Logistics UK Conference Set to Discuss the Future of Vans
Decarbonisation is a high priority for businesses operating vans of any fleet size, and to support this, Logistics UK has announced a session dedicated to exploring the future of vans at its upcoming Future Logistics Conference, part of the much-anticipated free Innovation and Technology in Transport ITT Hub event. To be held at Farnborough International […]
Cavotec Contract to Equip World’s Largest Container Ships
Cavotec has won a series of orders in the second quarter with a total value of EUR 5M to equip the world’s largest new-build container ships with ShorePower systems. This is in addition to EUR 3M in orders already secured in the first quarter. The powerful cleantech technologies enable dramatic pollution reductions and are the […]
Logistics Import Services Chosen by Katie Alice Ltd
Katie Alice Ltd, a leading retailer of vintage inspired homeware and kitchen accessories has selected Import Services as their logistics partner, for what is certain to be a busy year ahead. Formed just over ten years ago, Katie Alice is now Globally recognised for their whimsical designs, led by a love for vintage florals which […]
Global Road Freight Revenues to Grow 4.3% by 2025
Shell and Frost & Sullivan has published new research revealing that global road freight revenues are expected to grow by an average of 4.3% annually from 2020 to 2025. The whitepaper, Navigating Roadblocks in the Long-Haul Road Freight Industry, sheds light on the status of the commercial road freight industry, as the world responds to […]
More Than 150 Exhibitors Confirmed for ITT Hub!
More than 150 of the UK’s most innovative transport companies as well as key government departments and agencies will be showcasing their cutting-edge services, products, strategies and ideas at the free-to-attend Innovation & Technology in Transport – ITT Hub event, to be held at Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre on 30 June and 1 […]
Bridgestone’s Slick Response Times at Their ‘Best Ever’ Levels
Bridgestone’s 24/7 fleet service network is now operating at its best-ever levels according to bosses, who believe they are on course for their most efficient year in terms of breakdown responses. The Bridgestone Partner network is comprised of hundreds of respected tyre dealers who will guarantee the highest level of service to fleets. Statistics for […]
Visitors Can Ride the Vehicles of the Future at ITT Hub
Visitors to the free Innovation and Technology in Transport ITT Hub event this spring – the largest show of its kind in 40 years – will be given the unique opportunity to try out the UK’s most cutting-edge trucks, vans, buses, coaches, bikes and autonomous vehicles for themselves on a two mile Ride & Drive […]
GameByte Teams Up with 3PL to Target E-Commerce Growth
Social Chain owned gaming brand GameByte has signed a deal with Order Fulfilment Provider 3PL as it looks to further expand its e-commerce capabilities. GameByte is a community of 6.5 million gamers and aims to capitalise on the boom in online gaming with an e-comm website that features over 1,000 products including merchandise, gaming accessories, […]
Deliver Promise on Safe Parking Spaces for HGV Drivers
In response to the launch of Transport Focus’ 2020-2021 Logistics and Coach Survey: Strategic Roads, Michelle Gardner, Head of Public Policy at Logistics UK comments: “Logistics UK is pressing the Department for Transport (DfT) to take urgent action to tackle the nationwide shortage of parking spaces for HGV drivers; the findings of today’s report – that 56% of […]
Dawsongroup Finance Hits £150M Portfolio Milestone
Part of Dawsongroup PLC, the Ringwood-based company’s portfolio exceeded the major milestone for the first time in April, with £150m of financed assets in use which are currently funded by Dawsongroup Finance. Supported by a field-based sales team of six, approximately £100m of Dawsongroup Finance’s business is with Dawsongroup PLC customers based throughout the UK, […]
VisionTrack Continues Rapid Growth with US Expansion
VisionTrack, the leading provider of cloud-based video telematics, has expanded its international footprint with the launch of a new US business. The company aims to capitalise on growing demand in North America for advanced AI video telematics solutions by replicating the success it has achieved in the UK, Ireland and mainland Europe. VisionTrack Inc will […]
Hermes Appoints Head of ESG Sustainability
Hermes, one of the UK’s leading consumer delivery companies, has appointed a Head of ESG to drive the business’s environmental, social, governance agenda. Nancy Hobhouse will take up the newly created role, spearheading several key initiatives and developing an ambitious and robust ESG strategy. Her remit covers every aspect of the business from product development […]
