# Transport & Logistics Magazine

> The Choice of Industry Professionals


## Posts

- [Treasure’s Giant Beer Cans At Truckfest](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/treasures-giant-beer-cans-truckfest/): Lincolnshire-based Treasure Transport Services’ flagship tanker makes its first special appearance at Europe’s biggest trucking event, Truckfest, in May.
- [Employers, Trainers, Schools And Colleges Invited To Breakfast With Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/employers-trainers-schools-colleges-invited-breakfast-logistics/): Skills for Logistics, Milton Keynes, 26 April 2013.
- [New Fh ‘Bling’ To Wow Crowds At Truckfest Peterborough](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fh-bling-wow-crowds-truckfest-peterborough/): With sales riding high, the new Volvo FH and FH16s will be in the spotlight on the Volvo Trucks stand (adjacent to the grandstand) at Truckfest Peterborough on 5th and 6th of May this year.
- [Ian Veitch Of Yusen Logistics Takes Over As FTA President](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/ian-veitch-yusen-logistics-takes-fta-president/): Stewart Oades has handed over the presidency of the Freight Transport Association to Ian Veitch, Managing Director of Yusen Logistics UK, following FTA's National Council meeting in London today (23 April).
- [Bridgestone’s CV Showing Is Reaping Rewards](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/bridgestones-cv-showing-reaping-rewards/): Bridgestone’s high profile presence at the Commercial Vehicle Show is continuing to reap rewards, with scores of fleet managers and industry professionals following up interest after visiting the company’s stand.
- [HS2 Ltd recommends tunnel under Ealing and Northolt](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/hs2-recommends-tunnel-ealing-northolt/): Britain’s high speed rail network could be tunnelled under Ealing and Northolt in a move that would be 15 months quicker to build and minimise disruption to residents and traffic in north west London.
- [International Maritime Employers’ Council (IMEC) Hailed As Key To Effective Implementation Of MLC 2006](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/international-maritime-employers-council-imec-hailed-key-effective-implementation-mlc-2006/): On Friday 19 April 2013, IMEC held its inaugural International Maritime Conference in London.
- [Finalists Announced In FTA Everywoman In Transport & Logistics Awards](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/finalists-announced-fta-everywoman-transport-logistics-awards/): The finalists in the annual FTA everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards are unveiled today, shining a spotlight on the female champions leading the way in the sector.
- [Worldtrucker App Launched For The Online Driver Community](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/worldtrucker-app-launched-online-driver-community/): Volvo Trucks has launched an app for the Worldtrucker online community.
- [The New Volvo Fmx: Superior Handling In All Conditions](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-fmx-superior-handling-conditions/): The new Volvo FMX is easier to drive, at the same time as several innovations boost its efficiency and off-road capability for FMX models with a single steered front axle.
- [CV Show 2013 - Something For Everyone](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/cv-show-2013/): Organisers of the 2013 Commercial Vehicle Show are delighted that, once again, the flag has been flown for the UK road transport industry.
- [The Microlise Annual Transport Conference offers more in May...](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/microlise-annual-transport-conference-offers-may/): Last year’s Microlise Transport Conference was described as a “significant event in the telematics calendar” by m.Logistics Sharon Clancy.
- [Safety First As Michelin Commerce Achieves One Million Hours Without Accident](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/safety-michelin-commerce-achieves-million-hours-accident/): Michelin’s UK and ROI commercial team has surpassed one million man hours without a lost time accident, as a result of a collective effort to improve health and safety.
- [bmi regional Marks 25th Anniversary of First European Route](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/bmi-regional-marks-25th-anniversary-european-route/): APRIL 8th 1988 dawned bright and sunny in Aberdeen as the team behind a fledgling independent airline popped the champagne corks to celebrate the launch of their first scheduled international flight out of the Granite City.
- [DAF Introduces New Euro 6 LF and CF Series](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/daf-introduces-euro-6-lf-cf-series/): The Euro 6 LF and CF have been developed for maximum transport efficiency, market-leading low operating costs and optimum vehicle performance.
- [VOSA to Make Keynote Address at FTA Van Excellence Conferences](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/vosa-keynote-address-fta-van-excellence-conferences/): The Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) will be making the keynote address at each of this year's FTA Van Excellence conferences, providing the opportunity for delegates to hear at first hand VOSA's views on the general operational standards of vans across the UK and the van world generally.
- [Transport Secretary Visits CV Show](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/transport-2/): Organisers of the 2013 Commercial Vehicle Show were delighted to host a roundtable discussion today (9 April) with the Secretary of State for Transport, the Rt Hon Patrick McLoughlin MP.
- [Achilles Awarded Top Security Accreditation](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/achilles-awarded-top-security-accreditation/): Leading supply chain management company Achilles has shown it adheres to the highest standards of information security, after achieving the British Standards Institution ISO 27001 certification.
- [Bridgestone ECOPIA Truck Tyre To Increase Fuel Savings](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/bridgestone-ecopia-trailer-truck-tyre-increase-fuel-savings/): Bridgestone’s most economical truck tyre range has added a dedicated trailer product to its ranks for the first time, in the form of the new ECOPIA H-TRAILER 001.
- [Arco Offers World Class Products And Demonstrates Safety In Confined Spaces At This Year’s Safety & Health Expo (14-16th May, NEC Birmingham)](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/arco-offers-world-class-products-demonstrates-safety-confined-spaces-years-safety-health-expo-14-16th-may-nec-birmingham/): Arco, the UK’s leading safety company, will unveil its state-of-the- art mobile confined space training unit to visitors at this year’s Safety and Health Expo, an innovative training solution to help keep people safe when working in confined space situations.
- [HS2 potential to boost job opportunities in UK and beyond](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/hs2-potential-boost-job-opportunities-uk/): HS2 has a bright future in the UK, and has real potential to boost job opportunities, according to built environment professionals.
- [RFG urges ORR – Don’t price biomass off rail](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/rfg-urges-orr-dont-price-biomass-rail/): The Rail Freight Group (RFG) has urged the Office of Rail Regulation (ORR) not to proceed with proposals to significantly increase charges paid for the moving of biomass by rail.
- [Michelin Teams Up With Drive iQ To Protect Young Road Users](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/michelin-teams-drive-iq-protect-young-road-users/): Michelin Tyre PLC is backing the award winning social enterprise Drive iQ to help educate young drivers about road safety.
- [Gray & Adams unveils its new home delivery contender](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/gray-adams-unveils-home-delivery-contender/): Gray & Adams has responded to demand from the fast-growing home delivery sector for another major supplier, by launching its own purpose-designed vehicle.
- [NR Evans reaps mpg bonus with Mercedes-Benz New Actros from Euro Commercials](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/nr-evans-reaps-mpg-bonus-mercedes-benz-actros-euro-commercials/): The first seven Mercedes-Benz New Actros tractor units to join the fleet of NR Evans are already delivering mpg returns in the high nines – as a delighted Managing Director Neil Evans admits: “I thought it would take longer to achieve these fuel figures.” Supplied by South Wales dealer Euro Commercials, all are New Actros 2542 models with state-of-the-art 420hp straight-six engines and wind-cheating StreamSpace cabs.
- [Brussels Airport names bmi regional the most punctual regional airline](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/brussels-airport-names-bmi-regional-punctual-regional-airline/): bmi regional has been named the most punctual regional airline in 2012 at the sixth annual Brussels Airport Aviation Awards.
- [‘Paparazzi’ Sneak Preview Engaged People All Over Europe](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/paparazzi-sneak-preview-engaged-people-europe/): The ‘Paparazzi’ campaign - Volvo Trucks’ rolling sneak preview of the new Volvo FM - attracted sharp-eyed photographers in 18 countries across Europe to participate in a competition to take the best photograph of the new Volvo FM.
- [Bosch Puts Manufacturers and Operators In The Driving Seat at Railtex](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/bosch-puts-manufacturers-operators-driving-seat-railtex/): Bosch Puts Manufacturers and Operators In The Driving Seat at Railtex Longstanding supplier into the rail sector, Bosch Rexroth, is set to reveal a host of innovative applications for the rail industry at this year’s Railtex exhibition at London’s Earls Court (30 April – 2 May).
- [CitySprint continues expansion strategy with the acquisition of Heathrow Baggage Services](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/citysprint-continues-expansion-strategy-acquisition-heathrow-baggage-services/): CitySprint, the UK’s leading private same day distribution company, today announced that it has acquired Heathrow Baggage Services, the Heathrow-based luggage repatriation, replacement and repair business as it looks to support its growing luggage delivery brand, CityBags.
- [Failed appointments cost British business £53 billion in inefficiencies and lost productivity every year](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/failed-appointments-cost-british-business-53-billion-inefficiencies-lost-productivity-year/): 26th March 2013 -- British businesses that carry out home appointments and deliveries are losing more than £53 billion every year due to customers not being at home.
- [Shedding the lbs to save the £s – Robert Anderson](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/shedding-lbs-save-s-robert-anderson/): Shedding the lbs to save the £s – Robert Anderson It is well known that carrying unnecessary weight in a vehicle increases its fuel consumption.
- [English Heritage Blue Plaque for Harry Beck](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/english-heritage-blue-plaque-harry-beck/): On the 80th anniversary of the first public appearance of his Tube map design and the 150th anniversary of the London Underground, Harry Beck (1902-1974) is to be commemorated with an English Heritage blue plaque at his birthplace, 14 Wesley Road, Leyton, E10 on Monday 25th March at 10am.
- [New Actros opens latest chapter in C&H (Hauliers) success story](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/actros-opens-latest-chapter-ch-hauliers-success-story/): Leading paper haulier and distributor C&H (Hauliers) Ltd has set the seal on a £4-million overhaul of its fleet by investing in 40 Mercedes-Benz tractor units and 34 high-volume SDC curtainside trailers.
- [New look as Anderson rebrands](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/anderson-rebrands/): It’s all change for one of London’s most established coach operators, as it enjoys its 25th anniversary year.
- [Tesco plays the long game with Gray & Adams](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/tesco-plays-long-game-gray-adams/): Tesco is now running 25 new 15.65m Gray & Adams refrigerated trailers as part of a widely publicised Department for Transport-backed trial.The retailer’s decision to commission Gray & Adams to build every one of its extended-length trailers reflects its faith in the manufacturer’s build quality and back-up.Recent winner of the ‘Private Sector Fleet of the Year’ prize at the Green Fleet Awards, Tesco is a long-standing Gray & Adams customer and operates a substantial fleet of its temperature-controlled single- and double-deck 13.6m and short, urban trailers.
- [Better Connections: Options For The Integration Of HS2](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/connections-options-integration-high-speed-2-hs2-chief-executive-statement/): HS2 Ltd Chief Executive Alison Munro said: "We welcome this study and support its conclusions.
- [The Sun Shines On Bedfords, As The Biscuit Boys Scoop First Place!](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/sun-shines-bedfords-biscuit-boys-scoop-place/): Leeds based logistics specialist, Bedford Group recently enjoyed yet another fantastic Golf Day, with players making the most of the glorious weather conditions, which greeted them at Oulton Hall.
- [ARR Craib Transport Ltd In The Running For Prestigious Environmental Award](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/arr-craib-transport-running-prestigious-environmental-award/): Aberdeen-based haulage firm ARR Craib Transport Ltd has been shortlisted for a top business accolade in recognition of its efforts to reduce its carbon footprint.
- [Boris On Beeching An Opportunity For Walking & Cycling](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/boris-beeching-opportunity-walking-cycling/): Responding to news that London Mayor Boris Johnson has called for disused railway lines across the UK to be turned into traffic-free cycle lanes, Sustrans’ National Cycle Network Manager, Martyn Brunt said: “Many of the railway tracks closed in the Beeching cuts are now popular walking and cycling routes that bring millions of pounds to the UK economy and help keep the population healthy.
- [Heli-One Poland: Work Begins On Customised Facility, Extending Company’s Global Helicopter MRO Reach](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/heli-one-poland-work-begins-customised-facility-extending-companys-global-helicopter-mro-reach/): - Investing $10m in new customised maintenance, repair and overhaul facility - Team in Rzeszow Has First Aircraft Project In-Hangar – to be completed August 2013 - New Location Creating Skilled Jobs in Aviation Valley Region The world’s largest independent provider of helicopter maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services began work on its new facilities in Rzeszow, its fourth major location around the globe.
- [Quattro Group Announce Management Buyout](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/quattro-group-announce-management-buyout/): Quattro Group is delighted to announce that the organisation has been bought by its management team.
- [Stobart Biomass New, Long-Term Contract](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/stobart-biomass-contract/): The Board of Stobart is pleased to announce that Stobart Biomass Products Limited (“Stobart Biomass”) has entered into a new, long-term contract to supply fuel to the Evermore Renewable Energy Plant, a 15.8 MWe recycled wood fuelled combined heat and power (CHP) station to be constructed in Derry/Londonderry.
- [Record Stena Line First Half Passenger Numbers](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/record-stena-line-passenger-numbers-holland-approach-quarter-million/): Stena Line transported a total of 246,000 passengers between Harwich and the Hook of Holland in the first six months of 2013.
- [Emirates SkyCargo Serves An Aston Martin On A Plate](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/emirates-skycargo-serves-aston-martin-plate/): Glasgow, UK – 29 July 2013 – Question; when you have to quickly get a brand new Aston Martin Cygnet from the UK to Cyprus for someone’s birthday, how do you do it?
- [T Barry Nets Fuel Bonus With New Actros From Mercedes-Benz](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/barry-nets-fuel-bonus-actros-mercedes-benz/): The first Mercedes-Benz New Actros tractor units to wear the colours of Gloucestershire bulk haulier T Barry have made a flying start, setting new standards for fuel efficiency from the outset.
- [ARR Craib Transport Delivers Award-Winning Garden To Aberdeen Royal Infirmary](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/arr-craib-transport-delivers-award-winning-garden-aberdeen-royal-infirmary/): Haulage firm ARR Craib Transport Ltd made an unusual delivery this week with a load that promises to brighten up the lives of in-patients at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary (ARI).
- [Volvo Dealer Keeps KHL Logistics FM Car Transporters On The Move](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/volvo-dealer-khl-logistics-fm-car-transporters-move/): Swansea-based vehicle transporter specialist KHL Logistics Ltd., cite the good relationship they enjoy with their local Volvo dealer, Truck and Bus Wales & West, as a key reason that Volvo FMs continue to form the backbone of the company’s car transporter fleet.
- [DTZ Research: Logistics Occupiers In Europe Continue To Benefit From Low Growth In Costs](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/dtz-research-logistics-occupiers-europe-continue-benefit-growth-costs/): - London Heathrow remains the most expensive market globally, followed by Hong Kong, Zurich, Singapore and Oslo - The global top five least expensive markets are dominated by the Chinese Tier II cities of Wuhan, Shenyang and Chengdu, with Atlanta and Marseille completing the list - Despite above inflation growth in 2012, DTZ’s five-year outlook for global logistics occupancy costs is muted at an average annual growth of 1.6% - Occupiers in Europe will continue to benefit from subdued cost growth.
- [Beware Of The Noise, Warns UK Freight Association](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/beware-noise-warns-uk-freight-association/): With final submissions on proposals for airport capacity in the UK due today, the trade association for UK freight forwarders and logistics service providers is hoping the Airport Commission does not get distracted by all the ‘noise’ there has been on the subject in the last few days.
- [UK’s Best Port of Call Cruising Ahead](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/cruising/): The Port of Tyne was recently named UK’s Best Port of Call and it continues to expand its cruise operations with a number of new cruise lines including the Port in their itineraries this year.
- [Professional Drivers Invited To ‘Drive Alive’ With Novadata](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/professional-drivers-invited-drive-alive-novadata/): Novadata has launched ‘Drive Alive’, the first of a series of new training courses aimed at helping professional drivers to achieve excellence in their daily use of commercial vehicles on the road.
- [Volvo’s UK National First Time Pass Rate Of 94.7% Underpins Importance Of The Science Of Compliance](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvos-uk-national-time-pass-rate-94-7-underpins-importance-science-compliance/): Statistics issued by VOSA reveal that Volvo Trucks’ UK dealer network achieved a first time national pass rate of 94.7% for annual MOT tests conducted in the five months to the end of May 2013.
- [Nearly 100,000 Jobs On The Cards By 2020 For Industry Sectors: PwC Research Shows](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/100000-jobs-cards-2020-industry-sectors-pwc-research-shows/): - Nearly 50,000 new UK manufacturing jobs on the cards by 2020 - Transport could see nearly 40,000 jobs boost and construction by 17,400 - GDP could be 2-3% higher by 2020 if financial services Gross Value Added (GVA - contribution to wider economy) rises by £50bn between 2013/14 and 2020/21 New research launched today by PwC shows that industries such as manufacturing could see a combined surge of nearly 100,000 new jobs by 2020 if the UK financial services sector is supported by sustainable and well regulated growth.
- [Riches Transport Organises ‘Your Name Here’ Charity Prize Draw](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/riches-transport-organises-your-here-charity-prize-draw/): Thetford-based, family-owned haulier, Riches Transport are running a prize draw in support of children’s charity ‘Educator’s Trust India’.
- [Norbert Dentressangle Salutes Military Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/norbert-dentressangle-salutes-military-scheme/): Norbert Dentressangle is working in partnership with Skills for Logistics to support the government funded Military Work Placement Scheme.
- [Goodyear’s New Truck Tyre Generation Coming Soon](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/goodyears-truck-tyre-generation-coming/): This summer will see the launch of two new tyre ranges for fleets striving for efficiency Birmingham, July 2013 – Goodyear announces today the roll-out of a new generation of truck tyres.
- [The Recession Has Bottomed Out](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/recession-bottomed/): TimoCom's transport barometer finishes the 2nd quarter with a surplus in freight Dusseldorf – The hardest time for the transport industry seems to be over.
- [Millbrook To Showcase 'Outdoor Laboratory' In Real Time At LCV2013 (4-5 September 2013)](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/millbrook-showcase-outdoor-laboratory-real-time-lcv2013-4-5-september-2013/): Engineers at Millbrook Proving Ground, one of Europe’s leading locations for testing and developing every type of land vehicle, from motorcycles and passenger cars to heavy commercial, military and agricultural vehicles, will be showcasing their PEMS (Portable Emissions Measurement System) capability at LCV2013.
- [New Cargo Terminal For Emirates SkyCargo At Dubai World Central Al Maktoum International Airport](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/cargo-terminal-emirates-skycargo-dubai-world-central-al-maktoum-international-airport/): LONDON, UK - 17 July 2013 – Construction has begun on Emirates SkyCargo’ s new state-of-the-art cargo terminal and supporting facilities at Dubai World Central Al Maktoum International Airport, which is set to become the home of its freighter operations from May 2014.
- [Microlise Continues Tradition Of Innovation With New ‘Smart’ In-Cab Driver Communications Tablet](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/microlise-continues-tradition-innovation-smart-in-cab-driver-communications-tablet/): Microlise have a long standing reputation for innovation within the vehicle tracking, telematics, journey management and proof of delivery arena.
- [Strong Ties In Successful Midlands Partnership](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/strong-ties-successful-midlands-partnership/): Lichfield-based distribution specialist Palletways Birmingham has announced a renewal of their contract with Simpson Strong-Tie, one of the world’s largest suppliers of structural building products, in a long-standing partnership that has greatly improved the efficiency of the supply chain for local businesses.
- [Thales Partners With Network Rail On ‘Project Of The Year’](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/thales-partners-network-rail-project-year/): London, UK – 15th July 2013 – Network Rail’s Intelligent Infrastructure programme, which incorporates an Intelligent Infrastructure Management (IIM) system for remote conditioning monitoring from Thales UK, has been recognised as Project of the Year in the Real IT Awards.
- [Founder Of Stena - Sten Allan Olsson Passes Away Aged 96](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/founder-stena-sten-allan-olsson-1916-2013/): Stena’s founder, ship-owner, entrepreneur and family man, Sten Allan Olsson has passed away at the age of 96 years old.
- [Perfect Reliability Convinces Elliotts To Take Volvo](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/perfect-reliability-convinces-elliotts-volvo/): A long-term, profitable relationship with his local dealer and 'almost perfect reliability' of other Volvo eight-wheelers in the fleet were just two of the factors which convinced Nick Elliott, managing director of Elliotts (Cheltenham) Ltd., to invest in two new FM 8x4 tippers.
- [Passenger Lift Services Announce New CEO](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/passenger-lift-services-announce-ceo/): Passenger Lift Services Limited (PLS), the renowned specialist in passenger lift solutions for accessible vehicles, has announced the appointment of global entrepreneur Mike Simmonds as new CEO.
- [Refix Electricians Switch To Mercedes-Benz Vito](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/refix-electricians-switch-mercedes-benz-vito/): Property maintenance and electrical services specialist Refix has chosen the year of its silver anniversary to make its first investments in vans bearing the silver star of Mercedes-Benz.
- [Service Metals Continues To Build With Finance From RBS](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/service-metals-continues-build-finance-rbs/): 10 July 2013 – Morley-based Service Metals Group (Service Metals), Europe’s leading supplier of road transport products and components, is to move its Gateshead operation into new premises after agreeing a £450,000 finance package with RBS Corporate & Institutional Banking (RBS CIB).
- [Cardiff Aviation Limited Aquires European Skybus Flight Training](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/cardiff-aviation-limited-aquires-european-skybus-flight-training/): Cardiff Aviation Limited, the aircraft maintenance and flight training organisation established in July 2012 by Iron Maiden vocalist Bruce Dickinson and business partner Mario Fulgoni, has acquired European Skybus flight training.
- [BMW Group Reports Highest Sales Ever](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bmw-group-reports-highest-sales-months/): Sales increase by 6.0% to 954,521 vehicles in the first half year 184,489 Group vehicles delivered in June, an increase of 6.9% Robertson: Headwinds prevail in some European markets Munich.
- [Emirates SkyCargo Connecting More North European Firms with International Trade Opportunities](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/emirates-skycargo-connecting-north-european-firms-international-trade-opportunities/): LONDON, UK – 8 July , 2013 –Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, will soon be connecting more North European businesses with international opportunities with the addition of Stockholm to Emirates global network on 4th September 2013.
- [Cast Away On River For Tyne Play](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/cast-river-tyne-play/): Exploring the breadth and depths of the River Tyne, Tyne is a brand new play created by Port of Tyne’s writer-in-residence Michael Chaplin.
- [Volvo And Crossroads First To The ‘Baa’ With Black Sheep Brewery](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/volvo-crossroads-baa-black-sheep-brewery/): As part of a general restructuring of the way the company handles its transport and logistics, two ‘Classic’ Volvo FH-500 6x2, 44-tonne GCW tractor units and a Volvo FL-240 18-tonne 4x2 GVW rigid dray vehicle have joined the fleet of Black Sheep Brewery.
- [Improvements To Drink-Drive Rehabilitation Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/improvements-drink-drive-rehabilitation-scheme/): The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) has announced changes to the Drink-Drive Rehabilitation Scheme (DDRS) to offer more consistent quality standards and wider availability of courses as well as transferring the full cost to the user rather than the taxpayer.
- [Shipping And Ports Minister Tours Port Of Tyne](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/shipping-ports-minister-tours-port-tyne/): The Port of Tyne welcomed Shipping Minister Stephen Hammond, for a tour of the site and operations on Monday (1st July).
- [Eyefreight Hires New Sales Managers, Northern And Central Europe](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/eyefreight-hires-sales-managers-northern-central-europe/): 02 July 2013 - Bunnik, The Netherlands - Eyefreight, a leading provider of Transportation Management System technology, today announced it has hired Trevor Long and Dirk Wilke to the positions of sales manager, Northern Europe and sales manager, Central Europe, respectively.
- [Port Shows Real Commitment To Community Apprenticeships](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/port-shows-real-commitment-community-apprenticeships/): Young people from the local community have a valuable opportunity to pick from the wealth of apprenticeships on offer at the Port of Dover.
- [The Road Of Tomorrow Is Electric](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/road-tomorrow-electric/): Consider a future where trucks and buses are continuously supplied with electric power without carrying large batteries.
- [£2m Immingham Dealership Coming Soon For Northside Truck & Van](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/2m-immingham-dealership-coming-northside-truck-van/): There’s a new star rising for commercial vehicle operators in north Lincolnshire – Mercedes-Benz dealer Northside Truck & Van has just started construction work on a new dealership at Stallingborough, near Immingham.
- [Comments From Mark Cowlard, Head Of Rail At EC Harris](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/comments/): “Today’s detail from the Government about its spending plans puts transportation infrastructure firmly at the centre of our future growth.
- [PwC's UK Head Of Transportation & Logistics, Coolin Desai](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/comments-pwcs-uk-head-transportation-logistics-coolin-desai/): PwC's UK head of transportation & logistics, Coolin Desai, commented: "The Government has laid out an ambitious trajectory to get Britain back on the transport track.
- [A Shade Greener Ltd – Over 200 Vehicles Tracked With Quartix](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/shade-greener-200-vehicles-tracked-quartix/): A Shade Greener Ltd, UK leaders in the free solar industry, are tracking their fleet of over 200 vehicles with the award-winning Quartix system.
- [Emirates Announces New Senior Management Appointments](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/emirates-announces-senior-management-appointments/): LONDON, UK – 26 June 2013 – Emirates, one of the world’s fastest growing airlines, recently announced new appointments to senior management roles within the organisation which mirror the company’s growth and expansion.
- [Supacat Multi-purpose Vessel 24 Official Product Launch At Seawork](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/supacat-multi-purpose-vessel-24-official-product-launch-seawork/): Southampton, UK - The Supacat Multi-purpose Vessel 24 (SMV24), which will transform support operations in today’s growing offshore wind farm and maritime engineering sectors, receives its official launch at Seawork International.
- [Minister Confirms DHB’s Ability To Deliver For Customers, Community And The UK](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/minister-confirms-dhbs-ability-deliver-customers-community-uk/): The Secretary of State for Transport has appointed three new Board Members to the Dover Harbour Board as the positive work being undertaken by Chairman George Jenkins and Chief Executive Tim Waggott in working to deliver the vision of being the best port in the world for the benefit of customers and the community gathers momentum.
- [Agency Merger Must Deliver Improvements For Commercial Vehicle Operators, Says FTA](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/agency-merger-deliver-improvements-commercial-vehicle-operators-fta/): "FTA supports any move which can deliver improved services and better value for money for its members, and we can certainly see some potential for this in the proposed merger of DSA and VOSA."
- [HS2 Phase 2 Route Birmingham To Leeds & Manchester](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/hs2-phase-route-north-birmingham-leeds-manchester-environmental-services-contract-awarded/): Work continues apace on the development of the second phase of the planned high speed rail network that will act as an engine for growth, help support the creation of 100,000 jobs and link eight of Britain’s ten largest cities.
- [Bridgestone Inflating An Exclusive New Product](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/bridgestone-inflating-exclusive-product/): Not content with inflating its range of tyres for thousands of motorists to make the most of, Bridgestone is also pumping air into another premium product for the first time.
- [How An Ultra-Modern Truck Is Built](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/ultra-modern-truck-built/): This spring saw the first of the series-produced new Volvo FH trucks roll out of the factory gates for delivery to customers throughout Europe.
- [Microlise Telematics To Drive Efficiency For Downton](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/microlise-telematics-drive-efficiency-downton/): C M Downton Ltd has made a significant investment in a new in-cab telematics system for its 500-strong vehicle fleet.
- [‘Classic’ Fh Package Brings Volvo Back To Evans Transport](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/classic-fh-package-brings-volvo-evans-transport/): Describing the Truck & Bus Wales and West offer as a ‘great package’, Nigel Evans, managing director of Evans Transport Ltd and Seymour Transport added that ‘it was good to see some Volvos back in the fleet.’ Four ‘Classic’ Volvo FH13-500 6x2 mid-lift tractor units, fitted with the spacious Globetrotter XL cab, are the latest of several such units to join the 140-strong fleet which operates nationwide.
- [Emirates SkyCargo To Open Second Trade Lane With The Philippines](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/emirates-skycargo-open-trade-lane-philippines/): DUBAI, U.A.E., - 18 June 2013 – Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, is set to increase its cargo capacity to the Philippines, when Emirates begins daily non-stop flights to Clark International Airport from 1st October 2013.
- [New bmi Regional Service To Connect Key Oil And Gas Cities](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/bmi-regional-service-connect-key-oil-gas-cities/): bmi regional will launch a new scheduled service linking Aberdeen and Kristiansund in Norway in August, it was announced today (17 June 2013).
- [Agenda For Cooperation Between Airlines And Airports](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/agenda-cooperation-airlines-airports/): Istanbul - The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called for a unified agenda between airlines and airports to address the mutual challenges of growth and sustainability.
- [Gasrec And Volvo Trucks Enter Gas Vehicle Partnership](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/gasrec-volvo-trucks-enter-gas-vehicle-partnership/): Leading UK bio-fuel supplier Gasrec has teamed up with global heavy-duty truck manufacturer Volvo Trucks to help business customers cut haulage costs and reduce carbon emissions.
- [National Express Chief Executive Dean Finch Calls On Managements To ‘Be Bold, Challenge Orthodoxy And Transform Businesses’](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/national-express-chief-executive-dean-finch-calls-managements-be-bold-challenge-orthodoxy-transform-businesses/): Last night, Dean Finch, Chief Executive of the National Express Group, who has been recognised for the award winning turnaround of National Express, spoke at the Institute for Turnaround (IFT) Annual Lecture held at Pinsent Masons LLP.
- [Bristow Boss Tours Inverness Airport Business Park](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/bristow-boss-tours-inverness-airport-business-park/): The head of Bristow Helicopters travelled to Inverness today (Wednesday 12 June 2013) to discuss the company’s plans for a Search and Rescue (SAR) base at Inverness Airport Business Park (IABP).
- [Michelin Begins Comprehensive Tyre Trial With Suckling Transport Ahead Of Euro VI](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/michelin-begins-comprehensive-tyre-trial-suckling-transport-euro-vi/): Michelin has kicked off an extensive 12-month trial comparing the wear rate of three key truck tyre sizes to determine the best fitment strategy for petroleum haulage contractor Suckling Transport, prior to its first Euro VI vehicles joining the fleet.
- [E-Commerce Drive Transport Sector Recruitment](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/e-commerce-drive-transport-sector-recruitment/): Manpower employment outlook survey reveals that job prospects in the transport sector remain in positive territory -Outlook of +2% in the Transport sector, driven by e-commerce delivery services -Strong demand for Category B drivers helps boost diversity in the industry -Employers looking for white collar professionals with strong experience in supply chain and procurement 11 June 2013: The Employment Outlook for the Transport sector remains in positive territory, with a score of +2% in Q3 2013, according to ManpowerGroup, the world leader in innovative workforce solutions.
- [The Co-operative Launches New Driver Of The Year Competition](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/co-operative-launches-driver-year-competition/): The Co-operative Food has launched a competition to find the Driver of the Year in its Logistics Service and reward them for making a difference to store service and efficiency.
- [Commitment To Road Safety Is Welcome, But Measures Need To Be Realistic Says FTA](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/commitment-road-safety-welcome-measures-realistic-fta-jun-6-2013/): "Restricting the size of lorries will ultimately lead to more vehicles on London’s roads – it would take 13 vans to carry the same amount of goods as a 26 tonne lorry."
- [Bridgestone Hoping To Get Everywhere With Interactive Campaign](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/bridgestone-hoping-interactive-campaign/): Bridgestone is embarking on an adventure to position itself as an ‘innovative and interactive’ industry leading brand, courtesy of a new marketing campaign which invites customers to take an exciting trip of their own.
- [First Real-Time Tracking Freight Exchange Goes Live](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/real-time-tracking-freight-exchange-live/): shipntrak today announces the launch of the company’s new subscription-free online freight exchange at shipntrak.com.
- [Trucks In Focus At Castle Combe Cycle Safety Day](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/trucks-focus-castle-combe-cycle-safety-day/): Volvo dealer Truck and Bus Wales & West is working with Hills Quarry Products to make cycling safer.
- [Rail Advisers Strengthen Efficiency Improvement Specialist](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/senior-rail-advisers-strengthen-efficiency-improvement-specialist/): Operational improvement specialist Newton has made two senior appointments to its advisory board to strengthen its expertise in the sector.
- [New Penalties To Tackle Tailgating And Middle Lane Hogging](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/penalties-tackle-tailgating-middle-ane-hogging/): Careless drivers who put other road users at risk face on-the-spot penalties under new measures announced today (5 June 2013) by Road Safety Minister Stephen Hammond.
- [Kapsch Presents New Weigh In Motion Solution At ITS Europe](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/kapsch-presents-weigh-motion-solution-europe/): Innovative solution allows increased traffic flows, reduced wear and tear and lowers emissions Kapsch TrafficCom today announced a new Weigh in Motion (WIM) solution at this year’s ITS European conference in Dublin.
- [Student’s Road Sign Revolution](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/students-road-sign-revolution/): A student hopes his new hologram road signs which ‘pulse’ at drivers will lead to a revolution in the way motorists are given information on the roads.
- [It’s All Change At The Top For Mercedes-Benz Dealer S & B Commercials](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/its-change-top-mercedes-benz-dealer-commercials/): One of Britain’s biggest and most successful commercial vehicle dealers is going for growth under the leadership of a new-look senior management team.
- [Eurotunnel Launches ETICA To Help Intermodal Rail Freight](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/eurotunnel-launches-etica-develop-intermodal-rail-freight/): Eurotunnel considers that one of its principal missions is to develop railway traffic between the United Kingdom and continental Europe.
- [Sainsbury’s Takes To The Road To Drive Carbon Reductions](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/sainsburys-takes-road-drive-carbon-reductions/): - Sainsbury’s Dual-Fuel fleet to deliver carbon reduction equivalent to taking over 900 cars off the road each year (over 2,090 tonnes of CO2) - Sainsbury’s was the first supermarket to make daily food deliveries using a vehicle powered by bio-methane - Retailer aims to achieve 35 per cent reduction in logistics fleet CO2 emissions by 2020 Sainsbury’s has extended its Dual-Fuel fleet to 51 vehicles saving up to 25 per cent in carbon emissions.
- [Aviation Team At Blake Lapthorn Expands With New Partner Appointment](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/aviation-team-blake-lapthorn-expands-partner-appointment/): Aviation specialist Mark Turnbull has been promoted to partner by law firm Blake Lapthorn.
- [*UPDATE* ‘Save Money, Save Lives’ Conference On The Business Benefits Of Well-Managed Health And Safety](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/save-money-save-lives-conference-business-benefits-well-managed-health-safety/): *UPDATE* Quote ref ‘Transport & Logistics magazine’ for non-members discount of £15 + VAT.
- [Chancellor To Announce £35 Million Regional Growth Funding For Mersey Dredging Project](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/chancellor-announce-35-million-regional-growth-funding-mersey-dredging-project/): The Chancellor, George Osborne, will today announce a grant of £35 million from the Government’s Regional Growth Fund for a project to dredge the approach channel in the Mersey Estuary.
- [A ‘Smashing’ Development](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/smashing-development/): Good progress is being made at the Port of Dover on its multi-million pound Traffic Management Improvement (TMI) project as the Port works to ensure that it is providing its customers with excellent service within a world class port facility.
- [Radars Opening Up New Air Traffic And Border Control Opportunities](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/radars-opening-air-traffic-border-control-opportunities/): One of the world’s top minds on radar research will outline how his work is helping to improve our air traffic control and border monitoring systems.
- [Bridgestone UK’s Groundbreaking App Goes Global](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/bridgestone-uks-groundbreaking-app-global/): A groundbreaking tyre monitoring app developed by Bridgestone UK is now being rolled out across other European markets, after its effectiveness was deemed too indispensable to ignore.
- [Annual Consultative Meeting Boosted By Ministerial Support](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/annual-consultative-meeting-boosted-ministerial-support/): The Port of Dover’s Annual Consultative Meeting, held yesterday evening, was an opportunity to highlight the important work bringing the Board, management, employees, customers and the community together over the past few months.
- [Volvo Trucks Has Renewed Its Entire European Truck Range In Eight Months](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-trucks-renewed-entire-european-truck-range-months/): Since September 2012, Volvo Trucks has now launched five new truck models.
- [Delivering High-Value Customer Solutions: BMT Reports Strong Performance](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/delivering-high-value-customer-solutions-bmt-reports-strong-performance/): BMT Group Ltd (BMT), the international design, engineering and risk management consultancy, has announced another strong financial performance for the year to 30 September 2012.
- [E-learning Version Of Highly Respected IEMA Environmental Management Training Course Now Available From The British Safety Council](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/e-learning-version-highly-respected-iema-environmental-management-training-british-safety-council/): The British Safety Council has launched an e-learning version of the IEMA Associate Certificate in Environmental Management course, a nationally recognised qualification that provides managers with the knowledge and skills to improve their organisation’s environmental management and sustainability performance.
- [BG Freight Line Doubles Feeder Frequency To Liverpool](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/bg-freight-line-doubles-feeder-frequency-liverpool/): BG Freight Line, the short-sea / feeder specialist based in Rotterdam, has confirmed that it will increase the frequency of its services to Liverpool as a direct response to market demand.
- [Winners Announced In FTA Everywoman In Transport & Logistics Awards](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/winners-announced-fta-everywoman-transport-logistics-awards/): The winners of the FTA everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards have been announced today at a ceremony held at London’s iconic Savoy Hotel.
- [Supacat Unveils SMV24 `multi-purpose` Offshore Support Vessel At All Energy](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/supacat-unveils-smv24-multi-purpose-offshore-support-vessel-energy/): Dunkeswell, Devon, 15 May 2013, A new concept in offshore support vessels, the Supacat Multi-purpose Vessel 24 (SMV24), is being unveiled at All Energy 2013 by the innovation house, Supacat.
- [Bob Goldfield - Chief Executive At The Port of Dover to Stand Down](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/bob-goldfield-chief-executive-port-dover-stand/): Dover Harbour Board announces today that its Chief Executive, Bob Goldfield, will stand down from 31 May 2013 after 11 years in post.
- [New Volvo Fl And Volvo Fe – Maximum Uptime And Minimum Running Costs](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-fl-volvo-fe-maximum-uptime-minimum-running-costs/): The new versions of the Volvo FL and Volvo FE trucks are being launched with an outstanding combination of technology and services designed to ensure that the truck is always ready for duty when required.
- [Network Rail Signals Its Clean, ‘Green’ Ethos With Zero-emission Mercedes-Benz Vito E-CELLs](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/network-rail-signals-clean-green-ethos-zero-emission-mercedes-benz-vito-e-cells/): Employees of Network Rail are now being ferried between the company’s flagship Westwood residential leadership development centre and the local railway station in a pair of fully-electric Mercedes-Benz minibuses that produce no pollutant emissions whatsoever.
- [Downton Buys 180 New Cartwright Trailers To Meet Growing Business Needs](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/downton-buys-180-cartwright-trailers-meet-growing-business/): Downton Buys 180 New Cartwright Trailers To Meet Growing Business Needs Leading independent haulier C M Downton Ltd has ordered 180 new trailers from Cheshire-based Cartwright Group to support its growing requirements for new and existing contracts.
- [Emirates Group Announces 25th Consecutive Year of Profit](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/emirates-group-announces-25th-consecutive-year-profit/): The Emirates Group has today announced it 25th consecutive year of profit and company-wide growth ending the year in a strong position despite continuing high fuel prices and a weak global economic environment.
- [Free Tickets To The Eco Technology Show In June!](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/free-tickets-eco-technology-show-june/): Free Tickets To The Eco Technology Show In June!
- [Alex Anderson Is First Again With The New Volvo Fh](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/alex-anderson-volvo-fh/): Alex Anderson Is First Again With The New Volvo Fh History, apparently never repeats itself, but historical situations do re-occur.
- [Don't Be Caught Out By The Cost Of Clocking](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/dont-caught-cost-clocking-cau/): Clocking’ a van is not a new practice – used van fraudsters have been ‘adjusting vehicle mileages’ for many years in order to make a fatter profit from the sale.
- [Gray & Adams’ Tom Saddles Up To Raise Cash For Tragic Ex-colleague](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/gray-adams-tom-saddles-raise-cash-tragic-ex-colleague/): Meet the chain gang… Richard Hewitt and Tom Taylor, second right, with fellow members of the Sugarcane Velo Club, from left, Michael Brammall, Gavin Beaumont, Jason Goulty and Michael Abonyi Gray & Adams Operations Manager Tom Taylor is set to embark on a 430-mile cycle marathon to raise funds for a former colleague who suffered devastating injuries in a mountain bike accident.
- [Importance Of Inbound Tourism For Public Services](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/ukinbound-chiltern-railways-highlight-importance-inbound-tourism-public-services/): UKinbound, the trade association representing the interests of the UK's inbound tourism sector, together with train operating company Chiltern Railways, has expressed their intention to highlight the importance of foreign visitors to public services in the UK.
- [Don’t Be Caught Out By The High Speed 2 Rail Route](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/dont-caught-high-speed-2-rail-route/): Earlier this year the Government announced its proposals for phase two of the High Speed railway from Birmingham to Manchester and Leeds, designed to cut travel times by nearly a half.
- [Brewer Swaps Asphalt For Water](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/brewer-swaps-asphalt-water/): Dutch brewer Bavaria has shown it’s not just its beer bottles that are green, with a new initiative designed to cut CO2 emissions, as part of the firm’s drive for even greater sustainability.
- [University Recognised As Academic Partner By The Chartered Institute Of Logistics And Transport](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/university-recognised-academic-partner-chartered-institute-logistics-transport/): Students from the University of Lincoln will benefit from access to one of the most comprehensive sources of logistics, supply chain and transport information in the world thanks to a new partnership with the industry’s flagship professional body.
- [Driver Hire Launches Online Licence Checks](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/driver-hire-launches-online-licence-checks/): Checking driving licences is a legal obligation for all businesses that require employees to drive as part of their job.
- [Knowledge-Driven Inflight Service (KIS) System Wins Industry Award](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/knowledge-driven-inflight-service-kis-system-wins-industry-award/): LONDON, UK – 06 November 2013 – Emirates’ Knowledge-driven Inflight Service (KIS) System, one of the initiatives under the airline’s continued drive to harness technology to enhance customer experience, has been recently recognised with the Editor’s Choice Award by the Corporate Publishing International (CPI).
- [Port Of Liverpool’s L2 £300m Container Terminal](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/bmt-support-port-liverpools-l2-300m-container-terminal-construction-project/): BMT has completed a series of studies for the Port of Liverpool’s new Seaforth ‘Liverpool 2’ (L2) Container Terminal Construction, which promises to bring 5000 new jobs to the area.
- [British Gypsum Names 2013 Driver Of The Year](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/british-gypsum-names-2013-driver-year/): British Gypsum has found its UK 2013 Driver of the Year with the help of industry leading haulage companies, CEVA, DHL and Jempson & Son.
- [FTA Calls For European Progress On Safety And Aerodynamic Designs For HGVs](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/fta-calls-european-progress-safety-aerodynamic-designs-hgvs/): The Freight Transport Association has expressed frustration at the slow progress with regards to changes to vehicle design to improve the aerodynamics and safety elements of HGVs.
- [Atkins Awarded Best Consultancy By UK Airport Operators](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/atkins-awarded-consultancy-uk-airport-operators/): Atkins has been named as Best Consultancy by the UK Airport Operators Association (AOA) at its 2013 annual awards.
- [Groupe Eurotunnel SA Wins Prize For “Best CSR Policy For A Major Group”](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/groupe-eurotunnel-sa-wins-prize-best-csr-policy-major-group/): The Eurotunnel Group has won First Prize in the category for “Best CSR Policy for a Major Group”, ahead of Nespresso France SAS and Groupe Agrica, at the 1st “Nuit de l’Entreprise Solidaire et Responsable” on Monday 28 October 2013 in the presence of the French Minister for l’Economie Sociale et Solidaire et de la Consommation, Benoît Hamon.
- [The Best Just Gets Better For Mercedes-Benz Convert RT Keedwell](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/mercedes-benz-convert-rt-keedwell/): The first Mercedes-Benz New Actros tractor units to wear the colours of high-profile West Country haulier RT Keedwell are delivering valuable fuel savings worth up to a mile per gallon.
- [Rygor Helps London Evening Standard Deliver The News With FUSO Canter Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/rygor-helps-london-evening-standard-deliver-news-fuso-canter-fleet/): London’s favourite newspaper is back on the capital’s roads with a new fleet of FUSO Canter trucks, courtesy of Dealer Rygor’s Heathrow site.
- [HS2 Business Case - Industry Leader's Group Response](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/hs2-business-case-industry-leaders-group-response/): Commenting on the Department for Transport release of the updated Strategic Business Case for High Speed 2, Lawrie Quinn, Chair of the Railway Engineers Forum, said: “The updated business case is hugely welcome, and paints a compelling picture of the wide-ranging economic and transport benefits that HS2 will bring.
- [C M Downton Ltd Has Confirmed The Purchase Of C & H (Hauliers) Ltd,](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/downton-confirmed-purchase-hauliers-ltd/): The deal rescues 180 jobs and saving the £23million turnover business from liquidation.
- [bmi Regional’s New Aberdeen – Oslo Service Takes Off](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/bmi-regionals-aberdeen-oslo-service-takes/): Direct flights between Aberdeen and the Norwegian capital Oslo take off today (Monday 28 October) operated by the UK’s most punctual airline, bmi regional.
- [Qatar Airways Brings Virtual FC Barcelona Football Experience To Westfield London](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/qatar-airways-brings-virtual-fc-barcelona-football-experience-westfield-london/): For one weekend only, FC Barcelona fans will have a chance to participate in a virtual shoot out with Spain’s La Liga Champions and win prizes by “spotting the ball” via the airline’s new Facebook app at Westfield London in Shepherd’s Bush.
- [Third Quarter Reflects Continuing Commitment To Customers](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/quarter-reflects-continuing-commitment-customers/): The Port’s 2013 third quarter results show that more customers are choosing the Port of Dover as their preferred cross-Channel partner.
- [Michelin Named Tyre Manufacturer Of The Year](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/michelin-named-tyre-manufacturer-year/): Michelin has been awarded the coveted Tyre Manufacturer of the Year Award at the 2013 Tyre and Fast-Fit (TAFF) awards, held by the National Tyre Distributors Association (NTDA).
- [The Go-Ahead Group Robust Performance In All Divisions](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/go-ahead-group-robust-performance-divisions/): The Go-Ahead Group plc today announces its Interim Management Statement for the period from 30 June 2013 to 23 October 2013 ahead of its Annual General Meeting which will be held later today.
- [Risks For Transportation Sector In New EU Rules](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/risks-transportion-sector-eu-rules-energy-trading/): Plenty of ink has been shed on the subject of regulation for the transportation industry.
- [Eurotunnel Group: Activity In The 3rd Quarter](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/eurotunnel-group-activity-quarter-2013-strong-revenue-growth/): Third Quarter 2013 - In a heavily competitive context, total revenue for the third quarter in 2013 has increased by 16% to €309.8 million, compared to the third quarter of 20121 and by 7% excluding maritime activities.
- [Driver Hire On Course For Best Ever Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/driver-hire-year/): Specialist transport and logistics recruiter, Driver Hire, is clearly benefiting from the improved economic outlook.
- [Samaritans Urges Commuters To Help Them Answer Calls](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/samaritans-urges-commuters-answer-calls/): Samaritans has launched a new campaign on the rail network, calling for commuters to make a £3 donation to allow them to answer every single call that is made to its helpline.
- [Canute’s Medical Launch Plan To Take Service Global](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/canutes-medical-division-launches-plans-unique-service-global/): Canute International Medical Services (CIMS) have recently announced their plans to grow their offering on a global scale over the next 12 months.
- [Air Partner Freight Moves 250 Tonnes Of Cosmetics From Paris To New York](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/air-partner-freight-moves-250-tonnes-cosmetics-paris-york/): Air Partner Freight is pleased to announce that it has worked with an international logistics company to complete an urgent charter of 250 tonnes of cosmetics from Paris to New York.
- [DB Schenker Rail UK - Delivering Our Promises](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/db-schenker-rail-uk-delivering-promises/): DB Schenker Rail UK is set to introduce a realignment of its UK leadership structure in order to further improve on its customer relationship and service delivery.
- [ARR Craib Transport Ltd Looks To The Future As Financial Results Exceed Expectations](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/arr-craib-transport-future-financial-results-exceed-expectations/): Aberdeen-based haulage specialists ARR Craib Transport Ltd increased its turnover by almost 10% in the last financial, despite increasingly difficult trading conditions for the transport sector.
- [Liverpool2 On Schedule As Steel Piles Go In River Mersey](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/liverpool2-schedule-2015-steel-piles-river-mersey/): Landmark container terminal will give direct deep sea route to most central port in UK Construction has entered a new phase at one of the UK’s most important infrastructure projects as steel piling gets underway in the River Mersey for Liverpool2 - the Port of Liverpool’s landmark deep water container terminal.
- [Collaborative Approach Secures Panalpina Contract For Roadways Container Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/collaborative-approach-secures-panalpina-contract-roadways-container-logistics/): Roadways Container Logistics announces its new contract with Panalpina, one of the world's leading providers of supply chain solutions.
- [British Team Set New London To Cape Town World Record By Driving 10,000 Miles In 10 Days](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/british-team-set-london-cape-town-world-record-driving-10000-miles-10-days/): A British team has today (14/10/13) set a new world record for driving from London to Cape Town, making the 10,000 mile journey in just 10 days, 3 hours and 16 minutes.
- [Keeping Our Customers Safe - It's Good Exercise](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/keeping-customers-safe-good-exercise/): Emergency services and key agencies from across Kent will take part in a major emergency exercise next month at the Port of Dover.
- [New Volvo FL Chased By Bulls](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-fl-chased-bulls/): In Volvo Trucks’ new film ‘The Chase’, the Volvo FL distribution truck faces the ultimate test.
- [Thales Celebrates Launch Of New Metrolink Line](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/thales-celebrates-launch-greater-manchesters-metrolink-line-ashton-under-lyne-success-light-rail-awards/): Manchester, 10th October 2013 – Thales has joined its client Transport for Greater Manchester in celebrating the launch of the Metrolink tram passenger service extension to Ashton-under-Lyne from Droylsden in Tameside.
- [London Firms Optimistic About Economy And Business Prospects But Roads Continue To Be A Problem - CBI/KPMG](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/london-firms-optimistic-economy-business-prospects-roads-continue-problem-cbikpmg/): The majority of London’s businesses feel much more optimistic about prospects for the economy over the next six months, according to the CBI/KPMG London Business Survey published today.
- [Eco-friendly Coatings Firm Chooses Aerodynamic Bevan21 For New Venture](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/eco-friendly-coatings-firm-chooses-aerodynamic-bevan21-venture/): A fast-growing South Wales firm has hit the road with a Bevan-bodied 7.5-tonne FUSO Canter comprehensively equipped to apply protective polyurea and polyurethane coatings to an enormous range of products at customers’ premises.
- [Orion Group Reports Profit Surge In 25th Anniversary Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/orion-group-reports-profit-surge-25th-anniversary-year/): Scotland’s largest international and independent manpower provider Orion Group has announced its year end results to 31 December 2012.
- [Benefits Of Competition Highlighted In New Report](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/benefits-competition-highlighted-report/): Rail Freight Group (RFG) has today welcomed a new report from the Office of Rail Regulation (ORR) which highlights the important role that competition continues to play in the rail freight sector.
- [Landmark Agreement On Climate Change At ICAO](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/landmark-agreement-climate-change-icao/): Major Progress on Environment, Safety, Security, Operations and Regulation The International Air Transport Association (IATA) praised the leadership of governments in reaching a landmark agreement on Climate Change at the close of the 38th Assembly of the United Nations International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
- [September Sees Commercial Vehicle Registrations Rise 12.4%](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/september-sees-commercial-vehicle-registrations-rise-12-4/): Friday 4 October 2013 - Total CV registrations were strong in September, up 12.4% 49,197 units registered in the month.
- [Pegasus Airlines Begins Trading in the BIST 30 Index of Borsa Istanbul](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/pegasus-airlines-begins-trading-bist-30-index-borsa-istanbul/): Turkey’s leading low-cost carrier, Pegasus Airlines, commenced trading its shares in the 30 Index (BIST 30) of Borsa Istanbul (BIST), Turkey’s National Stock Exchange, on 1 October 2013, following the changes to the BIST 30 Index in the fourth quarter of 2013.
- [HS2 To Host Its First Supply Chain Conference In Birmingham](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/hs2-host-supply-chain-conference-birmingham-5th-november-2013/): HS2 Ltd is inviting businesses large and small to attend its Supply Chain Conference at the ICC in Birmingham 5th November 2013.
- [Serco Scoops ‘City & Metro Operator Of The Year’](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/serco-scoops-city-metro-operator-year-national-rail-awards-2013/): Serco, operator of the Docklands Light Railway picked up the prestigious ‘City & Metro Operator of the Year’ prize at this year’s National Rail awards.
- [Quartix Named Powys Business Of The Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/quartix-named-powys-business-year/): Leading vehicle tracking supplier Quartix Ltd has been named Powys Business of the Year.
- [Ramage Transport Gears Up For Expansion Plans With New Fleet Investment](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/ramage-transport-gears-expansion-plans-fleet-investment/): Newcastle-based haulage and storage company Ramage Transport Ltd, one of the North East’s premier haulage companies, today announced a new partnership with Barclays as they gear up for continued growth.
- [Funny Business Gets Serious - Judges And Headline Act Secured](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/funny-business-judges-headline-act-secured/): Critically acclaimed comedian Justin Moorhouse has been confirmed as the headline act for Funny Business North West.
- [Malaysia Airlines Increases Capacity Across Network](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/1620/): Malaysia Airlines continues to drive its expansion model with capacity and frequency increases from Kuala Lumpur to regional destinations in Malaysia and throughout key international destinations in Asia, Australasia and beyond.
- [Premier Logistics Looks Forward To A Bright Future With Colourful Mercedes-Benz New Actros Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/premier-logistics-bright-future-colourful-mercedes-benz-actros-fleet/): Nobody could accuse Lee Christopher of being a shrinking violet when it comes to choosing liveries for his truck fleet.
- [Transport Star Wins Coveted Industry Accolade](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/transport-star-wins-coveted-industry-accolade/): The Institution of Engineering and Technology has announced the winners of its prestigious Achievement Awards.
- [Microlise Telematics Reports Fifth Consecutive Year of Growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/microlise-telematics-reports-consecutive-year-growth/): Vehicle telematics, Transport Management and Mobile Solutions specialists Microlise, has reported its fifth consecutive year of growth.
- [It’s A G’day To Be Working At The Port Of Dover](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/its-gday-working-port-dover/): The Port of Dover has appointed Ben Greenwood as Business Development Manager (Marine) as the Port looks to build even better relationships and develop stronger products with and for its cruise customers.
- [Thales UK ‘Highly Commended’ in National Rail Awards](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/network-rail-thales-uk-highly-commended-national-rail-awards-2013/): Leading the rail sector with ‘game changing’ technology and industry culture change 20th September 2013 – The Intelligent Infrastructure Programme, which has been delivered by a partnership between Network Rail and Thales UK, was recognised as ‘Highly Commended’ within the Innovation of the Year Award category at the prestigious National Rail Awards 2013 last night.
- [Trial Sees Goodyear Come Out On Top To Win](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/successful-year-trial-sees-goodyear-top-competition-win-large-fleet-contract/): Calor Gas Ltd, the UK’s leading supplier of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) has signed a two year deal with Goodyear Dunlop following a successful trial period.
- [Nelson Raises The Roof With New Fleet Flagship From Mercedes-Benz](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/nelson-raises-roof-fleet-flagship-mercedes-benz/): The fuel savings Nelson Distribution can look forward to from its first Mercedes-Benz New Actros tractor unit will be magnified by the vehicle’s automatically adjusting, ActivFreddie air deflector.
- [The New Volvo FMX Is So Easy To Steer That A Hamster Can Take Over The Wheel](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-fmx-easy-steer-hamster-wheel/): The film ‘The Hamster Stunt’ has been a major success on YouTube and has now been viewed over 3.4 million times in just one week.
- [mi Technology Group Build State Of The Art Test Rigs For £2.5m Efficiency Project](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/mi-technology-group-build-state-art-test-rigs-2-5m-efficiency-project/): mi Technology Group has built two large-scale state of the art test rigs which have been built to help test the efficiency of heavy duty vehicle (HDV) axles.
- [Shearings Group Chooses Quartix Vehicle Tracking For Its 265-Strong Coach Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/shearings-group-chooses-quartix-vehicle-tracking-265-strong-coach-fleet/): Quartix has been chosen to track Shearings’ 265-strong fleet of coaches following months of trials.
- [Building A Perfect Partnership With Easypave](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/building-perfect-partnership-easypave/): Huddersfield based palletised distribution specialist, The Pink Link Ltd, has recently partnered with specialist supplier of paving, roofing and landscape materials, Easypave, to unveil a brand new dual branded truck featuring Easypave, and The Pink Link Ltd’s corporate social responsibility spokesperson, Pinky Lynx.
- [Serco Signs Dubai Tram Operation Contract](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/serco-signs-dubai-tram-operation-contract/): Serco Group plc (Serco), the international services company, announces it has signed a contract with the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to operate the Dubai Tram.
- [Three New Names On The Board Of Stena Line Holding BV](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/names-board-stena-line-holding-bv/): Stena Line Holding BV, the Netherlands-based subsidiary of the Stena Group, responsible for UK ferry activities, has appointed three new members to its Board.
- [Charlie The Hamster - Weighing In At 6ozs - Steers A Volvo FMX In The New Film 'The Hamster Stunt'](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/charlie-hamster-weighing-6ozs-steers-volvo-fmx-film-the-hamster-stunt/): Following the viral success of last year’s Ballerina Stunt, Volvo Trucks is now back with a series of new stunts.
- [Port’s Commitment To Community Through Heritage](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/europe-recognises-ports-commitment-community-heritage/): For the second consecutive year, the Port of Dover has been shortlisted for the European Sea Ports Organisation’s (ESPO) prestigious Societal Integration of Ports award.
- [Norbert Dentressangle Ships Temporary Road To Switzerland](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/norbert-dentressangle-ships-temporary-road-switzerland/): Norbert Dentressangle has completed a project for Sagérime S.A.
- [Palmer And Harvey Expands Fleet With Fridge-Bodied Mercedes-Benz Axor](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/palmer-harvey-expands-fleet-fridge-bodied-mercedes-benz-axor/): Palmer and Harvey, the UK’s number one delivered wholesaler, has specified its first fridge-bodied Mercedes-Benz 18-tonners with the automated transmissions that have already contributed to a valuable fuel cost saving on its dry freight fleet.
- [HS2 Should Be Part Of Integrated Transport Policy](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/high-speed-2-part-integrated-transport-policy/): Europe’s largest body of engineers is calling for the High Speed 2 (HS2) proposals to be reassessed to become part of an integrated transport programme of metro, rail, bus and road projects to revitalise the cities of the Midlands and North.
- [Volvo FH Wins ‘International Truck Of The Year 2014’](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-fh-wins-international-truck-year-2014/): Volvo FH Wins ‘International Truck Of The Year 2014’ A year, almost to the day, after its spectacular launch, the new Volvo FH was voted ‘Tnternational Truck of the Year 2014’ by leading commercial vehicle journalists, representing 25 magazines throughout europe.
- [Delivery Of Jobs For The Transport Sector](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/delivery-jobs-transport-sector/): Manpower employment outlook survey reveals that it’s steady as she goes for the transport sector - Sector delivers an Employment Outlook of +2% - Increase in demand for all types of drivers as businesses look ahead to the peak period - Companies gearing up for busiest Christmas in years 10 September 2013: The Transport Sector continues to deliver positive hiring intentions as businesses across the country look to gear up for the peak season, according to ManpowerGroup, the world leader in innovative workforce solutions.
- [Filtration Systems Manufacturer Exports To Russia With Expert Assistance](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/filtration-systems-manufacturer-exports-russia-expert-assistance/): A leading designer and manufacturer of glaze reclamation equipment has completed a major international deal after receiving export expertise from Sheffield.
- [Passenger Lift Services To Launch Revolutionary Access Lite Vehicle Lift At Coach & Bus Live](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/passenger-lift-services-launch-revolutionary-access-lite-vehicle-lift-coach-bus-live/): On stand N122 at Coach & Bus Live (NEC, 2-3 October 2013), Passenger Lift Services Limited (PLS) will be launching its pioneering, new Access Lite underfloor cassette lift and showcasing its industry leading Aquastep.
- [Sainsbury’s Trials World’s First Naturally Refrigerated Trailer](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/sainsburys-trials-worlds-naturally-refrigerated-trailer/): - New technology could save over 70,000 tonnes of CO2 - Equivalent to taking over 34,000 cars off the road Sainsbury’s is trialling the world’s first naturally refrigerated trailer to transport chilled and frozen goods.
- [2 LNG Ships From The Stena Group Change To UK Flag](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/large-lng-ships-stena-group-change-uk-flag/): Stena LNG, a company in the Stena Group, has decided to move two large liquefied natural gas (LNG) ships to the UK register.
- [Government Drives Forward Plug-In Car Revolution](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/government-drives-plug-in-car-revolution/): Transport Minister Norman Baker launched the government’s strategy to drive forward the ultra low emission vehicles (ULEVs) industry.
- [Woodland Delivers Fuel Savings For Cepac](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/woodland-delivers-fuel-savings-cepac/): Woodland Logistics operates a 150 strong Mercedes Benz fleet for various industries in the UK, offering businesses an alternative to operating their own fleet of vehicles.
- [The Emirates Group’s Third Environment Report Highlights Key Efficiencies](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/emirates-groups-environment-report-highlights-key-efficiencies/): LONDON, UK - 4th September 2013: The Emirates Group has published its third annual environment report.
- [Truckers Amongst The Most Sleep Deprived Workers In The UK](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/truckers-sleep-deprived-workers-uk/): A report into how well the British workforce sleeps at night has laid bare the role that work plays in ruining a good night’s sleep for millions of Britons every night.
- [Delivering The Petroleum Driver Passport](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/delivering-petroleum-driver-passport/): The creation of the UK’s first Petroleum Driver Passport has moved a step closer with hauliers and training providers being invited to come forward to be approved to deliver PDP training and assessment.
- [Train More Merchant Navy Ratings To Increase UK Jobs](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/train-merchant-navy-ratings-increase-uk-jobs-careers-young-people/): President of the UK Chamber of Shipping, Kenneth MacLeod, has called for shipping companies in the UK’s Tonnage Tax system to be allowed to train Merchant Navy ratings as part of their training commitment under the regime – to boost employment and careers for young people in the UK.
- [Continued Uptick In July Cargo Results](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/continued-uptick-july-cargo-results/): Geneva – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global air cargo traffic results for July showing a continuation of the modest improvement trend experienced in June.
- [Norbert Dentressangle Supports Shanks Waste Management](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/norbert-dentressangle-supports-shanks-waste-management/): Norbert Dentressangle has been appointed by Shanks Waste Management Limited to manage the European export of low carbon fuel from its Kettering and Glasgow materials recycling facilities (MRF).
- [Only Half Of All Truck Drivers Use The Safety Belt](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/truck-drivers-safety-belt/): The safety belt doubles the chances of survival in a serious road accident. Nonetheless, half of all truck drivers choose not to use their safety belts.
- [Telematics Way Forward To Counter Insurance Scams, Says Quartix](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/telematics-counter-insurance-scams-quartix/): In light of recently revealed insurance scams, including a staged “crash for cash” coach incident on the M57 involving 30 passengers, telematics are being highlighted as the way forward in countering bogus insurance claims.
- [Traffic Management Improvement Shows Signs of Progress](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/traffic-management-improvement-tmi-project-shows-clear-signs-progress/): Customers travelling through the Port of Dover will now have an enhanced journey thanks to hoardings that have been erected in order to screen off the major works continuing apace as part of the transformational multi-million pound TMI project.
- [Mercator And United Airlines Cargo Launch One Of The Largest Cargo IT Solutions](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/mercator-united-airlines-cargo-launch-largest-cargo-solutions/): LONDON, UK – 27th August 2013 – mercator, a leader in aviation IT solutions, and United Airlines, one of the world's largest cargo carriers, have joined forces to migrate the airline’s cargo logistics and revenue accounting systems to mercator’s SkyChain and RAPID Cargo solutions.
- [Fresh Linen Ltd Lightens The Load With First Renault Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fresh-linen-lightens-load-renault-trucks/): Essex based hotel and restaurant laundry supplier, Fresh Linen Ltd., has taken delivery of seven new Renault Midlum 220.12 trucks, through Renault Trucks distributor, Norfolk Truck and Van.
- [Steaming Into The Suburbs With Heritage Steam Train Rides](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/steaming-nto-suburbs-heritage-steam-train-rides/): London Transport Museum’s newly restored Metropolitan steam Locomotive No.1 and ‘Jubilee’ Carriage 353 are bringing steam back to the Metropolitan Line on the 7 and 8 September.
- [The British Safety Council’s Launches Sword Of Honour And Globe Of Honour Awards](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/british-safety-councils-launches-sword-honour-globe-honour-awards/): The British Safety Council’s Launches Sword Of Honour And Globe Of Honour Awards The 2013 awards mark the 34th year of the Sword of Honour, awarded for health and safety management excellence, and the 4th year of the Globe of Honour awarded for environmental management excellence.
- [Wixey Transport Gets The Wear Out Of Goodyear Tyres](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/wixey-transport-wear-goodyear-tyres/): The family owned distribution company hit 600,000 plus kilometres on Goodyear Regional Haul tyres.
- [ISS Appointed Port Agent For London Gateway](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/iss-appointed-port-agent-london-gateway/): Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS), the world’s leading maritime services provider, was recently appointed by DP World as port agent for the vessel M/V Pictor J which arrived at DP World’s London Gateway.
- [Rygor Staff Aim High To Raise Cash For Air Ambulance](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/rygor-staff-aim-high-raise-cash-air-ambulance/): Employees of Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicle dealer Rygor put their best feet forward to net nearly £4,400 for the Wiltshire Air Ambulance by taking on the famous National Three Peaks Challenge.
- [Apprenticeships Boom In Transport And Logistics But Young People Unaware Of Breadth Of Opportunities](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/apprenticeships-boom-transport-logistics-young-people-unaware-breadth-opportunities/): GCSE results are out this week, yet according to research from Barclays, young people are not aware of the breadth of options open to them when they leave full-time education.
- [Malaysia Airlines Reports Highest Seat Load For A Decade](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/malaysia-airlines-reports-highest-seat-load-decade/): August 2013: Malaysia Airlines has achieved its highest seat load factor for ten years.
- [Anna Plotting A Path To The Winter Paralympics With Bridgestone](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/anna-plotting-path-winter-paralympics-bridgestone/): A Warwick paralympian who enquired about a set of Bridgestone winter tyres is now aiming to be part of the Winter Paralympics, after the leading manufacturer agreed to sponsor her as she dreams of glory.
- [Northamptonshire Scheme Is Just The Job](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/northamptonshire-scheme-job/): A Northamptonshire based scheme designed to match businesses with a relevant skilled workforce and get people back into work celebrated success today.
- [Woodland Group: Delivering The Goods For 25 Years](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/woodland-group-delivering-goods-25-years/): The Essex-based Woodland Group, one of the UK's leading independent freight forwarding and logistics companies, is celebrating its 25th anniversary.
- [Work Starts On The New Quay Wall At Liverpool](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/work-starts-quay-wall-liverpool2/): New joint venture partnership appointed by Port of Liverpool Construction of Liverpool’s new deep water container terminal, Liverpool2, took a major step forward this week with the appointment by Peel Ports of specialised contractors BAM Nuttall and Van Oord to construct the new in-river quay wall.
- [Partnership With Masternaut Helps Glanbia CFI Secure New Customer](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/partnership-masternaut-helps-glanbia-cfi-secure-customer/): Partnership With Masternaut Helps Glanbia CFI Secure New Customer 12th August 2013 - Glanbia Consumer Foods Ireland has won a new client as a result of showcasing its use of Masternaut’s telematics solutions.
- [Port of Tyne’s Monster Crane Takes Shape](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/monster-crane-takes-shape/): The Port of Tyne’s new £6 million gantry crane is due to be moved in to position at its Riverside Quay, South Tyneside on Monday 12 August.
- [DSA, VOSA and Traffic Commissioner Warn On Approaching Driver CPC Deadlines](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/dsa-vosa-traffic-commissioner-warn-approaching-driver-cpc-deadlines/): ‘Acquired rights’ drivers of coaches and buses have less than a month to make sure they have completed their training requirements or risk being fined and even losing their livelihood, DSA and VOSA warn.
- [From Having Its Own ‘Horse Meat’ Scandal](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/supply-chain-maps-prevent-rail-industry-horse-meat-scandal/): 8 August - Rail companies should create maps of their supply chains to prevent an ‘industry version’ of the horse meat scandal.
- [Trailer Innovation Creates 31% Capacity Increase On Standard Trailer](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/trailer-innovation-creates-31-capacity-increase-standard-trailer-2/): - UK innovation could cut UK road fleet by 25% - A UK manufacturing success story SOMI trailers will launch their groundbreaking trailer at the Temperature Controlled Storage and Distribution Exhibition in Peterborough this September, after partnering with the Tinsley Bridge Group.
- [River Terminal Ushers In New Era For Port Of Grimsby](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/opening-river-terminal-ushers-era-port-grimsby/): Following the completion of the Port of Grimsby’s single biggest investment project in over 160 years, the newly opened Grimsby River Terminal (GRT) has welcomed its first vessel, securing the port’s position as the UK’s leading automotive handling facility.
- [New G4S Partnership To Benefit Airports, Airlines And Passengers](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/g4s-partnership-benefit-airports-airlines-passengers/): G4S has signed a new partnership with Global Choice, which will improve and speed up the check-in process for passengers.
- [Ground Run-Up Enclosures (GREs) For British Airways At Heathrow Airport](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/ground-run-up-enclosures-gres-british-airways-heathrow-airport/): IAC Acoustics has announced the handover of two new Ground Run Enclosures (GREs) to British Airways at London Heathrow Airport.
- [Ciceley Commercials Lands A Mercedes-Benz Winning Double](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/ciceley-commercials-lands-mercedes-benz-winning-double/): Success is becoming a habit at Mercedes-Benz Dealer Ciceley Commercials – it has just won the manufacturer’s prestigious Dealer of the Year titlefor the second year running!
- [LCI Continues To Climb With Commitments For New Helicopters Approaching US $1 Billion](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/lci-continues-climb-commitments-helicopters-approaching-1-billion/): Lease Corporation International (LCI), the aviation leasing arm of the Libra Group, has this week unveiled commitments for up to 39 new helicopters worth around US$925 million and with further 2014 pipeline orders up to a total value approaching US$1 billion.
- [Bridgestone Vowing To Exploit A ‘Huge Opportunity’](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/bridgestone-vowing-exploit-huge-opportunity/): Bridgestone’s high profile appearance at the 2014 CV Show will showcase the company’s holistic fleet tyre care offering like never before, as company bosses admitted: “This is our most significant opportunity of the entire year.” A huge Bridgestone stand in Hall 5, stand 5D30, will be an eye-catching testament to its Total Tyre Care package, where businesses can keep tight control over tyre-related costs courtesy of a hat-trick of services - which have been tailored to meet the needs of every fleet operator.
- [Shell Rimula R6 LME Heavy-Duty Engine Engine Oil Approved For Man Euro 6 Engines](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/shell-rimula-r6-lme-heavy-duty-engine-engine-oil-approved-man-euro-6-engines/): Shell Rimula R6 LME, the latest heavy-duty diesel engine oil in the Shell Rimula premium synthetic range has been approved by MAN to meet the MAN M 3677 oil specification, suitable for their Euro 6 engines.
- [DLR Performance At All Time Record High](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/dlr-performance-time-record-high/): The Docklands Light Railway (DLR) has achieved the highest ever scores for punctuality and performance in its 26-year history.
- [Unions Protest Against Rail Privatisation Across Europe](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/unions-protest-threat-rail-privatisation-europe/): The UK’s rail unions will join colleagues from across Europe in Strasbourg today (Tuesday) to protest against European Commission (EC) plans to impose the privatisation of rail passenger services across Europe.
- [DHL Wins 3 Food Services Contract With Virgin Trains](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/dhl-wins-three-year-food-services-contract-virgin-trains-worth-30m/): In a groundbreaking move, Virgin Trains, the UK’s leading long-distance rail operator, has awarded DHL Supply Chain a £30m three-year contract to manage its on-board catering services across the strategically important West Coast Mainline, stretching from Glasgow to Euston and serving in excess of 30m passengers per year.
- [Network Rail Signs £300m Civils Frameworks](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-signs-300m-civils-frameworks/): Network Rail has awarded framework agreements to cover its programme of civil examinations and assessments for the next five years.
- [Microlise Aids Recovery of Stolen Synergy Health Vehicle](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/microlise-aids-recovery-stolen-synergy-health-vehicle/): A Synergy Health vehicle was stolen from their Sheffield depot and, with the help of Microlise, was recovered by the police within 90 minutes of the incident being reported.
- [Fewer Injuries At Work With Volvo Dynamic Steering](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/injuries-work-volvo-dynamic-steering/): More than half of truck drivers in Europe have problems with back, neck and shoulder pain, according to a study by Volvo Trucks.
- [Motorway Service Area Changes Hands](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/motorway-service-area-hands/): A landmark Motorway Service Area on the A1(M) in North Yorkshire has been sold to Moto Hospitality in a deal brokered by Colliers International.
- [Winter Olympics To Lead To A Spike In Demand For Private Jets](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/winter-olympics-lead-spike-demand-private-jets/): Hangar 8, the UK-listed global aviation management and charter company, believes the Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia, will lead to a spike in demand for private jets.
- [Sponsors Line-up For Air Expo 2014](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/sponsors-line-up-air-expo-2014/): Third annual Abu Dhabi Air Expo in line to see record attendance.
- [Drivers Suffering From A Void Of Knowledge About Lorry Laws](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/drivers-suffering-void-knowledge-lorry-laws/): 81% do not know how fast lorries can travel on single carriageway roads 16th February 2014 is the 80th anniversary of licences for lorry drivers The majority of drivers do not know the speed limit for lorries on single carriageway roads, increasing the risk of road rage and accidents, warns AA DriveTech.
- [Microlise Introduce DriveTab – The New ‘Smart’ In-Cab Driver Communications Tablet](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/microlise-introduce-drivetab-smart-in-cab-driver-communications-tablet/): Microlise have a long standing reputation for innovation within the vehicle tracking, telematics, journey management and proof of delivery arena.
- [Engine History Is Safe In The Hands Of Palletline](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/engine-history-safe-hands-palletline/): Palletline has fuelled the efforts of The Internal Fire Museum of Power, a West Wales registered charity dedicated to the history of the internal combustion engine.
- [Ambition For Heathrow-Reading Express Train Service Unveiled](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/ambition-heathrow-reading-express-train-service-unveiled/): - Heathrow Express wants to extend its service on new section of Network Rail track - Builds on Heathrow’s position as the best-connected airport in the UK - Passengers from Reading would shave almost 30 minutes off their journey time to the airport Heathrow has announced its ambition to run its Express train service to Slough and Reading along a new link from the Great Western Main line, due to be built by 2021.
- [WOW Air Forces To Postpone Expansion Into North America](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/wow-air-forces-postpone-expansion-north-america/): Scheduled flights to Boston cancelled due to airport monopoly WOW air, Iceland’s only low-cost airline, has revealed that it has been forced to cancel plans to expand into North America due to the airline being denied key departure slots at Keflavik Airport.
- [Technicians: Test Your Skills Online](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/technicians-test-skills-online/): An online test for bus and coach technicians will help them prepare for this summer’s top competition for the industry – the IRTE Skills Challenge.
- [TUC Welcomes “Wonderful” Bombardier News](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/tuc-welcomes-wonderful-bombardier-news/): Welcoming the announcement today (Thursday) that Derby-based train manufacturer Bombardier has won the £1.6bn contract to build trains for Crossrail, TUC General Secretary Frances O’Grady said: “This is wonderful news for Derby, the East Midlands and UK manufacturing.
- [Emirates Launches Spain’s First A380 Service](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/emirates-launches-spains-a380-service/): Emirates has launched the first regular A380 service to Spain with daily A380 flights to Barcelona replacing the Boeing 777 previously operated on the route.
- [The Technology Exists To Have Totally Driverless Trains](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/tube-strike-technology-exists-totally-driverless-trains/): As strike action affects London Underground, the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) considers the future of totally driverless trains on the London Underground.
- [Broad Support For ‘Living Wage’ Amongst Transport Bosses](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/broad-support-living-wage-transport-bosses/): Almost two thirds (64%) of SME owners in the transport sector are in favour of the living wage, a voluntary concept that asks employers to commit to paying staff a wage that covers the basic cost of living.
- [Pegasus Airlines Add Frankfurt And Madrid To Its European Destinations](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/pegasus-airlines-add-frankfurt-madrid-european-destinations/): Pegasus Airlines continues to expand its network with daily flights to Frankfurt and Madrid launching from March 2014.
- [Emirates To Launch Linked Service To Abuja And Kano In Nigeria](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/emirates-launch-linked-service-abuja-kano-nigeria/): Emirates, a global connector of people and places, is set to expand its presence in Africa’s most populous country Nigeria, with the start of a daily linked service to Abuja and Kano from 1 August 2014.
- [Hybrid And Electric Vehicle Innovation Places Renewed Pressure On R&D Streamlining](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/hybrid-electric-vehicle-innovation-places-renewed-pressure-rd-streamlining/): R&D must remain at the forefront of innovation for the automotive industry if it is to continue its upward trend of 22 months of consistent growth, which has seen it recently record the highest sales figures since 2007, says Barry James, Chief Technology Officer from Romax Technology.
- [Farrall's Takes Silver FORS Accreditation](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/farralls-takes-silver-fors-accreditation/): Farrall's Transport, the Cheshire based logistics service provider, has stepped-up a gear by being awarded 'Silver' accreditation under the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS).
- [Dover Western Docks Revival – The Board’s Vision](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/dover-western-docks-revival-boards-vision/): Dover Harbour Board announces today that it will pursue a major opportunity acting as a catalyst for the regeneration of Dover.
- [New Board Level Appointment At Commercial Vehicle Contract Hire And Fleet Management Specialist](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/board-level-appointment-commercial-vehicle-contract-hire-fleet-management-specialist/): Commercial vehicle contract hire and fleet management specialist, Prohire Plc, has announced the appointment of David Barlow as its new Group Commercial Director (effective March 3rd, 2014).
- [Bridgestone’s Exclusive Ecopia To Take Fleets Further](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bridgestones-exclusive-ecopia-fleets/): Bridgestone is promising greater savings on fuel, along with significant reductions in rolling resistance and irregular wear, courtesy of an exclusive new truck tyre which has been unveiled for the first time.
- [Air Charter Service Opens For Business In Turkey](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-charter-service-opens-business-turkey/): Leading aircraft charter broker, Air Charter Service, has established a presence in Turkey.
- [Guruda Indonesia Have Announced That They Will Be LFC’s First Official Training Kit Partner](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/guruda-indonesia-announced-lfcs-official-training-kit-partner/): Garuda Indonesia announced yesterday during a press conference that they will make LFC history as the Club’s very first official training kit partner.
- [RT McEwan Expands To Dundee](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/rt-mcewan-expands-dundee/): RT McEwan has announced a newly launched site in Dundee.
- [EU Commissioner Visits Bristol Port](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/eu-commissioner-visits-bristol-port/): The EU’s Commissioner for Transport, Siim Kallas visited the Port of Bristol on Friday as part of a one day visit to the west at the invitation of MEP Sir Graham Watson.
- [Matt Farrall To Speak On 3pl Values At Spring Fair](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/matt-farrall-speak-3pl-values-spring-fair/): Matt Farrall, head of marketing and IT at Farrall’s Transport, is to speak to a broad spectrum of UK retail businesses on ‘Sourcing & selecting a logistics partner’ at this year’s Spring Fair at the NEC, Birmingham (6th February, 10:30 – 11:00 in the Export Theatre).
- [50% Of New HGVs Sold In The UK Will Be Delivered With Microlise Telematics Equipment Installed At Source](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/50-hgvs-sold-uk-delivered-microlise-telematics-equipment-installed-source/): Vehicle tracking, telematics and ePOD solutions provider, Microlise have made the bold claim that around half of the new HGVs sold in the UK in 2014 will be delivered with Microlise equipment pre-installed.
- [TRACKER Forges Exclusive Technology Partnership With Garmin](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/tracker-forges-exclusive-technology-partnership-garmin/): TRACKER, the fleet telematics and stolen vehicle recovery (SVR) expert, has formed an exclusive partnership with Garmin, the world’s leading mobile navigation technology company, to bring to market a superior fleet management solution – TRACKER Vision.
- [Higher Confidence About Bank Lending Could Boost Growth Prospects Of 15,000 Transport Companies](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/higher-confidence-bank-lending-boost-growth-prospects-15000-transport-companies/): Increasing the numbers of transport sector businesses confident about their chances of getting bank lending would boost UK growth, new research from BDRC Continental shows.
- [Assessment Tools Help Maximise ROI For Port Investors](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/bmt-introduces-assessment-tools-maximise-roi-port-investors-operators/): BMT Asia Pacific (BMT), a subsidiary of BMT Group Ltd, the leading international maritime design, engineering and risk management consultancy, has launched two comprehensive tools for assessing port competition and managing commercial risk.
- [Green Group Lives Up To Its Name By Ordering 50 Euro VI New Actros](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/green-group-lives-ordering-50-euro-vi-actros/): South Yorkshire’s Green Group has placed one of the biggest orders yet for low-emission Euro VI trucks from Mercedes-Benz.
- [Falcon Aviation Services Diamond Sponsor Of Abu Dhabi Air Expo](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/falcon-aviation-services-diamond-sponsor-abu-dhabi-air-expo/): Falcon Aviation Services (FAS) will be a Diamond Sponsor for the Abu Dhabi Air Expo taking place from 25th-27th February 2014.
- [Brit European Blazing Low Carbon HGVs Trail](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/brit-european-blazing-carbon-hgvs-trail/): The North West firm chosen as one of the partners for a £23 million government scheme to encourage the use of lower carbon commercial vehicles says the project is on target to deliver the hoped for reductions in fuel costs and carbon emissions.
- [Air Partner Appoints Colin Jowers As Global Director Of Business Technology](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-partner-appoints-colin-jowers-global-director-business-technology/): Air Partner is a leading provider of private aviation services to industry, commerce, governments and private individuals worldwide.
- [WOW Air Sees A 281% Increase In British Travelers To Iceland](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/wow-air-sees-281-increase-british-travelers-iceland/): Airline records 88% flight departure punctuality WOW air, Iceland’s only low-cost airline, has released its passenger numbers and flight punctuality figure, recording impressive stats and year-on-year increases from 2012 to 2013.
- [Simon Kirby Appointed As HS2 Construction Chief](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/simon-kirby-appointed-hs2-construction-chief/): HS2 Ltd has appointed Simon Kirby as Chief Executive – Construction.
- [Secretary Of State For Wales Visits Award-Winning Vehicle Tracking Company Quartix Ltd](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/secretary-state-wales-visits-award-winning-vehicle-tracking-company-quartix/): Secretary of State for Wales, David Jones yesterday visited Quartix Ltd in Newtown, one of the leading vehicle tracking businesses in the UK.
- [Emirates Recruiting First Officers For A380s](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/emirates-recruiting-officers-a380s/): Emirates Hosts Road Show for aspiring pilots on Friday 10th January 2014 Emirates Airline, one of the fastest growing and most profitable airlines in the world, is hosting a pilot roadshow as part of the Pilot Selection Programme on Friday 10th January, with sessions at 10 am and 2 pm at the London Heathrow Marriott Hotel.
