Logistics Specialist to Open Three New Fulfilment Sites
Whistl, the leading independent provider of e-fulfilment solutions, has announced it is to accelerate its expansion into e-fulfillment with the opening of three new depots. The largest building is a 300,000 sq ft brand new site within Magna Park South, Lutterworth. This site is Whistl’s largest dedicated 3PL logistics and distribution facility situated within the […]
TKL Group Expands Team of Drivers and Skiploaders
A growing waste, recycling and skip hire business in Yorkshire has expanded its team of drivers after investing into three brand-new Hiab MULTILIFT skiploaders. TKL Skip Hire has recruited three drivers to operate a trio of MULTILIFT Futura FTR12 skiploaders installed onto a Scania chassis P250. “We’re in a really positive position to be investing in […]
Speakers Announced for Future Logistics Conference at ITT Hub
British astronaut Major Tim Peake CMG leads an impressive line-up of inspirational speakers for Logistics UK’s Future Logistics Conference which will be held alongside the inaugural Information & Technology in Transport (ITT) Hub exhibition this summer. Major Peake will take to the stage alongside 23 of the industry’s most-respected leaders in sessions designed to provoke […]
Chaucer Logistics Launches Free Advisory Service for Manufacturers
There are no reliable statistics for Britain’s booming furniture industry that accurately estimate the cost of goods damaged in transit, but most experts agree that figures exceed millions of pounds every year. This, according to Scott Dunn, Chief Executive of Chaucer Logistics, is an overhead which could be significantly reduced if manufacturers simply took more […]
Hermes Appoints New Director of Depots as Growth Continues
Hermes UK, one of the leading consumer delivery companies, has appointed a supply chain professional with a strong track record of delivering results and change to the new role of Director of Depots. John Clark has joined the senior team with a remit to support the continuing growth of the business. whilst ensuring that high […]
Achilles Accredited as Alternative UK Rail Supplier
Achilles, the global leader and partner of choice for supply chain risk and performance management, has been accredited by Network Rail as an alternative to RISQS as a provider of assurance services to the UK rail industry. Building on a strong 20 year history of working with UK rail and transport customers across the world, the […]
Xplore Dundee Has Launched Its Busy Bus Tracker
Dundee’s main bus operator has another new tool to help customers plan their journeys in safety and comfort, with a busy bus tracker now available on its app. Before boarding any bus customers can check how busy any vehicle is before it arrives, ensuring passengers can distance on board, according to government guidelines. And because […]
New Fruit & Vegetable Delivery Service from Organibox
Organibox, the new, 100% organic fruit & vegetable, UK-wide delivery box service, looks set to become a standout challenger brand as it promises to deliver the freshest, tastiest and healthiest produce. Launching on World Earth Day (22nd April) Organibox’s Eat Well, Feel Good ethos caters for a growing customer base across the country whose taste […]
Logistics UK : Access Permit and Operation Brock Removal
Heidi Skinner, Policy Manager for the South at Logistics UK comments: “The government’s decision to abolish the Kent Access Permit is a reflection of the hard work undertaken by logistics businesses across the supply chain to ensure operations are border ready before hauliers embark on travel to the Channel ports. The Check an HGV service […]
Siemens Is Helping Fleets Transition to Full Electric Trucks
Trucks are responsible for a disproportionate amount of greenhouse gases on the EU’s roads. In a study, trucks were found to have generated 22% of road transport CO2 emissions yet only accounted for less than 2% of the overall traffic on Europe’s roads. Countering this imbalance, the EU’s first-ever emissions performance standards for trucks have […]
Adam Davies Appointed to New Role at FleetCheck
Adam Davies has been appointed to the new role of key accounts manager at fleet software specialist FleetCheck. He will look after relationships with the company’s 30 largest customers and also play an important role in acting as a bridge between developers and users when it comes to future product creation and strategy. Adam has […]
Logistics UK Celebrates 11 Years of Van Excellence
As Logistics UK celebrates the 11-year anniversary of Van Excellence – its scheme that promotes the safe and efficient operation of vans – the organisation’s Head of Consulting & Standards, Sharon Mitchell, says now is the ideal time to celebrate the incredible determination of van drivers to support UK society and the economy during the […]
