The Number of Bridge Strikes Hits ‘Five Per Day’
An average of five striking incidents happens across the country every day, costing millions of pounds of damage and major delays and disruption to trains, deliveries and the general public. There are currently 1,800 incidents occurring each year relating to heavy goods vehicles striking bridges, according to data from Network Rail. Each incident is estimated […]
The Flexi Intralogistics Solutions at Logimat 2019
The extensive range of Flexi articulated forklift truck-based intralogistics solutions designed and manufactured by Narrow Aisle Ltd will be available to review by visitors at Logimat 2019. Among the models on display at Logimat will be a recently upgraded version of the Flexi LITE. The Flexi LITE is designed for applications where handling equipment has […]
The NX Group Is Taking on New Drivers
The NX Group, an expanding warehouse, logistics and courier company based in Northamptonshire, has taken on half a dozen additional full-time drivers. Six new lorry drivers will be based at its head office in Crick. In the last year, the firm has increased its workforce by 10%. “We’re pleased to announce we have taken on […]
EU Traders Welcome Talk of Extended Customs Union
A leading logistics expert has said many British companies trading with the EU will have welcomed reports the UK could remain in the Customs Union for longer than currently agreed. David Johnson, managing director of Tudor International Freight, based at Horsforth, Leeds, said the present arrangements meant trade with the bloc “could hardly be easier, […]
P&O Ferrymasters Invests in 150 Huckepack Trailers
P&O Ferrymasters has made a major investment in 150 huckepack trailers due to a rising customer demand for freight transport between Poznan in Poland and Europe’s busiest port at Rotterdam. The huckepack trailers have the flexibility of being able to be put on a train or on a lorry and are all fitted with telematics […]
The UK’s Most Versatile Sleeve Pack
Since its launch almost two years ago, Goplasticpallets.com’s CabCube 1210 9F has been purchased and trialled for storing and distributing a wide range of products across multiple industry sectors, with customer feedback suggesting this could be THE most versatile sleeve pack available on the market. CabCube in use Earlier this year one of the UK’s […]
Ford & Slater Apprentices Raise Money for Cancer Trust
Fourteen apprentices from across DAF Trucks dealership group Ford & Slater took part in a charity truck pull at Bruntingthorpe Airfield last month, in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust. The truck pull event saw contenders split into two teams of seven, each pulling a 7.5T DAF CF truck the length of Bruntingthorpe Airfield (1.5 miles) in […]
The Latest Aftermarket Update from the IAAF
The IAAF’s third Industry Briefing Session took place on the 18th of October at the ECCO Safety group (ESG) in Leeds. Members were welcomed by Marium Ali, Director of Marketing and Product Management EMEA, before proceedings got underway by Head of Membership Development Mike Smallbone, who brought delegates up to date with a review of […]
Shire Aggregates Switches to Michelin X Works Tyres
Following a trial set of Michelin X Works tyres that demonstrated it could save more than £26,000 a year in running costs, Shire Aggregates has specified Michelin tyres as original equipment across 12 new MAN 32-tonne 8×4 tippers and adopted a Michelin policy as standard for future tyre purchases. The results, based on each 8×4 […]
Clipper Reduced Carbon Emissions with New Vehicles
Clipper Logistics are delivering on their vision to limit the impact their operations have on the environment by introducing to their fleet 11 new vehicles and 16 trailers designed to reduce carbon emissions. In an industry first, the new vehicles powered by LNG (Liquid Natural Gas), each save an estimated 47 tonnes of CO2 per […]
Joloda Acquires Sovex to Provide Better Aftercare
The service division of Sovex has been acquired by Liverpool-based industrial load system specialists, Joloda International, for an undisclosed sum. After the purchase, Joloda Conveyor Services has been created, becoming one of the largest aftercare providers for conveyor and materials handling products in the UK. Expanding its service and maintenance capabilities, as well as enhancing […]
ZF Services UK Showcases Its Latest Technology
Members of the Northern Regional Engineers Committee (NREC) gathered together at ZF Services UK’s Centre of Competence in Nottingham for its most recent meeting of the year. There they experienced first-hand the capabilities of the leading driveline specialist’s latest technology, as part of its broad e-mobility offering. The director of ZF Services UK, Chris Adcock, […]
Volvo Trucks Trials Krone City Liner
