All Operator news articles – Page 143
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MT ArticleAlto Distribution buys E. Massey (Transport) as growth drive continues
Leyland-based car transporter Alto Distribution has purchased family-owned E. Massey (Transport) in a bid to diversify into a new sector.The Warrington haulier provides road haulage, warehousing and vehicle servicing and was founded by the Massey family more than 40 years ago.It holds an operator licence in the north west for ...
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MT ArticleForetc launches Nexus IT system used by Pall-Ex
Fortec has rolled out a new IT system to its shareholder members following a multi-million pound investment, which it said had already propelled sister network Pall-Ex ahead of the market.It said that Nexus, built by Pall-Ex Group’s IT team, would play a large part in helping the pallet network achieve ...
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MT ArticleFreshLinc profits boosted by contract wins and surging volumes
FreshLinc increased turnover by 3% last year, despite fuel surcharge revenues falling following the Spring 2020 collapse in oil prices.For the year ending 30 January 2021, the Spalding-based temperature-controlled operator reported a £111m turnover, up from £108m the year before.Pre-tax profit jumped by 51.5% to £2.3m (£1.5m).In a statement signed ...
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MT ArticleLondon Electric Vehicle Company partners with Locks 4 Vans
The London Electric Vehicle Company (LEVC) has beefed up the security of its VN5 electric van by partnering with Locks 4 Vans, which offers bespoke solutions for commercial vehicles.Working alongside LEVC’s engineers, the company has developed a set of locking products, tailored to the VN5, including hook locks, slamlocks and ...
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MT ArticleTarmac smart card capturing key driver data reaches milestone
Tarmac’s use of a cloud-based driver compliance, engagement and training technology has reached a landmark after the company presented its 10,000th driver with a smart card.Supplied by specialist software solutions provider Reference Point, Tarmac’s OneCard digitally captures information and data on drivers’ credentials and training history, as well as key ...
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MT ArticleAssociated Cold Stores & Transport "in strong position" despite profits slump
Associated Cold Stores & Transport (ACS&T) said it ended last year in a strong financial position after Covid-19 resulted in a 17% reduction in turnover and knocked almost two-thirds off its pre-tax profit.The Grimsby temperature controlled storage and distribution company said market conditions had been “challenging” in 2020, particularly after ...
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MT ArticleSuez refuse collection drivers in Somerset offered £1,000 welcome bonus
Somerset’s waste collection contractor Suez is offering HGV drivers a £1,000 “welcome bonus” as it apologised to residents for ongoing service disruption.The Somerset Waste Partnership (SWP) which oversees collections in the county, said the cash reflected tough competition in Somerset, where the HGV driver shortage was more acute due to ...
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MT ArticleDiamond Logistics secures £2.5m funding to develop Despatchlab platform
Diamond Logistics has secured a £2.5m investment, which it said would be used to develop its platform Despatchlab and capitalise on the demand it has experienced due to the UK lockdowns.The Surrey-based delivery and fulfilment firm said consumers were now demanding same and next-day deliveries more frequently thanks to an ...
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MT ArticleBowker profits boosted by demand for storage space
WH Bowker said it was “pleased” with its trading performance last year after reporting an increase in pre-tax profits, thanks to the demand for shed space outstripping supply amid the pandemic.For the year ending 31 December 2020, the company saw revenues dip slightly, by 5.6% to £14.1m (£14.9m) but pre-tax ...
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MT ArticleXPO Logistics to sponsor new LGBTQ+ event
XPO Logistics is sponsoring the first ever Tamworth Pride festival in Staffordshire, signalling its support of LGBTQ+ employees.The company said it was continuing to expand its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and its sponsorship of the event on 14-15 August follows its sponsorship of the New York City Pride ...
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MT ArticleDPD swoops for CitySprint to boost same-day delivery network
DPD UK has acquired same-day delivery firm CitySprint in a move it said would strengthen its position in the market.It follows a period of growth for CitySprint, which DPD said had seen continued demand for its services as businesses sought out more urgent and time critical same-day deliveries.Elaine Kerr, DPD ...
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MT ArticleAllen Logistics adds new Actros with MirrorCam to fleet
Allen Logistics in Co. Armagh has once again chosen Mercedes-Benz for its fleet additions, meaning two-thirds of the fleet now display the three-pointed stars.It has taken delivery of two new Actros 2548 tractor units with MirrorCam technology and flat-floored 2.5m StreamSpace cabs and a pre-owned 18-tonne Actros.The company, headquartered in ...
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MT ArticleJohn Lewis and Poundland the latest to offer incentives to HGV drivers
Two more retailers are offering financial incentives to HGV drivers in an effort to retain staff and attract entrants to a sector desperately short of resource.The John Lewis Partnership said it was increasing annual salaries for its HGV drivers by up to £5,000 a year and offering “welcome payments” of ...
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MT ArticleGarden waste collections suspended in Exeter as councils report slide in staffing levels across UK
A shortage of HGV drivers brought about by the pandemic and self-isolation rules has meant garden waste collections in Exeter have been suspended.Collection of the waste bins stopped this week, although the council said it was aiming to resume the service later in the month.It said the staffing issues it ...
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MT ArticleHermes partners with Tesco to expand Parcelshop network
Hermes has announced a new partnership with Tesco to provide ParcelShop services across its convenience estate nationwide.Services will commence from 6 September in the first phase of stores and a continued roll-out is planned over the coming months.Hermes explained that with more consumers choosing Out of Home options for parcel ...
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MT ArticleEuropa Warehouse announces major investment in automation
Europa Warehouse has made an £11m investment in automation at its 715,000 sq ft facility in Corby, completed last year.A division of Europa Worldwide Group, it is working with psb intralogistics, based in Pirmasens, Germany to introduce Goods-to-Person (GTP) technology aimed at eliminating time consuming and unproductive activities.Commented Maria Torrent ...
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MT ArticleNew Asda trailers fitted with Carrier Transicold Vector HE 19 MT units
Asda has taken delivery of nearly 170 new refrigerated trailers, all fitted with Carrier Transicold’s flagship Vector HE 19 MT units.The move comes after a successful 12-month trial which highlighted the system's environmental credentials, fuel savings and alternative power options.A long-standing Carrier Transicold customer, the latest delivery means every new ...
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MT ArticleMarks and Spencer joins retailer race to attract HGV drivers
Marks and Spencer is to pay new HGV drivers a £2,000 sign-on bonus in a bid to ensure against empty shelves this summer, as the driver shortage crisis continues.The retailer’s offer tops Tesco’s recently announced incentive of a £1,000 bonus for new drivers, announced last week, but falls behind that ...
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MT ArticleNWF Group remains upbeat after profits hit by Brexit, Covid-19 and cyber-attack
NWF Group’s chief executive has praised the company for its “strong” performance in the face of Brexit, Covid-19 and a cyber-attack - despite a fall in both revenue and pre-tax profit.Reporting its annual results for the year to 31 May 2021, the specialist distributor of fuel, food and feed revealed ...
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MT ArticleDriver shortage sees Gist offer a £5,000 bonus to new drivers
Gist is offering up to £5,000 to HGV drivers joining the business from August in a bid to boost driver numbers and ensure continued deliveries to key customers, including Marks & Spencer.New drivers joining Gist will receive a £2,000 sign-on bonus and up to three additional retention payments for continued ...