London Medway Reports Increase in Trade
Amid ongoing delays in the Port of Dover, London Medway has reported an increase in trade for the freight services between the UK and France. 34% more units have been seen arriving at the cross-channel port, which is part of the Peel Ports Group, one of the largest port operators in the UK, and run […]
Castell Howell Cuts Fuel Usage with New Purchase
Castell Howell, one of the UK’s leading independent food wholesalers, has announced the purchase of new vehicles that will allow the company to tackle rising fuel prices by cutting fuel usage, while also reducing its emissions. Joining the fleet are two new Eco-Drive-equipped Volvo FH tractors, as well as the first of two new 13.6-metre Gray […]
Archbold Logistics Announces Record Year
Archbold Logistics, the Greater Manchester-based logistics and distribution specialist, has announced a record year, after it saw its pre-tax profit quadruple in 2021. Contributing to this success were the company’s investment in its fleet and staff, as well as staying focused on delivering a high quality service across multiple sectors. According to its latest annual results […]
Electra Partners with Solomon for Hydrogen Truck
Solomon Commercials, the temperature-controlled rigids manufacturer, has partnered up with Electra Commercial Vehicles for the deliver of a 19-tonne hydrogen-powered truck, Electra eCargo. First of its kind to go into operation, the Electra eCargo fuel cell electric vehicle will be on trial with Sainsbury’s as part of the Government-funded Road to Hydrogen project. “We have […]
Clipper and Segura Partner for Sustainable Supply Chain
The UK’s leading retail supply chain business, Clipper Logistics, has partnered up with Segura, a supply chain transparency specialist, to ensure sustainable and ethical operations throughout its supply chain, as part of Clipper’s broader sustainability goal to be carbon net zero by 2035. Through this partnership, Segura will deliver its supply chain mapping and visualisation […]
Parcelhub Makes Investment in Electric Vans
Parcelhub, the UK’s leading multi-carrier management solution that was acquired by Whistl, has announced an investment in electric vans. As part of this commitment, Parcelhub will be investing £450,000 in the rollout of electric vehicles within its regional depot network. “We understand that we have an important role in reducing our impact on the environment […]
Decathlon Partners with Zeus Labs to Handle UK Freight
The world’s largest sports retailer Decathlon has partnered up with Zeus Labs, the UK-based logtech start up, to handle its UK freight. With its next generation digital solutions, Zeus will now handle almost half of the retailer’s restocking in the country. In an effort to simplify the haulage industry and drive the sustainable freight agenda, […]
DVSA Trials Game Changing Tachograph Technology
The DVSA is trialling a new tachograph sensing technology capable of identifying if an HGV driver is flouting tacho laws without the vehicle being stopped, in an attempt to prevent dangerously tired drivers from getting behind the wheel. The equipment can be used alongside a lorry or at the roadside. “We are committed to exploring […]
DHL Shares Results of Sustainable Delivery Trial
In an attempt to explore ways to reduce traffic and improve air quality, DHL Supply Chain has conducted a sustainable delivery trial at London’s historic Billingsgate Market. Joined in this venture by the The City of London Corporation and Ford Pro, together with 40 traders, DHL aims to find out more about sustainable fuels and […]
FleetCheck Accredited for DVSA’s Earned Scheme
A new FleetCheck service designed to make preventative maintenance inspections (PMIs) faster and easier has been accredited for the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency’s (DVSA) Earned Recognition scheme. Technician is available as an option for the company’s core FleetCheck fleet management software and allows PMIs to be carried out using any Android or iOS device, […]
Record-Breaking Year for Logistics UK’s Logistics Awards
Industry’s blue riband event, Logistics UK’s Logistics Awards 2022, has received the highest number of entrants since the event was launched in 2017. And with entries closing on 29 July 2022, businesses wishing to join the winners line up are encouraged to enter now to ensure their work can be considered. The awards, sponsored by Kärcher, recognise the […]
Bridgestone & Webfleet Showcase Tyre and Mobility Solution
Bridgestone and its globally trusted fleet management solution, Webfleet, will be at IAA Transportation 2022 to showcase its diverse portfolio of premium tyres, tyre-centric technologies and advanced mobility solutions designed to improve efficiency, sustainability and convenience for fleets. Together, Bridgestone and Webfleet are on a mission to move the world towards a sustainable future of […]
RFiD Discovery Acquires Tracktio to Enhance Growth
