Tigers Opens New Office in Frankfurt
Tigers, an enterprise solutions company specialising in e-commerce fulfilment, transportation, and supply chain solutions worldwide., has opened a new office at Frankfurt Airport, Germany, which will support the Group’s global freight growth strategy. The new office will also act as a gateway for Europe by creating air freight consolidation products, starting with the trade lane […]
The British Truck Racing Championship
Team Oliver Racing crossed the channel to participate in the third round of the British Truck Racing Championship, which races over three days ran, alongside four FIA European Truck Championship races. The first session took place on Friday, the 29th of June, with a grid of 27 trucks that gave Stuart and Martin an indication […]
Narrow Aisle Ltd Achieves ISO 9001:2015
Narrow Aisle Ltd, the manufacturer of the Flexi range of articulated forklift truck-based intralogistics solution, has been accredited with ISO 9001:2015 certification, following a successful external audit by the British Standards Institute (BSI). “We are all very proud of the work we do and ISO9001 recognition shows that all aspects of our business comply with […]
ADLV Urges Fleets to Increase Driving Licence Checks
The Association for Driving Licence Verification is urging fleets to increase the frequency of driving licence check on high risk drivers with more than nine points, as a matter of best-practise. The recommendations seek to build on guidelines by the Freight Transport Association and FORS (Fleet Operators Recognition Scheme), which both recommend drivers should be […]
MAHLE Aftermarket Wins Accolade from Road & Rally
Road & Rally Automotive, one of the UK’s fastest growing motor factors, has voted MAHLE Aftermarket as the winner of the ‘Filtration Supplier of the Year’. As a result of a ballot held by the factor to select their supplier of the year, MAHLE Aftermarket was the runaway winner in the component category as chosen […]
New Business Development Manager at B&B
B&B Attachments has appointed James Yates-Taylor as Business Development Manager, a role in which he will be responsible for driving forward business development activities. These activities include growing business networks and relations, contract negotiations, sales, planning and leading projects, as well as further developing the company’s existing customer base. “We are delighted to have James […]
P&O Ferries Announces Highest Freight Volumes
P&O Ferries has announced the highest freight volumes so far on its new dedicated lift unit freight service between Zeebrugge and Hull, with Q2 seeing a fifth consecutive quarter of growth. The integrated ferry and logistics company transported 8,532 lift units on the dedicated freight service between April and June – an increase of 4% […]
Carrier Transicold UK Delivers 15 Units to Swithenbank
Fresh produce supplier Swithenbank has received 15 Syberia engineless refrigeration units, including five TWINCOOL models for multi-temperature operations from Carrier Transicold UK. The systems were selected for new 18-tonne DAF LF rigid trucks, which will be used across the company’s chilled and frozen produce contracts. The Syberia’s engineless solution was chosen to better prepare the […]
First IOSH-Approved Safety Management Training Course
IED Training Solutions and National Express have joined forces to create the industry’s first IOSH-approved safety management training course for the bus and coach industry. The bespoke two-day ‘Managing Workplace and Transport Health and Safety’ course was introduced by IED following a request from National Express to develop something appropriate for senior managers, supervisors, inspectors […]
Best Companies in the Logistics Sector
The UKWA Awards 2018, which took place at London’s Dorchester Hotel on the 4th of July, recognised companies and individuals across the logistics sector for their outstanding performance and professionalism. There were over 450 logistics professionals attending the event, hosted by the journalist and broadcaster Andrew Marr. The winners of the 10 UKWA Awards are: […]
One-Stop-Shop E-Tail Storage Solution
Items being in stock, orders being picked accurately and sent to the correct address to arrive in perfect condition are some of the challenges faced by e-tailers. Meanwhile, promises of next day and same day deliveries are minimising lead times, further ratcheting up the pressure on an already demanding process. However, by failing to handle […]
Arvato Opened New Distribution Centre
Arvato SCM Solutions has opened a new modern e-commerce distribution centre in Dorsten/Marl, Germany, as part of its plans to expand its network in worldwide locations. The site will serve as a logistics hub for the supply chain service provider’s growing e-commerce business, as well as a competence centre for e-commerce and omnichannel, providing integrated, […]