- [Eurotunnel Completes The Mobile Telephony Offer](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/eurotunnel-completes-mobile-telephony-offer-channel-tunnel100-metres-sea-level/): Eurotunnel and the British mobile telephone operators EE (formed following the merger of Orange and T-Mobile in the UK) and Vodafone have today signed a 10 year agreement to offer mobile services in the Channel Tunnel.
- [Emirates SkyCargo Completes Another Remarkable Year](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/emirates-skycargo-completes-remarkable-year/): Emirates SkyCargo, one of the largest and most progressive air cargo operators globally, has achieved another successful year and major milestones over the past twelve months.
- [Volvo Trucks Boosts Safety On Slippery Winter Roads](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-trucks-boosts-safety-slippery-winter-roads/): For trucks with conventional drawbar trailers, slippery winter roads and downhill gradients represent a tough challenge for even the most skilled of drivers.
- [Record-Breaking Festive Rail Investment Programme](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/record-breaking-festive-rail-investment-programme-delivers-bigger-railway/): A record-breaking programme of upgrades to Britain’s rail network was successfully completed over the Christmas and New Year period, providing new tracks, new and longer platforms, new lifts and footbridges at stations, upgraded signalling equipment and electrification equipment to allow cleaner, faster electric trains to run.
- [UK Commuters Spend More Of Their Salary On Rail Fares](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/uk-commuters-spend-times-salary-rail-fares-european-passengers/): As many people prepare for their first day back to work after the Christmas break, rail campaigners are today (Thursday) warning that British commuters could be spending over three times more of their salary on rail travel than passengers on publicly-owned railways in France, Germany, Spain and Italy.
- [Norbert Dentressangle Invests In Tanker Tracking Technology](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/norbert-dentressangle-invests-tanker-tracking-technology/): Norbert Dentressangle is investing in an advanced Isotrak vehicle tracking and driving style management solution for its UK tanker distribution operations to ensure its reputation for safe deliveries is maintained.
- [Canter Eco Hybrid Scores A CLEAN Win For The Environment](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/canter-eco-hybrid-scores-clean-win-environment/): Leading textile rental provider CLEAN Linen Services is making big savings on its fuel bill while also cutting its carbon footprint after setting its first FUSO Canter Eco Hybrid on the road.
- [C&D South West Improves Their Service And Saves Fuel With Quartix Vehicle Tracking](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/cd-south-west-improves-service-saves-fuel-quartix-vehicle-tracking/): Transport and logistics operator C&D South West Ltd is utilising the Quartix system’s wide range of features to improve their overall service and reduce outgoing fuel costs.
- [Business Leaders Issue Politicians With Unequivocal Call to action following Airports Commission report](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/business-leaders-issue-politicians-unequivocal-call-action-airports-commission-report/): In response to the Airport’s Commission’s Interim Report Let Britain Fly has called on all three main party leaders to publicly support the view that more runways are now needed in London and the South East and to commit to taking immediate action following the Commission’s final report in 2015.
- [Gridlock Britain: Traffic Congestion Costs UK Households £4.4 Billion](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/gridlock-britain-traffic-congestion-costs-uk-households-4-4-billion/): Today, INRIX, the leading global provider of traffic information and driver services, revealed results from its study with the Centre for Economics and Business Research (Cebr) into the economic cost of congestion and its environmental impact in the UK.
- [Emirates Launches A Daily A380 Service To Mauritius](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/emirates-launches-daily-a380-service-mauritius/): Emirates, a global connector of people and places today launched its 24th A380 route, working with its partners in Mauritius to say “Hello A380” in style.
- [Norbert Dentressangle Furnishes Deliveries For Moores](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/norbert-dentressangle-furnishes-deliveries-moores/): Norbert Dentressangle has secured a new three-year contract with Moores Furniture Group, a leading manufacturer of kitchen and bathroom furniture, to distribute its wide range of products throughout the UK.
- [Next Steps For Port Bridgewater Multimodal Port Hub](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/steps-port-bridgewater-multimodal-port-hub/): Peel Ports Group has appointed Jones Lang LaSalle and B8 Real Estate to Masterplan and market the former Bridgewater paper mill site at Ellesmere Port for Port centric logistics.
- [Microlise Introduce Live Digital Tachograph Modes](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/microlise-introduce-live-digital-tachograph-modes/): Microlise, the leading Transport Management and Telematics provider, have introduced a Live Digital Tachograph modes view to their solution, enabling a better understanding of a driver’s real-time working status.
- [The Go-Ahead Group: Robust Trading](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/go-ahead-group-robust-trading/): David Brown, Group Chief Executive of Go-Ahead, said: “I am pleased with the continued robust performance across our operations.
- [Viral Marketing Huge Success For Volvo Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/viral-marketing-huge-success-volvo-trucks/): With its latest commercial, ‘The Epic Split’, Volvo Trucks proves that an unconventional take on B2B marketing works.
- [DAF Is First Truck Manufacturer To Fit Goodyear KMAX And FUELMAX Tyres As Standard](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/daf-truck-manufacturer-fit-goodyear-kmax-fuelmax-tyres-standard/): DAF is the first truck manufacturer to offer Goodyear KMAX and FUELMAX tyres as standard original equipment.
- [Kiran Parmar Appointed Global Group Marketing Director Of Air Partner](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/kiran-parmar-appointed-global-group-marketing-director-air-partner/): Air Partner, the leading air charter broker and Royal Warrant Holder, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kiran Parmar as Group Marketing Director.
- [TfL Accreditation For Palletways](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/tfl-accreditation-palletways/): Palletways, Europe’s largest and fastest growing palletised freight network, has announced that it will be the first pallet network to achieve a high-profile Transport for London accreditation, which rubber stamps best practice in the industry.
- [Bridgestone Reinvent The Wheel With Air-Free Tyre Concept](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bridgestone-reinvent-wheel-air-free-tyre-concept/): The previously humble black and round car tyre might never look the same again, after Bridgestone revealed its second generation ‘air free concept’ tyre for the first time.
- [Changes To Operator Licence Financial Standing Limits](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/operator-licence-financial-standing-limits-apply-1st-january-2014/): The Senior Traffic Commissioner has reminded operator licence applicants and existing licence holders that they will be assessed against new financial standing levels from 01 January 2014, in line with the legislation.
- [Steve Best Joins LOROL As Finance Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/steve-joins-lorol-finance-director/): London Overground Rail Operations Limited (LOROL), train operating company for the London Overground, is pleased to announce the appointment of Steve Best as Finance Director with immediate effect.
- [2014 FTA Everywoman In Transport & Logistics Awards Open For Entry](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/2014-fta-everywoman-transport-logistics-awards-open-entry/): 2 December 2013: The UK’s leading women in transport and logistics are being encouraged to enter the 2014 FTA everywoman in Transport and Logistics Awards which launch today.
- [Heathrow Hub Publishes Safety Assessment](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/heathrow-hub-publishes-safety-assessment/): Heathrow Hub, the independent, innovative proposal to expand Heathrow has today published an initial safety assessment which judges the concept to be within existing risk parameters.
- [Moving In The Right Direction – Top Business Award For Bradshaw Electric Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/moving-direction-top-business-award-bradshaw-electric-vehicles/): Peterborough based Bradshaw Electric Vehicles was named 'Business of the Year' at the 18th Peterborough Telegraph Business Awards 2013.
- [First UK Bus Appoints New Finance Director](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/uk-bus-appoints-finance-director/): The UK’s leading bus operator, First UK Bus, has appointed Stuart Munro as its Finance Director.
- [European Long-Haul Truck Fleet Company Increases Fuel Savings By 2.92% With Shell Rimula R6 LME](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/european-long-haul-truck-fleet-company-increases-fuel-savings-2-92-shell-rimula-r6-lme/): European long-haul truck company, Cranleigh Freight Services, wanted to improve fuel economy of its fleet to reduce its fuel costs.
- [Shell Lubricants UK Hosts Distributor Champion Of The Year Awards](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/shell-lubricants-uk-hosts-distributor-champion-year-awards-2013/): November 2013: Shell Lubricants UK this week held its first Champion Distributor of the Year Awards.
- [Qingdao Port Now Operating Normally Following Explosion](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/qingdao-port-operating-explosion/): Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS), is advising that Qingdao Port, China, is now operating normally following the pipeline explosion in the city’s Huangdao district last week.
- [K’NEX Appoints Import Services For UK Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/american-toy-firm-knex-appoints-import-services-uk-expansion/): K’NEX, the only US construction toy company focused on Building Worlds Kids Love, has appointed Import Services as its logistics partner in the UK.
- [Palletways Recognised For Major Industry Innovation](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/palletways-recognised-major-industry-innovation/): Logistics experts Palletways have been presented with the Global Freight Innovation Award for New Process for their unique system to automatically scan and photograph every pallet that enters their network.
- [Vehicle Technology Star ABB Wins Coveted Industry Accolade](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/vehicle-technology-star-abb-wins-coveted-industry-accolade/): The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) has announced the winners of its prestigious Innovation Awards; and this year the accolade in the Vehicle Technologies category has gone to ABB for their ‘Energy Recuperation System (ERS) for Recovery of Train Braking Energy’ innovation.
- [Dover Joins Royal Cinque Ports Yacht Club](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/port-dover-joins-royal-cinque-ports-yacht-club-funding-bid/): The Port of Dover is proud to announce its support for the Royal Cinque Ports Yacht Club (RCPYC) in promoting a funding bid to Sport England to improve their historic seafront facilities.
- [Volvo' Plug-in Hybrid Reduces Fuel Consumption By 81%](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/volvo-buses-plug-in-hy/): Fuel consumption is reduced by over 80% and the total energy consumption by over 60%.
- [Crossrail 2 Top Of The Agenda At Stansted Airport Transport Forum](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/crossrail-2-top-agenda-stansted-airport-transport-forum/): A leading business organisation has highlighted the significant benefits that Crossrail 2 could bring for the millions of passengers travelling to and from Stansted Airport.
- [Mercedes-Benz New Actros Wins Foulger’s Fuel Trial](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/mercedes-benz-actros-wins-foulgers-fuel-trial/): Norfolk’s Foulger Transport staged a fuel-efficiency shootout between its established fleet favourite and a Mercedes-Benz New Actros demonstration unit – true to form, the truck with the three-pointed star carried the day.
- [Air Partner Provides Further Support For Philippines Aid](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-partner-support-philippines-aid/): Air Partner, the Royal Warrant Holder and leading provider of aviation charter services to industry, commerce and governments worldwide, provides fuel and further aid in the wake of Typhoon Haiyan.
- [Bridgestone’s UK Roadshows Gain Considerable Traction With Dealers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bridgestones-uk-roadshows-gain-considerable-traction-dealers/): Hundreds of commercial vehicle dealers have been giving Bridgestone’s new generation of regional tyres an encouraging ‘thumbs-up’, after they were officially unveiled at a series of roadshows across the UK.
- [Business Chiefs Demand Politicians End 50 Years Of Dithering And Let Britain Fly](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/business-chiefs-demand-politicians-50-years-dithering-britain-fly/): Leaders from more than 100 of Britain’s top firms have warned politicians that failure to commit to airport expansion risks condemning the UK to being a second-rate economy until at least 2040.
- [Rail Operator Is A Winner Four Times Over](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/rail-operator-winner-times/): A rail operator has been honoured four times in the North of England Excellence Awards 2013.
- [Cass Launches New MSc In Global Supply Chain Management](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/cass-launches-msc-global-supply-chain-management/): Cass Business School, part of City University London, has launched a new MSc in Global Supply Chain Management.
- [The Pink Link Ltd Celebrates Northern Award Win](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/pink-link-celebrates-northern-award-win/): A glittering awards night at St Georges Park, the home of the new National Football Centre based in Burton-Upon-Trent, saw local logistics firm, The Pink Link Ltd, scoop the Palletways Northern Hub Award for 2013.
- [Peel Ports & Busan Port Authority Strengthen Links](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/peel-ports-busan-port-authority-strengthen-links/): Representatives from North East Asia’s largest port authority have visited the Port of Liverpool as part of a partnership designed to enhance terminal maritime activities.
- [First Civilian Air Relief Arrives In Devastated Tacloban Following Typhoon Haiyan](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/civilian-air-relief-arrives-devastated-tacloban-typhoon-haiyan/): As the backlog of humanitarian aid starts to mount at Cebu Airport, with warehouses full, the first civilian cargo flight has landed in the devastated city of Tacloban.
- [Met Opens Up Key Services To Market Testing](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/met-opens-key-services-market-testing/): The Metropolitan Police is opening up £500m annual worth of key services - including criminal justice, forensic healthcare provision in custody and logistical services - to market-testing to see if the private sector can deliver better value for taxpayers.
- [Emirates SkyCargo Expands Indian Subcontinent](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/emirates-skycargo-expands-indian-subcontinent/): Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, is expanding its operations in the Indian subcontinent following the recent launch of Emirates services to Sialkot, the airline’s fifth route in Pakistan.
- [Port Of Dover Announces Robin Dodridge Will Retire](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/port-dover-announces-robin-dodridge-retire-march-2014/): After a career at Europe's premier ferry port spanning more than thirty years, the Port of Dover today announces that Director of Corporate Assurance, Robin Dodridge, will retire in March 2014.
- [International launch Puts Trailer Firm Out In Front](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/international-launch-puts-trailer-firm-front/): The top trailer maker in Europe has unveiled three new flagship products at an international launch.
- [800 Years Of Royal History For System Training Driving Lesson](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/800-years-royal-history-system-training-driving-lesson/): Bibby Distribution was chosen by the London Metropolitan University to haul the 2013 London Lord Mayors show parade float.
- [Air Partner Transports Aid To Typhoon Haiyan Victims](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-partner-transports-aid-typhoon-haiyan-victims/): Air Partner organises six flights to the Philippines containing 600 tonnes of aid and supplies to support the aid effort Air Partner, a Royal Warrant Holder and leading provider of aviation charter services to industry, commerce and governments worldwide, is working with aid agencies to transport emergency supplies to the Philippines to support the aid efforts in the aftermath of Typhoon Haiyan.
- [Norbert Dentressangle Improves Delivery Window For Premdor](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/norbert-dentressangle-improves-delivery-window-premdor/): Norbert Dentressangle has secured a £-multi-million, three-year contract renewal with Premdor UK, a leading producer and distributor of internal and external doors, windows and cubicles.
- [Air Charter Service Promotes Justin Bowman To Vice Chairman](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-charter-service-promotes-justin-bowman-vice-chairman/): Leading aircraft charter specialist, Air Charter Service, has announced that Justin Bowman has been promoted to Vice Chairman of the Group.
- [Years Of Testing Behind Top Class Urban Driving](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/years-testing-top-class-urban-driving/): Volvo Trucks’ new Volvo FE and Volvo FL trucks are easier to drive in urban environments than ever before.
- [No Third Runway And An End To Night Quota Flights](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/runway-night-quota-flights/): - No “third runway” to the north of Heathrow, instead extend existing runway to add capacity - A potential end to night quota flights as part of world class noise mitigation strategy - Major new passenger facility connecting Heathrow to national rail network via 30 trains an hour - Up to £45bn of economic benefits for the UK and 19,000 jobs - No closure of the M25 and a new junction to disperse traffic impact Heathrow Hub has finalised a second, detailed submission to the Airports Commission.
- [CBI Comments On Airports Commission](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/cbi-comments-airports-commission/): The CBI today commented on the work of the Airports Commission, as Heathrow and Gatwick submit their revised plans.
- [Logistics Employer Survey Reveals Skills Gap Remains](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/logistics-employer-survey-reveals-skills-gap-remains/): There remains a skills gap in the UK Logistics Sector, according to the most recent Logistics Employer Skills Survey, published by Skills for Logistics.
- [Norbert Dentressangle Wins Warehousing Contract With Sabic UK Petrochemicals](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/norbert-dentressangle-wins-warehousing-contract-sabic-uk-petrochemicals/): Norbert Dentressangle has won a new five-year contract with long-term customer SABIC UK Petrochemicals to provide a maintenance, repair and operational (MRO) engineering spares warehousing and stores service.
- [Walkers Transport Announce Delivery Of Ten New Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/walkers-transport-announce-delivery-ten-trucks/): Walkers Transport continues its commitment to investment and providing the best customer service by expanding its vehicle fleet with the acquisition of ten new 18 tonne DAF LF55 rigid trucks.
- [Canute Group Named By Lakeland As Supply Chain Partner For 13th Year](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/canute-group-named-lakeland-supply-chain-partner-13th-year/): The Canute Group are pleased to announce that they have been reselected by Lakeland, the home of creative kitchenware company, as their UK Retail supply chain partner of choice.
- [Last Remaining Places For The Microlise Transport Conference](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/remaining-places-microlise-transport-conference/): With well over 600 delegates already registered for this year's conference at the Ricoh Arena on Wednesday 14th May, demand for places has been unprecedented.
- [Première For The New Volvo FE With Low-Entry Cab](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/premiere-volvo-fe-low-entry-cab/): Volvo Trucks is now expanding its model range with a low-entry version of the new Volvo FE for Euro-6.
- [Paramedics Saddle Up With Mercedes-Benz Vans](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/pedalling-paramedics-saddle-mercedes-benz-vans/): A team of heroic paramedics from the East of England Ambulance Service (EEAS) NHS Trust today (Friday, 9 May) set off on a fund-raising 999-mile cycle marathon – with a little help from local Mercedes-Benz Dealer Orwell Truck & Van.
- [TruckEast Restructure With New Vehicle Sales Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/truckeast-restructure-vehicle-sales-director/): TruckEast Ltd. has announced the appointment of their new Sales Director, Harley Coulson, who will be responsible for sales team leadership and will be a valuable contributor to uniting ongoing Sales and Aftersales efforts.
- [Bridgestone’s 42% Increase In Visitors Offering Post CV Show Hope](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/bridgestones-42-increase-visitors-offering-post-cv-show-hope/): Bridgestone is hoping to maximise a number of opportunities presented by the 2014 CV Show, after a 42 per cent increase in visitor numbers from last year’s event raised hopes of a series of new business partnerships.
- [Vickers Energy Group Helps Cut Stagecoach’s Energy Consumption By Nearly 50% Through Energy Management System](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/vickers-energy-group-helps-cut-stagecoachs-energy-consumption-50-energy-management-system/): Vickers Energy Group has helped to cut transport operator Stagecoach’s energy usage by nearly 50% and saved it over £7.8m* in energy bills (versus an investment of £2.2m), through its remote access energy management systems at the transport company’s bus depots throughout the UK.
- [You’ve Got To Look At Rail’ Claims Stephen Gardner](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/enhance-mobility-greater-capacity-youve-rail-claims-stephen-gardner-vp-amtrak-weeks-cilt-rail-lecture/): Stephen Gardner, Vice President, Northeast Corridor Infrastructure & Investment Development, AMTRAK delivered a fascinating and engaging lecture in London last week on what was coincidently AMTRAK’s 43rd Birthday (1st May).
- [LCV2014 Now Open For Registration](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/lcv2014-open-registration/): Cenex – the UK’s first Centre of Excellence for low carbon and fuel cell technologies and the organiser of the UK’s largest technology showcasing and networking event for the UK low carbon vehicle community – today announced attendees can register for its seventh annual Low Carbon Vehicle Event – LCV2014 - taking place on 10 and 11 September 2014, at Millbrook Proving Ground.
- [Qatar Airways To Receive Its First A380 By Early June](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/qatar-airways-receive-a380-early-june/): Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer His Excellency Mr.
- [Emirates SkyCargo Freighter Operations Begin At Dubai World Central](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/emirates-skycargo-freighter-operations-dubai-world-central/): After months of construction, planning and testing, Emirates SkyCargo’s freighter fleet today officially started operating from its new cargo terminal at Dubai World Central’s (DWC) Al Maktoum International Airport.
- [John’s Mighty Mercedes-Benz Has The Power To Please](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/johns-mighty-mercedes-benz-power/): There are miles more smiles ahead for John Phillips, who has just become the proud owner of Britain’s most powerful Mercedes-Benz New Actros yet.
- [Bridgestone Retain Ryder With New Five Year Contract](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bridgestone-retain-ryder-year-contract/): Bridgestone is celebrating a major commercial coup after renewing its largest fleet contract for a further five years, it was revealed at the CV Show.
- [Yorkshire Airport Sees Passenger Numbers Increase](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/yorkshire-airport-sees-passenger-numbers-increase/): Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield is continuing to see an increase in passenger numbers.
- [Logistics Company In World Record Attempt](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/logistics-company-world-record-attempt/): Freight transport company KRL Ltd, based in Telford, is hoping to bring together more than 8,000 people to help set a new Guinness World Record by creating the world’s largest Hokey Cokey dance, holding hands around the famous Wrekin hill.
- [Turners (Soham) Sign Three-Year-Deal With Goodyear Dunlop](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/turners-soham-sign-three-year-deal-goodyear-dunlop/): Fuel savings key to turners (soham) changing tyre and service provider for the first time in over 20 years.
- [Mavellous Stobart Charity Skydive Day](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/mavellous-stobart-charity-skydive-day/): Eddie Stobart truck drivers, and stars of Channel Five’s Eddie Stobart: Trucks & Trailers, Ashley Maddocks and Dave Pickerill took part in a charity skydiving day yesterday to help raise funds for Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity, to help make life better for seriously ill children.
- [Deputy Prime Minister Takes Green Cars Up A Gear](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/deputy-prime-minister-takes-green-cars-gear/): £500m to get more drivers into ultra low emission vehicles.
- [The CBI Commented On The Tube Workers Strike In London](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/cbi-today-commented-tube-workers-strike-london/): CBI COMMENTS ON TUBE STRIKE Neil Carberry, CBI Director for Employment and Skills, said: “With only 30% of RMT members voting for a strike, it’s disappointing this has gone ahead, causing disruption to the journeys of many workers in and around London.
- [Sulphur Rules Cause Closure Of The Harwich-Esbjerg Ferry](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/sulphur-rules-closure-harwich-esbjerg-ferry-route/): DFDS' historic passenger ferry route between Harwich and Esbjerg has been struggling for a long time with high costs, loss of passengers and freight being switched to road transport.
- [Trust Welcomes Freight Advisory Group's Recommendations](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/trust-welcomes-freight-advisory-groups-recommendations-priority-freight-routes/): The Canal & River Trust is today publishing a report from its Freight Advisory Group into the current and potential future role of commercial inland waterways to carry freight.
- [Hitachi Rail Europe To Build New State-Of-The-Art Trains](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/3122/): On 16th April 2014, the Department for Transport and Agility Trains East, with its shareholders Hitachi Rail Europe & John Laing Investments, achieved financial close for the East Coast Main Line fleet of trains for the DfT's Intercity Express Programme.
- [Qatar Airways To Debut Its First A380 On The London-Heathrow Route On 17th June](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/qatar-airways-debut-a380-london-heathrow-routh-17th-june/): Airline to welcome the first three of 13 A380 aircraft.
- [Gray & Adams Bodies Are Chilled To Perfection](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/gray-adams-bodies-chilled-perfection/): Fast-growing Fife Creamery has invested once again in top quality temperature-controlled truck bodies from Gray & Adams.
- [New DP World London Gateway Container Depot](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/pentalver-announces-dp-world-london-gateway-container-depot/): Pentalver is pleased to announce the opening of its new container depot at the DP World London Gateway.
- [RAC Launches First Mobile Electric Vehicle Charging Unit](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/rac-launches-mobile-electric-vehicle-charging-unit/): The RAC – Britain’s most experienced breakdown provider – is launching its first mobile electric charging system at GreenFleet Scotland to cater for the UK’s expanding electric vehicle (EV) market which now consists of more than 9,000 vehicles*.
- [Steve Agg Set To Outline CILTs Future Vision Of The UK’s Transport Infrastructure At The Microlise Transport Conference 2014](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/steve-agg-set-outline-cilts-future-vision-uks-transport-infrastructure-microlise-transport-conference-2014/): The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK – CILT (UK) - is the independent professional body for all individuals associated with logistics, supply chains and all transport throughout their careers.
- [Tube Strike Will Again Push Commuters Onto The Roads](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/tube-strike-push-commuters-roads/): Predictions: “The previous tube strike in February pushed more commuters onto the roads, triggering extraordinary increases in traffic and the same is likely to happen again next week.
- [GKN Receives Grant To Bring Formula One Technology](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/gkn-receives-grant-bring-formula-technology-public-transport/): GKN is one of the first companies to receive funding from a joint government and automotive industry fund for projects to improve fuel efficiency and reduce carbon emissions.
- [Unique Maritime Risk Rating Helps Make Shipping Safer](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/unique-maritime-risk-rating-helps-shipping-safer/): A uniquely innovative maritime risk rating system is helping to make commercial shipping safer than ever by placing rigorous, reliable data at the fingertips of the industry.
- [Unique Technologies To Help Improve Port Security](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/eu-rd-project-demonstrate-unique-technologies-improve-port-security/): Practical results from the SUPPORT (Security UPgrade for PORTS) project, co-ordinated by BMT Group Ltd and part-funded by the European Commission’s FP7 Security Research Programme will be demonstrated to key stakeholders at Stena Line’s ferry terminals starting at Masthuggskajen in the Port of Gothenburg on the 7th and 8th May 2014.
- [Brainbox Research Releases Conference Programme For Innovations In Road User Behaviour Change](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/brainbox-research-releases-conference-programme-innovations-road-user-behaviour-change/): Brainbox Research Releases Conference Programme For Innovations In Road User Behaviour Change Brainbox Research today released the provisional programme for Innovations in Road User Behaviour Change, the conference due to take place on 25-26 September 2014 in Wakefield.
- [Risky Hands-Free Calls At The Wheel On The Rise, As Confusion About Dangers Persists](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/risky-hands-free-calls-wheel-rise-confusion-dangers-persists/): Just over ten years after hand-held mobiles were banned at the wheel, Brake is renewing its call to ban hands-free kits, as a Brake and Direct Line survey reveals that almost half (45%) of drivers admit to chatting when driving.
- [Government Failure To Act On Aviation Costs UK £56 Million](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/government-failure-act-aviation-costs-uk-56-million/): The Let Britain Fly campaign today criticised the Government for failing to respond to the Airports Commission Interim Report.
- [Pentalver Invests In Fleet Upgrade](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/pentalver-invests-fleet-upgrade/): Leading transport logistics provider Pentalver continues its ambitious investment programme to update its vehicle fleet.
- [Norbert Dentressangle Accelerates MOBIS Parts Distribution](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/norbert-dentressangle-accelerates-mobis-parts-distribution/): MOBIS Parts Europe (UK), the parts division of the Hyundai Motor Group, is delighted to announce the appointment of Norbert Dentressangle for parts distribution to its network of around 360 Hyundai and KIA UK dealerships.
- [Railway Expansion Sparks New Division For Search Consultancy](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/railway-expansion-sparks-division-search-consultancy/): A leading recruitment consultancy has launched a new Rail division, thanks to predicted growth in the sector.
- [Thermo King Keeps It Cool And Quiet At The CV Show](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/thermo-king-cool-quiet-commercial-vehicle-show-2014/): In order to relieve the overwhelming traffic congestion and improve road safety, debates are taking place to shift deliveries outside of peak traffic hours.
- [LCV2014 To Host Low Carbon Vehicle Dinner And Awards Ceremony With The LowCVP](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/lcv2014-host-carbon-vehicle-dinner-awards-ceremony-lowcvp-2/): Cenex – the UK’s first Centre of Excellence for low carbon and fuel cell technologies and the organiser of the UK’s largest technology showcasing and networking event for the UK low carbon vehicle community (www.cenex-lcv.co.uk) – today announced a collaboration with the Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership (LowCVP) for this year’s Low Carbon Vehicle Event, LCV2014.
- [It's Game On As Woodland Signs On The Dotted Line With SOS Kit Aid](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/game-woodland-signs-dotted-line-sos-kit-aid/): The Woodland Group has entered into a partnership with SOS Kit Aid, handling all aspects of the charity's international logistics operation.
- [BRIDGE Strengthens Links Between Dover And Calais](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/bridge-strengthens-links-dover-calais/): With freight traffic between Dover and Calais expected to rise by 40% by 2030, the importance of strengthening the route between the two independent ports is currently the focus of cross-Channel collaboration and major investment.
- [Easter Weekend Could See Worst Traffic In Three Years](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/easter-weekend-worst-traffic-years/): INRIX, the leading provider of traffic information and driver services, today released a report on congestion hotspots drivers should avoid in the UK this Easter weekend.
- [Shipping Line Partners Business Event](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/worlds-largest-shipping-line-partners-worlds-biggest-business-event/): Maersk Line has been confirmed as a partner of the International Festival for Business 2014.
- [Thousands Of Aviation Enthusiasts Join Emirates In Welcoming Scotland’s First Ever A380 Arrival](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/thousands-aviation-enthusiasts-join-emirates-welcoming-scotlands-a380-arrival/): Emirates operates one-off A380 service at Glasgow Airport as part of 10 year anniversary celebrations.
- [DAF MultiSupport Now Includes Proven Telematics Solution - And It’s Free To New R&M Customers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/daf-multisupport-includes-proven-telematics-solution-its-free-rm-customers/): As an integral part of all new DAF Repair and Maintenance contracts, DAF Trucks is to offer to its customers a unique but fully proven telematics solution at no additional cost.
- [Steve Porter Transport Helps Turn The Isle Of Wight, Green!](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/steve-porter-transport-helps-turn-isle-wight-green/): The Isle of Wight’s largest independent freight carrier, Steve Porter Transport, has won the freight contract supporting a major new renewable energy scheme on the Isle of Wight.
- [Port Welcomes Minister To Dover](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/port-welcomes-minister-dover/): The Port of Dover has welcomed the visit of Shipping & Ports Minister Stephen Hammond, who has today set out his plan for the Port of Dover to continue as a Trust Port.
- [Warburg Pincus To Acquire Majority Stake In Mercator](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/warburg-pincus-acquire-majority-stake-mercator/): Warburg Pincus, a global private equity firm focused on growth investing, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement with dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, to acquire a majority stake in mercator, a leading provider of software and technology-enabled outsourcing solutions to the global aviation industry.
- [Cyber Crime A Real Fear For UK Transport Businesses](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/cyber-crime-real-fear-uk-transport-businesses/): Over a fifth of small and medium-sized transport firms in the UK have suffered an online security breach in the last 12 months, reveals a recent survey.
- [Transland Invests In New Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/transland-invests-trailers/): Logistics experts the Transland Group have announced the purchase of eight new bespoke trailers for its services to and from Ireland.
- [Monarch Aircraft Engineering Shortlisted In ATE&M Awards 2014](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/monarch-aircraft-engineering-shortlisted-atem-awards-2014/): Monarch Aircraft Engineering (MAEL), the award-winning independent aircraft maintenance provider and division of The Monarch Group are delighted to announce their nomination in three categories for this year’s forthcoming ATE&M (Aircraft Technology Engineering & Maintenance) Awards.
- [Qatar Airways Introduces Innovative Mobile Technology For Pilots](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/qatar-airways-introduces-innovativeqatar-airways-introduces-innovative-mobile-technology-pilots/): Qatar Airways has begun the rollout of QLOUD, an internally developed mobility application for iPads, which will provide real time and decision-relevant information to the airline’s pilots.
- [Emirates Skywards Adds Europcar To Its partners](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/emirates-skywards-adds-europcar-partners/): Emirates Skywards members can now earn up to 1,000 Miles for every Europcar rental.
- [Proudly Delivering Another Public Service – Northgate Public Services And The HGV Road User Levy](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/proudly-delivering-public-service-northgate-public-services-hgv-road-user-levy/): Northgate Public Services today announces the launch of the HGV Road User Levy, in conjunction with the Department for Transport.
- [The Volvo FH16 EURO-6 Is Now Available](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/volthe-volvo-fh16-euro-6/): Sales of the Volvo FH16 Euro-6 are now under way and - with up to 750 hp and 3550 Nm of torque - it retains its position as the most powerful production truck in the world.
- [Port Of Dover’s Contribution To UK And EU](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/port-dovers-contribution-uk-european-economy-confirmed/): Proof that the Port of Dover is a national asset – and crucial to the performance of the Kent economy – has been demonstrated by an economic impact survey.
- [GCAS Hosts The First ICAO TRAINAIR PLUS Meeting For Developers And Instructors](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/gcas-hosts-icao-trainair-meeting-developers-instructors/): Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: The Gulf Centre for Aviation Studies (GCAS), based in Al Bateen Executive Airport, hosted the first International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Regional TRAINAIR PLUS Course Developers and Instructors Standardization Meetings (CDI/STDs) from 17 to 19 March 2014.
- [Peterson Announces New Director-Level Appointments](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/peterson-announces-director-level-appointments/): Global logistics provider, Peterson, today (1 April, 2014) announces two director-level appointments as part of an ongoing strategy to strengthen its management team focused on North Sea operations.
- [Foreign Truck Firms Set To Pay For UK Roads](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/foreign-truck-firms-set-pay-uk-roads/): Foreign hauliers will be charged to use UK roads for the first time from tomorrow (1 April 2014) Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin has announced.
- [Impact Of Budget On Rail - Mark Cowlard, EC Harris](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/impact-budget-rail-mark-cowlard-ec-harris-view/): Mark Cowlard, Partner and Global Head of Rail at built asset consultancy, EC Harris comments: “The rail industry had little expectation that there would be few, if any announcements made in George Osborne’s 2014 budget today, and we were not disappointed!
- [Norbert Dentressangle Obtains Blue Seal Approval](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/norbert-dentressangle-obtains-blue-seal-approval/): Norbert Dentressangle has won a new contract with catering company Blue Seal, part of New Zealand based Moffat Group, a leading global supplier of commercial baking, cooking and warewashing equipment.
- [Transport Firm Saddles Up In Charity Support](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/transport-firm-saddles-charity-support/): A leading North East transport company is saddling up in support of the region’s families and young people.
- [Bus Companies Gearing Up For The Challenge](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/bus-companies-gearing-challenge/): This summer’s IRTE Skills Challenge is gathering steam as eight new bus and coach operators rise to the challenge.
- [The Microlise Annual Transport Conference Moves To Larger Venue](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/microlise-annual-transport-conference-moves-larger-venue/): The Microlise Transport Conference a key event in the transport industry’s calendar.
- [Phillips 66 Contract Win For Wincanton](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/phillips-66-contract-win-wincanton/): Contract will see Wincanton deliver 1billion+ litres of petroleum products a year to forecourts across the Midlands and North East England Wincanton plc ("Wincanton" or "the Group"), a leading provider of supply chain solutions in the UK and Ireland has been awarded a contract with Phillips 66, the oil refining and energy company.
- [Eurotunnel Celebrates 20 Millionth Truck In 20 Years](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/eurotunnel-celebrates-20-millionth-truck-20-years/): Eurotunnel, the world leading rolling motorway, celebrated on 25 March 2014 the passage of its 20 millionth truck since services began on 25 July 1994, on board a Freight Shuttle travelling from Coquelles (France) to Folkestone.
- [Serco To Provide Air navigation Services At Sharjah International Airport](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/serco-provide-air-navigation-services-sharjah-international-airport/): Serco To Provide Air navigation Services At Sharjah International Airport Serco, the international service company, today announces that it has signed a contract with Sharjah Civil Aviation Department to continue to provide air navigation services at Sharjah International Airport.
- [DFDS Seaways Extends Cooperation With Scania](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/dfds-seaways-extends-cooperation-scania/): DFDS Seaways Extends Cooperation With Scania DFDS Seaways has signed a new contract with Scania for the transport of truck chassis on the Rotterdam to Felixstowe freight route.
- [Stobart Group And Flybe Announce 5 Year Agreement](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/stobart-group-flybe-announce-5-agreement/): Stobart, the Infrastructure and Support Services group, announces that it has entered a franchising agreement with Flybe, Europe’s largest independent regional airline, to create a number of new services from London Southend Airport.
- [International Travel Times From Edinburgh To Be Sharply Reduced As Qatar Airways Launches A New Direct Service To Doha](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/international-travel-times-edinburgh-sharply-reduced-qatar-airways-launches-direct-service-doha/): - Scottish travellers to benefit from significantly reduced journey times to Asia and Australasia with just one smooth international transfer - Qatar Airways introduces Scotland’s first scheduled 787 Dreamliner service to operate from 28th May At a press conference today in Edinburgh, ahead of Qatar Airways new route to Scotland, the airline’s Chief Executive Officer, His Excellency Mr.
- [Mercedes-Benz Dealer Bell Truck And Van Is First For Service](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/mercedes-benz-dealer-bell-truck-van-service/): North-East Mercedes-Benz Dealer Bell Truck and Van has underlined its position as a leading provider of round-the-clock back-up to local commercial vehicle operators, by winning a coveted award from the manufacturer.
- [Contract Wins With Translink And Blackpool Transport](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/contract-wins-translink-blackpool-transport/): Personal Group, a leading provider of employee benefits, employee related insurance products and financial services in the UK, is pleased to announce that is has won two contracts in the passenger transport sector.
- [FTA Delivers Ultimatum To Glawgow Games Organisers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fta-delivers-ultimatum-glawgow-games-organisers/): The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has delivered a 50 day ultimatum to the Glasgow Games organisers asking for published detailed information in preparation of the 2014 Commonwealth Games.
- [Clamping Down On Catalytic Converter Thefts](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/clamping-catalytic-converter-thefts/): Roaming gangs of thieves are targeting vehicles in Northamptonshire to steal the valuable catalytic converters attached to them.
- [Fargo Systems Provide FREE ‘TOPS…On The Go’ Trials At Multimodal 2014](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fargo-systems-provide-free-topson-go-trials-multimodal-2014/): If you want to unlock the secret of efficient vehicle planning, visit Fargo Systems at Multimodal 29th April – 1st May 2014 (hall 8, stand 264) for your free trial of TOPS…on the go mobile smartphone system.
- [Groupe Eurotunnel Expresses Incomprehension Regarding Findings](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/groupe-eurotunnel-expresses-incomprehension-competition-commission-provisional-findings/): The Competition Commission has reaffirmed its competence by considering that Groupe Eurotunnel took over SeaFrance and that this takeover falls under the Merger Act.
- [Changes To Motorcycle, Lorry And Bus Driving Test Rules](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/motorcycle-lorry-bus-driving-test-rules/): Changes will be made to some driving test rules for motorcyclists, lorry, bus and coach drivers from 10 April 2014.
- [DFDS Seaways Welcomes Seven Sisters To Portsmouth](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/dfds-seaways-welcomes-sisters-portsmouth/): Award-winning ferry operator, DFDS Seaways, has welcomed ferry Seven Sisters to the Portsmouth-Le Havre route, following the end of the charter period of Norman Voyager.
- [Quartix Announces Record Growth For 2013 And Appointment Of New Chairman](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/quartix-announces-record-growth-2013-appointment-chairman/): As a new chairman is appointed, award-winning vehicle tracking supplier Quartix announces a record 60% sales growth for 2013.
- [Transport Minister Seeks Industry Support For APD Move](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/transport-minister-seeks-industry-support-apd-move/): Transport Minister Keith Brown has written to the major players in Scotland's aviation industry, seeking support for Scotland to have responsibility for Air Passenger Duty (APD).
- [Rhenus Automotive Competence Centre Sees ‘Unprecedented’ Growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/rhenus-automotive-competence-centre-sees-unprecedented-growth/): Leading automotive supply chain firm Rhenus Logistics, has reported significant growth of its UK operation, which saw revenues increase by over 100% in 2013.
- [TJ Morris Evaluates Telematics Providers – And Microlise Gets The Thumbs-Up.](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/tj-morris-evaluates-telematics-providers-microlise-thumbs-up/): The UK’s second largest independent grocer TJ Morris, has selected Microlise after evaluating the market and the Microlise solution set.
- [Mercedes-Benz Arocs Builds On Solid Foundations For JR Allen](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/mercedes-benz-arocs-builds-solid-foundations-jr-allen/): When concrete contractor Tom Allen needed a new truck, only one model was in the mix.
- [Adult Apprenticeships At Ratcliff Palfinger Initiated By MP Grant Shapps](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/adult-apprenticeships-radcliff-palf/): On Friday 14th March at 1pm, the Right Honorable Grant Shapps, MP for Welwyn Hatfield, visited Ratcliff Palfinger to officially launch their Adult Apprenticeship Programme.
- [Transaid Calls Industry To Saddle-Up For Charity](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/transaid-calls-transport-industry-saddle-up-charity/): International development charity, Transaid, is once again challenging members of the transport industry to swap trucks, buses and trains for bicycles to take part in its annual European cycle ride.
- [Goodyear KMAX & FUELMAX Tyres Available On All Iveco Stralis Models](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/goodyear-kmax-fuelmax-tyres-iveco-stralis-models/): Iveco’s flagship trucks get the latest high mileage and fuel efficient tyres Goodyear’s recently-launched KMAX and FUELMAX tyres are to be available on its award-winning Stralis range of trucks.
- ["Baggage Rage" Simmers For The Summer](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/baggage-rage-simmers-summer/): New survey reveals sky-high resentment over cost of flying family luggage on holiday - 44% hate suitcase hold charges most; - 36% experience lost/damaged luggage by air; - 29% think queues and baggage checks are worst airport experiences; - 38% would wear extra clothes on plane to avoid excess baggage charges; - ….
- [Peel Moves Into Shed Space With Strategic Logistics Offer](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/peel-moves-shed-space-strategic-logistics-offer/): Leading infrastructure, transport and real estate investment company The Peel Group has unveiled its intentions to become a key player in the logistics market, with the launch at MIPIM 2014 of an industrial land bank on an unprecedented scale.
- [New Depot, New Jobs For Reason Transport](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/depot-jobs-reason-transport/): Logistics experts Reason Transport are celebrating the launch of their brand new depot following a £1.5m investment, which will also see the creation of at least 15 full time jobs, with further recruitment planned later in the year.
- [Danbro Urges Rail Contractors To Tackle False Self-Employment](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/danbro-urges-rail-contractors-act-measures-tackle-false-self-employment/): Leading contractor accountancy and payroll firm Danbro is urging rail contractors to prepare for the impact of the Government’s draft legislation to tackle ‘false self-employment’.
- [SMMT Transport News Brief](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/smmt-transport-news/): Putting to one side the temporary Euro-6 downturn in the truck market, the latest registration numbers for new commercial vehicles paint quite a rosy picture for our industry.
- [Quartix Renews Its Support For Local Action For Children Project](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/quartix-renews-support-local-action-children-project/): Vehicle tracking company Quartix has made a new donation to a local Action for Children project which provides home-based support for children with disabilities.
- [National Business Crime Solution Pledges Support For TruckPol As New Partnership Helps Fight Freight Crime](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/national-business-crime-solution-pledges-support-truckpol-partnership-helps-fight-freight-crime/): TruckPol, the joint police and haulage industry partnership dedicated to fighting freight crime, is set to re-open its doors following sponsorship and support from the National Business Crime Solution (NBCS).
- [NHS Training Flows Smoothly Thanks To Road Range](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/nhs-driver-training-flows-smoothly-road-range/): Road transport has been called the lifeblood of a successful economy – but for one Liverpool-based team of drivers that statement is undeniably true.
- [Emirates Reinforces Its Commitment To Europe At ITB Berlin 2014](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/emirates-reinforces-commitment-europe-itb-berlin-2014/): Emirates, recently named the most valuable global airline brand, returns to the world’s leading travel trade fair at ITB Berlin, once again signaling its commitment to the European travel and aviation market with its largest trade show presence outside of the airline’s Dubai base.
- [£5.5 Million Infrastructure Investment At Peel Ports](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/5-5-million-infrastructure-investment-peel-ports-liverpool-container-terminal/): ‘AutoGate’ technology will minimise turnaround times for hauliers using the Port of Liverpool Peel Ports Group is investing £5.5million in facilities and processes at the Port of Liverpool Container Terminal to provide hauliers with even faster and more streamlined service.
- [Lords To Investigate Economic Case For HS2](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/lords-investigate-economic-case-hs2/): The House of Lords Economic Affairs Committee have today announced a new inquiry into the economic case for HS2.
- [Premium Service Puts Northside In The Mercedes-Benz Vanguard](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/premium-service-puts-northside-mercedes-benz-vanguard/): Light commercial vehicle customers in Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire are assured of the industry’s highest levels of service after the region’s official Mercedes-Benz Dealer Northside Truck & Van achieved a demanding new standard of excellence.
- [Harmonised e-Reporting Procedures For All Vessels](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/harmonised-e-reporting-procedures-vessels-june-2015/): A new era for global maritime is to be unveiled on June 2015.
- [Network Rail Selects Capgemini And ClickSoftware](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/network-rail-selects-capgemini-clicksoftware-workforce-rostering-solution/): Network Rail today announces that a multi-million pound contract to implement ClickSoftware’s (NasdaqGS: CKSW) workforce management and rostering system has been awarded to Capgemini UK plc.
- [Rhenus Staff Complete Tour De France Leg Raising Money For Cancer Charity](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/rhenus-staff-complete-tour-de-france-leg-raising-money-cancer-charity/): Rhenus Staff Complete Tour De France Leg Raising Money For Cancer Charity Inspired by the Tour de France’s historic visit to the north of England, Rhenus employees have joined together forming a cycling team to complete a leg of the race to raise money for Yorkshire Cancer Research.
- [Airbus A350 In Qatar Airway Livery To Fly At The Farnborough Air Show](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/airbus-a350-qatar-airway-livery-fly-farnborough-air-show/): Qatar Airways is preparing to have a strong presence at the 2014 Farnborough Air Show, taking place next week in Southern England, when it will fly the A350 aircraft with Qatar Airways livery for the first time at a flying display in a European Air Show.
- [Channel Tunnel Carries Significant Traffic](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/channel-tunnel-carries-significant-traffic-reduced-service/): Repairs to 800m of the overhead catenary in interval 2 of the north running tunnel of the Channel Tunnel have now been successfully completed and the Tunnel is once again operating a full service for all its customers.
- [Gasrec CEO Delivers ‘Bio-LNG, Fuelling The Next Generation’ To International Transport Leaders](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/gasrec-ceo-delivers-bio-lng-fuelling-generation-international-transport-leaders/): Rob Wood, Chief Executive Officer of Gasrec, will address many of the world’s leading road transport companies on the benefits of using liquefied biomethane as a transport fuel, at Europe’s leading international gas vehicle show in Brussels today.
- [Inchcape Shipping Services – Mission Accomplished](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/inchcape-shipping-services-mission-accomplished/): Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS) was delighted to support the Sailors’ Society again by entering two teams in the “3 Peaks Challenge 2014”.
- [Journeycall’s Move To Arbroath Signed And Sealed](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/journeycalls-move-arbroath-signed-sealed/): Journeycall has signed the lease for new premises in Arbroath, a move which will allow the award winning contact and fulfilment specialists to expand their operations in Scotland.
- [Dixon International Selects Thermo King TracKing™ For Real-Time Fleet Monitoring](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/dixon-international-selects-thermo-king-tracking-real-time-fleet-monitoring/): Dixon International, one of Ireland’s leading national and international logistics and distribution companies, has equipped their refrigerated trailer fleet with TracKing™ telematics solution from Thermo King, a manufacturer of transport temperature control solutions for a variety of mobile applications and a brand of Ingersoll Rand.
- [Transport For London's Michèle Dix Honored With PTRC's Lifetime Achievement Award](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/transport-londons-michele-dix-honored-ptrcs-lifetime-achievement-award/): Michèle Dix, Managing Director of Planning, Transport for London has been awarded PTRC’s Lifetime Achievement Award at last night’s prestigious Transport Practitioners’ Meeting Awards ceremony.
- [Mercedes-Benz Actros Voted ‘Fleet Truck Of The Year 2014’](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/mercedes-benz-actros-voted-fleet-truck-year-2014/): The Mercedes-Benz New Actros has been voted ‘Fleet Truck of the Year’ at the prestigious Motor Transport Awards 2014.
- [Exol Products Now Listed On MAM’s AutoCat](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/exol-products-listed-mams-autocat/): Exol Lubricants full range of products is now listed on MAM Software’s online vehicle parts catalogue Autocat+, marking another major investment in the automotive aftermarket by the UK’s largest lubricants blender.
- [John Raymond Transport Is Tesco Haulier Of The Year](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/john-raymond-transport-tesco-haulier-year/): Retail giant Tesco has selected John Raymond Transport as its Grocery and General Merchandise Haulier of the Year.
- [Jungheinrich Acquires Leading Software Company](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/jungheinrich-acquires-leading-software-company/): Materials handling specialist Jungheinrich has completed the acquisition of ISA-Innovative, a leading warehouse management systems software company.
- [Venson Teams With Npower And Inmotion! To Launch Electric Vehicle Project With Sheffield Council](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/venson-teams-npower-inmotion-launch-electric-vehicle-project-sheffield-council/): Local businesses sign up to make the switch to electric cars and vans to cut South Yorkshire’s CO2 emissions.
- [New British Safety Council health, Safety And Environmental Qualifications Teach Workers How To Stay Safe And Reduce Environmental Impacts](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/british-safety-council-health-safety-environmental-qualifications-teach-workers-stay-safe-reduce-environmental-impacts/): New British Safety Council health, Safety And Environmental Qualifications Teach Workers How To Stay Safe And Reduce Environmental Impacts The British Safety Council has launched a new range of accredited health, safety and environmental qualifications designed to teach employees how to keep themselves and others healthy and safe at work and to reduce the environmental impact of their organisation’s day-to-day activities.
- [Changes To Rail Industry Supplier Pre-Qualification Service](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/aboard-rail-industry-supplier-pre-qualification-service/): From Autumn this year, Link-up – which is used by 110 buying organisations and 3,800 suppliers – will be known as RISQS – Railway Industry Supplier Qualification Scheme.
- [Stansted Gains Access To The GeoInformation Group’s Detailed Asset Mapping](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/stansted-gains-access-geoinformation-groups-detailed-asset-mapping/): The GeoInformation Group, publishers of mapping and geospatial information products, has been awarded a contract by London Stansted Airport to deliver a mapping database of its air and landside assets.
- [Cream Of The Region’s Transport And Logistics Industry Acknowledged At CILT NW Region Gala Awards Dinner](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/cream-regions-transport-logistics-industry-acknowledged-cilt-nw-region-gala-awards-dinner/): The region’s transport and logistics businesses gathered in Liverpool on 20th June to celebrate the best in the passenger and freight sectors of the transport industry at the 2014 Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) North West Awards for Education and Excellence.
- [Travelling Made Easier By The Arrival Of New Ticket Machines](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/travelling-easier-arrival-ticket-machines/): Nottingham City Council is set to transform the way passengers buy public transport ‘smart’ tickets.
- [First Major Service Station In Cornwall Opens To The Public](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/major-service-station-cornwall-opens-public/): Cornwall Services officially opens today in Roche, on the A30 (near Bodmin).
- [Charta Software Help Optimise Access Channels To Ports](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/bmt-argoss-partners-charta-software-optimise-access-channels-ports/): BMT ARGOSS (BMT), a subsidiary of BMT Group Ltd and Charta Software have announced a partnership to develop a robust, multi-functional software package, called METRIS, (Modelsysteem voor Evaluatie Tijpoortregeling en RIsico’S bodemberoering), meaning ‘Model system to evaluate tidal admission policy and risk of seabed touchdown’, for the Dutch Directorate-General.
- [Morrisons Goes Long Again With Gray & Adams](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/morrisons-long-gray-adams/): Morrisons offers its customers ‘More of what matters’ – and that’s exactly what it gets from Gray & Adams.
- [Vision Zero: Brake Welcomes Road Deaths](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/vision-zero-brake-welcomes-road-deaths-fall-urges-action-protect-vulnerable/): Brake has welcomed annual government statistics, out today, showing deaths and serious injuries on Britain's roads fell by 6% in 2013.
- [Nearly 54,000 Learner Drivers Currently Have Penalty Points On Their Provisional Licence](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/54000-learner-drivers-penalty-points-provisional-licence/): Mirror, Signal…Motoring Offence!
- [Air Partner Flies Tournament Sponsor To World Cup](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-partner-flies-tournament-sponsor-world-cup/): Leading air charter broker, Air Partner, has flown 48 executives from a major tournament sponsor to this year’s FIFA World Cup in Rio.
- [Transit Buses On The Road To Sustainability With Thermo King Athenia E-Series Air-Conditioning Modules](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/transit-buses-road-sustainability-thermo-king-athenia-e-series-air-conditioning-modules/): Traffic congestion, due to growing urbanization, strains cities and raises environmental concerns.
- [Impact Handling Partners With MAFI And Carer To Grow Heavy-Duty Truck Division](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/impact-handlinimpact-handling-partners-mafi-carer-grow-heavy-duty-truck-division/): Impact Handling has increased its offering of heavy-duty materials handling and distribution equipment after being appointed as the sole UK distributor for two new major manufacturers – German-based MAFI and Italian-based Carer.
- [Bedfords Gain Foothold In The South With Acquisition Of RPL Transport](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bedfords-gain-foothold-south-acquisition-rpl-transport/): Yorkshire based logistics specialists Bedfords Group have announced its acquisition of RPL Transport.
- [Telematics Specialist Quartix Appoints Non-Executive Directors In Support Of Its Growth Plans](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/telematics-specialist-quartix-appoints-non-executive-directors-support-growth-plans/): Quartix is delighted to announce two further appointments to the board of Quartix Holdings: Paul Boughton and Jim Warwick join the company as non-executive directors.
- [Air Partner Sells Ad Space On Italian Charter](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-partner-sells-ad-space-italian-charter/): In an innovative twist for the aviation industry, Air Partner has sold the ‘white space’ on one of its aircraft charters for the first time.
- [Arup Reveals A Vision Of The Future Of Rail](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/arup-reveals-vision-future-rail/): A new report by Arup, the global engineering and design consultancy, reveals a vision of the future of rail travel in light of trends such as urban population growth, climate change and emerging technologies.
- [Road Tanker Facility At Grain LNG Terminal](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/gasrec-welcomes-development-road-tanker-facility-grain-lng-terminal-national-grid/): Gasrec, Europe’s leading supplier of liquefied natural gas to the transport sector, has welcomed National Grid’s recent confirmation that it has awarded a contract for the construction of a new road tanker loading facility at the Grain LNG Terminal near London on the Isle of Grain, Kent.
- [Halo Food Awards Three Year Transport Contract To Wincanton](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/halo-food-awards-year-transport-contract-wincanton/): Wincanton, a UK leading provider of innovative supply chain solutions, has been awarded a three year contract to provide transport services to Halo Foods.
- [Epic Triumph For Volvo Trucks’ Campaign At Cannes Lions](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/epic-triumph-volvo-trucks-campaign-cannes-lions/): Volvo Trucks’ Live Test campaign and the ‘Epic Split’ picked up top prizes at the ‘world cup of advertising’ in Cannes.
- [AWPR Plans On Public Display](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/awpr-plans-public-display/): Road users and communities across the north-east are being given an opportunity to look at the plans for the Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route / Balmedie-Tipperty scheme through a two-week programme of public exhibitions.
- [H.C. Wilson Expand Fleet With 4 New Scanias](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/h-c-wilson-expand-fleet-4-scanias/): H.C. Wilson Transport Ltd., specialists in the transportation of industrial plant and fabrications, agricultural machinery, abnormal loads, and heavy haulage throughout the UK and Europe, have taken delivery of 2 R560LA6X2/4MNA V8 Topline Griffins, as well as two R480LA6X2/4MNA Topline Low height vehicles.
- [Europcar Brings 4G Mobile WiFi To Airport Locations](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/europcar-brings-4g-mobile-wifi-airport-locations/): London, June 2014 – Europcar, the leader in car hire services in Europe, continues to invest in the latest technology to improve the traveller’s journey, with the addition of 4G mobile WiFi hotspots available for purchase from its major airport locations.
- [telent Wins Record Contracts With The Highways Agency](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/telent-wins-record-contracts-highways-agency/): Pioneering technology services company, telent Technology Services Ltd, has won three prestigious five year contracts worth over £15million with the Highways Agency, to maintain critical roadside technology across the East, South East and M25 regions' motorways and trunk roads.
- [Thousands Of Hauliers Rely On Free Routing Service](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/thousands-hauliers-rely-free-routing-service/): The UK’s first free-to-use online Freight Journey Planner has hit a key milestone with more than 35,000 routes generated and 90,000 visitors to the site.
- [Airport Council International Recognizes The Gulf Centre For Aviation Studies For Its Work Within The Industry](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/airport-council-international-recognizes-gulf-centre-aviation-studies-work-industry/): The Gulf Centre for Aviation Studies (GCAS) scooped another remarkable accolade internationally, as it received a special milestone recognition award from the Airport Council International (ACI) during the Council’s Annual World Assembly in Seoul, South Korea.
- [Campaigners Protest Against New Private Rail Franchise](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/campaigners-protest-private-rail-franchise-hundreds-jobs-cut/): Rail campaigners will today (Tuesday) hold protests against government plans to create a new giant private rail franchise whose creation could lead to the loss of hundreds of jobs and a less safe rail network, according to the Action for Rail campaign.
- [Whisper-Quiet And PIEK-Certified Multi-Temperature SLXe Spectrum Unit Delivers Peak Performance](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/whisper-quiet-piek-certified-multi-temperature-slxe-spectrum-unit-delivers-peak-performance/): Debates are taking place in Europe to shift urban deliveries outside of peak traffic hours in order to relieve congestion and improve road safety.
- [Volvo Trucks Launches A Unique Gearbox For Heavy Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/volvo-trucks-launches-unique-gearbox-heavy-vehicles/): Volvo Trucks is now launching I-Shift Dual Clutch - the first automated transmission for heavy vehicles with a dual clutch system.
- [Spot Fines For Foreign Hauliers Who Drive Tired](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/spot-fines-foreign-hauliers-drive-tired/): Foreign truckers who drive tired and put other drivers’ lives at risk will be given on-the-spot fines under proposals launched by Roads Minister Stephen Hammond.
- [McCulla Saves Fuel With New Gray & Adams Trailer](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/mcculla-saves-fuel-gray-adams-trailer/): Award-winning temperature-controlled distribution specialist McCulla has become the first customer in Ireland to commission a Gray & Adams semi-trailer fitted with the manufacturer’s latest-generation panel cappings.
- [Casualties On London's Roads At Lowest Level Ever](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/casualties-londons-roads-lowest-level/): - Number of people killed and seriously injured on London's roads at lowest level ever - Number of people killed and seriously injured (KSI) on London's roads falls 23 per cent during 2013 to lowest levels since records began - Pedestrian KSIs significantly down during 2013 with the total number down 25 per cent compared to 2012 - Total number of casualties in London down five per cent to lowest level ever - Mayor and TfL committed to continue the long term trend of improved road safety by delivering “Safe Streets for London” road safety plan and Mayor's Cycle Vision - Casualty data from 2005-13 made freely available on the TfL website to help people to carry out analysis on almost a decade of accurate collision data.
- [New Shell Fuel Package From Pendragon Contracts Slashes Fuel Costs For Fleets](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/shell-fuel-package-pendragon-contracts-slashes-fuel-costs-fleets/): Pendragon Contracts is extending its partnership with Shell to introduce a new fuel card package that will enable new joining customers to pay one price that is cheaper than the supermarket at over 3,500 UK forecourts whether at a motorway site or a local filling station.
- [Preventable Accidents in Ports and Cargo Handling Facilities](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/tt-club-highlights-preventable-accidents-ports-cargo-handling-facilities/): As a leading freight transport insurer TT Club numbers many port terminals a cargo handling facilities among its Members and as such occupies a prime position from which to identify the primary causes of risk and to advise on how such causes can be minimised.
- [Freight Sector Predictions For H2 2014](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/freight-sector-predictions-h2-2014/): Richard Smith, Air Partner’s Product Director for Freight, looks at what the Group is seeing within the freight market at the moment, and possible trends within the sector for the second half of 2014.
- [New DfT Study Will Put A Value On The Time You Spend Traveling In The Digital Era](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/dft-study-put-time-spend-travelling-digital-era/): A new study launched by the Department for Transport (DfT) will provide up-to-date valuations of travel time savings and reliability in order to better appraise transport infrastructure schemes.
- [Sheffield Logistics Firm Joins Regional Hub](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/sheffield-logistics-firm-joins-regional-hub/): DBL Logistics has become the first warehousing and distribution company to become a Member of the Logistics Hub UK partnership.
- [Mercedes-Benz Achieves James Nuttall Breakthrough](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/mercedes-benz-achieves-james-nuttall-breakthrough/): James Nuttall (Transport) is looking forward to low fuel and AdBlue consumption, coupled with highly competitive servicing costs, from its first Mercedes-Benz trucks for more than two decades.
- [Transport Sector Keeps On Trucking](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/transport-sector-trucking/): Employment prospects in the Transport sector stand at +2% in the third quarter, according to ManpowerGroup, the world leader in innovative workforce solutions.
- [Less Than A Year To Go To The FAL Directive Deadline](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/year-fal-directive-deadline/): The FAL Directive under which European Member States are mandated to adopt a Maritime Single Window system is less than a year away; by June 1st 2015 all shipping companies, operators and port authorities must be using the Single Window for reporting.
- [Goodyear FUELMAX Best In TÜV SÜD Test](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/goodyear-fuelmax-tuv-sud-test/): Goodyear's recently launched FUELMAX line of low rolling resistance truck tyres achieved top ratings in tests comparing the rolling resistance of tyres from leading competitors.
- [New 450 hp Engine With SCR Only](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/450-hp-engine-scr/): Scania has now further broadened its already comprehensive range of Euro 6-certified truck engines.
- [Broughton Proves Worthy Of Its Hire](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/broughton-proves-worthy-hire/): Boughton Engineering wastes handling products are proving their worth in the major vehicle hire fleets – with end customers reporting outstanding reliability, operational availability and driver experience.
- [ASM & Hill Dickinson Hold A Successful First Workshop On The New EU Guidelines On State Aid For Airports And Airlines](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/asm-hill-dickinson-hold-successful-workshop-eu-guidelines-state-aid-airports-airlines/): Route development specialists, Airport Strategy and Marketing (ASM) and international commercial law firm, Hill Dickinson LLP held their first joint workshop on understanding the latest EU guidelines on State aid to airports and airlines 2014, last week in London.
- [Microlise Introduce New Driver Performance Management Module](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/microlise-introduce-driver-performance-management-module/): Microlise introduce their new Driver Performance Management Smartphone and tablet application to provide real-time driving style information to drivers.
- [24 ‘London Legal’ Trucks Supplied By Alltruck Plc](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/24-london-legal-trucks-supplied-alltruck-plc/): Corporate Solutions Logistics who provide managed supply chain and logistics solutions nationwide has announced a new partnership with East Midlands based contract hire and rental provider Alltruck plc.
- [Simon Angeldorff Stays As CEO At Envirotainer](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/simon-angeldorff-stays-ceo-envirotainer/): Following the implementation of several successful initiatives, Envirotainer’s Executive Chairman of the Board and interim CEO Simon Angeldorff has accepted the permanent position of CEO at Envirotainer.
- [Wincanton Plc - Preliminary Announcement of Results](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/wincanton-plc-preliminary-announcement-results/): Wincanton plc (“Wincanton” or the “Group”), a leading provider of supply chain solutions in the UK and Ireland, today announces its preliminary results for the year to 31 March 2014.
- [Summit Partners And FleetCor Technologies Acquire Masternaut, A European Leader In Telematics](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/summit-partners-fleetcor-technologies-acquire-masternaut-european-leader-telematics/): Growth equity investor Summit Partners today announced a joint venture with FleetCor Technologies, Inc.
- [Gasrec Welcomes New EU Strategy To Reduce CO2 Emissions From Heavy-Duty Road Transport](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/gasrec-welcomes-eu-strategy-reduce-co2-emissions-heavy-duty-road-transport/): Gasrec, Europe’s leading supplier of liquefied gas to the transport sector, has welcomed the European Union’s recently announced strategy to reduce CO2 emissions from heavy-duty vehicles which are responsible for around five per cent of the EU’s total greenhouse gas emissions - a greater share than international aviation and shipping.
- [Funding Growth Still A Major Concern For Transport Firms](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/funding-growth-major-concern-transport-firms/): While almost half of UK transport businesses plan to seek funding for growth in the next 12 months, two thirds of that number are worried that their bank will turn them down, a recent survey has revealed.
- [Let Britian Fly Calls For Runways Not New Terminals](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/britian-fly-calls-runways-terminals/): The Let Britain Fly campaign today welcomes the opening of Heathrow’s Terminal 2, but calls on Government to respond with action on runway capacity.
- [UK Traffic Congestion Getting Worse Says New Report](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/uk-traffic-congestion-worse-report/): Traffic congestion in cities across the UK has got significantly worse over the past year, according to a new report out today.
- [International Accreditation For Sheffield Logistics Firm](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/international-accreditation-sheffield-logistics-firm/): A leading logistics and haulage company in Sheffield has been awarded an international accreditation for delivering customer excellence.
- [Prohire Announce Further Significant Spot Rental Fleet Investment](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/prohire-announce-significant-spot-rental-fleet-investment/): One of the UK’s fastest growing commercial vehicle hire and fleet management specialists, Prohire Plc, has announced an investment approaching £1 million in its ‘spot rental’ fleet.
- [TyreSafe Lends Support To Road Safety Week](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/tyresafe-lends-support-road-safety-week/): TyreSafe will be supporting this year’s UK Road Safety Week by providing a range of tyre safety education and awareness materials for use in local communities.
- [Tag Aviation Selects Monarch Aircraft Engineering For Boeing 757 Maintenance](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/tag-aviation-selects-monarch-aircraft-engineering-boeing-757-maintenance/): Monarch Aircraft Engineering Limited (MAEL), the award-winning independent aircraft maintenance provider, has secured a contract with TAG Aviation to provide full maintenance support services for its Boeing 757-200ER aircraft.
- [Woodland Media Gallops Ahead In The Year Of The Horse](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/woodland-media-gallops-year-horse/): Media Division opens Hong Kong office to strengthen ties with China-based publishers Woodland Media is to open a new office in Hong Kong, boosting its services to publishers active in the China market.
- [Serco Selected To Run New Caledonian Sleeper Franchise](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/serco-selected-run-caledonian-sleeper-franchise/): Serco has today been selected by Transport Scotland to manage and operate the new and prestigious Caledonian Sleeper franchise.
- [Volvo Trucks Highlights Its Swedish Heritage In A New Series Of Videos](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-trucks-highlights-swedish-heritage-series-videos/): The entire world is invited to join Volvo Trucks in celebrating Swedish National Day for a whole week.
- [Partnership Brings Community Closer To Port](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/partnership-brings-community-closer-port/): The Port of Tyne is teaming up with The Customs House to support a year-long programme of events and exhibitions at the theatre in South Shields.
- [Jock Lowe Attacks Boris Johnson For Trying To Close Heathrow Airport Costing 100,000 Jobs](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/jock-lowe-attacks-boris-johnson-close-heathrow-airport-costing-100000-jobs/): Jock Lowe of Heathrow Hub, the independent proposal to expand Heathrow shortlisted by the Airports Commission, commented on the Mayor for London’s submission to the Commission today: “The mayor is playing fast and loose with the jobs of at least 100,000 people by threatening to close Heathrow.
- [Rhenus Logistics Launches ‘Real-Time’ Road Tariff Calculator](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/rhenus-logistics-launches-real-time-road-tariff-calculator/): Freight forwarder Rhenus UK has introduced a Road Tariff Calculator, which is set to transform the way businesses receive quotations, as well as ensuring they have access to up-to-date prices and market information.
- [Farrall’s Supports The Treasury Secretary’s Challenge On Carbon](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/farralls-supports-treasury-secretarys-challenge-carbon/): Mike Farrall, managing director of Farrall’s Transport, has lent his support to the challenge laid down last week by Danny Alexander, chief secretary to the Treasury, when he called on transport operators to improve their performance on carbon emissions.
- [Bank Holiday Exodus Set To Hit Traffic In South East](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bank-holiday-exodus-set-hit-traffic-south-east/): “The promise of showers is unlikely to deter road travellers from making journeys this Bank Holiday.
- [Roundabout On The Road To Expansion Thanks To Haulage Firm](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/roundabout-road-expansion-haulage-firm/): A Sheffield charity has been given support in raising its profile by a local logistics business.
- [ISS Appoints Senior Vice President Procurement & Operations](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/iss-appoints-senior-vice-president-procurement-operations-integration/): Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS), the world's leading maritime services provider, has announced the appointment of Matthew Phelps as Senior Vice President, Procurement and Operations Integration.
- [The 2014 Microlise Annual Transport Conference Goes From Strength To Strength](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/2014-microlise-annual-transport-conference-strength-strength/): Microlise held its Annual Transport Conference at the Ricoh Arena on the 14th of May 2014.
- [Pink Link Ltd Help Raise Over £1million](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/pink-link-raise-1million/): The Pink Link Ltd’s Pedal 4 Pounds 5 bike ride has smashed its target and successfully raised an impressive ONE MILLION POUNDS for the ‘Keep It Up’ Campaign.
- [Jim Crawford To Join The HS2 Construction Team](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/jim-crawford-join-hs2-construction-team/): HS2 Ltd has appointed Jim Crawford as Programme Director – Phase One.
- [Air Partner Expands Freight Team](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/air-partner-expands-freight-team/): Leading air charter broker, Air Partner, is pleased to announce that it has made two exciting new hires to its freight team.
- [New Scheme To Endorse Excellent Driver CPC Training](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/scheme-endorse-excellent-driver-cpc-training/): Skills for Logistics is creating an endorsement for Driver CPC training providers to be operational this summer.
- [Exol’s E7 15W-40 Oil Brings To Market New Lubricant Technology](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/exols-e7-15w-40-oil-brings-market-lubricant-technology/): Exol Lubricants, the UK’s largest lubricants blender has launched a new Taurus SHPD E7 15W-40 heavy duty diesel engine oil, formulated to meet the severe lubrication requirements demanded by commercial vehicles.
- [Bunkerbound Switches UK Logistics To Port-Centric Model](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/bunkerbound-switches-uk-logistics-port-centric-model/): Gadget company Bunkerbound is proving innovative in every area of its business after switching from running its own warehouse operation to a port-centric model.
- [RHA Chief Exec To Retire](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/rha-chief-exec-retire/): National Chairman Peter Barber, announced that the Association's Chief Executive Geoff Dunning, will be retiring on 31 August 2014 Commenting, Geoff Dunning said : "l joined the RHA in 1987 as Manager of the North Eastern District, and spent the last five years as Chief Executive.
- [Europe’s Most Advanced Electric Bus Opens Its Doors To Passengers Today – The First Of A New Generation Of Electric Vehicles To Be Seen On Europe’s Roads](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/europes-advanced-electric-bus-opens-doors-passengers-today-generation-electric-vehicles-europes-roads/): The Chariot e-bus runs without batteries and can travel along its route up to 20km on a single, few minutes’ charge each time upon returning to its terminal – making it the perfect solution for urban transport challenges.
- [Pegasus Sales Income Rose By 36% During First Quarter Of 2014](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/pegasus-sales-income-rose-36-quarter-2014/): Turkey's second largest airline Pegasus Airlines' financial results for the first quarter of 2014 have been announced by the Public Disclosure Platform (KAP).
- [Further Fleet Expansion For Bedfords Group](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fleet-expansion-bedfords-group/): Birstall based transport and logistics company Bedfords Group have bolstered their current fleet with a purchase of 47 Euro-6 Ivecos, which were ordered at this years Commercial Vehicle show, held at Birmingham NEC.
- [Ship To Visit Port Of Tyne Signals New Route To Russia](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/largest-container-ship-visit-port-tyne-signals-route-russia/): A new container service linking the Russian port of St Petersburg with the Port of Tyne in South Shields has got underway with the arrival of the largest container vessel ever handled at the Port of Tyne.
- [Qatar Airways’ First All-Business Class Service Touches Down At London Heathrow](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/qatar-airways-all-business-class-service-touches-london-heathrow/): World’s best Business Class airline launches the all-premium product ‘Business One’ on the popular Doha to London-Heathrow route The new daily flight increases the Doha to London Heathrow capacity to 42 services per week Qatar Airways today (15th May) celebrated the inauguration of its new all-premium daily service ‘Business One’ between Doha and London Heathrow, becoming the first ever carrier to operate an all-Business Class service from London Heathrow.
- [Air Charter Service Announced As Founding Sponsor Of Powering Imagination](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-charter-service-announced-founding-sponsor-powering-imagination/): 87 years ago this month, Charles Lindbergh departed on a journey from San Diego that would end up in Paris, capture the world’s imagination and dramatically shape the future of travel.
- [Logistics Deal Highlights Strength Of Business](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-deal-highlights-strength-business-northern-germany-humber-ports/): A deal between two logistics companies is increasing traffic through the Humber Ports.
- [One In Six Women Drivers Admits To Drink Driving](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/women-drivers-admits-drink-driving/): ~ 17 per cent of female motorists think they have driven whilst over the limit in the past year ~ Percentage of those convicted of drink driving who are a woman nearly doubles since 1998 ~ Taking account of mileage driven, women are proportionately more likely to be over the legal limit as drivers than men from the age of 30 New research from Direct Line Car Insurance1 and Rees Jeffreys Road Fundreveals a worrying new normal as millions of women across the UK regularly consume alcohol and take to the roads.
- [Transport Sector Hiring Revs Up](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/transport-sector-hiring-revs/): Job prospects in the Transport sector are at their highest level for eighteen months, according to ManpowerGroup, the world leader in innovative workforce solutions.
- [Masternaut Makes The Sunday Times Hiscox Tech Track 100 League Table](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/masternaut-sunday-times-hiscox-tech-track-100-league-table/): Masternaut, the largest European provider of telematics solutions, has been placed on the annual Sunday Times Hiscox Tech Track 100 league table, ranking Britain’s one hundred fastest growing technology, media and telecoms companies.
- [Inchcape Acquisition Of Merkez Strengthens Turkey Cruise](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/inchcape-shipping-services-acquisition-merkez-strengthens-turkey-cruise-capability/): Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS), the world’s leading maritime services provider, has acquired the Turkish cruise agency specialist Merkez Deniz Acenteligi ve Ticaret A.S (Merkez).
- [Goodyear Dunlop Signs Deal With Eddie Stobart](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/goodyear-dunlop-signs-deal-eddie-stobart/): Goodyear Dunlop, the premium tyre manufacturer has won a five-year contract with Eddie Stobart, one of Britain's most well-known brands.
- [CILT and IRTE Join Forces To Raise Industry Standards In Offering Specialist CPC Training](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/cilt-irte-join-forces-raise-industry-standards-offering-specialist-cpc-training/): The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) and the Institute of Road Transport Engineers (IRTE), two of the most respected organisations in the transport sector, are proud to announce a partnership to offer a suite of training products for Transport Managers.
- [Extra Sailings On Rotterdam-Immingham Freight Route](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/dfds-announces-extra-sailings-rotterdam-immingham-freight-route/): DFDS has announced an increase in capacity on its Rotterdam-Immingham freight route.
- [Transport Businesses May Not Be Achieving Their Full Potential](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/transport-businesses-achieving-full-potential/): Transport firms say a lack of innovation is harming their potential OVER a third of small and medium sized transport firms are unhappy with their current business performance, admitting that they could be more innovative and proactive when it comes to identifying growth opportunities.
- [Outstanding Year For Microlise Sees 19% Growth In Staff](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/outstanding-year-microlise-sees-19-growth-staff/): Staff growth of nearly 20% - largely to fuel investment in research and development – has seen UK based Transport Management Solutions provider Microlise continue impressive and sustained growth both in the UK and internationally.
- [Business Leaders Call On Public To 'Speak Out' On New Runways](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/business-leaders-call-public-speak-out-runways/): Leaders of some of Britain’s biggest firms have made an appeal to the public, calling on them to sign a pledge demanding politicians back new runways in London and the South East.
- [Gasrec Chief Exec To Highlight Key Issues Facing Road Gas Fuel Sector At September Conference](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/gasrec-chief-exec-highlight-key-issues-facing-road-gas-fuel-sector-september-conference/): Rob Wood, Chief Executive Officer of Gasrec, will discuss the benefits of using liquefied biomethane as a transport fuel and the practicalities of converting transport fleet to run on the fuel at the UK Biomethane and Gas Vehicle Conference in Northampton on Tuesday 09 September.
- [HGV Speed Limit Should Raise From 50mph to 60mph](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/hgv-speed-limit-raise-50mph-60mph/): Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Transport, (Claire Perry), announced that the government is proposing, following a public consultation, to increase the national speed limit for heavy goods vehicles of more than 7.5 tonnes on single carriageways from 40 mph to 50 mph.
- [Finnair Celebrates 60th Anniversary Of Flights Between London Heathrow And Helsinki](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/finnair-celebrates-60th-anniversary-flights-london-heathrow-helsinki/): Today marks an exciting anniversary for Finnair, the world’s sixth-oldest airline still in operation.
- [UK Chamber Leads Scottish Independence Seminar](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uk-chamber-leads-scottish-independence-seminar/): Ahead of the 18 September referendum on Scottish independence, the UK Chamber held a seminar at Northern Marine Management in Clydebank on Tuesday 19 August.
- [Minister Officially Opens Thales Sponsored Rail Academy](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/minister-state-skills-equalities-officially-opens-thales-sponsored-rail-academy/): Nick Boles MP, Minister of state for Skills & Equalities has officially opened the Rail Academy at Prospects College of Advanced Technology in Basildon.
- [FTA’S 2014 Transport Manager Conference Proving Popular](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/ftas-2014-transport-manager-conference-proving-populartransport-manager-conference-proving-popular/): “Would-be delegates planning to attend the FTA Transport Manager 2014 will need to book soon as places are proving popular,” is the message from the FTA today.
- [Final Chance To Join Trial To Boost Freight Capacity](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/final-chance-join-trial-boost-freight-capacity/): More freight operators will be given the chance to join trial to allow them to use longer vehicles to transport goods on UK roads, providing a boost to trade and industry, Transport Minister Claire Perry announced today (28 August 2014).
- [Volvo Group Developing Safety System At The World’s Most Advanced Test Track](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-group-developing-safety-system-worlds-advanced-test-track/): Last week marked the opening of AstaZero, the world’s first full-scale test track for active automotive safety located in Borås, some 40 miles east of Gothenburg in Sweden.
- [New Hybrid Bus Charging Technology Trial Announced](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/hybrid-bus-charging-technology-trial-announced/): TfL has announced that it is to trial innovative technology that will enable specially designed buses to wirelessly charge their batteries while they wait at bus stands.
- [ABD Members Call For Halt To Reckless 20mph Roll Out](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/abd-members-call-halt-reckless-20mph-roll/): Campaign group Alliance of British Drivers is calling for Government to halt the roll out of 20mph zones following further increases in 20mph accidents.
- [Mercedes-Benz Arocs Is The Total Package](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/mercedes-benz-arocs-total-package/): Total Recycling Services had no intention of shopping around for its latest vehicle – instead, the Darlington-based company went straight back to Dealer Bell Truck and Van for another tried and tested Mercedes-Benz.
- [Highway Network To Get An Extra 900 Miles Of Capacity Thanks To £24 Billion Investment](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/highway-network-extra-900-miles-capacity-24-billion-investment/): Road users will see around 900 extra lane miles of road capacity added to England’s strategic highway network by 2021 – a third more than was provided in the previous decade.
- [Fargo Systems Expands Support Team](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fargo-systems-expands-support-team/): Fargo Systems, creators of the popular TOPS™ (Transport Operations & Processing Systems) software system has further strengthened its support team with the appointment of Alex Mortimer to the role of First Line Support.
- [Air Partner Delivers Over 400 Tonnes Of Aid To Iraq](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/air-partner-delivers-400-tonnes-aid-iraq/): The team at Air Partner continues to work around the clock to deal with enquiries coming in about Iraq as the situation remains unstable.
- [Microlise And University Of Nottingham Awarded Technology Strategy Board Funding For Big Data Project](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/microlise-university-nottingham-awarded-technology-strategy-board-funding-big-data-project/): Transport Management Systems provider Microlise, along with partner the University of Nottingham, has been awarded funding of £359,000 from the UK’s innovation agency, the Technology Strategy Board.
- [A Nation Of Middle Lane Hoggers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/nation-middle-lane-hoggers/)
- [Volvo Launches Gas-Powered Truck](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-launches-gas-powered-truck/): Volvo Trucks is expanding its model range in Europe with a new version of the Volvo FE running entirely on methane gas.
- [Air Partner Appoints New Non-Executive Director](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-partner-appoint/): Peter Saunders will be joining the Board as an Independent Non-Executive Director with effect from 18 September 2014.
- [New Transport Minister Inspects New Generation Of Motorways](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/transport-minister-inspects-generation/): Roads minister John Hayes visited one of the busiest control centres in the country for an update on congestion-busting motorway schemes.
- [SMES To Provide Transport Jobs Boost](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/smes-provide-transport-jobs-boost/): The transport jobs market is in line for a welcome boost after it emerged that more than four out of 10 Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs) in the sector intend to recruit new staff in 2014.
- [Tesco To Cut Petrol By Up To 2p/Litre And Diesel By 1p/Litre](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tesco-cuts-petrol-2p-litre-diesel-1-pence-litre/): Britain's biggest petrol retailer will tomorrow cut the cost of petrol by up to 2p per litre and diesel by 1p per litre at all of its petrol stations.
- [Steve Porter Transport To Operate South Coast Roadfreight For Geodis Calberson](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/steve-porter-transport-operate-south-coast-roadfreight-geodis-calberson/): The Isle of Wight’s largest independent freight carrier, Steve Porter Transport, has been awarded a major contract with European road freight giant Geodis Calberson.
- [5.5% Rail Fare Hike - Unfair For Many](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/5-5-rail-fare-hike-unfair/): Today the Retail Prices Index revealed that inflation has risen to 2.5%, meaning that rail fares can be expected to rise by 3.5% average and as much as 5.5% in the New Year.
- [£8.3 Million To Boost West Midlands Transport Links](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/8-3-million-boost-west-midlands-transport-links/): The Department for Transport has agreed to fund a new bridge which will improve links to 3 of the West Midlands' economic powerhouses, Baroness Kramer has announced.
- [Will Bentley To Join The HS2 Project Team](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/bentley-join-hs2-project-team/): HS2 Ltd has appointed Will Bentley as Programme Controls Director.
- [New Transmec UK Fleet Gets Seal Of Approval From MP](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/transmec-uk-fleet-seal-approval-mp/): A £640,000 fleet upgrade at Transmec UK has received the seal of approval from a member of Parliament’s Select Committee for Transport.
- [More Drivers Should Be Trained To Deal With The Aftermath Of Crashes According To New Survey](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/drivers-trained-deal-aftermath-crashes-survey/): - Fifty per cent of people would like post-accident training - Thirty-nine per cent of people wrongly believe they can be traced by their mobile phone Eighty-four per cent of people think more drivers should be trained in the skills needed to deal with the aftermath of a road traffic collision, according to a new survey from the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) and Driver First Assist (DFA).
- [Salad Days Success For Mercedes-Benz Actros](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/salad-days-success-mercedes-benz-actros/): Chichester-based NV Transport had a fuel efficiency target in mind when it ordered eight Mercedes-Benz Actros from south coast Dealer Pentagon Commercials – within just two weeks, the new trucks were already ahead of the game.
- [Bus, Coach And Truck Test Fees To Fall](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/bus-coach-truck-test-fees-fall/): Annual test fees are set to fall for most trucks and coaches, Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) Chief Executive Alastair Peoples has announced.
- [Lorry Levy Hauls In More Than £17m From Foreign Truckers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/lorry-levy-hauls-17m-foreign-truckers/): Foreign truck drivers have handed over more than £17m to the taxpayer in the past four months thanks to a new charge.
