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Dorset hauliers closed down amid “extremely challenging” conditions
Two haulage firms near the south coast and operating out of the same premises with the same directors collapsed due to the fallout from Brexit, Covid and rising costs, their administrator said.
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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.
Women in Logistics event addresses NI trade challenges
Pallet-Track and Ballymena-based TST Group teamed up with Women in Logistics to host an event highlighting the complexities of cross-border trade post-Brexit.
LTS forecasts warehousing demand up a third
Transport and shipping specialist LTS Global said it predicted a significant jump in warehouse demand ahead of the festive season and that it was detecting confidence among retail customers.
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.
Women in Logistics event addresses NI trade challenges
Pallet-Track and Ballymena-based TST Group teamed up with Women in Logistics to host an event highlighting the complexities of cross-border trade post-Brexit.
LTS forecasts warehousing demand up a third
Transport and shipping specialist LTS Global said it predicted a significant jump in warehouse demand ahead of the festive season and that it was detecting confidence among retail customers.
Fatality after refuse truck crashes into house
A collision in Leominster this week in which a bin lorry struck a house and caused part of it to collapse led to the death of a passenger.
Driver trainer recognised for dedicated service
A Somerset logistics firm has presented one of its drivers with a crystal award and certificate of recognition to celebrate his service milestone with the company.
Dorset hauliers closed down amid “extremely challenging” conditions
Two haulage firms near the south coast and operating out of the same premises with the same directors collapsed due to the fallout from Brexit, Covid and rising costs, their administrator said.
Stop running today’s logistics operations with 20th century mindset, Ranstad warns sector
As traditional warehousing and haulage roles become more complex, logistics companies need to wake up and upskill their workers, a new report from global HR company Randstad warns.
Scottish government in talks with DFDS to restore Rosyth to Europe ferry route
A direct trade route between Scotland and Europe could reopen under Scottish government proposals, with the aim of boosting access to the EU market for Scottish exports, which have been hit by Brexit.
John Lewis cutting emissions today and in the future with the best technology available
Women in Logistics event addresses NI trade challenges
LTS forecasts warehousing demand up a third
Fatality after refuse truck crashes into house
Driver trainer recognised for dedicated service
Dorset hauliers closed down amid “extremely challenging” conditions
Stop running today’s logistics operations with 20th century mindset, Ranstad warns sector
Scottish government in talks with DFDS to restore Rosyth to Europe ferry route
Operator news
LTS forecasts warehousing demand up a third
Transport and shipping specialist LTS Global said it predicted a significant jump in warehouse demand ahead of the festive season and that it was detecting confidence among retail customers.
Driver trainer recognised for dedicated service
A Somerset logistics firm has presented one of its drivers with a crystal award and certificate of recognition to celebrate his service milestone with the company.
Dorset hauliers closed down amid “extremely challenging” conditions
Two haulage firms near the south coast and operating out of the same premises with the same directors collapsed due to the fallout from Brexit, Covid and rising costs, their administrator said.
APP Wholesale boosts deliveries and cuts fuel costs using PodFather software
Plumbing and heating merchant and distributor APP Wholesale has cut its delivery failure rate to below 1% and reduced mileage and fuel costs after introducing Podfather delivery software.
Hoylake Commercial expands Krone fleet with latest coil liner delivery
Krone Trailers UK has delivered another Coil Liner trailer to Hoylake Commercial, bringing the operator’s total Krone fleet to six, made up of three Coil Liners and three Profi Liner curtainsiders.
Delivery drivers at GXO in Motherwell strike in protest at “disgraceful” pay offer
GXO Logistics workers based in Motherwell, Scotland have begun strike action in a dispute over pay that threatens to hit deliveries to major clients including Costco, Loch Lomond distilleries, Superdrug, Savers, Poundland, Whyte and Mackay, and Glen Turner as well as Argos and TK Maxx.
Europa Road launches daily round trip service to Portugal
Europa Road, in partnership with Porto-based XBS, has launched daily delivery schedules and transport options for British customers, ranging from groupage to part-load and full-load services.
Whistl to stop 25 tonnes of label waste entering landfill
Whistl has implemented a new repurposing process which could see 25 tonnes of label waste converted into new liner or paper products rather than heading to landfill.
Menzies Distribution Solutions bests economic headwinds to deliver 2024 profit
National logistics and warehousing provider Menzies Distribution Solutions (MDS) delivered a pre-tax profit of over £7m in 2024, despite battling with the impact of high inflation rates and a weak economy, according to the company’s latest annual results.