The NX Group Makes New Appointment
The NX Group, a national logistics, warehousing and courier firm, has updated its Warehouse Management System (WMS) by taking on board a new recruit – and IT and Project Manager. Peter Connolly will be working closely with Access Group, the software provider, to lay the groundwork for the future e-commerce operations. “It’s been extremely rewarding […]
Wendy Williamson Re-Elected to FIGIEFA Board
The chief executive of the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF), Wendy Williamson, has been re-elected by FIGIEFA, the association representing the needs of the European aftermarket to governments and legislators of the European Union, to its Board and also made Treasurer. “I’m delighted that fellow members have selected me to continue working closely with FIGIEFA. […]
Pall-Ex Launches Nexus
Pall-Ex has made a new step towards achieving its long-standing pan-European vision by significantly investing in new sector-first software that aims to transform intercontinental palletised haulage and accelerate its International growth strategy. Nexus is a mechanism that streamlines cross-partner communication and traceability, acting as a bridge between all domestic transport management systems across Europe. “The […]
McGill’s Trials Its Zero-Emission Bus
Scotland’s largest bus operator, McGill’s, will be trialling its first zero local-emission bus on the busy 38 route into Glasgow City Centre. Built by Yutong, China’s largest bus and coach manufacturer, the electric bus will receive feedback on customer perception and will trial drivability and operating costs. The single decker consists of features such as […]
MEI Names Air Partner Receives MEI Accolade
Major Events International (MEI) has named Air Partner, the global aviation services group, as the ‘Best Executive Travel Solutions Provider’, as part of its Major Events Summit that took place in Liverpool. Now in its fourth year, the Summit brings together experts from current and future organising committees, sports bodies, venue and key commercial suppliers […]
Contargo Appoints New Managing Director
Jürgen Albersmann has been promoted from his position of Managing Director of Contargo Neuss GmbH to Managing Director of Contargo GmbH & Co. KG. Starting this month, he will be responsible within the Contargo management for the Group’s own terminal activities, as well as the areas of corporate technics, safety and procurement. Albersmann started his […]
ACFO & Fleet Consortium Network Discuss Fleet Management
he UK’s premier fleet decision-makers’ organisation, ACFO, and the leaders of the Global Fleet Consortium Network have met up for the first time to discuss how to work together to promote fleet management best practice worldwide. Paul Hollick, chairman of the ICFM also attended the meeting, bringing forward his idea that it may be possible […]
Zencargo Analyses Inefficient Supply Chains
Digital freight forwarder Zencargo has released an analysis of industry data that suggested supply chain inefficiencies and miscommunication through “Chinese Whispers” are costing UK businesses over £1.5 billion in lost productivity. The study analysed over 100 shipments from a variety of UK industries, finding that UK businesses that trade internationally are wasting over three hours […]
Krone Delivers a Profi Liner to Evyan Transport
A Krone Profi Liner has been delivered to Evyan Transport, the Chelmsford-based general haulier, as it believed to cope with a greater variety of loads and trim fuel costs compared to heavier trailers on the fleet. The trailer is a fine example of Krone’s integrated trailer design and production capability, coming with a sliding roof, […]
Sealane Chooses Schmitz Cargobull
European logistics provider Sealane Freight has decided to buy 18 new Schmitz Cargobull curtainsider trailers, due to their combination of quality, durability and comprehensive aftersale support. While ten of the new trailers have been fitted with fixed aluminium roofs and steel corner posts, the other eight were have been fitted with Schmitz Cargobull’s Safety Roof […]
TTS Strengthens Its Position Within the RoPax Segment
TTS Group maintains its strong position within the RoPax segment after signing important contracts with Guangzhou Shipyard and AVIC Weihai in China through its subsidiary TTS Marine AB. According to the new contracts, TTS will be delivering access equipment for three RoPax vessels. For the contract with Guangzhou Shipyard, TTS will deliver access equipment, such […]
BCA and BMW UK Agree on Contract
A five-year Auto Services Solutions contract has been agreed between BCA Marketplace and BMW UK. The agreement, which is part of BCA’s strategy of becoming market leader of integrated solution, will see BCA provide a full range of joined-up solutions from defleet, refurbishment, inspection and collection, inventory management and remarketing both physical and digital for […]