A Krone City Liner has been trialled by Volvo Trucks, United Kingdom and Ireland, in urban areas, including inner London. This re-opened the debate regarding the use of articulated vehicles, where currently the London Lorry Control Scheme (LLCS) restricts the movement of HGVs over 18 tonnes but does not apply to ‘rigid’ or 8-wheel vehicles. […]
What to Keep in Mind for Flawless Delivery
There are two critical aspects of the logistics process, the first mile – a process triggered by a customer order, for picking, packing, validation and transport – and then the final mile – getting the item into the customer’s hand, whether that is in store via click and collect, at home, office, drop off point […]
Frank Key Boost Operations with Loadmac Forklift
Nottingham-based Frank Key Builders Merchants has introduced a Loadmac 825 truck mounted forklift into their fleet, increasing the flexibility of their delivery operations. For over 100 years, Frank Key has delivered quality building materials, timber, landscaping, kitchens and bathrooms across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. With the aim to service customers as efficiently as possible, Transport Manager […]
Voting Is Open for the IAAF Annual Awards
IAAF’s Annual Awards has opened its voting system and the winners will be unveiled at the association’s highly respected annual gathering held on the 6th of December. The IAAF Annual Awards and Dinner, sponsored by Alliance Automotive UK (AAUK), will be held at the at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Milton Keynes for the second […]
Labcraft Banksman’s System Improves Safety and Visibility
Labcraft’s Banksman system has been chosen by Culina Group, the market-leading food & drink warehousing, distribution and transport specialists, in order to improve visibility and maintain safety during night time vehicle operations. Culina Group has a national network of approximately 60 depots, operating over 1,000 vehicles, including around 2,000 trailers and delivering annually to over […]
UKWA’s Parliamentary Lunch Dominated by Brexit Talks
Around 120 senior personnel from United Kingdom Warehousing Association (UKWA) member companies, key suppliers to the logistics industry and supply chain directors from some of the leading UK retailers gathered to the House of Lords terrace before UKWA’s recent Annual Parliamentary Lunch. The event brought warehousing and logistics industry professionals together with a number of […]
Mick George Ltd Receives Two Refuse Collectors
Mick George Ltd has recently taken delivery of two DAF FAD CF 400 refuse collectors, supplied by Ford & Slater Peterborough. As one the UK’s leading suppliers to the construction industry, including bulk aggregate supply, waste management, demolition and more, Mike George Ltd is a company which prides itself on having the highest quality fleet […]
Vehicle Graphics Is a Key Marketing Tool
A key weapon in a marketeer’s toolbox in delivering messages to a target audience that has not been overtaken by the digital age is vehicle graphics. That’s the view of Barnaby Smith, managing director of Oxfordshire-based fleet graphics and branding specialist Mediafleet, who says vehicle graphics provide three essential marketing services. The three essential marketing […]
Samworth Brothers Supports Transaid and Uganda
International development organisation Transaid has received a training vehicle from Samworth Brothers Supply Chain, which will help meet the growing demand for qualified HGV drivers in Uganda. This is the first pledge of support from Samworth Brothers Supply Chain to Transaid and the MAN TGX truck has been shipped more than 6,000 miles to become […]
The UK Autodrive Project Comes to an End
After three days of complex demonstrations featuring new modes of travel, collaboration between three global car manufacturers, innovative technological features, complex urban environments, and an International CAV Conference, a pioneering project to trial Connected and Automated Vehicles (CAV) has come to a grand conclusion. The UK Autodrive project is the largest of three projects to […]
Bouden Coach Travel Offer International Tours
One year on from obtaining their international license and Bouden Coach Travel are thriving in this area of the industry. Initially aiming to complete just one tour a month to gain experience, the company are now averaging at one a week with no signs of slowing down. “The international touring side of the industry was […]
CoolKit and Hodgson Sealants Fight Against Bacteria
CoolKit, the refrigerated vehicle specialist, is developing its relationship with supplier Hodgson Sealants, by improving the quality of materials used in its conversions. Hodgson Sealants, one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of high quality sealants, has invested in the development of its product range by adding antimicrobial technology provided by BioCote®. “Whilst many products focus […]