Logistics UK’s Van Driver of the Year Has Been Launched
The search for the country’s best van drivers is back with the launch of Logistics UK’s Van Driver of the Year competition for 2021. Now in its seventh year, the popular contest will take place on Saturday 10 July 2021 at Bott Ltd in Ashby-de-la-Zouch and includes practical and theoretical challenges. Supported by the AA, Bott Ltd, Brigade Electronics, Hertz, Lex Autolease, Quartix and […]
Best Driving Routes in ‘Green’ Travel List Countries
Now that international travel is allowed in certain areas of the world, petrol-heads planning foreign holidays have been advised on the best driving roads to experience in some of the green list countries. Motoring experts from LeaseCar.uk have researched and revealed some of the most impressive and scenic driving routes in five of the most […]
Logistics UK Welcomes Williams-Shapps Review
The plans outlined in the Williams-Shapps Review are essential for the future of rail freight, and the creation of a single body – Great British Railways – will help to better embed freight into decision making, according to business group Logistics UK, which represents the whole sector. Elizabeth de Jong, Director of Policy at Logistics […]
Zenith Brings Commercial Vehicle Operations Together
Zenith has brought all of its commercial vehicle operations together under the Zenith Commercial brand. The move follows Zenith’s acquisition of the Cartwright Fleet Services, finance sales and rentals businesses in September 2020 and is the latest phase of Zenith’s integration strategy. Zenith Commercial comprises the existing legal entities Contract Vehicles Limited (CVL) and Contract […]
Keep Driver Testing at Top Speed, Logistics UK Urges DVSA
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) must maintain its rapid programme of vocational driver tests, according to business group Logistics UK, if it is to overcome the backlog of outstanding tests which threatens to derail the UK’s highly interconnected supply chain, due to a shortage of drivers. Speaking after a meeting with new DVSA […]
Distributors Have Started Adopting Digital Transformation Strategies
Sage has launched the ‘Global distributors transform to adapt, survive and thrive’ about the adoption of digital transformation, in partnership with IDG. The results reveal how distributors are addressing challenging external forces with a focus on improving customer service and experience (39%), implementing cloud-based apps (37%), and improving e-commerce capabilities (36%). Leveraging cloud technology to […]
FleetCheck Records 10,000th Vehicle Integration with Quartix
Fleet software company FleetCheck has recorded its 10,000th vehicle integration with real-time car and van tracking specialist Quartix this week. Quartix joined the FleetCheck Partner Programme six years ago and the two companies have since worked together on projects covering more than 130 different fleets. “Quartix have been one of the most successful members of […]
Logistics UK’s Fleet Engineer Back by Popular Demand for 2021
Vehicle technology is evolving at a rapid rate and commercial vehicle engineers must keep pace to ensure their maintenance programmes are fit for the modern fleet. To help those responsible for the maintenance of fleets of all sizes, Logistics UK’s Fleet Engineer Conference returns for 2021, taking place on 7 September 2021 at the British […]
Electric Utility Vehicle Range from STAR EV Set to Shine
Electric power, it’s a hot topic and rightly so. There’s no reason why transportation shouldn’t be predominantly all electric in the next ten years, but you need the right products to make that a reality which is where STAR EV steps in. This rising brand from an award-winning company launches in the UK with a […]
Astronaut to Headline Future Logistics Conference
From self-driving vehicles transporting goods, to warehouses run on Artificial Intelligence, logistics businesses are harnessing the technology of tomorrow to revolutionise the efficiency of the industry. To help identify where space-age inspiration could provide solutions for 21st century challenges, Major Tim Peake CMG will be the keynote speaker at Logistics UK’s Future Logistics Conference at […]
ArrowXL Wins Johnson Health Tech UK Contract
Johnson Health Tech UK, the specialist supplier of cardio, strength, and group training equipment has chosen ArrowXL, the leading two-person home delivery and warehousing specialist, to support the next phase of its significant home retail growth. Under the terms of the deal ArrowXL will be responsible for delivery of around 2500 products, mainly treadmills and […]
How Will E-commerce Cope with Demand?
