UK’s Bus Manufacturer Adds Trucks to its Repowering Roster
World-leading bus manufacturer Wrightbus today took the wraps off its first repowered truck as it announced plans to grow its market share in zero-emission transport. Building 1,000 buses a year at its headquarters in Northern Ireland, Wrightbus also launched a bus repowering division in Oxfordshire – NewPower – the largest facility of its kind in […]
Logistics UK’s Vision Check Operational Driver App
Logistics UK, one of the UK’s biggest business groups, continues to expand the functionality of its Vision compliance platform. Today (17 September) the organisation announced the launch of Check, a new digital checklist module, alongside a completely redeveloped mobile phone app designed to give drivers instant access to essential compliance information. The new developments were […]
Wrightbus CEO Jean-Marc Gales to Become Deputy Chairman
Wrightbus owner Jo Bamford today announced that CEO Jean-Marc Gales will become Deputy Chairman from 1 December this year, as the manufacturer continues its strategic drive to provide zero-emission transport solutions. While Wrightbus has become the market leader in bus manufacture, after-sales and repowering, it is part of a wider group which offers depot charging solutions, alternative […]
National Express Appoint Javier Martinez Prieto
National Express, the UK’s leading scheduled coach operator, has appointed Javier Martinez Prieto as its new managing director. Javier has over 30 years’ experience working at Alsa, Mobico Group’s Spanish transport division, and brings solid and successful experience where he most recently served as Purchasing and Maintenance Director. He will drive forward National Express’ strategic […]
Generation Logistics Announce Sponsors for Awareness Campaign
Award-winning logistics sector awareness campaign, Generation Logistics, has announced the first four companies to have signed up to support the campaign’s fourth year, GL4. Asda, Europa and TJX are involved for the fourth successive year, having been part of the initiative previously. They join a roster of trade associations that have already pledged support, including the Chemical Business Association, Cold Chain Federation, The […]
Transense Cuts Cost of RFID and TPMS Tyre Tools
Transense Technologies plc, has launched new, lower-cost versions of its Translogik TLGX3 and TLGX4 tyre inspection tools, designed to make connected tyre management accessible to more fleets, OEMs, and service providers. The new models reflect Transense’s targeted investment in product development and manufacturing efficiency, reducing cost without compromising functionality. Both tools read tyre pressure, tread […]
EV Boom Leaves Workshops Exposed: Mechanics Prepared?
Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming mainstream, but are UK workshops and technicians keeping pace? The UK government has invested £650 million in grants to encourage EV uptake, offering up to £3,750 off the cost of a new car. This push is accelerating the transition to greener, zero-emission transport. But while demand rises, many garages remain […]
How Qargo Protects Your Transport Data
Running a transport and logistics business means you’re handling sensitive information every single day. Whether you’re running a 3PL, a pallet network, a haulage fleet, a carrier service or even specialist operations, your customers trust you with their most important data. At Qargo, we take that responsibility seriously. Data protection isn’t something we’ve bolted on as an afterthought, it’s woven […]
Manufacturer Wrightbus Launches New Wave of Apprenticeships
World-leading bus manufacturer Wrightbus today heralded the next generation of coachbuilders, welcoming 47 new apprentices to its Ballymena headquarters. All embarking on a four-year apprenticeship, the recruits are studying at the Northern Regional College in Ballymena and Transport Training Services in Crumlin and will mix studies with on-the-job experience. The apprenticeships will enable the students […]
DVSA To Reveal Key Preventative Maintenance Best Practice
Have you ever wondered what DVSA inspections reveal and how operators can stay compliant? The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) will be presenting its findings on vehicle roadworthiness and maintenance, and where it sees the potential areas for improvement by operators, at Logistics UK’s autumn Transport Manager conferences, taking place from September to December […]
Scotland Bound : RTX Heads North of the Border
Having established itself in England, RTX heads north of the border for the first time this year. Here’s what you need to know to plan your visit In case you haven’t yet heard, a brand-new business tradeshow is set to make waves in the road transport sector later this year. RTX Scotland will take place […]
World Suicide Prevention Day: Mental Health in Industries
In support of World Suicide Prevention Day (10th September), Pirtek UK & Ireland, a leading hydraulics specialist, is urging leaders across engineering, construction and the industrial sectors to take meaningful action on mental health – particularly among male workers in the hard hat industries. Pirtek’s ongoing call-to-action surrounding the awareness of men’s mental health is the purpose […]
