All Operator news articles – Page 84
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MT ArticleHydrogen infrastructure rollout could take “decades”, expert warns
If haulage operators are to transition successfully to hydrogen-powered vehicles then decentralised methods of providing hydrogen must be rolled out, because the development of the country’s hydrogen fuelling infrastructure could take ”decades”.
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MT ArticleJanuary sees hundreds of HGV cargo thefts across the country, NaVCIS reveals
HGV cargo thieves have kicked off the new year with a spate of attacks across the country, prompting police to step up roadside stops of the types of trucks and vans most likely to be used by cargo criminals.
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MT ArticleRoyal Mail loses out to Evri on multi-million pound delivery deal with Ann Summers
Royal Mail has been replaced by parcel delivery firm Evri on a “multi-million pound” delivery contract with lingerie and sex toy retailer Ann Summers, following a retendering process.
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MT Article10th FORS Gold award for ELB Partners
Croydon logistics firm ELB Partners has achieved its 10th consecutive FORS Gold award following a comprehensive audit of its fleet of 60-plus trucks and trailers.
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MT ArticleProfits up as CS Ellis celebrates 90th anniversary
Rutland’s CS Ellis (Group) said it had enjoyed an “exceptionally good 90th year”, after pre-tax profit increased to almost £500,000.
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MT ArticleHoyer tanker drivers vote for strike action
Hoyer said it had a responsibility not to give its tanker drivers “unsustainable increases” in their salary after the Unite union threatened strike action in a row over pay.
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MT ArticleRevenue up at James Kemball as demand for storage grows
Growing demand for container storage helped increase turnover at James Kemball by 4.75% in 2022.
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MT ArticleCapper’s administrator explains firm’s failure
WJ Capper Transport’s demise was prompted by the Covid-19 pandemic which had a “severe impact” on the Shropshire business, according to its administrator.
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MT ArticleKnowles driver sings praises of new electric Volvo
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MT ArticleDAA Transport buys Floyd Schofield Haulage as it expands into the north of England
Logistics firm DAA Transport has acquired North Yorkshire-based Floyd Schofield Haulage, in a move aimed at expanding its presence in the North of England.
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MT ArticleMarshalls outsources major part of transport operations to Wincanton in five-year deal
Wincanton is taking over a major part of Marshalls’ transport operations, after signing a new-five year outsourcing deal with the building products manufacturer.
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MT ArticleCartwright Brothers celebrates 80 years in transport and warehousing
Lincolnshire-based Cartwright Brothers is celebrating its 80th year in business by expanding its fleet, which is sporting a commerorative livery to mark the occasion.
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MT ArticleGXO UK boosts revenue in 2022 but profit falls as XPO spin-off continues to resonate
GXO UK Logistics saw pre-tax profit fall in 2022, despite ”strong organic growth”, thanks to costs associated with its spin-off from XPO Group in 2021.
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MT ArticleAldi set to recruit 500 apprentices including trainee HGV drivers
Supermarket giant Aldi is looking to recruit over 500 new apprentices across the UK in 2024, including trainee HGV drivers and warehouse and logistics workers.
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MT ArticleATL Haulage Contractors acquired by German shipping giant Hapag-Lloyd
German international shipping and container transportation giant Hapag-Lloyd is expanding into the UK logistics market with the acquisition of London Gateway-based logistics firm ATL Haulage Contractors (ATL).
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MT ArticleStrong results for Cumbria’s Armstrong
Wm Armstrong increased turnover and profit last year as its general haulage and palletised goods activities returned to normal levels amid a post-pandemic environment.
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MT ArticlePowerday targets London with new electric skiploaders
Recycling and waste management firm Powerday has put into operation a pair of Volvo FE Electric skiploaders, two of the first to hit London’s streets.
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MT ArticleRecord year for Yodel with 191m parcels delivered
Yodel said 2023 was a record year for the business, with volumes up 3% to 191m parcels and revenues increasing by 3.4%.