Logistics firms talk the talk on green initiatives and AI
New figures reveal that more transportation & storage sector businesses are ‘very concerned’ about the impact of climate change than any other sector. However, many have not taken steps towards cutting emissions and are lagging far behind in vital AI technological investment, says the home delivery expert Parcelhero. New figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) […]
UK Garage and Bodyshop Event new for 2024
As anticipation builds for the second edition of the UK Garage and Bodyshop Event at the NEC in Birmingham on June 5 and 6 2024, the trade exhibition has unveiled details of this year’s 14 show features and new training hubs designed exclusively for garages and technicians. This unique trade event offers a prime opportunity […]
New route between South Coast & West Midlands
National Express has announced plans to increase direct coach services for customers travelling between the South Coast and the West Midlands. From Friday 12 April 2024, the UK’s largest scheduled coach operator will introduce a new daily 161 service departing the coastal town of Bournemouth, calling in at Southampton, Swindon and Cheltenham before heading to […]
Helixx Registration for Low-Cost EV Subscription
Helixx Registration for Low-Cost EV Subscription : Last-Mile drivers invited to join the eMobility revolution for sustainable fleet electrification in Singapore and beyond Helixx, a global technology company focused on revolutionising electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing, is today opening driver registrations for its groundbreaking Helixx vehicle subscription program. The driver registration initiative marks a significant step […]
New Car Market Best March Since Pre-Pandemic
New Car Market Records Best March Since Pre-Pandemic, NFDA Calls for Price Incentives as Private Demand Lags Behind Fleet “March signals a twentieth month of consecutive growth for the automotive sector, a remarkable milestone for the industry” said Sue Robinson, Chief Executive of the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA), which represents franchised car and commercial […]
PFlow Industries Highlights M Series Mechanical Lift
PFlow Industries Highlights M Series Mechanical Lift : Versatile VRC Improves Efficiency and Worker Safety PFlow Industries, the founders of the vertical reciprocating conveyor (VRC) industry, highlights its M Series 2-Post Mechanical Material Lifts that are ideal for almost any material lifting application. The PFlow M Series moves materials faster and more safely than forklifts, with standard […]
EVbee debuts new Lumina charger & Prisma Energy Hub
EVbee debuts new Lumina charger & Prisma Energy Hub at Everything Electric 2024 EVbee, the innovative Dutch EV charger manufacturer, proudly introduces its two new products in partnership with UK distributor Hydra at Everything Electric London. New products include the Prisma Energy Hub, an innovative smart energy management system, and the Lumina AC Public Charger, […]
Global battery manufacturer invests for further growth
Global battery manufacturer Alexander Battery Technologies (ABT) is to recruit and heavily invest in its UK and overseas sites as it embarks on an ambitious growth strategy to meet rising worldwide demand. The Peterlee based company, which designs and manufactures customised rechargeable battery packs for a range of industries, has enjoyed strong growth in the […]
Operators confirmed to run remaining Bee Network
Contracts have been awarded by Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) to operate the final round of Bee Network services in Stockport, Tameside, Trafford and remaining parts of Manchester and Salford from 5 January 2025 – at which point all buses across Greater Manchester will be franchised and under local control. Currently around 50% of services […]
5 Actions the Government Must Take on EV Trucks
Tevva Thought Leadership: The elephant in the room: five actions the government must take on electric trucks : By Stuart Cottrell, Head of Energy Services and Government Partnerships at Tevva The lack of any EV incentives in the spring budget was largely seen as a missed opportunity. In fact, several carmakers reacted furiously, with one […]
Free Webinar Replay: Empowering Logistics
Free webinar replay: Empowering Logistics: GxpManager’s Role in Digitizing Critical Data and Ensuring Compliance Watch webinar replay. In recent years, the logistics and transport industry has experienced remarkable growth and many challenges. Maintaining impeccable service quality amidst this rapid expansion has become increasingly intricate. However, within these challenges lies an opportunity for stakeholders to embrace […]
Transport UK largest rail replacement operator
Transport UK (TUK) becomes the largest rail replacement operator in the UK today, providing Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) with both planned and emergency rail replacement services. GTR is the largest Train Operating Company (TOC) in the country with 18% of all railway journeys across 236 stations from London to Peterborough, and Brighton to Bedford. All […]