MTS Range on Autocat’s Online Catalog
MTS’ range of exhaust systems, distributed in the UK by Opera Automotive, is now listed on MAM Software’s online vehicle parts catalog Autocat, as the brand continues to gain popularity with motor factors and installers throughout the UK. Autocat users will be taken automatically to the correct MTS part for that specific vehicle, including an […]
OVA Is the Latest Member of the IAAF
The online training provider OVA is the latest company to join the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF). Using cutting-edge learning technology and its vast industry expertise, OVA supports vehicle technicians by providing online interactive video-based technical training at manufacturer level, delivering a cost-effective training solution via an internet subscription. “Now we’re a member of the […]
Tenzing Invests in Ticketer Bus Ticketing Technology
Tenzing, the UK-based independent private equity firm, has invested in Ticketer, the UK’s leading provider of bus ticketing technology. Tenzing specialises in investments in high growth SMEs across the UK and Ireland, supporting high performance management teams with which it has a shared vision. “We have big ambitions for our business, and we were looking […]
The Connecting Link of Global Economy
Considered the connecting link in global economy, the Transport and Logistics sector remains in a time of dramatic change. In a world dominated by ever evolving technological advancements the sector is, understandably, always looking to transform innovations to keep at the forefront of the industry in an ever expanding digital age. Maintaining innovative, and ensuring […]
National Autoparts Receives Latest ISO Certification
One of the UK’s leading clutch and brake specialists, National Autoparts, has achieved the latest ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems Standard. Following months of rigorous reviewing of the company’s processes and performance relating to leadership, risk management, and satisfying customer requirements, this prestigious certification is a true testament of National’s dedication to the highest levels […]
JCB Makes Use of Its Outside Storage Space
It has been well documented that warehousing facilities are in short supply and the acute lack of quality stock allied to the seemingly insatiable appetite of online consumers, is only likely to push demand for new units and rental prices for existing sites ever higher. It is hardly surprising then, that in a recent survey […]
SMPE Further Expands Its Engine Management Programme
One of the UK’s largest independently owned automotive parts manufacturers and suppliers, Standard Motor Products Europe (SMPE), has announced that its customers are set to further benefit from another expansion of its engine management programme. The range now includes 48 extra part numbers, such as ignition oils, EGR coolers, air mass meters, oxygen sensors and […]
Sustainable Aviation from Amsterdam
Twenty transport organisations and knowledge institutions across the Netherlands have collaborated to accelerate already existing developments in the hope of making aviation a more sustainable mode of transport. Under the Dutch Smart & Sustainable Plan, the aim of the establishments is to dramatically reduce CO2 emissions from Dutch Civil Aviation by at least 35% by […]
MAHLE Aftermarket Appoints General Manager
Jonathan Walker has been appointed as MAHLE’s General Manager Aftermarket Western Europe, in addition to his current role as General Manager Aftermarket UK & Ireland. Walker takes over from Georges Mourad, who at the same time will adopt a global position of Director of Operations worldwide both within the Aftermarket Business Unit. “I’m looking forward […]
Training on Rotating Electrics and Batteries
More than 40 garages have been brought together by Monmore Auto Parts & Midwest Motor Factors in order to prepare for the busy winter season and train on rotating electrics and batteries. In another well attended event held at GTG Academy in Wolverhampton, garages were first given a presentation on Automechanika Birmingham 2019, highlighting the […]
Exol Lubricants Women Raised Money for Charity
The woman staff at Exol Lubricants have raised funds for a local Walsall charity, taking part in the charity’s ladies only Starlight Walk on the 15th of September. A grand total of £1,331 was raised in aid of St. Giles Hospice, as women from across the region walked 3.75 miles through Aldridge to the finishing […]
McGill’s Is Launching Its New GoZone Tickets App
McGill’s is launching its new app today, allowing customers to keep buying their favourite GoZone tickets, but with a whole new range of features to enjoy! The features include a countdown for customers to view when their bus will arrive, plan a journey, find nearby stops and view timetables in a new, mobile friendly format. […]