Dan Marchant, e-commerce director of Vape Club, saw an unprecedented growth in sales during lockdown, peaking at nearly 300% above their normal run rate. He was able to refine his operations from his warehouse in Watford, leading to his business receiving praise from reviewers who were delighted with the fast shipment and efficient service. Here […]
Arval Report Shows Real-World Electric Van Range Figures
A new report from leading sustainable mobility specialist, Arval, which has more than 175,000 vehicles on its UK fleet, aims to help businesses adopt eLCVs through an investigation into real-world range i.e. how far they can go on one charge. For businesses used to running diesel vans and not having to unduly worry about time […]
Logistics UK Restarts Classroom Training for Its Courses
Logistics UK has returned to scheduling classroom-based training for its well-respected compliance courses. These courses are being scheduled in line with government COVID guidelines and with spaces on popular courses such as Driver CPC and Transport Manager CPC likely to fill up fast, we advise booking now to avoid disappointment. “Logistics businesses have played a […]
Isuzu Facilitates Ambulance Converter for Blue Light
When specialist vehicle converter Blue Light Services were looking for a new delivery vehicle to carry its finished ambulances from its production facilities to customers, they needed a truck that was not only flexible in operation but one that could carry a finished payload of up to 4 tonne, so Isuzu became one of the […]
Mears Group Manages Strategic Growth Despite Losses
Mears Group has announced a significant strategic progress, despite having slipped to a pre-tax loss in its full year results. The listed company reported a statutory loss before tax on continuing items, after the amortisation of acquisition intangibles and exceptional items, of £15.2 million for the year ended 31 December 2020, compared to a profit […]
Zenobe Joins Extreme E as Official Energy Storage Supplier
Zenobe, the UK’s leading independent owner and operator of battery storage and EV fleet specialists, will be providing a second-life battery to provide power to Extreme E’s site operations. These include the team garages and critical broadcast infrastructure, helping the series meet its net-zero target and highlighting the power of a circular economy. The battery’s […]
XPO Logistics Wins Contract with Pearson Education
Pearson Education has awarded the leading global provider of supply chain solutions, XPO Logistics, a contract to distribute courseware and assessment materials in the UK. British-based Pearson is a leading provider of educational materials, e-learning programs and assessment services for schools, corporations, students and clinicians in 70 countries. “We’re delighted to welcome our new customer, […]
Protect Drivers Against People Smuggling Penalties
Responsible hauliers and drivers who are unwitting victims of people-smuggling gangs should not be penalised if all precautions have been taken to protect their vehicles, according to Logistics UK. The statement comes in response to the government’s consultation, New Plan for Immigration, which would see changes to the penalties imposed on logistics businesses and their […]
The Most Affordable Tech Upgrades for Your Vehicle
Brits considering a vehicle upgrade, but not looking to break the bank have been advised on affordable tech upgrades. The motoring experts at LeaseVan.co.uk have revealed the best tech additions to give cars or vans a modern edge. Installing car components can be a difficult task and going to a specialist can often be off-putting […]
Unlock Capacity for Rail Freight to Meet Net Zero Emissions
In response to the publication of the Rail Delivery Group’s Value of Rail Freight report, Zoe McLernon, Policy Manager of Multi Modal at Logistics UK comments: “Logistics UK is urging the government to unlock capacity for rail freight services to help meet the target of a net zero emission economy by 2050. Currently taking seven […]
Zenobe & McGill : Sustainable Transport to Scotland
Zenobe Energy, the UK’s leading independent owner and operator of battery storage, which powers 20% of the EV bus market in the UK, has partnered with McGill’s to bring electric bus services to Glasgow, Renfrewshire and Dundee. The partnership will see three depots being electrified, with capacity for further expansion, going live in 2021, helping […]
Zeus Labs Continues Expansion in the UK Freight Marketplace
Sam McGuirk joins from Ontruck, marking the second phase of Zeus Labs’ development. Zeus Labs, the developer of the evolutionary new freight booking and management software solution, has announced the appointment of Sam McGuirk to the senior leadership team. Formerly UK Country Director for Ontruck, Sam joins Zeus Labs as Commercial and Growth Director. This […]
World’s First Very Light Rail Rapid-Charger
The world’s first Very Light Rail (VLR) ultra-rapid battery charge station has been installed at its dedicated testing centre in Dudley, England, by Furrer+Frey GB. The milestone brings the new mode of public transport a step closer — supporting global efforts to decarbonise transport. The charge station will top-up battery powered VLR vehicles wirelessly and […]