Rackspace Technology’ Aramex’s Migration to Cloud
Rackspace Technology has announced that Aramex, a leading global provider of comprehensive logistics and transportation solutions, is in the process of migrating from on-premise data centres to Amazon Web Services (AWS) following a comprehensive Professional Services consultation. Aramex, which moved more than 103 million shipments globally last year, started its cloud journey with the creation […]
Entries Open for FTA’s Logistics Emissions Reduction Scheme Award
FTA’s Logistics Emissions Reduction Scheme (LERS) has announced that entries are now open for its Leadership in Emissions Reduction Award, sponsored by ExxonMobil. The award recognises and celebrates the logistics company most committed to reducing emissions and leading the way in environmental excellence. The winner will be presented with the accolade at FTA’s Logistics Awards 2020 on 10 December 2020 at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, London. Natalie Chapman, Head […]
Ctrack & MaxOptra Deliver Telematics Route Optimisation
Ctrack by Inseego has teamed up with MaxOptra to meet the growing demand from multi-drop distribution operations for optimised scheduling and live transport management. The partnership will deliver telematics-enabled solutions that use highly accurate, real-time data to support dynamic route planning and planned vs actual performance monitoring. “Real-life insight is key to continually enhancing the planning process […]
G.B. Agencies Ready for Brexit with E-Customs Solution
G.B. Agencies (GBA), the end-to-end logistics solutions provider, is prepared for the inevitable implications on customs procedures in the wake of Brexit, thanks to Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, and its e-Customs solution. “While the customs process surrounding Brexit is complex it must not interfere with the product […]
Electric Aviation Group Unveils World’s First Hybrid Aircraft
A pioneering design for a Hybrid Electric Regional Aircraft which will deliver a technical and commercial entry point for sustainable mass air transport is being unveiled. The disruptive design has been developed by the Electric Aviation Group (EAG), the UK-based engineering and development firm, which expects its first aircraft to be in service by 2028. EAG […]
Successful Shipment of 16.5 tons of PPE to the NHS
365 Healthcare has announced the successful delivery of 16.5 tonnes of PPE equipment to the UK National Health Service (NHS). The shipment was supported by Flexport.org through its Frontline Responder’s Fund. As a consequence of the Global Coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19), demand for critical PPE equipment has soared, and as medical suppliers work relentlessly to meet this demand, supply […]
Hermes Creates 10.5k New Jobs & Announces Investment
Hermes UK, the leading consumer delivery company is looking for over 10.5K ‘parcel people’ to join its business as it invests £100 million to expand its capacity to meet the huge demand created by people shopping at home during lockdown and the continuing growth in the sector. The company is looking for around 1500 full-time […]
Agility Increases Sustainability Through Digital
OpenText announced that Agility Logistics, one of the world’s largest integrated logistics providers, has deployed OpenText Content Services to streamline global operations, including freight and shipping via land, air and sea for more than 60,000 customers in 100 countries. Agility Logistics works with companies to move, manage and distribute the goods that underpin global commerce. Every […]
Freeport Vision Could Unlock Trade Opportunities But Plans Need Clarity
The government’s proposal to establish ten Freeports in the UK has the potential to unlock significant opportunities for international trade, according to FTA, the business group representing the logistics sector. However, key questions still need to be addressed to prevent a host of issues as the policy is implemented, as Zoe McLernon, Multimodal Policy Manager […]
Antwerp XL Rescheduled for March 2021
The September edition of Antwerp XL, the global event dedicated to breakbulk, heavy lift, roro & project cargo, has been rescheduled to 10-12 March 2021, but show-goers will still have the chance to learn, debate and connect online throughout what is being dubbed the “Summer of breakbulk” – a series of online seminars & meetings […]
Millennials Average More Online Deliveries
Millennials have become online “super buyers” during the COVID-19 lockdown and are receiving an average of 50 per cent more deliveries every week than the over-55 “baby boomer” generation, a new survey of 2,000 consumers has revealed. Despite being vocal supporters of environmental sustainability, millennials received an average of seven online deliveries a week during […]
Speedy Freight Adapts Model to Support Consumers
Speedy Freight franchisees has delivered over a million consignments of both medical and consumer goods since lockdown began in March. For Glasgow Franchisee, Damian Pacitti, lockdown required him to restructure the branch resources and operational systems to adapt to customer needs. Consignments during lockdown ranged from supermarket signage and protective screens to aid social distancing […]
Deadline Approaching for FTA Logistics Awards 2020 – Don’t Miss out!