Cluster Mobility & Logistics at the IAA MOBILITY 2025
Joint booth with 5 co-exhibitors The Cluster Mobility & Logistics will be represented with a joint stand at the IAA MOBILITY 2025 in Munich from September 9 – 12 and cordially invites you to visit the stand with the five co-exhibitors! You will find the cluster in the Summit area, Hall B2, Stand E11. The […]
Solar Toolkit Supports Gov’s ‘Rooftop Revolution’
UKWA Solar Toolkit for warehousing sector launches at IMHX 2025 : Following calls from the Government for the UK Warehousing Association to lead industry collaboration in the ‘Rooftop Revolution’, UKWA is unveiling its new Solar Toolkit for the warehousing sector, with a foreword from Michael Shanks MP, Minister for Energy, at IMHX 2025. Minister Shanks […]
Transaid’s Christmas Appeal: Safer Journeys, Brighter Futures
International development organisation Transaid has launched its 2025 Christmas Appeal, inviting businesses and individuals to support its work improving road safety and access to essential healthcare across sub-Saharan Africa. Working in partnership with organisations in Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Zambia, Transaid delivers professional driver training programmes, develops new driving standards, and supports sustainable, community-led […]
Logistics UK Compliance Platform Delivers Peace of Mind
“Compliance with drivers’ hours rules is a critical component of an operator’s safety system,” say the Traffic Commissioners for Great Britain in their 2024- 25 Annual Report and “operators need to make sure that the law is complied with as a minimum and to ensure that their drivers are able to drive safely.” The annual report also […]
Competition & Labour Costs Hit Larger Transport Companies
An ONS survey reveals competition costs impacted more transport & storage firms employing 10 or more employees than any other sector in August. Similarly, labour costs impacted the sector more than any other except hospitality. The home delivery expert Parcelhero warns that when transport & storage firms catch a cold, the UK’s economy sneezes. A […]
DEKRA Strengthens Safety Training, Supporting Logistics
DEKRA Strengthens Safety Training, Supporting the World’s Largest Logistics and Delivery Firms : DEKRA, a leading global safety and sustainability expert with 100 years experience, has launched Transport & Delivery Safety Training across the UK. This expansion has seen the company partnering with one of the world’s largest logistics and delivery companies to boost compliance, cut […]
Judges for Seatrade Maritime Crew Connect Global Awards
The judging panel for Crew Connect Global Awards acts independently to provide a transparent and robust evaluation process across the six industry categories, each of which focuses on specific elements of improving the lives and careers of seafarers. Judges: Two further personality awards will be decided by the Seatrade Maritime Editorial Board. The winners will then […]
ACs Taxis Strengthens DVSA Compliance with AssetGo
ACs Taxis, one of Scotland’s leading private hire and coach operators, has transitioned to a fully digital fleet management system from AssetGo to enhance compliance control and streamline operations. Based in Musselburgh, ACs Taxis runs a fleet of over 100 taxis and 30 coaches, serving both private and corporate clients across Scotland. By consolidating multiple […]
MEMS Power Generation Offers Cleaner Generator Hire
MEMS Power Generation is highlighting its sustainable generator hire offering nationwide, enabling organisations to reduce emissions while maintaining reliable temporary power. The enhanced range includes Stage V generators, battery energy storage systems, Load on Demand configurations, and generators certified for Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) fuel. In 2025, MEMS customers are on track to save thousands of tonnes of […]
Greencore Opts for Tiger to Supply 68 Refrigerated Trailers
Tiger Trailers has designed, manufactured, and begun supplying forty-nine new temperature-controlled reefers for Greencore – a leading chilled, frozen, and ambient convenience food supplier to some of the most well-known retail and food service customers in the UK – split across thirty-seven single and twelve dual-temperature vehicles. The operator has additionally welcomed to its fleet […]
Classroom to Career: Europa Backs Future Logistics Leaders
One of the UK’s largest independent logistics operators is championing the opportunities available to young people in its industry, as hundreds of thousands receive their A-level results. Entering its fourth consecutive year of supporting national initiative Generation Logistics, a campaign that has driven sector awareness by 37 per cent, Europa Worldwide Group is spotlighting its […]
GB Trade with NI Tumbles As Post-Brexit Rules Kick in
GB trade with Northern Ireland tumbles after tougher post-Brexit rules kick in. New Government figures show a developing crisis in trade between Northern Ireland and the rest of the UK as 10.8% of retailers completely stopped sending goods to Northern Ireland in June. 29.6% of transport & storage sector companies say their volumes to the […]
