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FedEx joins forces with Advent to acquire majority stake in Yodel owner InPost
InPost has confirmed that a consortium led by FedEx and private equity group Advent has forged a €7.8bn (£6.8bn) deal to buy a majority stake in the business.
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MBD Logistics Limited has licence revoked in “clear message” to haulage industry
Bolton-based MDB Logistics Limited has had its licence revoked by the Traffic Commissioner for the North West of England, in a ruling aimed at sending “a clear message to the wider industry.”
PD Ports plays key role in delivering 220 containers of solar panels across North East
PD Ports has successfully delivered 220 containers of solar panels and over 300 containers of lithium cubes to a range of major energy projects, including solar farms, across the North East of England.
Skills gap threatens UK’s switch to electric vehicles, warns Logistics UK
The lack of electric vehicle technicians, highlighted by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) this week, will inhibit the uptake of cleaner electric vehicles as operators will not have the confidence their fleets will be maintained, Logistics UK is warning.
MBD Logistics Limited has licence revoked in “clear message” to haulage industry
Bolton-based MDB Logistics Limited has had its licence revoked by the Traffic Commissioner for the North West of England, in a ruling aimed at sending “a clear message to the wider industry.”
PD Ports plays key role in delivering 220 containers of solar panels across North East
PD Ports has successfully delivered 220 containers of solar panels and over 300 containers of lithium cubes to a range of major energy projects, including solar farms, across the North East of England.
FedEx joins forces with Advent to acquire majority stake in Yodel owner InPost
InPost has confirmed that a consortium led by FedEx and private equity group Advent has forged a €7.8bn (£6.8bn) deal to buy a majority stake in the business.
Skills gap threatens UK’s switch to electric vehicles, warns Logistics UK
The lack of electric vehicle technicians, highlighted by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) this week, will inhibit the uptake of cleaner electric vehicles as operators will not have the confidence their fleets will be maintained, Logistics UK is warning.
EU gives nod to multiple entry visas for UK truck drivers travelling to Europe
The RHA has welcomed EU proposals to introduce multiple entry visas for UK truck drivers who travel to Europe.
Apprenticeship Week: Logistics firm Staci calls on government to subsidise apprenticeship salaries
As Apprenticeship Week kicks off, third party logistics provider Staci is calling on the government to do more to help businesses hire apprentices.
Evri raises £28,000 for Scope at charity golf day
Parcel delivery firm Evri has kicked off its second year of partnership with disability equality charity Scope by raising £28,000 at a charity golf day attended by some of its top clients.
Glennon Brothers acquires Hereford-based Pontrilas Group
Glennon Brothers has purchased timber processing firm Pontrilas Group in a move hailed as a “significant milestone” for the family-run Ayshire firm.
MBD Logistics Limited has licence revoked in “clear message” to haulage industry
PD Ports plays key role in delivering 220 containers of solar panels across North East
FedEx joins forces with Advent to acquire majority stake in Yodel owner InPost
Skills gap threatens UK’s switch to electric vehicles, warns Logistics UK
EU gives nod to multiple entry visas for UK truck drivers travelling to Europe
Apprenticeship Week: Logistics firm Staci calls on government to subsidise apprenticeship salaries
Evri raises £28,000 for Scope at charity golf day
Glennon Brothers acquires Hereford-based Pontrilas Group
Operator news
MBD Logistics Limited has licence revoked in “clear message” to haulage industry
Bolton-based MDB Logistics Limited has had its licence revoked by the Traffic Commissioner for the North West of England, in a ruling aimed at sending “a clear message to the wider industry.”
PD Ports plays key role in delivering 220 containers of solar panels across North East
PD Ports has successfully delivered 220 containers of solar panels and over 300 containers of lithium cubes to a range of major energy projects, including solar farms, across the North East of England.
FedEx joins forces with Advent to acquire majority stake in Yodel owner InPost
InPost has confirmed that a consortium led by FedEx and private equity group Advent has forged a €7.8bn (£6.8bn) deal to buy a majority stake in the business.
Apprenticeship Week: Logistics firm Staci calls on government to subsidise apprenticeship salaries
As Apprenticeship Week kicks off, third party logistics provider Staci is calling on the government to do more to help businesses hire apprentices.
Evri raises £28,000 for Scope at charity golf day
Parcel delivery firm Evri has kicked off its second year of partnership with disability equality charity Scope by raising £28,000 at a charity golf day attended by some of its top clients.
Glennon Brothers acquires Hereford-based Pontrilas Group
Glennon Brothers has purchased timber processing firm Pontrilas Group in a move hailed as a “significant milestone” for the family-run Ayshire firm.
GXO inks key warehouse operations deal with BMW for Swindon plant
Contract logistics giant GXO has signed a major deal with BMW Group to manage operations at its Swindon manufacturing plant, marking a key milestone in GXO’s expansion in the UK automotive sector.
Fred Sherwood sees turnover and profit reduce
Fred Sherwood Group saw its revenue and profits slide last year, but the bulk haulage company said it was in a strong position to withstand trading challenges.
Buffaload extends supply and logistics contract with Co-op
Cambridgeshire-based haulier Buffaload, has been awarded a new contract with Co-op, extending its more than 10-year partnership with the retailer.
DHL drivers at Jaguar Land Rover Solihull to vote on strike action over pay
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Administration watch
Figures suggest haulage insolvencies have peaked
The number of insolvencies in freight transport may have already peaked, according to estimated official figures for the sector.
Yorkshire scrap metal recycler and haulier in administration
One of the largest independent metal recycling companies in Europe and its transport arm have plunged into administration with the loss of more than 100 jobs.