ParcelCompare again FT 1000 fastest-growing companies
The ground-breaking online price comparison site ParcelCompare has once again featured in the Financial Times’ FT 1000 list of Europe’s fastest-growing companies. The pioneering online parcel price comparison site ParcelCompare has again charted in the Financial Times’ eighth annual FT 1000 list of Europe’s fastest-growing companies. This year, it has achieved 624th place, making it the highest- ranking UK parcels company […]
Breakthrough hydrogen cell to unlock zero emission
Loughborough company unveils breakthrough hydrogen fuel cell to unlock zero emission future for passenger cars A technology company that is based in Loughborough has unveiled a brand-new hydrogen fuel cell that has the power to make the global rollout of zero emission passenger cars a reality – and boost the East Midlands and UK economy. […]
Electric transformation of Oldham bus depot completed
Work to electrify Oldham bus depot and enable charging for a new fleet of modern zero emission buses for the Bee Network has been completed. As part of the Bee Network, buses in Greater Manchester are being brought back under local control for the first time in almost 40 years, with the next phase of […]
Closer Government & Industry Ties are Essential
A senior Government Minister has told leaders of the logistics sector that close Government collaboration with businesses, academia and trade organisations is the only way to ensure resilient UK supply chains. Delivering the keynote speech at Logistics UK’s Supply Chain Resilience event in central London today, Minister for Industry and Economic Security Nusrat Ghani MP highlighted the […]
UKWA Year of Warehousing Student Bursary winner
Sina Khodaee, a PhD student from the University of Bath, has been awarded the UKWA Year of Warehousing Student Bursary for his essay on ‘The Future of Warehousing’, winning £800 of vouchers to mark the association’s 80th anniversary. He was announced as the winner at last week’s UKWA National Conference by CEO Clare Bottle, and […]
Ribble Valley Truck Run 2024 – March 31st
Initially the truck run was created by a truck driver to express appreciation for the NHS workers during the Covid pandemic. Inspired by its reaction, Matthew Hargreaves and Chris Dixon, decided to take on the organisation of a 2nd Ribble Valley Truck Run in 2021, but this time to raise money for JDRF (a diabetes […]
Road Transport Expo – Everything in One Place!
If last year’s RTX was a roaring success, then this year’s event promises to be even better, offering a one-stop shop for the road transport sector Visitors heading to the Road Transport Expo (RTX) this summer had best be wearing their comfy shoes, with more than 200 exhibitors already confirmed for the bumper tradeshow and […]
Lemon Sets Standard for 24/7 Customer Support Solutions
For logistics firms aiming to stand out in a crowded market, contact centre services, now an essential offering, add significant value. However, managing a contact centre often diverts management focus and resources away from the core service delivery. Experienced outsourcers like Lemon Contact Centre, a 24/7 UK-based specialist with two decades of expertise, offer a […]
G7 annual export figures put UK bottom of the class
G7 annual export figures put UK bottom of the class, says ParcelHero The OECD’s 2023 international merchandise trade statistics highlight the UK’s export problems last year. The UK had the lowest export figures of all the G7 countries and the second-worst trade balance, although exports did grow by 0.14% over 2022. The Organisation for Economic […]
National Express to trial brand-new GTe14 electric coach
National Express is first to trial brand-new GTe14 electric coach from Yutong National Express has today announced that it will be the first UK scheduled coach operator in the country to trial Yutong’s brand-new state-of-the-art GTe14 tri-axle battery-electric coach. Working in partnership with Yutong, the UK’s largest coach operator will launch the newest, biggest and […]
Global delivery and courier market set to reach $648bn
Global delivery and courier market set to reach $648bn and the UK market £25bn by 2030: Parcelhero By 2030, a tech-led revolution means the global delivery and courier market is set to rise from $482.9bn to $648bn and the UK courier market from £16.4bn to £25bn, says the international delivery expert Parcelhero. The expansion is […]
Optimising insurance to alleviate financial pressure
Optimising insurance to alleviate financial pressures on transport & logistics businesses : Scott McLuskey BA (Hons) Dip CII Transport and logistics businesses across the UK are operating in an increasingly challenging economic environment. Some businesses are struggling to stay profitable and are looking for ways to optimise cost. This exercise should include the insurance programme. […]