- [Bank Supports Buy-Out At Lincolnshire Haulage Firm](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bank-supports-buy-out-lincolnshire-haulage-firm/): Management at one of Lincolnshire’s longest established haulage firms have successfully completed a buy-out, safeguarding the future of the business and more than 50 jobs.
- [Fleet Tracking Provider Joins Forces With Lone Worker Safety Supplier To Offer Driver ID Tag](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fleet-tracking-provider-joins-forces-lone-worker-safety-supplier-offer-driver-id-tag/): Skyguard, Europe’s premier lone worker safety service, have partnered with a leading European provider of vehicle tracking and workforce management solutions, Quattro Telematics.
- [Leading Institute Urges Government To "Grip" Long-Term Aviation Strategy](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/leading-institute-urges-government-grip-long-term-aviation-strategy/): As the Airports Commission develops its thinking on the UK’s future airport strategy for government consideration during 2015, the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) has produced its own report that outlines long-term strategic prospects for the growth of air transport.
- [Emirates SkyCargo Beats The Heat With Cool Chain Service](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/emirates-skycargo-beats-heat-cool-chain-service/): This summer, Emirates SkyCargo is carrying thousands of tons of temperature-sensitive commodities to all corners of the globe through its international hub of Dubai.
- [Drivers Urgently Needed!](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/drivers-urgently-needed/): The road freight transport sector is finding it difficult to recruit the new drivers that it urgently needs, says Phill Brooks, General Manager of Farrall’s Transport.
- [Driver CPC Deadline Set To Be Achieved](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/driver-cpc-deadline-set-achieved/): Evidence suggests that the vast majority of drivers will have completed their 35 hours’ periodic training by the 10 September deadline.
- [Peel Ports And ZPMC Formalise Multi Million Cranes Deal](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/peel-ports-zpmc-formalise-multi-million-cranes-deal/): Plans for the new deep-water port Liverpool2 took a step forward this month as a multi-million pound contract was signed at a formal ceremony in Shanghai between Peel Ports and engineering firm Zhenhua Heavy Industries Co.
- [Wellgrain Ltd. Launch Own Fleet With 8 Scanias](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/wellgrain-ltd-launch-fleet-8-scanias/): WellGrain Limited is one of the UK’s leading independent traders of combinable agriproducts, providing the link between UK arable farmers and the global market place.
- [Get Oldham Working Scheme Reward Those With Drive](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/oldham-working-scheme-reward-drive/): Oldham Council has launched an innovative new scheme to support those in warehouse work to get higher paid jobs as drivers.
- [Bristow Announces New Appointments](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/bristow-announces-appointments/): Two appointments announced in the European Business Unit at Bristow Helicopters Ltd.
- [IRTE Conference 2014 – Your Route To Transport Industry Success](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/irte-conference-2014-route-transport-industry-success/): Transport professionals from some of the most forward-looking names in the business will speak at this year’s IRTE Conference on 17 September, at Hilton at St George’s Park, Burton Upon Trent.
- [Crossrail : Response From Mark Cowlard, EC Harris](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/crossrail-announcement-today-response-mark-cowlard-ec-harris/): Mark Cowlard, Partner and Global Head of Rail at EC Harris “It is great to see that the government now recognises the considerable impact that infrastructure investment can have on wealth creation of the economy, and in fact how infrastructure itself can have a significant contribution to our GDP.
- [Go North East Partner With Personal Group PLC](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/north-east-partner-personal-group-plc/): Personal Group, a leading provider of employee benefits, employee related insurance products and financial services in the UK, is pleased to announce a partnership with Go North East, the region’s largest bus company to provide a new employee benefits scheme called “Save on the go.” Established in 1913 and employing 2,100 members of staff, Go North East, is proud to serve the vibrant North East.
- [Harlequin’s New Contract Is Not To Be Sneezed At](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/harlequins-contract-sneezed/): Haulier collaboration Harlequin Logistics has extended its customer base through the award of a long-term contract from Kimberly Clark.
- [Ciceley Plays Host To Global Mercedes-Benz Vans Chiefs](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/ciceley-plays-host-global-mercedes-benz-vans-chiefs-high-ranking-delegation-mercedes-benz-vans-headquarters-germany-paid-vip-visit-ciceley-commercials-manufacturers-reigning-uk-com/): Flying visit: Global Head of Mercedes-Benz Vans Volker Mornhinweg (front row, second from left), is flanked by Mercedes-Benz Vans UK Managing Director Steve Bridge (left) and Ciceley Commercials Chief Executive Colin Briggs.
- [Culina Extends Use Of Microlise Products To Monitor Trailer Fleet And Enhance Driver Safety](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/culina-extends-microlise-products-monitor-trailer-fleet-enhance-driver-safety/): Following a comprehensive tender process, Culina has selected Microlise to supply its Safety Module, with Forward Facing Cameras and Trailer Tracking solutions.
- [15% Of Transport Firms Back Zero-Hours Contracts](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/15-transport-firms-zero-hours-contracts/): 15% of UK transport businesses are in favour of zero-hours contracts despite the widespread controversy surrounding them, a survey has revealed.
- [Van Volumes Deliver But Demand For Euro-6 Trucks Still Subdued](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/van-volumes-deliver-demand-euro-6-trucks-subdued/): - Total commercial vehicle registrations increase by 25.8% in July, up 13.1% for the year-to-date and 18.4% over the rolling year.
- [MAN Picks Goodyear KMAX & FUELMAX Tyres](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/man-picks-goodyear-kmax-fuelmax-tyres/): MAN as one of the leading truck manufacturers now line-fit Goodyear's latest high mileage and fuel-efficient truck tyres.
- [Public Urged To Speak Out To Stop The UK's Million Drug Drivers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/public-urged-speak-stop-uks-million-drug-drivers/): Members of the public are being urged to stand up to illegal drug drivers, as a survey by Brake and Direct Line finds the equivalent of one million UK drivers (3%) admit driving on drugs in the past year and just over one in ten (11%) think they may have been a passenger with one.
- [Pegasus Airlines Announces Impressive Traffic Data For The First Half Of 2014](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/pegasus-airlines-announces-impressive-traffic-data-2014/): The traffic data for Pegasus Airlines, Turkey's leading low cost airline, have been released for January-June 2014 by the Public Disclosure Platform (KAP).
- [DFDS Seaways Named “Europe’s Leading Ferry Operator”](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/dfds-seaways-named-europes-leading-ferry-operator-world-travel-awards/): DFDS Seaways was named ‘Europe’s Leading Ferry Operator’ at the European leg of the 2014 World Travel Awards in Athens, Greece (2 August 2014).
- [Sainsbury's Launches London Lorry Designed For Cycle Safety](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/sainsburys-launches-london-lorsainsburys-launches-london-lorry-designed-cycle-safety/): One of the UK’s most recognisable supermarket chains Sainsbury’s recently launch a lorry designed specifically for the safety of cyclists and pedestrians.
- [Flexi Man Takes To Two Wheels To Raise Money For Transaid](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/flexi-man-takes-wheels-raise-money-transaid/): Scott Whittlestone, part of the senior management team at articulated forklift truck manufacturer, Flexi Narrow Aisle, will be donning his lycra and taking to the saddle this autumn and cycling the 340km between London and Brussels to raise money for Transaid.
- [Telematics Innovation Set To Boost Efficiency At Leading Yorkshire Business](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/telematics-innovation-set-boost-efficiency-leading-yorkshire-business/): Leading car parts distributor Andrew Page is using Masternaut’s powerful fleet management solution to effectively monitor, manage and improve driver behaviour, create a more efficient fleet and provide environmental cost savings.
- [Start-up Company Expands Rapidly and Creates Jobs with RBS Invoice Finance Support](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/start-up-company-expands-rapidly-creates-jobs-rbs-invoice-finance-support/): - Experienced business partners in the logistics industry start up their own logistical solutions company in Hounslow and are creating jobs locally - Company expands at a rapid rate and required a working capital solution to support their growth - RBS invoice finance provided a factoring facility with bad protection to help Ashbo Limited achieve their business aspirations Ashbo Limited is a start-up company formed by two experienced sales managers in the logistics industry.
- [Charities To Benefit From Fund-Raising By ARR Craib Transport Ltd](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/charities-benefit-fund-raising-arr-craib-transport/): Aberdeen-based charities Archway and Friends of ANCHOR are set to benefit from the generosity of haulage firm ARR Craib Transport Ltd.
- [The Monarch Group Announces New Chairman And Chief Executive Officer](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/monarch-group-announces-chairman-chief-executive-officer/): Sir Roy McNulty to become Non-Executive Chairman Andrew Swaffield to become Group Chief Executive Officer Andrew Lavery to become Chief Financial Officer Iain Rawlinson to step down from the Board after five years as Chairman The Monarch Group, the UK’s leading independent travel group, announces the appointments of Sir Roy McNulty, currently a Non-Executive Director, as Group Chairman and Andrew Swaffield, currently Managing Director of Monarch Airlines, as Group Chief Executive.
- [Citysprint Extends Network With Acquisition Of Letchworth Couriers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/citysprint-extends-network-acquisition-letchworth-couriers/): Today, CitySprint announced that it has acquired Letchworth Couriers, in the biggest deal for CitySprint since its acquisition of Lewis Day in 2011.
- [New Roads Minister](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/roads-minister/): You may have noticed the Department for Transport has a new minister Rt Hon John Hayes MP, Minister of State who will be responsible for Highways Agency roads and the UK’s maritime and shipping brief.
- [New Pioneering Cycle Safety Technology Is Launched For The Logistics Industry](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/pioneering-cycle-safety-technology-launched-logistics-industry/): New groundbreaking cycle safety technology has been launched to reduce the growing number of cyclist collisions and casualties across the country involving large commercial vehicles.
- [British Public Throw Their Weight Behind Building New Runways In New Survey Commissioned By Government](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/british-public-throw-weight-building-runways-survey-commissioned-government/): A new public attitudes survey recently published by the Department for Transport and carried out by the Office for National Statistics (but not yet reported in the national media), has found that 57 per cent of the British public (up from 47 per cent in 2010) agree with the view that ‘in order to boost the economy, new terminals and runways should be built’; whilst only 17 per cent disagreed.
- [Air Charter Service Achieves Record Monthly Charter Numbers](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-charter-service-achieves-record-monthly-charter-numbers/): Leading aircraft charter specialist, Air Charter Service, has said that June was the busiest month in the company’s history, completing more than 800 charter contracts.
- [£11m Boost For Hauliers As Speed Limit Raised](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/11m-boost-hauliers-speed-limit-raised/): Hauliers across England and Wales could see a £11million-a-year boost as the Government raises the speed limit for lorries on single carriageway roads to 50mph.
- [Roadways Launch Pioneering ‘Rory’ Road Safety Campaign](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/roadways-launch-pioneering-rory-road-safety-campaign/): With an average of ten children or young people being seriously injured or killed every day in the UK through road accidents, Roadways Container Logistics has launched its pioneering ‘Rory’ Road Safety campaign, to help raise awareness of road safety around large goods vehicles.
- [CILT Announces List Of Finalist For The 2014 Annual Awards For Excellence](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/cilt-announces-list-finalist-2014-annual-awards-excellence/): Some of the biggest names in the UK’s logistics and transport industry feature on the shortlist for this year’s prestigious awards event.
- [New Plug & Play Element Added To TRACKER Vision](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/plug-play-element-added-tracker-vision/): In a move that strengthens TRACKER’s already impressive suite of fleet telematics products, TRACKER is launching ‘TRACKER Vision Sprint’.
- [London Councils Makes Right Decision On Safety Requirements But Opportunity Still Missed, Says FTA](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/london-councils-decision-safety-requirements-opportunity-missed-fta/): The Freight Transport Association has welcomed the decision of London Councils’ Transport and Environment Committee not to proceed with its proposed amendments to the London Lorry Control Scheme to add requirements for sideguards and class V and VI mirrors.
- [New Generation AgustaWestland AW189 Takes To The Skies](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/generation-agustawestland-aw189-takes-skies/): The first commercial flight of the much anticipated new generation AgustaWestland AW189 helicopter took place yesterday (Monday, 21 July 2014) as launch customer Bristow Helicopters Ltd flew eight passengers out to the Cygnus field in the Southern North Sea (SNS).
- [Groupe Eurotunnel SA: Results And Traffic Up](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/groupe-eurotunnel-sa-results-traffic-2014/): Revenues: a further increase to €559 million (+8%) EBITDA progresses by 6% to €216 million.
- [Light Rail Networks Key To Spreading Benefits Of HS2](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/light-rail-networks-key-spreading-benefits-hs2/): Report provides a blueprint for a ‘hub and spoke’ approach to regional transport [Picture L-R: Alistair Gordon (chief executive Keolis), Roger Harrison (chairman of Tramlink Nottingham), and Pete Waterman chairman of the Cheshire and Warrington Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)] Investment in new, modern tram networks will help UK regions maximise the economic benefits of High Speed 2, argues a new report launched today by leading figures from the transport industry.
- [Increasing UK Air Links Does Not Mean Neglecting Our Environmental Obligations](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/increasing-uk-air-links-neglecting-environmental-obligations/): Action is needed to boost the UK’s air links and put growth on a sustainable long-term footing, but these decisions do not have to come at the expense of environmental commitments, according to a new CBI report.
- [A Roadshow With A Difference!](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/roadshow-difference/): New build steam locomotive project Gresley class P2 No. 2007 Prince of Wales and world famous Peppercorn class A1 No.
- [Up to £2m Up For Grabs For The Transport Sector’s Most Innovative SMEs](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/2-4m-grabs-transport-sectors-innovative-smes/): A new competition is set to give SME transport businesses the chance to win up to £2m (€2.5m) worth of R&D funding to develop innovative new products.
- [Survey Reveals: European Union Has A Vital Role To Play In The Future Of Road Freight](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/survey-reveals-european-union-vital-role-play-future-road-freight/): · 68% favors harmonisation of regulations A new survey of Europe's road freight industry commissioned by Goodyear reveals that the regulatory regime is of vital importance to truck fleets operating in Europe.
- [Mercedes-Benz New Actros Leads The Pack On Fuel For Matthew Kibble Transport](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/mercedes-benz-actros-leads-pack-fuel-matthew-kibble-transport/): Matthew Kibble Transport’s first Mercedes-Benz New Actros is beating the competition on fuel by an impressive half a mile per gallon.
- [Eurotunnel Staff Raise Funds For The Children’s Society With Anniversary Run](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/eurotunnel-staff-raise-funds-childrens-society-anniversary-run/): On 17 June 2014, as part of the celebrations to mark the 20th Anniversary of the inauguration of the Channel Tunnel, Eurotunnel staff ran, walked, hopped and jumped a total of 679 kilometres around the Folkestone terminal to raise money for the Children’s Society.
- [Unipart Named As Top Company For Graduates](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/unipart-named-top-company-graduates/): Unipart Group has been voted the best in its class for graduates to work for in the transport, logistics and distribution sector by graduates providing reviews on TheJobCrowd site TheJobCrowd is a graduate recruitment site often described as the ‘TripAdvisor’ for jobs.
- [Booming Business Brings New Vehicles For Cobley](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/booming-business-brings-vehicles-cobley/): Leicestershire-based Freight Company Cobley Transport has purchased five new vehicles following increased demand from both national and international customers.
- [Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicle Dealer, City West Commercials, Opens 24 Hour Service At Avonmouth](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/mercedes-benz-commercial-vehicle-dealer-city-west-commercials-opens-24-hour-service-avonmouth/): Fast-paced businesses which depend on their vehicles, have received a boost after City West Commercials, Mercedes-Benz’s commercial vehicle partner in the South West, announced it has launched 24-hour servicing at Avonmouth.
- [Leeds 10K: Masternaut Employees Fundraise For Breast Cancer Support Centre, The Haven, For Third Year Running](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/leeds-10k-masternaut-employees-fundraise-breast-cancer-support-centre-haven-year-running/): Leeds-based Masternaut, the largest European provider of telematics, are inspired again this year to step out in force and take to the roads of Leeds, in support of The Haven.
- [Expansion Prompts Move To New Offices For Pink Link](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/expansion-prompts-move-offices-pink-link/): The Pink Link Ltd is delighted to announce the relocation to its new headquarters following recent expansion.
- [Brewer Raises A Toast To Cleaner, ‘Greener’ Canter Eco Hybrid](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/brewer-raises-toast-cleaner-greener-canter-eco-hybrid/): The Bristol Beer Factory is now distributing its award-winning ales aboard a new FUSO Canter Eco Hybrid, the world’s first diesel-electric truck to make economic as well as environmental sense.
- [HS2 Appoints Alistair Kirk](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/hs2-appoints-alistair-kirk/): HS2 Ltd today announced the appointment of Alistair Kirk as its Programme & Strategy Director.
- [Government 'Kick The Can Down The Road For Another Year' On Airports Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/government-kick-road-year-airports-expansion/): Commenting on the official Government response to the Airports Commission’s Interim Report, Gavin Hayes, Director, Let Britain Fly, said: “Instead of bold political leadership, the Government has decided to kick the can down the road for another year.
- [Focus On Aviation Sees BMT Isis Introduce New Business Development Lead](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/focus-aviation-sees-bmt-isis-introduce-business-development-lead/): BMT Isis, a subsidiary of BMT Group Ltd, the leading international maritime design, engineering and risk management consultancy, has appointed Ralph Dodds as the new Business Development Lead for the company’s Transport team.
- [New Funding To Boost Sustainable Transport Schemes In Nottingham](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/funding-boost-sustainable-transport-schemes-nottingham/): Sustainable transport schemes in the Nottingham urban area got a boost today, with the announcement of new funding through the Department for Transport’s Local Sustainable Transport Fund (LSTF) for 2015/16.
- [His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker Joins Dignitaries In Opening One Of The Most Popular Air Shows In The World](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/excellency-mr-akbar-al-baker-joins-dignitaries-opening-popular-air-shows-world/): Farnborough, United Kingdom – Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer, His Excellency Mr.
- [Masternaut Announces Telematics In-Vehicle Solutions Which Deliver Transformational Benefits For Customers](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/masternaut-announces-telematics-in-vehicle-solutions-deliver-transformational-benefits-customers/): MT400, a new automotive grade telematics hub built on patented technology, delivers unprecedented connectivity, application intelligence, floating car data acquisition, and telemetry.
- [Costa Concordia Removal Operation - IHS Maritime Analysis](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/costa-concordia-removal-operation-ihs-maritime-analysis/): Comments on this follow from Krispen Atkinson, Principal Analyst at IHS Maritime Analysis: “On Monday, 14 July, a salvage team hopes to complete the removal of the Costa Concordia from the coast of Giglio, Italy, where the cruise ship has been lying for two and half years.
- [A Future Vision For Transport In Wales](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/future-vision-transport-wales/): Electrified railways, metro style systems and innovative, technology enabled rural transport solutions will be common in the future, according to a report published today by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Cymru Wales.
- [Air Charter Service Voted Payload Asia Cargo Charter Broker Of The Year For Second Consecutive Year](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-charter-service-voted-payload-asia-cargo-charter-broker-year-consecutive-year/): Leading aircraft charter broker, Air Charter Service, was voted ‘Charter Broker of the Year’, for the second year in a row, at the Payload Asia Awards gala night in Singapore on October 29th.
- [A Volvo FH Challenges One Of The World's Fastest Sports Cars – A Koenigsegg One:1](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-fh-challenges-worlds-fastest-sports-cars-koenigsegg-one1/): An eight-tonne Volvo FH against one of the world's fastest cars – a Koenigsegg One:1.
- [CILT Announce Date For European Supply Chain Day 2015](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/cilt-announce-date-european-supply-chain-day-2015/): After the success of the first ever European Supply Chain Day this year, the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport are pleased to announce that European Supply Chain Day will take place again next year on April 16th, 2015.
- [Transdek Demonstrates Innovative DUET Trailer At Quiet Cities](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/transdek-demonstrates-innovative-duet-trailer-quiet-cities/): Transdek UK, the total solutions specialists for the double deck sector, is exhibiting its innovative Double Deck Urban Eco Trailer (DUET) at the Quiet Cities Global Summit, Twickenham Stadium, London, 25 – 26 November 2014.
- [Agreement Underlines Need To Prevent Use Of Stolen Passports To Cross Borders](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/agreement-underlines-prevent-stolen-passports-cross-borders/): As part of efforts to enhance international travel security, Qatar Airways has signed an agreement with INTERPOL to use the world police body’s I-Checkit system to screen the passports of its passengers against INTERPOL's Stolen and Lost Travel Documents (SLTD) database.
- [Holidays Are Coming](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/holidays-coming/): To many of us, the sight of Coca‑Cola’s iconic ‘Holidays Are Coming’ advert signifies the start of the Christmas season.
- [More OE Success For Goodyear KMAX & FUELMAX Truck Tyres](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/oe-success-goodyear-kmax-fuelmax-truck-tyres/): Renault Trucks is the latest leading truck manufacturer to select Goodyear’s recently-launched KMAX and FUELMAX tyres as additional original equipment options on its latest range of vehicles.
- [Success Is A Bonus At Moody Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/success-bonus-moody-logistics/): A family-owned transport company has launched a profit share scheme for its workers.
- [Mobility Networks And PLS Achieve Significant Success At Eurobus Expo 2014](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/mobility-networks-pls-achieve-significant-success-eurobus-expo-2014/): The international Mobility Networks Group and its UK bus and coach accessible lift division, PLS, have experienced high levels of enquiries regarding its range of AccessTM lift solutions and comprehensive maintenance services.
- [Innovation For Competitive Ferry Industry In The North Sea](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/innovation-competitive-ferry-industry-north-sea-region/): European conference on ferry operations, landings and design The importance of innovation in maintaining a competitive ferry industry in the North Sea Region (NSR) has been highlighted by the Scottish Transport Minister Keith Brown at a European conference in Edinburgh.
- [EC Harris Mark Cowland Comments On Greater Rail Investment](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/ec-harris-mark-cowland-comments-greater-rail-investment-north/): Nick Clegg is today calling for greater capital spending to fix “decrepit” northern infrastructure.
- [GKN Ramps Up New Fuel Saving Hybrid Bus Technology](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/gkn-ramps-fuel-saving-hybrid-bus-technology/): GKN Land Systems is ramping up production of a new hybrid technology for buses that will enable operators to save fuel, reduce fares and make some routes more viable.
- [FTA’s ‘Shared Vision’ – Highlighting Work Of Logistics Companies For Vulnerable Road User Safety](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/ftas-shared-vision-highlighting-work-logistics-companies-vulnerable-road-user-safety/): As part of its ‘Logistics for Cycling Campaign’, the Freight Transport Association (FTA) has today published ‘Shared Vision’ – a document setting out examples of the work logistics companies are doing to improve safety on the roads for vulnerable road users – pedestrians, motorcyclists and especially cyclists.
- [IAG Cargo Launches EuroConnector](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-launches-euroconnector/): IAG Cargo has today announced the launch of a new service: EuroConnector – a simple, cost effective and time-definite option for shipping freight into, around and out of Europe.
- [Rosyth-Zeebrugge Route Secured For The Future
](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/rosyth-zeebrugge-route-secured-future/): DFDS Seaways, the Scottish Government and Forth Ports signed a Memorandum of Understanding in which they agree to continue the Rosyth-Zeebrugge freight shipping service under the management of DFDS Seaways.
- [Business Growth Exceeds Expectation For Transport Firms](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/business-growth-exceeds-expectation-transport-firms/): Growth in business revenue has surpassed expectations for transport businesses operating in the SME sector, according to new research.
- [Intertruck Launches Commercial Formula For Independent Wholesalers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/intertruck-launches-commercial-formula-independent-wholesalers/): On 1 November, parts distributor Intertruck will introduce a wholesaler distribution formula called HD PartsCenter – a network of specialized, independent wholesalers of truck and trailer parts.
- [UK P&I Club Announces General Increase For Policy Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uk-pi-club-announces-general-increase-2015-policy-year/): The UK P&I Club Board has agreed at its meeting on 27th October 2014 that the general increase for the 2015 renewal will be 6.5%.
- [IAG Cargo Launches Pioneering Cargo Connector Service](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-launches-pioneering-cargo-connector-service/): IAG Cargo announces it has launched its innovative Cargo Connector service in Frankfurt, Germany, the first of its kind in the market.
- [Cool Solutions Chills Out With Mercedes-Benz Actros](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/cool-solutions-chills-mercedes-benz-actros/): The first Mercedes-Benz trucks to wear the colours of Hull-based Cool Solutions are returning an extra mile per gallon, compared to its fleet average.
- [ARR Craib Transport Ltd Sponsors Takes Key Messages On Economy And Green Transport On The Roads](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/arr-craib-transport-sponsors-takes-key-messages-economy-green-transport-roads/): A north east haulage firm is taking key messages about the region’s economy and sustainable transport on the road – quite literally.
- [PM And Chancellor Give Green Light To Develop HS3](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/pm-chancellor-give-green-light-develop-hs3/): As part of the Government’s long term economic plan for the north, the Prime Minister and Chancellor today gave their backing to develop HS3 – a high speed rail link connecting the north’s great cities which could significantly reduce journey times across the region.
- [NHS Says YESSS To Ice Detection System](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/nhs-yesss-ice-detection-system/): A new ‘smart road studs’ temperature-sensitive alerting system, exclusively by Wakefield-based wholesaler, YESSS Electrical, has been installed by Northern General Hospital as part of a winter weather warning pilot.
- [CBI Comments On Higgins HS2 Phase Report](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/cbi-comments-higgins-hs2-phase-report/): The CBI commented on a report for HS2 Phase 2 by Sir David Higgins.
- [CityJet Expands London-Dublin Route](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/cityjet-expands-london-dublin-route/): CityJet has today announced a 25 per cent expansion of its London City to Dublin route and will put on up to nine flights every weekday as of 26 October 2014.
- [Driver Shortage - Shoppers Could Be Facing Empty Shelves At Christmas Warns RHA](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/driver-shortage-shoppers-facing-empty-shelves-christmas-warns-rha/): The UK road haulage industry is now facing a massive shortage of drivers and, unless urgent action is taken, shoppers could be facing empty shelves at Christmas.
- [Clean Marine Wins New Contract For EGCS Installation](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/clean-marine-wins-contract-egcs-installation-tankers/): Clean Marine has been selected by Hyundai Mipo Dockyard in South Korea to supply exhaust gas cleaning systems (EGCS) for two new MR tankers IMO’s convention for the reduction of sulphur oxides (SOx) demands that sulphur emission levels in Emission Control Areas (ECAs) shall be cut to 0.1 percent from the year 2015 and that the global emission level must not exceed 0.5 percent from the year 2020.
- [Solstor Keep On Trucking Against Cancer](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/solstor-trucking-cancer/): Solstor, part of the AG Thames group, a specialist in global supply and distribution, has raised over £12,000 to help fight cancer.
- [Microlise Transport Conference 2015 Set For Record Attendees](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/microlise-transport-conference-2015-set-record-attendees/): The Microlise Transport Conference, now a key date in the transport & logistics industry calendar, looks set to attract a record number of delegates next year when the event takes place at Coventry’s Ricoh Arena, on the 20th May, 2015.
- [Eurotunnel Group: Activity In The Third Quarter Of 2014](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/eurotunnel-group-activity-quarter-2014/): Third Quarter 2014: Total Group revenues for the 3rd quarter of 2014 show an increase of 7% to €343.9 million, compared to the 3rd quarter in 2013.
- [IAG Cargo Enhances Premium Freight Handling Facility](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-enhances-premium-freight-handling-facility/): IAG Cargo today announces that it has completed a number of significant infrastructure upgrades to Premia, its London Heathrow-based premium freight handling facility.
- [Closing Date For Bids For Scottish Port](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/closing-date-bids-scottish-port/): Property consultancy Bidwells has set a closing date for expressions of interest in Perth Harbour.
- [Benfleet Implements Telematics To Improve Customer Service And Fleet Visibility](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/benfleet-implements-telematics-improve-customer-service-fleet-visibility/): Benfleet, a family run business and buyer and provider of recycled manufacturing materials, has improved fleet visibility and customer service after deploying a telematics system from Masternaut.
- [The Sky’s The Limit](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/skys-limit/): As the UK’s largest independently owned, award winning windscreen repair and replacement specialist, National Windscreens’ expertise is not just limited to cars, vans and HGVs.
- [The Pink Link Ltd Celebrates Over 150 Years Of Loyal Service](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/pink-link-celebrates-150-years-loyal-service/): Not many companies these days can say they have a workforce with more than 250 years’ industry experience, coupled with a dedicated team with a combined loyal service of 150 years, but Huddersfield based palletised distribution specialist the Pink Link are applauding just that.
- [Truck Design Requires Insight Into The Future](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/truck-design-requires-insight-future/): The process of developing a new truck starts many years before it is launched.
- [Microlise Welcomes Senior Team From Tata Motors In UK Visit](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/microlise-welcomes-senior-team-tata-motors-uk-visit/): Microlise, the market leading transport management systems provider, has welcomed a delegation of senior management from Indian company Tata Motors, one of the world’s largest truck manufacturers.
- [Electric Surge As Record Numbers Of Drivers Switch To Plug-in Cars](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/electric-surge-record-numbers-drivers-switch-plug-in-cars/): Over a quarter of the UK’s plug-in cars sold in last 3 months.
- [Three New Directors Appointed To HS2 Ltd Board](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/non-executive-directors-appointed-hs2-board/): HS2 Ltd has welcomed three new non-executive directors to its board as the project to build Britain’s new high speed rail network moves towards construction.
- [Edith Maersk: The Largest Ship Ever On The Thames](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/edith-maersk-largest-ship-thames/): The largest ship ever to enter the Thames is due to call at DP World London Gateway at the weekend, with estimated time of arrival in the early hours of Sunday morning, October 19.
- [New Smart Ticketing Scheme For School Pupils](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/smart-ticketing-scheme-school-pupils/): Primary and secondary school pupils throughout Scotland are benefitting from a new smart ticketing scheme which makes it easier to travel to school by bus.
- [Argos Fleet Gets A Makeover](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/argos-fleet-makeover/): Leading online retailer Argos has announced the launch of a fleet of newly branded trucks.
- [New Volvo FL And Volvo FMX – Now With Crew Cab](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-fl-volvo-fmx-crew-cab/): The new Volvo FL and Volvo FMX are now available at Euro-6 with the option of a four-door crew cab for operations such as fire and rescue services or roadside assistance.
- [New App Brings The World Of Aviation To Your Fingertips](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/app-brings-world-aviation-fingertips/): This month has seen the launch of a new free aircraft guide smartphone and tablet app, that features detailed information on more than 200 different aircraft types.
- [PLS Lift Servicing Team To Hold Live Demonstrations On Mobility Networks Stand At Eurobus Expo](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/pls-lift-servicing-team-hold-live-demonstrations-mobility-networks-stand-eurobus-expo/): PLS, a Mobility Networks company, will be showcasing its bespoke, coach access lift maintenance programmes with live demonstrations from its servicing team at Eurobus (Stand J92, 4-6 November, NEC).
- [IAG Cargo Boots Capacity On Madrid-Santiago Route](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-boots-capacity-madrid-santiago-route/): IAG Cargo today announces that it has increased the frequency of its cargo services between its Madrid hub and Santiago in Chile, facilitated by an increase in Iberia passenger flights on this route from one flight daily to ten weekly.
- [Nottingham Tops Transport Satisfaction Survey](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/nottingham-tops-transport-satisfaction-survey/): Nottingham City Council has been awarded top place in a national survey measuring satisfaction with local highways and transport.
- [Red Is The New Green, As LPR Delivers Environmental Promise](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/red-green-lpr-delivers-environmental-promise/): Warwickshire-based pallet pool operator, LPR, launched its new ‘White Book’ – a global environmental initiative to deliver even greater sustainability across the food and drink supply chain – with a company-wide ‘Red Day’ in September.
- [Emirates SkyCargo Strengthens Dubai's Multi-Modal Logistics Hub](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/emirates-skycargo-strengthens-dubais-multi-modal-logistics-hub/): With the move of its freighters to DWC, Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, has strengthened the link between Dubai International and DWC, through its trucking operations, reinforcing the city’s multi-model logistics capability as a growing and popular global cargo hub.
- [Government Urged To Introduce An Integrated Fuels Strategy To Improve Air Quality](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/government-urged-introduce-integrated-fuels-strategy-improve-air-quality/): - Air pollution needs to be given the same level of priority as tackling climate change and reducing carbon emissions when formulating transport policy.
- [Qatar Airways Voted Best Business Class Airline For The Second Year Running At The Business Traveller Awards 2014](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/qatar-airways-voted-business-class-airline-year-running-business-traveller-awards-2014/): Award follows introduction of popular all-Business Class Business One service For the second year in a row, Qatar Airways has been named "Best Business Class Airline" at the high profile Business Traveller Awards 2014, which were held at The Hilton Hotel on Park Lane, London, on 6th October.
- [Gasrec Welcomes New EU Directive On Refuelling Infrastructure Requirements For Alternative Fuels](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/gasrec-welcomes-eu-directive-refuelling-infrastructure-requirements-alternative-fuels/): Gasrec, Europe’s leading supplier of liquefied natural gas to the transport sector, has welcomed the European Union’s new directive (PE-CONS 79/14) on minimum infrastructure requirements for alternative fuels.
- [TT Club Announces Strong Year To Date Performance](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tt-club-announces-strong-year-date-performance/): The TT Club, the leading international transport and logistics insurance provider, today released a trading update for the period 1 January - 31 August 2014.
- [Country Roads: Deadlier Than You Think!](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/country-roads-deadlier-think/): Three people die each day on average on rural roads.
- [Mercedes-Benz Actros Sails Into Turners’ OOCL Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/mercedes-benz-actros-sails-turners-oocl-fleet/): One of Britain’s biggest privately-owned transport companies, Newmarket-based Turners, has set the first five Mercedes-Benz Actros tractor units to work on its prestigious contract with global shipping giant OOCL.
- [Richard Brown CBE FCILT Honoured With CILT Award](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/richard-brown-cbe-fcilt-honoured-cilt-premier-award/): Richard Brown CBE FCILT, Director, HS2 Ltd, has been honoured by the presentation of the Sir Robert Lawrence Award for 2014 by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport.
- [ISS Launches Innovative Online Relocations Service](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/iss-worldwide-movers-launches-innovative-online-relocations-service/): ISS Worldwide Movers, a division of Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS) has launched a free online relocations quotations service to serve the needs of customers.
- [Horse Dragon Takes Flight With Air Partner And Ruslan International](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/horse-dragon-takes-flight-air-partner-ruslan-international/): Leading air charter broker, Air Partner, has teamed up with Ruslan International to fly a spectacular, gigantic mechanical Horse Dragon to Beijing.
- [Masternaut Launches Tax & Expense Companion Mobile App](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/masternaut-launches-tax-expense-companion-mobile-app/): Masternaut, the largest European provider of telematics solutions, has launched an iOS and Android companion app for the Masternaut Tax & Expense module, offering customers automated and completely accurate mileage logging to support expense claims and compliance regulations on the move.
- [PTV Group Wins Telematics Award With Truck Parking Europe](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/ptv-group-wins-telematics-award-truck-parking-europe/): The PTV Group's free app for truck parking now lists over 15,000 parking options and has received the telematics award 2014 "Truck Parking Europe" (www.truckparkingeurope.com) won this year's telematics award in the "Best Innovation" category.
- [23,295 Overseas Drivers Escape Speeding Offences](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/23295-overse/): Leading road safety charity, the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) has revealed that overseas drivers have escaped 23,295 speeding offences since January 20131 – the equivalent of £2.3 million worth of speeding tickets.
- [Microlise The Clear Choice For Synseal](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/microlise-clear-choice-synseal/): Microlise, the market leading Transport Management Systems provider, has been selected by Synseal to support the company’s efforts to reduce environmental impact and further improve already high levels of customer service.
- [CBI Comments On Liberal Democrat Party Vote On Airport Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/cbi-ccomments-liberal-democrat-party-vote-airport-expansion/): The CBI commented on the outcome of a vote on airport expansion at the Liberal Democrat Party’s Conference in Glasgow, which ruled out the construction of further runways in the United Kingdom.
- [Close Brothers Asset Finance Wins Top Industry Accolade](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/close-brothers-asset-finance-wins-top-industry-accolade/): Close Brothers Asset Finance has been named ‘Lessor of the Year’ at the 2014 Leasing World Awards, held on 1st October at One Whitehall Place, London.
- [New Technology Offers Truck Drivers All-Around Visibility](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/technology-offers-truck-drivers-all-around-visibility/): Volvo Trucks has developed new technology which can eliminate the risk of accidents caused by a limited field of vision as it enables a vehicle to do a 360 degree scan of everything in its surroundings.
- [CILT To Discuss The Future Of Aviation At The Liberal Democrat Political Party Conference](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/cilt-discuss-future-aviation-liberal-democrat-political-party-conference/): The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) will host an informed and expert discussion at the Liberal Democrat Party Conference Today (Monday 6th October) in Glasgow.
- [Skills For Logistics Launches The Standard Of Excellence Driver CPC](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/skills-logistics-launches-standard-excellence-driver-cpc/): Skills for Logistics launched the Standard of Excellence Driver CPC in response to a need voiced by employers and providers to showcase excellent training provision.
- [Operate Common User Facility At London Gateway](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/import-services-operate-common-user-facility-london-gateway-logistics-park/): Import Services To Operate Common User Facility At London Gateway Logistics Park A unique partnership between DP World London Gateway and Import Services will ensure that all shippers - large or small – benefit from low-cost supply chain opportunities at London Gateway’s new Common User Facility.
- [Bevan Racks Up Another Type Approval ‘First’](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/bevan-racks-type-approval-first/): West Midlands bodybuilder Bevan Group has underlined its leadership in the field of European Community Whole Vehicle Type Approval by becoming the first company to secure accreditation for external glass racks (frails) fitted to panel vans.
- [Allport Cargo Services UK Commences Board Restructure](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/allport-cargo-services-uk-commences-board-restructure/): Freight forwarding company, Allport Cargo Services has today announced the appointment of Charles McGurin as Joint Managing Director, serving alongside Danny Clayton.
- [City West Commercials Lays Foundations For Hopkins With Record Mercedes-Benz Arocs Deal](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/city-west-commercials-lays-foundations-hopkins-record-mercedes-benz-actros-deal/): City West Commercials, the South-West’s Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicle Partner, has secured a UK record-breaking contract win, receiving an order of 50 vehicles from the family-owned and run company Hopkins Concrete.
- [Mobility Networks To Showcase Complete PLS Access Lift Solutions At Eurobus Expo 2014](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/4346/): Mobility Networks To Showcase Complete PLS Access Lift Solutions At Eurobus Expo 2014 On stand J92 at Eurobus Expo (4-6 November, NEC), Mobility Networks will be demonstrating its world-class, vehicle wheelchair access lifts and unique package of support services delivered by PLS.
- [Lincoln-Based Haulage Firm Is On Track Thanks To Clydesdale Bank](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/lincoln-based-haulage-firm-track-clydesdale-bank/): A leading Lincoln-based haulage and logistics company is expanding after securing new funding from Clydesdale Bank.
- [Institute Sets Out 20 Year Vision For Transport Planning](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/institute-sets-20-year-vision-transport-planning/): A new report, A Vision for Transport Planning, has been produced and published by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) and the Transport Planning Society (TPS), setting out the key role transport planning can play in meeting the pressing challenges the nation will face over the next 20 years.
- [Monarch Staff Groups Vote To Support Restructuring Plans](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/monarch-staff-groups-vote-support-restructuring-plans/): The Monarch Group, the UK’s leading independent travel group, has confirmed that each of its staff groups has agreed to major concessions on pay and terms and conditions, as part of its plan to evolve into a leading scheduled European low-cost airline.
- [Intermodal Partnership Boosts Long-Haul CEE Links](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/intermodal-partnership-boosts-long-haul-cee-links/): Pan-European logistics specialists P&O Ferrymasters and Transmec Group have joined forces to launch an intermodal Belgium-Romania service with three departures per week each way by dedicated train.
- [Emirates SkyCargo Launches New Temperature Controlled Container](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/emirates-skycargo-launches-temperature-controlled-container/): New innovative “White Container” Fills a Gap in the Cool Chain Space.
- [Surge In Online Shopping Set To Generate Over 1.35 Billion Deliveries A Year By 2018](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/surge-online-shopping-set-generate-1-35-billion-deliveries-year-2018/): The Last Mile* Report 2014 - UK predicted to see a 29% increase in shopping deliveries by 2018 - Demand for buying clothing and footwear over the internet is set to continue, making up 20% of all deliveries over the next four years – the highest of any product sector - Digital music and film downloads are expected to decline by 39% over the coming years as subscription-based services increase in popularity - By 2018, online food deliveries will overtake the number of book deliveries to become the online retail sector with the third highest volume of deliveries Online retail is expected to see significant growth in deliveries over the next four years, according to a new report from Barclays, as people increasingly use smartphones and tablets to place orders and take advantage of new flexible and convenient delivery options.
- [Air Charter Service Reports Strong First Half Year Results](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-charter-service-reports-strong-year-results/): Leading aircraft charter specialist, Air Charter Service, has reported a strong first half of the year for all three of its divisions in both revenue and charter numbers.
- [Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Fleet Keeps Cartwright Trailers On The Road](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/mercedes-benz-sprinter-fleet-cartwright-trailers-road/): Leading commercial vehicle body and trailer manufacturer Cartwright relies on Mercedes-Benz Sprinters to provide its customers with high-quality, dependable back-up.
- [Recycled Cooking Oil Powers Finnair Flight To New York](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/recycled-cooking-oil-powers-finnair-flight-york/): Finnair will operate its flight from Helsinki to New York on September 23 with an Airbus A330 using environmentally sustainable biofuel, coinciding with the UN Climate Summit taking place in New York on the same day.
- [First Arocs Add Mercedes-Benz Muscle At TJ Transport](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/arocs-add-mercedes-benz-muscle-tj-transport/): Fareham-based TJ Transport has pitched its first Euro VI Mercedes-Benz tippers into a three-way battle for fleet supremacy.
- [Masternaut Announces Innovative Driver Navigation & Communications Device For Enterprise Telematics Solution](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/masternaut-announces-innovative-driver-navigation-communications-device-enterprise-telematics-solution/): Masternaut, the largest European telematics solution provider, has launched Masternaut Pro, a new driver navigation & communication device which is used in conjunction with Masternaut Connect to provide users and businesses an all-in-one solution for real time telematics, communication, and navigation.
- [BBC Coventry & Warwickshire Goes Round And Round Again For Coventry Ring Road’s 40th Birthday](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bbc-coventry-warwickshire-coventry-ring-roads-40th-birthday/): Music mogul, Pete Waterman has described BBC Coventry & Warwickshire’s latest venture as ‘making musical history’, with their cover of ‘Let’s Go Round Again’ - an ode to Coventry’s iconic Ring Road as it marks its 40th anniversary.
- [CMA : MyFerryLink Confident Of A Positive Appeal Decision](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/cma-publishing-order-myferrylink-confident-positive-appeal-decision/): Following its report in June, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has this morning made its project of order seeking to ban Eurotunnel from operating ferry services from the Port of Dover.
- [Qatar Airways Delivery Of First A380](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/qatar-airways-delivery-a380/): Group Chief Executive His Excellency Mr.
- [Downton Seeks To Bridge Skills Gap With New Apprenticeship Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/downton-seeks-bridge-skills-gap-apprenticeship-scheme/): C M Downton has launched a nationwide apprenticeship scheme in a bid to bring new talent into the business and attract fresh blood into the logistics industry.
- [Gasrec Wins Low Carbon Fuel Initiative Of The Year](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/gasrec-wins-carbon-fuel-initiative-year/): Gasrec, Europe’s leading supplier of liquefied gas fuel for transport, was awarded the coveted Low Carbon Fuel Initiative of the Year award at the recent Low Carbon Champions Awards in Milton Keynes in front of 300 industry peers and low carbon transport stakeholders.
- [Route Closure Consultation On Portsmouth – Le Havre Ferry Service](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/dfds-seaways-announces-route-closure-consultation-portsmouth-le-havre-ferry-service/): DFDS Seaways has announced today that it is entering a period of consultation on the viability of its Portsmouth to Le Havre service.
- [Pedal Power Raises Thousands For Transport Charity](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/pedal-power-raises-thousands-transport-charity/): Charitable volunteers from across the transport industry cycled to Brussels at the weekend, in a bid to raise £75,000 for Transaid.
- [PLS Installs Pioneering Passenger Stretcher Lift To Bespoke Accessible Care Coach](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/pls-installs-pioneering-passenger-stretcher-lift-bespoke-accessible-care-coach/): PLS, a Mobility Networks company, has successfully engineered and installed a unique stretcher lift to a highly bespoke, medical coach built by King Long – a world’s first in lift design for disabled passengers.
- [Finalists From 23 Countries Compete For The Title Of The World's Most Fuel-Efficient Driver](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/finalists-23-countries-compete-title-worlds-fuel-efficient-driver/): A total of 23 drivers from almost the same number of countries will be taking part in Volvo Trucks' Global Drivers’ Fuel Challenge Final on September 19th, where they will be competing against each other to find out who can drive most fuel-efficiently.
- [DFDS Seaways Pilots New Mobile Booking System For Freight Customers](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/dfds-seaways-pilots-mobile-booking-system-freight-customers/): Award-winning cross Channel ferry operator, DFDS Seaways, is trialling a new freight booking system for customers wanting to book via mobile and tablet devices.
- [Microlise & Tata Motors Partnership To ‘Transform’ India’s Commercial Transport Industry](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/microlise-tata-motors-partnership-transform-indias-commercial-transport-industry/): Microlise, the transport management solutions firm, is to provide pioneering technology to Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicles manufacturer, in a move which is expected to transform the country’s commercial transport industry.
- [Get Behind Kent Parking Plans, Urges RHA](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/kent-parking-plans-urges-rha/): The Road Haulage Association is strongly supporting proposals for new lorry parks in Kent, which are being discussed by the county council next Wednesday, September 17.
- [Why More Freight Will Go By Train](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/freight-train/): Why More Freight Will Go By Train As cities around the world restrict freight vehicles’ access to their centres, I think we’ll see a radical change to the way goods are delivered.
- [Driver CPC Deadline Reached](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/driver-cpc-deadline-reached/): The Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) was introduced in: - 2008 for bus and coach drivers - 2009 for lorry drivers New drivers who drive for a living had to start taking the Driver CPC initial qualification from then.
- [Key Scottish Commercial Port On The Market](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/key-scottish-commercial-port-market/): One of Scotland’s key commercial ports, Perth Harbour, is being marketed by Bidwells on behalf of Perth and Kinross Council, who are seeking investment to secure the future harbour operations as a key logistics hub.
- [RHA Welcomes Robust Driver CPC Enforcement](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/rha-welcomes-robust-driver-cpc-enforwelcomes-robust-driver-cpc-enforcement/): The Road Haulage Association has welcomed the robust approach of enforcement authorities towards those who have failed to meet the requirement of the Driver CPC Directive.
- [Tried & Trusted Mercedes-Benz Trucks Formula](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/trusted-mercedes-benz-trucks-formula-pays-dividends-allegro-transport/): Long-term Mercedes-Benz operator Allegro Transport is reaping valuable fuel savings from its first Euro VI vehicles.
- [Transport For London To Accelerate Workforce Planning](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/transport-london-accelerate-workforce-planning-quintiq/): Quintiq, a global leader in supply chain planning and optimization (SCP&O), today announced that it has been awarded a contract to implement a software solution to assist with the planning and rostering of London Underground staff.
- [MAN Sets A Precedent With DVLA Personalised Plates](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/man-sets-precedent-dvla-personalised-plates/): Managing director of MAN Truck & Bus UK, Simon Elliott, is predicting the demand for personalised number plates on HGVs & LCVs could follow the trend in passenger cars.
- [Better Management Practices To Safeguard People](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/tt-club-urge-management-practices-safeguard-people-ports-terminals/): A detailed analysis of the root causes of insurance claims show 80% of bodily injuries at global ports and container terminals involve handling equipment or vehicles.
- [Transdek Launch New DUET Double Deck Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/transdek-launch-duet-double-deck-trailers-cv-show/): Transdek UK, the total solutions specialists for the double deck sector, is expanding its innovative DUET trailer range with the launch of two new models on stand 5C71 at the CV Show at the NEC Birmingham, 14-16 April 2015.
- [Thermo King V-800 MAX Spectrum Delivers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/5232/): Thermo King, a manufacturer of transport temperature control solutions for a variety of mobile applications and a brand of Ingersoll Rand, is introducing a new, non-diesel, vehicle-powered V-800 MAX Spectrum unit designed to make multi-temperature urban distribution easier for transporters.
- [Intertruck Introduces New Brand Catalogue](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/intertruck-introduces-brand-catalogue/): Intertruck offers customers a unique one-stop shop concept, and the Intertruck brand is an essential part of this.
- [MyFerryLink Vindicated With Permission To Continue](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/myferrylink-vindicated-permission-continue-battle-court-appeal/): Following a hearing in London, MyFerryLink has won permission from the Court of Appeal to take its fight against the CMA's attempted prohibition remedy to the appeal Court.
- [Strong Start For UK Bus & Coach Market With 7-Year High](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/strong-start-2015-uk-bus-coach-market-seven-year-high/): Bus and coach registrations rose 48.6% in January to 715, the most successful start to a year since 2008.
- [FTA Highlights How Vital Extra London Airport Capacity Is To Freight](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/fta-highlights-vital-extra-london-airport-capacity-freight/): “Extra airport runway capacity in London and the south east of England is vital to the UK economy” is the message from the Freight Transport Association today – made in its response to the Airports Commission Consultation.
- [First New Member Joins Pall-Ex Group After UK Pallets](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/member-joins-pall-ex-group-uk-pallets-deal/): Pall-Ex has welcomed its first new member as the result of its pledge to offer support to the hauliers and customers of the UK Pallets network.
- [Customer Loyalty Goes A Long Way With MAN](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/customer-loyalty-long-man-truck-bus-uk/): One of the UK’s leading fleet management companies has kicked off 2015 with a £13 million order for fuel efficient trucks from its long term supplier, MAN Truck & Bus UK Ltd.
- [Bosses From Britain’s Top Companies Call For ‘Quick Decision On Airports Expansion’](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/bosses-britains-top-companies-call-quick-decision-airports-expansion/): Sixty business leaders, including many from FTSE 100 listed companies, have signed a statement calling on political parties to offer manifesto commitments that pledge ‘a quick decision on airports expansion’.
- [Almost Quarter Of Transport Firms Anticipate Benefits](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/quarter-transport-firms-anticipate-benefits-hs2-project/): Almost a quarter (24%) of small and medium sized businesses in the UK transport sector say they believe the high-speed rail project, HS2, will have a positive effect on their business.
- [Smart Solutions Drives Growth Of New Division With Key Appointments](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/smart-solutions-drives-growth-division-key-appointments/): Newport-headquartered outsourced services specialists, Smart Solutions, has launched a new division dedicated to driver recruitment and has appointed a services director to head up the specialist offering.
- [CityJet Founder To Rejoin As Chairman](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/cityjet-founder-rejoin-chairman/): CityJet, the independent regional airline, today announced that its founder, Pat Byrne, is to rejoin the Board as Chairman.
- [TT Club Director For Europe, Middle East And Africa](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/tt-club-appoints-regional-director-europe-middle-east-africa/): TT Club, the leading international transport, freight and logistics insurance provider, has appointed Kevin King as Regional Director Europe, Middle East and Africa.
- [Deadline Extended For Awards Celebrating Women In Transport And Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/deadline-extended-awards-celebrating-women-transport-logistics/): The deadline has been extended for the 2015 FTA everywoman in Transport and Logistics Awards, which means you have one more week to nominate the gifted and talented women you know.
- [New Guidance On Heavy-Lift And Project Cargo](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/uk-pi-club-allianz-global-corporate-specialty-publish-guidance-heavy-lift-project-cargo/): The UK P&I Club (“the Club”) has joined forces with leading marine cargo insurer Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty (AGCS) to publish new practical guidance for shipowners and operators on how to carry heavy-lift and project cargo safely at sea.
- [Bridgestone Extends Arla Arrangement In Major Commercial Win](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bridgestone-extends-arla-arrangement-major-commercial-win/): Bridgestone is celebrating a major commercial win after extending a fleet agreement with Arla Foods, it was revealed.
- [Norbert Dentressangle Secures Multi-Million Pound Renewal With JCB](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/norbert-dentressangle-secures-multi-million-pound-renewal-jcb/): Norbert Dentressangle has been re-appointed in a three-year, £-multi-million contract renewal with JCB to manage the delivery of aftermarket parts to a network of more than 100 dealer depots.
- [Membership Growth Study Advisory Group Announced](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/membership-maritime-growth-study-advisory-group-announced/): The membership of an industry-led advisory body formed to maintain Britain’s place at forefront of the global maritime sector was announced by Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin today (Friday 30 January).
- [Thermo King Dealership Network Grows To Provide More Extensive Service To Customers In Europe, Middle East And Africa](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/thermo-king-dealership-network-grows-provide-extensive-service-customers-europe-middle-east-africa/): Thermo King, a manufacturer of transport temperature control solutions for a variety of mobile applications and a brand of Ingersoll Rand, showed continued growth of its worldwide dealer network in 2014 with the appointment of nine new full-line sales and service dealerships and 17 other main service locations.
- [Stena Line Continues To Increase Passengers On North Sea](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/stena-line-continues-increase-passengers-north-sea-route-offers-100-reliability/): 2014 saw continued growth of Stena Line’s passenger numbers and car volumes, building on the figures recorded in previous years.
- [It’s All About The Race!  Three-Time British Truck Racing Champ Brings Swindon To A Halt](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/its-race-three-time-british-truck-racing-champ-brings-swindon-halt/): Staff at MAN Truck and Bus were treated to a show-stopping experience when British Truck Racing champion Mat Summerfield rolled up at their HQ.
- [Dedicated Met 'Exchanging Places' Truck Arrives](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/dedicated-met-exchanging-places-truck-arrives/): The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) Cycle Safety Team is launching its new Mercedes-Benz truck, supplied by Sparshatts of Kent, which will be used for the cycle safety programme - Exchanging Places.
- [P&O Ferries’ Ro-Ro Cargo Operations Enhanced Using Kalmar](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/po-ferries-ro-ro-cargo-operations-enhanced-kalmar/): With such intensive operations taking place at the port each day, the reach stacker truck (RST) used by P&O was nearing the end of its life.
- [Bevan Works With VCA To Smooth The Whole Vehicle Type Approval Road](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bevan-works-vca-smooth-vehicle-type-approval-road/): Customers of high-profile bodybuilder Bevan Group are reaping the benefits of its proactive and professional response to the demands of European Whole Vehicle Type Approval regulations, the latest round of which came into force for trucks last October.
- [Fergusons Transport Embraces Greater Customer Service Through Access WMS Solution](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/fergusons-transport-embraces-greater-customer-service-access-wms-solution/): Fergusons Transport, the largest privately owned haulier in the North East of England, has made the strategic decision to implement Access Group’s warehouse management solution (WMS).
- [World Airports Plan For One Billion More Journeys A Year](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/world-airports-plan-billion-journeys-year/): Emerging economies lead drive for airport expansion with the UK at risk of being left behind, shows analysis.
- [AA Charitable Trust Think Bikes Campaign Goes Global](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/aa-charitable-trust-bikes-campaign-global/): An award-winning UK road safety initiative is being rolled out globally by the FIA, the world motoring organisation.
- [Mercedes-Benz Dealer Western Commercial Leads On Van customer Service](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/mercedes-benz-dealer-western-commercial-leads-van-customer-service/): Mercedes-Benz Dealer Western Commercial has confirmed its standing as one of the UK’s top van retailers by becoming the latest member of the manufacturer’s franchised network to achieve a demanding new standard of excellence.
- [Nominations Open To Celebrate Women](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/2-weeks-nominations-celebrate-women-transport-logistics/): Your voice counts; everywoman and the Freight Transport Association (FTA) want to hear from individuals, HR leaders and organisations about the women in the industry and their success stories.
- [Lessons In Logistics And Supply Chain](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/lessons-logistics-supply-chain/): Andy Kaye asks: why are so many young career seekers unaware of the incredible opportunities open to them in logistics and supply chain?
- [Is It Really So Hard To See Why Drivers Are Difficult To Find?](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/hard-drivers-difficult-find/): By Mike Farrall The driver shortage is critical, it’s not getting any better, and it is not so difficult to see why. It’s not about the money.
- [IAG Cargo Partners With The British Museum For Landmark Exhibition](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-partners-british-museum-landmark-exhibition/): IAG Cargo today announces it is the official logistics partner for the British Museum’s important new exhibition the BP exhibition Indigenous Australia: enduring civilisation.
- [Impact Handling Expands Into The South West](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/impact-handling-expands-south-west/): Impact Handling is expanding into the South West following its acquisition of Melksham-based Western Mechanical Handling, one of its strategic dealer partners.
- [Fit-For-Purpose Mercedes-Benz Arocs Is An Mpg Winner For GS Hughes](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/fit-for-purpose-mercedes-benz-arocs-mpg-winner-gs-hughes/): Lincoln-based GS Hughes is running its first Mercedes-Benz tippers for at least 15 years – and the dozen new eight-wheelers from the muscular, Euro VI Arocs range have been quick to impress.
- [Hitachi Rail Bring Training Carriage To The Port Of Tyne](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/hitachi-rail-bring-training-carriage-port-tyne/): A training carriage for the Hitachi Rail Europe plant in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham rolled off the 229 metre long vehicle carrier Höegh London and into the Port of Tyne on Sunday 18 January.
- [Goodyear Wins Innovation Award For Truck Tyre Technology](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/goodyear-wins-innovation-award-truck-tyre-technology/): IntelliMax Groove Technology makes it third win for Goodyear.
- [One Million Increase In UK Ferry Passenger Numbers](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/million-increase-uk-ferry-passenger-numbers-2014/): Britain’s ferry industry continued its revival in 2014 on over 75 routes, posting increases across the board for passengers, cars and coaches carried during last year.
- [Rail Specialist Signals Commitment To Safety With Vans](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/rail-specialist-signals-commitment-safety-mercedes-benz-vans/): Protection for its employees was at the top of the agenda when Rail Safety Solutions (RSS) decided to invest in a new fleet of Mercedes-Benz Vans.
- [Drivers Determination To Overcome Illness Recognised](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/drivers/): When illness forced 42-year-old trucker Jamie Potter from the road he feared for the future.
- [Monarch Aircraft Engineering Secures Line Maintenance Contract With Air Explore](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/monarch-aircraft-engineering-secures-line-maintenance-contract-air-explore/): Monarch Aircraft Engineering Limited is delighted to announce that it has secured a line maintenance technical handling agreement with Air Explore.
- [Motor Industry To Hold CV Air Quality Debate](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/motor-industry-hold-cv-air-quality-debate/): - SMMT to showcase commercial vehicles’ contribution to improving air quality in the UK. - Transport Secretary Baroness Kramer to deliver keynote speech.
- [APPG Report Reflects FTA’s Call For Student Loan Style Funding](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/appg-report-reflects-ftas-call-student-loan-style-funding/): “We are pleased to see FTA’s call for student style loans has been heard by Government” – is the message from the Freight Transport Association today, in response to the launch of the report by the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Freight Transport investigating Barriers to Youth Employment in the Freight Transport Sector.
- [Today Is National Pothole Day](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/today-national-pothole-day/): Today is National Pothole Day (January 15th) and NFU Mutual, the UK’s largest rural insurer, is urging motorists to take extra care on rural roads after it revealed that the number of claims it received for pothole-related damage rose by 63% between 2012 and 2013.
- [AECOM Appointed By TfL To Manage, Operate And Grow Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS)](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/aecom-appointed-tfl-manage-operate-grow-fleet-operator-recognition-scheme-fors/): AECOM Appointed By TfL To Manage, Operate And Grow Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) AECOM, the global, fully integrated infrastructure services firm, has been appointed by Transport for London (TfL) to a concession contract to operate, manage and grow the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS).
- [IAG Cargo Expands Cargo Connector Service To 10 Cities Worldwide](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-expands-cargo-connector-service-10-cities-worldwide/): IAG Cargo today announces it has launched its innovative Cargo Connector service in San Francisco, the 10th city on IAG Cargo’s global network to benefit from the service.
- [Eurotunnel Orders 3 New Freight Shuttles To Meet Demand](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/eurotunnel-announces-order-3-freight-shuttles-meet-growing-demand/): With the British economy continuing to grow and cross-Channel traffic flows concentrating on the shortest routes as a result of environmental constraints, the market in the strait of Dover is set to grow over the coming years.
- [Doncaster Sheffield Airport Sees Cargo Increase](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/doncaster-sheffield-airport-sees-cargo-increase/): Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield has seen a 112 per cent increase in the amount of cargo it transports.
- [Heathrow Hub Says There Is Clear Evidence Today That Heathrow Airport Is The future](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/heathrow-hub-clear-evidence-today-heathrow-airport-future/): Heathrow Hub, the independent proposal to expand Heathrow by extending the northern runway, welcomes today’s announcements from Heathrow Airport Ltd.
- [Challenge On To Find Top Bus & Coach Technicians](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/challenge-find-top-bus-coach-technicians/): Bus and coach operators are invited to take part in the IRTE Skills Challenge, which this year takes place on 1-5 June 2015 at S&B Academy in Bristol.
- [IAG Cargo Joins The Top Table At The Airforwarders Association](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-joins-top-table-airforwarders-association/): IAG Cargo has become the world’s first international carrier to gain Platinum membership of the Airforwarders Association (AfA) – the organisation that represents the voice of the air freight forwarding industry.
- [MyFerryLink Prohibited From Operating In Dover](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/myferrylink-prohibited-operating-dover/): Groupe Eurotunnel seeks buyer for its ferry business.
- [Premiere For Stena Line And Mann Lines’ Joint Service](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/premiere-stena-line-mann-lines-joint-service/): From January 1st the cooperation between the ferry company Stena Line and the shipping, logistics and forwarding company Mann Lines reached a new level.
- [What Does 2015 Hold For Former City Link Owner Drivers?](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/2015-hold-city-link-owner-drivers/): (By Dan Parry, Managing Director of Delivery Quote Compare, contemplates what this year has in store for self-employed drivers) Much has been written in recent days about the demise of City Link and whilst redundancy is a bitter blow to all, of particular concern is the impact it will have on the 1000 strong army of self-employed owner drivers classed as “unsecured creditors” by Ernst & Young and therefore not entitled to any form of redundancy payment.
- [Prohire Appoints Dave Barlow As Managing Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/prohire-appoints-dave-barlow-managing-director/): Prohire Plc, the Commercial Vehicle Contract Hire, Fleet Management and Short-Term Hire specialist headquartered in Staffordshire, has today announced that its Commercial Director, Dave Barlow has been appointed its Group Managing Director.
- [Fuel Saving Proven With New CV Euro 6 Oil](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fuel-saving-proven-cv-euro-6-oil/): Millbrook testing ground for new Exol Taurus FE 5W-30 engine oil Exol Lubricants has introduced a new, fuel saving, commercial vehicle engine oil, which has undergone extensive testing at the Millbrook vehicle test and development facility, with the results proving it can provide long term savings on a typical fleet operator’s fuel bill.
- [Cenex To Launch One-Day Low Carbon Vehicle Master Classes Across The UK](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/cenex-launch-one-day-carbon-vehicle-master-classes-uk/): Cenex – the UK’s first Centre of Excellence for low carbon technologies – has announced plans to deliver a programme of low carbon vehicle masterclasses across the UK.
- [Poor Cash Flow Limits Hauliers’ HGV Purchasing Plan](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/poor-cash-flow-limits-hauliers-hgv-purchasing-plan/): A fifth of transport firms in the UK say that their cash flow is dictating that they are running older vehicles for longer, rather than purchasing new HGVs.
- [Bristol Airport And AirBaltic Win Global OTP Battle](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/bristol-airport-airbaltic-win-global-otp-battle/): OAG, the global leader in aviation intelligence, is today announcing its Punctuality League 2014 for worldwide airlines and airports.
- [Happy New Year - Transport & Logistics Welcomes In 2015](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/happy-year-transport-logistics-welcomes-2015/): We would like to wish all of our readers, subscribers, advertisers and supporters a very Happy New Year.
- [Plant Hire Partnership Pays Off Again For Mercedes-Benz](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/plant-hire-partnership-pays-mercedes-benz/): Mercedes-Benz Truck chiefs have been rewarded once again for their willingness to back a fledgling business with finance support, by landing an order for a beavertail-bodied 26-tonner.
- [Rhenus UK’s Michael Gregory Retires](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/rhenus-uks-michael-gregory-retires/): Rhenus UK’s group development director, Michael Gregory will retire on 19 December after 40 years of service.
- [Motorway Journey Times To Double Over Christmas](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/motorway-journey-times-double-christmas/): Journeys on some roads will take more than twice as long this Christmas compared to other times of the year, according to data from INRIX®, Inc., a leading global provider of transportation information, analytics and driver services for the connected car and smart cities worldwide.
- [Faster Customer Deliveries With Volvo Trucks' Chassis Unique 3D Drawings](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/faster-customer-deliveries-volvo-trucks-chassis-unique-3d-drawings/): Thanks to chassis unique 3D drawings, the chassis and bodywork for several Volvo Trucks' truck models can now be designed in parallel.
- [IAG Cargo Becomes World’s First Carrier To Achieve Wholesale Distribution Authorisation For Medicines](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-worlds-carrier-achieve-wholesale-distribution-authorisation-medicines/): IAG Cargo has become the world’s first cargo carrier to be awarded a GDP (Good Distribution Practice) certification by a national government health agency in what is widely recognised as meeting the diamond standard for pharmaceutical transportation.
- [Masternaut Launch Innovative MT-330 ATEX Certified Tracking Device](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/masternaut-launch-innovative-mt-330-atex-certified-tracking-device/): Masternaut, Europe’s leading supplier of telematics solutions, will be among the first to receive the new MT-330 in partnership with manufacturer CalAmp, a leading global provider of wireless products, services and solutions.
- [Hampshire Fire & Rescue Safety Training Exercise](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/meachers-add-weight-hampshire-fire-rescue-road-safety-training-exercise/): Meachers Global Logistics has assisted Hampshire Fire and Rescue in the testing of its new life saving road safety equipment at Redbridge Fire Station.
- [Masternaut Graduates From Future Fifty Programme](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/masternaut-graduates-future-fifty-programme/): Masternaut, the largest European provider of telematics solutions, has graduated from Tech City UK’s Future Fifty programme – a fast-track government programme offering public and private sector support to aid growth, create jobs and deliver significant economic impact to the UK.
- [Transport Minister Takes Truck For Derbyshire Transport Launch](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/transport-minister-takes-truck-derbyshire-transport-launch/): Arriving in style on Friday (Dec 12) to meet with over 100 truckers and industry leaders from across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire was Roads Minister Claire Perry.
- [1,000,000th HGV Levy Sold By Northgate](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/1000000th-hgv-levy-sold-northgate/): The one millionth HGV Road User Levy has now been sold following the introduction of the new tax on 1 April 2014 by the Department for Transport, supported by Northgate Public Services.
- [GEM Issues Warning As Cold & Flu Season Arrives](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/gem-issues-medicines-warning-cold-flue-season-arrives/): Road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist is warning motorists about the dangerous effects medication can have on driving.
- [Hope Festive Truck Search](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/hope-festive-truck-search/): ‘Noel trucks’ will be running up and down the country throughout December delivering Hope cement and the company are inviting people to send in pictures of the trucks to be in with a chance to receive a surprise Christmas gift!
- [DFDS Seaways Sails Into Top Position At World Travel Awards](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/dfds-seaways-sails-top-position-world-travel-awards/): DFDS Seaways has been awarded the prestigious accolade of ‘World’s Leading Ferry Operator’ at the 2014 World Travel Awards Gala in Anguilla, in the Caribbean (7 December) for the fourth year in a row.
- [The New Volvo FL With 4x4 – For Both Urban And Gravel Roads](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-fl-4x4-urban-gravel-roads/): The popular Volvo FL is now available in a four-wheel drive (4x4) version for service and off road applications.
- [Logistics Specialist Strengthen Team In Time Of Growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/logistics-specialist-strengthen-team-time-growth/): UK transport and logistics specialists, Bedfords Group recently announced the appointment of two new members to its expanding work-force, plus the promotion of their long-serving Despatch Supervisor to Assistant Transport Manager, in an effort to support the growth of the company that recently acquired Milton-Keynes based logistics company RPL Transport.
- [Nathan Marsh Infrastructure Director At EY Comments On Autumn Statement](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/nathan-marsh-infrastructure-director-ey-comments-autumn-statement/): “This is a much awaited statement that confirms the Government’s previously stated intention to commit to long term funding to improve the UK’s road network.
- [James Stamp Global Head Of Aviation At KPMG Comments On Autumn Statement](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/james-stamp-global-head-aviation-kpmg-comments-autumn-statement/): “The abolition of Airline Passenger Duty for children is a welcome boost to the airline leisure market, and good news for families too.
- [Mark Cowland At EC Harris Comments On Autumn Statement](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/mark-cowland-head-rail-ec-harris-comments-autumn-statement/): “At last the government, through the National infrastructure Plan, recognises the benefit gained to GDP growth through infrastructure investment, but with more and earlier confirmed investment we could have seen further growth in GDP beyond the 3% achieved.
- [Pay Rises On The Cards For Three Quarters Of Firms](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/pay-rises-cards-quarters-transport-firms-2015/): Almost three quarters of small and medium sized transport businesses plan to give their employees a pay rise in the next 12 months, according to a survey.
- [Finnair Is The Official Airline Of Santa Claus](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/finnair-official-airline-santa-claus/): Finnair has been the Official Airline of Santa Claus since 1983. This year, two of Finnair’s Airbus 321 Sharklet aircraft take to the skies in Christmas livery.
- [Inlecom Introduces i-Ship The Intelligent Ship Reporting Gateway](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/inlecom-introduces-i-ship-intelligent-ship-reporting-gateway/): Inlecom Systems Ltd (Inlecom), the transport and logistics research and innovation company, has launched i-Ship, an innovative software application, enabling ship representatives to fulfil their reporting obligations to European and International maritime and custom authorities with greater speed and efficiency.
- [HGV Changes To Deliver Fairer Deal For Hauliers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/hgv-deliver-fairer-deal-hauliers/): Rules governing HGVs will be modernised across England and Wales, transport minister Claire Perry announced today.
- [Meachers Global Logistics Deliver Christmas Gifts To Under Privileged Children](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/meachers-global-logistics-deliver-christmas-gifts-privileged-children/): Southampton based Meachers Global Logistics is helping to ship over 25,000 shoeboxes filled with Christmas gifts to under privileged children overseas as part of a community initiative.
- [Signs Are Looking Good For Centrelink](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/signs-good-centrelink/): The City Council’s free centrelink bus service, that links Broadmarsh and Victoria bus stations, is getting better all the time.
- [HS2 Will Deliver For Britain's Regional Economies](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/hs2-deliver-britains-regional-economies-minister-leading-experts-ptrcs-hs2-conference/): High speed rail will deliver huge social, economic and business benefits for local communities across Britain according to leading transport and economic experts at a special conference in London yesterday.
- [UK Training Manager Raises Forklift Truck Safety Standards In Africa](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/uk-training-manager-raises-forklift-truck-safety-standards-africa/): A UK training manager has spent two weeks in Africa raising the teaching standards of forklift truck driving instructors to help ensure newly qualified drivers know how to safely operate the machines.
- [CityJet And Stobart Air Announce Aviation Partnership](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/stobart-air-operate-cityjets-cardiff-based-routes-1-december-2014/): Stobart Air To Operate CityJet’s Cardiff Based Routes From 1 December 2014 CityJet and Stobart Air have signed a partnership agreement, both airlines announced today.
- [Driver Agency Boss Critical Of Press, Politicians And Trade Associations Over Driver Shortages](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/driver-agency-boss-critical-press-politicians-trade-associations-driver-shortages/): ADR Network MD, Andrew Waldron has criticised recent press articles and statements from Trade Associations and Politicians as being; ‘misleading and largely un-helpful’ in attempts to solve the long term LGV driver shortage.
- [World’s Largest Aircraft Arrives In Yorkshire](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/worlds-largest-aircraft-arrives-yorkshire/): The world’s largest aircraft made a flying visit to Yorkshire as it flew into Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield on an operational cargo mission.
- [Volvo FL’s New Version Provides Up To 200 Kg Higher Payload](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-fls-version-200-kg-higher-payload/): The Volvo FL - Volvo Trucks specialist in city distribution - is about to become even more productive.
- [Euro VI Mercedes-Benz Ategoh Has High-Value Car Transportation Covered](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/euro-vi-mercedes-benz-ategoh-high-value-car-transportation-covered/): Customers trust Virginia Water Motor Company to transport their exotic and luxury cars with the utmost care – which helps to explain why the Surrey-based firm chooses Mercedes-Benz Trucks.
- [The Mobility of the Future Begins Now](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/mobility-future-begins/): Goodyear will begin testing its Air Maintenance Technology (AMT) for commercial vehicles on U.S. trucking fleets in the next few months.
- [Commute Times Increase As The UK’s Transport System Gets More Crowded](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/commute-times-increase-uks-transport-system-crowded/): The amount of time that commuters spend travelling to and from work has increased substantially over the past five years, according to a TUC analysis of official figures published today (Friday).
- [Arriva Transport Solutions Implements Telematics Solution To Make Patient Journeys Smoother](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/arriva-transport-solutions-implements-telematics-solution-patient-journeys-smoother/): In-vehicle unit prompts drivers when harsh driving events occur and software provides powerful reporting capabilities for operational managers to measure improvements.
- [Business Chiefs Urge Manifesto Commitments On Airports Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/business-chiefs-urge-manifesto-commitments-airports-expansion/): More than fifty senior business leaders from some of Britain’s top firms have called on the UK’s main political parties to offer manifesto commitments to make a quick decision on airports expansion once the Airports Commission makes its final recommendation after the General Election next summer.
- [HS2 Aims To Inspire Young Designers Of The Future](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/hs2-aims-inspire-young-designers-future/): Budding young engineers and designers will this week visit Birmingham where they can gain an understanding of the detailed design that underpins HS2.
- [Emirates Group Announces Half Year Performance](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/emirates-group-announces-year-performance/): The Emirates Group today announced its half-yearly results which show steady performance and growth, despite a challenging business environment marked by ongoing health pandemic concerns, regional conflicts, and weakening global markets.
- [Millers Oils Uses Lessons Learnt In Motorsport](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/millers-oils-uses-lessons-learnt-in-motorsport-to-cut-costs-for-fleet-operators/): British oil developer, Millers Oils, is expanding its CV range to meet industry demands for low-viscosity, energy efficient oils.
- [First Coach Operator To Receive CPT Workshop Accreditation](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/golden-boy-first-coach-operator-to-receive-cpt-workshop-accreditation/): The Accreditation, designed and launched in 2014 by CPT’s Engineering Committee with support from the Traffic Commissioners, assesses bus and coach operators’ workshops, as well as dealer workshops, against a series of in-depth engineering compliance and health & safety based procedures.
- [HRH The Princess Royal To Visit IFWLA Convention In Liverpool](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/hrh-the-princess-royal-to-visit-ifwla-convention-in-liverpool/): HRH The Princess Royal, Patron of Transaid, will visit the Annual Convention of the International Federation of Warehousing Logistics Associations (IFWLA) at the Town Hall in Liverpool, Merseyside on Tuesday 2 June 2015.
- [Ford & Telogis Expand Exclusive Partnership To Ford](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/ford-and-telogis-expand-exclusive-partnership-to-fords-commercial-customers-in-the-uk/): Ford Telematics powered by Telogis helps Ford customers run a safer, greener, more efficient mobile business.
- [First Battery, Cordless Carton Closer From Bostitch](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/worlds-first-battery-cordless-carton-closer-from-bostitch/): The new Bostitch cordless carton closer gives the convenience of working anywhere, anytime, and the performance, power and user-speed superior to any tape applicator.
- [CHEP Launches New Generation FLC1210 Container](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/chep-launches-new-generation-flc1210-container/): CHEP Automotive and Industrial Solutions, the global leader in container pooling solutions in the automotive supply chain, is launching a new generation foldable large container (FLC) with a 1200 x 1000mm footprint.
- [PayByPhone Parking App Now In Use In 7 Inner Boroughs](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/paybyphone-parking-app-now-in-use-in-7-inner-london-boroughs/): London’s mobile parking payment revolution continues as Kensington and Chelsea becomes the latest borough to sign up to PayByPhone Majority of Inner London councils have now rolled out PayByPhone – giving drivers the option of more convenient, mobile payments and bringing the mad dash to top up the meter a thing of the past The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea is the latest London borough to adopt PayByPhone as its cashless mobile parking provider, with a trial going live last month.
- [FBO RIGA Business Aviation Center At Riga Airport](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/fbo-riga-business-aviation-center-at-riga-airport-to-open-its-doors-in-august-2015/): Flight Consulting Group, the Latvian business aviation holding, proceeds to the final construction stage of the new state-of-art FBO RIGA Business Aviation Center at Riga International Airport.
- [Shipping 'Oscars' Held At National Maritime Museum](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/shipping-oscars-to-be-held-at-national-maritime-museum-greenwich/): Lloyd’s List is to hold its annual global shipping awards at Britain’s National Maritime Museum with two new awards up for grabs.
- [RHA Mobilises 2.1m Voters With ‘Pounds In Pockets’](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/rha-mobilises-2-1m-voters-with-pounds-in-pockets-manifesto/): The RHA called upon the 2.1m voters working in the road haulage and logistics industry to seek out political candidates who will support a 3ppl cut in fuel duty and specific recommendations to save the economy £14bn in congestion related costs.
- [Star Renewable Energy Shortlisted For Cleantech Award](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/star-renewable-energy-shortlisted-for-cleantech-award/): The Glasgow manufacturers responsible for the invention of the world’s largest zero carbon 90 0 C district heat pump has been selected for the award, with the chance of winning £20,000 to go towards the next project.
- [DHL Sees Direct To Market Approach For Life Science](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/dhl-sees-direct-to-market-approach-for-life-science-manufacturers-to-capture-a-larger-share-of-value/): DHL, the world’s leading logistics company, today launched its latest white paper showing that the healthcare industry is currently under siege, buffeted by a host of new market forces which are changing the business paradigm.
- [The Pink Link Proud To Support P4P6](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/the-pink-link-proud-to-support-p4p6/): The Pink Link Ltd is again delighted to announce that they are headline supporters of this year’s Huddersfield Town Pedal 4 Pounds 6 bike ride.
- [Jungheinrich Proves A Cunning Choice For Fox’s Pallets](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/jungheinrich-proves-a-cunning-choice-for-foxs-pallets/): Fox’s Pallets recently acquired three Jungheinrich DFG 316 forklift trucks.
- [Centriq Group Named In Top 50 Fastest Growing Companies In The North](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/centriq-group-named-in-top-50-fastest-growing-companies-in-the-north/): The Centriq Group is headquartered out of Blackpool and operates two companies providing improved management, visibility and process methods to the supply chain market; Voiteq*1 offers Voice-Directed Work solutions and Cirrus Logistics*2 provides improved decision support tools.
- [Isuzu UK Launch Fleet Centre Programme](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/isuzu-uk-launch-fleet-centre-programme/): As Isuzu UK continues to make in-roads into the fleet sector with its award winning D-Max pickup, the company has today announced the appointment of a network of dedicated fleet centres around the country.
- [Nottingham : UK’s First Fully-Electric Park & Ride Bus Service](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/nottingham-uks-fully-electric-park-ride-bus-service/): Nottingham will become home to the UK’s first all-electric Park & Ride bus service when 13 new vehicles boost the city’s electric bus fleet to 58.
- [Thousands Of Lives Will Be Lost In The Mediterranean](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/thousands-lives-lost-mediterranean-eu-governments-urgent-action-shipowner-groups-seafarer-unions/): European and global operators of merchant ships have joined forces with seafarers’ unions to urge EU Member States to take immediate collective action to address the growing humanitarian crisis in the Mediterranean Sea.
- [Ardmore Shipping Corporation Announces Four Newbuilding Deliveries](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/ardmore-shipping-corporation-announces-newbuilding-deliveries-at-httpotp-investis-comclientsusardmoreusnusnews-story-aspxcid670newsid28982sthash-jjkz2hat-dpuf/): Ardmore Shipping Corporation announced that it has taken delivery of four newbuilding MR product and chemical tankers in the first quarter of 2015.On January 6, 2015, the Company took delivery of the Ardmore Cherokee, a 25,215 deadweight tonne (“DWT”) Eco-design IMO 2 product and chemical tanker constructed at Fukuoka Dockyard in Japan.
- [P2P Mailing Named In 1000 Companies To Inspire Britain](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/p2p-mailing-named-in-list-of-1000-companies-to-inspire-britain/): P2P Group, the mailing and distribution solutions provider, has featured in the London Stock Exchange Group's (LSEG) 1000 Companies to Inspire Britain, a landmark report identifying the UK's most exciting and dynamic small and medium-sized businesses.
- [MAN Delivers For Ian Craig Haulage](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/man-delivers-for-ian-craig-haulage/): One of Scotland’s leading hauliers has taken delivery of four brand new MAN Euro 6 tractor units with LX cabs.
- [Woodland Media Takes A Bigger Bite Out Of The Big Apple](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/woodland-media-takes-a-bigger-bite-out-of-the-big-apple/): The Woodland Group's continued success in the publishing logistics sector has prompted a move to larger premises in New York.
- [TNT AGM Adopts 2014 Financial Statements](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tnt-agm-adopts-2014-financial-statements/): TNT Express N.V.
- [Meachers Global 3-Year Contract With Nexeo Solutions](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/meachers-global-logistics-land-three-year-contract-with-nexeo-solutions/): Meachers Global Logistics has signed a three-year supply chain management contract with Nexeo Solutions, a global leader in chemicals and plastics distribution.
- [Thatcher’s Armoured ‘Battle Bus’ Goes Up For Sale](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/thatchers-armoured-battle-bus-sale/): An armoured coach used by ‘Iron Lady’ Margaret Thatcher as her campaign ‘battle bus’ has been put up for sale as campaigning for next month’s General Election kicks into gear.
- [UKWA Networking Events: Don’t Miss Out!](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ukwa-networking-events-dont-out/): Registration is now open on ukwa.org.uk for a series of upcoming UKWA (United Kingdom Warehousing Association) events – each one being an important entry for the logistics diary.
- [UK’s First Dedicated Euro 6 Gas-Powered Tractor Unit](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/uks-dedicated-euro-6-gas-powered-tractor-unit-gasrec-stand-cv-show-2015/): Gasrec, Europe’s leading supplier of liquefied gas for road transport, has confirmed that the UK’s first dedicated Euro 6 gas-powered heavy goods vehicle, a Scania tractor unit which recently entered service with Argos and has already been trialled by a number of other leading retail and logistics companies will be displayed on the company’s stand at this year’s Commercial Vehicle Show, on 14-16 April at the NEC Birmingham.
- [FedEx And TNT Express Agree On Public Offer](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fedex-tnt-express-agree-recommended-all-cash-public-offer-tnt-express-shares/): FedEx Corporation (NYSE: FDX) (FedEx) and TNT Express N.V.
- [NATS And PACA Deliver Training And Knowledge Transfer Event For Omani Air Traffic Engineers](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/nats-paca-deliver-training-knowledge-transfer-event-omani-air-traffic-engineers/): One of the world’s leading air traffic management companies, NATS, recently hosted a series of interactive workshops in Oman in an effort to share industry best practice and the latest thinking in the field of air traffic engineering.