BIFA Comments on Heathrow Expansion
Robert Keen, Director General of the British Freight Association (BIFA), has spoken about the parliamentary vote in favour of the National Policy Statement for Heathrow expansion. Even though BIFA is positive about the news, the obstacles that the project has to face left them with a certain doubt of whether or not the expansion is […]
Dealer Pro Has Been Upgraded
BCA’s award-winning Dealer Pro service has undergone numerous upgrades to be even more accessible for all dealers, franchised or independent, delivering an accurate, transparent and professional part-exchange process, whilst building confidence with retail customers and improving profitability. Designed in partnership with dealers and developed in-house by BCA, the app delivers enhanced features and a more […]
Bibby Distribution Announces Its Driver of the Year Winners
Bibby Distribution’s Driver of the Year competition has recognised and rewarded its top performing drivers. Nigel Hargreaves was named LGV Driver of the Year based on his exceptional performance over the last 12 months, while Tony Warburton from the company’s Bury site won the Forklift Driver of the Year title in the materials handling category. […]
Xplore Dundee’s Updated App Is Launching
The new mobile ticketing app by Xplore Dundee is being relaunched today, featuring more green Xplore branding and colour-coded tickets, as well as a number of new products and discounts. The Student Daysaver has now been introduced to the app, which will give students unlimited daily travel for £3. A Child Daysaver, also new to […]
Dundee’s Penguin Parade Is Back with 80 statues!
Dundee’s Penguin Parade started during the weekend when 80 statues hit the streets of the city and surrounding areas. The Parade aims to help Maggie’s Cancer Caring Centre and sponsors and artists gathered to celebrate and to take a brief bus tour of the city centre to view some of the amazing artworks. Each unique […]
Activa Contracts Provides Mobile Repairs Service
Activa Contracts has become the first major contract hire and leasing company to offers customers Nationwide Mobile Repairs’ service in order to cut vehicle downtime. Customers benefit from an updated mobile phone application that allows drivers to send pictures of any damage that they would like to be repaired and have a direct lien to […]
Krone Sponsors FIA ETRC
Krone is once again an official sponsor of the FIA European Truck Racing Championship (FIA ETRC) and is also participating as an exhibitor at the Truck Grand Prix. With 115,000 visitors, the Truck Grand Prix is a major event of the ADAC Mittelrhein e.V., uniting motorists, long-distance drivers, truck fans and country fans from the […]
The NWG Innovation Festival 2018
The Northumbrian Water Innovation Festival 2018 will be taking place between Monday, the 9th, and Friday, the 13th, at Marquee Village, Newcastle Racecourse, High Gosforth Park, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 5HP. Led by Northern Gas Networks, VLS, and its own Fleet Manager, the sprint will see a whole range of people from Energy Saving Trust, […]
Collett Delivered Thirteen Cargoes to London
Collett has been appointed by fabrication specialists Allerton Steel to undertake the intricate delivery of 13 cargoes destined for the Leicester Square Hotel construction site in the heart of the capital. The seven 11 tonne steel props, measuring 19m (L) x 0.5m (W) x 0.5m (H), and the six 63 Tonne trusses measuring 20.5m (L) […]
Mediafleet Helps Rebrand Milk & More
Mediafleet, fleet livery and branding specialist, and Milk & More, Britain’s largest doorstep milk delivery service, have started a major new contract to rebrand around 1,200 Milk & More electric milk floats, diesel vans, HGVs and trailers. So far, Mediafleet has rebranded around 250 vehicles, including of the company’s 200 new electric StreetScooter milk floats. […]
CPL Transport Chooses Stralis Trucks from IVECO
CPL Transport has purchased two new 44-tonne Stralis trucks equipped with 510hp Cursor 13 engines from one of IVECO’s national network of dealerships. The oversized load logistics experts purchased their first IVECO six years ago and Haynes Trucks in Kent managed to keep that vehicle in top condition for the whole time, which persuaded CPL […]
MyVehicle App Comes with New Features
MyVehicle App by Jaama, the UK’s leading fleet industry asset management software system provider, is announced additional functionalities. The latest generation of this innovative smartphone app delivers both usability enhancements along with ‘look and feel’ improvements, which will benefit both fleet managers and drivers. The latest developments by Jaama include: Key2 system administrators being able […]