Operator news – Page 56
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MT ArticleDachser UK opens new Northampton warehouse as demand for storage grows
International logistics operator Dachser UK has opened a new warehouse at its Brackmills, Northampton base, which will provide space for an extra 20,000 pallets, in response to growing demand for storage and distribution services.
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MT ArticleFedEx ditches diesel for HVO at three UK depots to help cut fleet emissions
Delivery, courier and shipping giant FedEx is switching its linehaul fleets from diesel to biofuels at three UK sites from this month, to help slash its fleets’ carbon emissions.
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MT ArticleWhistl unites parcels divisions under Parcelhub brand
Logistics specialist Whistl has united its parcels businesses under one brand, Parcelhub, in a move aimed at leveraging the strengths of both Whistl Parcels and Parcelhub.
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MT ArticleCost and collaboration barriers obstructing UK supply chain CO2 reductions, says Wincanton
A survey of UK supply chain, transport and logistics decision makers has revealed that over half believe they will struggle to meet their net-zero goals because of the cost of decarbonising and doubts about the viability of alternative fuels.
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MT ArticleCampeys of Selby signs 10-year lease at Konect62 in Yorkshire
Campeys of Selby has agreed a 10-year lease at Konect62, a brand-new multi-modal logistics and industrial scheme in Knottingley, Yorkshire.
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MT ArticleCrowning achievement for Priority Freight as it receives King’s Award
Priority Freight has been presented with The King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade by the Lord-Lieutenant of Kent at its HQ in Dover.
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MT ArticleUPN hits a century as network continues growth
UPN has expanded its network to 100 members, which it said reflected its reputation for exceptional service and coverage.
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MT ArticleTesco’s ‘fire and rehire’ plans scuppered in Supreme Court ruling
The Supreme Court has ruled that Tesco cannot fire and rehire its distribution workers on less favourable terms, bringing to an end a long-running battle between the supermarket giant and trade union USDAW.
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MT ArticleCulina firm awarded silver for commitment to sustainability
Culina Group company IPS has retained the EcoVadis Silver award, which it said reflected its commitment to sustainable practices and operational excellence.
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MT ArticleS. L. Transport in administration
Wiltshire haulage firm S. L. Transport (UK) has called in the administrators after more than 30 years of trading.
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MT ArticleGlobal supply chain giant ID Logistics Group ramps up drive into UK with new UK MD and Northampton site
Global supply chain giant ID Logistics, which launched in the UK market in July this year, has announced the appointment of Stuart Evans as its first UK MD and the opening of its first UK site in Northampton.
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MT ArticleUPN shrugs off profit plunge and remains “optimistic” for future
United Pallet Network (UPN) is “optimistic for the future”, despite seeing pre-tax profit almost halve during the year to 31 March 2024, as the spike in volumes driven by the Covid-19 pandemic lockdowns declined.
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MT ArticleBiffa acquires Fareham-based L&S Waste Management
Waste management firm Biffa has acquired South Coast construction and demolition waste operator L&S Waste Management for an undisclosed sum.
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MT ArticlePallet-Track sees profit slide in 2023 as members hit by economic uncertainty and cost pressures
Despite rising revenue, Pallet-Track saw pre-tax profit fall in 2023 as volumes returned to “more normalised” levels post-Covid and network members continued to battle economic uncertainty and cost pressures, according to the company’s latest annual results.
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MT ArticleArmstrong Logistics helps veterans find employment
Supply chain management company Armstrong Logistics has thrown its weight behind a national charity which supports army veterans in finding employment after leaving the services.
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MT ArticleKettering haulier CTS Transport Group calls in the administrators
Kettering-based CTS Transport Group has appointed administrators, 20 years after the family firm was first launched.
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MT ArticleGoggins Transport appoints new BDM
Logistics firm Goggins Transport has appointed a new business development manager to look after new and existing customers in the UK, as the company prepares for further expansion of its Ireland and UK operations.
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MT ArticleMilestone year sees John K Philips power up with move to carbon neutral HQ
Haulier John K Philips Group has relocated from St Helens to new carbon neutral headquarters in Warrington, as the family firm celebrates 50 years in business.
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MT ArticlePre-pack deal saves jobs at Hampshire IT transport specialist
A Farnborough operator specialising in IT relocation projects has entered into a pre-pack deal after falling into administration, saving 59 jobs.