MT Transport and recycling firm sold for more than £3.5m
The pre-pack sale of a West Midlands metals recycler and its transport division just before Christmas cost its purchaser £3.6m, the administrator has confirmed.
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Skills gap threatens UK’s switch to electric vehicles, warns Logistics UK
The lack of electric vehicle technicians, highlighted by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) this week, will inhibit the uptake of cleaner electric vehicles as operators will not have the confidence their fleets will be maintained, Logistics UK is warning.
EU gives nod to multiple entry visas for UK truck drivers travelling to Europe
The RHA has welcomed EU proposals to introduce multiple entry visas for UK truck drivers who travel to Europe.
Guide to support staff affected by traumatic incidents published
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport UK (CILT) has published a guide to support managers and teams affected by traumatic events, such as fatal collisions and suicides.
New analysis questions smart motorway safety record
Smart motorways have been a catastrophic waste of time, money and effort and worsened road safety, the AA said this week after National Highways released reports that rated them ‘very poor’.
Figures suggest haulage insolvencies have peaked
The number of insolvencies in freight transport may have already peaked, according to estimated official figures for the sector.
Operators offered free document to help respond to zero-emission HGV consultation
A template outlining the concerns operators running up to 10 lorries have over the transition to zero-emission fleets has been put together to help them respond to a government consultation on the issue.
“Geopolitical turbulence” threatens European road freight rate increases, new report warns
European road freight contract rates climbed whilst spot rates remained steady in Q4 2025, sustained by steady consumer demand on the continent, but continuing geopolitical turbulence in 2026 could hit this growth, a new report is warning.
Diesel van market dips in January as electric van demand rises by over a quarter
New light commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations fell by 7.8% in January, despite electric van sales rising by more than a quarter, as demand for diesel vans and pick ups fell, according to the latest research by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Nomination deadline extended for Everywoman in Transport Awards 2026
The deadline for nominations for the 2026 Everywoman in Transport and Logistics awards has been extended until midnight on February 9, 2026.
Logistics UK launches Grey Fleet Checks to cut operator risk
Fleet operators using “grey fleets” of employees’ own vehicles are often unaware of their legal responsibilities in running these fleets, leaving them vulnerable to serious financial and legal risks, Logistics UK is warning.
Interviews
“This changes everything” - megawatt charging for long-haul passes the test
Kempower used its MCS Live Winter Days event in Norrköping, Sweden for megawatt testing of Volvo, MAN and Scania trucks. The results show heavy-duty electric HGVs are ready for real-world operations
“Fleets won’t switch until TCO and profit stack up — here’s how to make it work”
New Voltempo chief executive Simon Smith admits HGV fleets are holding off on electrification because high energy costs, standing charges, and underused infrastructure are eroding margins. But could smarter depot charging and energy management finally make electric trucks commercially viable?
Harris MAXUS expands technician training to tackle skills shortage
The Dublin-based importer has invested significantly in its training academy to meet rising demand from over 90 UK dealers, delivering structured programmes from system technician to master technician level with particular focus on electric vehicle safety and diagnostics.
Martin 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
John Lewis cutting emissions today and in the future with the best technology available
The John Lewis Partnership’s fleet manager has cut transport emissions in half since 2018 by switching 500 trucks to bioCNG and trialling electric vehicles, achieving a major milestone by purchasing the company’s final diesel vehicle this year.
Hydrogen a viable option in a future multi-fuel zero carbon landscape
The HydraB group is targeting hydrogen pricing of £8/kg to 9/kg to achieve total cost of ownership parity with diesel equivalents, as CEO Harry Bowcott explains how an integrated approach across vehicle manufacturing, fuel production and infrastructure can simplify hydrogen adoption for fleet operators.
Malcolm Logistics looks for customer support for next steps on sustainability journey
Malcolm Logistics picked up the Haulier of the Year Award at the 2025 Motor Transport Awards, the second time the company has collected this coveted award.
“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
Opinion
We’ll need more than derisory grants to electrify our 26-tonne-plus HGV fleet
For UK operators, the decision to transition from their existing internal combustion engine (ICE) fleets to electric alternatives is shrouded in uncertainty. A good example of this is the derisory £18m grant allocated to operators who are considering the procurement of electric trucks.
Europe’s used truck market has come of age - what it means for UK hauliers
As UK hauliers face rising costs, persistent driver shortages and new CO₂-linked road charges for European operations from 2026, 2025 marked a turning point in Europe’s used truck market — offering British fleets a clearer, more strategic path to renewal
Customs changes demand urgent digital shift for freight operators
International freight businesses must urgently modernise customs systems to meet incoming UK and EU regulatory changes, including ICS2 Phase 3, France’s ELO requirements, and enhanced HMRC transparency measures, warns Derry Bros customs manager Sarah-Louise Murray.
Connectivity: The key to driverless HGVs
As the UK pushes towards connected and autonomous freight, it is the resilience of our data networks, not just the vehicles themselves, that will determine success.
Contracts
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Shipping giant MSC moves Turners work in-house
Shipping giant MSC is moving all work previously contracted to Turners Group firms Macintyre Transport and Goldstar to Maritime Transport, the company it acquired 18 months ago.
Great Bear builds on relationship with Weetabix
Culina Group’s Great Bear has extended its transport contract with Weetabix for another three years.
DX and Rhenus strike up partnership for two-person home delivery services
DX has taken over Rhenus Logistics’ two-person home delivery services in the UK and Ireland after the two businesses formed a strategic partnership.
CitySprint builds on Wickes contract success
CitySprint has extended its partnership with home improvement retailer Wickes until the end of 2027.
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