All Operator news articles – Page 114
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MT ArticleECM losses deepen ahead of acquisition by Constellation Automotive Group
Vehicle transportation specialist ECM (Vehicle Delivery Service) saw losses deepen in 2021 as the dual impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and the semiconductor shortage took its toll on the business.In its latest annual results to 31 December 2021, the company reported pre-tax losses of -£553,895 (2020: -£391,578), despite turnover rising ...
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MT ArticleGist reports modest profit rise and improved turnover ahead of acquisition by M&S
As Marks and Spencers’ acquisition of Gist nears completion the logistics firm revealed a modest rise in pre-tax profit for last year aided by a leap in turnover.Reporting its annual results for the 53-week period ending on 1 January 2022, the company unveiled a 17% rise in turnover to £551.5m ...
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MT ArticleTradeteam on road to recovery after 2021 turnover slumps
Tradeteam saw some recovery in its finances last year as it emerged from the pandemic and returned to the black with a £129m pre-tax profit.However, turnover was down 53% to £43.7m in the year ending 31 December 2021 and the DHL drinks distribution company said volumes remained significantly impacted as ...
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MT ArticleEurocell adds solar technology to MAN fleet
PVC-U manufacturer and recycler Eurocell has upgraded some of its fleet with six MAN 7.5-tonne trucks fitted with solar technology.Supplied by Asset Alliance Group, the Derbyshire-based company has taken the trucks on a five-year, full-service contract hire basis for nationwide collection and recycling.Each truck roof is fitted with TRAILAR solar ...
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MT ArticleBrian Yeardley Continental welcomes upturn in events sector as 2021 profits surge
The wheels kept on rolling for international transport business Brian Yeardley Continental in 2021, aided by a return to the stage for bands and artists keen to get back on the road and perform.Its latest set of accounts showed that the company increased turnover by 3.4% to £10.9m in the ...
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MT ArticlePalletways Bristol spices up customer mix with new freight deal
Palletways Bristol has been chosen as spice manufacturer Bart Ingredients' freight partner of choice following a competitive tender.The haulier will ensure the company’s products reach distribution centres across the UK on Thyme as it handles around 5,000 pallets a year as part of the contract deal.Bart Ingredients said home cooking ...
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MT ArticleEvri to relocate Newmarket depot as growth drive continues
Evri is relocating its Newmarket depot to a site in Bury St Edmunds, creating over 50 new jobs in the area.Formerly known as Hermes, the parcel company said the move formed part of its commitment to investing in infrastructure to support the growth of online shopping. It said the new ...
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MT ArticleGeoPost/DPDgroup partners with Plug and Play platform
GeoPost/DPDgroup has signed a partnership with open innovation platform Plug and Play.The year-long deal will see Plug and Play introduce GeoPost/DPDgroup to best-in-class worldwide start-ups that will work on key innovation challenges to provide the best consumer experience.The Silicon Valley-based company brings together a network of 50,000 startups, more than ...
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MT ArticleZeus wins European routes with Primark
Freight management start-up Zeus has expanded into Europe after signing up with fashion retailer Primark.The partnership will see Zeus handling freight transport for the retailer on distribution routes to France, Italy and the Czech Republic. It comes as Zeus recently marked its second anniversary.Under the agreement, Zeus is starting with ...
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MT ArticleElddis Transport boosts fleet visibility with new Freeway software
Elddis Transport is rolling out new mobile working technology as part of a programme to digitise the workshop.Workshop fitters are being equipped with rugged tablets to replace paperwork, as part of a fleet maintenance system from Freeway Fleet Systems.Freeway also receives drivers’ daily vehicle inspection data from mobile, which along ...
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MT ArticlePalletways Group speeds up international deliveries with Hub Drop service
Palletways has launched a direct injection hub drop service aimed at reducing transit miles and delivery times.The launch of Palletways’ Hubdrop follows a successful pilot carried out earlier this year by the network, with the service now being rolled out across the UK and Palletways’ networks in the Benelux, Iberia, ...
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MT ArticleYodel announces new northern depot following year of record growth
Parcel carrier Yodel is opening a new 161,900 sq ft depot in Huyton, near Liverpool, after seeing record growth last year.Announcing the move, Yodel said this latest investment is part of plans to continue expanding nationwide operations, with the business expecting to handle over 200 million parcels in 2022.As well ...
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MT ArticleAramex UK joins the Pallet-Track network
Multinational logistics and transportation firm Aramex UK has joined the Pallet-Track network as part of an “aggressive” UK growth strategy, the company announced this week.The Dubai-headquartered company has business operations in more than 60 countries worldwide and employs more than 16,000 people.Its services include international and domestic express delivery, freight-forwarding, ...
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MT ArticleClipper Logistics signs deal with Swedish retailer for UK resell scheme
Clipper has signed a deal with kidswear retailer Polarn O. Pyret (PO.P) to support its second hand clothing service.The contract will see Clipper provide the Swedish company with enhanced reverse logistics capabilities including rapid turnaround, quality control, relabelling, steaming, pressing, repair services, quality checks and product photography.PO.P, which produces and ...
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MT ArticleShareholder model prompts Trans UK to join Pall-Ex and Fortec
(From left) Craig Chapman, head of network South at Fortec, and Trans UK sales director Paul WilsonLondon-based haulier Trans UK is expanding its services to include local, national and international pallet delivery after joining both Pall-Ex and Fortec.The company, which has its headquarters in Peckham, will deliver to a number ...
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MT ArticleDP World moves ten millionth unit at London Gateway
DP World’s terminal at London Gateway has handled its ten millionth container, nine years after the logistics hub launched, the company announced this week.DP World hailed the milestone as evidence of a “remarkable track record of growth” at London Gateway, which last year transported 1.8m TEU, an increase of almost ...
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MT ArticleProfits slide at Rhenus despite post-Brexit warehousing boom
Strong demand for UK warehousing and storage services following Brexit helped Rhenus Logistics boost turnover by 8.2% last year.However, profits reduced due to increased investment in employee costs, as well as the reduced government assistance from its furlough scheme, coupled with inflationary pressures.Latest financial results for the year ending 31 ...
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MT ArticleGefco back on track after cutting ties with Russian Railways
International logistics firm Gefco has described how its global business became “exceedingly difficult” following the invasion of Ukraine by Russia, due to its association and links with state-owned rail firm Russian Railways.In its latest set of financial results, the haulage and shipping giant said its ultimate parent undertaking was placed ...
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MT ArticleSpeedy Hire calls on Isuzu to expand fleet
Speedy Hire has added 39 new Isuzu 7.5-tonne rigids to its fleet and hailed them for providing the business with a “perfect solution”.The order features rigid models specified with either beavertail plant bodies or half box/half curtain bodies and they will operate in various locations across the UK after being ...
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MT ArticleStrikes resume at Muller as dispute over driver rotas continues
HGV drivers at dairy firm Muller have resumed their strikes over “excessive rota demands” after industrial action was halted due to disruption by animal rights activists.Nearly 70 staff responsible for delivering milk and other dairy products to Marks & Spencer and Waitrose stores nationwide have taken nine days of strike ...