- [Volvo Car UK Launches Life Paint Initiative](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/volvo-car-uk-launches-life-paint-initiative-improve-cyclist-safety/): Volvo Car UK has launched the highly innovative Life Paint, a product aimed at increasing the visibility and safety of cyclists on the road.
- [IAG Cargo Transports Four South African White Rhinos To America As Part Of Conservation Project](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-transports-south-african-white-rhinos-america-part-conservation-project/): IAG Cargo today announced that it has successfully transported four white rhinos from Johannesburg to Miami as part of a conservation project designed to support the species’ survival.
- [Air Partner Enters Into Strategic Partnership With AirCargoGroup](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/air-partner-enters-strategic-partnership-aircargogroup/): Air Partner, a leading provider of air charter services to governments, corporates and high net worth individuals, has entered into a strategic partnership with AirCargoGroup (ACG), the Global Association of Leading Neutral Airfreight Wholesalers and Consolidators.
- [Stena Line Launches The World's First Methanol Ferry](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/stena-line-launches-worlds-methanol-ferry/): Sustainable sea transports demand new solutions.
- [First Tenant Announced At Port Salford](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/tenant-announced-port-salford/): Peel Ports Group has announced Culina Group as the first major tenant at their National Import Centre being developed on the multi-million pound Port Salford site - the UK’s first tri-modal inland port facility and Distribution Park, accessible by rail, road and short sea-shipping.
- [Rail Freight To Benefit From Northern Transport Strategy](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/rail-freight-benefit-northern-transport-strategy/): Rail Freight Group (RFG) welcomed the launch of a long term strategy for transport in the north, and the establishment of Transport for the North (TfN).
- [Carnival Corporation To Add Nine Cruise Ships To Its Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/carnival-corporation-add-cruise-ships-fleet/): Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world's largest travel and leisure company, today signed two strategic memorandums of agreement that will add a total of nine new cruise ships to the company's industry-leading fleet over a four-year period from 2019 - 2022.
- [Largest Shipment Of Stone In Ipswich](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/largest-shipment-stone-ipswich/): Associated British Ports’ Port of Ipswich has welcomed the largest shipment of stone in its history.
- [TNT Opens Healthcare Hub In The Netherlands](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/tnt-opens-healthcare-hub-netherlands/): Allowing next day deliveries of medical devices to 96% of Europe’s 16,000 hospitals.
- [Government Backs Green Fleets To Cut Emissions](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/government-backs-green-fleets-cut-emissions/): Transport Minister Baroness Kramer announces extension of electric van grant plus £4 million to help refuel gas-powered trucks.
- [HGV Levy On Foreign Hauliers Generates £44M](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/hgv-levy-foreign-hauliers-generates-44-million-year-operation/): Since 1 April 2014 the HGV levy has raised more than £44 million from foreign HGVs.
- [Dunlop TreadMax Premium Retread Truck Tyre Range Extended](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/dunlop-treadmax-premium-retread-truck-tyre-range-extended/): Four more top quality mold cure retreads available. Goodyear Dunlop introduces four new Dunlop TreadMax mold cure retreaded tyres to the market.
- [Air Partner Successfully Delivers Standby Power System To Madagascar And Prevents Blackout](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-partner-successfully-delivers-standby-power-system-madagascar-prevents-blackout/): Air Partner, working on behalf of Madauto, successfully helped to prevent a total power blackout in the Madagascan town of Toamasina by delivering a fully-integrated 7,500 kVA standby power system supplied by Cummins Power Generation (“Cummins”).
- [£275 Million To Improve Local Roads](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/275-million-improve-local-roads/): Twenty eight councils in England win funding for local infrastructure projects.
- [RHA Slams State Of Nation's Motorway Service Areas](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/rha-slams-state-nations-motorway-service-areas/): On BBC breakfast this morning the RHAs Chief Executive Richard Burnett stated that the nation’s motorway service areas (MSA) are ‘woefully’ poor and needed to be made an election issue.
- [Faster And More Reliable Trains Needed From New East Anglia Rail Operator To Support Stansted's Growth](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/faster-reliable-trains-needed-east-anglia-rail-operator-support-stansteds-growth/): London Stansted Airport is calling on the Government to use the new East Anglia rail franchise as an opportunity to adopt a joined-up approach to tackling rail and aviation capacity issues.
- [White & Company Make The Right Move With MAN](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/white-company-move-man/): White & Company Make The Right Move With MAN In a deal worth £332,000, national removal business, White & Company, has taken delivery of two top-specification Euro 6 MAN TGS 18.400 4x2 drawbar chassis.
- [TT Club Warns Baltic Ports To Protect Against Reputational Damage](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/tt-club-warns-baltic-ports-protect-reputational-damage/): Speaking during Baltic Transport Week in Gdansk this week Andrew Huxley, Development Director at freight transport insurance specialist TT Club, warned port and terminal operators to be aware of the reputational damage that can be a serious consequence of uninsured incidents resulting from avoidable risks It is estimated that for every unit cost incurred in insurance claims it can cost between eight and thirty-six times that amount in direct and indirect uninsured losses for the business involved*.
- [George Osborne Fails To Address Driver Shortage](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/george-osborne-fails-address-driver-shortage/): Chancellor George Osborne has failed to make a commitment to targeted funding for hauliers despite intensive lobbying by the Road Haulage Association and, with the current shortage of drivers standing 45,000, the industry remains in crisis.
- [Shell Doors And Platforms With All-Electric Drive Systems](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/tts-supply-shell-doors-platforms-all-electric-drive-systems-star-cruises-newbuilds/): TTS is to supply electric drive systems and shell doors for two new cruise ships built at the German shipyard Meyer Werft.
- [Woodland Oils The Wheels For Comma](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/woodland-oils-wheels-comma/): Global freight forwarder Woodland Group has inked a new three-year deal with automotive aftermarket supplier Comma after winning a contract to distribute lubricants, chemicals and ancillaries following a competitive tendering process.
- [DWC And Air Partner Announce The Successful Operation Of Ebola Cargo Relief Flight](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/dwc-air-partner-announce-successful-operation-ebola-cargo-relief-flight/): Delta World Charter (DWC) and Air Partner are proud of the support their aviation capabilities provided in the global fight against Ebola.
- [What Does The Budget Mean For The Haulage?](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/budget-haulage-motor-trade/): The Chancellor gave his pre election budget yesterday, with a few mentions towards the motor industry.
- [Technology - Innovations For Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/technology-innovations-logistics/): Achieving operational efficiency is key to the success of every logistics enterprise; whether for HGV or van fleets, and the 2015 Commercial Vehicle Show provides the perfect opportunity for commercial vehicle operators to evaluate a wide range of suppliers at one time and in one place.
- [IAG Cargo Leads European Carriers For e-AWB Penetration](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-leads-european-carriers-e-awb-penetration/): Boasting a 34% penetration, IAG Cargo now leads European carriers when it comes to e-AWB penetration and is fifth globally for volumes, as of January 2015.
- [Bridman Tankers Are First For ’15 Plate](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/bridman-tankers-15-plate/): MAN delivers tanker to Bridman Tankers Ltd in time to hit the road under the new registration.
- [Report Findings Show Heathrow Expansion Best Option For Regions](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/report-findings-show-heathrow-expansion-option-regions/): Heathrow Hub, the independent proposal to expand Heathrow by extending the northern runway, welcomes the findings of the National Connectivity Task Force report, published yesterday.
- [Peel Ports Fly The Flag For Liverpool As It Tops Award](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/peel-ports-fly-flag-liverpool-motors-top-business-award/): Thanks to a series of significant investments and a commitment to making a positive impact to the economy of the Liverpool City Region, Peel Ports Group scooped the top prize at the Mersey Maritime Awards.
- [Booming Business And Brand Loyalty Boosts MAN](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/booming-business-brand-loyalty-boosts-man/): Civil engineering giant turns to MAN Truck & Bus UK to meet demand for fleet expansion.
- [Air Quality & CO2 Benefits Of Natural Gas](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/gasrec-chairman-highlight-air-quality-co2-benefits-natural-gas-international-conference/): Patrick Mocatta, Chairman of Gasrec will address leaders of Europe’s natural gas transport industry on the benefits of using biomethane and natural gas to improve air quality and reduce CO2 emissions from heavy transport, at an international conference in Helsinki, Finland, on Tuesday 17 March.
- [Cargo Team Brew Up A Boost To Business At Yorkshire Airport](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/cargo-team-brew-boost-business-yorkshire-airport-2/): Two Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 777 cargo flights arrived in Yorkshire with a special cargo on board.
- [Driving ‘Green’ Efficiency At Boxes And Packaging](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/driving-green-efficiency-boxes-packaging-2/): Boxes and Packaging, the nationwide packaging company supplying businesses with environmentally friendly corrugated cardboard boxes and cartons, has upgraded the distribution fleet at its Merseyside site with two new DAF FA LF55.250 trucks from commercial vehicle hire and fleet management specialist, Prohire Plc.
- [UK Airports Response To Transport Select Committee Report On Smaller Airports](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/uk-airports-response-transport-select-committee-report-smaller-airports/): Responding to the publication of the Transport Select Committee report on Smaller Airports, Darren Caplan, Chief Executive of the Airport Operators Association (AOA), the trade association representing UK airports, said: “We wholeheartedly agree with the Committee’s assessment that smaller airports are key enablers of social and economic prosperity.
- [Geodis Marine Logistics Team To Attend Cruise Shipping Miami](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/geodis-marine-logistics-team-attend-cruise-shipping-miami/): GEODIS Freight Forwarding, the international transport division of the GEODIS group, will be attending the Cruise Shipping Miami conference and exhibition at the Miami Convention Center, Miami Beach, Florida from Monday, 16th to Thursday, 19th March 2015.
- [New eJob App To Enhance Goodyear Truck Tyre Service](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/ejob-app-enhance-goodyear-truck-tyre-service/): New digital innovation allows faster and more accurate tyre maintenance A brand new mobile app is being introduced by Goodyear to further increase the speed and quality of the service it offers to customers.
- [Vital Role Britain’s Railway And Its Staff Played In WW1](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/exhibition-telling-story-vital-role-britains-railway-staff-played-ww1-show-manchester-victoria-station/): Exhibition Telling The Story Of The Vital Role Britain’s Railway And Its Staff Played In WW1 On Show At Manchester Victoria Station The free exhibition uses original photographs, documents and historical facts to bring to life the achievements of the railway in helping to transport hundreds of thousands of troops and thousands of tonnes of equipment.
- [Solving The Driver Crisis Takes Centre Stage At FTA Summit](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/solving-driver-crisis-takes-centre-stage-fta-summit/): The Freight Transport Association’s (FTA) campaign to ‘Solve the Driver Crisis’ culminated in a one day Industry Summit held at the Ricoh Arena, Coventry today.
- [Euro 6 Gas Vehicles & Benefits Of ‘Running On Gas’](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/latest-euro-6-gas-powered-vehicles-benefits-running-gas-displayed-gasrec-dieselgas-commercial-vehicle-show-2015/): Latest Euro 6 Gas-Powered Vehicles And Benefits Of ‘Running On Gas’ To Be Displayed By Gasrec / DIESELGAS At Commercial Vehicle Show 2015 The very latest Euro 6 natural gas-powered vehicles along with the exceptional commercial and environmental benefits of ‘running on gas’ will be displayed on the Gasrec / DIESELGAS stand at this year’s Commercial Vehicle Show, which takes place from 14–16 April at the NEC Birmingham.
- [ISS Marks 100,000 Milestone With Maersk Tankers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/iss-marks-100000-milestone-maersk-tankers/): Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS), the world's leading maritime, cargo and supply chain solutions provider, has marked a major milestone with its 100,000th hub appointment for Maersk Tankers.
- [Moody Haulage Implements Telematics Across Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/moody-haulage-implements-telematics-improve-productivity-fleet/): Moody Haulage, a Northumberland-based logistics, storage and warehouse business, has improved productivity across its fleet, after deploying a telematics solution from Masternaut.
- [Quality Freight Set For Expansion After Signing New Lease](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/quality-freight-set-expansion-signing-lease/): A leading logistics and shipping company will roll out its growth plans after agreeing a long-term lease with Peel Ports.
- [Steve Porter Transport Win With Meachers Global](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/steve-porter-transport-group-announce-national-palletised-contract-win-meachers-global-logistics/): Steve Porter Transport Group has announced a new national palletised deal with Meachers Global Logistics.
- [Groundbreaking Train Factory Protected By CDS Security](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/groundbreaking-train-factory-protected-cds-security-fire-advanced/): Hitachi Rail Europe has specified industry-leading MxPro multiprotocol fire panels from Advanced to protect its new UK manufacturing facility in County Durham, the first brand new rail vehicle manufacturing facility to be built in the UK for over 100 years.
- [Goddess Chosen To Mark The New Way Ahead](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/goddess-chosen-mark/): Europa Worldwide has made a bold step with the launch of a new emblem, strapline and created dedicated divisions for its services.
- [IAG Cargo 2014 Full Year Results](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-2014-full-year-results/): IAG Cargo announced its 2014 full year results, reporting commercial revenue (flown revenue plus fuel surcharges) of €992m over the period from January 1 to December 31, 2014, a decrease of 7.5 per cent on 2013.
- [Royal Caribbean Cruises To Sell Splendour Of The Seas](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/royal-caribbean-cruises-ltd-sell-splendour-seas/): Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.
- [MAN Service Speaks For Itself With New Order](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/man-service-speaks-order/): Finance and availability add up to a good deal for firm replacing worn out vehicles.
- [Electric Train Between Liverpool Lime Street & Manchester Airport](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/journeys-electric-train-liverpool-lime-street-manchester-airport-station-morning/): The 0616 Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport service was the first train to use the newly electrified route following the completion of work by Network Rail.
- [Suttons Group Go With Goodyear](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/suttons-group-goodyear/): Goodyear’s momentum rolls into 2015 with latest fleet contract win.
- [Railway Between Leamington Spa And Banbury To Reopen](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-confirms-railway-leamington-spa-banbury-reopen-weeks-early-friday-13-march/): Network Rail Confirms Railway Between Leamington Spa And Banbury To Reopen Three Weeks Early On Friday 13 March The key route between Birmingham and London Marylebone and Birmingham, the Thames Valley, south coast and the port of Southampton is used by 130 passenger and freight trains a day.
- [Liverpool2 Powers On With Milestone Energy Project](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/liverpool2-powers-milestone-energy-project/): One of the largest private electricity connections in the UK over recent years, successfully took place last week [Friday 27 February 2015] at the Port of Liverpool, marking the end of a project which involved more than 200 people over three years.
- [MAN Only Plan For Replacement Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/man-plan-replacement-fleet/): Rental company buys ex-demonstrator and commits to MAN Bus & Truck UK and MAN Finance for a rolling programme of vehicle replacement.
- [Optimism Builds Among Transport Firms](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/optimism-builds-transport-firms-fifths-invest-2015/): MORE than a third of small and medium sized transport businesses say that trading conditions are improving, with two fifths saying that they will invest in their business during 2015.
- [Excel Laminating Expands All-Cat® Lift Truck Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/excel-laminating-expands-all-cat-lift-truck-fleet-impact-handling/): Excel Laminating has added a sixth Cat® lift truck to its operation, supplied by sole UK distributor Impact Handling, after seeing substantial fuel savings across its entire fleet.
- [Dräger Device : Approval For Roadside Drug Testing](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/drager-device-receives-home-office-approval-roadside-drug-testing/): International safety manufacturer, Dräger, has added to its portfolio of Home Office approved kit, after its drug detection equipment was given the green light for roadside drug testing yesterday.
- [UK Defence Club Announces Strong Renewal](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uk-defence-club-announces-strong-2015-renewal/): The UK Defence Club, the leading provider of FD&D (legal costs) insurance to the maritime industry, today announces its renewal results for 2015 following its renewal closure on 20th February 2015.
- [Christine Ourmières-Widener Is To Step Down As CEO Of CityJet.](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/christine-ourmieres-widener-step-ceo-cityjet/): Christine Ourmieres-Widener is to step down as CEO of CityJet. Ms.
- [Gasrec Urges Speedy Adoption Of New EU Agreement](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/gasrec-urges-speedy-adoption-eu-agreement-increased-weight-allowance-emission-technology-hgvs/): Gasrec, Europe’s leading supplier of liquefied gas fuel for transport, has welcomed the European Union’s latest compromise agreement with the European Parliament which will pave the way for an increase in weight for HGVs converting to run on gas, ensuring they maintain their full load carrying capacity.
- [Concentration Of Causes Of Claims In The Transport Industry](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tt-club-warns-concentration-claims-transport-industry/): The TT Club is alerting the supply chain industry globally to the stark fact that there is a persistence of claims in a handful of loss types.
- [Network Rail Spend £450m On Labour Suppliers](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-spend-450m-contingent-labour-suppliers-provide-workers-network/): The awards will see a strategic change in the number of suppliers from 57 to 20.
- [IAG Cargo Grows Network Through Strategic Partnership With Finnair Cargo](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-grows-network-strategic-partnership-finnair-cargo/): Finnish flag carrier the sixth cargo operator to joing IAG Cargo’s innovative Partner Plus programme.
- [Logistics Specialist Quality Freight Launches Community Fund](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/st-vincent-de-paul-backed-fund/): An Ellesmere Port shipping and logistics company has launched a fund to help support deserving causes in the area.
- [Transport Expert Calls For New Stansted Rail Line](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/transport-expert-calls-stansted-rail-line/): A leading transport expert has highlighted the significant benefits better rail links could bring for the millions of passengers travelling to and from Stansted Airport during a speech at the airport.
- [MAN Hits Bullseye With James Wade Sponsorship](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/man-hits-bullseye-james-wade-sponsorship-deal-2/): A leading truck manufacturer has propelled itself into big time darts by linking up with one of the sport’s biggest names.
- [Airedale Chemical Invests £500k In Its Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/airedale-chemical-invests-500k-distribution-fleet/): West Yorkshire-based chemical manufacturer, Airedale Chemical, has invested £500,000 in three new vehicles for its distribution fleet, placing the company in an even stronger position to deliver its own-manufactured chemicals across the UK, Northern Ireland and Europe.
- [Impact Handling Increases Heavy Truck Availability](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/impact-handling-increases-heavy-truck-availability/): Impact Handling is reinforcing its commitment to the heavy truck sector with the arrival of four Konecranes forklifts and a pair of MAFI terminal tractors in its 1,300-strong hire fleet.
- [MAN Provides Solution For Northampton Business](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/man-logistical-solution-northampton-business/): A leading machinery business was overjoyed when MAN Truck and Bus UK went above and beyond to help them prepare for a crucial roadshow.
- [Rhenus Leads The Way: Delivering Graduate Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/rhenus-leads-way-delivering-graduate-scheme-initiative/): Leading freight forwarder Rhenus Logistics has launched a new graduate programme as part of its ongoing investment in the UK.
- [Dealer Pentagon Wins Breakthrough AET Group Orders](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/mercedes-benz-dealer-pentagon-wins-breakthrough-aet-group-orders/): Twelve months ago the AET Group was not running a single Mercedes-Benz truck – today, tractor units bearing three-pointed stars are in service with three of its businesses.
- [Barley Boat Set To Be UK's Largest Ever Grain Shipments](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/barley-boat-set-uks-largest-grain-shipments-record-loading-port-tyne/): One of the largest shipments of grain to ever leave the UK is currently being loaded at the Port of Tyne (United Kingdom).
- [Pall-Ex Celebrates Milestone Anniversary For Haulage](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/pall-ex-celebrates-milestone-anniversary-haulage-partners/): Pall-Ex, the European palletised freight specialist, is celebrating the 40th anniversary of one of its growing members, which has moved to new premises to meet increasing demand.
- [Survey Reveals Need For Seafarer HIV & Wellbeing Action](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/survey-reveals-need-for-seafarer-hiv-and-wellbeing-action/): A survey released by the ITF (International Transport Workers’ Federation) today highlights the need for continuing work on HIV/AIDS and wellbeing among seafarers.
- [Crown Labels Jungheinrich TFG The Right Choice](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/crown-labels-jungheinrich-tfg-the-right-choice/): In May 2014, Crown Labels took delivery of a brand new Jungheinrich TFG 316, 1.6 tonne capacity gas-powered counterbalance forklift truck, on a 5-year contract hire agreement, having previously been a satisfied user of a used model from the leading lift truck manufacturer.
- [CML Expands As Demand For Its Services Increase](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/cml-expands-as-demand-for-its-services-increase/): A leading logistics company has expanded in order to meet client demand with additional warehousing services at Magna Park in Lutterworth - one of Europe’s leading logistics and distribution centres.
- [FTA Announces 2015 LCRS Awards Winners](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/fta-announces-2015-lcrs-awards-winners/): The winners of the 2015 Logistics Carbon Reduction Scheme (LCRS) Awards were announced on Wednesday 13 May at the Freight Transport Association’s Logistics Carbon Reduction Conference.
- [Volga-Dnepr Races Aid To Nepal Earthquake Victims](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/volga-dnepr-races-aid-to-nepal-earthquake-victims/): Volga-Dnepr has delivered 45 tons of humanitarian cargo on behalf of the Norwegian Red Cross to help earthquake victims in Nepal.
- [New Hazard Awareness Competition For Seafarers](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/the-standard-club-and-ics-launch-new-hazard-awareness-competition-for-seafarers/): In an initiative to raise awareness of potential hazards at sea, The Standard Club and the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) have joined forces to launch a ‘Spot the Hazard’ competition open to any seafarer worldwide.
- [Gist and Marks & Spencer Agree Landmark Contract](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/gist-and-marks-spencer-agree-landmark-supply-chain-contract/): This new agreement sees the continuation of a highly successful and historic partnership between the two businesses, with the first year of the contract estimated to be worth circa £300m.
- [Masternaut Appoints Dhruv S. Parekh As CEO](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/masternaut-appoints-dhruv-s-parekh-as-chief-executive-officer/): Dhruv S. Parekh has joined Masternaut, a leading pan-European provider of fleet telematics solutions, as Chief Executive Officer.
- [Arco Demonstrates Training And Consultancy Services At Safety And Health Expo](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/arco-demonstrates-training-and-consultancy-services-at-safety-and-health-expo/): At this year’s Safety and Health Expo (ExCel, 16-18 June – stand M2255), Arco, the UK’s leading safety company, will showcase its expertise and offerings as a provider of training, consultancy and site services across four areas: Mortal Risk, Industrial Occupational Hygiene and Health, Hazard Control and Safety Competence.
- [Jungheinrich UK Achieves Investors In People Accreditation For Third Time](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/jungheinrich-uk-achieves-investors-in-people-accreditation-for-third-time/): For the third time running, Jungheinrich UK has achieved accreditation to the highly prestigious Investors in People standard – a management framework for driving high performance through people.
- [Volvo Trucks & Eddie Stobart : Charity Mile Truck Pull](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-trucks-and-eddie-stobart-aim-for-world-record-charity-one-mile-truck-pull/): Britain’s most famous and media-friendly haulier Eddie Stobart has pledged to supply two top-of-the-range Volvo FH tractor units for the 11 teams of competitors taking part in the Guinness World Record Charity Truck Pull Challenge in Stroud on Bank Holiday Sunday 24th May 2015.
- [UPS Opens Healthcare And Life-Sciences Center](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/ups-opens-healthcare-and-life-sciences-center-at-amsterdam-airport-schiphol/): UPS today announced the expansion of its temperature-controlled supply chain capabilities in Europe with the opening of a healthcare-dedicated air freight forwarding facility at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Netherlands.
- [Network Rail Responds To RMT Ballot Result](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-responds-to-rmt-ballot-result/): Commenting on today's RMT ballot results, Mark Carne, Network Rail chief executive, said: "The railways are a vital public service and industrial action would have a massive impact on millions of passengers as well as freight distribution across Britain.
- [Volvo’s First Electric Bus Now On The Roads Of Gothenburg](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/volvos-first-electric-bus-now-on-the-roads-of-gothenburg/): Quiet, exhaust-free and passenger-friendly. Volvo Buses’ new electric bus is now being tested for the first time in regular traffic in Gothenburg.
- [Port Of Hull Thanks To £3million Lock Gate Investment](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/a-more-resilient-future-for-port-of-hull-thanks-to-3million-lock-gate-investment/): Following a £5 million project to replace the inner and outer gates at Grimsby’s Royal Dock, the Port of Hull has now seen the replacement of a set of gates at King George Dock.
- [Romex Achieves Highly Recommended Status](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/romex-driver-protection-application-achieves-highly-recommended-status-under-trls-new-in-vehicle-safety-system-evaluation-protocol/): Based on many years’ experience in undertaking tests of both driver distraction and the performance of in-vehicle information systems, TRL has developed a protocol for the evaluation of in-vehicle systems designed to provide a safety benefit.
- [Microlise Driver Of The Year Awards 2015](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/microlise-driver-of-the-year-awards-2015-shortlist-announced/): 15 HGV drivers from companies including: Agrii, Bidvest 3663, Birchall Foodservice, Brocklesby Logistics, Carlsberg, CEVA, Chamberlain Transport, Culina, Mitchell’s, Samworth Brothers, Synergy, and W M Armstrong have been named as finalists in the inaugural Microlise Driver of the Year Awards.
- [FTA Urges Cameron To Give Logistics The Attention](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-urges-cameron-to-give-logistics-the-attention-it-deserves/): The Freight Transport Association is urging David Cameron and his new Government to recognise the importance of logistics, which is crucial to keeping the people of Britain supplied with the essential goods they need, adding that to overlook its needs would be failing the industry and the economy.
- [ŠKODA Wins Fleet Contract With ECG Facilities Services](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/skoda-wins-new-fleet-contract-with-ecg-facilities-services/): One of the UK’s leading facilities management companies, ECG Facilities Services, has become the latest business to choose ŠKODA for its fleet by ordering a total of 51 Octavias and Superbs.
- [Specialist Warehouse Biomass Heater Launched By Rural Energy](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/specialist-warehouse-biomass-heater-launched-by-rural-energy/): Leading biomass heating specialists Rural Energy has launched the AIRMatic Biomass Space Heater – an innovative new compact solution that packs a big punch, ideal for warehouses and large industrial units.
- [UNECE & IATA Strengthen Cooperation for Trade](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/unece-and-iata-strengthen-cooperation-for-trade-facilitation-implementation/): The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen their support to developing countries seeking to implement the World Trade Organization (WTO) Trade Facilitation Agreement.
- [Royal Caribbean Orders Fourth Quantum-Class Vessel](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/royal-caribbean-orders-fourth-quantum-class-vessel/): Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.
- [New Team At The Top For The Guild Of British Coach Operators](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/new-team-at-the-top-for-the-guild-of-british-coach-operators/): The Guild of British Coach Operators has a new top team with the election of Richard Grey as Chairman and Andrew Richmond as Vice Chairman at the recent AGM held in Coventry.
- [First For Edwards At UK Coach Awards](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/first-for-edwards-at-uk-coach-awards/): Edwards Coaches scooped yet another award at the UK Coach Awards – Top Large Fleet Operator 2015.
- [Downton Invests £500k In Trailer Telematics](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/downton-invests-500k-in-trailer-telematics/): Leading logistics company C M Downton has invested £500,000 in the efficiency of its operations with new tracking and management systems for its recently expanded fleet of trucks and trailers.
- [PM Must Invest In Road Haulage Says RHA](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/pm-must-invest-in-road-haulage-says-rha/): The RHA is delighted that the next administration will be a majority government.
- [Renault Trucks & Rave Deliver Fleet Of Biodiesel Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/renault-trucks-and-rave-deliver-fleet-of-biodiesel-vehicles-to-airbus/): Renault Trucks and the Rave group presented Airbus with the keys to their new fleet of six Euro 6 Biodiesel vehicles on Tuesday 5 May.
- [Unipart Announce Decade-best Profits](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/unipart-announce-decade-best-profits/): Unipart Group, one of Europe’s leading manufacturing, logistics and consulting businesses, has announced increased profit in its financial results for the year ended 31st December 2014.
- [Travis Perkins Plc And CHEP Set To Modernise Supply Chain](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/travis-perkins-plc-and-chep-set-to-modernise-supply-chain/): Travis Perkins plc, one of the largest suppliers to the UK building and construction business, has signed a landmark five-year contract with CHEP, the world’s leading provider of pallet and container pooling solutions, which will significantly modernise the supply chain of the construction industry in the UK.
- [Mitsubishi Motors UK Breaks Its Own Sales Records](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/mitsubishi-motors-uk-breaks-its-own-sales-records/): Mitsubishi Motors (UK) is building its strongest passenger car sales platform since the company began in March 1974.
- [Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Increases Commitment](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/fred-olsen-cruise-lines-increases-its-commitment-to-newcastle/): Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has made the strategic decision to base its 1,350-guest flagship, Balmoral, in Newcastle for the first time ever, from May to August 2016.
- [Michelin buys Blackcircles.com for £50 million](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/michelin-buys-blackcircles-com-for-50-million/): Michelin today announced the acquisition of Blackcircles.com, the number one Internet tyre sales company in the United Kingdom, for a sum of £50 million.
- [KION Group Acquires Handling Automation Division](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/kion-group-acquires-handling-automation-division-of-automation-specialist-egemin-group/): The KION Group has signed an agreement with the Belgian automation specialist Egemin Group to purchase its Handling Automation division for an enterprise value of approximately EUR 72 million.
- [Blue Arrow’s ‘Drive with Pride’](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/blue-arrows-drive-with-pride/): Blue Arrow, one of the UK’s largest recruiters of lorry drivers, has just released a petition aimed at the Department for Transport.
- [Woman Singled out at FTA everywoman](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/freight-md-jenny-hooper-singled-out-in-the-fta-everywoman-in-transport-logistics-awards/): Entrepreneur and international freight specialist Jenny Hooper, Managing Director of Nuneaton-based Independent Freight Solutions Ltd, has been singled out as a finalist in the 2015 FTA everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards.
- [Sky’s The Limit For Security Doors](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/skys-the-limit-for-security-doors/): Security Doors, a division of ASSA ABLOY UK, has successfully completed a £5m design, supply and installation of Powershield steel doors to the new Terminal 2A at Heathrow Airport.
- [Bombardier to Supply Automated People Mover System](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/bombardier-to-supply-automated-people-mover-system-to-chicago-airport/): Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation has been awarded a contract to supply an INNOVIA APM 256 automated people mover (APM) system with 36 vehicles to the Chicago O’Hare International Airport for the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) together with Parsons Construction Group, (a subsidiary of Parsons Corporation), who is prime contractor.
- [ABP Marking 70 Year Anniversary Since End WW2](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/abp-marking-70-year-anniversary-since-the-end-of-the-second-world-war/): ABP is supporting the Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s (MCA) initiative for Victory in Europe Day by encouraging vessels to sound their horns in honour of the 70 year anniversary of the end of the Second World War.
- [IFOY 2015 Award Winners Announced](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/ifoy-2015-award-winners-announced/): The names of the winners of the International Forklift Truck of the Year (IFOY) Award 2015 were, as always, a well-kept secret.
- [Hyung Cheong Kim Appointed As President And CEO](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/hyung-cheong-kim-appointed-as-president-and-ceo-at-hyundai-motor-europe/): Mr Hyung Cheong Kim has been appointed as President and CEO of Hyundai Motor Europe, responsible for the company's business vision, leading the management team at the European headquarters, and overseeing performance in the 30 countries in the region's network.
- [Allport Cargo Services Names Charles Mcgurin As CEO](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/allport-cargo-services-names-charles-mcgurin-as-chief-executive-officer/): Freight forwarding company and international logistics operator, Allport Cargo Services (ACS), has announced that its incumbent Managing Director, Charles McGurin, will become Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with immediate effect.
- [O’Donovan Waste Disposal MD Wins Coveted IoD Award](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/odonovan-waste-disposal-md-wins-coveted-iod-award/): Jacqueline O’Donovan, managing director of London’s leading waste management company, O’Donovan Waste Disposal, has won the prestigious Institute of Directors (IoD) Family Business Director of the Year award.
- [Unlocking The Unknown](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/unlocking-the-unknown/): Novel technology from product design and development firm Cambridge Consultants is set to transform the world of car hire.
- [Wizz Air Announces Cadet Pilot Program From September 2015](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/wizz-air-announces-cadet-pilot-program-from-september-2015/): Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today announced a new 5-year partnership agreement with two quality Flight Training organizations for the provision of cadet pilots to the airline.
- [Hyster Enhances Reachstacker Increasing Container Volumes](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/hyster-enhances-reachstacker-for-increasing-container-volumes/): Following a record year for the Hyster® ReachStacker production line, Hyster has made more upgrades to help further reduce lifetime costs, while giving maximum reliability for ports and terminals experiencing increased container throughput.
- [Bibby Distribution Slashes Carbon Footprint For Tayto](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/bibby-distribution-slashes-carbon-footprint-for-tayto-with-virtual-warehouse-system/): Snack manufacturer Tayto expects to take up to 250 tonnes of CO2 emissions out of its supply chain by July 2015, thanks to a pioneering ‘virtual warehouse’ system developed jointly by Bibby Distribution and Tayto’s Supply Chain & Commercial Teams.
- [Safe Loading Pass Scheme – Setting Higher Standards](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/safe-loading-pass-scheme-setting-higher-standards/): A new Safe Loading Pass Scheme has been launched today by UK Petroleum Industry Association (UKPIA), and is to be managed by the Freight Transport Association (FTA).
- [Hyundai Fleet Growth Outpaces Buoyant Market](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/hyundai-fleet-growth-outpaces-buoyant-market/): Hyundai Motor UK today announced significant growth in true fleet sales at a rate that outpaced the market.
- [American Airlines Named Cargo Airline of the Year](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/american-airlines-named-cargo-airline-of-the-year/): Industry publication Air Cargo News honored American Airlines with the Cargo Airline of the Year for 2015 award at a gala event in London on April 25.
- [Peel Ports Recruits For First UK-Wide Apprenticeship Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/peel-ports-looks-for-new-recruits-for-first-uk-wide-apprenticeship-scheme/): Peel Ports has launched a new UK-wide apprenticeship programme as it announces plans to take on five new apprentice recruits at the Port of Liverpool.
- [Simarco Slashes Fuel Costs With Mitsubishi](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/simarco-slashes-fuel-costs-with-mitsubishi/): Simarco, one of the UK’s leading independent freight firms, expects to use significantly less fuel after switching to Mitsubishi GRENDiA forklifts.
- [Meachers Land Contract With Nexeo](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/meachers-land-contract-with-nexeo/): Meachers Global Logistics has signed a three-year supply chain management contract with Nexeo Solutions, a global leader in chemicals and plastics distribution.
- [Bendi Win Big at FLTA Awards for Excellence](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/bendi-win-big-at-flta-awards/): Bendi once again took centre stage at the FLTA Awards for Excellence, with the Bendi Order Picker winning the prestigious Innovation Award.
- [IMHX 2016 Predicted As Biggest Ever](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/imhx-2016-predicted-as-biggest-ever/): IMHX 2016, the essential intralogistics event for supply chain professionals, now has over 250 exhibitors booked – over a year before it takes place.
- [SRC Aggregates Mix It Up With MAN](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/src-aggregates-mix-it-up-with-man/): A thriving aggregates firm specialising in the building of agricultural reservoirs has invested £260,000 in MAN vehicles to support its expanding business.
- [Air Partner & Aid Agencies : Wake Of Earthquake In Nepal](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-partner-working-with-aid-agencies-in-the-wake-of-devastating-earthquake-in-nepal/): Air Partner, a leading provider of air charter services to governments, corporates and high net worth individuals, has received a large number of aircraft charter enquiries following the earthquake in Nepal on 25 April 2015.
- [IFWLA Announce Top Quality Speaker Programme](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ifwla-announce-top-quality-speaker-programme/): Delegates at the forthcoming International Federation of Warehousing & Logistics Associations (IFWLA) conference will hear presentations by key executives representing some of the most significant companies operating in the UK’s retail, logistics and manufacturing sectors.
- [Volvo Trucks ‘Perfect Fit’ For Camden Group](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-trucks-perfect-fit-for-camden-group/): Camden Group, one of the UK and Ireland’s leading manufacturers and suppliers of PVCu products, has recently taken delivery of a number of Volvo FH 4x2 trucks from Northern Ireland Volvo dealer, Dennison Commercials.
- [Stobart Group Launch Jockeys’ Fleet Of Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/stobart-group-launch-jockeys-fleet-of-trucks-to-support-flat-championship/): Stobart Group, who recently announced their sponsorship of the 2015 Flat Jockeys’ Championship, unveiled a 10-strong fleet of their signature trucks all featuring imagery of leading lights from the Weighing Room in an initiative that will not only further strengthen the position of Stobart Group as a brand synonymous with horseracing, but will also promote jockeys and the sport up and down the country.
- [Design & Display Company Has The ‘Edge’ On Growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/west-yorkshire-creative-design-and-display-company-has-the-edge-on-business-growth/): A West Yorkshire creative design and display company has doubled its team to over 40 in the year that sees turnover increase by 133% to £3.5million.
- [Hope Launch Search For 30 HGV Drivers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/hope-launch-search-for-30-hgv-drivers/): Thirty HGV drivers are sought by Britain’s leading independent concrete and aggregates producer, Hope Construction Materials, to operate the company’s new fleet of Renault trucks.
- [‘Beware The Big Ship Hype’ Says TT Club](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/beware-the-big-ship-hype-says-tt-club/): TT Club’s Phillip Emmanuel (pictured) has put into perspective some of the sensationalism surrounding the recent growth trend in container ships.
- [Record Breaking Year For Port Of Dover](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/record-breaking-year-for-port-of-dover/): The Port of Dover has just delivered a record year with over 2.4 million freight vehicles handling goods worth an estimated £100 billion on behalf of UK plc.
- [Network Rail’s Phil Bennett Celebrates “New Philosophy](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rails-phil-bennett-celebrates-new-philosophy-enabled-by-nec3-at-packed-nec-users-group-annual-seminar/): “The decision to adopt NEC3 marked the start of a new chapter for Network Rail, based on a spirit of mutual trust and co-operation,” Phil Bennett, Network Rail’s Finance and Commercial Director for Infrastructure Projects (Southern Region) told an audience at this year’s NEC Users’ Group Seminar on Monday.
- [Kingsway Tyres Treads A Path To Bedfordshire](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/kingsway-tyres-treads-a-path-to-bedfordshire/): One of the most reputable garage chains in the UK has opened its first depot in Bedfordshire as part of its expansion plans, offering a full range of automotive support for vehicles of all sizes and creating four new jobs in the process.
- [Volvo Provides The ‘Wow’ Factor For Hollinshead Coaches](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/volvo-provides-the-wow-factor-for-hollinshead-coaches/): One of the UK’s leading independent coach companies, Hollinshead Coaches, has taken delivery of a new Volvo B11R 9700 tri-axle as the latest addition to its fleet.
- [Dealer Award Winners Recognised](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/dealer-award-winners-recognised/): MAN Truck & Bus UK recognises business success at conference.
- [Gold for KNAPP At The IntraLogistics Awards](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/gold-for-knapp-at-the-intralogistics-awards/): KNAPP UK has scooped yet another award for the solution it supplied to John Lewis.
- [World Trade Unions Hold Tuna Giant To Account At Belgian Expo](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/world-trade-unions-hold-tuna-giant-to-account-at-belgian-expo/): Global union federations the IUF and ITF, assisted by Belgian trade unions, yesterday used the Brussels Seafood Expo to spotlight human rights abuses by Philippines’ tuna giant Citra Mina.
- [NOVUS Students Get To Work](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/novus-students-get-to-work/): NOVUS companies and University of Huddersfield staff have been busy matching second year students with opportunities for their sandwich placements starting this summer.
- [British Car Output Growth Hits All-Time High](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/british-car-output-grows-in-march-as-productivity-hits-all-time-high/): Stable March for car manufacturing with overall production volumes up 1.9%.
- [Petrotechnics Improve Safety & Operational Performance](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-selects-petrotechnics-to-improve-safety-and-operational-performance/): Petrotechnics, the leading provider of Proscient, the enterprise operations excellence management solutions for hazardous industries, announces a national contract with Network Rail.
- [DFDS Seaways Welcomes Malo Seaways To Calais Service](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/dfds-seaways-welcomes-malo-seaways-to-calais-service/): Award-winning ferry operator, DFDS Seaways, has welcomed Malo Seaways to its Dover-Calais service.
- [Barriers With Brainpower](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/barriers-with-brainpower/): For a facility to function at its most efficient, the strategic placement of fit-for-purpose barriers is essential Warehouse managers, facility advisors, factory administrators; they’re so sophisticated these days.
- [One In Six Business Drivers Feel Invincible When Driving](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/one-in-six-business-drivers-feel-invincible-when-driving/): Despite 86% of fleets experiencing collisions in the past 12-months, an alarming number of drivers are still driving without consideration for their safety One in six (16%) business drivers feel invincible when driving, claiming that they never consider their safety to be at risk, according to research from Masternaut, a pan-European provider of fleet telematics solutions.
- [Introducing International Features, Sustainable Innovation](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/rwm-2015-introducing-new-features-to-showcase-international-sustainable-innovation/): A host of exciting new features are set to attract the highest cross-sector attendance at the international showcase of recycling innovation, RWM 2015.
- [Racers Get To Grips With Goodyear Truck Race Tyres](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/truck-racers-set-to-get-to-grips-with-goodyear-truck-race-tyres/): Goodyear enters its 11th year supporting the FIA European Truck Racing Championship.
- [Yodel Delivers A Quarter Of A Million, World Book Night](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/yodel-delivers-a-quarter-of-a-million-books-for-world-book-night/): Over 250,000 books have been delivered to every corner of the UK and Ireland by parcel carrier Yodel, to help ignite the nation’s love for reading as part of World Book Night, (Thursday 23 April).
- [IAG Cargo Opens Two New Constant Climate Stations](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-opens-two-new-constant-climate-stations-in-latin-america/): Pharmaceutical air cargo network grows to 105 stations worldwide.
- [Martin Lundstedt : President And CEO Of Volvo Group](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/martin-lundstedt-appointed-new-president-and-ceo-of-the-volvo-group/): The Board of Directors of AB Volvo has decided to appoint Martin Lundstedt (47) as the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Volvo Group – replacing Olof Persson, who steps down with immediate effect.
- [Alloy Bodies Invest In Weigh Pads To Ensure Vehicle Conformity](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/alloy-bodies-invest-in-weigh-pads-to-ensure-vehicle-conformity/): One of the UK’s largest commercial vehicle body builders, Alloy Bodies Ltd, Manchester, has invested in APOLLO PT300 portable weigh pads from Vehicle Weighing Solutions Ltd (VWS) to ensure its vehicles are not overloaded.
- [Port Of Tyne Wins Leading Logistics Award](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/port-of-tyne-wins-leading-logistics-award/): The Port of Tyne is celebrating 100 not out after its logistics team delivered every single job bang on time for one of its biggest customers.
- [Venson Invests In Its Management Team](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/venson-invests-in-its-management-team/): Venson Automotive Solutions continues to focus on the quality of its customer management team, with the appointment of Samantha Reynolds (pictured) and James Sherlock.
- [Bridgestone Excited By CV Show Possibilities](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bridgestone-excited-by-cv-show-possibilities/): Bridgestone believes its decision to create such a high profile presence at this year’s CV Show will result in a significant return on investment, with a number of new business opportunities presenting themselves at the NEC.
- [Paid Placement On Offer At Lutterworth Logistics Firm](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/paid-placement-on-offer-at-lutterworth-logistics-firm/): A leading logistics company is offering a year long paid placement for an undergraduate within their international freight department as a part of an overall expansion plan.
- [Hit Rail & Raildata Cooperate On Enhancing Services](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/hit-rail-and-raildata-agree-on-cooperation-enhancing-services-to-railway-freight-users/): Hit Rail b.v. and Raildata, two of Europe’s leading railway organisations in the promotion of interoperability and cooperation between railways across borders, have signed a new agreement that will see them work more closely together to promote existing services and combine their services to offer enhanced benefits to their users.
- [Thermo King Units Reduce Global Warming](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/thermo-king-trailer-refrigeration-units-that-reduce-global-warming/): Thermo King a manufacturer of transport temperature control solutions for a variety of mobile applications and a brand of Ingersoll Rand, announced today that its SLXe trailer refrigeration units, are available with the next generation refrigerant, R-452A, in Europe.
- [Movex Marks Strong Start With Record Vehicle Movements](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/movex-marks-strong-start-to-2015-with-record-vehicle-movements-in-march/): Movex celebrated a record-breaking finish to Q1 in March, as the money-saving vehicle movement platform produced all-time high movements and savings for dealers across the UK.
- [Norbert Dentressangle Invests In Depot Network](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/norbert-dentressangle-invests-in-depot-network/): Norbert Dentressangle is expanding its Bury St Edmunds distribution centre to incorporate a local platform for its Specialist Services operation, which makes non-standard deliveries of high value, fragile, bulky or time sensitive consignments.
- [Unipart Gets Top Marks In Responsible Business Index](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/unipart-gets-top-marks-in-responsible-business-index/): Unipart Group, one of Europe’s leading private manufacturing, logistics and consultancy companies, is one of only a handful of companies to receive a five star rating in the Business in the Community 2015 Corporate Responsibility Index - the UK’s leading benchmark of responsible business.
- [Bio-Bus Set For Number 2 Service](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/bio-bus-set-for-number-2-service/): The UK’s first ever bus to run on gas generated from human and inedible food waste is to be used regularly in service in Bristol from 25 March 2015 after First West of England agreed to operate the vehicle.
- [New 'Exit Checks' At Ferry Ports Cause Concerns For Operators](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/new-exit-checks-at-ferry-ports-cause-concerns-for-operators/): Under the Home Office’s 'exit check' scheme, introduced this week, passengers leaving the UK by ferry for the Continent will now be subject to a passport check, carried out by the ferry operator.
- [Victoria Cross Delivers £25,000 For Royal British Legion](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/southeasterns-victoria-cross-train-delivers-25000-for-royal-british-legion/): A Southeastern train dubbed ‘The Victoria Cross’ has made a special stop at London St Pancras International to deliver over £25,000 for the Royal British Legion.
- [Terminal 5’s First Ever Independent Lounge Opens](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/terminal-5s-first-ever-independent-lounge-opens/): Heathrow announced today the appointment of Terminal 5’s first independent lounge.
- [British International Freight Association Adds Consultant](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/bifa-adds-consultant/): The British International Freight Association (BIFA) – has engaged Paul Newman in a consultancy role for the trade association’s London East and South East region.
- [Airporter Selects Masternaut To Help Improve Satisfaction](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/airporter-selects-masternaut-to-help-improve-customer-satisfaction-and-driver-behaviour/): Airporter, a leading private sector airport transfer organisation, is implementing Masternaut’s powerful fleet management solution to provide real-time vehicle tracking, increase passenger safety, and deliver fuel efficiency savings.
- [Arriva Sapphire Sparkles In Yorkshire](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/arriva-sapphire-sparkles-in-yorkshire/): Local bus company Arriva Yorkshire is pleased to announce the launch of Yorkshire’s first ever Sapphire service.
- [Farmfoods Eco-Friendly Refrigeration Solution](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/farmfoods-new-distribution-centre-uses-eco-friendly-refrigeration-solution/): Frozen food specialist Farmfoods has chosen cooling expert Star Refrigeration to deliver an environmentally conscious refrigeration package using zero carbon ammonia at their brand new facility in Bristol.
- [Citysprint Acquisition Of Crisis Courier Solutions](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/citysprint-expands-with-acquisition-of-northampton-courier-firm-crisis-courier-solutions/): CitySprint, the UK’s largest same day distribution company, today announces that it has acquired Northampton same day courier firm Crisis Courier Solutions Ltd.
- [Maritime Features At The CV Show 2015](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/maritime-features-at-the-cv-show-2015/): Maritime Transport Ltd (Maritime) has teamed up with trailer manufacturer, Lawrence David , at this year’s Commercial Vehicle show, to take a prime position at the NEC Birmingham.
- [Truck Driver Crisis As Youngsters Shun Industry](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/truck-driver-crisis-as-youngsters-shun-industry/): The UK’s haulage industry is facing the biggest crisis in its history as it fails to attract young people into the sector, according to a leading truck manufacturer.
- [HUBER+SUHNER : Bombardier Awards TWINDEXX Contract](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/major-project-for-hubersuhner-bombardier-awards-twindexx-contract/): Following a successful pilot series, HUBER+SUHNER has now officially been awarded the contract to provide the cabling for a total of 59 TWINDEXX Swiss Express double-deck trains with 436 carriages.
- [Orwell Bulk Terminal Officially Opened In Ipswich](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/orwell-bulk-terminal-officially-opened-in-ipswich/): A new £2.2 million dry bulk warehouse terminal, which will provide state-of-the-art facilities to Associated British Ports’ (ABP) customers, has been officially opened by Ben Gummer MP at the Port of Ipswich.
- [Torque Teams Up With New Brand Yawn](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/torque-teams-up-with-new-brand-yawn/): Leading end-to-end logistics services provider Torque, which has sites in Leeds, Bradford and Wakefield employing over 700 people, has taken steps to further establish itself as a truly innovative company by partnering with new brand Yawn.
- [World’s First Battery, Cordless Carton Closer From Bostitch](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/worlds-first-battery-cordless-carton-closer-from-bostitch-2/): The new Bostitch cordless carton closer gives the convenience of working anywhere, anytime, and the performance, power and user-speed superior to any tape applicator.
- [TT Club Calls For ‘Utmost Good Faith'](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/tt-club-calls-for-utmost-good-faith-in-the-container-supply-chain/): As a leading provider of liability, property and cargo insurance to the global freight industry, TT Club has long championed a variety of measures designed to increase safety throughout the container supply chain.
- [FTA Urges Drivers To Be Aware Of Dartford Tunnel Changes](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fta-urges-drivers-to-be-aware-of-dartford-tunnel-changes/): The Freight Transport Association (FTA) is urging members to make their drivers aware of changes to the Dartford Tunnel approach that come into force the previous weekend.
- [GKN Develops All-New Flywheel Hybrid System For Audi Sport](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/gkn-develops-all-new-flywheel-hybrid-system-for-audi-sport/): GKN Hybrid Power’s Gyrodrive flywheel hybrid energy storage system has helped power the hybrid Audi R18 e-tron quattro to third place at the Le Mans 24 Hours, the fourth consecutive podium result for the technology with Audi Sport.
- [Success For Woods Travel Ltd At National Tourism Awards](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/success-for-woods-travel-ltd-at-national-tourism-awards/): Woods has beaten off competition from coach tour operators from across the UK to win two major tourism awards at the National Coach Tourism Awards 2015.
- [Motor Industry Recognised In Queen’s Birthday Honours](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/motor-industry-recognised-in-queens-birthday-honours/): SMMT’s Communications Manager, Janet Wilkinson, has been awarded an MBE for services to the Motor Industry and Charity in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List for 2015.
- [Qualification Launched For Thriving Automotive Finance](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/new-qualification-launched-for-thriving-automotive-finance-industry/): The Certificate for Automotive Finance Specialists (CertAutoFS), a new level 3 qualification, has been launched for finance professionals working in the automotive industry.
- [DAF Unveils Future Truck Chassis Concept (FTCC)](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/daf-unveils-future-truck-chassis-concept-ftcc/): With a vision to further increasing transport efficiency, DAF has built a prototype distribution truck with a significantly lower kerb weight.
- [FTA Stresses Importance Of Rail Freight](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/fta-stresses-importance-of-rail-freight/): The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has stressed the importance of rail freight following today’s publication of the Office of Rail and Road’s (ORR) performance review.
- [SEGRO Signs Four New Customer Leases At Metropolitan Park](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/segro-signs-four-new-customer-leases-at-metropolitan-park/): SEGRO, Europe's largest listed owner, asset manager and developer of industrial property has signed up independent food distributor Millennium Foods, Henry and Sons UK Windows Limited and Timeline Television as new customers at its Metropolitan Park Estate, Greenford.
- [Investment Up As Network Rail Publishes Its Full-Year Results](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/investment-up-as-network-rail-publishes-its-full-year-results/): A record £3.4bn was invested in expanding and growing Britain’s rail network over the last 12 months, Network Rail revealed today in its full-year results for the 2014/15 financial year.
- [UK Defence Club Strengthens Financial Position](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uk-defence-club-strengthens-financial-position/): The UK Defence Club, the leading provider of FD&D (legal costs) insurance to the maritime industry, announces its financial results for the year ended 20 February 2015.
- [Agriculture Firm Fined After 2 Workers Injured](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/agriculture-firm-fined-after-two-workers-injured-by-reversing-vehicles/): AB Agri Limited has been fined after two people were injured when they were struck by a reversing heavy goods vehicle at the company’s Northallerton site.
- [Port Of Dover Welcomes Its Largest Ever Cruise Ship](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/port-of-dover-welcomes-its-largest-ever-cruise-ship/): As part of a 12-day round-trip to the British Isles and coastal European cities, Celebrity Silhouette arrived from Amsterdam with one of the Port’s dedicated pilots taking the helm to carefully guide the 319m long ship into port alongside Cruise Terminal 2.
- [E2open To Provide End-to-End Supply Chain Visibility](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/orange-selects-e2open-to-provide-end-to-end-supply-chain-visibility-and-collaboration/): E2open today announced that Orange, one of the world's leading telecommunications operators, has selected the company to enable global supply chain visibility and enhanced supplier collaboration.
- [Allport Cargo Partners With Ulusoy](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/allport-cargo-partners-with-ulusoy/): Allport Cargo Services (ACS) is teaming up with Ulusoy Logistics Group in a joint venture that is set to enhance transit services to and from Turkey and strengthen the pair’s competitive positioning on this vibrant market and trade route.
- [AA DriveTech Joins With The Energy Saving Trust](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/aa-drivetech-joins-with-the-energy-saving-trust-to-help-drivers-save-1-5m-2/): The Energy Saving Trust (EST) and AA DriveTech have teamed up to drive down fuel consumption through a partnership that builds eco training techniques into AA DriveTech’s core driver training courses in England.
- [Green Fleets – Driving Down Costs And Carbon](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/green-fleets-driving-down-costs-and-carbon/): Wednesday 10th June, London.
- [Austrian Post Sets Up ETOE With D.E.S.](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/austrian-post-sets-up-etoe-with-d-e-s-in-the-united-kingdom/): Direct Entry Solutions (D.E.S.), the mail distribution specialist and owner of PacketPort, the parcel delivery service, is delighted to announce the launch of an ETOE (extraterritorial office of exchange) operation with Austrian Post in the United Kingdom.
- [Mike Frames A New Future For Supertrucks](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/mike-frames-a-new-future-for-supertrucks/): The UK’s number one manufacturer of purpose-designed glass carrying vehicle bodies and racking systems has signalled its determination to go for growth by appointing its first Business Development Manager.
- [Volvo Trucks : Artist Mapei Tests Life On The Road](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-trucks-does-reality-tv-artist-mapei-tests-life-on-the-road/): Volvo Trucks continues with its ground-breaking marketing initiatives, this time through reality TV with the hip-hop soul artist Mapei.
- [IAG Cargo Begins Rollout Of New E-Booking Service](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-begins-rollout-of-new-e-booking-service/): IAG Cargo’s customers in Spain have become the first to benefit from its new e-Booking system.
- [Smart Meter Specialists Cut Fuel By 24% With Telematics](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/smart-meter-specialists-cut-fuel-costs-by-24-with-telematics/): Trojan Utilities, a smart meter installation and maintenance company, has reduced its fuel usage by 24% after implementing a telematics system from Masternaut, one of Europe’s leading telematics providers.
- [Menzies Distribution Wraps Up Deal To Buy AJG Parcels](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/menzies-distribution-wraps-up-deal-to-buy-ajg-parcels/): Logistics firm Menzies Distribution has acquired Inverness-based AJG Parcels in a deal that will allow it to enter the growing e-commerce parcel market.
- [MAN Truck & Bus UK TGS In The Spotlight](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/man-truck-bus-uk-tgs-in-the-spotlight-in-southampton/): All eyes were on this incredible truck when the CMPE held their annual meeting in Southampton, thanks to a local company.
- [HRH The Princess Royal Opens IFWLA Convention In Liverpool](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/hrh-the-princess-royal-opens-ifwla-convention-in-liverpool/): HRH The Princess Royal officially opened the conference of the prestigious Annual Convention of the International Federation of Warehousing Logistics Associations (IFWLA) at the Town Hall in Liverpool, Merseyside.
- [FTA Urges Members To Prepare For Driving Licence](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-urges-members-to-prepare-for-driving-licence-check-switch/): The paper counterpart to the driving licence will be replaced by an online checking service from Monday - and FTA is urging its members to make sure they’re ready.
- [ITF Warns Against Trade In Services Agreement (TISA)](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/itf-warns-against-trade-in-services-agreement-tisa/): Classified documents published by Wikileaks on the Trade in Services Agreement (TISA) foresee consolidated power for big transport industry players – and threaten the public interest, jobs and a voice for workers, says the International Transport Workers’ Federation.
- [Prologis Signs Agreement For 116,000 Square Feet With Bidvest Logistics At Avonmouth](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/prologis-signs-agreement-for-116000-square-feet-with-bidvest-logistics-at-avonmouth/): Prologis, the global leader in industrial real estate today announced that it has signed an agreement to lease 116,000 square feet to Bidvest Logistics at Prologis Cabot Park in Avonmouth, Bristol.
- [Heavier Vehicles To Drive Buoyant Van & Truck Market](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/heavier-vehicles-in-every-segment-continue-to-drive-buoyant-van-and-truck-market/): Commercial vehicle registrations rise 17.4% in May to 31,922 units.
- [O’Donovan Waste Disposal MD Wins Coveted IoD Award](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/odonovan-waste-disposal-md-wins-coveted-iod-award-2/): Jacqueline O’Donovan, managing director of London’s leading waste management company, O’Donovan Waste Disposal, has won the prestigious Institute of Directors (IoD) Family Business Director of the Year award.
- [Only 2 In 5 Transport Firms Offer Apprenticeships](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/only-two-in-five-transport-firms-offer-apprenticeships/): JUST 40% of SMEs in the UK transport sector currently offer apprenticeships, according to new research from the Close Brothers Business Barometer, a quarterly survey of SME owners and senior managers.
- [Port Of Tyne Profits Hit £10m Cargo](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/port-of-tyne-profits-hit-10m/): Turnover for the port, whilst still almost at the record level of the previous year, was down very slightly by 3% - at £71.5 million.
- [PM Celebrate Completion Of Crossrail Tunnelling](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/prime-minister-and-transport-secretary-celebrate-completion-of-crossrail-tunnelling/): Completion of the £14.8 billion Crossrail project to build a brand new railway across London has moved a step closer today (Thursday 4 June 2015) after tunnelling work was finished.
- [IAG Cargo & Exelsius Hosts Second GDP Academy Workshop](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-exelsius-hosts-second-gdp-academy-training-workshop/): A second GDP Academy Training Course organised jointly by IAG Cargo & Exelsius was successfully held in London on May 11-12, 2015 and attended by students from the UK, The Netherlands, Korea and Switzerland.
- [Jungheinrich Step In To Save Romanian Charity](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/jungheinrich-step-in-to-save-romanian-charity/): Jungheinrich UK Ltd has come to the aid of a long-established charity that faced closure after thieves stole the forklift truck that was an essential part of its operation.
- [Citysprint Launches On The Dot Delivery Experience](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/citysprint-launches-on-the-dot-to-bring-ultra-convenience-to-the-delivery-experience/): CitySprint, the UK’s leading same day distribution company, this week launches On the dot, its innovative new consumer-focused delivery offering that allows customers to specify a one-hour delivery window for their delivery.
- [The Women of the Everywoman Women Awards](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/winners-in-2015-fta-everywoman-in-transport-logistics-awards-announced-today/): Hundreds of business figures gathered alongside Parliamentary Under Secretary for Transport, Andrew Jones MP today in London for the unveiling of the 2015 FTA everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards winners.
- [DHL Invests $108 Million In Its Americas Hub](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/dhl-invests-108-million-in-its-americas-hub/): DHL, the world’s leading logistics company, announced today it is investing $108 million to expand its Americas hub facility at the Cincinnati / Northern Kentucky airport (CVG) to meet the demands of continued growth in international e-commerce and global trade.
- [Aldi Prepare To Bulk Buy Warehouse Space In 2015](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/aldi-prepare-to-bulk-buy-warehouse-space-in-2015/): Proposed floorspace for supermarket warehousing is being spearheaded by the fast growing German retailer Aldi, new data can reveal.
- [FTA Reinforces Importance Of UK Global Hub Airport](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/fta-reinforces-importance-of-uk-global-hub-airport-to-prime-minister/): The Freight Transport Association has told David Cameron that the importance of air freight should not be overlooked when considering the options for creating new airport capacity in south east England, and outlined the importance of a UK global hub airport.
- [TomTom Launches The TRUCKER 6000](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/tomtom-launches-the-trucker-6000/): TomTom today introduces the all-new TomTom TRUCKER 6000, a portable navigation device specifically designed for people who drive large vehicles for a living.
- [Arriva Launches Pioneering Partnership with Google](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/arriva-launches-pioneering-partnership-with-google/): Arriva is to become the first bus operator in the UK to partner with Google Transit – bringing users of Google Maps greater access than ever before to real-time service updates.
- [‘Stop, Look, Wave’: Good Tips Could Save Children’s Lives](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/stop-look-wave-a-few-good-tips-could-save-childrens-lives/): Trucks that lean and people who become as heavy as elephants.
- [Allport Cargo Services To Open In Belgium](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/allport-cargo-services-to-open-in-belgium/): Founded over 50 years ago, ACS already has operations in over 30 countries worldwide, with representation in 100 more.
- [CML Helps War Heroes With Charity Donation](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/cml-helps-war-heroes-with-charity-donation/): A logistics company is supporting national charity KartForce which allows wounded ex-serving troops to race in competitive karting events across the country and abroad.
- [TRACKER Launches New 'Track and Trace' App](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/tracker-launches-new-track-and-trace-app/): In a move that strengthens its already innovative suite of fleet telematics products, TRACKER (part of the Tantalum Corporation), the fleet telematics expert, has launched its new TRACKER Fleet Mobile app.
- [Mandatory Gas-Fuel Ship Code Set By Maritime Safety Committee](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/mandatory-gas-fuel-ship-code-set-for-adoption-by-maritime-safety-committee/): IMO's Maritime Safety Committee (MSC), which meets at the Organization's London headquarters for its 95th session from 3 to 12 June 2015, is expected to adopt a new mandatory code for gas-fuelled ships.
- [Maclaren Turns To NetSuite Suitecommerce To Run Global B2B And B2C Commerce](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/maclaren-turns-to-netsuite-suitecommerce-to-run-global-b2b-and-b2c-commerce/): NetSuite Inc. the industry's leading provider of cloud-based financials / ERP and omnichannel commerce software suites, today announced that Maclaren, a leading global manufacturer of baby strollers, furniture and accessories, has replaced multiple, disparate systems, including Demandware Commerce, with NetSuite SuiteCommerce to run its global B2C and B2B business from a single, unified commerce platform.
- [Lucky Clive Price Transport Wins A Truck From Michelin](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/lucky-clive-price-transport-wins-a-truck-from-michelin/): Directors at Hereford-based bulk haulier, Clive Price Transport, contest the idea there is “no such thing as a free ride” after winning a new Euro VI Scania R-Series truck in a Michelin competition.
- [The Highland Council Implements Masternaut Connect](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/the-highland-council-implements-masternaut-connect/): Masternaut, a pan-European provider of fleet telematics, has been awarded a contract by The Highland Council for vehicle tracking and fleet management.
- [Morgan Sindall Wins £8.3M Southampton Ports Contract](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/morgan-sindall-plc-wins-8-3-million-southampton-ports-contract/): Morgan Sindall plc has been appointed to an £8.3 million contract to construct new car storage and handling facilities at the Port of Southampton.
- [Vinyl Revival Is A Smash Hit For Forwarder Woodland](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/vinyl-revival-is-a-smash-hit-for-forwarder-woodland/): April's launch of the UK's first weekly vinyl chart by the Official Charts Company shows that sales of vinyl albums and singles are soaring, as hipsters and music lovers turn back to traditional records.
- [P2P Mailing Appoint Peter Somers As Non Executive Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/p2p-mailing-ltd-appoints-peter-somers-as-non-executive-director/): P2P Group, the mailing and distribution solutions provider, has appointed Peter Somers, former Managing Director of bpost parcels and international and member of the Executive Committee of bpost, to its board as Non Executive Director.
- [Border Aggregates With Tailored Solution](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/impact-handling-provides-border-aggregates-with-tailored-solution/): Wholesale and bulk specialist aggregate supplier Border Aggregates is benefiting from a brand new fleet of materials handling equipment after signing a bespoke agreement with Cat® Lift Trucks distributor Impact Handling.
- [Boughey Distribution Joins The Palletline Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/boughey-distribution-joins-the-palletline-fleet/): Boughey Distribution (Boughey) has become a member of Palletline – the UK's leading palletised distribution specialists.
- [Rail In Europe: Learning From Mistakes Of The Past](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/the-future-of-rail-in-europe-learning-from-the-mistakes-of-the-past/): Policy makers, legal experts and rail trade unions are meeting in Brussels today (Thursday) to discuss how Europe’s decision makers can learn from the experiences of Britain and Sweden on the railways.
- [Trio Seek Election To ACFO Board At 2015 AGM](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/trio-seek-election-to-acfo-board-at-2015-agm/): Three directors of ACFO, the leading UK representative body for fleet decision-makers, are seeking re-election at the 2015 AGM with no-one standing against them.
- [Duynie Chooses Volvo For Sustainability And Environment](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/duynie-chooses-volvo-for-sustainability-and-environment/): Duynie, a Royal Cosun Company that value adds and markets co-products from food production, primarily for use as moist animal feed, has taken delivery of 12 Volvo FH 6x2 tractor units from Volvo Truck and Bus Centre East Anglia in Chedburgh, Suffolk.
- [£14,000 : Employee Run Over By Fork Lift Truck](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/firm-left-with-near-14000-bill-after-employee-run-over-by-fork-lift-truck/): A food storage business has been fined and left with a bill of nearly £14,000 after an employee was run over by the wheels of a fork lift truck in a warehouse accident.
- [IAG Cargo Takes Off In Kuala Lumpur](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-takes-off-in-kuala-lumpur/): IAG Cargo has officially opened its newest route, operating between London Heathrow and Kuala Lumpur.
- [UK Market Drives Car Production Past 500k In 2015](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/strong-uk-market-drives-car-production-past-500k-in-2015/): New figures released today show the UK surpassed the 500,000 milestone for car production this April, with 530,505 new cars built so far this year.
- [Innovative Payment  System For ‘Cash Free Vessels’](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/iss-teams-up-with-brightwell-payments-to-offer-innovative-payment-system-for-cash-free-vessels/): Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS), the world-leading marine, cargo and supply chain solutions provider, has teamed up with Brightwell Payments, Inc.
- [Mercedes-Benz Vans Is The Complete Package For DPD](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/mercedes-benz-vans-is-the-complete-package-for-dpd/): Mercedes-Benz Vans has entered into a bespoke service contract with the DPD Group.
- [Edwards Coaches - Wins 4 Best In UK Tourism Awards](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/5th-generation-welsh-family-business-edwards-coaches-wins-4-best-in-uk-tourism-awards/): Edwards Coaches has beaten off competition from coach tour operators across the UK to win 4 “yes 4” major awards at the National Coach Tourism Awards 2015, held at the West Midlands Safari Park on Thursday 14th May 2015.
- [NetDespatch Halves Despatch Time For Fast Growing Weird Fish](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/netdespatch-halves-despatch-time-for-fast-growing-weird-fish/): Weird Fish has implemented the NetDespatch cloud-based shipping solution to rationalise its order fulfilment process.
- [Microlise Supports Fleets Seeking FORS Accreditation](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/microlise-supports-fleets-seeking-fors-accreditation/): Microlise, the telematics platform provider, is providing support to fleet operators in attaining and maintaining Bronze, Silver and Gold accreditation with the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS).
- [Charterers Moving One-Fifth Of Global Shipped Tonnage](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/charterers-moving-one-fifth-of-global-shipped-tonnage-now-exclude-inefficient-vessels/): Charterers representing twenty percent of global shipped tonnage now have policies in place to avoid using the most inefficient ships based on the GHG Emissions Rating.
- [Toronto To Host TIACA Air Cargo Forum](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/toronto-to-host-tiaca-air-cargo-forum/): TIACA’s 2018 Air Cargo Forum will take place in Toronto, Canada, Secretary General Doug Brittin announced today.
- [CIPS Teams Up With Procurious To Drive Social Media](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/cips-teams-up-with-procurious-to-drive-social-media-knowledge/): The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) has partnered with Procurious, the world’s first online business network for procurement and supply chain professionals, to form a social media knowledge partnership that will deliver enhanced learning and networking opportunities for Procurious and CIPS members in the digital realm.
- [FTA Van Excellence Driver Of The Year Open](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/fta-van-excellence-driver-of-the-year-2015-open-to-enter/): Entries are now being invited to take part in the 2015 FTA Van Excellence Driver of the Year competition sponsored by Leaseplan which is to be held on Thursday 16 July at Mercedes -Benz, Wentworth Park, Barnsley.
- [Frost & Sullivan Recognizes Aras Kargo's Rapid Growth](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/frost-sullivan-recognizes-aras-kargos-rapid-growth-in-the-concentrated-turkish-cep-market/): Based on its recent analysis of the market for courier, express and parcel (CEP) service providers, Frost & Sullivan recognizes Aras Kargo with the 2014 Turkish Frost & Sullivan Award for Growth Excellence Leadership.
- [Dublin Port Achieves High Environmental Recognition](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/dublin-port-achieves-high-environmental-recognition/): Dublin Port has received a Port Environment Review System (PERS) certificate during a dedicated ceremony at the ESPO annual conference in Athens.
- [DHL Delivers EV Race Cars For FIA Formula E DHL Berlin](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/dhl-delivers-electric-racing-cars-for-the-first-ever-fia-formula-e-dhl-berlin-eprix/): DHL, the world’s leading express and logistics provider, today announced the successful delivery of 40 electric racing cars, spare parts and lithium-ion batteries to the iconic Tempelhof complex in Berlin, Germany, for the eighth stop of the FIA Formula E Championship.
- [Huddersfield PMW Quarries Invests In MAN](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/pmw-quarries-invests-in-man/): Huddersfield based PMW Quarries took delivery of the four Euro 6 TGS 400 tractor units this month in a deal struck by their long time MAN sales specialist Adrian Hird.
- [High-Energy Efficiency ‘Indoor, Outdoor’ Reach Truck](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/jungheinrich-unveils-new-high-energy-efficiency-indoor-outdoor-reach-truck/): Jungheinrich has announced the launch of its new C series reach trucks.
- [Jungheinrich Wins IFOY Award for ‘Counterbalanced Trucks Up To 3.5 Tonnes’](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/jungheinrich-wins-ifoy-2015-award-for-counterbalanced-trucks-up-to-3-5-tonnes/): Jungheinrich has taken the trophy in the all-important category of ‘Counterbalanced Trucks Up to 3.5 Tonnes’ at the prestigious International Forklift Truck of the Year Awards 2015 (IFOY) in Munich.
- [Alan Marsh Named First Ever Microlise Driver Of The Year](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/alan-marsh-of-samworth-brothers-named-first-ever-microlise-driver-of-the-year/): At the Microlise Transport Conference yesterday (Wednesday 20th May), Samworth Brothers Supply Chain driver Alan Marsh took home the Microlise Driver of the Year award, being first named as the winning driver in the long distance category, before being named Overall Winner.
- [Sanjiv Edward & Sebastiaan Scholte To Head Up TIACA Board](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/sanjiv-edward-sebastiaan-scholte-to-head-up-tiaca-board/): Sanjiv Edward, Head of Cargo Business at Delhi International Airport has been named as the next Chairman of TIACA, with Sebastiaan Scholte, CEO of Jan de Rijk Logistics named Vice Chairman.
- [Johan Nordenberg To Succeed Gabriel Andersson As COO](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/johan-nordenberg-to-succeed-gabriel-andersson-as-envirotainer-coo/): Johan Nordenberg, currently Head of Cold Chain Services, has appointed as the company’s new COO, effective August 1st 2015.
- [V Group Appoints Head Of Communications](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/v-group-appoints-head-of-communications/): V.Group, the world’s leading provider of maritime services, has announced the appointment of Sheila Armstrong as Head of Communications.
- [Close Brothers Finance Bolsters Transport With Appointment](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/close-brothers-asset-finance-bolsters-transport-division-with-new-appointment/): Close Brothers Asset Finance, part of Close Brothers Group Plc, has announced the appointment of Rob Guy as Area Sales Manager in their transport division.
- [MAN Scores Deal With Scottish Cup Finalists](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/man-scores-deal-with-scottish-cup-finalists/): MAN Truck & Bus UK is today announced as a new sponsor of Scottish Championship club, Falkirk FC.
- [RoSPA Recognises ATS Euromaster’s Commitment](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/rospa-recognises-ats-euromasters-commitment-with-second-gold-award-and-guardian-angel-title/): For the second year running, ATS Euromaster has been awarded the highest accolade from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), the Gold Award, for its outstanding commitment to safer workplaces.
- [Port's Pension Scheme Wins National Award](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/ports-pension-scheme-wins-national-award-for-being-the-best/): Committed to taking good care of its staff into retirement, the Port of Dover has won the award for best pension scheme (under £1 billion) at the prestigious Portfolio Institutional Awards.
- [Palletways Drives Up Major Growth In Europe](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/palletways-drives-up-major-growth-in-europe/): Lichfield-based Palletways, Europe’s largest provider of express palletised freight services, has set its sights on dominating the pallet network sector in Europe after announcing a 35% growth in pan-European volumes handled.
- [Government Decision On Airport Capacity Needed](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/government-decision-on-airport-capacity-is-needed-urgently-says-fta/): A decision on airport capacity needs to be made by Government sooner rather than later – says the Freight Transport Association.
- [Air1 Promote The Importance Of Quality AdBlue](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/air1-promote-the-importance-of-quality-adblue/): AdBlue prime producer Air1 used the CV Show last month to promote the importance of quality AdBlue and contamination issues that can arise when the right specification of AdBlue solution is not used.
- [Safety Specialist Sunday Times Export 100 List](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/safety-specialist-makes-the-sunday-times-export-track-100-list/): Industrial safety barrier expert A-SAFE has won a place on the prestigious Sunday Times BT Business SME Export Track 100 league table.
- [Allport Announces Senior Management Changes](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/allport-announces-senior-management-changes/): Allport Cargo Services (ACS) has made a series of key changes to bolster the senior management team of its Airfreight Division as it embarks upon a journey of growth.
- [Catering Butcher Implements Masternaut Connect](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/catering-butcher-implements-masternaut-connect-to-improve-driver-behaviour-across-fleet/): Price and Fretwell, a Derbyshire-based catering butcher and fine quality meat provider, has improved driver behaviour across its fleet, after deploying a next-generation telematics solution from Masternaut.
- [80% Of Downtime Avoided With Preventive Maintenance](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/80-of-unscheduled-downtime-can-be-avoided-with-preventive-maintenance/): A survey conducted by Volvo Trucks reveals that incidents of unplanned downtime can be cut by 80 per cent.
- [Torque Fundraises For Foodbank](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/torque-fundraises-for-foodbank/): Employees from international logistics service provider Torque have donated £1651.00 to the Trussell Trust’s Leeds West Foodbank.
- [Volvo Trucks First With Automatic All-Wheel Drive](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/volvo-trucks-first-with-automatic-all-wheel-drive-for-improved-driveability-and-economy/): Volvo Trucks is the first truck manufacturer in the world to offer automatic engagement of all-wheel drive on construction trucks.
- [Yodel Invests In Estate To Support Continued Growth](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/yodel-invests-in-estate-to-support-continued-growth-in-parcel-volumes/): With its parcel volumes increasing by 13 per cent year on year, UK carrier Yodel has invested in four new, strategically located sites for its service centre network, providing additional capacity throughout the year, including the peak Christmas period.
- [Flex-E-Rent Expands Rental Fleet with Thermo King Units](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/enterprise-flex-e-rent-expands-its-temperature-controlled-rental-fleet-with-thermo-king-units/): Food service, catering, hotels, grocery and pharmaceutical delivery companies are just a few businesses that benefit from rental vehicles for their temperature controlled applications, ranging from chill to heavy chill and to deep frozen.
- [Three Core Demands To Ease The Crisis At Calais](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/the-road-haulage-association-three-core-demands-to-ease-the-crisis-at-calais/): At today’s Home Affairs Select Committee hearing into the current situation at Calais, RHA Chief Executive Richard Burnett will present the Association’s three core demands to protect lorry drivers in Calais who are running the gauntlet of aggressive migrant activity on a daily basis.
- [Konecranes Empty Container Handler In 10 Days](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/impact-handling-delivers-new-konecranes-empty-container-handler-in-10-days/): Impact Handling has delivered its first Konecranes empty container handler to Leeds-based freight services specialist Northern Containers, supplying the new truck within 10 days of the specification being confirmed.
- [MD’s Move Helps Seal Two-Truck Deal With Removal Experts](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/mds-move-helps-seal-two-truck-deal-with-removal-experts/): International removals firm buys two MAN TGM 18.290 vehicles through Trucks To Go scheme.
- [The Value Of Delivery: The Story Of Free Shipping](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/the-value-of-delivery-the-story-of-free-shipping/): Free delivery is something that we are all accustomed to - it is seen as something regular rather than remarkable.
- [T&L Magazine Is Proud To Support Women](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/transport-logistics-is-proud-to-support-the-everywoman-academy-advancing-women-in-transport-logistics/): Gain insight from leaders and gain essential career skills to fast-track a promotion or become a better manager, join 100+ peers at the everywoman Academy: Advancing Women in Transport & Logistics.
- [Kier Property Launches Logistics City](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/kier-property-launches-logistics-city/): Kier Property has announced the launch of ‘Logistics City’, its new brand for the development of large industrial units of up to 250,000sq ft.
- [TomTom Telematics Passes Landmark Milestone](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/tomtom-telematics-passes-landmark-milestone-of-500000-subscribed-vehicles/): TomTom Telematics has become the first fleet management solution (FMS) provider in Europe to break through the 500,000 milestone for subscribed vehicles serving more than 36,000 customers across the globe.
- [TIACA Welcomes Five New Members To Its Board](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/tiaca-welcomes-five-new-members-to-its-board-of-directors/): Five new board members, from Asia, Europe, and North America, have been elected to TIACA’s Board of Directors representing a wide range of sectors in the industry.
- [Munters & HB Group Combine on Air Treatment](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/munters-and-hb-group-combine-expertise-and-products-to-provide-high-quality-air-treatment-solutions-to-customers/): Munters AB last week announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire HB Group - an international company that specializes in customized hygienic climate control systems for the food/dairy industries.
- [IAG Cargo To Welcome First Boeing 787-9 In October](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-to-welcome-first-boeing-787-9-in-october/): IAG Cargo has today announced that it will begin cargo services on its new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner this October.
- [Long-Haul Growth Leads Busiest Ever June](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/long-haul-growth-leads-busiest-ever-june-underlining-gatwicks-case-for-expansion/): London Gatwick announced its 28th consecutive month of traffic growth as it achieved its busiest ever June with 3.8 million passengers travelling through the airport, a 5% increase on the previous year.
- [Ocado Pushes Into South West London](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/ocado-pushes-into-south-west-london-from-segros-stockley-close/): SEGRO, Europe's leading owner-manager and developer of industrial property, has announced that Ocado, the world's largest dedicated online grocery supermarket, has signed a 15-year lease on two units totalling 56,947 sq ft at Stockley Close.
- [PSA Peugeot Citroën's Worldwide Sales Up 0.4%](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/psa-peugeot-citroens-worldwide-sales-up-0-4-in-first-half-2015/): The Group consolidates its position as European leader in CO2 emission reduction with average CO2 emissions of 106.9g/km in the first five months of 2015, thanks in particular to the popularity and performance of its three-cylinder petrol range.
- [TT Club Urges Immediate Action On Box Weighing](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/tt-club-urges-immediate-action-on-box-weighing/): TT Club welcomes the initiative of the World Shipping Council (WSC) in its recent publication of guidelines to the industry in relation to implementing the SOLAS requirements that become mandatory on 1 July 2016.
- [Consumer Interest In Black Friday 2015 High](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/consumer-interest-in-black-friday-2015-could-be-nearly-four-times-as-high-as-2014/): Consumer research carried out by independent UK carrier Yodel, which handles around 155 million parcels a year on behalf of the UK’s top retailers, shows that nearly four times the number of shoppers are planning to place an order online this Black Friday (27 November), compared to last year.
- [E-Fan Prepares For Historic Channel Crossing](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/e-fan-prepares-for-historic-channel-crossing/): Airbus Group’s all-electric E-Fan technology demonstrator aircraft is being readied for its Channel crossing this Friday, 10 July.
- [Cruise Ship Britannia Calls Into The River Forth](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/the-uks-largest-cruise-ship-britannia-called-into-the-river-forth-with-a-welcome-from-her-royal-namesake/): The UK’s largest and newest cruise liner, P&O Cruises’ Britannia, called into the River Forth on Wednesday (July 8) with around 5,000 people on board as part of her first British Isles tour.
- [Why The Port Of Dover Must Keep The Nation Moving](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/open-letter-from-chief-executive-port-of-dover-why-the-port-of-dover-must-keep-the-nation-moving/): If anyone was still under the impression that the Port of Dover was a quaint little port on the south east corner of the UK doing ferry trips for holidaymakers or booze cruisers to France, then the past two weeks of disruption have surely shattered that illusion.
- [WCS Announce Availability Of Next-Gen CSnx](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/worldwide-chain-stores-wcs-announces-availability-of-its-next-generation-warehouse-management-system-csnx/): Worldwide Chain Stores (WCS) a dedicated provider of comprehensive supply chain execution technology has today announced the general availability of its latest warehouse management system, CSnx.
- [Consumer New Car Finance Volumes Up 6% In May](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/consumer-new-car-finance-volumes-up-6-in-may/): Figures released today by the Finance & Leasing Association (FLA) show the number of new cars bought on finance provided through dealerships grew 6% in May, compared with the same month a year earlier – with average advances to consumers for new car purchases up 4% in May to £16,500 compared with May last year.
- [£133,000 Raised For Transaid In Most Successful Challenge](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/133000-raised-for-transaid-in-most-successful-challenge-to-date/): Thirty professionals from the transport and logistics industry battled stifling heat, rugged terrain and unforgiving altitudes to raise a staggering £133,000 for international development charity, Transaid – the largest sum ever raised for the organisation in a single challenge or event.
- [eDigitalResearch And Yodel Shortlisted For Award](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/edigitalresearch-and-yodel-shortlisted-for-national-customer-experience-award/): Voice of the Customer specialist eDigitalResearch and independent parcel carrier Yodel are delighted to announce that their revolutionary ‘Have Your Say’ customer feedback programme has been shortlisted for the UK Customer Experience Awards 2015.
- [Chancellor Ignores HGV Driver Crisis](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/chancellor-ignores-hgv-driver-crisis-says-road-haulage-association/): The absence of financial measures to support the UK’s road haulage industry to recruit and train truck drivers in today’s budget will undermine the economic recovery warns the Road Haulage Association (RHA).
- [FTA Say Common Sense Prevails On Fuel Duty But Cut Still Needed](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-say-common-sense-prevails-on-fuel-duty-but-cut-still-needed/): The Freight Transport Association says common sense prevailed with the Chancellor’s Budget announcement of a freeze on fuel duty, but that it will continue to campaign for cuts on behalf of its members.