Administration watch
Dorset hauliers closed down amid “extremely challenging” conditions
Two haulage firms near the south coast and operating out of the same premises with the same directors collapsed due to the fallout from Brexit, Covid and rising costs, their administrator said.
Midlands transport firm collapses following financial difficulties
More than 100 staff at a Ledbury-based haulage company have lost their jobs after it entered administration this month.
Pre-pack sale of Yorkshire haulier saves dozens of jobs
An East Yorkshire haulier established over 50 years ago has been sold in a pre-pack deal to its directors after it collapsed into administration, saving all 45 jobs.
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Industry news
Women in Logistics event addresses NI trade challenges
Pallet-Track and Ballymena-based TST Group teamed up with Women in Logistics to host an event highlighting the complexities of cross-border trade post-Brexit.
Fatality after refuse truck crashes into house
A collision in Leominster this week in which a bin lorry struck a house and caused part of it to collapse led to the death of a passenger.
Stop running today’s logistics operations with 20th century mindset, Ranstad warns sector
As traditional warehousing and haulage roles become more complex, logistics companies need to wake up and upskill their workers, a new report from global HR company Randstad warns.
Scottish government in talks with DFDS to restore Rosyth to Europe ferry route
A direct trade route between Scotland and Europe could reopen under Scottish government proposals, with the aim of boosting access to the EU market for Scottish exports, which have been hit by Brexit.
Record rise in doorstep parcel theft driving use of parcel lockers, new resarch reveals
Record levels of doorstep theft of parcels is undermining consumer trust in doorstep deliveries and driving the growth in out-of-home parcel delivery solutions, new research has revealed.
Scams using AI receipts for expenses on the rise, warns Radius
Google searches for ‘AI receipts’ have soared by 340% in the last three months, as more employees look to take advantage of AI-generated scams, a recent study has found.
UK must recruit and train 60,000 HGV drivers every year, new RHA figures reveal
The RHA is urging the government to reinstate key HGV driver training programmes and reform flexible skills funding to boost HGV driver numbers, following new research revealing the scale of the shortage.
FleetCheck launches partnership with Society of Operations Engineers as part of road safety drive
FleetCheck has signed a new partnership with the Society of Operations Engineers (SOE), as part of the company’s wider strategy to promote at-work road safety.
Rules modernised for diabetic drivers
HGV drivers with diabetes can now use modern technology to monitor their glucose levels instead of having to rely on finger-prick tests, after the DVLA updated its rules.
Drivers targeted by gangs to transport clandestines across borders
Lorry drivers are being actively recruited by criminal gangs to smuggle migrants in and out of the UK and risking prison sentences, according to law enforcers.
Interviews
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
From 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
“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 ...
Slash 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 ...
Operators willing to electrify but lack of charging holding them back says Logistics UK
Lamech Solomon has been Logistics UK’s head of decarbonisation policy since May 2025, and his CV includes almost two years at the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS).
Opinion
Technology and experience: A shared responsibility in preventing bridge strikes
The recent Motor Transport article exploring how technology overload might contribute to bridge strikes struck a chord with me. With 1,532 vehicles hitting bridges across the UK in the 2023/24 financial year, it’s no surprise that this remains one of the critical issues for the transport industry.
Logistics must seize the devolution opportunity
While representing Logistics UK at recent political party conferences, it became clear to me that the English devolution agenda is picking up speed — presenting a powerful opportunity for the logistics sector, but only if we grasp it.
Bridge strikes: how to protect your O-licence and business from disaster
Bridge strikes rank just below fatal road accidents in the list of transport operators’ worst nightmares, says Ian McCarron of McCarron Coates. But fear alone won’t prevent them - preparation, technology, and legal readiness can make all the difference
Entry/Exit System will soon affect international operators
On 12 October, the EU will roll out the Entry/Exit System (EES), replacing passport stamping with biometric checks at Schengen borders. This system will also be used to strictly enforce the 90/180 rule which will affects UK passport holders visiting Europe.
Contracts
Prolog takes on distribution for channel retailer Brand Creations
Fulfilment provider Prolog has struck a deal with the multi-channel retailer Brand Creations Group to manage the distribution of its products across the UK.
Fraikin contract deal a real glass act
Glass supplier Clayton Glass has signed its first ever contract hire deal with Fraikin and taken delivery of three new 18-tonne rigids, after a recommendation from one of its customers.
Masters Logistics continues partnership with British Sugar
Knowles’ group company Masters Logistical has signed a three-year contract with British Sugar, building on its longstanding partnership with the manufacturer.
ITD Global assists with Norwich City FC kit deliveries
Logistics management specialist ITD Global has extended its partnership with Norwich City Football Club and will continue to ensure its new shirts are delivered safely to fans.
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