Rite-Hite Launches New Management System
Rite-Hite, one of the leading manufacturers of industrial health and safety equipment, has launched a new wireless fan control system to further improve the working conditions in warehouse and logistics environments. The new Fan Commander 2.0 is a touch-screen control box which enables operators to remotely control fan settings via Wi-Fi from a single location. […]
The Unwritten Rules of the Motorway Made Easy
Drivers heading on motorways for the first time in a while are being warned about the unwritten rules on these bigger and faster road systems. The motoring experts at LeaseVan.co.uk have compiled a list of motorway rules that aren’t in the Highway Code but should be obeyed when on speedier roads. The rigid rules of […]
Coastlink Conference Discuss Sea Shipping Post-Brexit
Short sea shipping can provide a sustainable alternative to moving goods to and from Europe according to Logistics UK, the business group representing the logistics industry. This, and many other topics affecting the short sea shipping sector, will be debated at the Coastlink Live conference, set to take place virtually on 22 April 2021 and […]
Hermes Extends Remit with PostTag to Cover All Locations
Hermes, the consumer delivery specialist, has extended its remit with PostTag, the last mile delivery technology company, to cover its business fully end to end. It follows a successful initial 6-month partnership which has seen PostTag support Hermes in maintaining its high first-time delivery rate, despite a huge upturn in volumes as a result of […]
Bridgestone Celebrating Major Coup after Stobart Energy Agreement
Bridgestone has underlined its environmental credentials and attention to detail after entering into a commercial fleet partnership with Stobart Energy for the first time, it was revealed. Stobart Energy is the UK’s number one supplier of biomass fuel, with long-term contracts in place to supply nearly two million tonnes of fuel to Energy Recovery Facilities, […]
Post-Brexit Efficiencies with Streamlined Customs
After the Brexit transition period finally ended on 31st December 2020 and with Covid-19 protocols causing disruption to travel, it is clear that the logistics industry has seen a challenging start to 2021. Despite fair warning for businesses, there have been numerous reports of severely delayed journeys caused by increased customs documentation and ‘Brexit red […]
Logistics UK : EverGiven and the Situation in the Suez Canal
Alex Veitch, General Manager for Public Policy at Logistics UK, the business group representing the sector, said in response to the freeing of the EverGiven: “News that the stranded cargo vessel, the EverGiven, has finally been refloated and is no longer blocking the Suez Canal is excellent news for global supply chains. However, with more […]
The Importance of Delivery Flexibility for Online Purchases
According to analysis from Whistl, 45% of shoppers have changed their mind about making a purchase online due to dissatisfaction with the delivery options available. Having spent time and money converting a sale, it can fall at the last hurdle when the retailer does not provide flexible delivery options. The impact of parcel tracking and […]
Chaucer Launches First Stage of £1M Investment Programme
Chaucer Logistics, the world’s largest dedicated furniture logistics provider, has launched the first stage of its £1 million expansion programme to support its booming home delivery service across the UK. Foundations for a new warehouse at its depot in Rainham, Essex, which will take existing storage capacity from 180,000 sq ft to more than 250,000 […]
CPG : Descartes’ e-Customs for Post-Brexit Compliance
Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announced that CPG Logistics Ltd, a long-established logistics services provider in the UK, is using Descartes’ e-Customs solution to help its customers comply with post-Brexit customs requirements, including preparation for further Brexit changes that are coming July 1. Established in 1991, CPG Logistics […]
UKWA Sponsors the Way of the Roses Cycle Challenge
Dust off your lycra, polish your saddles and gear up our long-awaited 2021 cycle challenge! Join us on 24th-26th September for our UK-based Way of the Roses ride, sponsored by UKWA. The 170-mile challenge is our sixth UK cycling event, and will see up to 40 participants take part in the Morecambe to Bridlington adventure, raising money […]
Shell Launch Fuel Management App for SMEs
Shell Fleet Solutions UK is launching a new fuel card management app for UK limited company owners with up to ten vehicles, which could help reduce hours spent on paperwork, freeing time to focus on core business activity. Shell Fleet App, available on both Android and iOS platforms, offers small business owners a convenient tool to track driver […]
Now the Brexit Transition Period is Over; New Rules Apply