- [MINI Countryman Goes All4 Business](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/mini-countryman-goes-all4-business/): MINI is broadening its appeal with the arrival of the new MINI Countryman Cooper D ALL4 Business model, developed specifically for the fleet market.
- [CML Digs Deep To Raise Over £11,000 For Children’s Charity](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/cml-digs-deep-to-raise-over-11000-for-childrens-charity/): A Leicestershire-based logistics company has donated thousands of pounds to Rainbows Children’s Hospice during its last financial year.
- [Volvo Group Trucks UK & Ireland Announce](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-group-trucks-uk-ireland-announces-new-multi-brand-market-company-organisation/): In a move aimed at strengthening the business and streamlining operations, Volvo Group Trucks UK & Ireland have announced a comprehensive reorganisation of functions at the market company’s head office in Warwick.
- [Logistics Specialists Wincanton Appoint New FD](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/logistics-management-specialists-wincanton-appoint-new-fd/): The Board of Wincanton plc, a leading provider of supply chain solutions in the UK & Ireland, have announced that Tim Lawlor will join the Company as Group Finance Director and an executive Director on the Board from 28 September 2015.
- [Leading Edge Keeps Clients Chapter 8-Ready Across UK](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/leading-edge-keeps-clients-chapter-8-ready-across-the-uk/): A West Yorkshire fleet graphics company is helping its customers stay safe, and stay legal with its strategy for fleet safety graphics.
- [FTA Advising Operators To Prepare Early For Transport For London’s Safer Lorry Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fta-advising-operators-to-prepare-early-for-transport-for-londons-safer-lorry-scheme/): The Freight Transport Association (FTA) is advising operators to prepare early for Transport for London’s Safer Lorry Scheme which goes live on 1 September.
- [Top Industry Award For UK’s Largest Independent Risk Consultancy](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/top-industry-award-for-uks-largest-independent-risk-consultancy/): One of the country’s largest independent safety and risk consultancies - with offices in London - has been awarded a top industry award at what is considered to be the Oscars of the risk management industry.
- [Dachser Awarded For Outstanding Reliability](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/dachser-awarded-for-outstanding-reliability/): Lufthansa Cargo honored Dachser Air & Sea Logistics in the Europe and Africa regions with the 2014 Lufthansa Cargo Quality Award for Europe & Africa.
- [Cut Fuel Tax Or Face The Consequences](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/cut-fuel-tax-or-face-the-consequences-fta-tells-chancellor/): The Freight Transport Association (FTA) is warning the Chancellor that failing to freeze or cut fuel duty in tomorrow’s Budget could sabotage the country’s economic growth.
- [ITF Comment On Greek Situation](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/itf-comment-on-greek-situation/): Speaking on his return from Greece, where he has been meeting with ITF (International Transport Workers’ Federation)-affiliated trade unions including the Pan-Hellenic Seamen's Federation (PNO), the ITF general secretary Steve Cotton, said: “I’ve visited Greece many times but I have never before witnessed the level of insecurity people have over the nation’s future.
- [Adcock Joins BiS Henderson’s Senior Executive Team](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/adcock-joins-bis-hendersons-senior-executive-team/): Recruitment and logistics consultancy BiS Henderson has further expanded its supply chain consultancy business by appointing logistics heavyweight, Neil Adcock, to its senior executive team.
- [NorthLink Ferries Lookout For Whales, Dolphins And Porpoises](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/northlink-ferries-join-the-lookout-for-scotlands-whales-dolphins-and-porpoises/): More than 12 NorthLink Ferries crew members have undertaken training to help them spot whales, dolphins and porpoise whilst sailing between the mainland and northern isles.
- [Volvo Trucks Releases 5 New Options For Rough Terrain](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/volvo-trucks-releases-five-new-options-for-rough-terrain/): Volvo Trucks continues to improve productivity within construction by releasing another five new features, including Volvo Dynamic Steering for dual front axles and increased front axle loads.
- [Applauding The 2015 UKWA Award Winners](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/applauding-the-2015-ukwa-award-winners/): Over 400 guests filled the Ballroom Suite of the Dorchester Hotel in London for the UKWA’s (United Kingdom Warehousing Association’s) 16th Annual Awards for Warehousing presentation ceremony and Annual Luncheon, sponsored by Jungheinrich UK.
- [Washing Sytems Boom As Coach & Bus Prospers](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/sale-of-washing-sytems-boom-as-coach-and-bus-industry-prospers/): The exponential increase in the number of bus and coach registrations is fuelling growth in the sector.
- [ISS Signs Master Services Agreement With Technip](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/iss-signs-master-services-agreement-with-technip/): Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS), the world-leading marine, cargo and supply chain solutions provider and Technip, a leader in project management, engineering and construction for the energy industry, have signed a contract to provide marine agency services and logistics for the Rashid C project in the Middle East.
- [Transdev’s Celebration Of Service](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/transdevs-celebration-of-service/): The red carpet was laid out to Transdev’s distinguished guests at Harrogate’s Rudding Park where a combined 700 years of service from staff across the company’s depots in Yorkshire was celebrated.
- [Peel Ports Employee Crowned Logistics Champion By United Kingdom Warehousing Association](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/peel-ports-employee-crowned-logistics-champion-by-united-kingdom-warehousing-association/): A Peel Ports employee has been presented with a unique logistics industry award by UK business leader Lord Digby Jones.
- [High-Quality European Storage System Racks Up £500,000 Sales](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/high-quality-european-storage-system-racks-up-500000-sales/): A NORTH-east storage specialist has landed a number of key contracts with a number of oil and gas clients worth £500,000.
- [Scania Wins Fleet Truck Of The Year](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/scania-wins-fleet-truck-of-the-year/): Tongwell-based Scania (Great Britain) Limited's R-series truck has been announced as Fleet Truck of the Year at the 2015 Motor Transport Awards.
- [Airports Commission Recognises Regional Connectivity Matters](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/airports-commission-recognises-regional-connectivity-matters-too/): The UK’s Regional and Business Airports Group (RABA) has today given its whole-hearted endorsement to the recommendations made in the Airports Commission’s final report to Government.
- [ISD Completes Clad Rack Cold Storage Facility](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/isd-completes-single-envelope-clad-rack-cold-storage-facility-for-spanish-pharmaceutical-giant-grifols/): ISD Solutions, a leader in single envelope cold store construction, has completed £1.8m frozen and chilled storage facility for leading Spanish pharmaceutical and healthcare giant Grifols.
- [Yodel To Sponsor Britain’s Ultimate Cycling Challenge](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/yodel-to-sponsor-britains-ultimate-cycling-challenge-the-countrywide-great-tour/): Yodel, the independent UK parcel carrier, is pleased to announce that it has extended its long standing association with cycling, to include the sponsorship of Britain’s ultimate cycling challenge, The Countrywide Great Tour.
- [P&I : Director Of Loss Prevention And Ship Inspections](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uk-pi-club-appoints-director-of-loss-prevention-and-ship-inspections/): The UK P&I Club (“The UK Club”), one of the leading shipping protection and indemnity mutual insurers, has appointed Stuart Edmonston as Director of Loss Prevention, following the retirement of Karl Lumbers.
- [DFDS’ Offer For Part Of SCOP Seafrance Rejected](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/dfds-offer-for-part-of-scop-seafrance-rejected-without-any-prior-contact/): Following discussions with all stakeholders including the French Minister of Transport, on June 25 2015 DFDS submitted an offer to the administrators of SCOP Seafrance for the acquisition of a part of SCOP Seafrance including 202 staff.
- [Seafast Receives Queen’s Award For International Trade](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/seafast-receives-queens-award-for-international-trade/): Seafast Logistics, part of the UK-based Seafast Group, celebrated the presentation of the Queen’s Award for Enterprise, with a reception for customers and staff at Kesgrave Hall in Suffolk, on Monday 29 June 2015.
- [Microlise Enters Field Service & Fleet Sectors](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/microlise-enters-field-service-fleet-sectors-with-launch-of-clear/): Telematics platform provider Microlise has today launched Clear, a product designed specifically for the field service and fleet sectors.
- [Haulage Firm Refreshes Fleet With 12 New MAN TGS](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/thriving-haulage-firm-refreshes-fleet-with-12-new-man-tgs-tractor-units/): South Wales-based Gerry Jones Transport takes delivery of new vehicles in deal worth in excess of £1m with MAN truck & Bus UK.
- [RHA Chief Exec Richard Burnett Witnesses Calais Mayhem](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/rha-chief-exec-richard-burnett-witnesses-calais-mayhem/): On Tuesday 30 June, RHA Chief Executive Richard Burnett made the trip to Calais to witness for himself the appalling conditions under which UK hauliers are currently operating.
- [BMT Appoints Sir John Hood KNZM As Chairman](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/bmt-appoints-sir-john-hood-knzm-as-chairman/): BMT Group, the leading international maritime design, engineering and risk management consultancy, has announced the appointment of Sir John Hood KNZM as Chairman of BMT Group Ltd with effect from 1 October 2015, following the retirement of Dr Neil Cross at the end of BMT’s financial year on 30 September.
- [Woodland Boxes Clever As Cepac Traffic Grows](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/woodland-boxes-clever-as-cepac-traffic-grows/): ESSEX-BASED global logistics company Woodland Group has signed a new, multi-year agreement with Cepac, a long-standing client.
- [Heathrow Hub : 1/4 M People Out Of Noise Footprint](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/heathrow-hub-to-take-a-quarter-of-a-million-londoners-out-of-the-heathrow-noise-footprint/): Heathrow Hub, the independent proposal to expand Heathrow by extending the northern runway, has made recent environmental submissions to the Airports Commission on noise and air quality which it believes puts it in a strong position as an environmentally acceptable proposal for Heathrow expansion.
- [RPS Designs The DP World London Gateway Centre](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/rps-designs-the-dp-world-london-gateway-logistics-centre/): Work on phase one of the London Gateway Logistics Centre, a state-of-the-art, common user distribution centre is complete - with the first clients settled in and the first cargo having passed through the high-spec building in South Essex.
- [UPS Applauds Signing Of Historic Bipartisan Trade](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ups-applauds-signing-of-historic-bipartisan-trade-promotion-authority/): UPS, a global logistics provider and leading advocate for global trade, commends the U.S.
- [Heathrow Bids Farewell To Terminal 1](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/heathrow-bids-farewell-to-terminal-1/): Heathrow Terminal 1, opened by Queen Elizabeth II in April 1969, said goodbye to its final passengers yesterday.
- [FTA Calls For Budget Fuel Tax Cut](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-calls-for-budget-fuel-tax-cut/): The Freight Transport Association has called on the Chancellor to freeze or cut fuel duty ahead of Wednesday’s FairFuelUK event at the House of Commons.
- [Efficient Logistics Vital To Scotland’s Growth, Says FTA](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/efficient-logistics-vital-to-scotlands-growth-says-fta/): A new guide issued by the Freight Transport Association highlights the vital role of logistics in the economic growth of Scotland’s cities.
- [Mayor Of Wolverhampton Visits Burke Bros To Open New Self Access Storage Facilities](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/mayor-of-wolverhampton-visits-burke-bros-to-open-new-self-access-storage-facilities/): Wolverhampton’s long standing removals firm, Burke Bros Moving Group, in Fox’s Lane, have just completed a £200,000 investment in their brand new purpose built self-access storage facilities, at their Burke Bros Trading Estate location, just 5 minutes from the Molineux.
- [GE To Sell Majority Of Global Fleet Business](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ge-to-sell-majority-of-global-fleet-business-to-element-financial-corporation-and-arval/): GE has announced that it has reached an agreement to sell its U.S., Mexico, Australia and New Zealand fleet businesses to Element Financial Corporation (TSX:EFN) for US$6.9 billion.
- [Ports And Shipping Minister Visits Port Of Tyne](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/ports-and-shipping-minister-visits-port-of-tyne/): The new Ports and Shipping Minister, Robert Goodwill MP, paid his first official visit to a UK port on Thursday (25 June) at the Port of Tyne.
- [MAN Truck & Bus UK Attracts Major Irish Manufacturer Through The R K Truck Centre](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/man-truck-bus-uk-attracts-major-irish-manufacturer-through-the-r-k-truck-centre/): One of Ireland’s largest manufacturers is looking ahead to a strong 2015 by investing in seven new MAN Euro 6 trucks as it boosts its fleet.
- [Report From Independent Cole Commission On Exports](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/heathrow-responds-to-final-report-from-independent-cole-commission-on-exports/): The Cole Commission on Exports published its final report today showing that with a widening UK trade deficit, having sufficient export capacity has become critical if the UK is to win the race for jobs and growth.
- [New Camera Technology Helps Drivers See Around Corners](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/new-camera-technology-helps-drivers-see-around-corners/): Ford is introducing new vehicle camera technology that can help see around corners even when drivers cannot, aiding in reducing driver stress and potentially averting accidents.
- [Port Of Dover : Dover Western Docks Revival Project](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/port-of-dover-signs-major-contract-for-dover-western-docks-revival-project/): Having committed itself to transforming the Western Docks with a new cargo terminal supported by an exciting waterfront development and potential marina, the Port of Dover has taken another major step forward following the signing of an agreement.
- [London Bourse Members Gain Access To Bonded Warehouse](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/london-bourse-members-gain-access-to-bonded-warehouse/): The London Diamond Bourse (LDB) is delighted to announce the establishment of a customs-approved warehouse facility for its members, in partnership with Malca-Amit U.K.
- [TNT UK Opts For Iveco Stralis After Six Month Trial](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/tnt-uk-opts-for-iveco-stralis-after-six-month-trial/): Following an 80,000km six-month evaluation of a demonstrator, TNT UK has added 20 Euro VI Iveco Stralis Hi-Road 4x2 tractor units to its fleet, supplied through Iveco dealer Sherwood Truck & Van.
- [Forklift Truck Ran Over Worker’s Leg And Foot](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/firm-sentenced-after-forklift-truck-ran-over-workers-leg-and-foot/): An Aberdeen firm has been fined for safety failings after a worker was injured when a forklift truck ran over his leg and foot.
- [Farewell To Tom From MAN Truck & Bus UK](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/farewell-to-tom-from-colleagues-at-man-truck-bus-uk/): Colleagues of Tom Richards gave him a fond farewell to mark his retirement from MAN Truck & Bus UK after 27 years of loyal service.
- [RHA Calls For EU Collaboration To Tackle Calais Crisis](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/rha-calls-for-eu-collaboration-to-tackle-calais-crisis/): Richard Burnett, Chief Executive of the Road Haulage Association is calling for the UK Government to lead cross EU discussions to try and resolve the current crisis situation in Calais.
- [Go-Ahead Group Announce Trading Update](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/go-ahead-group-announce-trading-update/): The Go-Ahead Group plc today announces its pre-close trading update for the year ending 27 June 2015 ahead of its full year results announcement on 3 September 2015.
- [Volvo Trucks Are Voted Grand Prix Winners Again](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-trucks-are-voted-grand-prix-winners-again-in-cannes/): Volvo Trucks’ YouTube marketing campaign The Live Test Series, including the well-known ‘Epic Split’ film with Jean-Claude Van Damme, has received another Grand Prix at the ‘World Cup of Advertising’ in Cannes this week, where the campaign was rewarded for its long-term effectiveness.
- [Large DAF Fleet Renewal For Maritime Transport](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/large-daf-fleet-renewal-for-maritime-transport/): Market-leading container operator, Maritime Transport, has commenced deliveries of a 120 tractor unit order for Euro-6 DAF XF 460 FTG Super Space Cabs.
- [Renault-Nissan Alliance Sells Its 250,000th Electric Vehicle](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/renault-nissan-alliance-sells-its-250000th-electric-vehicle/): The Renault-Nissan Alliance, the world's leader in zero-emission mobility, has sold its 250,000th electric vehicle: a white Renault ZOE sold to a French engineer.
- [Transport Minister Meets Women Engineers](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/transport-minister-meets-the-female-engineers-building-londons-transport-network/): Rail Minister Claire Perry MP has joined female engineers from Transport for London (TfL), Crossrail and Network Rail who are building London’s transport network, and urged more women to consider a career in engineering and transport more widely.
- [Attachment Company Grows Fleet To Ensure It Provides Exceptional Service](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/attachment-company-grows-fleet-to-ensure-it-provides-exceptional-service/): B&B Attachments, based in Northumberland, England, is the leading independent supplier of forklift truck attachments, with customers spanning the globe.
- [Major Bus Operators Battle It Out In Most Successful Challenge Yet](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/major-bus-operators-battle-it-out-in-most-successful-challenge-yet/): The IRTE Skills Challenge 2015, which took place on 1-4 June, saw 10 major operators and 50 competitors face off in a bid to discover the best in the coach and bus world.
- [Personnel Changes At Lufthansa Cargo’s Sales Division](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/personnel-changes-at-lufthansa-cargos-sales-division/): Lufthansa Cargo has announced the appointment of several new managers in its Product & Sales division this summer.
- [Last Chance To Be Van Excellence Driver](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/last-chance-to-enter-fta-van-excellence-driver-of-the-year-2015/): The 2015 FTA Van Excellence Driver of the Year competition is proving exceptionally popular as applications to enter have flooded in - but there are still a few places left for would-be contestants.
- [From Manchester To London To New York](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/from-manchester-to-london-to-new-york-urban-logistics-and-the-consumer-driven-supply-chain-at-the-2015-cilt-annual-logistics-conference/): Over 100 delegates from across the sector attended last week’s CILT Annual Logistics Conference in Coventry to discuss the latest developments and innovations in urban logistics.
- [Company In Court After Worker Crushed Under Forklift Truck](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/company-in-court-after-worker-crushed-under-forklift-truck/): A Lincolnshire transport and storage firm has been prosecuted after a father-of-two died when a metal frame being loaded onto a lorry trailer fell on top of him.
- [DFDS’ Offer For Channel Ferries Accepted By Eurotunnel](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/dfds-offer-for-channel-ferries-accepted-by-eurotunnel/): Eurotunnel has accepted DFDS’ offer for the ferries Rodin and Berlioz.
- [Think Tank Calls On The Government To Act Swiftly](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/think-tank-calls-on-the-government-to-act-swiftly-on-the-airports-commissions-recommendations/): An Independent Transport Commission (ITC) report, "Time to act: the economic consequences of failing to expand airport capacity", has established the macro-economic consequences - including significant productivity and inward investment benefits foregone - of the Government not acting upon the Airports Commission's forthcoming recommendations.
- [Roadsense Launches Roadwatch Live](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/roadsense-launches-roadwatch-live-a-real-time-accident-camera-system/): Roadsense has launched Roadwatch Live, a high-reliability fleet camera system that provides almost instant video retrieval, overcoming the issues of using SD card-only systems.
- [Ed Raynard Appointed To Lead On Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/ed-raynard-appointed-to-lead-on-expansion-of-delivery-solutions-at-spring-global-mail/): With international mail and parcel distribution on the rise, Spring Global Mail have appointed Ed Raynard as UK Corporate Account Manager.
- [New £100m Biomass Terminal Planned For Port of Liverpool](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/new-100m-biomass-terminal-planned-for-port-of-liverpool/): A new £100m biomass terminal planned for the Port of Liverpool will see it handle up to three million tonnes of wood pellets a year as part of the decarbonisation of Drax power station.
- [Volvo Trucks Certify The Synthetic Diesel HVO](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-trucks-certify-the-synthetic-diesel-hvo-for-all-engines/): After extensive field testing of the renewable synthetic diesel HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oils), Volvo Trucks has approved the fuel for all its Euro-5 engines and are preparing certifications for Euro-6.
- [Maersk Line Named Global Carrier Of The Year](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/maersk-line-named-global-carrier-of-the-year/): Maersk Line has been named Global Carrier of the Year at the Containerisation International Awards 2015.
- [AirAsia Launches Airbus Smarter Fleet Electronic Flight Folder](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/airasia-launches-airbus-smarter-fleet-electronic-flight-folder/): AirAsia has become the launch customer for the latest Airbus “Smarter Fleet” electronic Flight Folder (eFF), following the signature of an agreement at the Paris Air Show.
- [Dangers Of Working On Deck In Heavy Weather Conditions](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/uk-pi-club-warns-of-the-dangers-of-working-on-deck-in-heavy-weather-conditions/): Working on deck in heavy weather conditions is dangerous, and should only be considered if essential to the safety of the ship and crew.
- [Volvo Trucks Launches Positioning Service For Time-Critical Goods](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-trucks-launches-positioning-service-for-time-critical-goods/): With Volvo Trucks’ new service it is possible to monitor the truck’s location in real time.
- [Spur European Medical Device Industry Into Action](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/dhl-seeks-to-spur-european-medical-device-industry-into-action-by-addressing-game-changing-trends/): A new white paper commissioned by DHL, the world’s leading logistics company, examines how changes in the European healthcare market are impacting supply chain models.
- [New Highways England Chief Executive Announced](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-highways-england-chief-executive-announced/): Jim O’Sullivan has been appointed as the new Chief Executive of Highways England, it was announced today (Thursday 18 June 2015).
- [Smart Driving For Wolseley UK](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/smart-driving-for-wolseley-uk/): Wolseley UK has introduced the latest tracking technology across 193 branch vehicles with a view to enhance customer deliveries, increase driver safety and reduce fuel consumption by up to 10 per cent.
- [Full-Throttle Heavyweight Thrills On UK´s Fastest Circuit](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/full-throttle-heavyweight-thrills-on-uks-fastest-circuit/): Last weekend, Thruxton Circuit hosted the third event of the BTRA Truck Racing Championship 2015, combining the most powerful race vehicles in British motorsports with the UK´s fastest circuit.
- [Scammell Skips To An Arocs Beat](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/scammell-skips-to-an-arocs-beat/): Essex-based Scammell Commercial has marked its Silver Anniversary by commissioning a clutch of 18-tonne skip-loaders bearing the silver star of Mercedes-Benz.
- [Storofile Boxes Clever With New Mercedes-Benz Vito](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/storofile-boxes-clever-with-new-mercedes-benz-vito/): Document management and archive storage specialist Storofile knows all about records – now the family firm has created one of its own, by becoming the first customer in Dorset for a ground-breaking new van model from Mercedes-Benz.
- [Key Appointment Made To Coach & Bus Rental Division](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/key-appointment-made-to-coach-bus-rental-division-at-close-brothers/): Close Brothers Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CBCVS) has appointed Simon Matthews to the role of Business Development Manager for their new Coach & Bus Rental division.
- [Off Road Trials For “Electric Highways” Technology](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/off-road-trials-for-electric-highways-technology/): Off road trials of the technology needed to power electric and hybrid vehicles on England’s major roads are due to take place later this year.
- [Calais Crisis Could Fuel Freight Price Hike, Warns Rhenus](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/calais-crisis-could-fuel-freight-price-hike-warns-rhenus/): Rhenus Logistics UK, one of Britain’s leading freight forwarders, has warned that freight prices could rise significantly in the next few weeks, unless the ongoing crisis at Calais is resolved.
- [China Southern Airlines Joins IAG Cargo’s Partner Plus](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/china-southern-airlines-joins-iag-cargos-partner-plus-programme/): China Southern Airlines has become the latest airline to join IAG Cargo’s Partner Plus Programme.
- [TfGM head of rail is the 32nd most influential woman](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tfgms-head-of-rail-recognised-with-business-accolade/): TfGM head of rail, Amanda White, has been named the North West’s 32nd most influential woman in business.
- [Business Car Manager Small Fleet Leasing Awards 2015](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/business-car-manager-small-fleet-leasing-awards-2015-open-for-business/): Run by the websites BusinessCarManager.co.uk and BusinessVans.co.uk, entries for the Awards are now open.
- [Reefer Containership Capacity To Increase 20% By 2018](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/reefer-containership-capacity-to-increase-20-by-2018/): The specialised reefer fleet is shrinking and shows no signs of reversing in the future.
- [The New Generation Of Safety Systems At MAN](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/the-new-generation-of-safety-systems-at-man/): MAN is currently introducing the new generation of advanced emergency braking system with sensor fusion (EBA emergency brake assist) and the emergency stop signal (ESS).
- [Industry Leaders To Work Together To Promote Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/industry-leaders-to-work-together-to-promote-logistics/): The four leading trade bodies that represent the UK logistics industry have pledged to work together to improve the industry’s public image and attract more staff.
- [Gatwick Airport Achieves 2.5 Years Of Consecutive Growth](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/busiest-ever-july-at-gatwick-as-the-airport-achieves-2-5-years-of-consecutive-growth/): London Gatwick announced two-and-a-half years of consecutive month-on-month traffic growth and achieved its busiest ever July with 4.3 million passengers travelling through the airport, a 6.4% increase on the previous year.
- [SMMT Automotive Award For Innovation Opens](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/smmt-automotive-award-for-innovation-opens-for-entries/): SMMT’s prestigious Automotive Award for Innovation, which recognises UK-developed concepts and technologies with the potential to transform the automotive industry, is now open for its sixth year of entries.
- [Alternative Finance Gaining Ground On Funding](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/alternative-finance-gaining-ground-on-traditional-bank-funding-in-the-transport-sector/): Alternative forms of finance are gaining ground with traditional bank funding in the transport sector, according to the results of the latest Close Brothers Business Barometer.
- [Team A-SAFE Completes The World’s Toughest Assault Course](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/team-a-safe-completes-the-worlds-toughest-assault-course/): Eleven miles of mud, moorland and clay. Twenty-six fiendish obstacles.
- [New Freight Forwarding Joint Venture In Romania](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/allport-cargo-services-and-keswick-enterprises-form-new-freight-forwarding-joint-venture-in-romania-acs-romania/): Two United Kingdom-based businesses – Allport Cargo Services and The Keswick Enterprises Group – have joined forces to create a new freight forwarding joint venture in Romania.
- [Microlise Becomes Corporate Supporter Of FairFuel](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/microlise-becomes-corporate-supporter-of-fairfueluk-campaign/): Transport management and telematics platform provider Microlise has become a corporate supporter for the high impact grass roots campaign FairFuelUK which last month helped stop a rise in Fuel Duty.
- [Bridgestone In Seventh Heaven After Sales Results](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bridgestone-in-seventh-heaven-after-sales-results/): Bridgestone is celebrating its best month for truck and bus radial original equipment tyre (TBR) sales for seven years, in a huge success story for the brand.
- [Wincanton Contract Renewal With Dairy Crest](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/contract-renewal-with-dairy-crest/): Wincanton plc, a leading provider of supply chain solutions in the UK and Ireland, today announces that it has renewed its distribution contract with Dairy Crest, the UK dairy food company for a further three years, bringing the relationship between the two businesses to 25 years.
- [TT Club Warns Of Liability Issues Due To Calais Crisis](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/tt-club-warns-of-liability-issues-due-to-calais-crisis/): As the political and humanitarian situation in Calais continues to unfold, the specialist freight transport insurer, TT Club provides a perspective on the implications for the freight and haulage industry and steps which operators can take to avoid heavy penalties from being caught carrying illegal immigrants.
- [New Pricing Structures At Lufthansa Cargo](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/new-pricing-structures-t-lufthansa-cargo-and-swiss-worldcargo/): Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo are adapting their pricing structure with effect from the winter flight schedule 2015/16.
- [IM Group Acquires Citroën Motors Ireland](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/im-group-acquires-citroen-motors-ireland/): IM Group, the UK-based automotive importer and distributor, has purchased Citroën Motors Ireland including the Airside retail operation in Dublin for an undisclosed sum, giving the Group the rights to import and sell Citroën and DS models throughout the Republic of Ireland.
- [Birchwood Park Responds To Occupational Demand](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/birchwood-park-responds-to-occupational-demand-with-new-50000-sq-ft-warehouse-development/): PATRIZIA, the manager of Birchwood Park, Warrington, announces it has commenced construction of a new 53,018 sq ft landmark speculative on site, in response to growing occupational demand amongst businesses in the region.
- [International Timber Partners With Canute Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/international-timber-partners-with-canute-logistics/): International Timber, the UK’s largest timber supplier and distributor, has aligned with Canute Logistics to develop its first phase of dedicated livened trailers.
- [UK Border Force Code Is Part Of The Job, Says The RHA](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/uk-border-force-code-is-part-of-the-job-says-the-rha/): Hauliers and drivers have to do the best they can in the face of an escalating crisis with migrants.
- [Rix Sea Shuttle Expands Fleet With Biggest Vessel Yet](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/rix-sea-shuttle-expands-fleet-with-biggest-vessel-yet/): Rix Sea Shuttle will take delivery of a 27.4 metre ship made by French company Piriou in April, 2016.
- [Vehicle Rescue Provider Macmillan Cancer Support](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/vehicle-rescue-provider-partners-with-macmillan-cancer-support/): startrescue.co.uk, the rapidly expanding motor breakdown cover provider,has teamed up with Macmillan Cancer Support in order to raise as much funds as possible for the charity by making a donation for every new policy sold directly through its website.
- [Truckers Take To Bikes For FTA Safe Driving Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/truckers-take-to-bikes-for-fta-safe-driving-scheme/): Truck drivers will be riding round Belfast on bikes as part of a new scheme aimed at improving safety for all road users.
- [DHL Global To Sponsor Business Growth Award](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/dhl-global-forwarding-to-sponsor-business-growth-award-at-manufacturings-annual-oscars/): EEF, the manufacturers’ organisation, is partnering with DHL Global Forwarding, to deliver its annual awards this year, adding to the already impressive line-up of sponsors.
- [IATA Disappointed By Aéroports De Paris Charges Agreement](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iata-disappointed-by-aeroports-de-paris-2016-2020-airport-charges-agreement/): The International Air Transport Association (IATA) criticized the decision by the French Government to allow the operator of Paris-Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and Paris-Orly (ORY) airports to continue increasing airport charges for each year of the 2016-2020 period.
- [GKN Driveline Announces Major Investment In Poland](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/gkn-driveline-announces-major-investment-in-poland/): GKN Driveline, the world’s leading supplier of automotive driveline systems and technology, announces the first phase of a significant expansion of its operations in Poland, with the construction of a new production facility.
- [Awards Shortlist Port Of Dover For Port Of The Year](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/national-transport-awards-shortlist-port-of-dover-for-port-of-the-year-accolade/): The Port of Dover was able to demonstrate how 2014 was a year of positive community, business and regeneration momentum.
- [Yale Appoints New Brand Manager](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/yale-appoints-new-brand-manager/): Iain Friar has joined Yale Europe Materials Handling in the role of brand manager, taking over from Steve Ridgway who has now retired from the company.
- [UPS To Acquire Coyote Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ups-to-acquire-coyote-logistics/): UPS has entered into a definitive purchase agreement to acquire Coyote Logistics, a technology-driven, non-asset based truckload freight brokerage company for $1.8 billion from Warburg Pincus.
- [Europcar Supplier To Sport Keep Athletes On The Road](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/europcar-official-supplier-to-uk-sport-to-keep-athletes-on-the-road-to-rio/): Europcar, the leader in vehicle hire services in Europe, has been chosen as the Official Car Hire Supplier to UK Sport.
- [Rolls–Royce Delivery Of Power And Propulsion Systems](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/rolls-royce-completes-delivery-of-power-and-propulsion-systems-package-for-future-uss-zumwalt-multi-mission-destroyer/): Rolls-Royce has announced delivery of the twin fixed pitch propellers to Bath Iron Works for installation on the US Navy’s most modern surface combatant, the future USS Zumwalt, the first ship of the DDG 1000 multi-mission destroyer class.
- [On-Line Petition: Protect Drivers, End Operation Stack](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/rha-launches-on-line-petition-protect-drivers-end-operation-stack/): The RHA has today launched a mass petition to restore law and order in Calais, to put an end to Operation Stack and to stop the misery for hundreds of thousands of holiday makers planning to cross the Channel.
- [Four Decades of McBurney Group’s Volvo Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/four-decades-of-mcburney-groups-volvo-fleet/): Although the McBurney Group, celebrating 50 years in business, precedes the introduction of Volvo Trucks in Northern Ireland, the Company was one of the first in line to purchase and test the Swedish brand when Dennison Commercials secured the Volvo franchise in 1970.
- [40% Of Tube Network Set For Major Boost In Capacity](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/transport-for-london-confirms-40-per-cent-of-tube-network-set-for-major-boost-in-capacity/): Transport for London (TfL) has awarded the contract to deliver the vital modernisation of the signalling and train control system on the next four London Underground (LU) lines to global transportation systems provider Thales.
- [Telematics Provides The Spark For Electrical Services](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/telematics-provides-the-spark-for-electrical-services-business/): Ayjay Group, an electrical services business, has improved project turnaround and call-out response time after implementing a telematics system from Masternaut, one of Europe’s leading telematics providers.
- [Boycott Calais? T&L’s Ciaran Jarosz Gives His Opinion](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/boycott-calais-tls-ciaran-jarosz-gives-his-opinion/): Transport & Logistic's magazine editor Ciaran Jarosz gives his forthright opinion on Calais migrant crisis debate: "In the eyes of the media it's been a mixed bag of opinion regarding the migrant crisis in Calais, with subsections of the public finding sympathy with their situation and others being angered at the blatant disregard for order and the international boundaries of our proud country.
- [UPS Makes Substantial Move To Renewable Fuels](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/ups-makes-substantial-move-to-renewable-fuels/): UPS have announced agreements for up to 46 million gallons of renewable fuels over the next three years, constituting a 15-fold increase over prior contracts and making UPS one of the largest users of renewable diesel in the world.
- [Work To Prepare For Aircraft Carriers Well Underway](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/work-to-prepare-for-aircraft-carriers-well-underway-in-portsmouth/): Work by the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) to ready Portsmouth Naval Base for the arrival of the Queen Elizabeth Class aircraft carriers is well underway.
- [RTITB: How To Spot Fraudulent Operator Certificates](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/rtitb-how-to-spot-fraudulent-operator-certificates/): According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) forklift trucks are involved in about a quarter of all workplace transport accidents.
- [Michelin Crossclimate Cooking With British Gas](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/michelin-crossclimate-cooking-with-british-gas/): Britain’s largest energy provider, British Gas, is to fit Michelin CrossClimate tyres to its fleet of 13,000 commercial vehicles.
- [Ryder Upgrades Trailer Rental Fleet with 350 New Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/ryder-upgrades-trailer-rental-fleet-with-350-new-trailers/): Ryder is refreshing its trailer rental fleet with 350 new trailers underlining its commitment to providing customers with access to one of the most modern and versatile trailer rental fleets in the UK.
- [Eight Year Power-by-the-Hour Contract With AJW Aviation](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/miat-mongolian-airlines-confirms-eight-year-power-by-the-hour-contract-with-ajw-aviation/): MIAT Mongolian Airlines, the national flag carrier based in Ulaanbataar, has chosen AJW Aviation to provide full power-by-the-hour services for three Boeing 737NG aircraft.
- [ITF Seafarers' Trust Announce Welfare Vehicle Effectiveness](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/itf-seafarers-trust-announces-welfare-vehicle-effectiveness-survey/): The ITF Seafarers' Trust - which often pays for vehicles for seafarers' welfare bodies and missions - has announced it will be surveying their uses and effectiveness so as to use its grants as effectively as possible.
- [Flood Defence To Protect Industrial Estate And Warehouses](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/flood-defence-to-protect-industrial-estate-and-warehouses/): Construction has begun on Phase 1 of the Perry Barr and Witton Flood Risk Management Scheme, which will help to reduce flood risk to over 1,400 properties, including 950 homes.
- [Smart Ticketing To Transform Travel For Passengers](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/smart-ticketing-to-transform-travel-for-southeastern-passengers/): Rail passengers in Kent and parts of East Sussex will soon benefit from more convenient and smoother journeys thanks to a £5.5 million plan to roll out smart cards across Southeastern’s network.
- [Busiest June Ever For Edinburgh Airport](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/busiest-june-ever-for-edinburgh-airport/): Over one million passengers travelled through Edinburgh Airport last month, making it the busiest June on record for the airport and its second busiest month ever.
- [Call For Deployment Of The Military At The Port Of Calais](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/rha-reiterates-its-call-for-deployment-of-the-military-at-the-port-of-calais/): s the Home Secretary prepares to chair a Cobra meeting on the Calais crisis, RHA Chief Executive Richard Burnett has reiterated the Association’s call for the French military to be deployed to secure the Port of Calais.
- [New Study Finds ‘Sweet Spots And Pain Points'](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/new-study-finds-sweet-spots-and-pain-points-in-the-car-buying-journey/): Auto Trader has completed a comprehensive research project looking at what's good, and what could be improved in the car buying journey.
- [Peel Ports Launches New Greenock Service](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/peel-ports-launches-new-greenock-service/): A new shipping service from Greenock to Rotterdam via Liverpool and Belfast will open up new routes to market for businesses in Glasgow and the west coast of Scotland looking to export Scottish products to the rest of the world.
- [SEGRO Announces Half-Year Financial Results](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/segro-announces-half-year-financial-results/): SEGRO plc has announced its results for the six months ended 30 June 2015.
- [Railway Crossing Safety Campaign Targets Cyclists](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/railway-crossing-safety-campaign-targets-summer-cyclists/): Thousands of Brits will be taking to two wheels as the summer holidays begin this week, inspired by the Tour de France - and with many cycle paths meeting railway level crossings, Network Rail is issuing a timely reminder to cyclists to take extra care as they bike through the countryside.
- [MAN Invests In The Company’s Future](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/man-invests-in-the-companys-future/): MAN, the commercial vehicle and mechanical engineering player, is addressing its current cost structures and significantly enhancing efficiency to better respond to market fluctuations in the future and to maintain its high competitive level.
- [Election Confidence Sees Supply Chain Vacancies Jump](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/post-election-confidence-sees-supply-chain-vacancies-jump-26-year-on-year/): The number of supply chain jobs advertised year-on-year in the UK in the second quarter of 2015 has increased by 26%, according to research from specialist recruiter Robert Walters.
- [DAF Trucks Launches DAF UK Technician Of The Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/daf-trucks-launches-2015-daf-uk-technician-of-the-year/): Recognised as an increasingly significant part of its Customer Support portfolio and as a key event in its corporate calendar, DAF Trucks has announced details of its 2015 DAF UK Technician of the Year awards.
- [Parking Tickets Five Times More Likely In London](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/parking-tickets-five-times-more-likely-in-london-fta-survey-finds/): Lorry and van drivers are five times more likely to get a parking ticket in London than elsewhere in the country, according to a Freight Transport Association (FTA) online survey.
- [New FM Global Fire Protection Guidelines](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/new-fm-global-fire-protection-guidelines-could-reduce-warehouse-owners-costs-by-millions/): FM Global - one of the world’s largest commercial and industrial property insurers – today unveiled a new, more effective fire protection approach for warehouses that could reduce businesses’ loss prevention costs by millions of pounds.
- [IAG Cargo And Finnair Link Networks In Deal](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-and-finnair-link-networks-in-innovative-freighter-sharing-deal/): IAG Cargo has partnered with Finnair Cargo to increase the reach of their respective networks by entering into a block space agreement on freighter capacity operating between London Luton and Helsinki.
- [IRTE Names Bus And Coach Champions](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/irte-names-bus-and-coach-champions/): The IRTE Skills Challenge aims to find the best bus and coach technicians and apprentices in the UK and Ireland by testing their skills and knowledge in a series of mechanical, electrical and bodywork tasks.
- [Yodel Appoints Mark Horrobin To Lead Peak Programme](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/yodel-appoints-mark-horrobin-to-lead-peak-programme/): Independent parcel carrier Yodel has appointed Mark Horrobin to the newly created role of Peak Programme Director.
- [Gatwick Airport To Achieve Record-Breaking Summer](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/gatwick-airport-to-achieve-record-breaking-summer/): London Gatwick is set to have record-breaking summer with 6.8 million passengers expected to travel through the airport.
- [Best Half-Year For UK Car Manufacturing](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/best-half-year-for-uk-car-manufacturing-since-2008-as-productivity-accelerates/): British car manufacturing delivered a strong performance in June with volumes up 5.4% over the same month last year, according to new figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
- [Port Delays Cost Freight Industry £750,000 A Day](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/port-delays-cost-freight-industry-750000-a-day-says-fta-2/): Port delays on both sides of the Channel are costing the UK logistics industry £750,000 a day according to figures just released by the Freight Transport Association (FTA).
- [P&O Ferries Boosts Fleet For Peak Summer Season](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/new-freight-capacity-on-english-channel-as-po-ferries-boosts-fleet-for-peak-summer-season/): P&O Ferries has acted to meet strong demand in the English Channel ferry market and offer more choice to its customers by bringing a sixth ship back into service on the route.
- [Manchester Airports Group Delivers Another Strong Year](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/manchester-airports-group-delivers-another-strong-year-of-growth-investment-and-development/): Strong financial performance (EBITDA +17.2% to £283.6m) that has exceeded expectations and been driven by industry-leading increases in both passenger numbers and commercial revenues.
- [DHL Signs Official Logistics Partner Deal With MotoGP](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/dhl-signs-official-logistics-partner-deal-with-motogp/): DHL, the world’s leading logistics company, today announced a new three-year partnership with the world’s premier motorcycle racing championship, MotoGP™.
- [Sale Of Warehouse Completes At Manners Estate](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/sale-of-warehouse-completes-at-manners-industrial-estate/): Acting on behalf of private clients FHP have recently completed the sale of a 7,193ft² industrial unit on the popular Manners Industrial Estate in Ilkeston, Derbyshire to Auto Spares (Sutton) Limited.
- [Northern Rail Leads The Way For Samaritans](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/northern-rail-leads-the-way-for-samaritans-3/): Samaritans’ volunteers from across the North of England will be heading to their local train stations on Friday 24 July to mark Talk to Us, the charity’s annual awareness campaign.
- [Port Of Lowestoft Town Quay Re-Opened](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/port-of-lowestoft-town-quay-re-opened-following-4-5-million-investment/): Associated British Ports (ABP) has invested £4.5 million in the reconstruction of Town Quay at the Port of Lowestoft, ensuring it is fit for purpose for at least the next 50 years.
- [Incentives Could Improve London’s Air Quality Now](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/incentives-could-improve-londons-air-quality-now-says-fta/): The Mayor of London could immediately improve the city’s air quality by offering incentives such as discounted congestion charging to the cleanest freight operators, says the Freight Transport Association.
- [Paul S. Winson Coaches See The ‘Green’ Light](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/paul-s-winson-coaches-see-the-green-light-with-routemaster-fleet-control/): Paul S. Winson Coaches, one of the leading coach operators in the East Midlands has ‘dramatically improved’ driving standards, cut fuel costs and improved passenger comfort with the aid of routeMaster from AGM Telematics.
- [£1.5B Investment Awarded To Upgrade Motorways](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/over-1-5-billion-of-investment-awarded-to-upgrade-motorways-in-england/): Three of these projects will start in autumn this year: 2 in the Midlands - M1 J19 to J16 in Northamptonshire and the M5 J4a to J6 in Worcestershire, and 1 in the North West - M6 J16 to J19 near Stoke-on-Trent.
- [Britain’s Railways Now Safest In Europe](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/britains-railways-now-safest-in-europe/): The Office of Rail and Road's (ORR) annual safety report published today, welcomes the rail industry's strong track record on improving safety and highlights the need for it to meet the challenges of growth and change.
- [New Device Detects Migrants In Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/new-device-detects-migrants-in-trucks/): A new portable device that can detect migrants in the back of trucks is now on sale through the Freight Transport Association website.
- [Rhenus Logistics Flying To New Heights](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/rhenus-logistics-flying-to-new-heights-with-opening-of-heathrow-depot/): Leading freight forwarder, Rhenus Logistics UK, has further strengthened its existing network with the opening of a new facility located close to major international airport, Heathrow.
- [Jungheinrich Announce Strong Growth Figures](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/jungheinrich-announce-strong-growth-figures/): Leading materials handling solutions specialist, the Jungheinrich Group, has announced that in the first four months of 2015 its global sales increased by 9 per cent to 846 million euros compared to the same period in 2014.
- [Finalists For CILT Annual Awards For Excellence Announced](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/finalists-for-the-2015-cilt-annual-awards-for-excellence-announced/): Some of the biggest names in the UK’s logistics and transport industry feature on the shortlist for this year’s prestigious awards event.
- [B&B Attachments For Charcon Construction Solutions](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/bb-attachments-takes-the-burden-for-charcon-construction-solutions/): Charcon Construction Solutions is a construction company providing innovative offsite-manufactured components and precast products for most stages of construction.
- [Spring Global Mail Launches A New Logistics Service](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/spring-global-mail-launches-a-new-logistics-service-from-the-uk-for-lithium-batteries/): Spring Global Mail (Spring) has launched in the UK a new postal service for sending lithium batteries to European destinations.
- [Telematics Improves Fleet Car Mileage Logging](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/telematics-improves-fleet-car-mileage-logging-and-cuts-administration-time-for-reliance-worldwide/): Reliance Worldwide Corporation (UK) Ltd, a leading provider of water control systems and plumbing solutions, has improved mileage logging and slashed administration times after implementing a telematics system from Masternaut, one of Europe’s leading telematics providers.
- [Trelleborg Wins Major Rail Suspension Order For Crossrail](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/trelleborg-wins-major-rail-suspension-order-for-crossrail-project/): Trelleborg’s industrial anti-vibration solutions operation has secured a significant order to supply rail suspension solutions for the highly-anticipated Crossrail project in the UK and its new fleet of trains.
- [XPO Logistics Continues 35-Year Tradition](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/xpo-logistics-continues-35-year-tradition-as-official-carrier-of-tour-de-france/): As the official transport partner of Amaury Sport Organisation (ASO), organisers of the Tour de France, XPO Logistics is providing a complete transport solution for the world’s most famous cycle race.
- [Government’s Bid To Stop Migrants Boarding Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/governments-bid-to-stop-migrants-boarding-trucks-in-calais-to-enter-uk-must-only-be-the-start-says-rob-flello/): Government efforts to stop migrants boarding trucks in Calais to enter Britain illegally “must only be the start”, the Chairman of Parliament’s All-Party Freight Transport Group has insisted.
- [Wincanton Announce New Contract Win With BAE Systems](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/wincanton-announce-new-contract-win-with-bae-systems/): Wincanton plc, a leading provider of supply chain solutions in the UK and Ireland, today announces that it has won a new contract with BAE Systems to supply its Military Air & Information (MAI) operations.
- [Meeting The Challenge Of A National Living Wage](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/john-oreilly-meeting-the-challenge-of-a-national-living-wage/): The Chancellor’s surprise announcement in the Summer Budget to introduce a “national living wage” of £7.20 per hour for workers aged over 25 from next April is good news for both workers and employers.
- [Advanced Mercedes-Benz Safety Truck Stars](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/advanced-mercedes-benz-safety-truck-stars-at-historic-cart-marking-ceremony/): Transport industry excellence of the past, present and future came together when Mercedes-Benz presented its latest cyclist- and pedestrian-friendly Econic construction vehicle at an ancient event in the heart of the City of London.
- [More Than 50 All-Electric Buses To Enter Service In London](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/more-than-50-all-electric-buses-to-enter-service-in-london/): Transport for London (TfL) has announced that two further bus routes, the 507 and 521, will operate entirely with electric buses from autumn next year, lowering carbon emissions and helping to improve London's air quality.
- [MAN Is ‘Simply the Best’ For Plant Hire Specialists](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/man-is-simply-the-best-for-plant-hire-specialists/): T&M Plant Hire orders 10 new trucks from MAN Truck & Bus UK to meet demands of city bypass contract.
- [ABP And Tata Teamwork Wins Top Industry Award](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/abp-and-tata-teamwork-wins-top-industry-award/): Associated British Ports (ABP) and Tata Steel Europe (TSE) have been recognised with an award for an innovative steel loading operation that ensured the delivery of a large parcel of steel from the Port of Port Talbot.
- [CEVA Opens New Industrial Spare Parts Center](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/ceva-opens-new-industrial-spare-parts-distribution-center-in-born/): CEVA Logistics, one of the world’s leading supply chain companies, has today announced the opening of a global distribution center for industrial spare parts, consisting of warehousing space of 12,000 sq m and a yard of 10,000 sq m in Born, the Netherlands.
- [Two-Thirds Of Drivers Won’t Take Rest Breaks](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/two-thirds-of-drivers-wont-take-rest-breaks-on-any-long-journey-iam-finds/): As many as 65 per cent of drivers on long journeys do not to stop to take rest breaks on the motorway because they don’t feel they have any need to.
- [STILL UK Signs Deal For £5m New-Build Facility](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/still-uk-signs-deal-for-5m-new-build-facility/): Global materials handling company STILL, has signed a deal for a new £5m facility at Hill Barton Business Park in Exeter, Devon.
- [Commission Approves Acquisition Of Aer Lingus By IAG](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/commission-approves-acquisition-of-aer-lingus-by-iag/): The European Commission has cleared under the EU Merger Regulation the proposed acquisition of Irish airline Aer Lingus by International Consolidated Airlines Group (IAG).
- [CargoSmart Launches Big Schedules Search Engine](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/cargosmart-launches-big-schedules-search-engine/): CargoSmart Limited, a global shipment management software solutions provider that leverages big data for greater visibility and benchmarking, today announced Big Schedules, a new sailing schedule search platform that helps shippers and logistics service providers manage and visualize their ocean routes.
- [Cost Of Spoiled Loads Due To The Migrant Crisis](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/cost-of-spoiled-loads-due-to-the-migrant-crisis-to-hit-1bn-per-annum/): RHA Chief Executive Richard Burnett has highlighted the dramatic cost of spoiled loads due to the migrant crisis in Calais, estimated to be running at approximately £1 billion per annum.
- [Family Affair At Transdev’s Keighley Depot](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/family-affair-at-transdevs-keighley-depot/): It’s a real family affair at the Keighley depot of bus company Transdev – thanks to driver Steff Simeone and his sons.
- [Pioneer Marine Appoints V.Ships India As Technical Managers](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/pioneer-marine-appoints-v-ships-india-as-technical-managers/): V.Ships, the ship management arm of global maritime services provider V.Group, has recently completed the transfer of the rapidly growing Pioneer fleet of geared dry bulk carriers into its management portfolio.
- [Too Little, Too Late To Transform UK Export Performance](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/too-little-too-late-to-transform-uk-export-performance-says-rhenus-logistics/): Leading freight forwarder, Rhenus Logistics UK, has criticised Chancellor Osborne’s latest budget for not going far enough to solve Britain’s chronically poor export performance.
- [Complete Range Of Thermo King R-452A Refrigerant](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/complete-range-of-thermo-king-single-and-multi-temperature-slxe-trailer-units-with-r-452a-refrigerant-now-with-atp-certification/): Thermo King, a manufacturer of transport temperature control solutions for a variety of mobile applications and a brand of Ingersoll Rand, announced today that its entire range of the SLXe™ trailer refrigeration units compatible with next generation, low global warming potential (GWP) R-452A refrigerant, are now ATP[1] certified.
- [Duke Of Gloucester Opens Victorian Waiting Rooms](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/duke-of-gloucester-officially-opens-renovated-victorian-waiting-rooms-at-worcester-shrub-hill/): The Duke of Gloucester has officially opened the renovated Victorian waiting rooms at Worcester Shrub Hill station.
- [FIATA Announce Winner Of Young Forwarder Award](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/fiata-announce-winner-of-young-forwarder-award/): FIATA celebrates the achievements of young freight forwarders working for logistics companies in its ranks at its Annual Congress every year.
- [The Impact Of Investment In Low Carbon Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/research-reveals-the-impact-of-investment-in-low-carbon-vehicles-at-cenex-lcv-2015/): Innovate UK showcases the best of British technology and companies at CENEX LCV 2015 Innovate UK, the UK’s innovation agency, has unveiled the results of research into the impact of its investment into companies developing innovative low carbon vehicle technologies since 2007, through its Low Carbon Vehicles Innovation Platform (LCV IP) and its other, targeted investments in manufacturer’s innovations.
- [Renault Range T Optifuel Delivers 10.9% Fuel Saving](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/renault-range-t-optifuel-delivers-10-9-fuel-saving-independently-certified-by-tuv-rheinland/): Renault Trucks is pleased to report that leading global test agency, TUV Rheinland, has independently certified a 10.9% fuel saving for the Renault Range T Optifuel with driver training compared to a standard Range T.
- [Just How Prepared For Black Friday Are You?](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/just-how-prepared-for-black-friday-are-you/): By Nigel Greenslade UK retailers were sent reeling last November when British shoppers spent online an estimated £810 million in one day, due to a new retail phenomenon imported from the US dubbed Black Friday.
- [Better Grip And Lower Fuel Consumption With Volvo](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/better-grip-and-lower-fuel-consumption-with-volvos-new-tandem-axle-lift/): Volvo Trucks is now launching a new function - Tandem Axle Lift - which makes it possible to disengage and raise the second drive axle.
- [The Goodwood Revival Celebrate 67 years Of Production](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/the-goodwood-revival-will-celebrate-67-years-of-land-rover-production/): On September 11- 13 with a huge gathering of early versions of the iconic British all-wheel-drive vehicle and some of the latest Defenders to roll off the production line.
- [TNT Invites Customers To ‘Keep Scoring’ With New Campaign](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/tnt-invites-customers-to-keep-scoring-with-new-campaign/): Express delivery company TNT has launched a football themed pan-European marketing campaign designed to improve customer loyalty and attract new customers.
- [Mitie Retains TfL Street Furniture Cleaning Contract](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/mitie-retains-tfl-street-furniture-cleaning-contract/): Mitie, the facilities management company, has retained the street furniture cleaning and maintenance contract with Transport for London (TfL).
- [Symbio FCell & Arcola Energy : Hydrogen For Urban Fleets](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/symbio-fcell-and-arcola-energy-demonstrate-commercial-potential-of-hydrogen-for-urban-fleets-at-cenex-lcv2015/): Leading designer and manufacturer of Fuel Cell Systems and Range Extenders Symbio FCell, and innovative UK engineering services business Arcola Energy, will be teaming up to demonstrate the real, commercial opportunity of hydrogen (H2) and fuel cell technologies for urban fleet vehicles at Cenex LCV2015 – the UK’s premier low carbon vehicle event.
- [Coffee Retailers Give Caffeine Kick To Railway Retail Sales](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/coffee-retailers-give-caffeine-kick-to-railway-retail-sales/): Passengers and station users spent more than £11m at coffee retailers at Britain’s biggest and busiest railway stations from April to June 2015, purchasing the equivalent of 5.1 million cups of coffee.
- [Maritime Report At International Shipping Week](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/major-maritime-report-launched-as-london-international-shipping-week-gets-underway/): A major report examining how to maximise Britain’s potential as a maritime nation was published yesterday (7 September 2015), marking the first day of London International Shipping Week 2015.
- [FTA Encourages Students To Think Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/fta-encourages-students-to-think-logistics/): FTA is working to encourage young people to consider opportunities in the logistics industry in becoming a sponsor of the Think Logistics initiative, a scheme created to promote the industry and to attract students to a career in logistics whilst raising their aspirations.
- [Arco Adds New Waterproof Cut Control Gloves](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/arco-adds-new-waterproof-cut-control-gloves-to-popular-colour-system/): Arco, the UK’s leading supplier of safety clothing and equipment has extended its innovative Cut Control System with brand new waterproof versions.
- [Quartix Appoints Head Of US Operations](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/quartix-appoints-head-of-us-operations/): Quartix Ltd., one of the UK's leading suppliers of vehicle tracking systems, software and services, is pleased to announce the appointment of Claire M.
- [Thomas Miller Acquires Specialist Marine Law Firm](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/thomas-miller-acquires-specialist-marine-law-firm/): Thomas Miller the international insurance, professional and insurance services provider announces the acquisition of the partners and staff of specialist marine law firm, Davies Johnson & Co of Plymouth.
- [Yodel Unveils Official Tour Of Britain Trailer Design](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/yodel-unveils-official-tour-of-britain-trailer-design/): Aviva Tour of Britain logistics partner and sprints sponsor, Yodel, has unveiled the official Tour of Britain trailer, which was wrapped by Ast Signs.
- [‘Pounds Per Pallet Stored’, Says Bob Montague](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/pounds-per-pallet-stored-comparisons-leave-companies-short-changed-when-it-comes-to-choosing-a-3pl-says-bob-montague/): Businesses that outsource control of their supply chain function to specialist third party logistics (3PL) companies are increasingly forced to look to replace their 3PL – often within months of the start of their contract period – due to shortcomings in the quality and range of services that the chosen logistics company is able to provide.
- [ISS Develops Cruise Business With VP Cruise Solutions](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/iss-develops-cruise-business-with-new-vp-cruise-solutions-at-the-helm/): Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS), the world-leading marine, cargo and supply chain solutions provider, is embarking on an ambitious plan to develop its cruise business with the appointment of Grant Holmes as Vice President, Cruise Solutions.
- [Demand For Cutting Edge Fleet Systems And Dedication](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/demand-for-cutting-edge-fleet-systems-and-dedication-to-customer-service-drives-new-appointments/): Leading software supplier Jaama has appointed two new senior project managers, Keith Newman and Elaine Pitts as demand for its sophisticated web-based fleet and asset management solutions continue to rise.
- [Casualties In Enclosed Spaces Blight The Shipping Industry](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/casualties-in-enclosed-spaces-continue-to-blight-the-shipping-industry-warns-uk-pi-club/): Accidents relating to entry into enclosed spaces have resulted in a large number of deaths of both ship and shore personnel so far this year.
- [Savills Energy Highlights Three Month ESOS Countdown](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/savills-energy-highlights-three-month-esos-countdown/): With just three months until the deadline for compliance with the ESOS (Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme) Regulations 2014, just 152 organisations have notified the Environment Agency that they are fully compliant (sourced 25 August).
- [Go-Ahead Year Results Show Significant, Successful Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/go-ahead-full-year-results-show-signiticant-and-successful-year/): Notes: * Excludes amortisation, goodwill impairment and exceptional items + Adjusted for the impact of IAS 19 (revised) David Brown, Group Chief Executive, commented: “I am pleased with the Group’s financial performance in the year; with overall operating profit of £114.7m, slightly ahead of our expectations.
- [Cut Admin Costs To Ease Driver Crisis Urges Lobster](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/cut-admin-costs-to-ease-driver-crisis-urges-lobster/): Freight and logistics firms should streamline back office operations and utilise the resources saved to address driver shortages, claims Chesterfield-based EDI experts, Lobster.
- [Major Railway Rebuilding Successfully Delivered](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/major-railway-rebuilding-successfully-delivered-over-bank-holiday-at-london-bridge/): Passengers and railway neighbours have been thanked for their patience after a weekend of Network Rail work in and around London Bridge.
- [Hans Infomatic's Software Connects To 90 Airlines](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/hans-infomatics-software-solution-connects-to-more-than-90-airlines-through-win/): Hans Infomatic’s web-based ‘AMS’ application enables customers to access one streamlined process for e-Customs filing as well as electronic Air Waybills (e-AWBs), and e-manifests to over 90 airlines, using the WIN platform.
- [CML Supports Sustainability With Solar Panels Project](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/cml-supports-sustainability-with-solar-panels-project/): Core Management Logistics (CML) has shown its green side by taking part in a big environmental project which has seen over 450,000 solar panels shipped to the UK to be used in new solar farms.
- [BVRLA’s Conciliation Service Receives The Stamp Of Approval](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bvrlas-conciliation-service-receives-the-stamp-of-approval/): The British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association's Conciliation Service has been approved by the Government as a Consumer ADR body under the new Alternative Dispute Resolution regulation.
- [Multi-Billion Dollar Air Cargo Price Fixing Litigation](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/multi-billion-dollar-air-cargo-price-fixing-litigation-headed-to-trial-in-brooklyn/): A trial has been set for January 25, 2016 in a class action seeking billions of dollars in compensation from airlines alleged to have participated in a worldwide price-fixing conspiracy affecting shipments of air cargo.
- [Wales Office Minister Alun Cairns Visits Welsh ports](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/wales-office-minister-alun-cairns-visits-welsh-ports/): Wales Office Minister Alun Cairns will today (1 September) visit Newport and Cardiff ports operated by Associated British Ports (ABP), to highlight the significant role Welsh ports play in growing the Welsh economy.
- [71% Of Supply Chain And Procurement Hiring Managers](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/booming-economy-drives-71-of-supply-chain-and-procurement-hiring-managers-to-plan-recruitment/): 71% of supply chain and procurement employers have expressed plans to hire supply chain and procurement staff in the second half of 2015.
- [Comment: The launch of the Safer Lorry Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/comment-the-launch-of-the-safer-lorry-scheme/): Following the introduction of the Safer Lorry Scheme, HGVs that fail to meet strict safety requirements are now legally banned from the capital’s roads.
- [New Signalling At Stafford Completed On Time](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/new-signalling-at-stafford-completed-on-time-and-on-budget/): Passengers were on the move through Stafford again this morning (1 September) after new railway signalling was successfully installed over the bank holiday weekend.
- [Peterborough Storage And Logistics Firm Expands](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/peterborough-storage-and-logistics-firm-expands-with-bank-support/): Barnack Estates UK Ltd, which operates in the storage, construction and confectionary sectors, has extended its premises with £1m funding from Yorkshire Bank.
- [The Logistics Sector Is A Promising Market For IT Providers](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/the-logistics-sector-is-a-promising-market-for-it-service-providers/): The requirements that have to be met by logistics are becoming more complex all the time, and transport volumes are increasing.
- [Land Rover Unlocks Fleet Of 450 Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/land-rover-unlocks-fleet-of-450-vehicles-to-support-rugby-world-cup-2015/): LandRover has delivered a fleet of 450 vehicles to support Rugby World Cup 2015 as part of its role as Official Vehicle Partner for the Tournament.
- [£1.7 Million Resurfacing For Port of Liverpool Route](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/1-7-million-resurfacing-for-port-of-liverpool-route/): Highways England is resurfacing a two and a half mile stretch of the A5036 from the junction with the M57 and the M58, known as Switch Island, to the junction with Hawthorne Road.
- [Company Founder And Legend Tony Bamber Passes Away](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/company-founder-and-legend-tony-bamber-passes-away/): Company founder and legend Tony Bamber passes away Founder of Anthony’s Travel, Tony Bamber passed away on Monday 11th May 2015 after a courageous battle with cancer.
- [FTA Transport Manager Tackling Skills Shortage](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/fta-transport-manager-tackling-skills-shortage/): How to fill the skills gap and to engage, develop and retain your staff will be top of the agenda at the forthcoming FTA Transport Manager Conference series.
- [ABP Welcomes Head Of Operations To Hull And Goole](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/abp-welcomes-new-head-of-operations-to-hull-and-goole/): Associated British Ports (ABP) Humber has welcomed Colin McLoughlin to the role of Head of Operations at the ports of Hull and Goole.
- [Broker Sector Sees 10% Growth In First Half Of 2015](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/leasing-broker-sector-sees-10-growth-in-first-half-of-2015/): The latest figures from the BVRLA show that leasing brokers continue to play an important role in the vehicle finance sector.
- [Girls “Switch Off” And Don't Become Women Engineer](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/rail-chiefs-to-act-as-new-research-reveals-girls-switch-off-from-engineering-by-14/): Network Rail today pledged to change its approach as it seeks to boost the number of women working on the railways after new research revealed that girls as young as seven have an ‘unconscious bias’ against engineering and by 14, many have fully switched off from it as a career option.
- [Project To Reduce Vehicles' Fuel Consumption By 13 %](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/a-collaborative-project-to-reduce-distribution-vehicles-fuel-consumption-by-13/): Renault Trucks and six partners have just launched the EDIT (Efficient Distribution Truck) project, which aims to reduce distribution vehicles’ fuel consumption by 13% compared with a current production vehicle, thanks to the use of innovative technologies.
- [New Keg Clamp Attachment  From B&B](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/new-keg-clamp-attachment-from-bb/): B&B Attachments the UK’s leading supplier of forklift truck attachments, has joined forces with its German partner KAUP to design the new Keg Clamp 2T415BKN forklift attachment.
- [The Logistics Sector Should Be Aware Of New HMRC](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/the-logistics-sector-should-be-aware-of-new-hmrc-controls-for-alcohol-wholesalers-retailers-says-ukwa-excise-duty-expert/): The logistics sector should be aware of new HMRC controls for alcohol wholesalers and retailers, says Alan Powell, UKWA’s excise duty expert.
- [Demand & Big Ships Driving Port Investment Boom](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/rising-demand-bigger-ships-driving-container-port-investment-boom/): Rising global container port demand and ever larger vessels are driving terminal operators to make significant investments in additional capacity, according to the Global Container Terminal Operators Annual Report 2015 published by global shipping consultancy Drewry.
- [DHL Africa Launches Pocket-Sized, All-Touch Computers](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/dhl-africa-launches-pocket-sized-all-touch-computers/): The rise of e-commerce and increased competition are driving the demand for real-time supply chain visibility.
- [Flybe Confirms Expanded Winter Schedule From Glasgow](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/flybe-confirms-expanded-winter-schedule-from-glasgow/): Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, has announced the return of flights to and from Exeter as part of its 2015-16 Winter programme, operating four days a week and effective for travel between 25th October 2015 and 26th March 2016.
- [Crown Appoints Managing Director UK Operations](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/crown-appoints-managing-director-uk-operations/): Simon Barkworth (41) has been appointed to the position of Managing Director UK Operations at Crown Lift Trucks.
- [AGM Telematics Announce Release Of Free routeMASTER App](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/agm-telematics-announce-release-of-free-routemaster-mobile-app/): AGM Telematics, the fleet management and vehicle tracking solutions provider, has updated its popular and market-proven app and is offering the device free-of-charge to all routeMASTER users.
- [Board Member Re-Appointments Show Further Confidence](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/board-member-re-appointments-show-further-confidence-in-port-of-dover/): Non-Executive Board Members, Frank Martin and Erik Østergaard, have both been re-appointed to the Dover Harbour Board (DHB) for a further three years.
- [Building Apprenticeships In Transport Sector](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/building-apprenticeships-in-transport-sector-at-heart-of-government-infrastructure-investment-plans/): More than 30,000 apprenticeship places will be created across the road and rail industry during the lifetime of this Parliament the government pledged today (21 August 2015).
- [Technician's Close Shave Raises Hundreds For Chairty](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/technicians-close-shave-raises-hundreds-for-chairty/): A member of staff at a Mitsubishi dealership in Bilston raised more than £300 when he took part in Macmillan Cancer Support’s Brave the Shave campaign.
- [Star Refrigeration’s Technical Lecture At The IIR](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/ammonia-focus-for-star-refrigerations-technical-lecture-at-the-iir-international-congress-of-refrigeration/): The 24th IIR international Congress of Refrigeration took place last week in Yokohama, Japan, where Star Refrigeration were Platinum Sponsors at the foremost industry conference.
- [83% of UK Consumers Unable to Buy the Product They Wanted](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/the-stock-out-paradox-83-of-uk-consumers-unable-to-buy-the-product-they-wanted-in-store-despite-living-in-the-golden-age-of-data/): 83% of UK consumers found the product they wanted to buy unavailable in-store during the past 12 months, while 70% have found the same online – this is according to a GT Nexus online survey, conducted in association with global polling company YouGov.
- [XPO Logistics Works With Radius To Develop Solutions](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/xpo-logistics-works-with-radius-to-develop-smarter-solutions/): XPO Logistics has extended the scope of its supply chain solutions for Radius Systems, a specialist polyethylene pipe producer, to incorporate a daily distribution service of fittings to Ireland and Northern Ireland.
- [Transport Company In Court Over Driver’s Death](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/transport-company-in-court-over-drivers-death/): A Norfolk-based road transport company has been sentenced for safety failings after a driver suffered life-changing injuries and later died following an incident in Broxbourne, Herts.
- [Transformed Northern Freight And Logistics Sector](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/transport-for-the-north-paves-the-way-for-transformed-northern-freight-and-logistics-sector/): Transport for the North (TfN) is set to break new ground with the creation of the UK’s first pan-regional freight and logistics strategy, designed to create the integrated transport network that the logistics sector in the north needs to drive growth and create jobs.
- [Food Manufacturing Company And Director Sentenced](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/food-manufacturing-company-and-director-sentenced-after-forklift-accident/): A multi million pound turnover food manufacturer and one of its directors have been fined after a worker was crushed by a forklift truck at its Warwickshire factory.
- [Government’s Approval Of Apprenticeship Standard](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/governments-approval-of-apprenticeship-standard-welcomed-by-supply-chain-trailblazer-group/): Prime Minister David Cameron has today confirmed radical plans to increase the number of quality trailblazer apprenticeships across the country – forming part of the government’s pledge to support 3 million apprenticeships by 2020 – placing ownership of the skills and knowledge required to perform key roles within industry firmly in the hands of the employers.
- [CAP Analysts Are Predicting A Record Year For Sales](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/cap-analysts-are-predicting-a-record-year-for-sales-of-light-commercial-vehicles/): Year end LCV registrations are likely to top 360,000 in 2015, a new record, thanks in part to the improving UK economy but mainly shaped by commercial vehicle operators moving away from larger vehicles to smaller 3.5 tonne light commercials.
- [Jungheinrich Acquires MIAS Group In Further Boost](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/jungheinrich-acquires-mias-group-in-further-boost-to-automated-systems-business/): The Jungheinrich Group has announced its acquisition of the German-owned MIAS Group.
- [Krone Launches New Dry Freight Box Trailer In The UK](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/7807-2/): Krone Trailers’ new Dry Liner launches in the UK this September and according to Krone, it will plug the gap in the market with a premium quality, code XL certified trailer which not only sets a new standard in loading flexibility but also promises to add bottom line value throughout its working life.
- [Technology To Reduce Noise Disturbance And Emissions](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/new-technology-to-reduce-noise-disturbance-and-emissions-at-london-luton-airport/): London Luton Airport (LLA) has today introduced Area Navigation (RNAV1) technology for departing flights leaving the airport along the Match/Detling flight routes used during westerly operations; helping to draw aircraft away from densely populated areas.
- [Key Appointment Will Help Drive Online Fulfilment](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/key-appointment-will-help-drive-online-fulfilment-solutions-specialists-growth-strategy/): DK Fulfilment, the e-commerce order fulfilment specialist, has announced the appointment of Robin Buxton as its European Marketing Manager.
- [UKWA Speaks Out On E-Commerce This Autumn](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/ukwa-speaks-out-on-e-commerce-this-autumn/): UKWA (United Kingdom Warehousing Association) is taking part in a series of e-commerce related events this autumn, as the voice of the logistics sector on this vitally important mega trend.
- [Lowest Regulated Fares Rise In Six Years](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/lowest-regulated-fares-rise-in-six-years/): Commenting on the release today of July’s RPI figure - 1 per cent - which is used by government to set the increase to regulated rail fares, Edward Welsh from the Rail Delivery Group, representing train operators and Network Rail, said: “Next January’s change in regulated fares will be the smallest for six years, in line with July’s low inflation rate.
- [Range Of Warehouses For Sale At Mile Oak Estate](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/range-of-warehouses-for-sale-at-mile-oak-industrial-estate/): Cooper Green Pooks of Shrewsbury has received instructions to sell MO45, Mile Oak Industrial Estate, Oswestry, SY10 8ZZ.
- [Maersk Interim Report Q2 2015](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/maersk-interim-report-q2-2015/): The Maersk Group delivered a satisfactory profit in Q2 of USD 1.1bn (USD 2.3bn) negatively impacted by the lower oil price and lower average container freight rates.
- [NASA To Discuss First Drone Delivery At Logistics Summit](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/nasa-to-discuss-first-drone-delivery-at-logistics-summit/): Emerging technologies will take center stage when speakers from NASA and Indiana State University address logistics leaders at the 13th annual Indiana Logistics Summit on Tuesday, Sept.
- [Redde Announces The Acquisition Of Leading FMG](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/redde-announces-the-acquisition-of-leading-fleet-accident-management-group-fmg/): Redde has agreed to acquire the FMG group of companies, comprising FMG Group Holdings Limited ("FMG") and its subsidiary companies and partnership interests (the "FMG Group"), for approximately £43.2 million in aggregate.
- [FTA Calls For Compensation For Operation Stack](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-calls-for-compensation-for-operation-stack/): “Compensation must be considered for UK hauliers caught up in Operation Stack,” is the message from the Freight Transport Association (FTA) today.
- [Firm Powering Up In Pink For Breast Cancer Cause](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/firm-powering-up-in-pink-for-breast-cancer-cause/): Bosses at Newtown Waste Solutions and Skip Hire are making a statement in their bid to support Breast Cancer UK’s Think Pink campaign by having their new MAN trucks dressed in shocking pink.
- [Refugee & Ferry Restrictions Risk ‘Breaking Point’](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/spike-in-refugee-numbers-and-ferry-restrictions-risk-lesbos-reaching-breaking-point/): A dramatic increase in the number of refugees arriving in Lesbos and a lack of available space on ferries to the mainland risks leaving thousands stranded and overwhelming the limited support on the island, warns the International Rescue Committee.
- [Transport Exchange Group Sees Record Growth](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/transport-exchange-group-sees-record-growth-due-to-freight-capacity-demand/): More couriers, owner drivers, hauliers, freight forwarders and logistics providers are turning to Transport Exchange Group (TEG) not only to bear down on empty returns to gain business on the move.
- [Toyota at RWM 2015](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/toyota-at-rwm-2015/): Showing their on-going commitment to the waste and recycling sectors and after many successful events over the past few years, Toyota Material Handling UK will be showcasing its range of quality forklifts and warehouse trucks at RWM, 15th - 17th September 2015 at NEC Birmingham, stand V80-W81.
- [Steve Porter Steps Up A Gear, Attracts Growing Numbers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/steve-porter-transport-steps-up-a-gear-as-isle-of-wight-attracts-growing-numbers/): The Isle of Wight’s largest independent freight carrier, Steve Porter Transport, has reported an increase in deliveries to the Island since the beginning of the year in response to the growing number of visitors to the Island and the increasing popularity of festivals and events.
- [Fuelmate One Price Fuel Card Deal Aimed At Fleets](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fuelmate-one-price-fuel-card-deal-aimed-at-fleets/): Sponsored LEADING fuel card provider Fuelmate has had a lot of positive feedback and uptake to the Fleetmate deal it launched earlier in the year.
- [WG Davies & MAN Keep Tenovus Cancer Care On Road](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/wg-davies-and-man-team-up-to-keep-tenovus-cancer-care-on-the-road/): Tenovus Cancer Care’s mobile support unit, which delivers Chemotherapy treatment in communities across Wales, has been kept on the road thanks to WG Davies and MAN Truck & Bus UK.
- [Europcar Adds Abarth 500 To Its Growing Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/europcar-adds-abarth-500-to-its-growing-fleet/): Europcar, the leader in car hire services in Europe, continues to invest in the diversity of its fleet following the addition of the sporting Abarth 500 hatchback.
- [Yodel Reaches eCommerce Awards For Excellence Finals](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/yodel-reaches-ecommerce-awards-for-excellence-finals/): Yodel’s innovative customer experience management programme, ‘Have Your Say’, has been shortlisted for a third national award, having reached the finals of the Best Innovation in eCommerce Delivery/Logistics category at the eCommerce Awards of Excellence in association with Chase Paymentech.
- [Port Of Gothenburg Bolsters RoRo Service To UK](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/port-of-gothenburg-bolsters-roro-service-to-uk/): Ro-ro companies SOL Continent Line and P&O Ferries have joined forces to establish a new service between the Port of Gothenburg and the British ports of Tilbury and Teesport.
- [Government Sale Of Investment In King’s Cross Central](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/government-starts-sale-of-its-investment-in-kings-cross-central-development/): The government announced the start of the sale process of its investment in the iconic King’s Cross Central redevelopment today (17 August 2015).
- [Arriva Launches DriveNow Concept In Danish Capital](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/arriva-launches-drivenow-concept-in-danish-capital-copenhagen/): Arriva has officially launched DriveNow in the Danish capital Copenhagen – the world's largest 100 per cent electric city car concept.
- [Europe's Top 5 Scenic Rail Journeys Explored](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/europes-top-5-scenic-rail-journeys-explored/): Rail travel is all about the journey - as much as the destination!
- [Company Vehicles Remain Key Investment For Small Businesses](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/company-vehicles-remain-key-investment-for-uk-small-businesses/): New company vehicles continue to play a central role in small and medium sized business (SME) investment plans in the second half of 2015, according to research from the UK’s leading leasing provider Lex Autolease.
- [Calais Needs An Effective Long Term Security Solution](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/calais-needs-an-effective-long-term-security-solution-says-the-rha/): The Road Haulage Association agrees with the view of the French police that the installation of extra fencing at Calais to stop migrants, intent on crossing the Channel to reach the UK, will simply push the problem elsewhere.
- [Crossrail Marks The Arrival Of 465m Long Concreting Train](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/crossrail-marks-the-arrival-of-465-metre-long-concreting-train/): Crossrail, Europe’s largest infrastructure project, has welcomed a 465 metre long concreting train which will help fit-out the Crossrail tunnels with concrete to enable tracks to be laid.
- [Wolseley UK Buys £5 Million Basildon Base](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/wolseley-uk-buys-5-million-basildon-base/): Leading commercial property developer Stoford today announced it has completed a £5 million development of a warehouse and distribution unit in Essex.
- [MAN Truck & Bus Is A Force To Be Reckoned With](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/man-truck-bus-is-a-force-to-be-reckoned-with/): Specialist firm Force One selects MAN TGS 26.480 as base for suction excavator.
- [Fleet Test Confirms FUELMAX Fuel Saving](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fleet-test-confirms-fuelmax-fuel-saving/): Goodyear´s fuel-efficient truck tyre range, FUELMAX, has been tested by German fleet Spedition Bartkowiak under practical conditions.
- [£5M Solar Farm Officially Opened At The Port Of Barry](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/5-million-solar-farm-officially-opened-at-the-port-of-barry/): Associated British Ports’ (ABP) 4.5MWp Port of Barry Solar Farm has been officially opened by Vale of Glamorgan politicians Alun Cairns MP and Jane Hutt AM.
- [Record Month For Manheim As Van Values Rise](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/record-month-for-manheim-as-van-values-rise-in-july/): Manheim, the UK’s number one commercial vehicle auction company, saw record CV volumes in July, with a 45% increase in volume year-on-year, and average selling prices up 1.6% (£75) from June.
- [Aston Martin Opens Warehouse, Storage & Logistics Facility](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/aston-martin-opens-new-warehouse-storage-and-logistics-facility/): Aston Martin has announced the opening of a new warehouse and logistics hub.
- [34% Of Transport Managers Plan To Quit In Next Five Years](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/34-of-transport-managers-plan-to-quit-in-next-five-years/): Did you know that 34 per cent of transport managers plan to leave the industry in the next five years, according to a Freight Transport Association (FTA) survey?
- [Crossrail’s Final Giant Tunnelling Machine Dismantled](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/crossrails-final-giant-tunnelling-machine-dismantled-40-metres-below-central-london/): Crossrail’s final tunnelling machine, Victoria, is being dismantled 40 metres below Farringdon in central London following the completion of Crossrail tunnelling.
- [Peel Ports Introduces ‘Virtual’ Crane Operations](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/peel-ports-introduces-virtual-crane-operations-at-port-of-liverpool/): In anticipation of the arrival of five of the world’s largest cranes at the Port of Liverpool in the autumn, Peel Ports has introduced a state-of-the-art ‘virtual’ training simulator on site, designed to ensure all operators are ready to manoeuvre the giant structures from Day One of installation.
- [Kerry Logistics To Support Debenhams’ Middle East](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/kerry-logistics-to-support-debenhams-middle-east-growth/): Kerry Logistics Network, a leading logistics service provider in Asia, has secured a contract with Debenhams to support the department store's growing export market in the Middle East.
- [Landowners Warned Over Illegal Waste Storage](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/landowners-warned-over-illegal-waste-storage/): The Environment Agency is reminding landowners of their safety responsibilities with illegal waste storage.
- [DHL Parcel Selects MarkLogic For Track & Trace System](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/dhl-parcel-benelux-selects-marklogic-for-new-rapid-response-consumer-track-and-trace-system/): MarkLogic Corporation today announced that DHL Parcel Benelux has gone live with a new, rapid-response, consumer-facing Track and Trace system built on MarkLogic’s Enterprise NoSQL database platform.
- [Operator Resolves Dispute With Real-Time Vehicle Tracking](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/operator-resolves-dispute-beyond-doubt-with-real-time-vehicle-tracking/): Expressway Coaches, the Rotherham based luxury coach operator, avoided an attempted insurance fraud by making reference to its routeMASTER vehicle ‘trip replay’ and proving beyond doubt that their vehicle was never in the vicinity of the alleged incident.
- [Fleet Optimisation Made Easy With New Fraikin Portal](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fleet-optimisation-and-compliance-made-easy-with-new-fraikin-portal/): Fraikin has launched a new web portal for its customers and suppliers, giving them fast and easy access to key management information about the availability and compliance of their vehicles.
- [Arriva Trains Wales And Masabi Pass 350,000 Sales](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/arriva-trains-wales-and-masabi-pass-350000-mobile-ticket-sales/): Queuing for tickets has become a thing of the past as passengers travel using their smartphones Arriva Trains Wales (ATW) and Masabi, the global leader in transport mobile ticketing and fare collection, today announced that more than 350,000 mobile tickets have so far been sold for travel across Wales.
- [Yodel Invests In Further ‘Super’ Service Centres](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/yodel-invests-in-further-super-service-centres/): New strategically positioned sites open in Livingston, Waltham Cross and Southwark.
- [BIFA’s Steve Parker Is The New President Of CLECAT](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/bifas-steve-parker-is-the-new-president-of-clecat/): The British International Freight Association (BIFA) welcomes the appointment of BIFA Board Member Steve Parker as President of CLECAT, the Brussels-based European Association for forwarding, transport, logistics and customs services.
- [Sleigh And The City: CitySprint Pulls Out All The Stops This Festive Season With Reindeer Delivery](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/sleigh-and-the-city-citysprint-pulls-out-all-the-stops-this-festive-season-with-reindeer-delivery/): It’s exactly a month to go until Christmas, Black Friday is just days away, and CitySprint is trialling new delivery methods to ensure its couriers can deliver whatever the weather.
- [Explore Britain’s Most Breath-Taking Landscapes](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/explore-britains-most-breath-taking-landscapes-at-london-waterloo-station/): Network Rail has transformed Britain’s busiest station into a multimedia art gallery, as London Waterloo plays host to the Landscape Photographer of the Year Awards exhibition from today until 7th February 2016.
- [FORS Silver Operator, Mick George, To Combat Drink](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/fors-silver-operator-mick-george-ltd-is-to-combat-drink-driving/): Mick George Ltd, who is accredited with FORS Silver status, is working alongside Cambridgeshire police to combat drink driving.
- [RHA Calls On the Chancellor To Cut Duty And Fund](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/rha-calls-on-the-chancellor-to-cut-duty-and-fund-an-emergency-programme-of-truck-driver-training/): The Road Haulage Association (RHA) (@RHANews) welcomes the latest report from the Centre for Economic and Business Research (CEBR) which confirms the long-held belief that raising duty on diesel or increasing VED on trucks would cost businesses and families £9.3 billion across the current Parliament.
- [Ericsson Mobility Report: 5G To Hit 150 Million](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/ericsson-mobility-report-5g-mobile-subscriptions-to-hit-150-million-by-2021/): Launched today, the latest edition of the Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) Mobility Report provides insight into the future of 5G networks, including a forecast of 150 million 5G mobile subscriptions by 2021.
- [L.E. Jones On The Right Road With Bridgestone](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/l-e-jones-on-the-right-road-with-bridgestone/): One of the largest independent haulage companies in Wales is on the right road to significant tyre savings after agreeing a fleet agreement with Bridgestone.
- [Stagecoach Nominated For UK Bus Awards](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/stagecoach-nominated-for-uk-bus-awards/): Transport operator Stagecoach is in the running for a host of top honours at the 2015 UK Bus Awards.