RFiD Discovery is pleased to announce the acquisition by its parent company Paragon ID of Tracktio, a Spanish provider of asset and people tracking solutions specifically designed for industries operating in complex and hazardous environments. This acquisition will enable RFiD Discovery to strengthen its offerings serving industrial markets. “The acquisition of Tracktio will help us expand our […]
Demand for Greener Approach to Fleet Vehicle Branding
Growing demand for a greener approach to fleet vehicle branding and livery is being met by Mediafleet with a new annual sustainability report. Barnaby Smith, managing director at the vehicle graphics company, said that the document would eventually be accompanied by a revised company Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) policy that aimed to answer difficult […]
Evri Pledges Support SMEs with Apprenticeship Levy Funding
Evri, one of the UK’s leading consumer delivery companies, has pledged over £150k of its apprenticeship levy funds to help support SMEs for the second year running. This will enable other companies to take on new apprentices or upskill existing ones, providing a valuable boost for their businesses as they experience rising costs. This follows […]
XPO Logistics Trials VUE’s Bridge Safety Technology for UK
XPO Logistics, a leading provider of freight transportation services, has partnered with VUE Group, a Radius business, to trial the Low Bridge Alerting System for commercial transport operations. XPO evaluates the new in-cab truck technology during day and night distribution runs from its Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk depot. UK-based VUE is a specialist innovator of […]
Expect Distribution Has Doubled Its 2021 Profit
Expect Distribution, a Bradford-based logistics company, has released its latest annual results that show the company has more than doubled its pre-tax profit in 2021 with “significant” new contact wins contributing to growth. The annual results come in the same month new MD Matthew Kilner and operations director Andy Taylor officially take over Expect Distribution from […]
Fleet Sector Needs Constructive Discussions On Road Charging
The fleet sector needs to start having a constructive discussion about the likelihood of road charging being introduced in the future and the kind of scheme it would like to see, says FleetCheck. Peter Golding, managing director at the fleet software specialist, said that the rapid growth in electric vehicles expected over the next few […]
Expleo Announces Green Shipping Innovation
Expleo, the global engineering, technology and consultancy service provider has developed an innovative closed-loop fuel solution for global shipping that delivers a 92% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions (GHGe) and OPEX savings of £1.4m a year, per vessel. The solution was defined during Expleo’s feasibility study into clean power propulsion systems, funded through the Department for […]
Tevva Motors Signs Deal for Its Hydrogen Electric Trucks
In the break of a surging demand for hydrogen electric trucks, Tevva Motors has signed a deal with Canadian firm Loop Energy. As part of the two-year agreement, the firm will supply £9.9 million worth of fuel cell systems in 2023. Announcing the deal this week Loop Energy said that the “significant surge in order […]
DHL Set to Invest Across Its E-Commerce Operation
DHL has announced its £482 million investment across its UK e-commerce operation, which follows the company’s 40% volume uplift and soaring demand for its e-commerce and B2B services. “This investment is a real demonstration of the excellent work our people and partners have delivered over the past two years to get us to the level […]
Key Employees Join Hexagon Leasing to Support Growth
Hexagon Leasing CEO Alan Ellison has announced that David Hodgkinson, Michael Webb and Dave Karmock have all joined the company in key roles, having previously worked for Ryder. They have taken up their positions from July 1st. “Following the growth of the business and to support our future strategic development plans, I would like to […]
Bridgestone and Seven Asset Management Enter Partnership
Bridgestone’s ‘always on’ approach to fleet management has helped secure a partnership with one of the most respected contract hire experts in the east of England, encompassing over 3,000 vehicles from EVs right through to HGVs. Seven Asset Management has entered into a three-year agreement with Bridgestone to manage its tyre programme across all sectors, from cars […]
Energy Prices Forecast to Dampen EV Demand
More than half of fleet operators (53 per cent) expect high energy prices to dampen demand for EVs, according to research from mobility solutions specialists Bridgestone and Webfleet Solutions. The price cap on electricity increased from 21p to 28p per kWh in April and is set to rise again in October, following an Ofgem (Office […]
