleLancashire haulier takes on 10 new curtainsiders to meet growing demand
Matthew Kibble Transport has taken on 10 new EN-XL rated SDC curtainsiders for its general haulage and Pallet-Track operations.Built to a premium component specification, the trailers have been fitted with tuck away tail lifts, BPW Eco-Plus axles, Haldex third generation braking systems with roll stability, full LED lighting, as well ...
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MT ArticleSelco Builders Warehouse streamlines bulky loads routing with My Transport Planner
Selco Builders Warehouse is using a new transport planning platform to streamline deliveries of complex and abnormal-sized loads.The builders’ merchant provides a trade-only service through its 68-strong UK network.It runs a distribution hub for ‘heavy side’ construction products in Edmonton, north London, supplying six outlets, and turned to My Transport ...
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MT ArticleDPD to trial all-electric Volta Zero in London micro depot operation
DPD has announced it will be trialling Scandinavian start-up Volta Trucks’ 16-tonne electric delivery vehicle in the New Year.The Volta Zero model will be tested within London's Ultra Low Emission Zone to support DPD’s micro-depot strategy.Confirming the partnership, Olly Craughan, corporate social responsibility (CSR) general manager at DPD Group UK, ...
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MT ArticleBibby Supply Chain Services abandoned milk contract to reduce debt
Bibby Supply Chain Services stemmed its losses last year, thanks in part to making a profit on the disposal of assets and investments relating to a contract exit during the period.For the year ending 31 December 2019, the group’s turnover reduced from £192.4m to £170.2m, but pre-tax losses improved by ...
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MT ArticleSerco binmen cancel strike action after accepting revised pay deal
Serco has avoided strike action among its bin lorry workers in Bexley after they voted to accept a revised pay deal from the outsourcing company.More than 150 workers were due to down tools for five days in a dispute over pay and health and safety, according to union Unite.However, it ...