- [Supply Chain And Fifth Wheel Supplier Make Perfect Couple](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/supply-chain-specialist-and-fifth-wheel-supplier-make-the-perfect-couple/): The leading FMCG supply-chain operator, Fowler Welch, reports safe coupling across its fleet since using the latest fifth wheel and coupling solutions from Fontaine Europe.
- [BNP Paribas Rental Solutions Renew Contract With Vacu-Lug](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bnp-paribas-rental-solutions-renew-contract-with-vacu-lug-traction-tyres/): Grantham-based retreading company, Vacu-Lug Traction Tyres, has renewed its contract with BNP Paribas Rental Solutions, which first began in February 2012.
- [Operator Top Marks For Telematics On The School Run](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/coach-operator-gives-top-marks-for-telematics-on-the-school-run/): Johnson Bros. Tours, the Nottinghamshire based independent coach tour specialist has used on- board telematic controls for over two years and, says the company, the system is now an integral part of their daily fleet operation.
- [Hireco Secure £500k Deal With Trailer Giant Krone](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/belfast-based-hireco-secure-500k-deal-with-trailer-giant-krone/): Hireco, the Northern Ireland based company which provides a full rental, leasing and 24/7 breakdown service for trucks and trailers (across the UK and Ireland) is delighted to announce an investment of £500k in securing the purchase of 20 GRP box vans from leading trailer manufacturer Krone.
- [Vehicle Tracking Keeps Container Handler On Time](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/vehicle-tracking-keeps-container-handler-on-time-and-off-the-phone/): Assured Container Services, the specialist container and unaccompanied trailer handler has completed their first six months with Verilocation’s vehicle tracking system which, says the company, has already become an integral part of the business.
- [Edwards Coaches Supply Velindre With Transport To London](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/edwards-coaches-to-supply-velindre-with-transport-to-london/): On Tuesday the 17th and Saturday 22nd of November, two groups of volunteers from South Wales will be making their way to Heathrow, London to trek across Patagonia to mark the 150th anniversary of the initial Welsh settlement in the area.
- [Dundee Drivers Get An MOT](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/dundee-drivers-get-an-mot/): Drivers and other employees at Xplore Dundee are being offered free health checks, as National Express’s award-winning Health Bus initiative visits the Scottish garage.
- [Edwards Featured In The Times](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/edwards-featured-in-the-times/): Currently celebrating their 90th year of operation, Edwards Coaches are an established and family run coach travel company based in the heart of South Wales.
- [Resolve The Calais Situation - Not An Option Says RHA](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/resolve-the-calais-situation-waiting-until-someone-gets-killed-is-simply-not-an-option-says-rha/): The current situation at Calais may be slipping from the headlines but has not gone away.
- [Thierry Couturier Appointed Yorkshire Tiger  MD](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/thierry-couturier-appointed-yorkshire-tiger-managing-director/): Arriva owned Yorkshire Tiger have announced that Thierry Couturier has joined the company as Managing Director.
- [Arriva Yorkshire Crowned UK Bus Operator Of The Year!](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/arriva-yorkshire-crowned-uk-bus-operator-of-the-year/): Local bus company Arriva Yorkshire has recently celebrated with the Mayor of Wakefield , employees, local councillors and customers after being crowned Bus Operator of the Year at this year’s National Transport Awards.
- [Local Managers Up For Top Award!](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/local-managers-up-for-top-award/): Local bus company Arriva Yorkshire is celebrating following the announcement that Jessica Mills, local marketing co-ordinator based in Wakefield and Anthony Lowe, local engineering manager at Castleford depot have both been nominated for prestigious awards at the ‘industry leading’ UK Bus Awards 2015.
- [Home Office Security Minister To Open Transport Security Expo](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/home-office-security-minister-to-open-transport-security-expo/): On 2nd December, the Rt Hon John Hayes MP, UK Security Minister at the Home Office, will be officially opening this year’s Transport Security Expo at Olympia London.
- [STI Freight Management Expands Fish Logistics Service](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/sti-freight-management-expands-fish-logistics-service/): Duisburg, 10 November 2015.
- [DPD Reveals Plan For ‘Fifty Days Of Peak’](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/dpd-reveals-plan-for-fifty-days-of-peak/): The UK's fastest growing major parcel delivery company DPD has revealed its plans for handling an anticipated record number of parcels between Black Friday and the January sales.
- [Contactless Payments And Oyster To Make Travel Seamless](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/contactless-payments-and-oyster-to-make-travel-to-and-from-gatwick-airport-seamless/): Gatwick Airport and 5 other stations to accept pay as you go Oyster and contactless payments.
- [New Chief Executive For British Airways](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/new-chief-executive-for-british-airways/): International Airlines Group has announced that Alex Cruz is to replace Keith Williams as chairman and chief executive of British Airways in April 2016 when Keith retires after 18 years at the airline.
- [ABP Invests £1.6M In Mobile Harbour Crane For Newport](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/abp-invests-1-6m-in-new-mobile-harbour-crane-for-the-port-of-newport/): Associated British Ports (ABP) has invested £1.6 million in a new mobile harbour crane at the Port of Newport to help improve efficiency as the port handles increasing volumes of cargo.
- [Iveco Announce Appointments To Lead New Business](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/iveco-announces-senior-appointments-to-lead-new-business-line-structure/): Nick Pemberton has been appointed Director of the Truck Business Line, and Ian Lumsden Director of the Light Business Line at Iveco UK, as the company moves to align its product strategy with that of wider European operations.
- [Unipart To Launch Productivity Campaign](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/unipart-to-launch-productivity-campaign/): Unipart, Europe’s leading logistics, manufacturing and consultancy group, is launching a new campaign promoting productivity improvement in Britain.
- [Timetable To Resume Between Manchester & Bolton](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/full-train-timetable-to-resume-between-manchester-and-bolton/): Network Rail has announced that services on the route between Manchester and Bolton will return to a full timetable from Monday 14 December.* As part of Network Rail’s Railway Upgrade Plan, Farnworth Tunnel, near Bolton, is being enlarged to house two electrified lines.
- [Yodel Preparing For Unprecedented Christmas Peak Demand](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/yodel-preparing-for-unprecedented-christmas-peak-demand/): Over £1 billion of consumer online spending predicted on one day alone is set to generate record parcel volumes Independent parcel carrier Yodel is preparing for the biggest industry peak in history, as analysts predict internet shopping on Black Friday - the annual pre-Christmas bonanza - will see consumer spending hit £1.07 billion, a 32% rise on the same day last year*.
- [Competition Intensifies In The UK Logistics Sector](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/competition-intensifies-in-the-uk-logistics-sector/): For the first time in the bi-annual UK Logistics Confidence Index, operators report that maintaining their existing customer base is now the top focus for logistics companies.
- [Urban Delivery Hybrid Unveiled By Scania](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/urban-delivery-hybrid-unveiled-by-scania/): Scania has unveiled a hybrid vehicle for its extensive range of urban distribution trucks.
- [RHA National Lorry Week – Raising The Profile](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/rha-national-lorry-week-raising-the-profile-of-the-nations-essential-service-provider/): The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has declared the first ever National Lorry Week (26-31 October) to be an outstanding success and has confirmed that plans are already underway for an even bigger scale event in 2016.
- [TGE Van Expands MAN Product Range](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/tge-van-expands-man-product-range/): Managing Director of MAN Truck & Bus UK welcomes new product Simon Elliott Managing Director of MAN Truck & Bus UK says there are exciting times ahead with the launch of a new range of van.
- [Johnston Sweepers Cleans Up With First Renault Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/johnston-sweepers-cleans-up-with-first-renault-trucks-factory-built-sweeper-chassis/): Johnston Sweepers, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of street cleansing vehicles, has taken delivery of the UK’s first Renault Trucks sweeper-packaged Euro-6 chassis.
- [Employment Tax Fraud A Serious Concern, Says RHA](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/employment-tax-fraud-a-serious-concern-says-rha/): Fraud involving the tax status of lorry drivers is becoming a serious concern for the transport industry, the Road Haulage Association (RHA) warns.
- [Bus Operator Pulls Out The Stops For Lights Switch On](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/bus-operator-pulls-out-the-stops-for-lights-switch-on/): Visitors heading into Blackburn for this year’s Christmas lights switch on are being encouraged to leave the car at home and take advantage of a special £1 return bus fare.
- [Abbey Opens New Multi-User Warehouse Facility](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/abbey-opens-new-multi-user-warehouse-facility/): Abbey Logistics Group - best known as an operator of liquid and powder tankers - has announced that it is diversifying its service offering with the opening of a new, multi-user warehouse facility.
- [Abu Dhabi Airports’ Skypark Plaza Strengthens Car Rental](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/abu-dhabi-airports-skypark-plaza-strengthens-car-rental-offering-with-new-service-providers/): 01 November 2015, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Two new car rental companies have opened offices at Abu Dhabi International Airport’s Skypark Plaza, giving customers a greater choice of vehicles and prices.
- [Breakfast Is Served At Motorpoint Birtley](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/breakfast-is-served-at-motorpoint-birtley/): Motorpoint is serving up free breakfasts to every customer visiting its new site in Birtley this coming weekend.
- [Yodel Wins Big At The National Courier Awards](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/yodel-wins-big-at-the-national-courier-awards/): Independent parcel carrier Yodel has taken home the innovation distinction award at this year’s National Courier Awards.
- [Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Unveils New Digital Experience](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/rolls-royce-motor-cars-unveils-new-digital-experience/): On 8 September 2015 Rolls-Royce Motor Cars broke new ground by presenting Dawn, the marque’s acclaimed new Drophead Coupé motor car to the world’s media via an interactive, globally streamed online launch.
- [Temporary Workforce Reductions In Unit Offshore](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tts-group-asa-temporary-workforce-reductions-in-business-unit-offshore/): TTS Business Unit Offshore, a part of TTS Group ASA, has decided to implement further temporary workforce reductions with immediate effect in the subsidiaries in Norway and Poland.
- [Mercedes-Benz Citan Euro 6 Updates Announced](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/mercedes-benz-citan-euro-6-updates-announced/): Merc has unveiled revisions to its Citan range including Adblue-free Euro 6 engines, twin-clutch gearbox for the petrol and an end to the L-shaped handbrake.
- [Iag Cargo Q3 2015 Financial Results](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-q3-2015-financial-results/): IAG Cargo today announced its Q3 results from July 1 to September 30, 2015, reporting commercial revenue of €238m versus €236m for the same period last year.
- [Freeze Fuel Duty, Fund Training, Make Money](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/freeze-fuel-duty-fund-training-make-money-rha-presents-george-osborne-with-a-win-win-win-proposal/): The Road Haulage Association @RHANews is pressing the Chancellor to make an announcement in his Autumn Statement that he will continue to freeze fuel duty.
- [Renault Trucks Launches ‘Ready For Business’ Range](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/renault-trucks-launches-ready-for-business-range-of-pre-bodied-renault-master-by-renault-trucks/): Renault Trucks is pleased to launch a ‘Ready for Business’ range of pre-bodied Luton, Tipper and Dropside vehicles built on the Renault Master by Renault Trucks platform.
- [Michelin Solutions’ EFFITIRES™ Takes A Load Off Haulier](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/michelin-solutions-effitires-takes-a-load-off-haulier-sawyers-transport/): Northern Ireland-based haulier Sawyers Transport has signed up to Michelin solutions’ EFFITIRES™ tyre management system.
- [Dennison Rentals Support New Start-Up Company](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/dennison-rentals-support-new-start-up-company-wylie-transport-ltd/): Dennison Rentals, the truck rental division of Dennison Commercials, has recently supplied seven Volvo FM tractor units to newly-founded business, Wylie Transport Ltd.
- [UAVs And Their Detection - Transport Security Expo](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/uavs-and-their-detection-transport-security-expo-will-address-all-the-implications/): The recent growth in the number of UAVs - from the highly sophisticated devices deployed by the military to low-cost recreational versions - has been truly exponential.
- [Poppy Bus Tribute To War Heroes](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/poppy-bus-tribute-to-war-heroes/): Veterans and current servicemen in uniform or wearing medals offered free travel on Remembrance Sunday and Remembrance Day.
- [A Fairer Deal For Drivers As Prices At The Pump Displayed](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/a-fairer-deal-for-drivers-as-prices-at-the-pump-displayed-on-the-m5/): Drivers using a section of the M5, between Bristol and Exeter, will soon benefit from new signs showing the price of fuel along the motorway.
- [Network Rail Group Finance Director To Join Go-Ahead Group](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-group-finance-director-to-join-go-ahead-group-2/): Patrick Butcher, Network Rail group finance director, has been appointed chief finance officer of Go-Ahead Group and will leave Network Rail in the New Year.
- [New Fulfilment Facility Opens As DKF Continues To Grow](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/new-fulfilment-facility-opens-as-dkf-continues-to-grow/): DK Fulfilment Ltd (DKF) the e-commerce order fulfilment specialist, has opened a 165,000 sq ft dedicated fulfilment facility in Coventry.
- [Chiltern Railways And Network Rail Open New Rail Line](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/chiltern-railways-and-network-rail-open-groundbreaking-new-rail-line-connecting-oxford-and-london/): Chiltern Railways today (26 October) launches its new services into London, connecting Oxford with the capital, following a unique £320m investment by the franchise operator and Network Rail.
- [MAN Scores 10 Out Of 10 With Haulier](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/man-scores-10-out-of-10-with-haulier/): Aberdeen – based I & L Burnett Ltd buys limited edition 100-year truck from MAN Truck & Bus UK to boost fleet.
- [Corethree M-Ticket Sales Smash Through £1m Milestone](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/corethree-m-ticket-sales-smash-through-1m-per-week-milestone-as-public-transport-users-and-operators-get-wise-to-the-benefits/): The UK’s public transport users are proving to be the smart commuters, saving money and time judging by the huge number of Corethree developed mobile tickets (m-tickets) that are now being sold.
- [P&O Ferrymasters Unveils Irish Division Growth Strategy](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/po-ferrymasters-unveils-irish-division-growth-strategy/): Pan-European logistics provider P&O Ferrymasters has launched a major overhaul of its market-leading Irish division – featuring a high-tech fleet renewal programme and closer integration with the group’s Contract Logistics division.
- [Chief Pledges Competition For Women](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-it-chief-pledges-to-inspire-young-women-into-it-careers-with-competition-launch/): Network Rail has today launched the third year of its award-winning Could IT Be You? competition.
- [Convergence And The Future Automotive Supply Chain](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/the-quiet-revolution-convergence-and-the-future-automotive-supply-chain/): DHL, the world’s leading logistics company, today launched its latest whitepaper highlighting that the century old way of doing business in the automotive industry is now over.
- [Dart Charge Saves Commuters 90 Minutes A Week](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/dart-charge-saves-commuters-90-minutes-a-week/): Drivers using the Dartford Crossing at peak times are saving around an hour and a half every week thanks to Dart Charge.
- [P&I Club & TT Club Welcome Container Weighing](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/uk-pi-club-and-tt-club-welcome-container-weighing-prior-to-loading-onto-ships/): UK P&I Club, one of the leading shipping protection and indemnity mutual insurers and TT Club, the leading international transport, freight and logistics insurance provider, have welcomed the amendment to the Safety of Life at Sea Convention (SOLAS) from the International Maritime Organization (IMO) on the requirement that containers have a verified gross mass before being loaded onto a ship.
- [Guests Celebrate The Launch Of New Bunkering Facility](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/advance-fuels-and-guests-celebrate-the-launch-of-the-new-bunkering-facility-at-harefield-oil-terminal-uxbridge/): On 30 September 2015, Deputy Mayor of Hillingdon Cllr John Hensley and Deputy Mayoress of Hillingdon Diane Hensley joined representatives from Advance Fuels (which is a part of Certas Energy) at an event to celebrate the formal opening its redeveloped Harefield Oil Terminal, Uxbridge.
- [Renault Range C Joins Forces With Gerrards Of Swinton](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/renault-range-c-joins-forces-with-gerrards-of-swinton-for-active-service-free-courses-for-ex-forces/): Contract haulage specialist, Gerrards of Swinton, has taken delivery of seven Renault trucks - all 32-tonne Range C430 8-wheel tippers.
- [Allport Appoints New Executive Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/allport-appoints-new-executive-director/): Allport Cargo Services (ACS) has announced the appointment of Alan Kenning as Executive Director of its Supply Chain Management (SCM) Division.
- [VW Crisis Presents The Opportunity To Drive Changes](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/vw-crisis-presents-the-opportunity-to-drive-positive-changes-for-the-automotive-industry-states-crimson-co/): The Volkswagen emissions data crisis presents a real chance to bring about positive changes to the automotive industry, with significant, long-term opportunities for automotive suppliers resulting from a heightened demand from carmakers to achieve strict emissions targets, according to Jon Gibson, Head of Logistics at global supply chain consultancy Crimson & Co.
- [O'Donovan Waste Disposal; Latest Clocs Working Group](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/odonovan-waste-disposal-updates-on-latest-clocs-working-group/): As one of the very first CLOCS Champions, O’Donovan Waste Disposal attended the most recent Construction Logistics and Cycle Safety (CLOCS) working group meeting, held this month in central London, in order to review the latest on the standard and hear from groups involved in the progression of CLOCS.
- [UHCR And CHEP To Improve Delivery Of Life](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/uhcr-and-chep-to-improve-delivery-of-life-saving-refugee-aid-with-supply-chain/): CHEP, the world’s leading provider of pallet and container pooling solutions, is supporting the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to perform an in-depth study of its global supply chain network to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
- [Transmec Delivers Eye-Catching Decorating Project](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/transmec-delivers-eye-catching-decorating-project-for-harris/): Logistics company Transmec UK has completed an eye-catching DIY project for Harris, one of the UK’s leading decorating brands.
- [New Transatlantic Route From IAG Cargo](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/new-transatlantic-route-from-iag-cargo-connects-heathrow-to-san-jose/): IAG Cargo has announced a brand new route between its London Heathrow hub and San Jose, one of the California’s largest cities.
- [RHA To Highlight Acute Skills Gap At Tory Party Conference](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/rha-to-highlight-acute-skills-gap-at-tory-party-conference/): On the 4th-7th October 2015, the Road Haulage Association (RHA) will exhibit at the Conservative Party Conference to educate politicians about the essential role that lorries and road freight play in keeping the economy moving, to highlight the increasingly acute nature of the truck driver shortage and to promote ‘National Lorry Week’.
- [Drivers’ Opinions Boost MAN Truck & Bus](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/drivers-opinions-boost-man-truck-bus-for-fleet-replacement/): Forward-thinking firm does its research and MAN TGS vehicles come out on top for economy and popularity.
- [Jungheinrich Announces Four Senior Appointments](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/jungheinrich-announces-four-senior-appointments/): Jungheinrich UK Ltd has further strengthened its Systems & Projects Division with four key appointments.
- [Time To End Free Delivery?](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/time-to-end-free-delivery/): The notion of sustaining free delivery was challenged during the opening session of the Omnichannel Conference, which was delivered by Peter Ward, CEO of UKWA (United Kingdom Warehousing Association) and Mark Millar, author of the recently launched book - ‘Global Supply Chain Ecosystems’.
- [Chadwicks Recycling Cuts Insurance And Fuel Costs](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/chadwicks-recycling-cuts-insurance-and-fuel-costs-with-masternaut-connect/): 16 September 2015 – Chadwicks Recycling, a Bolton-based waste management and recycling firm, has reduced fuel and insurance costs across its fleet, after deploying a telematics solution from Masternaut.
- [Woodland Fulfils Its Customers With New 3PL Centre](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/woodland-fulfils-its-customers-with-new-3pl-centre/): Global freight forwarder Woodland Group has opened a strategic 155, 000 sq ft fulfilment centre at its Chelmsford, Essex headquarters and main depot to serve both UK and overseas clients.
- [P2P Mailing Continues To Expand Sales Team](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/p2p-mailing-continues-to-expand-sales-team/): 21 September 2015: P2P Group, the mailing and distribution solutions provider, has announced two further additions to its sales force.
- [MAN Builds Relationship With Scunthorpe United](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/iron-man-builds-strong-relationship-with-scunthorpe-united/): Leading commercial vehicle specialist, MAN Truck & Bus UK, along with its Scunthorpe dealer HRVS Group, has today signed a deal to become Scunthorpe United Football Club’s back of shirt sponsor.
- [Supermarkets Sweep The Board In Renault Trucks Challenge](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/supermarkets-sweep-the-board-in-renault-trucks-optifuel-challenge/): Two drivers from leading supermarket chains, Iceland and Sainsbury’s, have been crowned joint winners of the Renault Trucks’ Optifuel Challenge in a closely fought competition to discover the country’s most fuel efficient driver.
- [Carriers Are The Key To Avoiding Black Friday Meltdown](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/carriers-are-the-key-to-avoiding-black-friday-meltdown/): Fulfilment companies may have taken all reasonable steps to ensure that they are well placed to cope with the inevitable spike in their clients’ online sales created by Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but their plans will be worthless if their chosen carrier fails to keep pace with the demands that the year’s most intense period of online shopping will bring.
- [Business Boom Leads To 15% Increase In New Recruits](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/business-boom-leads-to-15-increase-in-new-recruits-for-coventry-company/): Coventry-based time-critical delivery specialist C4 Logistics is recruiting additional UK and European staff in response to new business wins secured off the back of the successful deployment of new customer-friendly IT solutions.
- [Volvo’s Refuse Truck Driver Of The Future Is Robot](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/volvos-refuse-truck-driver-of-the-future-is-robot-supported/): Imagine a robot that quietly and discreetly enters your neighbourhood, collects your refuse bin and empties it into the refuse truck.
- [Women Seafarers' Health & Wellbeing Concerns](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/report-sets-out-women-seafarers-health-and-wellbeing-concerns/): A new report designed to identify key areas of concern for women seafarers will be the centrepiece of a meeting on the health and wellbeing of a woman working at sea, to be held in London tomorrow.
- [Recognise Self-Regulation By Vehicle Recovery Operators](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/labours-rob-flello-welcomes-government-moves-to-recognise-self-regulation-by-vehicle-recovery-operators/): A Member of Parliament’s Transport Select Committee has welcomed Government moves to recognise self-regulation by vehicle recovery operators.
- [£600,000 Study Explore England Transport Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/600000-study-to-explore-east-of-england-transport-scheme/): A study worth nearly £600,000 is to explore options for improving the A1 in the East of England.
- [First Rails For Borough Viaduct Arrive At London Bridge](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/night-vision-first-rails-for-borough-viaduct-arrive-at-london-bridge/): The first ballast and rails arrived this weekend so the government-sponsored Thameslink Programme can begin laying track across Borough Viaduct, in central London.
- [Know Exactly Where The Bus Is And When It Will Arrive](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/know-exactly-where-the-bus-is-and-when-it-will-arrive/): Now you can know exactly where your bus is and when it will arrive.
- [Jaama Creates Business Analyst Post As Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/jaama-creates-new-business-analyst-post-as-expansion-continues/): Jaama, the leading fleet management software supplier, has made a further appointment with the creation of a new role within its Key2 development team.
- [Renault Range T Retains ‘Irish Truck Of The Year’ Title](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/renault-range-t-retains-irish-truck-of-the-year-title-for-2016/): The Renault Range T, in winning ‘Irish Fleet Truck of the Year 2016’ at the Fleet Transport Awards, has successfully retained its title for the second consecutive year.
- [New Analysis Shows Runway Extension Is Best Way](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/new-analysis-shows-runway-extension-is-the-best-way-to-expand-heathrow/): Heathrow Hub, the independent proposal to expand Heathrow by extending the northern runway, has decided to continue its campaign to deliver a realistic proposal for expansion at Heathrow and has today submitted a detailed review of the Airports Commission final report to the Government.
- [Menzies Distribution Makes Move Into E-commerce Sector](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/menzies-distribution-makes-further-move-into-e-commerce-sector/): New deal with wnDirect supports Menzies’ third-party logistics market strategy International e-commerce delivery business wnDirect has appointed Menzies Distribution as one of its supply chain providers in a move that underlines the press distributor’s ambitions in the logistics sector.
- [Consumer New Car Finance Volumes Up 13% In July](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/consumer-new-car-finance-volumes-up-13-in-july/): Figures released today by the Finance & Leasing Association (FLA) show the number of new cars bought by consumers on finance provided through dealerships increased by 13% in July, compared with the same month last year.
- [Canary Wharf Contractors To Implement Safe Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/canary-wharf-contractors-to-implement-new-safe-scheme-for-construction-vehicles/): Canary Wharf Contractors Ltd (CWCL) will be the first company to implement technology from PIE Mapping to help construction HGV drivers take alternative routes, reducing pollution and congestion, and protecting cyclists.
- [Proteum Launches 200hp OXE Diesel Outboard](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/proteum-launches-200hp-oxe-diesel-outboard-into-military-market/): The first viable high power diesel outboard engine for military users, OXE Diesel, is being launched onto the global defence and security market at DSEi by Hamble, UK, based Proteum Ltd, part of SC Group.
- [Leading The New Generation Of Lubricants](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/leading-the-new-generation-of-lubricants/): As the world of engine technology advances at an ever accelerating rate, lubricants must keep up. TOTAL lubricants is an active brand that never stands still.
- [Study Suggests Heavy Investment Needed by Warehouse Managers](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/study-suggests-heavy-investment-needed-warehouse-managers/): 7/10 decision makers need to accelerate investment by 2020 to meet heightened customer expectations from warehouse managers and operators according to research taken out by Zebra Technologies.
- [BYD New Line of European Lift Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/byd-new-line-european-lift-trucks/): BYD Auto Co Ltd the Chinese automobile manufacturer based in Shaanxi Province has been rolling out it’s European BYD lift trucks across Europe.
- [RTITB Announces Winners of Lift Trust Instructor of the Year](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/rtitb-announces-winners-lift-trust-instructor-year/): Foodex is the UK’s premier trade event held at the NEC Birmingham for the food and drink processing, packaging, ingredients and logistics industries.
- [High Quality Staff Cheered by Awards Victories](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/high-quality-staff-cheered-awards-victories-close-fought-uk-coach-awards-contest/): Coach operators and their staff throughout the country are celebrating after being named as winners in the 2016 UK Coach Awards.
- [Heavy Haulage Australia Couldn't Pay](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/heavy-haulage-australia-placed-orders-not-pay/): The transport heavyweights Heavy Haulage Australia (HHA), who reached peak fame in the mega show MegaTruckers, have recently admitted that it placed orders for a fleet of vehicles is was unable to purchase before going bankrupt.
- [Volkswagen US Court Case 'Agreement in Principle'](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/volkswagen-us-court-case-agreement-principle/): Volkswagen are going back to court on Thursday to report on their attempts to fix the 600,000 vehicles in the US that have been equipped with software that cheats the emissions tests.
- [Freedom for 70 Burkinabe Haulage Truck Drivers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/freedom-70-burkinabe-haulage-truck-drivers/): The Ministry of Transport has pushed for the release of over 70 Ghanaian haulage drivers detained in Burkinabe for five weeks.
- [PD Ports Set For Growth With Creation Of Key Roles](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/pd-ports-set-growth-creation-key-roles/): PD Ports has strengthened its position to enter the next phase of its investment plans with the announcement of two new appointments.
- [Nigeria Importing Policy Causing Increased Business for Smugglers](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/nigeria-importing-policy-causing-increased-business-smugglers/): Apapa port in Nigeria has known for being Africa’s biggest post has seen a recent decline in it business and day to day shipping and trading due to the new policy on Nigeria importing.
- [Positive Changes in the EU Steel Prices](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/positive-changes-eu-steel-prices/): Flat product prices for steel in Europe raised rapidly in April despite the obstacles of trade defence measures and output curbs.
- [Alexander Dennis Wins £70m Deal for New First Buses](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/alexander-dennis-wins-70m-deal-new-first-buses/): FirstGroup has made a deal worth £70m for 305 new first buses, Aberdeen-based company are investing funds into the new buses that will be built by Wrightbus of Northern Ireland, and Alexander Dennis Ltd of Falkirk, The order is set to bring the total cost of modernising the firms fleet to £455m.
- [FMG and Inchscape Launch Outsourced Incident Management Product](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fmg-inchscape-launch-outsourced-incident-management-product/): Fleet accident management operations are in an ongoing struggle to overcome hurdles in legislative and even commercial change.
- [Scotland to England £1 billion investment in Rail](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/scotland-england-1-billion-investment-rail/): Even with security queues and delays, air passengers travelling between Scotland and England are currently enjoying a the luxury of time over their commuting alternatives.
- [Rail Passengers : 2 Days of Travel Chaos Due to Strike](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/southern-rail-passengers-face-two-days-travel-chaos-due-strike/): Some of the busiest commuter routes in the south will be hit by the chaos of strikes from conductors on Southern Rail Trains.
- [Warehouse Spacing Predicted to Run Out by 2020](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/warehouse-spacing-predicted-run-2020/): New reports announce that warehousing space fell to a record low at the end of last year which comes as no surprise for the logistics industry.
- [Multimodal Exhibition set to host UKWA](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/multimodal-exhibtion-set-host-ukwa/): UKWA (United Kingdom Warehousing Association) has been labelled as the ‘Voice of the Logistics Industry’ with 650 member companies.
- [UKWA Damning Report for the Future of Food Logistics in London](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/ukwa-damning-report-future-food-logistics-london/): UKWA have forecast a damning report of the food logistics industry at the 2016 FoodEx exhibition.
- [Delightful Steam Train Journeys and Miniature Railways](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/12-delightful-steam-train-journeys-miniature-railways-enjoy-near-birmingham/): Whether you’re a Thomas the Tank fan or Ivor the Engine was more of your thing, there’s something really fun about a day out at a steam railway.
- [Man Moves Into UK Pet Reg Tractor Rental](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/man-moves-uk-pet-reg-tractor-rental/): The MAN Truck & Bus UK rental fleet is to get its first new tractor unit with petroleum regulations specifications needed for most tanker operations.
- [Global Liner Shipping Conference : Need for Port Shakeup?](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/need-port-shakeup/): At the 18th annual Global Liner Shipping Conference, Kim Fejfer, APM Terminals chief executive, delivered the terminal operators’ keynote address.
- [Investment to extend Bristol Port delayed for decade](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/600-million-investment-extend-bristol-port-delayed-decade/): The £600 million investment to extend Bristol Port by building a deep sea container terminal has been delayed again – potentially up until 2030.
- [North Yorkshire Haulier Drives Expansion Plans with Significant Funding](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/north-yorkshire-haulier-drives-expansion-plans-significant-funding/): North Yorkshire haulier Longthorne’s of Hebden is gearing up its expansion plans by purchasing new vehicles with funding from Barclays.
- [A-Plant Invests More than £1 Million in New Transport Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/plant-invests-1-million-new-transport-fleet/): A-Plant has invested more than £1 million in a new transport fleet that is capable of double stacking accommodation units on customer sites.
- [Prime Minister Returns to the Port of Britain](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/prime-minister-returns-port-britain/): The Rt Hon David Cameron MP has paid his second visit to the Port of Felixstowe in a little over 12 months.
- [Volvo F86 turns out to be a forty-two year old used classic](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-f86-turns-forty-two-year-old-used-classic/): Jon Burgess, a valued Volvo Used Trucks customer of Stockton and supplier of new and used livestock transporters, based in Newton-on-Derwent in in the East Riding of Yorkshire, recently placed the winning bid on an internet auction site for a 1974 Volvo F86 3-axle rigid in original condition.
- [London’s food supply at risk of failure, UKWA](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/londons-food-supply-chains-increasing-risk-service-failure-says-new-ukwa-report/): The United Kingdom Warehousing Association (UKWA) previewed a landmark report for the food logistics industry at the recent FoodEx 2016 exhibition.
- [The ‘Voice the Logistics Industry’ plays a key role at Multimodal](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/the-voice-the-logistics-industry-plays-a-key-role-at-multimodal/): One of the attractions at the forthcoming Multimodal Exhibition (NEC, Birmingham, 10-12 May) will be the United Kingdom Warehousing Association (UKWA) Pavilion.
- [Spatial Global launches updated and expanded website](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/spatial-global-launches-extensively-updated-and-expanded-website/): Castle Donington-based international freight, mail and e-commerce specialist, Spatial Global Limited, has a smart new corporate.
- [VMS with New Customer  FORD Transit Tipper Deal](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/vms-triumphs-with-new-customer-ford-transit-tipper-deal-won-by-vms/): VMS welcomes Fastflow Pipeline Services as a new customer. Based in Newcastle, Fastflow is a dynamic, growing and independent utility service provider.
- [UK to run out of warehouses by 2020](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/uk-to-run-out-of-warehouses-by-2020/): The UK’s warehouse property stock will have vanished by the end of the decade, following demands from internet retailers unless there is an unprecedented increase in construction.
- [Stagecoach Places £97Million Orders For New Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/stagecoach-places-97million-orders-for-new-vehicles/): Stagecoach Group today (11 April 2016) announced new vehicle orders worth £97million.
- [XPO Logistics Adds to Presence in Britain](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/xpo-logistics-adds-presence-britain/): XPO Logistics Inc. has landed food service deals with two companies in the United Kingdom, most recently with retailer Iceland, XPO said March 15.
- [Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics Abnormal Load Services](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/wallenius-wilhelmsen-logistics-abnormal-load-services-specialised-transport-and-logistics-solutions-for-rail-cargo/): Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics Abnormal Load Services (WWL ALS) offers specialised transport and logistics solutions for the global movement of heavy, oversized, abnormal and difficult cargo in several sectors, including the rail industry.
- [Teknoscale Advanced Digital Weighing Solutions](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/teknoscale-advanced-digital-weighing-solutions-business-expansion-to-united-kingdom-and-republic-of-ireland-markets/): Teknoscale (Ltd) are delighted to announce the expansion of their well established business and supply of advanced digital weighing solutions to new markets and customers in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland.
- [Loss-making Uber must Rush into deliveries](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/loss-making-uber-must-rush-into-deliveries-to-earn-24-6bn-and-deliver-on-investor-expectations/): A new report by international parcels broker ParcelHero reveals how you may soon be having your packages delivered by Uber.
- [The famous Yorkshire 36 set to be 'The Finest' Bus](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/the-famous-yorkshire-36-set-to-be-the-finest-bus/): Never has a bus brand been so well recognised or received as the 36, and now, the iconic Yorkshire public transport brand is about to undertake an overhaul that local bus company Transdev believe will see it become ‘the finest bus route in the country’.
- [Take on Transaid's cycle challenges and get fit for 2016](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/take-on-transaids-cycle-challenges-and-get-fit-for-2016/): International development charity Transaid is challenging industry professionals to get fit for 2016 and help Transaid improve the lives of people in Africa, by signing up to one of its two cycle rides.
- [RCS Logistics Takes Delivery of Scania P250 from TruckEast](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/rcs-logistics-takes-delivery-of-scania-p250-from-truckeast-to-support-pallet-network-operations/): More and more organisations are beginning to appreciate the effective and cost-efficient model of a palletised freight distribution by means of pallet networks such as Palletforce.
- [11th successive year of double-digit growth for Pooling Partners in the UK](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/11th-successive-year-of-double-digit-growth-for-pooling-partners-in-the-uk/): 2015 marked the eleventh successive year of double-digit growth for IPP Logipal UK & Ireland, part of Pooling Partners, Europe’s #1 integrated full-service pooler and producer of pallets and boxes, and the UK & Ireland’s second largest pallet pooler.
- [Bibby Distribution's Milk Collection Fleet Fights The Floods](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bibby-distributions-milk-collection-fleet-fights-the-floods-and-wins/): With most of Northern England brought to a standstill through flooding over Christmas and New Year, Bibby Distribution’s milk collection fleet has reported near-perfect operational performance despite appalling conditions.
- [7 Things to Consider When Choosing Your Third-Party Logistics Supplier](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/7-things-to-consider-when-choosing-your-third-party-logistics-supplier/): Choosing the right third-party logistics provider can be challenging.
- [D.E.S. launches PostPort to give wholesalers transparency on untracked mail](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/d-e-s-launches-postport-to-give-wholesalers-transparency-on-untracked-mail/): Direct Entry Solutions (D.E.S.), the international mail and parcel delivery specialist, has launched mail solution, PostPort, that gives wholesalers for the first time ever, the capability to monitor where their mailings are in the distribution process.
- [Improved Road Surface For A1 In Northumberland](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/improved-road-surface-for-a1-in-northumberland/): Work to resurface around 4 miles of the A1 in Northumberland will start on Monday 11 January providing smoother and safer journeys for drivers.
- [PJ Carey Plant Hire Wins Commercial Fleet Award](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/pj-carey-plant-hire-wins-prestigious-commercial-fleet-award/): The Commercial Fleet Awards saw FORS Gold Member, PJ Carey Plant Hire, named winner of the Fleet of the Year 2015 Construction and Building category.
- [Drivers Using Mobiles; Big Fines & More Points](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/drivers-using-mobiles-face-bigger-fines-and-more-points/): The government is planning to increase fixed penalty fines from £100 to £150, as well as increasing the number of penalty points drivers receive for using a mobile phone while driving.
- [Tatnall Promoted To Sales Director At EDT](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/tatnall-promoted-to-sales-director-at-edt/): Former dealer principal quickly proves himself with IAM results.
- [Optimarin Says UCSG BWT Front of Mind](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/optimarin-says-stringent-ucsg-bwt-standards-must-be-front-for-mind-for-shipowners-in-2016/): As of 1 January 2016 vessels are no longer able to discharge ballast in US waters unless their ballast water treatment (BWT) systems are compliant with stringent demands from the USCG.
- [Fowler Welch Invests In Repack Machinery](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/fowler-welch-invests-in-repack-machinery-at-heywood-depot/): Supply chain specialist, Fowler Welch, has invested in a new repacking system at its Heywood Depot, to further assist one of its largest customers, Tulip Ltd, in expanding its ambient range offering and reducing its food miles.
- [CASCADe R&D Project Develops New Bridge Designs](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/cascade-rd-project-develops-new-ship-bridge-designs/): CASCADe, a three-year, EU-funded project which is coming to a close this month has developed new methodologies in which information is shared and displayed on a ship’s bridge, helping to improve efficiency on board and contribute towards the prevention of accidents at sea.
- [Night Closures For Smart Motorway Upgrade](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/night-closures-for-manchesters-smart-motorway-upgrade/): Contractors for Highways England need to close short stretches of the motorway to install temporary narrow lanes on the M60 between junctions 15 (M61 interchange) and 18 (M66/M62 interchange), and to remove supporting posts for overhead gantries on the M62 between junctions 19 (Heywood) and 20 (Rochdale).
- [New Migrant Camp At Dunkirk Will Make It Worse](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/proposed-new-migrant-camp-at-dunkirk-will-double-the-problem-for-uk-bound-hauliers-says-rha/): The Road Haulage Association is dismayed at the news that a new migrant camp is to be built at the Dunkirk ferry port, approximately 30 miles from the Port of Calais.
- [O Licence Guidance: Undertaking Some Revisions](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/o-licence-guidance-undertaking-some-revisions/): Revised statutory vehicle operator licensing documents – which were released by the Senior Traffic Commissioner for Great Britain’s office with a lack of fanfare in the run-up to Christmas – will make it easier for traffic commissioners (TCs) to clamp down on those operators and drivers who fail to comply with the myriad requirements of the ‘O’ Licence.
- [Unipart Rail Acquires Park Signalling](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/unipart-rail-acquires-park-signalling/): Unipart Rail announces that it has acquired 100% of the share capital of Park Signalling Ltd, bringing Park Signalling’s highly technical and skilled team into its wider operations.
- [Rail Upgrades Completed; London To Norwich](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/passengers-thanked-as-vital-rail-upgrades-completed-on-london-to-norwich-line-over-christmas/): Passengers travelling on the railway connecting London with Essex, Suffolk and Norfolk have been thanked for their patience over the Christmas and New Year period after Network Rail engineers successfully completed a major programme of improvements to provide better, more reliable services across the region.
- [£40m To Help Rebuild Flood-Hit Cumbria Roads](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/40-million-to-help-rebuild-flood-hit-roads-for-people-in-cumbria-and-lancashire/): Highways England experts, backed by £40 million of emergency government funding, will help communities recovering from floods by assisting with repairs to damaged transport links.
- [More Public Exhibitions For Operation Stack](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/more-public-exhibitions-for-operation-stack-lorry-area-consultation/): Six events, in Folkestone, Ashford, Dover, Sellindge and Hawkinge, will give people the opportunity to find out more about the proposals and put their questions directly to members of the project team.
- [Certas Fuelling Businesses From Thurrock Bunker](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/certas-energy-fuelling-businesses-from-bunker-facility-in-thurrock/): Positioned in a key location for hauliers and HGVs using the M25 and A13 thoroughfares, Certas Energy has reopened its new and improved Silwood Depot refuelling facility on the Riverside Estate, West Thurrock.
- [Santa To Deliver 2.2billion Presents This Year](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/santa-to-deliver-2-2billion-presents-this-year-but-how-does-he-do-it/): An Interview with Santa! Christmas is just around the corner and like many businesses, it’s also our busiest time of year.
- [400 Miles Of Roadworks Removed For Christmas](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/400-miles-of-roadworks-removed-for-festive-season/): Drivers gear up for festive cheer this Christmas and New Year with almost 400 miles of Highways England roadworks lifted.
- [Calais Migrants Now Outnumber Security Forces By 18:1](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/calais-migrants-now-outnumber-security-forces-by-181/): The Road Haulage Association is extremely concerned that despite the deployment of 1,300 French riot police and gendarmerie at Calais, the reality is that with approximately 300 operating at any one time, they are now massively outnumbered by 18:1.
- [Christmas £1m West Coast Main Line Upgrade](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/christmas-is-coming-and-so-is-network-rails-1m-west-coast-main-line-track-upgrade/): While much of Britain is tucking into its Christmas dinner, Network Rail’s orange army will be out in force on the West Coast main line at Weedon - near Northampton - to improve the reliability of the railway through the area.
- [‘Exporting Is Great’ Campaign](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/logistics-sector-should-get-behind-the-exporting-is-great-campaign-urges-rhenus/): Despite the fact that the UK is likely to miss its target of achieving £1 trillion worth of exports by 2020, the logistics industry should support the latest government efforts to encourage overseas trade.
- [Makeover For Two Overhead Travelling Cranes](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/makeover-for-two-overhead-travelling-cranes/): • Demag Service modernises cranes in a hydroelectric power station • Investing in cranes for the future • Demanding construction site logistics With a comprehensive modernisation package, Demag Service has given two identical double-girder travelling cranes a makeover at the Albbruck-Dogern (RADAG) hydrolec-tric power station.
- [Rhenus Logistics Helps Deliver The Christmas Spirit To Belfast](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/rhenus-logistics-helps-deliver-the-christmas-spirit-to-belfast/): Rhenus has been spreading the joy of Christmas near its depot in Belfast.
- [Phase Two Of £12m Moorfields Station Refurbishment](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/phase-two-of-12m-moorfields-station-refurbishment-starts-4-january-2016/): Work to transform the second of three platforms at Moorfields station will take place from 4 January 2016.
- [RHA Renews Its Call For The French Military To Be Deployed](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/rha-renews-its-call-for-the-french-military-to-be-deployed-to-protect-hgv-drivers-at-calais/): Following a visit by RHA chief executive Richard Burnett to Calais last week, the Road Haulage Association (RHANews) has renewed its call for deployment of the French military to restore law and order to the Port.
- [BMT Announce MD Appointment For Partnerships](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/bmt-announces-md-appointments-for-new-partnerships/): As part of its commitment to deliver enhanced services to its clients and improved efficiencies across the business, BMT Group (BMT), the leading international design, engineering and risk management consultancy, has announced an internal reorganisation which will see the existing BMT operating companies grouped into five market focused partnerships.
- [Gasrec Report ‘Driving Change To Low Emission Transport’](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/gasrec-report-driving-change-to-low-emission-transport-urges-government-action-now/): Gasrec have published a report, ‘Driving change to low emission transport’, which strongly urges the government to cease ignoring the extraordinary environmental and health benefits of natural gas powered vehicles and introduces a series of low cost measures that would encourage the growth of this proven, low emission transport solution.
- [Contargo New Rail Line Between Rotterdam And Neuss](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/contargo-offers-a-new-rail-line-between-rotterdam-and-neuss/): From January the container hinterland network Contargo will be offering a direct fixed-schedule rail connection between Neuss and Rotterdam with two round trips a week.
- [IAG Cargo Extends Its Reach In Latin America](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-extends-its-reach-in-latin-america/): NEW ROUTES OFFER GREATER FLEXIBILITY FOR BOOMING PHARMACEUTICAL TRADE IAG Cargo has today announced three new routes on its Latin American network.
- [Wiggle Launches New Delivery Platform With P2P Mailing](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/wiggle-launches-new-delivery-platform-with-p2p-mailing/): Wiggle, the online sporting goods retailer, has announced the launch of its PUDO (Pick Up Drop Off) widget.
- [Lorry Park Plan Will Ease Operation Stack Nightmare](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/lorry-park-plan-will-ease-operation-stack-nightmare/): Plans for a new lorry park in Kent to ease the disruption caused by Operation Stack will provide much-needed facilities for truck drivers and end road chaos for residents and businesses, according to the Freight Transport Association (FTA).
- [P&I Club Advises Cargo Wetting Damage & Due Diligence](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/uk-pi-club-advises-on-cargo-wetting-damage-and-due-diligence/): An important element of a vessel’s seaworthiness is its ability to resist the ingress of sea water into internal spaces.
- [RHA Has A Challenging But Positive Meeting](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/rha-has-a-challenging-but-positive-meeting-with-business-department/): The RHA has today held what chief executive Richard Burnett has described as a ‘challenging but positive meeting’ with the skills Minister Nick Boles MP to press the case for more action to solve the chronic LGV driver shortage.
- [Further Delay On Heathrow Decision Will Hit Investment](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/further-delay-on-heathrow-decision-will-hit-investment/): The Freight Transport Association (FTA) is warning the Government that further delay in a decision on a third runway at Heathrow will damage the UK’s international reputation and discourage investment from overseas.
- [Hauliers Pull Together To Help Cumbria Flood Victims](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/hauliers-pull-together-to-help-cumbria-flood-victims/): The Pallet Network is pulling together its 117-depot nationwide freight operation to collect emergency relief donations from around the UK and send them to the thousands of homeless families affected by the Cumbrian floods.
- [Hat-Trick Of FORS Gold Awards For Mobile Mini](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/hat-trick-of-fors-gold-awards-for-mobile-mini/): Mobile Mini, the portable accommodation and storage rental specialist, has achieved FORS Gold accreditation for its growing fleet of HGV delivery vehicles.
- [Relaxation Of Drivers' Hours Will Help Freight Industry Deliver Christmas](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/relaxation-of-drivers-hours-will-help-freight-industry-deliver-christmas/): The Freight Transport Association (FTA) says a temporary relaxation of drivers’ hours will help operators make vital Christmas deliveries in Scotland following closure of the Forth Road Bridge.
- [Euro Car Parts To Stock Brembo Brake Pads And Discs](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/euro-car-parts-to-stock-brembo-brake-pads-and-discs/): “From January, every ECP branch will stock Brembo pads and discs with full vehicle parc coverage” - Martin Gray, Euro Car Parts CEO Euro Car Parts, the UK’s No.1 distributor of car parts, has announced that, from 1 January 2016, it will stock a full range of premium brake pads and discs by the global leader in braking systems, Brembo.
- [Scottish Communications Group Wins Major CCTV Contract](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/scottish-communications-group-wins-major-cctv-contract-with-caledonian-maritime-assets/): Scottish Communications Group (SCG), the UK’s leading independent communication equipment specialist, has been awarded a £1.85 million contract by Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL) for the design and installation of a new CCTV solution at their Clyde and west coast network of 25 harbours, ports and slipways.
- [Northgate Vehicle Hire Appoints New Head Of Sales](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/northgate-vehicle-hire-appoints-new-head-of-sales-in-the-south-of-england/): Northgate Vehicle Hire, the UK’s largest light commercial vehicle hire company, has appointed Colleen Hankin to the role of head of sales in the South of England.
- [How To Choose A Van](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/how-to-choose-a-van/): For many businesses, a van is vital.
- [Refused Car Finance](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/refused-car-finance/): Getting finance for buying a car — which is best for you? In an ideal world, it would be great to pay for a new car upfront.
- [Get Ready For The New EU Customs Code](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/get-ready-for-the-new-eu-customs-code/): The Union Customs Code (UCC) is just six months away from coming into force and will have a considerable impact on businesses importing into, or exporting from, the European Union (EU).
- [Safety Is The Essential Choice For Your Tyres This Winter](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/safety-is-the-essential-choice-for-your-tyres-this-winter/): With changeable wintery weather and fluctuating temperatures across the country prompting motorists to consider their choice of tyre, TyreSafe is reminding drivers that the first and most important element to ensure tyre safety is to carry out regular checks.
- [Reliable And Durable Renault Trucks Range C](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/reliable-and-durable-renault-trucks-range-c-joins-quinn-building-products/): As part of a major capital investment programme to replenish its 140-strong fleet, Co.
- [London Midland Awarded New Contract Of Train Services](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/london-midland-awarded-new-contract-to-continue-operation-of-train-services/): The Go-Ahead Group today welcomes the announcement by the Department for Transport (DfT) that its 65% owned train operating company, London Midland, will continue to run the West Midlands franchise until October 2017.
- [Transport Ticketing & Passenger Information Global](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/transport-ticketing-passenger-information-global-2016/): Now in its seventh year, Transport Ticketing Global will welcome the largest gathering of transport and government executives from around the world, uniting them with payments innovators and smart ticketing specialists.
- [Edwards And Lombard Finance In A Short Film By The Times](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/edwards-and-lombard-finance-in-a-short-film-by-the-times/): Edwards Coaches, a family run business now in their 5th generation of ownership are a Coach Holiday company based in South Wales.
- [The Importance Of Using Recommended Engine Oils](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/the-importance-of-using-recommended-engine-oils/): In an environmentally conscious world, steps should be taken to ensure that your fossil-fuel engine emits the lowest amount of harmful bi products.
- [You Can Keep Your Word Mr Cameron At Heathrow](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/you-can-keep-your-word-mr-cameron-by-choosing-an-extended-runway-at-heathrow/): The Extended Northern Runway plan for Heathrow was, from its inception, designed to be politically and socially acceptable.
- [O'Donovan's Green Credentials Secure Commerical Vehicle](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/odonovans-green-credentials-secure-commerical-vehicle-management-win-at-fleet-hero-awards/): Last week’s Fleet Hero Awards saw O’Donovan Waste Disposal named winner of the Commercial Vehicle Management award for the third consecutive year at the ceremony which celebrated the work of those organisations which have implemented solutions, policies and innovations to reduce their fleet’s carbon footprint and fuel costs.
- [Rob Flello Calls For Urgent Action To Protect HGV](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/rob-flello-mp-calls-for-urgent-action-to-protect-british-hgv-drivers-in-calais/): Following a visit to witness for himself the mayhem at the Port of Calais, Chairman of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Freight Transport, Rob Flello (@RobFlelloMP) said: “Despite Eurotunnel now becoming a fortress, the access roads have become like a virtual war zone, unsafe for motorists and professional drivers.
- [IAG Cargo Enhances Cargo Connector Service In US](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-enhances-cargo-connector-service-in-us/): IAG Cargo has launched its new Cargo Connector delivery service in the US.
- [Omission Of Funding From Chancellor’s Statement](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/omission-of-funding-from-chancellors-statement-threatens-to-put-the-brakes-on-the-economic-recovery/): The Road Haulage Association (RHA) is extremely disappointed that, once again, the Chancellor has failed to address the urgent need for £150 million to fund truck driver training and considers the omission to be a threat to economic recovery.
- [Firm Wastes No Time In Buying 30 Euro 6 vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/firm-wastes-no-time-in-buying-30-euro-6-vehicles-from-man-truck-bus-uk/): Ron Smith Recycling running 35 MAN units in 40-strong fleet.
- [Booths Adds Carrier Transicold Supra® Refrigeration Units](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/supermarket-chain-booths-adds-carrier-transicold-supra-refrigeration-units-to-its-shopping-list/): Supermarket chain Booths has added its first four Carrier Transicold Supra® 1150 MT (multi-temperature) units to its fleet for intensive store delivery work across northern England.
- [First Phase Of Wakefield Smart Motorway To Go Live](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/first-phase-of-wakefield-smart-motorway-to-go-live/): Drivers will be able to use an extra lane on a section of the M1 near Wakefield from Saturday 5 December ahead of a new smart motorway going live later this month.
- [Nearly 1 In 4 Motorists Would Drive More Patiently](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/nearly-1-in-4-motorists-would-drive-more-patiently-to-boost-road-safety/): Venson research supports BRAKE Road Safety Week by asking drivers what one thing they would do to make roads safer.
- [Almost One In Five Business Drivers Don’t Take Breaks](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/almost-one-in-five-business-drivers-dont-take-breaks-when-driving-long-distances/): Eighteen per cent of business drivers have admitted that they do not stop for a break when driving for extended periods of time, according to research conducted for Brake’s Road Safety Week by Masternaut, a leading provider of fleet telematics.
- [Clarkson Expects Lower Profits Due to Depressed Conditions](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/clarkson-expects-lower-profits-2016-due-depressed-conditions-offshore/): Profits at Clarkson will be "materially lower" in 2016 than in full-year 2015 as a result of lower freight rates, quiet capital markets and weak investor confidence.
- [Brexit will Hit International Traders Hardest](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/brexit-will-hit-international-traders-hardest/): Exporters and importers, including many small businesses, will suffer most after Brexit according to international shipping providers.
- [MAJ Prepares for New VGM Weight Container Rule](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/maj-prepares-new-vgm-weight-container-rule/): The Maritime Authority of Jamaica (MAJ) has developed guidelines that it has presented to major players in the industry to make sure the country is prepared for the new weight container rule that comes into effect from July.
- [FTA says New Green Truck Fund will Help Freight Decarbonise](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/fta-says-new-green-truck-fund-will-help-freight-decarbonise/): The Freight Transport Association FTA says a new Green Truck Fund announced by Transport Minister Andrew Jones MP will support the freight sector in reducing carbon emissions.
- [FTA : Britain Needs Connections with the World](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/fta-says-britain-needs-connections-world-post-brexit/): UK shippers have warned that the British government's further delay on a decision for new runway capacity in the south east of England "is bad news for the economy and will further erode confidence in Britain’s ability to compete in global markets".
- [Call For New Freight Strategy](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/call-new-freight-strategy/): The Institution of Mechanical Engineers is calling for the Government to urgently introduce a national multi-modal freight strategy in a move to ease traffic congestion, improve air quality and boost the economy.
- [Agility Expands in South Africa](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/agility-expands-south-africa/): Global logistics operator Agility is expanding its African footprint through a joint venture South African supply chain specialist Super Group after acquiring a minority stake in Micor, the Johannesburg-based company’s freight forwarding unit.
- [DHL Expands Connections in Asia, Europe & Africa](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/dhl-expands-connections-asia-europe-north-africa/): DHL Freight, one of the leading suppliers of road transport in Europe, is now further expanding its multimodal network and linking Asian overland and intermodal transportation operations with Europe and North Africa.
- [Bulk Cargo Shipping is 'Big Business' at Docks](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/bulk-cargo-shipping-big-business-docks/): Cargo handling at Falmouth docks is big business for the A&P group.
- [Concerns Over Apprenticeship Levy Plans](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/concerns-apprenticeship-levy-plans/): Fleet workshops that employ apprentices could be forced into changing their training schemes as uncertainty builds around the apprenticeship levy, which comes into force in April 2017.
- [Rhenus Group Eyes Middle East Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/rhenus-group-eyes-middle-east-expansion/): Freight forwarder the Rhenus Group has set up its own country organisation in the UAE and is already eyeing further expansion in the Middle East.
- [Hundreds Get Jobs Thanks to New Logistics Academy](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/hundreds-get-jobs-thanks-new-logistics-academy/): A ground-breaking training academy for the logistics sector has equipped 700 unemployed people with new skills in just over two years.
- [Heathrow Airport Expansion Stopped After Brexit](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/confront-decision-heathrow-expansion/): Heathrow Airport's third runway looks “dead in the water” following David Cameron’s resignation, a senior minister has claimed.
- [Panama Opens Long-Delayed $5.4 Billion Canal Extension](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/panama-opens-canal-extension-amid-growth-risks-cost-battle/): Panama opened the long-delayed $5.4 billion expansion of its shipping canal amid cheering crowds on Sunday, despite looming economic uncertainty in the shipping industry and a heated battle over billions in cost overruns.
- [JHP Transport Expands After £300,000 Investment](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/jhp-transport-expands-300000-investment/): The growing business has relocated from its original base in Shotts and transformed a 5,000 sq ft farm complex in Sandilands into its new headquarters and distribution centre.
- [Shipping Fife's rubbish to Scandinaviasaving Fife Council](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/shipping-fifes-rubbish-scandinavia-saving-fife-council-waste-company-2-2million/): FUEL derived from our rubbish and shipped to Scandinavia helped a Fife Council waste company save £2.2 million.
- [Rolls-Royce Launching Remote-Controlled Cargo Ships](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/rolls-royce-launching-remote-controlled-cargo-ships-2020/): Rolls-Royce will build cargo ships equipped with state-of-the art VR and monitoring drones aboard, both designed to detect issues with more accuracy than a human ever could.
- [Lancaster Logistics Firm Adds New Business to its Portfolio](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/lancaster-logistics-firm-adds-new-business-portfolio/): Longstanding Lancaster firm S J Bargh Group Ltd has announced the acquisition of Stoke-on- Trent based R.G. Bassett & Sons Ltd for an undisclosed sum.
- [Slowing Shipping Fleet Growth to Ease Officer Shortage](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/slowing-shipping-fleet-growth-ease-officer-shortage/): Slowing growth in the size of the shipping fleet will reduce the shortage of officers over the coming years, according to the latest Manning report published by global shipping consultancy Drewry.
- [Brexit: What Will be the Supply Chain Implications?](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/brexit-will-supply-chain-implications/): As the UK votes today to either leave or remain in the EU, Phil Gibbs, executive director of customer success at LLamasoft, outlines what Brexit would mean for the supply chain.
- ['Vital' Livestock Haulage Service Faces End of Road](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/vital-livestock-haulage-service-faces-end-road/): A livestock haulage service said to be "as important to the Staffordshire Moorlands as JCB" could be forced to close with the loss of eight full-time jobs.
- [UK Needs National Multi-Modal Freight Strategy](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uk-urgently-needs-national-multi-modal-freight-strategy/): The Institution of Mechanical Engineers is calling on the government to urgently introduce a national multi-modal freight strategy in a move to ease traffic congestion, improve air quality and boost the economy.
- [Davies Turner Set to Double Warehousing and Distribution in Avonmouth](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/davies-turner-set-double-warehousing-distribution-avonmouth/): A second multi-million pound regional distribution centre will be constructed in Avonmouth in Bristol this Autumn, as much as doubling the capacity of warehousing and distribution in the area.
- [Fines to be Introduced for One Minute Late Trains](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/fines-introduced-one-minute-late-trains/): Waiting for a train only to find out it has been delayed is not one of the finer things in life let's face it, but will new fines that are set to be implemented in a few years time if trains are even just one minute late improve our UK rail networks?
- [DHL Trials Two Robots in Warehouses](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/dhl-trials-two-robots-warehouses/): Deutsche Post DHL has started trialling two robots called 'Baxter' and 'Sawyer' in its warehouses.
- [West Midlands Interchange Freight Depot Under Scrutiny](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/west-midlands-interchange-freight-depot-scrutiny/): Angry West Midlands residents have vowed to fight against the construction of an £8.5 million freight depot, the West Midlands Interchange.
- [Royal Mail to Allow Customers to Post Stamped Parcels at Delivery Offices](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/royal-mail-allow-customers-post-stamped-parcels-delivery-offices/): Royal Mail has announced that its customers will now be able to drop items off for delivery at local Royal Mail Delivery Offices, as it attempts to make things easier for Amazon and eBay sellers across the country.
- [W&SC Jobson: Interview with Steve Jobson](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/featuring-wsc-jobson-interview-steve-jobson-director/): Despite decades of innovation and development, vehicles break down and, when they do, it can be both an inconvenience and an anxiety-provoking experience for drivers.
- [Slowing Down Freight Vehicles Could Make Industry Greener](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/slowing-freight-vehicles-make-industry-greener/): Slowing down freight transportation vehicles could be the next step in the industry's move towards being more green.
- [Narrow Aisle Receives Strong Response to New Products](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/narrow-aisle-ltd-receives-strong-response-new-products-cemat/): The manufacturer of the Flexi series of articulated forklift trucks, Narrow Aisle Ltd, has reported significant interest in its services and product range from those who visited its stand at the recent CeMAT exhibition in Hannover, Germany.
- [TfL Manager Outlines How Skills Gap Will be Reduced](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/tfl-manager-outlines-skills-gap-will-reduced/): One of Transport for London's procurement managers has outlined how the organisation is closing the engineering skills gap in the UK by using purchasing.
- [MAN Truck & Bus To Meet Customer Requirements](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/amazons-growing-air-network/): Leading truck manufacturer MAN has supplied two hookloader vehicles fitted with LX hi-roof sleeper cabs and draw bars to meet the needs of one of specialist vehicle firm LC Vehicle Hire’s customers.
- [Will Brexit Be The Next Big Disruption For The Supply Chain?](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/will-brexit-next-big-disruption-supply-chain/): While many of the UK’s voters would likely agree they’ve heard enough already on the impacts of Brexit – whether they be economic, political or cultural – to make their decision on 23 June, the nation’s businesses are still trying to determine how dramatically a “leave” outcome would affect their operations.
- [Driverless Lorries ‘Could Save Industry £33bn’](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/driverless-lorries-save-industry-33bn/): With the first ever driverless lorries looking to hit the roads next year the vehicle revolution is something that looks to be popular with haulage companies.
- [M&S Launches Interactive Supply Chain Map](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ms-launches-interactive-supply-chain-map/): Marks & Spencer has revealed an interactive map that details its food and clothing supply chains.
- [Small Firms Uneasy With Driverless Lorries](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/small-firms-uneasy-driverless-lorries/): Driverless lorries could save the road haulage industry £33 billion over the course of the next 10 years, but some firms are still reluctant to buy into the idea.
- [FTA Concerned About Severn Crossings Future](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-concerned-severn-crossings-future/): The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has voiced its concerns over the future of the Severn crossings, which will return to public ownership in 2018.
- [Quality Freight Services Open New Sheffield Office](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/quality-freight-services-open-new-sheffield-office/): Quality Freight Services has opened a new office in Sheffield as exports from the region continue to grow.
- [DHL Testing Robots To Work In Warehouses](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/dhl-testing-robots-work-warehouses/): DHL Supply Chain is running a pilot test in conjunction with French robot technology 'EffiBOT' for an automated order picking operation in Germany.
- [Public Consultation Begins On New Freight Hub Plans](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/public-consultation-begins-new-freight-hub-plans/): Proposals for a new freight hub in the West Midlands have been opened to consultation for the public.
- [Most British Truckers Support Brexit](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/british-truckers-support-brexit/): The majority of British truckers say they want to leave the European Union amid growing frustrations regarding cheap labour from abroad, according to the latest poll by their trade body.
- [Bargh Takes Over Bassett As Part Of Haulage Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bargh-takes-bassett-part-haulage-firms-expansion/): S J Bargh, a Lancaster based logistics firm has continued its expansion by taking over Stoke-on-Trent based haulier, R G Bassett, for an undisclosed fee.
- [European Airlines Suffer As Freight Demand Tails Off](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/european-airlines-suffer-freight-demand-tails-off/): European Airlines have been hit by a decreasing demand for cargo over the course of the last month.
- [Container Weighing At Port of Liverpool](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/container-weighing-liverpool/): Weighbridge construction has been completed at the Port of Liverpool in time for the new SOLAS regulations on container weighing which take effect on 1 July.
- [Freight Firm Opens In Sheffield As Region’s Exports Grow](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/freight-firm-opens-sheffield-regions-exports-grow/): A freight forwarding firm has opened an office in Sheffield due to the strength of its exporting companies and the “vibe”.
- [New Members Join The Air Cargo Community](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/new-members-join-air-cargo-community-frankfurt-airport/): Three new members from the field of freight forwarders have joined the Frankfurt Airport Air Cargo Community.
- [Liverpool To “Revolutionise” UK Steel Supply Chain](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/9m-investment-port-liverpool-revolutionise-uk-steel-supply-chain/): The UK’s first ever fully automated steel terminal has opened at the Port of Liverpool.
- [Unmanned Cargo Aircraft Takes Off](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/unmanned-cargo-aircraft-takes-off/): The operation of unmanned cargo aircraft (UCA) moved closer to reality as delegates from the aerospace and logistics industry met recently to discuss the way forward.
- [Heathrow Enjoys Boost In Cargo Exportation](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/heathrow-enjoys-boost-cargo-exportation/): Heathrow Airport saw a boost to its cargo figures last month, particularly to emerging markets in the Far East and Asia.
- [Low Carbon Transport Loan Fund Boost For Scotland](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/low-carbon-transport-loan-fund-boost-scotland/): The fund for low carbon transport has doubled in Scotland thanks to the Scottish Government's funding boost.
- [Ryanair Reveals New Accommodation Provider Plans](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/ryanair-reveals-new-accommodation-provider-plans/): Ryanair is planning to become the 'Amazon of air travel' after it revealer plans to launch a new low price accommodation provider.
- [Titan Solutions at Your Service](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/titan-solutions-service/): It seems that businesses across the UK have been prospering a lot more than you may think since the rapid growth of the self-storage industry, and Titan Storage Solutions are on hand to provide tailor made solutions for a range of requirements.
- [Airport City Manchester Logistics Facility Sold For £7.6m](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/airport-city-manchester-logistics-facility-sold-7-6m/): MAG Property has sold the logistics facility at Airport City Manchester for £7.68 million to HPPUT.
- [Road Haulage Firms Still Suffering From Lack Of Drivers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/road-haulage-firms-still-suffering-lack-drivers/): The UK's leading palletised freight network has produced a study that shows road haulage firms are still being hit by driver shortages.
- [Northern Rail Use Regional System As Transformation](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/northern-rail-use-regional-system-part-transformation/): Northern Rail has announced it will shake up its divisions in a bid to transform rail travel in the North.
- [DHL To Help Develop Future Of Lunar Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/dhl-help-develop-future-lunar-logistics/): Logistics giant DHL is looking at the possibility of developing a lunar delivery service.
- [Horizontal Lifts Revolutionise London Tube Network](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/horizontal-lifts-may-revolutionise-london-tube-network/): The London Underground network could be revolutionised by the introduction of horizontal lifts.
- [Latest TfL Figures Show London Buses Getting Even Slower](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/latest-tfl-figures-show-london-buses-getting-even-slower/): Buses in London are getting slower, according to the latest figures produced by Transport for London.
- [Cheshire Logistics Company Joins Palletways Network](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/cheshire-logistics-company-joins-palletways-network/): The logistics firm Cammack, based in Cheshire, has joined the largest palletised freight network in Europe.
- [DHL Launches Carbon Calculator as Part of Green Pledge](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/dhl-launches-carbon-calculator-part-green-pledge/): DHL has pledged to be a greener and cleaner company by launching a carbon calculator that will forecast all transport-related emissions for almost all transport methods and shipment sizes.
- ['Robotization' of Logistics Industry Could Cause 1.5m Job Loss](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/robotization-logistics-industry-cause-1-5m-job-loss/): The 'robotization' of the logistics industry will result in 1.5 million job losses in the Eurozone over the next ten year period, according to the latest study by Roland Berger.
- [RMT's Underground Warning Confirmed by Latest Figures](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/rmts-underground-warning-confirmed-latest-figures/): The Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union's warning over the increasing dangers on London Underground platforms has been confirmed by the latest figures.
- [CMA CGM Adds Remote IT Management to VSAT Service](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/cma-cgm-adds-remote-management-vsat-service/): Container ship operator CMA CGM will be using remote IT management systems across its fleet after adding Palantir’s solution to the Marlink VSAT services.
- [DB Cargo Extends Aggregates Contract with Mendip Rail](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/db-cargo-extends-aggregates-contract-mendip-rail/): DB Cargo has extended its contract to continue delivering aggregates for Mendip Rail for the next five years.
- [Logistics Industry Split on EU Referendum](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-industry-split-eu-referendum-2/): The logistics industry is split on whether or not Britain should remain as part of the European Referendum, according to the latest IMHX Business Survey.
- [Euro Car Parts Launches New £1M Mobile Website](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/euro-car-parts-launches-new-1million-mobile-optimised-website/): “Click & Collect is the quickest way for consumers to get any part for any car, including performance parts, at trade prices” - Martin Gray, Euro Car Parts CEO Euro Car Parts (ECP), the UK’s number one distributor of car parts, has launched a new £1million fully responsive and mobile optimised website featuring a performance parts section and an enhanced Click & Collect service.
- [UK Reluctant to Spend £250m on Kent Truck](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/uk-mps-day-govt-needs-justify-250m-kent-truck-park-plan/): A UK parliamentary committee has questioned a government plan to spend £250m building a vast truck park in Kent when freight routes across the English Channel are disrupted.
- [UK's Largest Container Port Secures Freight Service](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/uks-largest-container-port-secures-new-rail-freight-service/): The largest container port in the UK has seen the introduction of the 32nd daily rail freight service.
- [Palletways Seals £160m Deal with Major](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/palletways-seals-160m-deal-major-south-african-firm/): Logistics company Palletways has been purchased for over £160 million by giant South African firm Imperial Holdings.
- [Volvo Trucks' Aiming to Reduce Fuel Consumption](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-trucks-aim-reduce-fuel-consumption/): Volvo Trucks' aim to reduce fuel consumption by over 30% with its new concept truck.
- [Troubled Portsmouth Shipping Firm Reveals £1.6m Profit](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/troubled-portsmouth-shipping-firm-reveals-1-6m-profit/): A local authority has said it has made a £1.6m overall profit in the years it has owned a troubled Portsmouth shipping company.
- [BIFA Seeking to Change Their Qualifications](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/bifa-seeking-change-qualifications/): The British International Freight Association (BIFA) is seeking to 'trailblaze' its qualification in freight forwarding.
- [WSS : the Dangers of Non-Standardised Cleaning Products](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/wss-warns-product-chemical-tanker-operators-dangers-non-standardised-cleaning-products/): If you can’t trust your cleaning products, you can’t guarantee compliance.
- [BCA Appoints New Strategic Development Director for Europe](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bca-appoints-new-strategic-development-director-europe/): BCA has announced the appointment of Konrad Zwirner into the new role of European Strategic Development Director, reporting to EU COO Remarketing, Jean-Roch Piat, with effect from 1 June 2016.
- [Low-Cost, Long-Haul Airline : The ‘POP’-osition](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/the-pop-osition/): A New Low-Cost, Long-Haul Airline Putting ‘People Over Profit’ - POP!
- [Spreading the Good Word Of Container Handling](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/spreading-good-word/): How should a port approach an upgrade for its crane spreaders?
- [FTA Helps Drivers Stay One Step Ahead in France](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/fta-helps-drivers-stay-one-step-ahead-france/): The Freight Transport Association (FTA) is helping drivers plan ahead with live updates on the fuel shortages in France thanks to the country’s English-speaking newspaper Connexion France.
- [Great British Freight Off](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/great-british-freight-off/): Europa Worldwide Group has marked its first anniversary in its £30million Dartford 1hub.
- [Crosspoint 33' New Warehouse for TK Maxx](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/crosspoint33-project-sees-construction-new-warehouse-tk-maxx/): Work is under way on a new, multimillion pound warehouse to be built just off junction 33 of the M62 motorway in Knottingley.
- [Support For Third Runway at Heathrow at Multimodal](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/support-third-runway-heathrow-multimodal-2016-debate/): At a recent conference, Multimodal 2016, some of the country’s senior executives in business and leaders of national trade organisations came together to discuss what the future might hold for airports in terms of growth and modernisation.
- [RHA tackles the HGV driver shortage head on](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/rha-tackles-hgv-driver-shortage-head/): The Road Haulage Association has recently launched another exciting initiative, Road to Logistics.
- [Heathrow Expansion '5,000 Jobs in Northern Ireland'](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/heathrow-expansion-create-5000-jobs-northern-ireland/): John Holland-Kaye said air links with Belfast International Airport could also be restored if the London hub is permitted to build a third runway.
- [‘Voice of the Logistics Industry’ Plays a Key Role at Multimodal](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/voice-logistics-industry-plays-key-role-multimodal/): With over 650 member companies, UKWA is the ‘Voice of the Logistics Industry’.
- [Advanced Supply Chain Launches Revolutionary Returns Service](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/advanced-supply-chain-launches-revolutionary-returns-service/): The global supply chain provider has launched ‘ReStore’ – a returns service it hopes will stem the losses incurred by retailers due to inefficient and inadequate returns processes.
- [Sheffield’s Tram Train Project Delayed Again](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/sheffields-tram-train-project-delayed/): Plans for a new tram-train link between Sheffield and Rotherham have been hit by another delay.
- [Crowdfunding to Provide Bus Service for 'Isolated' People](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/crowdfunding-drive-aims-provide-bus-service-isolated-people-liverpool/): Community campaigner Will Thompson has launched a £15,000 crowdfunding campaign to improve bus services for disadvantaged people in Liverpool.
- [Scottish Airbase ‘Runway-Ready’ to be UK’s First Spaceport](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/scottish-airbase-runway-ready-uks-first-spaceport/): Based at the community-owned airbase near Campbeltown on the Kintyre peninsula, the Machrihanish Airbase Community Company (MACC) proposal is the only short listed bidder to have been twice approved for space flight and is the only one of the list that can meet the UK Government’s minimum runway length for the proposed facility.
- [Transport Bosses say Guided Busway is a Hit](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/thatcham-reveals-autonomous-car-timeline-predictions-ahead-transport-bill/): The controversial Leigh-Manchester Busway is clearly a hit with some people – more than 4,000 passengers a day to be precise.
- [Bombardier opens Crossrail testing facility in Derby](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/bombardier-opens-crossrail-testing-facility-derby/): Bombardier will test and commission its Crossrail trains at a new facility in Derby, which formally opened on Friday.
- [Heathrow Third Runway: Sadiq Khan Told To Stop Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/heathrow-third-runway-sadiq-khan-told-everything-can-stop-expansion/): They signed a letter organised by Twickenham Tory MP Tania Mathias calling on Mr Khan to stick to his commitment during the mayoral election to oppose Heathrow expansion, having previously supported it.
- [Blind Veterans Replaces Shuttle Fleet with New Volkswagen Transporters](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/blind-veterans-replaces-shuttle-fleet-new-volkswagen-transporters/): Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has agreed a new deal to supply the Blind Veterans UK charity with five new Transporter shuttles.
- [KNAPP WMS Controls the Highest Frozen High-Bay in Europe](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/knapp-wms-controls-highest-frozen-high-bay-europe/): The KiSoft Warehouse Management System (WMS) from KNAPP controls operations at the new distribution centre of Romania’s leading wholesaler of refrigerated and frozen goods, Macromex.
- [Goodyear Signs Multiple Tyre Deals](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/goodyear-signs-multiple-tyre-deals/): Goodyear has signed a series of tyre agreements with transport firms, including a deal to fit and supply more than 150 SJ Bargh vehicles with Kmax tyres and the Omnitrac range, after 40 years with a leading competitor.
- [IAG's Double-Digit Middle East Capacity Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/iags-double-digit-middle-east-capacity-expansion/): IAG Cargo is hoping economic growth in Bahrain and the Qatar 2022 football world cup project will help fill a double-digit expansion of capacity on its Middle East services.
- [Atlas Scores Deal with Amazon for 20 Freighters, 20% Stake](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/atlas-scores-deal-amazon-20-freighters-20-stake/): The dust still hasn't settled from the Amazon/ATSG deal, and now the e-commerce giant has done it again, this time with Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings Inc.
- [Impatient UK Forwarders Weigh in on Airport Expansion Delays](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/impatient-uk-forwarders-weigh-airport-expansion-delays/): Freight forwarders in the United Kingdom who are frustrated by the lack of progress in the expansion plans for the country's airports are mad as hell and they're not going to take it anymore.
- [A New Hope as European Airlines Return to Growth](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/new-hope-european-airlines-return-growth/): Europe’s major cargo carriers have seen cargo volumes return to growth in April after a difficult start to the year.
- [Belfast Opts for Moveable Port Storage](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/belfast-opts-moveable-port-storage/): Rubb Building Systems has designed, manufactured and constructed a new port storage structure at Belfast Harbour.
- [Pulling for Hospice in 60th Year in Business](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/pulling-hospice-60th-year-business-read-httpwww-falkirkherald-co-uknewsbusinesspulling-hospice-60th-year-business-1-4122803ixzz48f8pip3t/): A successful haulage firm marked its 60th year in business by donating £60,000 to Strathcarron Hospice.
- [London Container Terminal Launches First Booking App](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/london-container-terminal-launches-first-vehicle-booking-app-hauliers/): Tilbury’s London Container Terminal has this week launched the UK’s first fully integrated Vehicle Booking System (VBS) mobile app uniquely designed for the terminal’s hauliers.
- [Williams Shipping Cargo Handling with £250k Investment](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/williams-shipping-boosts-cargo-handling-250k-investment/): Expanding marine and logistics company based in Southampton, Williams Shipping, has boosted its cargo handling capabilities with a cash injection of £250,000.
- [Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership Announces Champions](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/low-carbon-vehicle-partnership-announces-2016-low-carbon-champions/): The Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership (LowCVP) has announced the 2016 Low Carbon Champions at the industry’s leading networking dinner, held in Milton Keynes in association with Cenex LCV2016.
- [Hellmann Managing Director Announces Positive Q2 Results](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/hellmann-managing-director-announces-positive-q2-results/): Managing Director of Hellmann Worldwide Logistics UK, Andy Connor, has announced that all products in its UK division of the family owned German logistics provider are trading in line with their respective budgets for this year.
- [IAAF to Team Up With FleetCheck](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/iaaf-team-fleetcheck/): More benefits of IAAF membership continue to be announced, as the federation revealed that it is to team up with FleetCheck to offer a range of services.
- [SDC to Showcase Kinetic Energy Recovery Trailer](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/sdc-showcase-kinetic-energy-recovery-trailer-german-commercial-vehicle-show/): UK trailer manufacturer SDC will be unveiling its ground-breaking new Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS) semi-trailer at the IAA Commercial Vehicle Show in Germany later this month.
- [Mercedes Vans Unveils Futuristic Business Plans](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/mercedes-vans-unveils-futuristic-business-plans/): Mercedes-Benz Vans has launched a series of new initiatives and business models for its light commercial vehicles under the banner of 'adVANce'.
- [The Importance of Air Freight to UK Exports](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/importance-air-freight-uk-exports/): It’s not just businesses and residents in the south east that benefit from new runway capacity.
- [Industry Welcomes Rail Freight Strategy](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/industry-welcomes-rail-freight-strategy/): UK: Representatives of the rail sector have welcomed the publication on September 13 of the government’s rail freight strategy, which has been developed in collaboration with operators and customers as well as infrastructure manager Network Rail.
- [New Bridge at Brocklesby Junction Now in Use](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/new-bridge-brocklesby-junction-now-use/): A new section of road, part of an £88.4 million project to improve access to the Port of Immingham, is now open, following closures over the weekend for resurfacing, to join up the new section of work.
- [Citywide BikeTubes Brought to London](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/citywide-biketubes-brought-london-odonovan-waste-disposal-llc-partnership/): This month, the London Cycling Campaign (LCC) have teamed up with O’Donovan Waste Disposal, to bring citywide BikeTubes to the capital.
- [ThinkSpace Takes Possession of Landmark Building](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/imperial-college-london-thinkspace-takes-possession-landmark-building-white-city-campus/): Imperial College London ThinkSpace has taken possession of the new Translation and Innovation Hub at the College’s White City Campus, following the building’s completion by contractor Laing O’Rourke.
- [LowCVP Celebrate Adoption of Low Emission Buses](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/lowcvp-celebrate-uks-adoption-low-emission-buses-lcv2016/): Cenex-LCV2016, the largest UK technology showcasing and networking event for the low carbon vehicle community, takes place from the 14th - 15th September this year, and will be transporting their delegates in some of the latest examples of low emission bus technology.
- [Rescue Boat Charities Benefit from £1M Gov Grant](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/rescue-boat-charities-benefit-1million-government-grant/): Shipping Minister John Hayes announced last week that the government will be encouraging rescue services in local communities to bid for part of a £1 million support fund.
- [The PTV Group Will be at InnoTrans in Berlin](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ptv-group-will-innotrans-2016-berlin/): InnoTrans, the international exhibition for transport technology, takes place in Berlin from the 20th to the 23rd September this year, and experts will be gathering from all around the world.
- [Mixed Reactions to New Cambridge Tram System](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/mixed-reactions-new-cambridge-tram-system-proposal/): Transport in Cambridge is always a hot topic for the town, but the latest ‘tram plan’ proposals have caused particularly mixed feelings.
- [Government to Hold Inquiry into Grounding of Oil Rig](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/government-hold-inquiry-grounding-oil-rig/): The Transocean Winner rig hit rocks in the Western Isles of Scotland earlier this year, after it broke loose from its tug boat en route from Norway to Malta.
- [Military Should Protect Drivers From Migrants](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/british-transport-boss-says-french-military-protect-uk-drivers-calais-migrants/): The chief of the Road Haulage Association, Rod McKenzie, has called for French troops to be stationed at Calais, in a bid to protect UK lorry drivers in particular from the increasingly desperate and violent attempts of migrants to board their vehicles to get into the UK.
- [‘Walk the Tube’ Map, Bid to Reduce Zone1 Congestion](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/tfl-release-walk-tube-map-bid-reduce-zone-1-congestion/): Transport for London has released a new version of their iconic Underground map, this time showing the number of steps it would take to walk between each stop on the map.
- [Turners of Soham Buy Goldstar Transport](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/turners-soham-buy-goldstar-transport-uks-second-largest-container-operator/): Turners of Soham, one of the largest haulage companies in the UK, has bought the second-largest container operator in the UK, Goldstar Transport.
- [Hyperloop Could Connect London to Manchester in 18 Minutes](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/elon-musks-futuristic-hyperloop-connect-london-manchester-just-18-minutes/): The futuristic super-fast transportation system dreamed up by self-proclaimed visionary Elon Musk could be coming to Great Britain.
- [9% of Cars Should be Ultra-Low Emission](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/eac-says-9-cars-ultra-low-emission-2020/): The Environmental Audit Committee (EAC) says a clear strategy needs to be outlined by the Department for Transport (DfT) to reduce air pollution and continue the introduction of ultra-low emission vehicles.
- [EU Aviation Groups Call for Small Drones to be Registered](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/eu-aviation-groups-call-small-drones-registered/): A number of aviation associations have called for all small drones in Europe to be registered, due to fears surrounding their potential to cause accidents and issues for the industry.
- [Ford Develops ‘Super-Tough’ Ignition Key](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/ford-develops-super-tough-ignition-key/): Ford has introduced a ‘super-tough’ ignition key, which is designed to last a lifetime even in the hands of the most demanding drivers.
- [Mach 1 Couriers Acquires Creative Cars & Couriers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/mach-1-couriers-acquires-creative-cars-couriers/): Mach 1 Couriers has bought Creative Cars & Couriers, its largest acquisition to date.
- [GB Railfreight Invests in Wagons for Expended Contract](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/gb-railfreight-invests-wagons-expended-contract/): GB Railfeight has invested in a brand new fleet of high capacity wagons in order to meet increased demand due to signing a five year contract extension with Sibelco Europe.