Rising Fuel Prices Accelerate Switch to Electric Vehicles
Half (50%) of UK businesses reliant on fleets to operate have accelerated their transition to electric vehicles (EVs) as spikes in fuel prices continue to hammer diesel-powered vehicle users, according to new research from Samsara, the pioneer of the Connected Operations Cloud. The research, which sought the views of 1,500 operational leaders including 200 in […]
Fund for Scotland’s Railway Network Positive Step Forward
Network Rail’s announcement that it will invest more than £120m of Scottish Government funding to boost the electric power supply of Scotland’s railway network over the next three years will help speed the network’s move to decarbonisation, according to Logistics UK. “Improved infrastructure is a core element of the decarbonisation process. The investment in the […]
EU-Bound Logistics Networks Are Relaxing
This week’s data suggest that pressure on Europe-bound logistics networks is dissipating but is still well above pre-pandemic levels. The Matrix shows the sentiment indicators, which provide a guide to future behaviour, suggest less pressure on networks, though retail sales have yet to drop to pre-pandemic levels and inventories are still not fully refilled. Demand […]
Network Rail Installs Dedicated EV Charging Infrastructure
Network Rail has installed its first dedicated EV charging facilities for their commercial road fleet at its Swindon and Bristol depots. Moreover, the company has also started trialling a fleet of electric vans for use across its network. Managed by Novuna Vehicle Solutions, the charging infrastructure will support the trial of 25 fully electric small […]
Nominations for Logistics UK’s Van Awards 2022 Now Open
Nominations for Logistics UK’s Van Awards 2022 have opened, and with so much excellent competition across the sector, the business group is advising all operators to apply now for the chance to be recognised as the best in the industry. Concluding with an awards ceremony to be held at the Hyatt Regency, Birmingham on Friday […]
DP World Unveils Electric Terminal Tractor
DP World has announced the arrival of the first ever all-electric terminal tractor at a British port. The Terberg YT203-EV will primarily be used at London Gateway for transporting goods the two-mile distance from the quayside to a distribution facility at the adjacent logistics park. DP World added that it plans to make its entire […]
Northgate Launches LCV Drive to Zero Programme
Northgate Vehicle Hire has launched a fleet electrification programme, Drive to Zero, to provide customers with a full suite of solutions designed to aid fleets’ transition to electric LCVs. Northgate has continued its transformation into a specialist B2B customer-centric LCV mobility provider over the last two years and has been building the foundations for an […]
Whistl to Refresh Its Parcelhub Brand
Whistl, the UK’s leading logistics specialists in e-fulfilment, mail and parcels has refreshed its Parcelhub brand aligning it more closely with the Group’s overall look and feel. The refresh comes four years after the initial acquisition of the company. The Parcelhub brand focuses on SME and mid-market online retailers and brands with a more regionalised […]
Clipper’ Click & Collect Service Trialled by Primark
Clipper Logistics has been chosen by clothing retail giant Primark for the store’s click and collect trial, which will be using Clipper’s Clicklink operation. “The Clipper track record in both retail logistics, e-fulfilment solutions, and the development of our collaborative, retail focussed, click & collect solution Clicklink will all be put to great use in […]
Digitisation Improving Profits for the Logistics Businesses
The UK’s transportation, manufacturing and logistics industries are accelerating digitisation and digital technology adoption in the face of ongoing supply chain disruption, labour shortages and unsustainable increases in fuel costs. That’s according to new research carried out by Samsara with 1,500 operational leaders, including 200 in the UK, which reveals companies are focused on strengthening their […]
Stotts Group Expands Its Presence in the South West
Stotts Group, which owns Willmotts Transport and S&B Transport Services, has boosted its presence in the South West of England with the acquisition of Somerset-based Parker Transport (SW). The acquisition adds two new sites to its existing eight locations and expands its total fleet to around 160 trucks and 170 trailers. Parker Transport (South West), […]
Government Funds Driver Training for Military Veterans
A charity that supports armed forces veterans in finding work in transport and logistics has received a £100,000 boost from the government. The grant has been provided to Veterans into Logistics (VIL), which gives bespoke training for former military personnel who want to pursue a career as HGV drivers. VIL said the funding from the […]