Speaking in response to the Chancellor of the Exchequer’s Plan for Jobs, Elizabeth de Jong, policy director at FTA, the business group representing logistics, said: “There is some great news for logistics in the Chancellor’s Plan for Jobs. The fortunes of the logistics industry depend on demand being restored in the economy and the measures […]
Testing Plans Need to Support Economic Growth
The government’s plans to issue further Certificates of Temporary Exemption (CTE) for vehicle testing, as outlined in the Business and Planning Bill, have been welcomed by FTA, the business group representing the logistics sector. But, as FTA’s Policy Director Elizabeth de Jong explains, the testing system has not been resilient and these plans offer only […]
Loughborough University Part of Highways England
The new £1 million Highways England project that will assess how suitable the country’s motorways are for self-driving vehicles has been joined by Loughborough University. Researchers will look at operations at roadworks, merging and diverging sections and lane markings to identify safety issues for connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs). The project, named CAVIAR (Connected and […]
Geotab & Ford Expand Telematics Offering into Europe
Geotab, a global leader in connected and electrified transportation, today announced the availability of the Geotab Integrated Solution for Ford Vehicles in several European countries including the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain and Italy. Enabling the integration of Ford Data ServicesTM into the MyGeotab platform with no installation of additional hardware required, the latest offering from […]
Van Drivers Urged to Check Vehicles
Van drivers are being urged to check their vehicles are in top condition before they head out on the roads and back to work. The team at LeaseVan.co.uk are encouraging them to give their van a post lockdown check before they get back behind the wheel. It is important for vans and cars to be checked regular […]
Stop Taxing to Help Us Start Training, Says FTA
With more than 12,000 people losing their jobs in the past week across the UK, and many more redundancies expected as the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme winds down, the business group representing the logistics sector is urging government to permit the switching of the industry’s Apprenticeship Levy payments to a Skills Levy, enabling businesses to […]
American Airlines Commencing Flights from London Heathrow
From July 7, American Airlines will begin provisionally operating all flights from London Heathrow (LHR) Terminal 5, the home of its Atlantic joint business partner and fellow oneworld member, British Airways. The co-location of American’s operations into Terminal 5, voted best airport terminal in the world six times (Skytrax World Airport Awards), will make connecting […]
Demand for Warehousing Accelerates After Pandemic
As a result of Covid-19, demand for warehousing in the East Midlands will accelerate, according to a property expert. Dr Andrew Knight, dean of Nottingham Trent University’s School of Architecture Design and the Built Environment, said online retailers, buoyed by a doubling of sales during lockdown, will build more hubs in the region because of […]
Flights to Be Resumed from Leeds Bradford Airport
Stobart Air, operator of Aer Lingus regional routes, is set to resume flights to Dublin from Leeds Bradford Airport from the start of August. Starting 1 August 2020, flights will operate daily, with two flights taking place on Fridays. From 1 September, there will be an additional second daily flight on a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday […]
Say Yes to A303 Upgrade, UK Logistics Urges Government
With less than a month until the deadline date (17 July 2020) for a decision on the A303 improvement scheme, Chris Yarsley, Policy Manager for Road Infrastructure at FTA comments: “FTA is urging the government to decide in favour of the A303 improvement scheme; this initiative is vital to solving the reliability, congestion and safety […]
FTA SpeedConsult Sessions Back by Popular Demand
Following the runaway success of the first event, FTA’s Supply Chain Consultancy (SCC) service has scheduled another day of free, one-to-one online advisory sessions for logistics businesses of all sizes. The “SpeedConsult” pre-bookable sessions, to be held on 10 July 2020, will provide businesses working within supply chains with unique insights into how best to restart trading after lockdown and will […]
Bridgestone & Microsoft Create ‘First’ Tyre Damage System
Bridgestone, the world’s largest tyre and rubber manufacturer, is collaborating with Microsoft to develop a world-first monitoring system for detecting tyre damage issues in real-time. These issues are a serious matter, contributing to some 30% of all car accidents caused by technical failure. The final piece in tracking tyre issues Tyre issues take four main […]