Armstrong Vehicle Centre New Showroom
Armstrong Vehicle Centre, (member of the Wm Armstrong Group), is set to make history with the grand opening of its new showroom in Kingstown, Carlisle. This event is set to mark an exciting announcement, as they introduces a new and innovative brand to the UK while reinforcing its commitment to sustainability alongside a rich history […]
Spring Budget fails to deliver for retailers and SME’s
The Budget that wasn’t. Spring Budget fails to deliver for retailers and SME businesses: ParcelHero The Spring Budget was more notable for what wasn’t announced than what was, says the home delivery expert ParcelHero. Among expected measures that weren’t announced were business rates reforms, scrapping the tourist tax and cutting VAT for hospitality businesses. The […]
Truck stops upgraded with £16.5m investment
Industry and Government are jointly investing £16.5 million to improve 38 truck stop rest areas across England. The Department for Transport (DfT) will invest £6m with £10.5m coming from industry, to significantly improve their facilities for lorry drivers. Lorry drivers will benefit from more parking spaces, better welfare facilities and safer rest areas, says the […]
Infinite PL Investment in GN TEQ Limited
Infinite PL announced that it is investing to take a significant stake in GN TEQ Limited, a United Kingdom based technology company focused on developing transformative software solutions to serve the e-commerce and cross-border logistics industries. London, United Kingdom, February 28, 2024 – Infinite PL, announced that it is investing to take a significant stake […]
Wincanton backs £762m takeover from GXO
Wincanton backs £762m takeover offer from GXO amid bidding war Bosses at logistics giant Wincanton have agreed to the latest takeover offer from a US suitor following a battle to buy the firm. On Thursday, GXO Logistics – a US-based logistics group – revealed it had made a 605p-a-share cash offer for Wiltshire-headquartered Wincanton, valuing […]
New generation trains for Naples Metro Line 6
Hitachi Rail to deliver new generation trains for Naples Metro Line 6 in €200m deal The order will be carried out at Hitachi rail’s factories in Naples and Pistoia. Hitachi Rail has been awarded a contract to supply new generation trains for Naples Metro Line 6 by the Municipality of Naples. The €200 million contract […]
e-power & Commercial Fuel Solutions partnership
Strategic partnership announced between e-power ® and Commercial Fuel Solutions® A strategic partnership between Commercial Fuel Solutions Limited and European generator manufacturer e-power ® has been announced. The official agreement places responsibility on Commercial Fuel Solutions Limited to operate as the exclusive distributor for the Belgian manufacturer’s range of Hydrogen electrical power generators within the […]
Multimodal – NEC Birmingham 11-13th June
Sustainable Supply Chain Management & Logistics For Cargo Owners. Since 2008, Multimodal has successfully built a supply chain and logistics community of shippers, retailers, manufacturers, wholesalers, importers and exporters alongside the suppliers who support them. The three-day show between 11th and 13th June 2024 offers a unique opportunity to make valuable face-to-face contact with new prospects and […]
CBVC Vehicle Management maximises fleet up-time
CBVC Vehicle Management maximises fleet uptime for Chasetown Civil Engineering Chasetown Civil Engineering is running a significantly more efficient fleet thanks to a bespoke solution from CBVC Vehicle Management, the Staffordshire-based fleet management company. Chasetown Civil Engineering is a family run business, also based in Staffordshire, which operates across the Midlands and Northwest. The business specialises […]
Few transport firms saw an increase in Jan turnover
Compared to any other sector, fewer transport & storage firms saw an increase in January turnover A new survey reveals only 6.7% of transport & storage sector businesses enjoyed an increase in turnover in January, the lowest result of all business sectors. The survey also reveals that transport companies are among the most pessimistic about […]
RHA Welcome UKWA, Year of Warehousing Visit
The RHA was delighted to join in with UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) celebrations as it marks its 80th anniversary. UKWA’s CEO, Clare Bottle visited the RHA’s Peterborough warehouse today (Monday 12 February). This is part of UKWA’s Around Warehousing in 80 Visits – a national ‘2024 The Year of Warehousing’ campaign to celebrate the landmark and […]
International trade takes to the skies
International trade takes to the skies to navigate Chinese New Year and Red Sea disruption Key express air cargo routes are experiencing severe delays and rising rates. Confronted by China’s Lunar New Year holiday and continuing Houthi attacks on shipping, some global companies are switching to air transport. This is disrupting global air freight, warns […]