Heathrow Submits its £50bn Expansion Plan
Heathrow submits its £50bn expansion plan as hotel group Arora launches a rival proposal Heathrow says it can deliver an operational third runway within a decade if the Government “moves at pace with necessary policy changes and an appropriate regulatory framework.” According to the airport’s proposal, an expanded Heathrow would increase capacity to serve up […]
Source Signs up with Octopus Electroverse
Octopus Electroverse agreement is latest move by Source to make EV charging “smarter, faster, and truly customer centric” The newest player in the EV infrastructure charging market, Source, has partnered with Octopus Electroverse, Europe’s largest consumer EV charging platform, to ease access to Source’s rapidly growing network of ultra-rapid charging hubs. Users of Octopus Electroverse […]
Tyron Runflat and Hometyre Partnership is Coming of Age
Two leading industry innovators are celebrating a major milestone. For 21 years Tyron Runflat and Hometyre have worked together to champion tyre safety and keep drivers safer on the roads in even the most remote areas of the county. Tyron Runflat the innovative manufacturer of the Tyron Multi-Band, is marking the 21-year milestone of its […]
New Potential for UK Businesses with India Free Trade Deal
The latest India-UK free trade agreement (FTA) is a “game changer”, says global air and ocean freight specialist, Europa Air & Sea. Europa Air & Sea is a division of ambitious logistics operator Europa Worldwide Group, and has global teams in the UK, Hong Kong, China, India and the UAE. It’s a dynamic time for global […]
How Do We Use AI In Our Intelligent TMS?
Artificial intelligence is having its moment. Every week, there’s a new tool promising to “revolutionise your business” or “take admin off your plate.” But for transport and logistic companies like yours, the real question is: does any of it actually help? Well at Qargo, we believe AI shouldn’t be a flashy keyword gimmick. It should make […]
National Express Bus Drivers, Bus Driver of the Year
National Express West Midlands drivers Lee Grantham, Christopher Godridge and Carl Griffin will represent the West Midlands’ leading bus company at next month’s 2025 UK Bus Driver of the Year competition. Lee from the Acocks Green depot secured first place at the bus operator’s competition, Christopher from the Pensnett depot came second, and Carl from the Walsall […]
Trump’s New Tariff Move Could Add $80 to UK Products
Despite previously announcing that the US would keep its de minimis tariff threshold until July 2027, President Trump is now set to scrap it at the end of this month. That means all goods worth $800 or less entering the US from the UK will no longer be exempt from US tariffs, says the international […]
Extra Seats on Southampton to London Services for Summer
National Express adds 10,000 extra seats on Southampton to London services to meet summer demand : Scheduled coach operator National Express is adding extra capacity on its services between Southampton and London to meet increased demand for summer travel. The nation’s leading coach operator is adding 10,000 extra seats on its popular 032 service between Southampton, London […]
Half Hourly Bus Connecting Central with Birmingham Airport
National Express West Midlands is launching a new 17A bus service between Birmingham city centre and Birmingham Airport via Small Heath, Yardley and Tile Cross. From this Sunday, 3rd August, the new 17A service will offer frequent journeys up to every 30 minutes, connecting passengers from central and east Birmingham with Birmingham Airport and the National Exhibition Centre. […]
Are Transport & Logistics Salaries Failing to Keep Up?
The latest survey of advertised job shows transport & logistics salaries and storage professionals’ wages are falling behind many comparable sectors, says the home delivery expert Parcelhero. Thousands of resident doctors staged a strike over pay this week, so how have logistics professionals’ wages fared since 2017 compared to doctors’ salaries? New figures from the Government’s Office […]
Schneider Electric Support Resilient Transport Logistics
Schneider Electric Support Resilient Transport Logistics : Drawing on expert knowledge through the EcoConsult, EcoFit, and EcoCare services can deliver continuous value for logistics at airports, smart ports, and rail networks. Transport logistics play a significant role in pretty much every supply chain. The sector supports the movement of goods and people through airports, smart […]
Regime 42 Access for UK Exporters Using DDP Services
Logistics giant sets the record straight on Regime 42 access for UK exporters using DDP services. Europa Worldwide Group has moved decisively to counter recent misleading industry communications that threaten to undermine UK exporters’ confidence in European trade. Asserting its customs authority to confirm the continued availability of its market-leading Europa Flow service. The intervention follows incorrect claims […]