- [Rail Industry Lays Out Vision for Future of Stations](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/rail-industry-lays-vision-future-stations/): Rail firms have published a number of images that show a vision of how the railway station of the future could look.
- [Aeroflot Named Best European Airline](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/aeroflot-named-best-european-airline/): Aeroflot has been named as the best airline in Europe at the prestigious Business Traveller Russia & CIS Awards.
- [Parkopedia Announces Coyote Deal](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/parkopedia-announces-coyote-deal/): The biggest parking service provider in the world, Parkopedia has announced a pan European deal with Coyote.
- [DHL to Trial Vision Picking in UK](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/dhl-trial-vision-picking-uk/): DHL Supply Chain is to introduce augmented reality technology glasses into warehouses in the UK in an aim to increase efficiency.
- [UK Road Freight and Logistics More Efficient than Ever](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/uk-road-freight-logistics-efficient-ever-says-dft/): Due to ever-increasing demand by the online shopping market, the amount of goods transported on UK roads last year increased by 12%.
- [Women Want to Drive Trucks says Twitter](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/females-wanting-take-truck-driving-increase/): A recent Twitter poll undertaken by the Freight Transport Association asked females whether they would be willing to drive a 44-tonne truck, with the results showing that 79% of women polled would be willing to get behind the wheel of a HGV.
- [Australian Software Promises to Minimise Traffic](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/australian-logistics-software-promises-minimise-traffic-emissions/): Australian firm Premonition is a logistics optimisation firm, aiming to help both customers and shipping companies meet efficiency targets in an ever-growing consumer market.
- [Funding Ecosystem Takes Centre Stage at Cenex-LCV](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uk-funding-ecosystem-take-centre-stage-cenex-lcv2016/): For this year’s Cenex-LCV2016 event, all of the UK funding bodies supporting UK motor industry innovation are coming together in a UK Pavilion.
- [2 Sisters Food Group Invests £45m in Supply Chain](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/2-sisters-food-group-invests-45m-supply-chain-efficiencies/): 2 Sisters Food Group has announced plans to invest £45m to make its Scunthorpe facility more efficient.
- [Can Drones Be Taken Seriously in the Supply Chain?](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/can-drones-taken-seriously-supply-chain/): Before drones can be commercialised, we will need concrete legislation that outlines parameters of how they can be used.
- [Work Set to Begin On New Rail Interchange](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/work-set-begin-new-rail-interchange/): The project will include an onside rail freight terminal suitable for 750m freight trains and it will have direct connection into the National Freight Network and will be a three to three and a half year programme in various phases.
- [FL Technics Signs Deal with Express Air Cargo](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/fl-technics-signs-deal-express-air-cargo/): FL Technics, a global aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul services provider, has signed a new deal with Express Air Cargo to provide redelivery checks on two of the carrier’s 737-300s.
- [IAG Cargo Transports Equipment for The Who](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/iag-cargo-transports-equipment/): IAG Cargo has recently moved equipment for The Who during their North American tour.
- [Port Salford Sails Ahead With Logistics HQ Plans](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/port-salford-sails-ahead-logistics-hq-plans/): Port Salford, the emerging freight terminal currently under construction on the banks of the Manchester Ship Canal, is set to secure another occupier after plans were lodged for a global logistics group to build a new regional headquarters at the Peel-owned site.
- [Shipping Needs to be Ready for EU Emissions Rules](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/shipping-needs-ready-eu-emissions-rules/): Shipping companies must be prepared to begin monitoring and reporting vessel greenhouse gas emissions for ships of more than 500gt loading or unloading at European ports.
- [Shipping Giant Maersk to Cut 400 Fleet Jobs](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/shipping-giant-maersk-cut-400-fleet-jobs/): Hundreds of British maritime jobs could be at risk as part of plans by shipping giant Maersk to cut costs in the face of sluggish global demand.
- [IAG Cargo Adds New Services Through DHL Partnership](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-adds-new-freighter-services-dhl-partnership/): IAG Cargo has announced it will begin offering two new European freighter services through its shared capacity agreement with DHL.
- [Gov to Get Tough on Tax Avoidance Supply Chain](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/government-get-tough-tax-avoidance-supply-chain/): The government has confirmed today it will seek to clamp down on accountants, tax planners and advisers who help their clients to bend the rules and avoid tax.
- [FedEx Sorting Facility Opened at Perth Airport](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/fedex-sorting-facility-opened-perth-airport/): FedEx Express has opened a new state-of-the-art parcel and freight sorting facility at Perth Airport in western Australia.
- [American Airlines has Record Day from London Heathrow](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/american-airlines-cargo-record-freight-day-london-heathrow/): American Airlines Cargo shipped more than 575,000 pounds (260,000 kilograms) of freight and mail from London Heathrow (LHR) in a single day, setting a new daily record for the station.
- [Telematics Tech on the Rise Among UK Business Fleets](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/telematics-tech-rise-among-uk-business-fleets/): The number of businesses using telematics in their fleet vehicles has almost doubled over the last year.
- [DHL Locks Up Security Contract For 4 Years](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/dhl-locks-security-contract-another-four-years/): DHL’s Global Forwarding air and ocean freight arm has renewed its contract with security hardware specialist Southco for four more years.
- [E-Commerce Drives Growth in Logistics Industry Jobs](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/e-commerce-drives-growth-logistics-industry-jobs/): Delivery and logistics companies created thousands of jobs this year to deal with the ongoing growth in the e-commerce market, according to The Wall Street Journal.
- [BIFA Backs call for End to Shipping Line Surcharges](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/bifa-backs-call-end-shipping-line-surcharges/): BIFA, The British International Freight Association, is backing the recent call by shippers for an end to surcharges imposed by shipping lines.
- [Low Emission Bus Scheme Awards £30million Grant](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/low-emission-bus-scheme-awards-30million-grant/): A delayed announcement of a £30million award from the low Emission Bus Scheme for clean bus technology has been made by Transport Minister Andrew Jones.
- [New SABRE Rocket Engine Could Revolutionise Air Travel](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/new-sabre-rocket-engine-revolutionise-air-travel/): UK Engineers at Reaction Engines Ltd are busy developing a revolutionary rocket engine, which may one day allow passengers to jet from London to Sydney in just four hours.
- [Driver Retention Remains Key Issue for Transport Firms](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/driver-retention-remains-key-issue-transport-firms/): A new survey of SMEs by Close Brothers Business Barometer has found that driver retention is the biggest challenge facing transport operators today.
- [Amazon Unveil First Branded Cargo Aircraft](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/amazon-unveil-first-branded-cargo-aircraft/): Amazon have unveiled their first ever branded cargo airplane at the 2016 Seafair Air Show in Seattle.
- [Government Spends 6 Times Per Person in London](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/government-spends-6-times-much-transport-per-person-london-anywhere-else-uk/): New analysis has revealed that the Department for Transport will be spending £1869 per person in London over the next four years of Conservative government – compared to just £280 per person in the North of England.
- [120 New Trucks for NHS Supply Chain](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/120-new-trucks-nhs-supply-chain/): 120 DAF Trucks have been delivered to NHS Supply Chain as part of a programme to replace their entire fleet.
- [Real Opportunities for a Truly Inclusive Supply Chain](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/real-opportunities-truly-inclusive-supply-chain/): Ahead of their global conference on supplier inclusivity and diversity, Procurement Leaders invites MSDUK founder Mayank Shah shares lessons from 10 years of helping businesses make supply chains more inclusive.
- [Priority Freight Adds New German Airfreight Department](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/priority-freight-adds-new-german-airfreight-department/): Priority Freight has set up a new, dedicated emergency airfreight department at its office in Willich, Germany in order to enhance operations in central Europe.
- [International Profits Boost for UPS](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/international-profits-boost-ups/): Operating profit rose 11 per cent at UPS’s International Package business in the second quarter, but this was partially offset by a slip in profits at the Supply Chain and Freight business.
- [Shipping Wakes Up to the New Digital Age](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/shipping-wakes-new-digital-age/): Big data will become the ‘oil of 21st century’ for the maritime industry.
- [Mercedes Unveils New 26 Tonne Electric Truck](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/mercedes-unveils-new-26-tonne-electric-truck/): Mercedes have unveiled their Urban eTruck, which they claim is a first for vehicles of this weight.
- [Current Attempts are Insufficient to Tackle Driver Shortage](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/transport-committee-warns-current-attempts-insufficient-tackle-driver-shortage/): A new report by the Transport Committee has said that current efforts to resolve driver shortages will not be enough to prevent the “looming skills crisis”.
- [DHL to Invest in US Cross-Border E-Commerce Market](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/dhl-invest-us-cross-border-e-commerce-market/): Deutsche Post DHL Group has announced its plans to invest US$137m over the next four years in developing its presence in the US domestic and cross-border e-commerce market.
- [Prime Minister to Prioritise Logistics Post-Brexit](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/freight-transport-association-urges-prime-minister-prioritise-logistics-post-brexit/): FTA boss David Wells has urged new PM Theresa May to prioritise the Logistics industry as the UK discusses the terms of Brexit with the EU, asking that she ensures that goods can move freely between the UK and the rest of the world.
- [HS3 Trains Should Stop in Bradford & York](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/high-speed-trans-pennine-trains-stop-bradford-york/): HS3 is the latest high-speed train route set to shave around 20 minutes off the trans-Pennine journey from Manchester to Leeds.
- [London City Airport Given Green Light for £344m Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/london-city-airport-given-green-light-344m-expansion/): Ministers have granted permission for London City Airport to undertake a £344m expansion, including an extended terminal, more space for planes to taxi to and from the runway, and new aircraft stands to allow bigger and more modern airplanes to use the airport.
- [Order Placed for Largest Ever LNG-Fuelled Bulk Carrier](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/order-placed-largest-ever-lng-fuelled-bulk-carrier/): Hyundai Mipo Dockyard (HMD) has signed a contract to build a 50 000 DWT bulk carrier with ILSHIN Logistics.
- [The Co-op Renews its Logistics Contract with Wincanton](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/co-op-renews-logistics-contract-wincanton/): Wincanton, the supply chain solutions business, will continue to service a number of the Co-op’s distribution centres after it signed a deal to extend its relationship with the retailer for a further five years.
- [Freight Declines Drive Drop in Norfolk Southern Profit](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/freight-declines-drive-drop-norfolk-southern-profit/): Norfolk Southern Corp (NSC), the No. 4 U.S.
- [Streamlining Logistics in a Post-Brexit Britain](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/streamlining-logistics-post-brexit-britain/): The UK’s decision to leave the EU has triggered a sense of uncertainty across the business spectrum, not least in the procurement and supply chain sectors.
- [DHL Publishes Third Paper on the Business Collective](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/dhl-publishes-third-paper-business-collective/): DHL launched its third white paper in its Business Collective 1.0 series on July 26, highlighting that it is now necessary for companies to deploy and activate assets they neither own nor control by tapping into the capabilities of business partners.
- [Global Supply Chain Consultancy Expands into UK](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/global-supply-chain-consultancy-expands-uk/): Miebach, the global supply chain consultancy with 20 offices and a network of 1,000 customers around the world has entered the UK market with an office in Maidstone, Kent.
- [GPA Gets Go Ahead for New Inland Terminal](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/gpa-gets-go-ahead-new-inland-terminal/): The Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) has approved a spending package of US$19.7m to construct its new Appalachian Regional Port terminal in Chatsworth, Georgia.
- [Shipping Containers Could be the Farms of the Future](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/shipping-containers-farms-future/): An Imperial design engineering student has created a new hydroponic farming system to utilise wasted space in the shipping container industry.
- [DHL to Deliver from Smartphone to Smart Cars in Germany](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/dhl-deliver-smartphone-smart-cars-germany/): Starting this September, Smart car owners in Stuttgart will be able to use their cars as mobile addresses for DHL deliveries.
- [EU Low Emission Strategy a Step in the Right Direction](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/eu-low-emission-strategy-step-right-direction/): Responding to the European Commission’s low-emission mobility strategy announced recently the Freight Transport Association FTA has said that the proposed measures are a step in the right direction to reducing freight carbon emissions.
- [ICS Conference Sets the Shipping Agenda](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/ics-conference-sets-shipping-agenda/): The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) will focus clearly on its core agenda this year, with experts from key areas of industry across the board speaking at its 2016 International Shipping Conference, to be held at the British Library on Wednesday 7th September.
- [Fifth of Australian Online Retailers Planning Physical Stores](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/fifth-australian-online-retailers-planning-physical-stores/): Increasing numbers of Australia’s online retailers are planning to open a physical store to provide a tangible experience for customers and drive online sales, according to research.
- [ACI Reports Marginal Increase in May Cargo Traffic](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/aci-reports-marginal-increase-may-cargo-traffic/): According to Airports Council International (ACI) figures, its airport members handled 0.5% more International freight in May than during the same month of 2015.
- [Marseille Powers Ahead with Expansion Works](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/marseille-powers-ahead-expansion-works/): Two main construction projects at the French port Marseille Fos which will enable it to handle mega-ships are nearing completion.
- [Pokémon Go Players Advised to Stay Safe at FTA ‘PokéStop](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/pokemon-go-players-advised-stay-safe-fta-pokestop/): The Freight Transport Association’s (FTA) head office in Tunbridge Wells is identified as a ‘PokéStop’ in Pokémon Go - the latest craze to hit smartphones.
- [DNV GL Pursues New Technology and Innovation](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/dnv-gl-pursues-new-technology-innovation/): Developing options for alternative fuels for shipping is a key aspect of reducing its environmental footprint.
- [Telematics Adoption by UK Fleets Shows Signs of Slowdown](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/telematics-adoption-uk-fleets-shows-signs-slowdown/): Growth in telematics adoption by UK fleets has slowed down over the last three years, new research finds.
- [World’s First LNG-Powered Bulk Carrier](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/worlds-first-lng-powered-bulk-carrier/): World’s First LNG-Powered Bulk Carrier : MAN Diesel & Turbo has been contracted to supply a dual fuel low-speed diesel engine to a bulk carrier currently being built in South Korea.
- [Freight Traffic Continues to Increase](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/freight-traffic-continues-increase/): The number of freight units carried by ferry companies on the English Channel and the Irish Sea increased by 4.8% to 4.41 million units in 2015, according to figures published today by Discover Ferries.
- [Drones Could be More than Cargo Carriers](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/drones-cargo-carriers/): Much of the interest in drones has centred on their potential as cargo carriers but they could also help keep larger aircraft flying.
- [Abu Dhabi's Economy Grows 7.7% Non-Oil](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/abu-dhabis-economy-grows-7-7-boost-non-oil-sectors/): Abu Dhabi’s growth in its non-oil economy outstripped its oil counterpart in the last quarter of 2015, according to a report.
- [Deutsche Floats Surprise RBS Shipping Bid](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/deutsche-floats-surprise-rbs-shipping-bid/): Germany's biggest lender has emerged as a surprise contender to take on a multibillion dollar shipping finance business even as its share price barely hovers above record lows.
- [Lockheed Hails Bravo Aircraft Deal](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/lockheed-hails-bravo-aircraft-deal/): Brazilian-US defence and logistics group Bravo Industries signed a deal to buy ten Lockheed Martin LM-100J Super Hercules commercial freighters at today’s Farnborough Air Show in the UK.
- [New Price Ruling Will Modernise Shipping Industry](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/new-price-ruling-will-modernise-shipping-industry/): The Freight Transport Association FTA says the European Commission’s adoption of new pricing rules for shipping lines will modernise the industry and bring it into the 21st Century.
- [Heathrow Chief Repeats Expansion Call as Cargo Jumps](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/heathrow-chief-repeats-expansion-call-cargo-jumps-june/): Heathrow chief executive John Holland-Kaye called for a quick decision on the airport’s third runway as the London gateway revealed a jump in cargo in June.
- [Unlocking the Benefits of Freight](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/unlocking-benefits-freight/): Following the country’s decision to leave the EU, Philippa Edmunds, manager of Freight on Rail and a member of the Campaign for Better Transport, highlights the importance of freight in the UK, with a particular focus in the north east.
- [Global Infrastructure Underspend Could Harm Growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/global-infrastructure-underspend-harm-growth/): There is a global shortfall of $350bn a year in infrastructure spending, a report has said.
- [Owner-Managed Shipping & Transport Businesses Confident](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/second-developer-puts-forward-homes-bid-park-street-rail-freight-site/): A survey by leading accountant Moore Stephens has revealed that over three-quarters of owner-managed businesses (OMBs) in the UK operating in the shipping and transport sector are confident about their prospects for 2016.
- [Hyundai, Microsoft & Intel on Smart Ship Development](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/hyundai-work-microsoft-intel-smart-ship-development/): Shipbuilder Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SK Shipping, Intel, Microsoft, the Ulsan Center for Creative Economy & Innovation (UCCEI) and the Daejeon Center for Creative Economy & Innovation (DCCEI), which aims to create a new ‘Eco System’ for the development of smart ships.
- [Deal Opens More Satcoms to Norwegian Shipping](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/deal-opens-satcoms-norwegian-shipping/): NSSLGlobal and Norwegian service reseller FleetCom have formed a strategic alliance to offer satellite communications to Norway’s merchant ships, offshore and fishing fleets.
- [Strong logistics sector delivers boon to business for LSH](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/strong-logistics-sector-delivers-boon-business-lsh/): The buoyant logistics sector has proved a real boon for the Birmingham office of Lambert Smith Hampton, with the firm completing one million sq ft of deals in the first five months of 2016.
- [Shipping Says Go East to Find Your Fortune](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/shipping-says-go-east-find-fortune/): The results from the latest Norton Rose Fulbright The way ahead transport survey are in and the consensus among shipping respondents is that a majority of the shipping industry (58 per cent) continues to favour Asia Pacific for investment opportunities over the next two to five years, followed, to a far lesser extent, by Europe (16 per cent).
- [Haulier Drives Ahead with Growth Plans after Finance Deal](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/haulier-drives-ahead-growth-plans-finance-deal/): A road haulage company based in Leeds which launched last year and now has clients including Royal Mail is gearing up for further growth after securing a finance deal.
- [Ship Suppliers Can Now Benefit from Further EU Integration](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/ship-suppliers-can-now-benefit-eu-integration/): Rotterdam-based law firm AKD says suppliers of goods and services to the international shipping industry, such as bunker suppliers, can modify the jurisdiction clauses in their standard terms to explicitly include the Rotterdam Court, thereby making it possible to apply to the Rotterdam Court to issue trans-border arrest orders against debtors’ assets.
- [Ports Unite as Northern Economy Push Powers Up](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/ports-unite-northern-economy-push-powers/): NORTHERN port giants have united to ensure one voice is heard by Government when it comes to improving vital freight and transport links.
- [New container terminal at Port of Montréal](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/new-container-terminal-port-montreal/): The Port of Montréal has celebrated the opening of a new container terminal in the Viau sector.
- [Ukraine Bans Russian Freight Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ukraine-bans-russian-freight-trucks/): After nearly a week of trade disputes, the two nations are caught in a standstill with hundreds of cargo trucks stranded.
- [Audi uses wearables in logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/audi-uses-wearables-logistics/): Scanner-gloves now make work easier for international logistics employees at the Audi plant in Ingolstadt: For the worldwide dispatch of car components, they now use the “ProGlove” by the name of “Mark” with its embedded barcode scanner.
- [Shipping expert Robertshaw joins international company](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/shipping-expert-robertshaw-joins-international-company/): Mark Robertshaw has joined Brightwell Payments Inc which is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, United States.
- [Haulier wins appeal against O-licence application's refusal](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/haulier-wins-appeal-o-licence-applications-refusal/): A partnership has won its appeal against the decision to revoke its interim permission to run HGVs and deny its application for an O-licence.
- [Google planning drone deliveries by 2017](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/google-planning-drone-deliveries-2017/): Tech giant Google is in talks with the Federal Aviation Administration about developing a regulatory framework for commercial drone operation.
- [Reasons Why Lifting Equipment Should Be Inspected Regularly](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/reasons-lifting-equipment-inspected-regularly/): If your business is going to run safely (and therefore successfully), you’re going to need to keep a close eye on the safety lifting equipment you’re using.
- [Saxton Haulage appoints first ever woman!](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/saxton-appoints-first-ever-female-driver/): Saxton appoints first ever female driver, Saxton Haulage are pleased to announce that Ashleigh Shreeve will be joining the company as their first ever female driver.
- [London’s Crossrail: Could it be the key to happier commuters?](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/londons-crossrail-key-happier-commuters/): London Crossrail, Europe’s largest infrastructure project, is now over 70% complete, and when it opens in May 2017 looks set to bring a number of benefits to commuting in London.
- [Freight train obliterates family’s possessions](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/freight-train-obliterates-familys-possessions-colliding-moving-van/): A family were left with nothing but the clothes they were wearing this week when a speeding freight train collided with their moving van.
- [ABB to supply 1,600 traction transformers to Alstom](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/abb-supply-1600-traction-transformers-alstom/): ABB has won an order for the supply of 1,600 traction transformers to Alstom for 800 new electric freight locomotives in India.
- [Apple AirPods could be coming in December](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/apple-airpods-coming-december/): It might be worth putting Apple’s AirPods on your present list for this holiday season, as a recent listing from an official Czech Apple retailer suggests they could start shipping in December.
- [BP Welcomes 2020 Sulphur Cap Timetable](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/bp-welcomes-2020-sulphur-cap-timetable/): Implementing a global 0.5 per cent sulphur cap on marine fuels in 2020 is “technically and commercially feasible,” said BP Shipping vice president chartering and commercial operations Natalie Costello, today (16 November).
- [Lorry driver pulled over for watching YouTube](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/lorry-driver-pulled-watching-youtube-wheel/): You’d hope that lorry driver 's concentrate on the road, given that they’re driving several tons of metal around.
- [The supply chain cloud comes of age](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/supply-chain-cloud-comes-age/): Supply chains have changed dramatically over the past few decades.
- [Nautilus demonstrates UK relies on seafarers](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/nautilus-international-demonstrating-much-uk-relies-seafarers/): Nautilus International is demonstrating how much the UK relies on shipping and seafarers with 95% of everything, from clothes to food and fuel, brought into the country by sea.
- [Scientists searching for new $4m supercomputer](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/scientists-searching-new-4m-supercomputer/): Australia’s national science organisation is looking to spend AUS$4m on a new supercomputer.
- [Residents' frustration at lorry drivers continues](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/residents-frustration-lorry-drivers-continue-ignore-width-restriction-signs/): LORRY drivers who ignore width restriction signs on a narrow country lane have been causing a headache for villagers as the road often has to be closed to help lorries which have become stuck.
- [Port of Antwerp Facility Gets €650m Investment](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/antwerp-facility-gets-e650m-investment/): The SEA-Invest group is set to construct a new tanker terminal in the Delwaide dock at the Port of Antwerp as part of an investment of €250m.
- [Emirates Group Profits Fall in H1, Cargo Volumes Stable](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/emirates-group-profits-fall-h1-cargo-volumes-stable/): The Emirates Group saw profits slide by 64% in the first half of the year, while cargo volumes remained stable and capacity increased 9%.
- [Haulage Training Company Turns Over £1m in 1st Year](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/new-haulage-training-company-turns-1m-first-year/): A fledgling haulage training firm is on the road to success after being set up as a direct result of the collapse of the Redcar steelworks.
- [NetDespatch and ChannelAdvisor Team Up to Automate Shipping Labels](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/netdespatch-channeladvisor-team-automate-shipping-labels/): NetDespatch has helped BabyKnowsBest make the leap from part time eBay seller to full time online retailer with an integrated web-based shipping solution.
- [Royal Mail Chosen to Handle River Island Customer Deliveries](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/royal-mail-chosen-handle-river-island-customer-deliveries/): British fashion brand River Island has appointed Royal Mail to handle its customer deliveries throughout the UK using its Tracked 48 services.
- [JUICE ACADEMY GRADUATE PROGRAMME BACK](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/juice-academy-graduate-programme-back-demand/): Taking the next leap to tackle the digital skills gap, The Juice Academy has relaunched its graduate scheme to help place talented graduates, passionate about social media, into creative industry positions.
- [Freight Terminal Plans Concerning MPs in Radlett](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/freight-terminal-plans-concerning-mps-radlett/): Since 2007, there has been an ongoing battle over whether or not the construction of a freight terminal on Park Street at the former Radlett Airfield should be given the go ahead, and local MPs are again expressing their disapproval for the plans which are causing controversy in the area.
- [$8 Billion Deal Keeps PSA and GEFCO Together](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/8-billion-deal-keeps-psa-gefco-together/): The PSA Group has extended their relationship with Gefco for at least five more years, after a contract worth around $8 billion was signed to continue working together, with some slight alterations under this new agreement.
- [Logistics Training Scheme Launched by Wincanton](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/logistics-training-scheme-launched-wincanton/): Leading third party logistics and supply chain solutions provider Wincanton have announced the launch of a two-year logistics training scheme, with the primary aim of encouraging young people to gain an interest and attraction to the logistics industry.
- [CLIT Forum Launches Driver Behaviour Training Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/cilt-transport-logistics-safety-forum-launches-driver-behaviour-training-scheme/): A driver behaviour training programme has been launched by the CILT Transport and Logistics Safety Forum.
- [Scottish Railways Return to Public Ownership](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/scottish-railways-set-return-public-ownership-scotrail/): It seems like Scottish railways could be returning to public ownership again after over 20 years of privatisation from ScotRail, following reports that Transport Minister Humza Yousaf has made up his mind and decided that the Scottish Government does have the required power to put the rail back into the public's hands.
- [£400m Liverpool2 Shipping Facility Officially Opened](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/400m-liverpool2-shipping-facility-officially-opened/): One of the most modern shipping terminals in the world, Liverpool2, has been officially opened at the Port of Liverpool by the Secretary of State for International Trade, Rt Hon Dr Liam Fox MP.
- [Leading Rail Freight Operator DB Cargo Enjoys Double Celebration](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/db-cargo-enjoys-double-celebration/): DB Cargo, one of the UK’s leading rail freight operators, is enjoying a double celebration.
- [ABP Chief: Ports Should be at Heart of Industrial Strategy](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/abp-chief-executive-ports-heart-industrial-strategy/): ABP Chief Executive James Cooper believes that the UK government should put ports at the forefront of its Industrial Strategy.
- [Half Drivers Admit to Using Mobile Phone](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/half-lorry-drivers-admit-using-mobile-phone-wheel/): A survey has found that 56% of lorry drivers have admitted to using their mobile phone at the wheel.
- [UK Rail Freight Giant Reports £100m Losses](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/uk-rail-freight-giant-reports-100m-losses/): The UK’s largest rail freight haulier has reported losses of more than £100 million for a year when the industry was rocked by rapid and unprecedented challenges.
- [Logistics Firms Urged to Think Green by UN](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/logistics-firms-urged-think-green-un/): A new report published by the United Nations High Level Advisory Group on Sustainable Transport is challenging logistics operators and other transport organisations to look for new ways to balance short-term financial considerations against broader benefits for society and long-term economic gains.
- [Heathrow Expansion : £Multimillion Business Boost](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/heathrow-expansion-backing-triggers-multimillion-pound-boost-businesses/): A multimillion-pound boost to UK companies was triggered by the Government's backing for Heathrow expansion, according to the airport.
- [Aqua-Zorb Water Free Cell](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/aqua-zorb-water-free-cell/): Aqua-Zorb UK Ltd, a UK based manufacturing company, has recently begun to expand into Europe through their distributor Top Filtration Europe.
- [CML Welcomes Commercial Manager](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/cml-welcomes-commercial-manager/): Core Management Logistics (CML) has recently appointed a new Commercial Manager as part of its continuing expansion plan, due to increasing sales growth.
- [Freight Rates Forecast To Rise Next Year](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/freight-rates-forecast-rise-next-year/): Container line Hanjin going into receivership represented the low water mark for the shipping industry and recovery is now due, according to a report.
- [Network Rail Show Off Freight Line Plans](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-show-off-freight-line-plans/): Infrastructure company Network Rail is to show off its plans to make more space for freight trains on the Felixstowe branch by doubling the track near Trimley station.
- [Shipping Container Scheme Proposed For Cardiff Site](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/shipping-container-scheme-proposed-cardiff-site/): A shipping container development featuring street food, a pop up market, live outdoor events space, offices and hotel apartments has been proposed for the Porth Teigr area of Cardiff Bay.
- [Liverpool and Panama Ports Enter Strategic Alliance](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/liverpool-panama-ports-enter-strategic-alliance/): Port of Liverpool operator Peel Ports has entered a strategic partnership with the Panama Canal Authority (ACP).
- [Teesside Logistics Firm Makes £250k Investment](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/teesside-logistics-firm-makes-250k-investment/): A Teesside-based international logistics company has invested £250,000 in expanding and refurbishing its headquarters.
- [Knights of Old Launch Dedicated ‘Ireland Express’](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/knights-old-group-launch-dedicated-ireland-express-service/): With the mantra ‘You can’t get pallets to or from Ireland any quicker’, The Knights of Old Group and VOREX have collaborated to launch a brand new service dedicated to serving Europe’s fastest growing economy.
- [Logistics Firm Set for Return to Profits](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/logistics-firm-set-return-profits/): Logistics operator, Europa Worldwide Group, has seen a return to profitability in 2016 and expects strong growth in 2017 after undergoing a challenging last financial year.
- [UK Shippers' Thumbs-Up for Heathrow Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/uk-shippers-thumbs-heathrow-expansion/): The decision to increase capacity at Heathrow Airport is “the right choice for the UK economy, the freight industry and the nation,” according to the UK-based Freight Transport Association (FTA).
- [DP World Southampton Strengthens Carrier Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/dp-world-southampton-strengthens-carrier-fleet/): DP World Southampton has received nine new Kalmar machines to strengthen its straddle carrier fleet.
- [Supplier Collaboration Saves Heathrow Millions](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/supplier-collaboration-saves-heathrow-millions/): An innovative relationship with a supplier allowed Heathrow to save millions of pounds on a contract.
- [Enter UASC’s Latest LNG-Ready Giant](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/enter-uascs-latest-lng-ready-giant/): Throughout the history of the container industry, shipping lines have looked to increase their market share in two different ways.
- [LPG Shipping Retains Strong Fundamentals](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/lpg-shipping-retains-strong-fundamentals/): Despite the recent drop in freight rates, gas carriers of all sizes are handling expanding trade flows and ethane is emerging as a new gas ship cargo Although freight rates have fallen across every sector of the LPG shipping fleet so far this year, the industry’s fundamentals are still basically sound and shipowners are confident of a sustained earnings rebound by the end of the year.
- [WSP Parsons Brinckerhoff Ramps Up Maritime](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/wsp-pb-ramps-maritime-focus/): The consulting company WSP Parsons Brinckerhoff is stepping up its focus on the maritime sector.
- [Complete Supply Chain Approach Essential For Success](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/complete-supply-chain-approach-essential-success/): The recent failures of several well-known plastic recyclers has caused concern and led some to question the future viability of this sector.
- [Redditch Expansive For Logistics Firm](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/redditch-expansive-logistics-firm/): A logistics business has agreed a £3.5m deal to move to the first speculative development in Redditch since the 2008 recession.
- [Air Charter Service Reports Steady Growth](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-charter-service-reports-steady-growth-charter-volumes-half-way-point/): Leading aircraft charter specialist, Air Charter Service, reports that it has seen charter numbers rise year on year at its financial year’s half way point [July 31st].
- [FedEx Express Expands Paris-Charles de Gaulle Distribution Hub](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/fedex-express-expands-paris-charles-de-gaulle-distribution-hub/): €200 million capital investment to serve increasing demand for express logistics LONDON, 18 October 2016—FedEx Express, the world’s largest express transportation company and a subsidiary of FedEx Corp.
- [Cornwall Benefit as Bridge Upgrade Completed](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/cornwall-motorists-benefit-bridge-upgrade-completed-time/): Residents in Cornwall are enjoying the benefits of an upgrade to the Saveock Bridge in Chacewater, west of Truro, after the vital route into and out of Truro city centre reopened to motorists on Friday, 14 October.
- [Urban Double Deck Trailers Save Road Miles](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/transdek-says-urban-double-deck-trailers-save-520-million-road-miles-year/): Transdek UK, which is exhibiting two of its innovative DUET urban double deck trailers on stand W06 at the Freight in the City Expo, Alexandra Palace, London, on 2 November 2016, says urban double decking could save up to 520 million road miles a year.
- [Logistics Capital Partners Presence in Netherlands](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-capital-partners-strengthens-presence-netherlands/): Logistics Capital Partners has announced an office has been opened in Eindhoven, The Netherlands to reinforce LCP’s presence in the Netherlands and further expand their business in the Benelux.
- [Teesside : Giving Young People a Chance to Work](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/teesside-businesses-giving-young-people-chance-work/): Mike Hughes looks at four of the organisations that are making a difference on Teesside.
- [DHL Electric Vans on their Way to the UK?](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/dhl-electric-vans-way-uk/): Deutsche Post DHL is exploring the possibility of introducing its electric vans to the UK.
- [Helical Hives Off Four Multi-Million Pound Logistics Sites](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/helical-hives-off-four-multi-million-pound-logistics-sites/): Property investment firm Helical plc has announced it has disposed of four logistics assets from its portfolio in an eight-figure deal.
- [Ryanair to Expand Lithuania MRO Base in Kaunas](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/ryanair-expand-lithuania-base/): Low cost Irish carrier Ryanair is expanding its maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) base in Kaunas, Lithuania.
- [Venson Urging Fleet Industry to Come Together](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/venson-urging-fleet-industry-come-together-tackle-cyber-security-fears/): Although experts are predicting that drivers will not become a thing of the past until 2030, Venson Automotive believes that fears over cyber security must be tackled as a priority to increase the confidence of fleet managers and motorists in an autonomous future.
- [Hanjin Shares Jump As Some Of Its Major Assets Go On Sale](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/hanjin-shares-jump-major-assets-go-sale/): Shares in South Korean shipping giant Hanjin jumped today after the indebted company announced plans to sell some of its major businesses.
- [PSA Invests in Railway Container Terminal Network](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/psa-invests-railway-container-terminal-network/): PSA International (PSA) has invested in China United International Rail Containers Co.
- [Costs Concerns Hang Over Davao Project](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/costs-concerns-hang-davao-project/): Ambitious plans to update Davao Sasa port in the Philippines might be cut owing to concerns about costs and capacity, sources have said.
- [FedEx Raises Almost £2k for Action for Children](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/fedex-raises-almost-2k-action-children/): On Friday October 7, FedEx Express, the largest express transportation company in the world, and a subsidiary of FedEx Corp.
- [Air Charter Service Welcomes First External Investors](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-charter-service-welcomes-first-external-investors/): Air Charter Service has announced that it has welcomed aboard new investment from Alcuin Capital Partners as the company looks to accelerate its plans for growth.
- [SOLAS New Weighing Regulations Come Into Full Force](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/solas-new-weighing-regulations-come-full-force/): This month the new Safety Of Life At Sea (SOLAS) convention regulations will come into full force that require exporters to produce the Verified Gross Mass (VGM) of containers before loading them onto a vessel.
- [Marlink Offers Global Xpress to Shipping](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/marlink-offers-global-xpress-shipping/): Marlink is the first maritime satellite communications provider to integrate Inmarsat’s Global Xpress network with its own systems.
- [Freight Transport Association : Hauliers Fear London](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/hauliers-fear-london-plans/): The Freight Transport Association has voiced its disappointment with revised plans to expand and bring forward the ultra-low emission zone (ULEZ) in London.
- [LOC Boosts London Team and Sets Out Growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/loc-boosts-london-team-sets-growth-aspirations/): International marine and engineering consultancy LOC Group, has moved one of its top performers from Asia back to London to focus on growing the company’s shipping services in London and around the world.
- [Royal Mail Could be ‘Failing to Tackle’ Fraud](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/royal-mail-failing-tackle-fraud/): Royal Mail has been accused of a failure to crack down on scammers use the postal service to contact vulnerable people.
- [Sir Peter Hendy on the Future of Britain’s Railways](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/sir-peter-hendy-future-britains-railways/): ‘If you want to work in the railway industry, you have a job for life.’ Sir Peter Hendy on the future of Britain’s railways.
- [Heathrow Expansion Must Be Part of PM’s Post-Brexit Vision](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/heathrow-expansion-must-part-pms-post-brexit-vision/): The Freight Transport Association FTA says the Government must back a third runway at Heathrow if the Prime Minister’s vision of a global post-Brexit Britain is to become a reality.
- [Port Salford Logistics HQ Approved](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/port-salford-logistics-hq-approved/): Plans to build a regional headquarters for a global logistics company at Peel's Port Salford freight terminal have been granted by councillors.
- [Launch of New Brand Identity: “Absolutely”](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/launch-new-brand-identity-absolutely/): The Mach 1 Group has today launched its new brand identity named “Absolutely”.
- [New Safety Initiative Catching Out Irresponsible Drivers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/new-safety-initiative-catching-irresponsible-drivers/): A new safety initiative has caught irresponsible drivers breaking the law and endangering lives.
- [Cenex Chosen as Partner in SEEV4-City Project](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/cenex-chosen-partner-seev4-city-project/): The UK’s first Centre of Excellence for low carbon technologies, Cenex, today announced that it has been chosen as a partner in the SEEV4-City project part funded by the Interreg North Sea Region Programme.
- [Royal Mail Launches Christmas Recruitment Drive](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/royal-mail-launches-christmas-recruitment-drive/): Royal Mail has launched a recruitment drive to hire around 19,000 temporary workers for the upcoming busy Christmas period.
- [The Future of Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/the-future-of-logistics/): The world of logistics is changing at an amazing pace, as the internet drives demand for ever more rapid deliveries.
- [Weak Pound Sees UK Services Sector Raise Prices](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/weak-pound-sees-uk-services-sector-raise-prices/): Input prices for the UK services sector rose to their highest level in three-and-a-half years during September.
- [Israeli Shipping Firm Zim to Defer $115 Million in Payments](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/israeli-shipping-firm-zim-defer-115-million-payments/): Oct 5 Israeli shipping company Zim, which has been hit hard by the weak global shipping market, said on Wednesday it was planning to defer $115 million of upcoming payments to creditors until 2018.
- [ASDA Renews Long Term Deal with XPO Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/asda-renews-long-term-deal-xpo-logistics/): National British supermarket chain ASDA Stores Limited has renewed its long term agreement with XPO Logistics (NYSE: XPO) for reverse logistics operations.
- [Certas Energy Planning Permission Granted](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/certas-energy-planning-permission-granted-new-liverpool-hgv-refuelling-facility/): Working in partnership with Peel Ports Group, Certas Energy has announced that planning permission has been granted for a new 24 hour HGV refuelling facility within the Port of Liverpool.
- [Mick George Commissions Mercedes-Benz Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/mick-george-ltd-commissions-first-mercedes-benz-construction-vehicles-outside-london/): Tipper Haulier of the Year Mick George Ltd has further enhanced its impressive safety credentials by commissioning the first Mercedes-Benz Econic construction vehicles to operate outside of London.
- [Running Costs On The Rise Again](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/running-costs-rise/): Road hauliers might need to show greater financial reserves to continue operating in the UK, according to the Freight Transport Association (FTA).
- [ABB Launches New Azipod Propulsion Unit Model](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/abb-launches-new-azipod-model/): ABB is launching a new Azipod propulsion unit that is up to 10 per cent more efficient than previous versions.
- [Approval Nears for Port Salford Logistics HQ](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/approval-nears-port-salford-logistics-hq/): Plans to build a regional headquarters for a global logistics company at Peel's Port Salford freight terminal are on the verge of securing approval.
- [Greenlight for HGV Refuelling at Port of Liverpool](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/greenlight-hgv-refuelling-bunker-port-liverpool/): Planning consent has been secured for a new 24-hour refuelling facility for heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) at the Port of Liverpool.
- [Samaritans’ Work Recognised in Rail Industry Awards](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/samaritans-life-saving-work-recognised-rail-industry-awards/): Samaritans, Network Rail, British Transport Police and the Rail Industry Suicide Stakeholder Group have been nominated for a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) award at the prestigious Charity Times Awards.
- [Uber Planning to Enter Truck Industry](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/uber-planning-enter-truck-industry/): Ride-hailing firm Uber is moving beyond taxi services and self-driving rides to enter the long-haul trucking business as a potential freight hauler and technology partner.
- [IAG Cargo Signs Global Container Deal with va-Q-tec](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/iag-cargo-signs-global-container-deal-va-q-tec/): IAG Cargo, the freight operations branch of the joint Anglo-Spanish carrier enterprise, has signed a global container rental deal with thermal packaging provider va-Q-tec.
- [DHL Global Forwarding Launches New Airfreight Service](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/dhl-global-forwarding-launches-new-airfreight-service-emergency-logistics/): DHL Global Forwarding has launched a new same-day airfreight delivery solution for mission critical emergency shipments.
- [OrderWise Takes on Nine New Staff Following Record Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/orderwise-takes-nine-new-staff-following-record-year/): Saxilby software specialist firm, OrderWise, will be hoping that their extension will be ready soon as they take on nine more new staff this month.
- [SameDay Speedline Launched by DHL for Urgent Airfreight](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/sameday-speedline-launched-dhl-urgent-airfreight-shipping/): The air and ocean freight forwarding operation within Deutsche Post DHL Group, DHL Global Forwarding, has launched a new urgent shipping offering: DHL SameDay Speedline.
- [ABP Opens £4m Vessel Traffic Service in Southampton](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/abp-opens-new-4m-vessel-traffic-service-southampton/): Associated British Ports (ABP) has opened a £4 million Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) operating room at the port of Southampton, as part of the firm’s investment in improving efficiency and safety in waterways around the port and in the Solent.
- [Eurodal UK Locomotive Introduced by Stadler](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/eurodal-uk-locomotive-introduced-stadler/): The first of 10 Stadler Class 88 Eurodual UK locomotives for leasing firm Beacon Rail have been presented at InnoTrans.
- [Movianto Takes Out Lease on Worcestershire Distribution Unit](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/movianto-takes-lease-worcestershire-distribution-unit/): Pharmaceutical logistics firm Movianto has moved into Worcestershire by taking out a lease on a large distribution unit.
- [Lords Committee Starts Inquiry into Autonomous Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/lords-committee-starts-inquiry-autonomous-vehicles/): The House of Lords Science and Technology Committee has invited contributions to its new inquiry into the future of driverless cars in the UK.
- [Freight Association Urges Caution with Brexit Advice](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/freight-association-urges-caution-seeking-brexit-advice/): The British International Freight Association (BIFA) is encouraging its members to carefully consider the options when seeking advice on the likely implications to their business and services of the UK’s decision to leave the EU.
- [Global Super Tanker-Star Vehicle of the Firefighting World](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/global-super-tanker-star-vehicle-of-the-firefighting-world/): The Global Super Tanker was released to quench the thirst of ferocious wildfires occurring in Chile in South America, and in doing so succeeded an achieving an all-time world record in the amount of water that it succeeded in dropping in order to prevent as much damage to the affected regions as possible.
- [Latest Network Rail Upgrade at Maidstone](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/latest-network-rail-upgrade-maidstone/): The railway network at Tovil in Maidstone will benefit from a new intended initiative to give it a brand new footbridge.
- [Masternaut Hires a New Vice President of Global Sales](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/masternaut-hires-a-new-vice-president-of-global-sales/): Mister Olivier Mansard has come all the way from France to be enrolled as the new VP of Global Sales of Masternaut, which is one of the leading businesses in fleet telematics provisions around Great Britain and France.
- [NG Bailey Benefit from Street CraneXpress](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/ng-bailey-benefit-street-cranexpress/): A crane and lifting specialist that has its roots in Sheffield known as Street CraneXpress has just finished implementing a lightweight crane system for a manufacturing enterprise known as NG Bailey.
- [Formoa 017FE- a Flexible Bond For Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/formoa-017fe-flexible-bond-vehicles-courtesy-forgeway/): The fleet companies and businesses dealing in commerce will no doubt be extremely pleased to hear of the all-new adhesive substance designed by Forgeway, one of the primary and bright forces of bonding manufacture in the land.
- [TruTac. Working with the PSV Industry for Total Fleet Control](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/trutac-working-with-the-psv-industry-for-total-fleet-control/): TruTac, one of the UK’s leading logistics software and tachograph analysis providers, work with the CPT (Confederation of Passenger Transport) and PSV operators throughout the UK to supply tailored software, hardware, stationery and training - all of which contribute to increased efficiency and compliance control.
- [Britain Has Revealed its New Report on Heavy Goods Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/britain-revealed-new-report-heavy-goods-vehicles/): The number one (nay, the only one) Center of Excellence dedicated to lowering the carbon and fuel rates in various forms of technology in Britain has revealed its new report on heavy goods vehicles.
- [FleetCheck Raise Concerns Over MOT Rule For Vans](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/fleetcheck-raises-concerns-over-new-mot-rule-for-vans/): One of Great Britain’s most respected fleet management enterprises, FleetCheck, is preparing to submit a report to the government’s Department for Transport in response to the alteration in MoT regulations regarding van vehicles in the country.
- [LCV Report Indicate Concerns For Maintenance Prices](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/report-on-lcvs-indicate-concerns-for-maintenance-prices/): In a recent study conducted by the vehicle rental business Northgate in collaboration with market researches GfK, it was found that no less than 64 per cent of firms relying on LCVs (also known as “light commercial vehicles”) take into consideration the prices for maintaining these vehicles as the top priority, rather than other factors that might be considered by investors, such as the starting price of buying a transport vehicle in the first place.
- [LCVs Indicate Concerns for Maintenance Prices](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/report-lcvs-indicate-concerns-maintenance-prices/): Milbank Tweed Hadley & McCloy have had a wonderful time at the Global Transport Finance Awards, having been awarded by the prestigious body for transport and logistics the covetous “Aircraft Finance” company of 2016 prize.
- [Tyre Manufacturer : Fleet Numbers Increasing](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/tyre-manufacturer-looks-forward-fleet-numbers-increasing-year/): A tyre manufacturing company known as Vredestein is hoping to expand its horizons in the year 2017 by attracting the attention of fleet companies around the country towards its products.
- [Step Closer to the Electrification of Newbury Train Line](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/one-step-closer-electrification-newbury-train-line/): A brand new bridge has finally been put into place in the area of Newbury, Berkshire, which will benefit travelers on all forms of transport, from car drivers to pedestrians to train commuters in the area.
- [Fiskerton and Lowdham Train Station is Extending](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/fiskerton-lowdham-train-station-extending/): Fiskerton and Lowdham train station will be extended by Network Rail in the transport system’s very latest initiative to improve the travelling conditions of commuters across the country, particularly in the northern regions of the land.
- [Positive News For Passengers and Users of the Rail Services](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/positive-news-for-passengers-and-users-of-the-rail-services/): There is very positive news for passengers and users of the rail services of the East Coast Main Line train services, which will see the implementation of a 3.6 million pound upgrade to enable a renewal of crossing levels so that trains along the route can continue the sterling work that they are currently doing for the future.
- [2 Workers From Travis Perkins in Finals of RITIBS](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/2-workers-travis-perkins-selected-grands-finals-ritibs/): Forget the Champions League: two workers for Travis Perkins have been selected in the grand finals of the RTITBS Forklift Operator of the Year Competition!
- [Flying High with IWM Duxford and Plans For the Future](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/flying-high-iwm-duxford-plans-future/): The skies themselves were the limit on Friday the 27th of January for IWM Duxford, who saw the culmination of several plans and thumb biting preparations, when they were set to oversee a large number of events to do with aviation models.
- [Useful Chip-in From Teletrac Navman Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/useful-chip-teletrac-navman-director/): The Local Government Association (LGA) has today declared that all at the wheel of a lorry are now required to use satellite navigation systems throughout their journeys.
- [Commuters Kindly Tolerate Lewisham Disruptions](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/commuters-kindly-tolerate-lewisham-disruptions/): Monday the 30th was no doubt a disruptive day for railway networks all around the country, but Network Rail are particularly pleased to be able to express their gratitude towards the tolerant demeanor of travelers along the Lewisham route.
- [Passengers, Travelers and Commuters be Vigilant](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/passengers-travelers-and-commuters-be-vigilant-around-areas-of-south-eastern-part-of-london/): Passengers, travelers and commuters alike will need to be vigilant particularly around the areas of the where a passenger vehicle was dramatically derailed at Lewisham.
- [ALA Receives Well-Deserved Award!](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ala-receives-well-deserved-award/): January the 26th was a proud day for the Advanced Logistics for Aerospace business when their efforts were recognized through being awarded by a UK and Italian awards ceremony dedicated to conglomerates that consistently raise the bar in terms of improving businesses and ensuring success.
- [High Hopes for Riga International Airport](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/high-hopes-riga-airport/): It has been revealed that the Riga International Airport has had a busier time than ever before in the previous year.
- [Abbey Logistics Takeover of a Liquid food Enterprises](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/abbey-logistics-announced-a-complete-takeover-of-a-liquid-food-enterprises/): Specializing in the transportation trade in the city of Liverpool, the Abbey Logistics Group has announced its complete takeover of one of the leading liquid food enterprises in the country.
- [Kiel Port Major Transporting Makeover as a Railway](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/kiel-port-setting-major-transporting-makeover-railway/): The vital Adriatic port located in Kiel is set for a major new transporting makeover as a railway link will be designed in order to directly link the important locations of Kiel and Trieste together.
- [BigChange Contract for Hargreaves’ 500-Strong Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/bigchange-awarded-mobile-technology-contract-hargreaves-500-strong-fleet/): BigChange the Mobile Workforce Management technology specialist has won a contract to supply global mining, energy and logistics company Hargreaves Services Plc with its three-in-one JobWatch system, across their 500-strong fleet of specialist aggregates vehicles that includes tractors and trailers.
- [Happy First Anniversary, PSE!](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/happy-first-anniversary-pse/): The packaging and transporting industry will be extremely satisfied to see that Packaging Services Europe Limited (also known as PSE) will be dancing to its first birthday beats tonight.
- [3 Tips for Making Huge Improvements in Distribution](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/3-tips-making-huge-improvements-distribution-operations/): Richard Shipperbottom, founder of industry specialists Applied Acumen draws upon vast experience of improving distribution operations over the last twenty years to give us 3 tips for making big improvements this year.
- [Maersk Made it's name Into Transporting Container Cargo](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/maersk-line-made-name-transporting-container-cargo/): Maersk Line, a business that has made its name in transporting container cargo all over the seas of the world, has recently decided to align itself contractually for the next five years with Riverbed.
- [Progression Towards Fixing the East Coast Railway Line](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-progressing-towards-fixing-east-coast-railway-line/): In order to improve the conditions of the trains and railway systems across all over the regions of Great Britain, Network Rail is diligently progressing further and further towards fixing the East Coast railway line.
- [TCS and Gfi Informatique to Work on Belfort Infrastructure](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/tcs-gfi-informatique-work-belfort-infrastructure/): Information and technology provider Tata Consultancy Services (known as TCS) is teaming up with Gfi Informatique to prepare a city in the Burgundy region of France known as Belfort for its new bus and coach transport network.
- [Fleets of Vehicles Need to Watch Out for Emissions](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/fleets-vehicles-need-watch-emissions/): Fleets of transportation and cargo vehicles will need to be even more vigilant than ever before on their carbon emitting impact due to the possible amounts of fines that they could accrue from Euro 6, which is dedicated to ensuring that transportation companies are wily and aware of what they need to do in order to reduce their impact on the ozone layer and the environment.
- [Redevelopment of a Formerly Decrepit Train Station](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/redevelopment-formerly-decrepit-train-station/): The ever consistently busy Network Rail are devoting numerous amounts of their revenue towards the redevelopment of a formerly decrepit train station located in the vicinity of the western regions of Lancashire.
- [Railway Affecting Commuters to and From Lewisham](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/railway-affecting-commuters-to-and-from-lewisham/): The dangers of derailment along the railway line affecting commuters to and from Lewisham are to be made aware to those who may be affected by this accidental occurrence.
- [81 Brand New Vehicles Added to Packaging Firm Antalis](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/81-brand-new-vehicles-added-packaging-firm-antalis/): A grand total of 81 brand new vehicles have been added to the paper and packaging firm Antalis to help expand its already impressive fleet of trucks in order to embrace the challenges of the new year ahead.
- [Cartwright Fleet Welcoming Their First Isuzu Truck](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/cartwright-fleet-services-welcoming-first-isuzu-truck/): Cartwright Fleet Services (CFS) in Garforth in the Leeds area are very jubilant as today marks the welcoming of their first Isuzu truck convoy in the area.
- [Vacu-Lug Supplies Varied Range of Light Truck and Van Tyres](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/vacu-lug-supplies-varied-range-light-truck-van-tyres/): Vacu-Lug, one of the UK’s leading independent manufacturers of premium retread tyres and supplier of new tyres from leading brands, distributes a range of both new and retread light truck tyres – as well as new Westlake van tyres - to suit vehicle operators seeking a combination of performance, value and service.
- [CitySprint twin With Company PCM](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/citysprint-twin-with-company-pcm/): Today’s morn has seen the biggest delivery and print company known as CitySprint twin with PCM, which has set its foot in London for a number of years now, in the hope that it will pave the way for the company’s golden future.
- [Rebuilding Line services From Norwich to London](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/networks-rails-progression-of-rebuilding-line-services-from-norwich-to-london/): This coming Saturday the 4th February 2017 will see Network Rail’s progression of rebuilding the line services from Norwich to London.
- [New Chain Hierarchy at BCA](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-chain-hierarchy-at-bca/): The automobile, fleet and transport industries will be incredibly excited to know the changes that the colossal BCA have made to their own infrastructure on an operational day-to-day level.
- [Fact : Transport Businesses do not Meet Deadlines](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/shocking-fact-transport-businesses-not-meet-deadlines/): A survey has revealed the shocking fact that businesses within the transport infrastructure of the country have felt that they did not meet the dates that they were due to reveal their tax returning rates.
- [Orange Army Have Worked Their Socks off by Improving the Network Rail](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/orange-army-have-worked-their-socks-off-by-improving-the-network-rail/): The Orange Army belonging to Network Rail have worked their socks off to finally contributing a grand total of 413, 992 hours in the Christmas season to improving the traveling lives of commuters across the country.
- [Cornwall Will be Helped to Preserve Their Safety Due to Network Railways](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/cornwall-will-be-helped-to-preserve-their-safety-due-to-network-railways/): The various individuals who use the services and leave within the proximity of an area in Cornwall will be helped to preserve their safety due to Network Rail’s decision to implement a barrier crossing across Lostwiethiel, close by Bodmin.
- [Novus Property Solutions Treated to Special Roadshow](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/novus-property-solutions-have-been-treated-to-a-special-roadshow/): Over 1,000 employees of Novus Property Solutions have been treated to a special roadshow courtesy of their own company to ensure that risks in the workplace are reduced to a minimum amount.
- [Latest Developments of the State of the Railways Across Northern Regions](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/latest-developments-of-the-state-of-the-railways-across-northern-regions/): This weekend will see the latest developments in the 1 billion pound-plus plan to revitalize the state of the railways across the Northern regions of the United Kingdom, specifically the Preston-Blackpool line and interconnecting links in between that include Wigan to Manchester as well as Liverpool.
- [Masabi Introduce Alternative to Ticket Issuing](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/masabi-introduced-a-all-new-revolutionary-alternative-to-ticket-issuing/): The well-renowned firm Masabi, one of the primary innovators in portable telephone ticketing for transport services around the world, has just introduced an all-new revolutionary alternative to the standard ticket issuing methods of the day.
- [Doosan Widened Scope To Other Firms in the UK](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/doosan-widened-their-scope-by-attaching-themselves-to-other-firms-in-the-uk/): Based in an area of Northamptonshire known as the Brackmills Industrial Estate and having been active for almost a quarter of a Century now, a company known as Doosan have just widened their scope by attaching themselves to other firms around the United Kingdom.
- [Novus Roadshow](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/novus-roadshow/): Over 1,000 employees of Novus Property Solutions have been treated to a special roadshow courtesy of their own company to ensure that risks in the workplace are reduced to a minimum amount.
- [Doosan Progresses Investments](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/doosan-progresses-investments/): Based in an area of Northamptonshire known as the Brackmills Industrial Estate and having been active for almost a quarter of a Century now, a company known as Doosan have just widened their scope by attaching themselves to other firms around the United Kingdom.
- [Improvement of Suffolk Train Station Safety Facilities](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/improvement-suffolk-train-station-safety-facilities/): Following Network Rail’s plan to devote 100 billion pounds to getting the safety conditions of rail crossings across the country up to scratch, Halesworth train station in Suffolk is the latest location to benefit from this scheme.
- [British Railway : Walkers on Foot Watch Out!](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/walkers-on-foot-watch-out/): Walkers on foot travelling near British railway services across all over the country are being cordially told by members of the railway transport services and the police to not ever put their own lives into jeopardy when approaching moving transport.
- [LCP to Partner with AEW](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/lcp-partner-aew/): One of the most prolific services in project development operating across the whole of Europe known as Logistics Capital Partners (or LCP) has revealed that it will assert itself once again by committing to projects for Amazon and AEW.
- [Commuters Be Aware To The Alterations at Bolton Station](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/commuters-be-aware-to-the-alterations-at-bolton-station/): Commuters to and from Bolton train station using the parking area to drop off or pick up ought to be made aware of the various alterations that will affect them in the next few weeks.
- [All-Time Record High for Kiel-Hooray!](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/time-record-high-kiel-hooray/): The press releases for the Port of Kiel indicate an upward rise in passengers taking off from the popular seaside port.
- [West Midlands Help Combat  Suicides on Railway Transport](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/west-midlands-help-combat-reduce-suicides-railway-transport/): A campaign is being held underway in the West Midlands to help combat and reduce the rate of suicides on railway transport around this time of year.
- [ADC Drainage Reveal Latest Scania](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/adc-drainage-limiteds-big-reveal-of-their-latest-scania-series-vehicle/): ADC Drainage Limited, a company that specializes in drainage and with a home base in Cambridgeshire, have been particularly excited recently with the release of their latest Scania Series vehicle.
- [Pump Prices Face Potential Increase](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/pump-prices-face-potential-increase/): A spokesman for Arval, a transport leasing company with over 157,000 separate vehicles at its disposal, has noted that fleet drivers and managers will need to be more and more aware of the rising costs of travel along the motorways due to the consistent rise in oil prices over the years.
- [Rob Austin and Northgate Vehicle Hire Ltd](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/rob-austin-northgate-vehicle-hire-ltd/): Driving superstar and darling of the Darlington fans Rob Austin (team member and driver of Handy Motorsport Team) has recently agreed to sign a new sponsorship deal with Northgate Vehicle Hire Ltd.
- [Criminal Gang Defrauded €25m VAT on Fuel Oil](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/criminal-gang-defrauded-e25m-vat-fuel-oil/): European crime agencies have dismantled a gang that defrauded states of millions of euros in VAT on fuel oil.
- [JCB to Reveal Transport Management Solution](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/jcb-reveal-transport-management-solutions-industry-event/): Global manufacturer JCB will be explaining how the implementation of new transport management solutions has helped the company meet changing customer expectation at an industry presentation in March.
- [World Economy to Grow at 2.7%](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/world-economy-grow-2-7/): he global economy is forecast to grow by 2.7% in 2017 after reaching a post-crisis low of 2.3% in 2016, according to the World Bank.
- [Ferry Wage Deal : Agreement in principle](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/ferry-wage-deal/): An agreement in principle has been reached which will see crews on the freight vessels serving the Northern Isles paid at least the minimum wage, the Minister for Transport and the Islands Humza Yousaf has announced.
- [TOTAL Lubricants Announce Future Generation of Oils](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/total-lubricants-announce-future-generation-oils/): With regulators setting stricter greenhouse gas emission limits, engine manufacturers need to make diesel engines cleaner and more fuel-efficient than ever before.
- [Don't leave your Tyre Safety Out in the Cold](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/dont-leave-tyre-safety-cold/): With Met Office yellow warnings of snow and below zero temperatures across much of the UK forecast for the end of this week Tyre Safe, the UK’s tyre safety charity, is urging motorists to ensure their tyres are suitable for the adverse driving conditions.
- [Use TOTAL Coolants for a Safe Winter Drive](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/use-total-coolants-safe-winter-drive/): The cooling system in an engine helps prevent damage caused by freezing, cavitation, corrosion overheating and the formation of deposits.
- [Use TOTAL AdBlue® to Meet EU Emission Regulations](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/use-total-adblue-meet-european-emission-regulations/): European regulations for exhaust emissions (NOx) have become increasingly stringent therefore dramatically increasing the urgency for engine optimisation.
- [Airbus Starts Integrating First Beluga XL Freighter in France](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/airbus-starts-integrating-first-beluga-xl-freighter-france/): Airbus has started integrating the core airframe of its first new Beluga XL cargo airlifter at its production facilities in Toulouse, France.
- [Lorry Drivers to Protest Against "Inhumane" Conditions](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/lorry-drivers-protest-inhumane-conditions/): Lorry drivers are planning to stage a protest at the port of Liverpool in a row over toilet and catering facilities.
- [Logistics Company Secures Funding for Joint Venture](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-company-secures-funding-joint-venture/): North Somerset-based logistics business Osprey has launched a new joint venture, supported by a £7m funding package from HSBC.
- [10nm Cannon Lake PCs Will Start Shipping in 2017](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/10nm-cannon-lake-pcs-will-start-shipping-2017/): Chipmaker Intel has confirmed that its 10nm 'Cannon Lake' architecture will show up in PCs before the end of the year.
- [Driving and operating bans for Insch haulier](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/driving-operating-bans-insch-haulier/): Scotland’s Traffic Commissioner has disqualified the owner of a Insch haulage business for breaching safety.
- [Royal Mail Launches Consultation on DB Closure](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/royal-mail-launches-consultation-db-closure/): The plan, which was first announced in August last year, could affect around 90,000 employees.
- [Multipurpose Shipping Freight Rates to Improve By End 2017](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/multipurpose-shipping-freight-rates-improve-end-2017/): The multipurpose shipping market will see the first signs of recovery by the end of 2017, following in the steps of the dry bulk and container shipping markets, according to the latest Multipurpose Shipping Market Review and Forecaster report published by global shipping consultancy Drewry.
- [KiwiRail to End Electric Freight Haulage](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/kiwirail-end-electric-freight-haulage/): Following two years of studies, national railway KiwiRail announced on December 21 that it had decided to cease electric haulage of freight trains on the North Island Main Trunk line in favour of using diesel locomotives.
- [Take Control Using Vacu-Lug’s Tyre Management](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/operators-take-control-using-vacu-lugs-tyre-management-system/): The latest upgrade of Vacu-Lug’s VMS system has added a self-authorisation function, which allows customers to validate and authorise any work that has been carried out on their vehicles from their own computer.
- [Supply Chain Needs Greater Liquidity](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/supply-chain-needs-greater-liquidity/): Greater liquidity in the supply chain would improve overall business performance, according to the first Supply Chain Funding Index, which has been launched by Urica, the supply chain finance specialist, in conjunction with YouGov and economist Dr John Ashcroft.
- [Police investigate shipping container burglaries](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/police-investigate-shipping-container-burglaries/): Police are appealing for information following a number of burglaries at an industrial site in Trafford.
- [European Parliament approves EU ports regulation](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/european-parliament-approves-eu-ports-regulation/): Despite objection from the UK port industry, the European Parliament has approved a new regulation on EU ports, with an aim to make them more efficient and attractive to investors, and make the fees and funding that EU ports get from shipping lines and governments clearer.
- [DHL Freight Consults On Closure Plan](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/dhl-freight-consults-closure-plan/): DHL has launched a consultation on the future of its DHL Freight division involving the restructuring of the business and the closure of unprofitable operations.
- [Busiest day for Royal Mail in pre-Christmas rush](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/busiest-day-royal-mail-pre-christmas-rush/): Millions of cards, letters and parcels are being sorted as Royal Mail tackles its busiest day.
- [Growing Arctic shipping faces major hazards](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/growing-arctic-shipping-faces-major-hazards/): When Kostas Ladas, general manager of the London office of the Liberian International Ship & Corporate Registry (LISCR), which manages the Liberian Register, addressed the Tanker Shipping & Trade conference in London in November, he predicted significant growth in Arctic traffic in the coming decades but warned of big safety and environmental risks.
- [Haulage Firm £1m Expansion - Creating 10 Jobs](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/haulage-firm-1m-expansion-creating-10-jobs/): Haulage firm D&D Transport has started a rapid £1m expansion programme by investing £160,000 in new vehicles.
- [AV Dawson’s North Sea Supply Base Undertakes Lift](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/av-dawsons-north-sea-supply-base-undertakes-biggest-lift-year/): The transportation and export of a refinery substation built at AV Dawson’s North Sea Supply Base marks the site’s biggest lift of the year.
- [Marshall Fleet Solutions has Lighting Upgraded at Two Depots](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/marshall-fleet-solutions-lighting-upgraded-two-depots/): Venture Lighting Europe’s high performance industrial luminaires have been used to upgrade the lighting at two depots owned by vehicle maintenance and repair company, Marshall Fleet Solutions.
- [Figures Reveal Four Drivers Per Month Ignore Motorway Closures](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/figures-reveal-four-drivers-per-month-ignore-motorway-closures/): Drivers are being urged not to put road workers’ lives at risk by deliberately ignoring road closures on the M60 and M62 near Manchester.
- [Prohire Plc Acquires Sunrent](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/prohire-plc-acquires-sunrent/): A leading commercial vehicle contract hire company has expanded its fleet following the acquisition of Sunrent for an undisclosed sum.
- [Hill Dickinson announces Global Head of Shipping](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/hill-dickinson-announces-global-head-shipping/): International commercial law firm Hill Dickinson has announced that Julian Clark will be joining the firm as Global Head of Shipping.
- [DB Schenker combines air, sea and land board divisions](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/db-schenker-combines-air-sea-land-board-divisions/): The management board of Schenker is being reorganised from the start of next year, with the air and ocean freight division being combined with its land transport division.
- [Algorithm aims to create haulage sharing economy](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/algorithm-aims-create-haulage-sharing-economy/): Researchers have developed an algorithm that creates opportunities for logistics firms to collaborate.
- [Haulage boss whose tipper truck killed four](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/haulage-boss-whose-tipper-truck-killed-four/): The owner of a haulage company whose tipper truck killed four people after it brakes failed told a jury "it's so hard to keep track of paperwork".
- [How to ensure your van is prepared for the colder months](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/winter-ready-ensure-van-prepared-colder-months/): With a fleet of vehicles that are needed on the road in the dark winter weather, there is a larger risk of problems.
- [Road freight on the threshold of ‘systemic change’](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/road-freight-threshold-systemic-change/): compete with fossil fuels, will have “the potential to transform the industry.” According to the research, manufacturers are spending “huge sums” in battery technology, and it appears “inevitable” that the largest trucks will be able to use this kind of power in the next five years.
- [Abu Dhabi Charter Operator GI Aviation Receives AOC](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/abu-dhabi-charter-operator-gi-aviation-receives-aoc/): GI Aviation, the Abu Dhabi-based charter company, is celebrating its newly granted aircraft operator’s certificate (AOC) from the UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA).
- [Russian Cargo Ship Destroyed En Route to the ISS](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/russian-cargo-ship-destroyed-en-route-iss/): Yesterday, an unmanned Russian Progress MS-04 cargo spacecraft broke up in the atmosphere and crashed over Siberia while making its way to the ISS.
- [Drewry: Lines 'playing poker' with terminals](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/drewry-lines-playing-poker-terminals-2/): Future port investment is being put at risk by container lines demands for a reduction in terminal handling costs, according to a recently launched Drewry study.
- [MPs Call for more BME & Women in the haulage industry](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/tributes-ryedale-farmer-haulier/): MPs have warned that the government and the haulage industry is not doing enough to attract people from black and minority ethnic communities into the industry.
- [Etihad Cargo hits the highs with record cargo](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/etihad-cargo-hits-highs/): Etihad Cargo carried more freight in October than in any other month in its history, flying a total of 53,785 tonnes.
- [East London wharf returns to cargo handling](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/east-london-wharf-returns-cargo-handling/): An East London wharf is to be returned to handling cargo after it was bought by the Port of London Authority (PLA).
- [Supporting the development of fossil-free fuel](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/supporting-development-fossil-free-fuel/): Following Preem's investment of 355 million kronor in a new facility at the Port of Gothenburg a year ago, annual production has been doubled to help meet the government's strict emission targets.
- [M62 'road rage' driver attacks lorry with shovel](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/m62-road-rage-driver-attacks-lorry-shovel/): Police have released shocking CCTV footage of a "road rage" attack in which a lorry drivers’ cab was attacked by a fellow motorist armed with a spade.
- [VW, Audi & Porsche Plan a Joint Venture](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/10840/): BMW Group, Daimler AG, Ford Motor Company and Volkswagen Group with Audi and Porsche have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to create the highest-powered charging network in Europe.
- [Feasibility of Hyperloop Technology Systems](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/agreement-feasibility-hyperloop-technology-systems/): There has been a signing for a feasibility study, to the value of $2.5 million, looking into Hyperloop Transportation Technologies.
- [Green Spark- Environmental Intelligence for Business](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/green-spark-environmental-intelligence-business/): Green Spark work with the Contracts Logistics & Transport sector to generate management information so the right decisions can be made to manage environmental risks.
- [Traffic Commissioner has Reminded Licence Holders](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/traffic-commissioner-has-reminded-licence-holders/): The Office of the Traffic Commissioner has a reminder for Operators who need to meet tests for financial standing or need to appoint new transport managers.
- [Venezia Terminal Passeggeri's to Keep the Fares Unchanged](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/venezia-terminal-passeggeri-board-agreed-keep-fares-cruise-ships-unchanged/): Venezia Terminal Passeggeri’s board of directors has agreed to keep the fares for cruise ships support services unchanged this year.
- [KLG Europe Logistics Service Continues its Quintiq Partnership](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/klg-europe-logistics-service-has-continued-its-partnership-with-quintiq/): KLG Europe is a logistics service that focuses of groupage services in Europe.
- [XPO Logistic Top Ten Provider Worldwide](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/xpo-logistic-top-ten-provider-worldwide/): XPO Logistic is one of the top ten logistics provider worldwide.
- [Downton is One of the Market’s Best Independent Logistics Firm](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/downton-one-markets-best-independent-logistics-firm/): Downton is one of the market’s best independent logistics firm.
- [Commercial Vehicle Friction : Redefining Braking Tech](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/new-commercial-vehicle-friction-redefining-braking-technology/): After more than two years of development and field tests, a new friction brand is now available. SYNERGY Braking Technology.
- [Tyre Equipment Company Awarded Feefo Gold Award](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tyre-equipment-company-awarded-feefo-gold-trusted-service-award-2017/): The Tyre Equipment Company has been awarded a Feefo Gold Trusted Service Award, an independent seal of excellence that recognises businesses for delivering exceptional experiences, rated by real customers.
- [Liverpool Lime Street Closed Due to a Structural Failing](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/liverpool-lime-street-closed-passengers-due-structural-failing/): Liverpool Lime Street has been closed to passengers recently due to a structural failing that disrupted the overhead cabled and spread debris across all four tracks.
- [FleetCheck One of the Leading Fleet Software](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/fleetcheck-one-of-the-leading-fleet-software-and-management-specialists-in-the-uk/): FleetCheck is one of the leading fleet software and management specialists in the UK.
- [Network Rail moved the Merrick Road Footbridge](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-successfully-moved-merrick-road-footbridge/): Network Rail has successfully moved the Merrick Road footbridge, formerly of Southall, to Didcot Railway Centre.
- [Empack & Label&Print Show Celebrate Advances](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/empack-labelprint-show-put-celebrate-advances-businesses-making/): Packaging Innovations, Empack and Label&Print is a show put on to celebrate the advances businesses are making in the print and packaging market.
- [DHL Express, Courier Business Opens New Hub](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/dhl-express-courier-business-opened-up-a-new-southern-hub/): DHL Express, part of the DHL courier business opened up a new Southern Hub on Friday 3rd March.
- [Aireon has Officially Started to Test and Validate Data](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/aireon-officially-started-test-validate-data/): Aireon, the space-based Automatic Dependent Surveillance- Broadcast Company announced from Madrid in Spain that Thales has officially started to test and validate the Aireon data.
- [Edwards Coaches Win Gold Again at National Express Awards](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/edwards-coaches-win-gold-national-express-awards/): The fifth generation family business Edwards Coaches of Pontypridd, stole the show at the recent National Express Awards Ceremony.
- [Change to Insurance Made By the Treasury Since 2001](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/first-change-insurance-made-treasury-since-2001/): The first change to insurance made by the Treasury since 2001 will hit Haulage companies hard.
- [Henderson Group Activating an Electronic System to Help with Deliveries](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/henderson-group-activating-an-electronic-system-to-help-with-deliveries/): The Henderson Group are activating an electronic system to help with their deliveries.
- [Shipping Alliance Chooses DP World’s UK Ports](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/shipping-alliance-chooses-dp-worlds-uk-ports-ten-trade-routes-us-asia/): Global container shipping consortium ‘THE Alliance’ has announced that all of its mainline UK calls will be handled by DP World, the Dubai-based global ports and logistics services company.
- [New Manager Appointed at Crane Worldwide Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-manager-appointed-crane-worldwide-logistics/): Crane Worldwide Logistics have appointed a new UK Managing Director. Chris Lee has been appointed after working at Crane Worldwide since 2011.
- [Renewing the Rail Systems in the Far North of Britain](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/renewing-the-rail-systems-in-the-far-north-of-britain/): Renewing the rail systems in the far north of Britain requires a great deal of planning.
- [Communications Provider Plans to Work with Top Fuel](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/communications-provider-announces-plans-work-top-fuel/): CLX Communications, a cloud-based communications provider has announced plans to work alongside Top Fuel to deliver IoT connectivity.
- [Network Rail : Releasing Land for 3600 New Properties](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-process-releasing-land-3600-new-properties/): Following previous news that Network Rail is in the process of releasing enough land for up to 3600 new properties in Manchester and the North, the full amount of investment into the rail systems in the North West of England has been announced.
- [Co-op and Cycle Alert Teamed Up to Reinforce Road Safety](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/co-op-cycle-alert-teamed-reinforce-rpad-safety/): The Co-op and Cycle Alert have teamed up to reinforce road safety to staff and students at York St John University Campus.
- [Jeff Bezos Reveals Earth-Moon Shipping Plans](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/starry-eyed-amazon-chief-jeff-bezos-reveals-earth-moon-shipping-plans/): Amazon may have begun making aerial deliveries for Prime customer’s courtesy of its aerial delivery drones but when it comes to future shipping it seems even the sky may not be the limit.
- [IAG Cargo Marks World Wildlife Day with ‘Jumbo’ Donation](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/iag-cargo-marks-world-wildlife-day-jumbo-donation/): To celebrate World Wildlife Day IAG Cargo has released two images of Kenyan-based orphaned elephants which received a donation of airline blankets from the cargo operator, keeping the young elephants warm during the winter months.
- [Calling on Gov Decision on the Lower Thames Crossing](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/industry-leaders-calling-government-decision-lower-thames-crossing/): INDUSTRY leaders from across London and the South East are calling on the Chancellor to commit to the timely development of a new Lower Thames Crossing.
- [DHL & Orange Among Global Top Employers](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/dhl-orange-among-global-top-employers-2017/): DHL, Orange, Philip Morris International and Saint Gobain are among the ten organisations that have been accredited as Global Top Employers for 2017 by the Top Employers Institute.
- [CWU gives Cautious Welcome to Ofcom Review on Royal Mail](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/cwu-gives-cautious-welcome-to-ofcom-review-on-royal-mail/): The Communication Workers Union today welcomed Ofcom’s decision not to introduce more charge controls and efficiency targets on Royal Mail following its review of how the company is regulated.
- [d’Amico International Shipping Approves Results](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/board-directors-damico-international-shipping-approves-fy-2016-results/): The Board of Directors of d’Amico International Shipping, which operates product tankers, has today (Thursday) announced the approval of the draft of the 2016 full year financial statutory and consolidated results.
- [Source FM Reveals New Mural for Teenage Volunteers](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/source-fm-reveals-new-mural-appeals-teenage-volunteers/): To celebrate its eighth anniversary of broadcasting across Falmouth and Penryn, Source FM has given its shipping container studios a brand new look with a mural created by one of its presenters and local artist, Cosmic.
- [People in Logistics Celebrated at New Conference & Awards](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/people-in-logistics-celebrated-at-new-conference-and-awards/): Talent in Logistics, a new and unique conference and awards event, will take place on 22nd June 2017 to recognise, celebrate and reward the people that are essential to the success of the UK logistics sector.
- [IAG Cargo & Exelsius hold Sixth GDP Workshop](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/iag-cargo-exelsius-hold-sixth-gdp-workshop/): IAG Cargo and Exelsius Consultancy recently held the sixth in their series of international Good Distribution Practices (GDP) Academy workshops, this time in Mumbai – the second time the Academy has visited India.
- [Celebrating 20 years of National Express in Dundee](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/celebrating-20-years-national-express-dundee/): Xplore Dundee is celebrating its 20th anniversary of joining the National Express Group.
- [RCS Logistics Makes the A Grade](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/rcs-logistics-makes-the-a-grade/): RCS Logistics, a leading third-party logistics provider based in Corby, Northamptonshire, have successfully passed the British Retail Consortium (BRC) Global Standard in Storage and Distribution Issue 3 with an A grade under the new system which was announced in 2016.
- [Working Group Establishes Truck Idling Measure](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/working-group-establishes-truck-idling-measure/): Established four years ago by Telematics Valley, which aims to promote the use of telematics in transportation, the European working group DOITS (Data Openness in Transport Solutions) has taken on the challenge to identify and prioritise key ECO-driving measures that need to be harmonised.
- [Michelin Adds RFID to Truck Tyres](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/michelin-adds-rfid-truck-tyres/): Michelin Americas Truck Tires said Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology is being added to commercial truck tyres and retreads, enabling fleets to better manage their tyres throughout the full life cycle.
- [DHL's Green Award for Lufthansa Cargo](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/dhls-green-award-lufthansa-cargo/): German airline Lufthansa Cargo has been named a ‘preferred carrier’ by DHL Global Forwarding and presented with a GoGreen carrier certificate.
- [Eddie Stobart HGV Driver Caught on Mobile Phone](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/eddie-stobart-hgv-driver-caught-mobile-phone-busy-junction/): THE moment a brazen Eddie Stobart HGV driver uses his mobile phone whilst behind the wheel has been caught on camera.
- [IAG Cargo to Embrace Technology with New Customer Portal and WMS](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/iag-cargo-embrace-technology-new-customer-portal-wms/): IAG Cargo will look to further embrace technology to create efficiencies and improve its product offering in the year ahead in order to offset the current market conditions.
- [Commuters Save Life of Trapped Stephen Hubbard](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/commuters-fought-save-life-trapped-stephen-hubbard-collision-royal-mail-lorry-near-horsford/): Norfolk Coroner’s Court heard the 62-year-old builder had failed to stop at the staggered junction of Holt Road and Shortthorn Road just before 6am on September 29.
- [Further Good News for Network Rail](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/good-news-network-rail/): Network Rail has reported recently that there has been a surge in public opinion supporting the upgrades that are taking place all over the country and are happy that this is a sign that they are heading in the right direction for improving the satisfaction rates of their passengers.
- [New appointment for Wessex Route](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-appointment-wessex-route/): Network Rail hopes to increase the successes that it has been proudly witnessing around the country by welcoming a new member to the Wessex team that will help to manage the transport network lines running from Waterloo.
- [The Future of Railway Partnerships](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/future-railway-partnerships/): It has been revealed recently that Network Rail has decided to join forces with Great Western Railway (GWR) as well as Heathrow Express in the hope that this will enable the creation of a much better transports and logistics system in the United Kingdom.
- [Luggage Compartment Issues with Overcrowding](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/luggage-compartment-issues-with-the-overcrowding-of-transport/): With the overcrowding of transport systems in the United Kingdom as a whole, more concerns than ever before have been raised concerning the health and safety of passengers boarding these overly congested vehicles.
- [Transport for the North Initiative-Will it Work?](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/transport-north-initiative-will-work/): The recent conference for the Transport for the North has highlighted a variety of new initiatives that will help them to produce the “Northern Powerhouse” that the Tories have been harping on about for the last few years.
- [Revelations from Transport for the North](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/revelations-transport-north/): Tuesday the 22nd February saw the announcement of the planned Strategic Transport Plan for the North of England, an initiative that is hoped to revolutionize the ways in which the Transport for the North will bring the transport networks in the Northern regions of the United Kingdom up to scratch with the rest of the country.
- [The Parker Report Must be Considered, Declare Shipyards](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/parker-report-must-considered-declare-shipyards/): The government’s National Shipbuilding Strategy has seriously been called into question by workers’ unions in the south western regions of the United Kingdom, who are insisting that the paper by Sir John Parker (known more commonly as the “Parker report”) needs to be taken into serious consideration in order to ensure that less money is wasted in the shipyard sector of the country.
- [Footage of Customers Been Physically Removed From Trains](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/footage-customers-physically-removed-trains/): A number of videos have been published all over the internet indicating various customers who, having refused to comply to the regulations set by the train guards, have been physically removed from the train by able-bodied self-righteous hunks who are then praised for their apparent commitment to law and order by the cheers of a previously timid and unassuming crowd.
- [Apprenticeships Available with Network Rail](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/apprenticeships-available-network-rail/): If you were worried that there are not enough opportunities out there for young people starting out in the world of work, then you are absolutely one hundred per cent correct about that and need to take heed of what Network Rail want to reveal.
- [Network Disruption and Alterations to Services](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/networks-experiencing-a-number-of-disruptions-and-alterations-to-services/): The situation of railways in this country is currently in a catastrophic state with networks all over the United Kingdom experiencing a number of disruptions and alterations to services.
- [The Future of the River Thames](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/future-river-thames/): Gavin Barwell, the Member of Parliament responsible for the state of housing and development in this country, has completed a visit to representatives of the Port of London in order to debate and investigate the future of the River Thames in London.
- [Network Rail Need All the Support that They Can Get](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-need-support-can-get/): The CEO for Transport has voiced his opinion that Network Rail are doing their best to implement the new changes to British railway network but need the funds and support in order to be able to see these changes through.
- [Leicestershire Bridge to be Opened up Again](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/leicestershire-bridge-opened/): A railroad bridge that suffered a major accident last summer in the August of 2016 is set to be up and running again on the 27th March so that normal services can resume on the line.
- [Signmaker Ast Signs Establishes Warrington Base](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/cumbrian-signmaker-ast-signs-establishes-warrington-base/): Cumbrian signage and transport branding firm Ast Signs is expanding south with a new site in Warrington.
- [Why trading nations need to look to the future](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/greasing-wheels-trading-nations-need-look-future/): Global trade is in a period of rapid transformation, with the aerospace, automotive, industrial, marine, and natural products sectors each facing uncertainties with regards to international imports and exports.
- [Huge Amount of Progress at Settle-Carlisle Line](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/huge-amount-progress-settle-carlisle-line/): The transport and logistics sector of this country are very pleased to announce that a very large amount of work has been done in order to ensure that the Settle-Carlisle line is back up and running by the end of the next month for its new wave of passengers, travelers and commuters.
- [Siemens Postal New Chief Digitalization Officer](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/siemens-postal-welcomes-new-chief-digitalization-officer/): Giant German corporation Siemens has witnessed the all new growth and prosperity of the digitalization era that many other businesses like itself are investing more and more into.
- [Improve Traveling Conditions of Buckinghamshire Area](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/organised-meeting-improve-traveling-conditions-buckinghamshire-area/): The traveling organization of freight is something that has been recently debated by members of Buckinghamshire County Council in order to determine what can be done in order to improve the conditions for locals in the community in the vicinity of roads and rail roads in the area who are affected by the various forms of pollution that freight traveling can actually cause.