Business rules have changed. The UK left the single market and customs union at the end of the transition period on 31 December 2020. There are new rules and actions that businesses need to take now to continue dealing with the EU. If you run a business, it’s important that you check what you need […]
Hiab Strengthens Service Network with New Smart Vans
Hiab UK has invested in 12 brand-new fully-bespoke service vans to further strengthen its service network and bolster its 31-strong fleet. The new vans are equipped with smart tracking technology to locate the nearest Hiab trained engineer to streamline operations and create a more responsive support service for customers. Each service van covers around 40,000 miles […]
Logistics UK Takes VIS Training with Renault Trucks
To ensure that the organisation’s Vehicle Inspection Service (VIS) continues to offer a market leading service for its members, Logistics UK recently teamed up with Renault Trucks to use its world-class vehicles in technical inspection training for its VIS engineers. Held at the Woodland Grange Conference Centre in Royal Leamington Spa, the training session formed […]
Totalmobile Acquires Cognito iQ for Advanced Analytics
UK-based Field Service Management (FSM) software company, Totalmobile, has announced it has completed the acquisition of Cognito iQ, a Newbury-based provider of workforce management and analytics technology, to add to its comprehensive suite of software solutions. The market leading real time analytics solution provided by Cognito iQ collects data from multiple sources to provide a […]
Exeros Technologies Joins with Europe Construction Project
Today, Exeros Technologies has announced the successful installation of the latest passenger counting systems to the bus fleet of Somerset Passenger Solutions’ (SPS), the sole provider of passenger transport for Europe’s largest construction project, Hinkley Point C (HPC). This cutting-edge advanced passenger counting (APC) system offers reliable and accurate data for public transport operators, to […]
Reduction in Gov’s Plug-in Car, Van and Truck Grant
Logistics UK Statement: Reduction in Government’s Plug-in Car, Van and Truck Grant Speaking about today’s government announcement on a reduction in the government’s plug in car, van and truck grant, Logistics UK’s Head of Public Policy Michelle Gardner said: “Switching to zero and ultra-low emission vehicles is an important focus for the logistics industry, as […]
New Transport Announcement for Manchester City Centre
A proposal for a new transport strategy for Manchester city centre has been brought forward and is due to be considered. It would guide how improvements can be made across the next two decades and has been informed by a series of public consultation and engagement exercises. At the heart of the project sits the […]
Paul Rombeek Joins Flexport to Support European Air Growth
Flexport, the modern freight forwarder, has announced the appointment of Paul Rombeek as the new Senior Director of Network Trade Lane Management, EMEA. Responsible for driving Flexport’s consolidated air and ocean service offerings, Paul will help Flexport Europe to grow and develop its air services, with a focus on the Far East Westbound. He brings […]
Delivery Drivers Are at the Heart of the Community
The home delivery specialist ParcelHero says new schemes being introduced by parcel companies and retailers mean couriers are being transformed into carers, as drivers become the heart of many local communities. ParcelHero’s Head of Consumer Research, David Jinks M.I.L.T., says that couriers are becoming companions, mobile pharmacists and breakfast servers, as their role transforms during […]
Himatsingka Appoints Import Services
Himatsingka is pleased to appoint Import Services as its logistics partner in the UK to provide retail supply chain services across their distribution network. “Our search for a UK based logistics partner had two key objectives: We wanted a partner with an established retail logistics network, who also had competent IT systems that would provide […]
Humax to Supply Car Sharing Service Platform to iDRIVE
Humax has unveiled a new agreement with iDRIVE – Saudi Arabia’s first car sharing organisation – for the supply of its RAiDEA total mobility service platform. RAiDEA (powered by Humax affiliated company, Alticast) is an all-in-one mobility service platform that provides an array of services such as B2C, B2B and P2P. This technology is suitable […]
New Rules Are Here. Is Your Business Ready?
Now the Brexit Transition period is over, new rules apply for businesses who trade with or transport to Europe and they could face delays if they don’t take action now. Business rules have changed. The UK left the single market and customs union at the end of the transition period on 31 December 2020. There […]