SATO Europe Vows to Support Supply Chain
SATO, a global pioneer in the development of auto-ID and labelling solutions, has vowed to support the transport and logistics sector with on-demand technical, hardware and software services, so they can continue to uphold global supply chains during this increasingly difficult time with COVID-19. SATO Europe Managing Director, Laurent Lassus, said: “Staying at home is […]
Mandata Acquires Online Haulage and Freight Firm
Mandata, the transport management software provider, has acquired an online haulage and freight exchange in a deal funded by private equity firm LDC. The acquisition of Essex-headquartered Returnloads.net is set to expand the company’s customer base and breadth of digital services. Since securing backing from LDC in 2018, Mandata has grown recurring revenues by 10 […]
Campaign Helping Key Workers Throughout Covid-19
SNAP, a company providing all-in-one smart payment and parking solutions for the HGV industry, has delivered more than 100 care packages in its ‘Trucking Legends’ campaign that celebrates HGV drivers who have gone above and beyond during the Covid-19 pandemic. The Haulage industry has been nominating ‘Trucking Legends’ via SNAP’s website and Facebook page throughout […]
DPD Recruiting in Order to Meet Online Demand
As response to an unprecedented boom in online shopping caused by Covid-19, DPD is recruiting 6,000 new staff, including 3,500 drivers. £200 million will be invested this year to expand its next-day parcel capacity, including £100 million on vehicles, £60 million on 15 new regional depots (10 more than originally planned in 2020) and the […]
Making Tomorrow a Better World in Logistics
By Michel Waterschoot, Sales Manager – Southern Europe, Northern Africa, Middle East, Descartes The health crisis that we are currently experiencing, as well as its financial and economic consequences, should not mean we lose sight of the opportunities that can be leveraged today to help businesses continue growing and developing. This situation should be used […]
Operators Despair as HGV Test Announcement
FTA, the business organisation representing the logistics sector, is angry that its members have been left in the dark by government for the second month in a row, as they await an announcement on how HGV MOT testing will be conducted from July onwards. James Firth, FTA’s head of road freight regulation, has expressed dismay […]
FTA Transport Manager Conferences Return for Autumn
FTA’s ever popular Transport Manager conference series will be back in autumn 2020 at 11 venues around the UK. The conferences, now in their 19th year, will once again highlight and explain key issues for anyone involved with running vehicle fleets, providing professional advice and helping them remain compliant and up to speed on the latest legislative developments. Topics to be covered by […]
Clipper Logistics Supports Leeds Emergency Food Bank
Clipper Logistics are proud to support Leeds United Foundation and Leeds City Council in their effort to deliver essential food items to vulnerable families across Leeds in need of extra support during the current Coronavirus pandemic. As the warmer weather approaches, and with requests for food parcels rising, retail logistics specialists, Clipper, have donated a […]
Flexport Releases New Dashboard Personalisation
Flexport released personalisation features that let its almost 10,000 clients and suppliers make more informed supply chain decisions, based on their role and unique supply chain needs. Users will enjoy a pre-configured logistics dashboard, the ability to further customize their dashboard to streamline workflows, and access to the Platform anywhere with a newly optimized mobile […]
Tougher London Congestion Charge a Tax on Deliveries
In response to the announcement made that the operating hours of the London Congestion Charge will increase significantly from 22 June 2020 and logistics businesses will face a significant hike in the charge, Natalie Chapman, Head of Urban Policy at FTA, comments: “Logistics businesses have been working tirelessly to deliver the food, medical supplies and […]
Government Announcement Will Give Logistics Time to Prepare for Brexit
FTA, the business group which represents the logistics industry, has reacted with delight to the announcement from government on a package of measures aimed to ease the UK’s transition to a new trading relationship with the EU from 1 January 2021. The package of unilateral measures, announced by Michael Gove MP, will provide some certainty […]
Data Highlights Increased Levels of Speeding
Vehicle data taken from VisionTrack’s IoT platform backs recent motoring research and Police figures that points towards drivers increasingly flouting the speed limit during the coronavirus crisis. In fact, the findings show that fleet and road transport drivers are amongst those speeding during the lockdown, with overall incidents increasing by 2.61% despite a 22.6% reduction […]