All Operator news articles – Page 2
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MT ArticleYorkshire haulier closed down amid loss of contracts and soaring costs
The collapse of a family-run, East Yorkshire haulage firm was triggered by rising fuel costs and the loss of contracts resulting in more than 20 redundancies, according to its liquidator.
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MT ArticleKnowles powers up operations with robot investment
Knowles Logistics has invested in a robot to undertake co-packing work in its warehouse.
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MT Article‘Solid’ results for Lenham amid challenging conditions
Lenham Storage Company increased revenues by 10% in “a solid trading year” that saw it win new business and renew several long-term contracts.
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MT ArticleMT data reveals which operators are expanding or reducing their fleets
KBC Logistics, DPD and Moran Logistics saw some of the most notable fleet increases over the last week, according to Motor Transport’s fleet data.
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MT ArticleShein expands UK footprint with new West Mids warehouse
Online fashion retailer Shein has marked a significant expansion of its UK network after opening an e-commerce logistics warehouse in Cannock and creating 450 jobs.
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FeaturesRoad Transport Expo is back bigger and bolder this summer
Road Transport Expo (RTX) is gearing up for its return to NAEC Stoneleigh, Warwickshire this summer, running from 30 June to 2 July. The three‑day show, which has fast established itself as one of the most important dates in the UK road transport calendar, promises another packed programme of vehicle ...
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MT ArticleLoop Logistics calls in the administrators
Northamptonshire logistics firm Instant Despatch Services (IDS), which trades as Loop Logistics, has joined an increasing number of hauliers falling into administration this year.
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MT ArticleAccident at Dungeness Power Station lands XPO in court
XPO Transport Solutions UK has appeared in court today (12 May) after a worker was seriously injured by a vending machine at Dungeness B Power Station.
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MT ArticleM&S acquires ASOS hub for £67.5m in drive to double online sales
Marks and Spencers has acquired a major distribution warehouse in Lichfield, Staffordshire, as part of a wider strategy to transform its supply chain and double online sales of its fashion, home and beauty business.
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MT ArticleNew era for Vantec as Sunderland-based 3pl becomes Logisteed UK
Vantec Euope, Nissan’s primary third-party logistics provider in the UK, has rebranded as Logisteed UK.
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MT ArticleFox Group buys concrete supplier Moore Readymix and surfacing specialist DSD Construction
Construction materials distributor Fox Group is ramping up its acquisition campaign with the purchase of concrete supplier Moore Readymix and surfacing specialist DSD Construction.
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MT ArticleHarris Group restructures management team as part of major growth drive
Harris Group is undergoing a management shake-up with chief executive Denise Harris (pictured left) taking on the role of executive chairperson, while group MD Brian Patterson (right) will become the group’s new CEO.
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MT Articlenorthstarr launches as tech-led parent of Pallet-Track
A newly formed, tech-led logistics group, northstarr, has been launched as the parent company of pallet network operator Pallet-Track, in a move aimed at reshaping how transport, warehousing and supply chain services are delivered.
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MT ArticleWillmotts Transport launches Chippenham depot
Warehousing and distribution specialist Willmotts Transport has opened a new 65,000 sq ft warehouse and operating depot in Chippenham - its eight warehouse to open in the South West region.
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MT ArticleBrian Yeardley Continental sees turnover leap in first full year after MBO
Brian Yeardley Continental returned to growth in 2025 thanks to its post-management buyout strategy of investing in people, equipment and sales activity, delivering gains across both its general cargo and live events operations.
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MT ArticleCreating a buzz, or droning on? Industry cautious as Amazon takes to the sky
Amazon’s launch of drone deliveries in Darlington has received a cool response from the industry and provided an “answer to a question no-one is asking”.
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MT ArticleSweet deal for IPP with Swizzels contract extension
Pallet pooler IPP has renewed its contract with sweet firm Swizzels, taking the long-standing partnership to over 17 years.
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MT ArticleNew sales manager appointment at Palletways Edinburgh
Palletways Edinburgh has recruited Andrew Grant from DX Freight to be its new sales manager.
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MT ArticleFraikin renews 333 vehicle fleet management deal with NHS Blood and Transplant division
Fraikin and NHS Blood and Transplant have strengthened their decades‑long partnership with a renewed fleet management agreement.
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MT ArticleGeodis to open pharmaceutical warehouse near Manchester airport
French transport and logistics giant Geodis is opening a temperature-controlled GDP-compliant pharmaceutical warehouse close to Manchester airport, which will support both inventory management and cross-docking operations.