All articles by Tim Wallace
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MT ArticleBudget and government both branded a ‘disaster’ by logistics leaders
Leading figures in the logistics sector have hit out at the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget, warning of rising costs and uncertainty for operators.
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MT ArticleBeverley Bell strengthens compliance offer with new London HQ and Transport Manager Hub
Beverley Bell Consulting & Training has opened a new office in Westminster and confirmed the launch of a dedicated Transport Manager Hub, strengthening its in-person training capability and support offer for operators across the commercial vehicle sector.
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MT ArticleMartin Willmor’s vision for DHL Supply Chain: strategy, challenges and growth targets
Returning to DHL at a pivotal moment, new UK&I CEO Martin Willmor lays out a focused five-point strategy - spanning growth sectors, transport reform, major startups and property investment - to steer the business confidently through a shifting economy
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MT ArticleDriver tech overload risks bridge strike safety, hauliers warn
Fleet operators say they are walking a tightrope between embracing new technology to prevent bridge strikes and overloading drivers with too many in-cab systems — especially among an ageing workforce struggling to adapt to constant digital change.
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MT Article“Cutting off the tail was the first step” — Angela Carus on leaving Boughey to reshape a local family firm
Seven months into her new role, the former Boughey MD explains why she left a major operator to take on the challenge of transforming Law Distribution
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MT ArticleFrom turbulence to turnaround: Life after Charlie Shiels at ArrowXL
After years of upheaval and the departure of chief executive Charlie Shiels, ArrowXL is embarking on a recovery mission. Backed by French logistics giant Jacky Perrenot, new CEO Philippe Cuoc reveals his plan to rebuild the Wigan-based delivery firm from the inside out
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MT Article“Cyber threat now critical" - tech CEO reveals how to protect your business
Ransomware attacks on transport fleets are escalating, exposing weaknesses in outdated IT systems. Trimble chief executive Rob Painter and technical lead Jonah McIntire tell Motor Transport that moving to AI-powered, cloud-based platforms isn’t just vital for cybersecurity - it’s also key to boosting efficiency, automating routine tasks, reducing emissions and ...
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MT ArticleFercam bets on HVO as freight volumes stall
International haulier Fercam is ramping up its commitment to decarbonisation with a major shift to HVO across its European fleet, including in the UK, as part of its 2030 sustainability roadmap.
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MT ArticleTransporeon launches AI-driven Transport Planner to slash logistics costs
Transport management platform Transporeon, a Trimble company, has launched a suite of new AI-powered tools aimed at delivering a fully modular, end-to-end transportation management system (TMS).
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MT ArticleTrimble CEO: "AI and data must power the next era of logistics"
Rob Painter, chief executive of tech giant Trimble, has delivered his vision for the future of the logistics sector at this year’s Transporeon Summit in Amsterdam.
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MT ArticleSlash costs and kill downtime – expert panel reveals the tech that can transform your operation
The RHA Future Forum in Birmingham saw industry leaders share how digital technologies are already driving big savings and smarter operations in logistics. From cutting empty miles to predicting maintenance and supporting decarbonisation, these emerging tools are making a real difference. If you’re not exploring them yet, now’s the time ...
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MT ArticleTech boss: how one logistics client saves £900K a year with AI
Artificial intelligence is already delivering millions in savings for UK fleet operators by cutting costs, boosting driver performance, and enabling smarter operational decisions, according to a keynote presentation at the RHA Future Forum in Birmingham.
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FCZ ArticleZEHID leaders hit back at battery-electric scepticism
Industry leaders overseeing the UK’s flagship zero-emission HGV trial have cited hard data, real-world performance and strong customer demand as proof that the transition to net zero is accelerating.
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MT ArticleBattery-electric push “built on myths and political correctness”, slams Gray & Adams boss
Battery-electric trucks are “not zero emissions”, the government’s net zero plan is “ill-considered”, and the push behind it is being driven more by “political correctness and media propaganda” than operational reality.
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MT ArticlePall-Ex plans Cornwall logistics centre
Pall-Ex Group’s warehousing and storage subsidiary, Pall-Ex Logistics, is significantly enhancing its services in Devon, Cornwall and the wider South West region with the construction of a logistics centre.
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FCZ ArticleRHA hails plug-in lifeline for hauliers
The RHA has welcomed the government’s confirmation that the Plug-in Van and Truck Grant (PVG) will be extended until at least 2027 — a move it said brings “welcome certainty” to operators navigating the transition to zero-emission commercial vehicles.
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MT ArticleXPO the key ingredient in new e-fulfilment deal
XPO has signed a logistics deal with British kitchenware brand Joseph Joseph.
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MT ArticlePullman unveils IMI-backed workforce training to tackle skills crisis
Pullman Fleet Solutions has officially launched Pullman Academy, an accredited training provider for employers across logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, and construction.
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MT ArticleBuyout fuels growth drive at NPC Commercials
Wrexham-based NPC Commercials has been acquired for an undisclosed sum by NPC Billington, a newly-formed company led by Gary Billington and including his daughter Georgi Billington and Callum Watkins, who has taken up the role of operations director.
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FCZ ArticleDual-use charging hubs critical to electrifying HGV fleets, says Heliox UK head
Strategic partnerships and dual-use charging infrastructure will be pivotal to accelerating the transition to electric HGV fleets, according to Stephen Wood, UK and Ireland country manager at Siemens eMobility / Heliox.