- [Southern Counties Benefit from New Footpath Developments](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/southern-counties-benefit-new-footpath-developments/): The counties of Essex and Suffolk located in the southern extremities of the United Kingdom will be able to hugely benefit from a refurbishment program of developing new and better footpath levels along the train station level crossings of those areas.
- [The First Formation Flying Trains in Britain](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/first-formation-flying-trains-britain/): A new form of rail transport known as “formation flying” is currently being trialed and tested by Network Rail in their latest development to save costs on the running of trains services around the country that are funded by all of us taxpayers.
- [New Developments to Improve Railway in Yorkshire](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/new-developments-improve-railway-yorkshire/): New developments have recently been announced by Network Rail to improve the railway tracks along the Skelton New Bridge in the locality from York to North Allerton.
- [Surrey Citizens Meeting on Level Crossings](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/surrey-citizens-encouraged-to-attend-meeting-on-level-crossings/): The plans of Network Rail to teach the residents in the Woodfield Lane area of Ashtead in Surrey about the implementation of a new, safer level crossing at the local station are currently under way.
- [Clearing Barfords Bridge in Northampton](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/clearing-barfords-bridge-northampton/): The area of Northamptonshire, famous for its macabre history and the home of maverick graphic novelist Alan Moore, is set to experience a number of organized transport and logistic changes over the course of the next few days.
- [Spada Get on the Grid for Northern Town](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/spada-get-grid-another-northern-town-showdown/): Birmingham, UK. 7th February 2017 - UK Moto Apparel brand Spada have today announced their continuing partnership with Oliver’s Mount Road Racing.
- [New Finance Director at Armitt Group](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-finance-director-armitt-group/): A company known as Armitt Group that specializes in logistical shipping has welcomed its new Finance Director through its open doors.
- [Export Rates Are Growing Thanks to SMEs](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/export-rates-growing-thanks-smes/): A recent collection of data and information provided by logistics giant FedEx has demonstrated that small-to-medium enterprises all over Great Britain are furthering the growth of exports for the country due to the lowered rate of the pound sterling.
- [New Squad at Isotrak](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/new-squad-isotrak/): Logistics expert and booming fleet business enterprise Isotrak are very pleased to reveal that they have incorporated the services of two new members that will undoubtedly captain the company into expanding themselves even further despite the economic difficulties that are expected ahead.
- [Staff Development Crucial to Walker’s Ongoing Success](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/staff-development-crucial-to-walkers-ongoing-success/): To ensure that staff at all levels of the business have the skills sets required to sustain the company’s rapid growth, leading online fulfillment company, Walker Logistics, has embarked on a ‘People Development Plan.’ Undertaken in partnership with Newbury College, the development programme aims to support Walker’s employees by building their confidence and competence and increasing their motivation as well as their sense of wellbeing.
- [Valentine’s Day Euphoria at Paddington](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/valentines-day-euphoria-paddington/): No, not the bear, you transport-reading fools.
- [Global SuperTanker : Many Happy Returns From Chile!](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/many-happy-returns-chile/): The Global SuperTanker, which was deployed into Chile recently in order to quench the terrifying fires that were plunging areas of the country into scorching chaos, is now being dispatched back to its home base in the United States of America.
- [The New Arrival at Armitt Group](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-arrival-armitt-group/): A company known as Armitt Group that specializes in logistical shipping has welcomed its new Finance Director through its open doors.
- [The Future of Pallet Truck Supplying](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/future-pallet-truck-supplying/): PalletTrucksUK is proving to be a favorite with small-to-medium enterprises dealing with the transport and logistics sector shortages, and are able to furnish companies with a number of various forms of equipment that can help make the lives of transportation and supply companies a whole lot easier.
- [Lancashire Rail Crossing Users Must Use Rail Crossing Properly](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/lancashire-rail-crossing-users-must-use-rail-crossing-properly/): As part of Network Rail’s overwhelming desire to upgrade the railway stations and network areas around the country that are currently lacking in the safety and security measures that all rail stations ought to require, a caution has been issued to travelers around Ormskirk and Hoscar in Lancashire to please use the level crossing wisely.
- [Greater Manchester Transport Network Developments](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/greater-manchester-transport-network-developments/): The Greater Manchester area, specifically in the area of Heaton Chapel, will be the latest area of the railway networks in the north of England to benefit from some changes that will improve its services for the better in the years to come.
- [Wages of Forklift Drivers Remain Healthy High](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/wages-forklift-drivers-remain-healthy-high/): Transport and logistics operating and surveying firm Blue Arrow have found that compared to the previous year, there has been a 9.3 per cent increase in the average wage earnings of forklift operators.
- [Attention Being Paid to Traffic Officers in Documentary](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/more-attention-being-paid-to-traffic-officers-in-documentary/): If you ever thought or felt that traffic officers inside this country did not get the credit or attention that they so thoroughly deserve with all the hard work that they put into ensuring that road services in this country run as smoothly as possible despite the madness of congestion and inconsiderate drivers, then think again.
- [New Set of Cameras to be Installed In West Sussex Station](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/new-set-cameras-installed-west-sussex-station/): A new set of cameras are due to be put into operation in order to ensure the safety of British passengers and travelers in the West Sussex area of Yapton.
- [FedEx Express Expanding Through Southern Europe](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/fedex-express-initiative-expand-throughout-southern-europe/): Milan-Malpensa airport will be the latest recipient of FedEx Express’ initiative to expand itself throughout the southern reaches of the European continent.
- [Glasgow City Council : M8 Building Proposition](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/m8-building-proposition/): Glasgow City Council are pleased to have recently announced the planned implementation of a roof park along the city’s connecting road link: the M8.
- [Delay Repay Scheme Slow and Time-Consuming](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/delay-repay-scheme-slow-time-consuming-process/): With the huge amounts of upgrades and renovations taking place on the railway networks all around this country, it is good to remind oneself that the rail networks have implemented a Delay Repay scheme that is supposed to allow customers affected by repair works to claim compensation for the disruptions to their journey.
- [Development of New Nissan Parallax](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/development-new-nissan-parallax/): Members of the motoring and vehicle industry are very excited by the revelation of an all-new Nissan car model known as Parallax.
- [Transport for London Acquiesce to GMB Wishes](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/transport-london-acquiesce-gmb-wishes-language-tests/): The decision by Transport for London to push the deadline back for English speaking tests on their employees has been greeted with cheers and jubilations from union members of GMB.
- [Whistl to move large depot to area in Bolton](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/whistl-to-move-to-area-in-bolton/): A postal operating service known as Whistl, the second most successful one in the country, has revealed recently that it will move itself to a large depot area in Bolton in the northern parts of the country from whence to conduct its operations.
- [How Does Planning Your Route Before Travelling Help?](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/planning-route-travelling-help-long-run/): Going on your next big adventure is probably the best thing that can happen after months of being at your job or following weeks of studies for your end of year exams.
- [Network Rail Upgrades Around the Country](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-upgrades-around-country/): It is a clear and impressive feat that from Leeds to Carlisle, Nottinghamshire, Maidstone and all manner of other places located around the country that steps are being taken to improve the conditions of railways.
- [Complaints Made About Burley and Hyde Park In Leeds](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/complaints-have-been-made-about-burley-and-hyde-park-in-leeds/): A number of complaints have been made from individuals in the densely populated student areas of Burley and Hyde Park in the Leeds, West Yorkshire area, on the lack of space on trains running from Burley Station to Leeds Station in the city center.
- [Will Grexit Follow Brexit? Speculation Pushes GBP](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/will-grexit-follow-brexit-speculation-pushes-gbp-eur-exchange-rate-higher/): The GBP EUR exchange rate continued advancing this morning as investors became increasingly concerned about the possibility of Greece crashing out of the EU due to its explosive levels of debt.
- [Is It Better To Outsource Or Invest In Equipment](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/better-outsource-invest-equipment-bigger-projects/): Businesses spend a lot of money every year on outsourcing.
- [Cenex Dedicate Themselves to Helping Youth Charity](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/cenex-dedicate-helping-youth-charity/): The environmentally-friendly dedicated low carbon enterprise known as Cenex, which has a footing in Loughborough, revealed on the 6th February of this very year that it would dedicate itself towards supporting the single charitable organization located in the region of the East Midlands.
- [TOTAL Lubricants at The Commercial Vehicle Show](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/total-lubricants-looks-forward-to-the-commercial-vehicle-show-at-birminghams-nec/): TOTAL Lubricants is looking forward to attending the largest road transport and commercial vehicle event in Britain when it exhibits at The Commercial Vehicle Show at Birmingham’s NEC in April.
- [Update on Midland Railway Network Improvements](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/update-midland-railway-network-improvements/): Railway repair and renovation works are still under way in the area of Kettering as part of Network Rail’s ambitious initiative to improve the conditions for thousands of commuters along the Midland Main Line in the United Kingdom.
- [Falcon Coaches save admin’ and time using TruTac software](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/falcon-coaches-save-admin-and-time-using-trutac-software/): Luxury coaches are highly specialist and expensive vehicles to purchase.
- [Trade Figures Rise in Port of London](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/trade-figures-rise-port-london/): The last ten years have been good for trading figures in the Port of London but 2016 saw the location experience the highest amount of trade for the port in the last ten years, reaching a staggering 50 million tons by the end of the year.
- [Kout Food Sells Monopoly to Euro Garages](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/kout-food-group-sells-monopoly-euro-garages/): A company known as Kout Food Group (aka KFG) has recently announced that it has successfully completed its sale of portfolio along the roads to another transportation business called Euro Garages.
- [Daytona Tamworth Celebrates Half-Term in Style](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/daytona-tamworth-celebrates-half-term-style/): Get your hot wheels heated and put your foot down for some action on the racing grounds at Daytona Tamworth!
- [The North Must Consider the Potential of its Air Transport Routes](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/north-must-consider-potential-air-transport-routes/): The Chair of Trasnport for the North, Mister John Cridland CBE, has compiled a report that indicates that the North of England must improve its transportation networks inside and outside of the United Kingdom if it is to progress into the future of a globalised world.
- [Is Logistics a New Option to Reduce Unemployment Figures?](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/logistics-new-option-reduce-unemployment-figures/): The City of Liverpool College (no prizes for guessing where that is, by the way) has developed a brand new initiative to reduce unemployment figures in the area by implementing a training program that will help unemployed people to have a footing in the logistics sector.
- [Settle-Carlisle Railway Reconstruction Close Completion](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/settle-carlisle-railway-reconstruction-closer-completion/): Exactly a year ago this very month saw the downward lurch of the Settle-Carlisle rail line by 2.5 meters, resulting in the shifting of half-a-million tons of solid ground, thus putting the railway in jeopardy of being destroyed along that line, causing chaos for all involved.
- [The Depreciating Value of Cars](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/depreciating-value-cars/): A recent study compiled by Carspring has drawn light on the various aspects of depreciation that have been affecting the car industries across this country in the year as compared with the rest of the countries around the globe.
- [Terex Trucks Are Looking For Six New Recruits](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/terex-trucks-revealed-looking-six-new-recruits/): Terex Trucks has revealed that it is looking for six new recruits to join their modern apprenticeship programme.
- [Drayson & Greentomatocars Mobile Internet](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/drayson-technologies-been-working-with-greentomatocars-to-create-a-mobile-internet/): Drayson Technologies has been working with greentomatocars, the largest environmentally friendly private hire service in London in order to create a mobile Internet of Things network of sensors that will help to develop a hyper-local map of the air pollution around London.
- [Arval Releasing New Advice For Fleet Operators](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/arval-announced-that-they-are-releasing-new-advice-for-fleet-operators/): Arval has announced that they are releasing new advice for fleet operators after reports that van thefts are rapidly increasing.
- [Worldline Released an Alexa Skill For Train Times and Fares](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/worldline-released-alexa-skill-train-times-fares/): Worldline, or more specifically redspottedhanky.com has released an Alexa skill for train times and fares. This is the first of its kind in the UK.
- [Green MEP, Keith Taylor Has Spoken Out](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/green-mep-keith-taylor-spoken-consistent-failure/): The Green MEP for the South East, Keith Taylor has spoken out about the consistent failure of consecutive governments to act on deadly air pollution.
- [Geminor Will be Opening a New Logistics Terminal](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/geminor-announced-will-opening-new-logistics-terminal/): Geminor, the European waste to energy specialist has announced that they will be opening a new logistics terminal.
- [Air Charter Service Reported That They Had A Strong 2016](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-charter-service-reported-strong-2016/): Air Charter Service has reported that they have had a strong 2016 and are hoping for the same success this year.
- [Automotive Suppliers Buy and Sell Car Data](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/automotive-suppliers-attempting-to-buy-and-sell-car-data-through-software-and-hardware-platforms/): It is common for innovations regarding the connected car market to cover data monetization.
- [LIQAL Secured Investment From Brabant Development Agency](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/liqal-managed-secure-investment-brabant-development-agency/): The Dutch company LIQAL has managed to secure an investment from Brabant Development Agency and KIKK Capital, the investment fund.
- [Pallet Truck Shop Suggest That the Industry Should Invest in Warehouses](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/pallet-truck-shop-suggest-industry-invest-warehouses/): Pallet Truck Shop, part of the Midland Group of Companies, suggests that the industry should invest in warehouses as the country prepares to leave the European Union.
- [Waterman Group Awarded a 2 Year Framework](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/waterman-group-awarded-2-year-framework/): Waterman Group, the multidiscipline consultants work in order to deliver sustainable solutions that meet planning, engineering design and project delivery needs of a particular property, infrastructure, environment or energy market.
- [Militzer & Münch Announced They Are Joining XLProjects](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/militzer-munch-announced-that-they-are-joining-xlprojects/): The company Militzer & Münch International Freight Forwarding (Beijing) Co., Ltd. has announced that they are joining XLProjects.
- [FleetCheck Invited to Take Part In a Pilot Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fleetcheck-invited-take-part-pilot-scheme/): FleetCheck, the Fleet software specialist has been invited to take part in a pilot scheme by the DVSA that, if successful, could lead to a transformation in how businesses approach fleet compliance.
- [Work Expected to be Carried Out For This Bank Holiday](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/work-expected-carried-bank-holiday/): Work is expected to be carried out this Bank Holiday.
- [O'Donovan New Remote Control Sheeting System](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/odonovan-currently-trying-new-remote-control-sheeting-system/): The waste disposal company, O’Donovan is one of the leading construction and demolition waste management companies in London.
- [Motherwell North Works Has Been Successful](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-announced-motherwell-north-works-successful/): Network Rail has announced that the first phase of works at Motherwell North has been successfully commissioned.
- [Navis Has Been Awarded to PD Ports For Its Commitment](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/navis-has-been-awarded-to-pd-ports-for-its-commitment/): Navis, part of the Cargotec Corporation has given an award to PD Ports for its commitment to excellence and innovation.
- [MacNeillie Selected 30 Polices Forces for New Vans](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/macneillie-selected-30-polices-forces-new-public-vans/): MacNeillie is one of the leading and specialist vehicle converters in Europe.
- [Pace Of the Economy Down to the Global Recovery](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/increase-in-the-pace-of-the-economy-is-down-to-the-global-recovery/): There has been signs that the economy is picking up in Britain.
- [Work on Egham and Virginia Water Stations Completed](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-announced-that-they-have-completed-work-on-egham-and-virginia-water-stations/): Network Rail has announced that they have completed work on Egham and Virginia Water stations.
- [GMB on Council to Alter Taxi Regulations](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/gmb-council-members-persuade-alter-taxi-regulations/): GMB has written to council members in order to persuade them to alter the taxi regulations.
- [Tram Trains in South Yorkshire Has Taken a Step Forward](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/tram-trains-south-yorkshire-taken-step-forward/): The project that will see Tram Trains in use in South Yorkshire has taken a step forward over the Easter period.
- [Santorini Ltd Has Appalling Levels of Vehicle Safety](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/santorini-ltd-has-appalling-levels-of-vehicle-safety/): A cash and carry company in Salford has lost their transport licence after being found lacking in vehicle safety.
- [Improvements to the Main Line From Norwich to London](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-making-improvements-main-line-norwich-london/): The Crossrail project has made good progress over the course of the Easter Weekend.
- [Reopening Railway Between London and Scotland](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-announced-the-reopening-railway-between-london-and-scotland/): Network Rail announced the reopening of the railway between London and Scotland via the West Midlands after upgrades were made successfully over the Easter weekend.
- [Moody Logistics and Storage Are Adding a New 18-Tonne Truck](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/moody-logistics-storage-adding-new-18-tonne-truck/): In order to celebrate their 70th anniversary, Moody Logistics and Storage are adding a new 18-tonne truck to their fleet.
- [Thames Crossing Expected to Unlock Economic Benefit](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/thames-crossing-expected-to-unlock-a-great-deal-of-economic-benefit/): The New Lower Thames Crossing that is planned is expected to unlock a great deal of economic benefit as well as create thousands of jobs.
- [Unisys Announced They Have An Agreement With JR Technologies](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/unisys-announced-agreement-jr-technologies/): , the global IT company announced last week that they have an agreement with JR Technologies in order to create a new joint approach to meeting the needs of the New Distribution Capability.
- [FedEx Announced the 10 Finalists of Their Small Business](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/fedex-announced-the-10-finalists-of-their-small-business/): FedEx announced the 10 finalists of their Small Business Grant UK competition last week.
- [Yodel Announced That They Have Made 3 New Appointments to the Senior Levels](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/yodel-announced-made-3-new-appointments-senior-levels/): Yodel has made three new appointments to their leadership team.
- [Lyon-Saint Exupéry : First Phase of New Terminal](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/lyon-saint-exupery-airport-undergoing-first-phase-opening-new-terminal/): Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport is undergoing the first phase of the opening of their new terminal.
- [Reminding Passengers about Road and Station Closures](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-reminding-residents-and-passengers-that-there-will-be-road-and-station-closures/): Network Rail is reminding both residents and passengers that there will be road and station closures in Albrighton.
- [Packaging Services Europe Achieved the ISO 22000](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/packaging-services-europe-ltd-achieved-the-iso-22000-food-safety-standard/): Packaging Services Europe Ltd, has achieved the ISO 22000 food safety standard.
- [Network Rail Making Upgrades Works at Bath Spa Station](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-making-upgrades-works-bath-spa-station/): Network Rail are performing upgrade works at Bath Spa station. Travelers that use this station are advised to check before starting on their journeys.
- [Geminor Have Secured Contract With Powerday](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/geminor-announces-secured-contact-powerday/): Geminor, the energy recovery specialists have announced that they have secured a contract that would allow them to handle around 170,000 tonnes of refined refuse-derived fuel.
- [Fly-Tipped Waste Which Has Been Left on Telford Railway](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-helping-remove-fly-tipped-waste-left-telford-railway/): Network Rail has been working to remove fly-tipped waste that has been left on a Telford railway.
- [Pilot for the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/odonovan-invited-attend-pilot-fleet-operator-recognition-scheme/): The Waste Disposal company O’Donovan has been invited to attend the Pilot for the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme, or FORS, Practitioner Recertification workshop.
- [Network Rail & Freight Industry to Increase the Capacity](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-working-freight-industry-increase-capacity/): Network Rail are working with the freight industry in order to increase the capacity available on the railway.
- [Proposal Has Been Led by the Uniserve Group's Supply Chain Academy](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/proposal-has-been-led-by-the-uniserve-groups-supply-chain-academy/): There has been a proposal to create an apprenticeship degree for supply chain professional. It is thought that the qualification will be the first of its kind.
- [Work at Camberley Station Has Been Completed](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/extended-platforms-at-camberley-station-has-been-completed/): Work to extend the platforms at Camberley station has been completed by Network Rail.
- [Freightos Completed a $25M Series B Extension](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/freightos-announced-completed-25-million-series-b-extension/): The logistics technology company Freightos has announced that they have completed a $25 million Series B extension.
- [Construction Work Carrying on For the Tram Train Project](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/construction-work-carrying-tram-train-project/): Construction work carries on as the Tram Train project in South Yorkshire heads for completion.
- [Full Extent of the Contribution of the Rail Industry](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-released-new-figures-full-extent-pf-contribution-rail-industry/): Network Rail has released new figures that has shown the full extent of the contribution of the rail industry in the West Midlands.
- [SMEs Predicting Low Levels of Growth Over 6 Months](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/smes-predicting-low-levels-growth-next-six-months/): Research has revealed that SMEs within the Transport and Distribution sector are predicting low levels of growth over the next six months.
- [Spring Report Revealed Significant Amount Of Progress](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/spring-report-has-revealed-that-there-has-been-a-significant-amount-of-progress/): The Spring Report by Transport for the North has revealed that there has been a significant amount of progress made in the planning of the transport for the north of the country.
- [Crossrail Project Connecting the East and West of London](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/crossrail-project-connecting-to-the-east-and-to-the-west-of-london/): One of Europe’s largest infrastructure projects, Crossrail, is a project that connect the east to the west of London.
- [Blue Zone Logistics Will Join AerOceaNetwork or AON](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/blue-zone-logistics-will-join-aeroceanetwork-or-aon/): It has been announced that Blue Zone Logistics will join the AerOceaNetwork, or AON.
- [Leader in Vehicle to Everything Communication Solutions](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/autotalks-global-leader-vehicle-everything-communication-solutions/): Autotalks is a global leader in vehicle to everything communication solutions.
- [Transport Manager Need to be More Vigilant](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/traffic-commissioners-transport-manager-need-vigilant/): Advice has been given by the West Midlands Traffic Commissioner that transport managers need to be vigilant when they are put down on an operator’s license.
- [Abbey Logistics Appointed a New Group Head of HR](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/abbey-logistics-appointed-new-group-head-hr/): It has been announced that Abbey Logistics has appointed a new Group Head of HR.
- [Hatfield Based Plant & Aggregate Supplier Has Failed](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/hatfield-based-plant-aggregate-supplier-failed-bid-operate-extra-heavy-goods-vehicles/): It has been revealed that a Hatfield based plant and aggregate supplier has failed in its bid for the ability to operate extra heavy goods vehicles due to an industry regulator finding that there was an insufficient level of management for compliance.
- [Summer Timetable for Munich Airport Has Come Into Action On March 26th](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/summer-timetable-for-munich-airport-has-come-into-action-on-march-26th/): On March 26th, the summer timetable for Munich Airport came into effect.
- [Celebrate Completion of Cheshire's A556 Knutsford](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/opening-ceremony-order-celebrate-completion-cheshires-a556-knutsford/): An official opening ceremony has taken place in order to celebrate the completion of Cheshire’s A556 Knutsford to Bowdon dual carriageway.
- [GMB Want Inquiry Into Conservative Party & Uber](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/gmb-announced-want-urgent-inquiry-conservative-party-uber/): GMB has announced that they want an urgent inquiry in to the relationship between the Conservative party and Uber.
- [DX Work for Avon UK](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/dx-work-avon-uk/): DX Work for Avon UK The independent parcels, mail and logistics operator, DX, has announced that they have won a major contract.
- [Work in Linlithgow to Raise the Height of the Walls](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/work-carried-linlithgow-network-rail-raise-height-walls/): Work is being carried out in Linlithgow by Network Rail in order to raise the height of the walls bordering the railway at Royal Terrace and Union Road.
- [Action to Expand Availability of Ultra-Low Emission Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/national-trade-body-welcomed-action-to-expand-the-availability-of-ultra-low-emission-vehicles/): The National trade body, BCGA, has welcomed action to expand the availability of ultra-low emission vehicles that are powered by hydrogen on UK roads.
- [Descartes Systems: Capabilities of Smartanalysis](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/descartes-systems-group-announced-extensive-reporting-capabilities-smartanalysis/): A global leader in uniting logistics intensive business in commerce, Descartes Systems Group, has announced enhancements have been made to the already extensive reporting capabilities of Smartanalysis.
- [Lyon Airport Improving and Earning a Reputation](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/lyon-airport-improving-earning-reputation/): Lyon airport is improving and earning a reputation as one of Europe’s forward thinking airports.
- [There Has Been an Investment in Apprentices By Stagecoach](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/there-has-been-an-investment-in-apprentices-by-stagecoach/): It has been announced that there has been an investment in apprentices by Stagecoach.
- [Menzies Distribution Secured New Contact With Nisbets](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/menzies-distribution-has-secured-a-new-contact-with-nisbets/): The logistics company Menzies Distribution has secured a new contract with Nisbets, the largest supplier of catering equipment in the UK.
- [Element Logistics Focusing on Land, Sea & Air](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/element-logistics-focusing-coordination-variety-different-transport/): Element Logistics focuses on the coordination of a variety of different transport including over land sea and air.
- [Delipac Has Won the Ecopack Challenge!](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/delipac-won-ecopack-challenge/): It has been announced that Delipac has won the Ecopack Challenge. The challenge took place at the Packaging Innovations 2017.
- [Duke Active Joined AiO the Logistics Network](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/duke-active-joined-aio-logistics-network/): Duke Active has joined AiO, the logistics Network. Duke Active has had experience with transporting oversized, project and also heavy loads.
- [Recommended Passengers Check Before They Travel](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-announced-recommended-passengers-check-travel-south-east/): Network has announced that throughout the year it will be recommended that passengers in the South East should check before they travel.
- [Highways England Scheme at Tollbar End](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/highways-england-improvement-scheme-tollbar-end-coventry-opened/): The investment of £106 million by Highways England in to the improvement scheme at Tollbar End in Coventry has been opened.
- [Highways England Improving Journeys on M1](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/highways-england-improving-journeys-drivers-m1/): Highways England has a £191 million scheme that should improve journeys for drivers that use the major interchange on the M1 in the Midlands.
- [Michelin Launches Driver CPC Courses](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/michelin-launches-driver-cpc-courses-improve-driver-knowledge/): Michelin is launching a series of interactive JAUPT-accredited Driver CPC training courses designed to improve tyre knowledge and the quality of vehicle walkaround checks.
- [Rail Passengers Warned to Check Before Travel This Easter](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/rail-passengers-warned-need-check-travel-easter/): Rail passengers in the Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex and London are being warned that they need to check before they travel this Easter, with plans to carry out a large amount of improvements on the tracks.
- [Report ‘Connected and Autonomous Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/house-lords-science-technology-committee-report-connected-autonomous-vehicles/): It has been suggested by The House of Lords Science and Technology Committee in their report ‘Connected and Autonomous Vehicles: The future?’ that the Government should focus on getting the best benefits from this industry.
- [Teletrac Navman Partner of Van Excellence Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/teletrac-navman-has-become-a-recogised-partner-of-the-van-excellence-scheme/): Teletrac Navman has become a Recognised Partner of the Van Excellence scheme.
- [Cenex Joining Europe's Largest Electrical Vehicle Road Trip](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/cenex-joining-europes-largest-electrical-vehicle-road-trip/): It has been announced that Cenex will join Europe’s largest electrical vehicle road trip.
- [Daytona Motorsport GPK Kart Series Coming Summer](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/daytona-motorsport-announced-their-new-gpk-kart-series-coming-in-summer/): Daytona Motorsport has announced their new GPK Kart Series, that will be coming to the track in the summer.
- [CML Shortlisted For The Freight Transport Association's 3PL of the Year Award](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/cml-shortlisted-for-the-freight-transport-associations-3pl-of-the-year-award/): CML, is the leading provider of international freight forwarding services, retail fulfilment, pre-retailing services, warehousing, stock management and returns processing.
- [Edwards Coaches Win ‘Coach Operator of the Year’](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/edwards-coaches-win-coach-operator-of-the-year-at-the-2017-british-coach-tourism-awards/): The UK’s best coach tour operators, and tourism industry suppliers, were honoured on the 22nd March at the 2017 British Coach Tourism Awards.
- [Passengers in Guildford to Check Before they Travel](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-made-announcement-asking-passengers-guildford-check-travel/): Network Rail has made an announcement asking passengers in the Guildford area to check before they travel ahead of this weekend’s work.
- [Air Intake Screen : Reduce Costly Maintenance & Energy](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-intake-screen-can-reduce-otherwise-costly-maintenance-energy/): It has been announced that Air intake screens can reduce otherwise costly maintenance and energy.
- [Director Disqualified After Providing Front for a Haulier](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/director-has-been-disqualified-after-their-transport-firm-was-providing-a-front-for-a-haulier/): It has been announced that a Director has been disqualified after their transport firm was found to be providing a front for a haulier that was banned I 2006.
- [Ilona Lice Made Chairperson of the Board : Riga Airport](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/ilona-lice-made-chairperson-board-riga-international-airport/): It has been announced that as of March 20th 2017 Ilona Lice has been made a chairperson for the board of Riga International Airport.
- [FedEx Express Announced That it Will Start Operating a New Flight](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/fedex-express-announced-that-it-will-start-operating-a-new-flight/): FedEx Express, the world’s biggest transportation company has announced that it will start operating a new flight path which will link TNT’s European air hub in Liège, Belgium to the FedEx World Hub which is located in Memphis, USA.
- [Drop in Event to Inform About the Upgrades](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-offering-variety-different-drop-event-people-want-informed-upgrades/): In order to keep passenger up to date, Network Rail are offering a variety of different drop in event for people who wish to be more informed about the upgrades that are taking place on the Preston to Manchester line.
- [Munich Airport Number One of Europe's Top Airports](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/munich-airport-placed-number-one-europes-top-airports-2017/): Munich Airport has been placed at number one of Europe’s top airports in 2017.
- [Lose Sleep due to Workplace Worries](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/more-than-half-of-the-people-who-work-within-transport-and-logistics-lose-sleep-for-reasons-directly-related-to-workplace-worries/): In a poll conducted nationwide by A-SAFE the international barrier manufacturer it has been discovered that more than half of the people that work within the Transport and Logistics sector lose sleep for reasons directly related to workplace worries.
- [Aéroports De Lyon Went Over the 9M Passenger Mark](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/aeroports-de-lyon-went-9-million-passenger-mark-first-time/): Aéroports de Lyon had a great 2016, it has been announced. The Airport went over the 9 million passenger mark for the first time in the airport’s history.
- [IWN Duxford Release Programme For Airfield Safety Day](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iwn-duxford-have-released-the-programme-ahead-of-the-8th-april-event/): The programme has been announced for the Airfield Safety Day. IWM Duxford have released the programme ahead of the 8th April event.
- [Humza Yousaf to Open Key Brexit Transport Conference](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/humza-yousaf-open-key-brexit-transport-conference/): SCOTLAND’S Transport Minister is set to kick off a key event, likely to be the first major haulage and logistics industry gathering after the triggering of Article 50.
- [Stevenage Station is Extend the Platforms](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/stevenage-station-is-having-work-done-to-extend-the-platforms/): As part of the Railway Upgrade Plan, Stevenage station is having work done to extend the platforms.
- [Network Rail Invited Vauxhall Station users to Drop in Event](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-invited-vauxhall-station-users-to-drop-in-event/): Network Rail invited Vauxhall station users to a drop in event in order to find out more about the upgrade work happening at the station.
- [Replacing Taxi with Train Could Save Passengers Millions](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/replacing-the-airport-taxi-for-the-train-in-london-could-save-passengers-millions/): It has been revealed that replacing the Airport Taxi for the train in London could save passengers millions.
- [Gov Increase Number of Houses to be Built](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/government-increase-number-houses-built-lead-issues-transport/): With plans from the Government to increase the number of houses built in order to meet demand could lead to issues in other aspects on infrastructure including transport.
- [Shell New Online Platform Called 'Fluid Thinking'](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/shell-introduced-new-online-platform-called-fluid-thinking/): Shell has introduced a new online platform called ‘Fluid Thinking’ in order to support fleet management when trying to improve their efficiency.
- [£45M Upgrade : Sutton, Wimbledon & Mitcham Corridor](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/upgrade-valued-45-million-rail-network-sutton-wimbledon-mitcham-corridor/): An upgrade, valued at £45 million is planned for the rail network in the Sutton to Wimbledon and Mitcham corridor.
- [Air Charter Manages World's Heaviest Woman!](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-charter-service-helped-in-the-transition-of-the-worlds-heaviest-woman/): The Air charter service ACS has helped in the transition of the world’s heaviest woman.
- [Network Rail Help Get More Women Working](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/network-rail-working-schools-help-get-women-working-industry/): Network Rail has been working with schools in Surrey in an attempt to get more women working in the industry.
- [Network Rail Works to Improve a Footbridge at Long Eaton Station](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-carrying-out-works-to-improve-a-footbridge-at-long-eaton-station/): Network rail will be carrying out works to improve a footbridge at Long Eaton Station.
- [Railway Improvements to be Made by Merseytravel](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/railway-improvements-made-merseytravel/): During the closure of the Lime Street Station, due to the cutting wall collapse on the 28th February, engineers seized the chance to bring forward a series of planned railway improvements by Merseytravel.
- [AVID Technology & Energy Technologies Institute](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/avid-technology-leading-an-operation-launched-by-energy-technologies-institute/): A project valued at £3.6 million has been launched in an attempt to improve environmental standards within the marine industry.
- [FedEx Teamed with International Eye Care Charity Orbis](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/fedex-express-teamed-international-eye-care-charity-orbis/): FedEx Express has teamed up with international eye care charity Orbis to announce their world-class UK Orbis Flying Eye Hospital.
- [Logistics Capital Partners with Eurofund Capital](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-capital-partners-working-with-eurofund-capital-partners-on-a-joint-venture/): It has been announced that a leading European logistics real estate specialist, Logistics Capital Partners, are working with Eurofund Capital Partners on a joint venture, EUROFUND LCP.
- [More Women are Being Welcomed into Areas](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/women-welcomed-areas-stereotypically-male/): Janince Crawford, the first female apprentice at Govan shipbuilders in the 1970s announced on International Woman’s day, the 8th March, that industry is changing so women are being more welcomed in to areas more stereotypically male.
- [Theresa May Has Made a Deal With the DUP](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/theresa-may-made-deal-democratic-unionist-party/): The Conservatives and Theresa May have made a deal with the Democratic Unionist Party in order to form a government after the election that took place on the 8th June and resulted in a Hung Parliament.
- [New Chairman of Cargo IQ Membership Board](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-chairman-cargo-iq-membership-board-named/): The new chairman of the Cargo iQ Membership Board has been named as Henk Venema.
- [Cimcorp to Manufacture Automated Logistics Systems](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/cimcorp-working-to-see-the-manufacture-creating-automated-logistics-systems/): Cimcorp the manufacturer and integrator of turnkey robotic handling services has received a significant order.
- [Kavis Have Outsourced the Management of UK B2C Supply Chain](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/kavis-announced-outsourced-management-uk-b2c-supply-chain/): Kavis, the company that manufactures and supplies disposable food and catering products as well as packaging and utensils has announced that they have outsourced the management of their UK B2C supply chain to Walker Logistics.
- [Maritime Transport Awarded FTA Roadworthiness](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/maritime-transport-awarded-fta-roadworthiness/): Maritime Transport has been Awarded with the FTA Roadworthiness Award by the Freight Transport Association.
- [UTC Aerospace Systems Selections with 5 Airlines](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/utc-aerospace-systems-announces-new-selections-5-airlines/): UTC United Technologies Corp, has been selected to supply wheels and brakes to five of the world’s airlines: Alaska Airlines, Southwest, EasyJet, Icelandair and Lufthansa.
- [Crane Worldwide Logistics : New Global Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/crane-worldwide-logistics-announced-appointed-new-global-director/): The international logistics company, Crane Worldwide Logistics has announced that they have appointed a new Global Director for Quality, Health, Safety, Security and Environment, or QHSSE.
- [Edward Hutchson Been Looking Into Automated Solutions](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/edward-hutchson-looking-automated-solutions/): The Managing Director of BITO Storage Systems, Edward Hutchnson has been looking into automated solutions for the logistics sector.
- [Noisy Building Sites Need to Have Warning Signs](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/nationwide-hearing-aid-practice-said-noisy-building-sites-need-warning-signs/): A nationwide hearing aid practice has said that noisy building sites and road works operations need to have warning signs in order to protect the hearing of those passing by the site and the operators that are carrying out work on the site.
- [Masabi Deployed Two of Their Mobile Ticketing Software](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/masabi-revealed-deployed-first-two-mobile-ticketing-software/): Masabi has revealed that they have deployed the first two of their mobile ticketing software.
- [Maritime Plans Running Up to Day of the Seafarer](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/international-maritime-organisation-plans-running-up-to-day-of-the-seafarer/): On Friday, the International Maritime Organisation was full of a range of Government representatives including Ministers, Deputy Ministers, Permanent Secretaries, Director Generals and Ambassadors in order to recognise seafarers.
- [Bibby Distribution Doubles Up on Safety with RoSPA](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bibby-distribution-doubles-safety-first-rospa-gold-awards/): Bibby Distribution has won two Gold Awards from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), thanks to its outstanding performance in implementing enhanced health and safety policies across its workforce.
- [New Appointment to Boost MAN Sales Team](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-appointment-boost-man-sales-team/): Leading truck manufacturer MAN Truck & Bus UK has appointed a new salesman to its team in Northern Ireland.
- [FTA Calls on Government to Keep Severn Toll Promise](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-calls-government-keep-severn-toll-promise/): FTA calls on Government to keep Severn toll promise The Freight Transport Association (FTA) is calling on the Government to guarantee its pre-election promise to remove all charges on the Severn Bridges.
- [CM Downton Signs Contract with Smiths News](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/cm-downton-signs-contract-smiths-news/): DOWNTON delivers has won a contract with Smiths News, the UKs leading Newspaper and magazine wholesaler.
- [TTS Group signs historical contract for Syncrolift®](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/tts-group-signs-historical-contract-syncrolift-transfer-system/): The Norwegian Quartered TTS Group is an international corporation, with subsidiaries in 14 countries, providing handling solutions and access systems for the marine and offshore industries.
- [TyreSafe : Maximizing Safety of Scooter Commuters](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/tyresafe-dedicated-maximizing-safety-scooter-commuters/): TyreSafe is a UK based charity dedicated to maximizing the safety of scooter commuters by reminding people to carry out regular Tyre checks and pointing out the dangers of defective and illegal tyres.
- [Assessing the health impact of transport policies](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/assessing-the-health-impact-of-transport-policies/): Some key urban transport policy measures can lead to positive effects on people’s health, while others have few benefits, a new study has found.
- [The Queen’s Speech stutters on Brexit, but good news for logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/queens-speech-stutters-brexit-theres-good-news-logistics-exporters-says-delivery-expert/): The details of the Government agenda for the next two years have been revealed; and the global delivery experts Fastlane International say there is some good news for exporters and logistics companies.
- [MAN makes light work of heavy recovery work](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/man-makes-light-work-heavy-recovery-work-nationwide-recovery-specialist-lantern-opts-man-tgx-26-560/): Leading truck manufacturer MAN Truck & Bus UK has supplied recovery experts Lantern Recovery with a top-spec MAN TGX 26.560 6x4.
- [New cargo win for Yorkshire Airport](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/new-cargo-win-yorkshire-airport/): Doncaster Sheffield Airport is celebrating winning a new cargo contract, bringing flowers and vegetables to the UK for some of the country’s largest retailers.
- [More Powerful Engine Broadens the Appeal of Volvo FE Range](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/more-powerful-engine-broadens-the-appeal-of-the-volvo-fe-range/): The Volvo FE is now being launched with a 350hp engine and a new nine-tonne front axle.
- [Australian unions take up ICTSI dockworkers case](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/australian-unions-take-ictsi-dockworkers-case-indonesian-minister/): The Indonesian Government is coming under pressure to intervene in a major industrial dispute developing with port operator ICTSI after Australian unions protested and delivered a joint letter to the Indonesian Minister for National Development Planning Bambang Brodjonegoro in Canberra today.
- [Activa Contracts won full outsourcing fleet deal with Winterbotham Darby](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/winterbotham-darby-feeds-activa-contracts-consultancy-approach-deliver-fleet-enhancements/): Activa Contracts has won a sole supply, full outsourcing fleet deal with Winterbotham Darby that also sees it take on a consultancy role to the organisation’s cash allowance drivers potentially resulting in them opting for company cars following the introduction of new tax rules.
- [FTA says French government must act](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-says-french-government-must-act-after-driver-dies-in-migrant-roadblock/): The Freight Transport Association (FTA) is calling on the French government to take urgent action after a van driver was killed when migrants barricaded the A16 near Calais early this morning.
- [Freight forwarders’ body joins calls for softer Brexit](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/freight-forwarders-body-joins-calls-softer-brexit/): With Brexit talks due to get underway in Brussels later today, the British International Freight Association is calling for the UK negotiators to push for a deal that keeps the UK in the European customs union.
- [Michelin lays waste to budget competitor](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/michelin-lays-waste-budget-competitor-fairport-containers-tyre-trial/): Steel waste container specialist Fairport Containers has binned its budget tyre policy and switched to Michelin, after a set of premium Michelin fitments achieved almost three times the mileage of a budget competitor in a tyre trial.
- [FTA Says Seamless Trade & Logistics Must be Brexit Priorities](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fta-says-seamless-trade-and-logistics-must-be-priorities-as-brexit-talks-begin/): As Brexit negotiations get underway, the Freight Transport Association (FTA) has repeated its calls for the Government to prioritise logistics and trade and to keep an open mind in the talks to ensure freight can continue to move freely throughout Europe.
- [The Whole Truth about Amazon and Whole Foods](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/whole-truth-amazon-whole-foods/): Amazon is getting in to the fresh food act in a fresh new way; spending $13.7bn (£10.7bn) purchasing Whole Foods Market.
- [ITF: “Qaaswa crew are having rights trampled by company”](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/itf-qaaswa-crew-rights-trampled-company/): The ITF (International Transport Workers’ Federation), which is assisting the crew of the tanker Qaaswa, marooned in Tunisia, has rebutted the owner company’s attempts to hide its ill treatment of the crew – including a farcical reported claim that the intimidated, underprovisioned and ill-treated seafarers are supposedly selling bunker fuel.
- [Customer Recommendation Sees J T Leyland OPT For New Range D](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/customer-recommendation-sees-j-t-leyland-opt-new-range-d/): Cumbrian-based J T Leyland has added the first new Renault truck, an 18-tonne Range D18 wide 4x2 R280 curtainsider to its 20-strong HGV fleet.
- [Joan Aitken Joins Transaid as Ambassador](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/joan-aitken-joins-transaid-as-ambassador/): International development organisation, Transaid, has chosen Joan Aitken, Traffic Commissioner for Scotland, to join its team of ambassadors who promote its mission and vital work.
- [Howard Tenens order another fleet of Flexi trucks](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/howard-tenens-order-another-fleet-of-flexi-trucks/): Howard Tenens, one of the UK’s largest privately owned logistics companies, has once again invested in articulated forklift technology from Narrow Aisle Ltd.
- [Team Oliver Racing Attended the Thruxton Race Circuit](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/team-oliver-racing-attended-the-thruxton-race-circuit/): On the 3rd and 4th of June, Team Oliver Racing attended the Thruxton race circuit in Hampshire in order to take part in the third round of the British Truck Race Championship.
- [Baines Simmons Reveals New Contract Awarded](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/baines-simmons-has-revealed-that-they-have-been-awarded-a-new-contract/): Baines Simmons, the Air Partner’s aviation safety consultancy company has revealed that they have been awarded a new contract.
- [Will Europe’s appetite for natural gas continue to grow?](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/will-europes-appetite-natural-gas-continue-grow/): Natural gas is found deep below the surface of the Earth.
- [TrustFord Renewing Their Contact With BCA](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/trustford-announced-will-renewing-contact-bca/): TrustFord has announced that they will be renewing their contract with BCA until May 2019.
- [P&O Ferrymasters Collaborating With Erontrans](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/po-ferrymasters-collaborating-erontrans/): P&O Ferrymasters will be collaborating with Erontrans in order to release an intermodal rail service.
- [Airport Playing a Pivotal Part of Improving and Extending](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/airport-playing-pivotal-part-improving-extending/): An airport could be playing a pivotal part of improving and extending the cooperation between China and Central Eastern Europe.
- [United Kingdom Warehousing Association Successfully Agreed a New Agreement](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/united-kingdom-warehousing-association-successfully-agreed-new-agreement/): The United Kingdom Warehousing Association, or UKWA has successfully agreed a new agreement with the Fork Lift Truck Association, or the FLTA.
- [Top Commercial Vehicle Auction Business in the UK](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/top-commercial-vehicle-auction-business-uk-revealed-increase-sale-prices/): The top commercial vehicle auction business in the UK has revealed that they have seen an increase in their year on year sale price for May.
- [Jaama Appointed a New Product Manager](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/jaama-appointed-new-product-manager/): Jaama has appointed a new product manager.
- [Engineless Refrigeration Systems Being Tested](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/two-new-carrier-transicold-engineless-refrigeration-systems-tested/): Two new Carrier Transicold engineless refrigeration systems are being tested out by Kuehne + Nagel in an attempt to make their commercial fleet more compliant.
- [Working to Improve the 'Tax Guide for Fleets'](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/activa-contracts-has-been-working-to-improve-the-tax-guide-for-fleets/): Activa Contracts has been working to improve the ‘Tax Guide for Fleets’ app.
- [Create Environment That will Improve the Road Risk](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/businesses-are-being-urged-to-create-an-environment-that-would-improve-the-road-risk/): Businesses are being urged to create an environment that would improve the road risk management.
- [Kalmar Released New Video : Their Plans for Port 2060](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/kalmar-has-released-a-new-video-looking-at-their-plans-for-port-2060/): A part of Cargotec, Kalmar has released a new video that looks again at their plans for Port 2060.
- [Wincanton Recently Places the Largest Order Ever Made](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/wincanton-recently-places-the-largest-order-theyve-ever-made/): Wincanton has recently placed the largest order they’ve ever made for Renault Trucks Range T tractor units.
- [Freight Association Have Released a Briefing Paper](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/freight-association-written-released-briefing-paper/): Experts that work for the Freight Transport Association have written and released a briefing paper that should hopefully provide some clarification and advice to members on the Mobility Package that has been proposed by the European Commission.
- [Average Price of Used Cars Has Remained Steady](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bca-pulse-found-that-the-average-price-of-used-cars-has-remained-steady/): BCA Pulse has found that the average price of used cars has remained steady over the course of May.
- [British International Freight Association Released](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/british-international-freight-association-released/): With it being a year since Britain made the decision to leave the Referendum and the results of the latest General Election being released today, those that are operating in the Freight Industry have expressed concern over the extended period of uncertainty that has been experienced.
- [Specialist Fleet Services Celebrating New Contract](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/specialist-fleet-services-ltd-announced-celebrating-new-contract/): Specialist Fleet Services Ltd has announced that they are celebrating the acquisition of a new contract.
- [TU-Automotive Award : Best Aftermarket Telemarketers](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/tu-automotive-award-best-aftermarket-telemarketers-productservice/): The TU-Automotive award for the Best Aftermarket Telemarketers Product/Service has been given to a firm that operates in the UK.
- [AirBridgeCargo Second Airline to Join the Pharma Gateway](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/airbridgecargo-announced-will-second-airline-join-pharma-gateway/): AirBridgeCargo has announced that they will be the second airline to join the Pharma Gateway Amsterdam.
- [Activa Contracts Have Been Awarded](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/activa-contracts-have-been-awarded-promotions-to-area-manger-positions/): Yesterday it was announced that two employees of Activa Contracts have been awarded promotions to area manager positions.
- [Westminster Waste Announce They've Ordered a New Vehicle](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/westminster-waste-ltd-announced-ordered-new-vehicle/): Westminster Waste Ltd, the London based waste company has announced that they have ordered a new vehicle to be used to collect refuse.
- [AAL Completed a Nine-Month Shipment Project](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/aal-announced-completed-nine-month-shipment-project/): AAL, one of the leading shipping operators that deal with breakbulk, project cargo and heavy lift shipping has announced that they have completed a nine-month shipment project on behalf of LPL Projects and Logistics GmbH.
- [Bibby Distribution Services Chosen by Nampak Plastics Europe](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/bibby-distribution-services-chosen-nampak-plastics-europe-work-third-party/): Bibby Distribution Services has been chosen by the Plastics company Nampak Plastics Europe to work as a third party logistics company in order to provide the company with a transport solution.
- [Two Employees of Activa Contracts Have Been Promoted](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/two-employees-activa-contracts-awarded-promotions/): Yesterday it was announced that two employees of Activa Contracts have been awarded promotions to area manager positions.
- [Federation of Engine Remanufactures : Statement](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/federation-engine-remanufactures-released-cautionary-statement/): Last week, the Federation of Engine Remanufacturers released cautionary statement to those working in the same industry to be vigilant and report any suspicions they may have regarding other engine remanufacturers.
- [How to maintain industrial materials](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/know-equipment-maintain-use-industrial-materials/): The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) came into force in 1998 and requires that “all work equipment be maintained in an efficient state, in efficient order and in good repair; where any machinery has a maintenance log, the log is kept up to date; and that maintenance operations on work equipment can be carried out safely.” With this in mind, it’s up to you (if you’re self-employed) or the company who hires you to regularly check machinery to check for efficiencies.
- [80th Anniversary : Federation of Engine Remanufactures](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/2017-will-see-80th-anniversary-federation-engine-remanufactures/): 2017 will see the 80th anniversary of the Federation of Engine Remanufacturers.
- [Go Supply Chain Look Into the Costs & Impacts of Snap General Election](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/go-supply-chain-looking-into-the-costs-and-impacts-of-the-snap-general-election/): The director of Go Supply Chain has been looking into the costs and impacts of the snap general election.
- [Film Has Been Released by the FTA](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/film-has-been-released-by-the-fta-to-demonstrate-the-significance-of-safety/): A film has been released by the FTA that contains the death of a child has been released in order to demonstrate the significance safety and compliance throughout companies van operations.
- [Palletline Announce New Appointment](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/palletline-announced-made-new-appointment/): Palletline, the best member-owned Palletised freight distribution company in the UK has announced that they have made a new appointment.
- [Prova Revealed That They Have Joined the Rail Alliance](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/prova-revealed-joined-rail-alliance/): Prova has revealed that they have joined the Rail Alliance.
- [Increasing Airport Capacity Allows UK to Stay Global Hub](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/increasing-capacity-airports-will-allow-uk-stay-global-training-hub/): It is thought that increasing the capacity of the airports around the South East of England will allow the UK to stay as a global training hub.
- [Richard Gutsell's New Role at Palletline](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/richard-gutsells-new-role-palletline/): Palletline, the best member-owned Palletised freight distribution company in the UK has announced that they have made a new appointment.
- [Goodridge is a New Partner at Oliver's Mount](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/goodridge-new-partner-olivers-mount/): Oliver’s Mount, the road race circuit which is located in England has revealed that they will be welcoming a new partner.
- [DFS Announce New Traxx System](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/dfs-announce-new-traxx-system/): The well-known furniture retail brand, DFS has revealed that they are using the Traxx® quick-change frame and banner system.
- [Birmingham ThinkTank Welcomes Autonamous](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/birmingham-thinktank-welcomes-autonamous/): try and make the future of travel easier.
- [TTS group & Ulstein Release New Crane Technology](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/tts-group-ulstein-release-new-crane-technology/): A partnership has been formed between TTS Group and Ulstein.
- [Trailer & Telematics Created by Michelin Solutions](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/ds-smith-reveal-using-trailer-telematics-programme-created-michelin-solutions/): been using a trailer and telematics programme that has been created by Michelin solutions.
- [ATS Euromaster Rewarded Gold Award](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/ats-euromaster-rewarded-gold-award-fore-fourth-year-running/): Accidents for the fourth year in a row.
- [JLT Mobile Computers Attending TOC Europe](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/jlt-mobile-computers-announce-will-attending-toc-europe/): JLT Mobile Computers has announced that they will be co-exhibiting at the TOC Europe.
- [JM Gorry & Son Announce New Michelin Products](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/jm-gorry-son-announce-success-new-michelin-products/): trial period using the Michelin Remix retreaded tyres.
- [German Gymnasium Reveal Summer Events](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/german-gymnasium-reveal-summer-events/): with Wines of Germany.
- [Goodyear Sponser of British Truck Racing Champs](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/goodyear-become-exciting-new-sponser-british-truck-racing-champs/): Goodyear has announced that they have just signed a deal that will see them become both the sponsor and the tyre supplier of the British Truck Racing Championship.
- [Mister Spex successfully use New Management System](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/mister-spex-successfully-use-new-management-system/): Mister Spex has announced that they have been successfully using a warehouse management system from PSI Logistics GmbH.
- [Vacu-Lug : new manager of Shanks Waste Management](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/vacu-lug-announced-new-manager-shanks-waste-management-ltd/): commercial vehicles.
- [R T Mycock & Sons aqcuire a new Renault Truck](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/r-t-mycock-sons-aqcuire-new-renault-truck/): R T Mycock & Sons has recently acquired three Renault Trucks.
- [Etihad Cargo & Intradco return 19 Black Rhinos to the Wild](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/etihad-cargo-intradco-global-help-return-19-black-rhinos-wild/): Etihad Cargo and Intradco Global has helped to return 19 black Rhinos back in to the wild in Rwanda.
- [Lorne Stewart Engineering Revealed Their New Update](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/lorne-stewart-engineering-revealed-new-update/): Lorne Stewart Engineering has revealed that they have updated the look of their fleet while also managing to make significant savings from their fuel costs.
- [NOVUS Named on Shortlist for the Training Team](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/novus-named-part-shortlist-training-team/): NOVUS has been named as part of the shortlist for the Training Team of the Year 2017.
- [Warehouse Companies Are Looking to Reduce Their Operating Costs](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/warehouse-companies-looking-reduce-operating-costs/): Warehouse companies, like all companies, are looking to reduce their operating costs.
- [TOTAL Just Released a New Additive For Diesel Fuel](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/total-just-released-a-new-additive-for-diesel-fuel/): TOTAL has just released a new additive for diesel fuel that can be used in commercial vehicles.
- [Spedian™ Expanding Their Offering Into the USA Markets](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/spedian-process-expanding-offering-usa-markets/): Spedian™ is a lightweight and reusable vehicle graphics specialist.
- [Volvo Announce They Experienced Success During New Trials](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-announced-experienced-success-trials/): The Swedish vehicle manufacturer Volvo has announced that they have experienced success during their trials of a new and limited edition FH16-750.
- [Brake Engineering Reveals New Brake Calipers](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/brake-engineering-revealed-releasing-eight-new-brake-calipers/): Brake Engineering has revealed that they are releasing eight new brake calipers and one new pair of brake discs to that market.
- [Motor Industry Providing Free MOT Updates](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/motor-industry-providing-free-mot-updates/): It has been announced that the Institute of the Motor Industry will be providing free MOT updates at the Automechanika Birmingham.
- [At Home Box Company Revealed That They Have Appointed Walker Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/at-home-box-company-revealed-that-they-have-appointed-walker-logistics/): The At Home Box Company is a commerce-based subscription company that was first started by the TV personality Anthea Turner.
- [NewCold Has Been Expanding Across the UK](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/newcold-expanding-across-uk/): NewCold, the Advanced Cold Logistics company has been expanding quickly across the UK.
- [Total Attend the Commercial Vehicle Show](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/total-attended-commercial-vehicle-show-took-place/): TOTAL attended The Commercial Vehicle Show that took place at the NEC in Birmingham in April of this year.
- [Latest Member of XLProjects Has Been Introduced](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/latest-member-xlprojects-introduced/): The latest member of XLProjects has been introduced.
- [Pack2Go UAE Has Developed a High Level of Service Expertise](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/pack2go-uae-developed-high-level-service-expertise/): Pack2Go UAE is a company that has a number of decades’ experience in freight and logistics operations.
- [Ajusa Reveal They've Adopted the PACT Initiative](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/ajusa-uk-revealed-manged-adopt-pact-imitative/): Ajusa UK, the manufacturer of Original Equipment, or OE, quality engine parts manufacturer has revealed that they have managed to adopt the PACT initiative.
- [Flexi Training Expand Training Facility](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/flexi-training-ltd-announced-increased-training-facility/): In order to meet the demand of the increasing number of lift truck operators that are undertaking a range of different articulated forklift training courses, Flexi Training Ltd has announced that they have had to increase their training facility to more than double its original size.
- [UKWA Has Formed a Collaboration With Logistics Learning Alliance](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/ukwa-formed-collaboration-logistics-learning-alliance/): The United Kingdom Warehousing Association, or UKWA has formed a collaboration with Logistics Learning Alliance in order to develop a Warehouse Supervisor Certificate of Professional Competence.
- [Transport Logistic Are Holding Discussions in Munich](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/transport-logistic-holding-discussions-munich/): Transport Logistic is an internationally renowned fair that will be running this year between the 9th and 12th May.
- [Closure of the Footpath at Filton Abbey Wood Station](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-issues-reminder-closure-footpath-filton-abbey-wood-stationnetwork-rail-issues-a-reminder-about-the-closure-of-the-footpath-at-filton-abbey-wood-station/): Network Rail issued a reminder about the closure of the footpath between the carpark and the platforms at Filton Abbey Wood station.
- [First Safety Campaign Has Been Launched](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/first-safety-campaign-run-by-the-port-of-london-authority-has-been-launched/): The first safety campaign run by the Port of London Authority has been launched.
- [Fraikin Supply Waterlogic with new 19-vehicle Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/fraikin-supply-waterlogic-new-19-vehicle-fleet/): Fraikin has supplied Waterlogic with a fleet of 19 commercial vehicles as part of a full-service contract hire.
- [Cimcorp Supply new Picking Solution to Sinebrychoff](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/cimcorp-supply-new-picking-solution-sinebrychoff/): Cimcorp, the leading supplier of logistics automation Cimcorp has received an order from Sinebrychoff which is a subsidiary of the international brewing and beverage company Carlsberg.
- [Steve Stanton Joins Asset Alliance](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/steve-stanton-joins-asset-alliance-head-sales-total-traffic-management/): Steve Stanton has been appointed to the position of Head of Sales for Asset Alliance.
- [Exol Lubricants Joins PACT Platform](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/exol-lubricants-joins-pact-platform/): Exol Lubricants, the largest independent lubricants blender in the UK has begun to invest in electronic training.
- [Fastline Respond to Office of National Statistics](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/fastline-international-respond-office-national-statistics-july-figures/): The Office of National Statistics has released their official retail results for July.
- [BCA Riders Prepare for 400km Paris Challenge](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/bca-riders-prepare-400km-paris-challenge/): Riders gathered at the BCA Blackbushe earlier this week to take part in a 40km training ride around the nearby Surrey and Hampshire countryside ahead of the epic 400km Paris Challenge.
- [Expect Districbution Invests in Narrow Aisle Flexi Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/expect-districbution-invests-narrow-aisle-flexi-trucks/): Expect Distribution, the warehousing and storage company has high quality facilities located in Halifax and Bradford.
- [TruTac Announced That They Will Launch the CPT Daily Checks](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/trutac-announced-will-launch-cpt-daily-checks/): Commercial transport and software specialists, TruTac have announced that they will launch the CPT Daily Checks at the Coach & Bus Show UK.
- [Thrifty Car & Van Rental Named as ICFM Member](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/thrifty-car-van-rental-named-newest-member-icfm/): Thrifty Car & Van Rental has been named as the newest member of the ICFM Corporate Investor Programme.
- [Responded the Information Regarding to Brexit](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/british-international-freight-association-responded-information-regarding-brexit/): The British International Freight Association has responded to the new release of information in regards to Brexit.
- [Boughey Distribution Appointed a New Warehouse Operations Director](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/boughey-distribution-appointed-new-warehouse-operations-director/): Boughey Distribution has appointed a new Warehouse Operations Director.
- [Bibby Distribution Appoints New General Manager](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/bibby-distribution-appoints-new-general-manager/): One of the top ten providers of Logistics solutions in the UK, Bibby Distribution has announced that they have appointed a new General Manager for their award winning tanker operations team.
- [FTA Comments on New Government Brexit Paper](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fta-comments-new-government-brexit-paper/): On the 15th of August, the Government released their paper detailing their proposals for the trade and customs arrangements after Brexit.
- [Johnson Controls Batteries Joins IAAF](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/johnson-controls-batteries-joins-iaaf/): The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation, IAAF, has welcomed another supplier to their membership numbers.
- [DS Smith Tuxford Teaches Cycle Safety at School Fair](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/ds-smith-tuxford-teaches-cycle-safety-school-fair/): Last month a team from Logistics (Tuxford) attended a local school fair in order to teach the children there the importance of cycle safety.
- [BCA Belle Vue Manchester Beat Sales Record for 3rd Time](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bca-belle-vue-manchester-beat-sales-record-third-time-five-weeks/): The BCA Belle Vue in Manchester has broken the record for new volume sales for the third time in five weeks.
- [SEDNA Launches Three Year Research Project](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/sedna-launches-three-year-research-project-safety-arctic-voyages/): As part of the EU’s Horizon 2020 programme, a new three-year research project has been launched in order to explore the safety and efficiency of Arctic Ship operations.
- [Jaama Supports DVSA Earned Recognition Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/jaama-supports-dvsa-earned-recognition-scheme/): Jaama, provider of the UK’s leading fleet and asset management software solutions will be working with the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency, DVSA in order to support their Earned Recognition Scheme.
- [Davies Turner Expanding North America Freight Offering](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/davies-turner-expanding-north-america-freight-offering/): Davies Turner has been expanding their North American Freight services with the addition of a new oceanfreight which will be in operation between the UK and the USA.
- [TyreSafe Release Motorhome Tyre Maintenance Information](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/tyresafe-releases-new-motorhome-tyre-maintenance-information/): TyreSafe, the UK tyre maintenance charity, has released their new tyre guidance.
- [John O'Boyle Appointed Business Development Manager](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/john-oboyle-appointed-business-development-manager-bb-attachments/): B&B Attachments Ltd, the materials handling equipment distributor, has appointed a new Business Development Manager.
- [Fraikin Supply Fleet Vehicles to Dixson Haulage](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fraikin-supply-fleet-vehicles-dixson-haulage/): Dixson Haulage have taken delivery of their first vehicles from Fraikin.
- [Carrier Transicold NI Network Service Partner of the Year](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/carrier-transicold-northern-ireland-awarded-network-service-partner-year-2017/): Carrier Transicold Northern Ireland has been named at the Carrier Transicold UK’s Network Service Partner of the Year 2017.
- [Refuse Vehicle Solutions to Exhibit at RWM](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/refuse-vehicle-solutions-exhibit-rwm/): Refuse Vehicle Solutions Ltd, or RVS, will be celebrating their 6th year as an RWM exhibitor.
- [UKWA Suggests Working with HMRC post-Brexit Excise](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/ukwa-suggests-working-hmrc-post-brexit-excise-deal/): The United Kingdom Warehousing Association, or UKWA has published a Positioning Paper which outlines a number of different ways that the supply chain sector can work alongside Her Majesty’s Revenue & Customs, HMRC, in order to make sure post-Brexit excise legislation does not negatively impact legitimate logistics companies who are involved in the handling and movement of goods such as alcohol and tobacco.
- [Exol Lubricants Partner with GreenChem](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/exol-lubricants-partner-greenchem-supply-adblue/): Exol Lubricants has started out on a partnership with GreenChem which means that they will now be supplying AdBlue.
- [Midwest Motor Factors Sponsors Bilston F.C for Second year](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/midwest-motor-factors-sponsors-bilston-f-c-second-year/): Midwest Motor Factors has revealed that they will be continuing to support their local football team.
- [VWS Returning to the RWM after Successful Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/vws-returning-rwm-successful-year/): Vehicle Weighing Solutions Ltd, or VWS, will be returning this year to the RWM 2017.
- [FTA Advises on Future City Charges to Improve Air Quality](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/fta-advises-future-city-charges-restrictions-improve-air-quality/): In order to improve air quality, encourage the use of newer and more eco-friendly vehicles in more urban and built up areas, cities across the UK will be looking to increase charges on older HGVs and Vans.
- [Jaama Recruits new Employees as Company Expands](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/jaama-recruits-new-employees-company-expands/): Jaama, the leading software company for the fleet and asset management industry has recruited six new employees.
- [TruTac launching Product at Coach & Bus UK Show](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/trutac-will-launching-new-product-coach-bus-uk-show/): TruTac has announced the launch of a brand-new product.
- [Narrow Aisle Ltd Has Been Selected by Crown Paints](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/narrow-aisle-ltd-selected-crown-paints/): Narrow Aisle Ltd has been selected by Crown Paints, who has invested in their fleet with the purchase of seven articulated forklift trucks.
- [Welsh Ports Vital to Success of British Trading in the Future](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/welsh-ports-considered-vital-success-british-trading-future/): Welsh ports are considered to be vital for the success of British trading in the future.
- [Ubico Awarded Contract to Refuse Vehicle Solutions](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/ubico-ltd-has-awarded-a-maintenance-contract-to-refuse-vehicle-solutions-ltd/): Ubico Ltd, the environmental services company has awarded a maintenance contract to Refuse Vehicle Solutions Ltd.
- [Working Towards Operations More Sustainable](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/companies-working-towards-making-operations-sustainable/): Over the last few years, companies have been working towards making their operations more sustainable and environmentally friendly.
- [Palletline London Team Managed to Pass Their Annual Audit](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/palletline-london-team-managed-to-pass-their-annual-audit/): Palletline London team have successfully managed to pass their annual audit. The annual check has been carried out for the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme.
- [SG Fleet Has Become the First Vehicle Leasing Specialist](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/sg-fleet-become-first-vehicle-leasing-specialist/): SG Fleet has become the first Vehicle leasing Specialist to become a part of the ICFM Corporate Investor Programme.
- [IAG Cargo Published Q2 Results Last Week](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/iag-cargo-published-q2-2017-results-last-week/): IAG Cargo published their Q2 2017 results last week.
- [Fiege Excited about Development of a Logistics Technology Accelerator](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fiege-expressed-excitement-regarding-development-logistics-technology-accelerator/): Last Week, Fiege expressed their excitement regarding the development of a Logistics Technology Accelerator.
- [Innovative Safety Systems Moving to New Premises](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/innovative-safety-systems-ltd-moving-new-larger-premises/): A developer of vehicle safety technology, Innovative Safety Systems Ltd, will be moving to new and larger premises in order to continue with their growth plans.
- [Roadlink International Sponsoring Truck Racing Team](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/roadlink-international-announced-that-they-will-be-sponsoring-a-truck-racing-team/): Roadlink International, the supplier of truck, trailer, bus and off highway components have announced that they will be sponsoring a Truck racing team.
- [Krone Trailers Supplied Lifting & Sliding Door Profi Liner Curtainsiders](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/krone-trailers-has-supplied-three-lifting-and-sliding-door-krone-profi-liner-curtainsiders/): Krone Trailers has supplied three of their lifting and sliding door Krone Profi Liner curtainsiders to a Wetherby based company.
- [Blue Tree Systems Received GAMP 5 Approval](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/blue-tree-systems-received-gamp-5-approval-crest-solutions/): Blue Tree Systems has received GAMP 5 approval from Crest Solutions.
- [Kimberly Karlshoej Will Be Stepping Down](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/kimberly-karlshoej-announced-that-she-will-be-stepping-down/): Kimberly Karlshoej has announced that she will be stepping down from her role as the head of the charity arm of the International Transport Workers’ Federation.
- [Team Oliver Racing Headed to Donington Park Race Circuit](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/team-oliver-racing-headed-to-donington-park-race-circuit/): Last weekend, the 22nd and 23rd of July, Team Oliver Racing headed to Donington Park race circuit for the most recent meeting.
- [Konecranes Supplies Hybrid Truck for Contargo Company](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/konecranes-supplies-hybrid-truck-contargo-company/): Duisburg Intermodal Terminal, or DIT, has integrated a new vehicle into their operations.
- [Flexi Warehouse Support KP Snack Manufacturers](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/flexi-warehouse-systems-offer-support-kp-snack-manufacturers/): The manufacturer and distributor of a range of popular snacks in the UK has adopted new warehouse operating systems in order to deal with the increase of capacity and to better organise and manage the logistics at one of the company’s sites.
- [Expansion of Logistics Lighting Solutions](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/expansion-logistics-lighting-solutions/): The Leicester based lighting solution provider, Ecolighting has announced that their range of product are now available for sale online.
- [Omega, workshop & equipment wholesaler Joins IAAF](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/omega-tools-joined-constantly-expanding-independent-automotive-aftermarket-federation/): Omega Tools, the workshop tools and equipment wholesaler has joined the constantly expanding Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation, or IAAF.
- [Schmitz Cargobull Managed to Help FCL Events Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/schmitz-cargobull-managed-help-fcl-events-logistics/): Schmitz Cargobull has managed to help FCL Events Logistics halve their pan-European operations costs.
- [Cloudbass Has Signed a New Deal With ATS Euromaster](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/cloudbass-signed-new-deal-ats-euromaster/): Cloudbass, the specialist broadcast solutions company has signed a new deal with ATS Euromaster.
- [Hey Severn Crossing Toll Charges Will Be Scrapped](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/hey-severn-crossing-toll-charges-will-scrapped/): Last week, on the 20th of July, it was announced that hey Severn crossing toll charges will be scrapped.
- [IAAF Approve Number of the Amendment](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/iaaf-approved-number-amendments-made/): The Independent Automotive Aftermarket, or IAAF, has approved of a number of the amendments that have been made by the European Parliament’s Internal Market and Consumer Protection committee.
- [Coach & Bus UK – you don’t want to miss it!](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/coach-bus-uk-dont-want-miss/): The start of this year’s Coach & Bus UK is just a few weeks away and all the signs are pointing to a bumper edition of the UK’s leading trade show for the coach, bus and mini vehicle exhibition.
- [Davis Turner Expanded Their Regional Distribution Centre](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/davis-turner-expanded-their-regional-distribution-centre/): Davis Turner has expanded their regional distribution centre located in Cumbernauld.
- [Government Continued Negotiations for Brexit](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/government-continued-negotiations-brexit/): Last week, at the Government continued negotiations for Brexit, the Freight Transport Association has said that they feel the logistics sector is one again being overlooked during planning to leave the European Union.
- [Vacu-Lug Launched Their Own Fleet Manger App](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/vacu-lug-launched-fleet-manger-app/): Vacu-Lug has launched their own fleet manager app in order to provide a service for customers that will help them get remote access to their vehicle data.
- [Research Suggests Speed Limits Are Too High](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/quartix-ltd-carried-research-suggests-speed-limits-high-roads/): Quartix Ltd, the telematics system, software and analysis company has carried out research that suggests that the speed limit on some rural roads across the country are too high.
- [Walker Logistics Given Task of Transporting C-47 Plane](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/walker-logistics-given-unique-task-transporting-c-47-plane/): Walker Logistics has been given the unique task of transporting a C-47 plane back to an airfield in Membury.
- [Carrier Transicold UK Released a New Guidebook](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/carrier-transicold-uk-released-new-guidebook/): Carrier Transicold UK has released a new guidebook that has been created in order to help with the updates to European legislation that can impact the transport refrigeration industry.
- [TCS&D New Products and Developments](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tcsd-new-products-developments-expected-main-focus/): At this year’s TCS&D, new products and developments are expected to be the main focus.
- [Toolstation Has Commissioned a New Livery for Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/toolstation-commissioned-new-livery-fleet/): Toolstation has commissioned a new livery for their fleet.
- [Second Set of Brexit Talk Took Place on Monday](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/second-set-brexit-talk-took-place-monday-17th-july/): The second set of Brexit talks took place on Monday the 17th of July, however there Freight Transport Association says that the discussions need to take place with more speed in order to make up for the time that was lost because of the General Election.
- [Polymer Praised Tesco For Delivering Fresh Fruit to Children](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/polymer-logistics-has-praised-tesco-for-their-work-to-deliver-free-fresh-fruit-to-children/): Polymer Logistics has praised Tesco for their work to deliver free fresh fruit to Children.
- [WAIglobal Presented a Collection of New Products](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/waiglobal-presented-collection-new-products/): WAIglobal presented a collection of new products as well as unique company promotions at the Automechanika Birmingham 2017.
- [WAIglobal Release Selection of Rotating Electrics Products](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/waiglobal-have-released-a-selection-of-new-rotating-electrics-products/): WAIglobal have released a selection of new rotating electrics products.
- [Robert Kukla GmbH Launch Subsidiary in the UK](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/robert-kukla-gmbh-launched-subsidiary-uk/): Robert Kukla GmbH is known for being one of the leading freight forwarders across Europe.
- [TOTAL Has Launched the RUBIA GAS 7M 15W-40](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/total-launched-rubia-gas-7m-15w-40/): TOTAL, the globally integrated energy producer and provider, has launched the RUBIA GAS 7M 15W-40 featuring the most up to date Cumins CES 20085.
- [Handle orders digitally on the TimoCom transport platform](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/handle-orders-digitally-timocom-transport-platform/): TimoCom implements its new application TC Transport Order® Erkrath, Germany, 2017-07-12 – The IT service provider TimoCom has enhanced Europe's largest transport platform with yet another application!
- [Howard Tenens Will be Working With TruTAc & CMS Supatrak](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/howard-tenens-released-news-will-working-trutac-cms-supatrak/): One of the leading logistics companies have announced that they will be investing in the most up to date compliance tools and technology in order to help and support their company going forward.
- [Freight Transport Association : National Audit Office](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/freight-transport-association-reacted-publication-national-audit-office/): The Freight Transport Association, or the FTA, has reacted to the publication of the National Audit Office report which explores the Customs Declaration Service programme.
- [Axis Fleet Management Invest in IVECO Heavy Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/axis-fleet-management-released-news-investment-new-iveco-heavy-trucks/): Axis Fleet Management has released news of an investment into new IVECO heavy trucks.
- [TOTAL Lubricants Release of Their New Fuel Additive](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/total-lubricants-announced-release-new-fuel-additive/): TOTAL Lubricants has announced the release of their new fuel additive.
- [Exol Lubricants Reveal Annual Golf Day Was a Success](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/exol-lubricants-revealed-annual-golf-day-success/): Exol Lubricants has revealed that their Annual Golf Day was a success.
- [Industrial Water Systems Appoints Vacu-Lug Traction Tyres](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/industrial-water-systems-appointed-vacu-lug-traction-tyres/): Industrial Water Jetting Systems, IWJS, a national waste water management and provider of high-pressure water jetting services has recently appointed Vacu-Lug Traction Tyres in order to deliver a comprehensive tyre management system and husbandry service for the UK vehicle fleet.
- [United Kingdom Warehousing Association Released News of a New Membership](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/united-kingdom-warehousing-association-released-news-new-membership/): The United Kingdom Warehousing Association has released news of a new membership category.
- [Planned Date for Britain Leaving the EU](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/planned-date-britain-leaving-eu/): With 2019 fast approaching, the planned date for Britain leaving the European Union, businesses are trying to establish safeguards and plans that will allow their companies to remain open.
- [Journal of Transport and Health Has Published a Paper](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/journal-transport-health-published-paper/): The Journal of Transport and Health has published a paper that look into the potential health impacts of 64 different transport policy measures that has been implemented.
- [Balsam Hill Appointed Walker Logistics for the Management](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/balsam-hill-appointed-walker-logistics-management/): One of the largest online retailers in the world for realistic artificial Christmas trees, Balsam Hill, has appointed Walker Logistics for the management of part of its UK supply chain for the 2017 season.
- [Association of Buk Terminal Operators Has New Member](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/association-buk-terminal-operators-gained-new-full-member/): Association of Buk Terminal Operators, or ABTO has gained a new full member. ABP Humber has managed to join ABTO as a full member.
- [Jaama Being Used In Oder to Help Truck Fleets](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/jaama-used-oder-help-truck-fleets/): Jaama is being used in order to help truck fleets comply with the updated and stricter roadside inspections that are being carried out by the Driver and Vehicle Standard Agency.
- [Website Launched for the Institute of Car Fleet Management](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/new-website-launched-for-the-institute-of-car-fleet-management/): A new website has been launched for the Institute of Car Fleet Management.
- [Norse Waste Solutions Installed Fleet Bin-Weighing Equipment](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/norse-waste-solutions-installed-bin-weighing-equipment-in-their-fleet/): Norse Waste Solutions have installed bin-weighing equipment in their fleet around Norfolk.
- [MAHLE Aftermarket Provided Technical Training](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/mahle-aftermarket-provided-technical-training-at-automechanika/): MAHLE Aftermarket has provided technical training at Automechanika Birmingham to the visiting crowds.
- [Trailerlock Experiencing High Demand](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/trailerlock-announced-that-they-are-experiencing-high-demand-for-their-locking-devices/): Trailerlock, known for being the only importer and distributor of patented protection systems that are suitable for use on the cargo compartments of rigids and semi-trailers have announced that they are experiencing a high demand for their locking devices.
- [FTA Announced Support for the Governments New Transport](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/freight-transport-association-announced-support-governments-new-transport/): The Freight Transport Association has announced their support for the Government’s new transport investment plan.
- [Figures Shows Average Value of Light Commercial Vehicle](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/bca-announced-figures-shows-average-value-light-commercial-vehicle/): BCA, the car auction company has announced figures which shows the average value of light commercial vehicle values have remained stable throughout June.
- [Valeo Service Announced Campaign in the UK](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/valeo-service-announced-launched-campaign-uk/): Valeo Service has announced that they have launched a campaign in the UK That will explore the number of different key benefits of their commercial vehicle clutch friction material.
- [Quartix Recognised as Part of Megabuyte Quoted25](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/quartix-recognised-part-megabuyte-quoted25/): Quartix, the popular vehicle tracking system specialists has been recognised as a part of the Megabuyte Quoted25.
- [CM Downton Lent Their Hard Work to a Project](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/cm-downton-lent-hard-work-project-gloucestershire/): CM Downton, the specialist transport company has lent their hard work to a project in Gloucestershire for the popular TV Program DIY SOS; The Big Build.
- [Transway Spares Announce They Will be Offering Same-Day Delivery](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/transway-spares-announced-that-they-will-be-offering-a-same-day-delivery/): Transway Spares have announced that they will be offering a same-day delivery for all of the fast moving Krone parts to Dublin.
- [AV Dawson Held a Charity Rail Event to Celebrate Their Growth](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/av-dawson-held-a-charity-rail-event-to-celebrate-their-growth/): AV Dawson held a charity rail event in order to celebrate their growth in the Teesside region.
- [New Tyres Fitted to Heavy Truck Fleet Cut Operational Costs](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/new-tyres-fitted-heavy-truck-fleet-cut-operational-costs/): New tyres have been fitted to a heavy truck fleet in order to cut operational costs.
- [InterCor European Project With Involvement of France](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/intercor-european-project-taking-place-involvement-france/): InterCor is a European project that is taking place with the involvement of France, the Netherlands, UK and Belgium.
- [LDV Released Confirmation of Strong Sales Figures](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/ldv-released-confirmation-strong-sales-figures/): LDV has released confirmation of the strong sales figures for their custom-built mini buses.
- [Highways England Working Towards Simplifying Fleet Administration](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/highways-england-working-towards-simplifying-administration-fleet/): Highways England have been working towards simplifying the administration for their fleet at Dartford Crossing.
- [Allied Bakeries; More Than 940 Trucks and Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/allied-bakeries-has-a-fleet-of-more-than-940-trucks-and-trailers/): Allied Bakeries has a fleet of more than 940 trucks and trailers.
- [Williamson Foodservice Recently Added Two DAF Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/williamson-foodservice-recently-added-two-daf-trucks/): Williamson Foodservice have recently added two DAF trucks to their fleet.
- [ACS&T Logistics Has Added 13 New Trailers to Their Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/acst-logistics-has-added-13-new-trailers-to-their-fleet/): ACS&T Logistics, a subsidiary of the international group Camellia Plc, has added 13 new trailers to their fleet with the assistance of Carrier Transicold.
- [Freight Transport Association Has Issued a Warning](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/freight-transport-association-has-issued-a-warning/): The Freight Transport Association has issued a warning about how the lack or a reduction of workers from the European Union could have a damaging impact on the freight and logistics sector.
- [Bill Laidlaw Appointed LDV Dealer Development Manager](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/bill-laidlaw-appointed-dealer-development-manager-ldv/): Bill Laidlaw has been appointed as the Dealer Development Manager for the LDV in the UK.
- [BCA Release Strong September Figures](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bca-release-strong-september-figures/): BCA have recorded an increase in the average car value from their figures in September.
- [FTA Promotes Use of Waterways for Distribution](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/fta-promotes-use-waterways-distribution/): There is more than 4,000 miles of inland waterways located through the manufacturing heartlands of the Midlands down to the country’s southern coasts.
- [FTA Transport Manager 2017 Autumn Conference Series](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fta-transport-manager-2017-autumn-conference-series/): The Freight Transport Association’s Transport Manager autumn conference series has had a successful start.
- [Freight Transport Association Fleet Engineer Conference](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/freight-transport-association-fleet-engineer-conference/): The benefits and challenges of Truck Platooning is expected to be one of the key topics looked at during the Freight Transport Association Fleet Engineer Conference that takes place next Month.
- [Motors.co.uk Shortlisted for DADI Award](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/motors-co-uk-shortlisted-dadi-award-2017/): Motors.co.uk has been shortlisted for a DADI Award 2017.
- [Hansford Construction Expands Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/hansford-construction-expands-fleet/): Hansford Construction will be benefiting from a new 8.2m light steel half-pipe tipper trailer which offers a greater amount of safety and efficiency to the company when operations are being carried out in busy quarry environments.
- [TOTAL Launches Truck Solutions Platform](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/total-launches-truck-solutions-platform/): TOTAL already offers the widest, high quality ranges of lubricants for commercial vehicles across the world in the form of the RUBIA brand range.
- [FTA Publish Conditions for Smooth No Deal Brexit](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-publish-conditions-smooth-no-deal-brexit/): This week it has made the headlines that Prime Minister Theresa May and her government have been making preparations for the possible outcome that Britain could walk away from talks with the EU without a trade deal.
- [Masabi Launch Account Based Ticketing Capabilities](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/masabi-launch-account-based-ticketing-capabilities/): Masabi has revealed Account-Based Ticketing capabilities on the Justride Platform at the APTA Expo 2017.
- [AV Dawson Invest in Site to Prepare for Future Growth](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/av-dawson-invest-site-prepare-future-growth/): AV Dawson, the North East based logistics specialist has announced that they will be investing in their already award winning steel hub.
- [New Modern Recruitment Solution Developed](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-modern-recruitment-solution-developed/): Vidu was founded by Nicky Jones, who felt that the traditional logistics industry recruitment process is a tired, costly and time consuming system that is outdated and in need of significant overhaul.
- [LPR Drop Point Survey Results Released](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/lpr-drop-point-survey-results-released/): The results from the annual LPR Drop Point Survey have been released. The scores illustrate that satisfaction levels are increasing.
- [Michelin Solutions Contract Extension for XPO](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/michelin-solutions-contract-extension-xpo-logistics-fleet-maintenance/): XPO Logistics has awarded a major contract to Michelin solutions.
- [Lenham Storage Adopts Tru Tac's TruControl](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/lenham-storage-adopts-tru-tacs-trucontrol/): The ambient grocery and beverage warehousing and distribution specialists, Lenham Storage has said that they have experienced a range of unexpected additional benefits since adopting the TruControl System offered by TruTac.
- ['Big Data' Significant Impact on Fleet & Travel Management](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/big-data-significant-impact-fleet-travel-management/): Fleet Management and Travel Management are merging rapidly as ‘big data’ and technology drive the industries forward as a way of forming the Business Mobility-as-a-Service, or BMaaS.
- [FTA Ireland Holding Semiar to Help Resolve Brexit Challenges](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-ireland-holding-semiar-to-help-resolve-brexit-challenges/): FTA Ireland is known for being the most active and most vocal membership associate in the Republic of Ireland’s logistics sector.
- [Walker Logistics Ltd Wins Logistics Award](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/walker-logistics-ltd-wins-logistics-award/): Walker Logistics, the rapidly expanding supply chain solutions specialist has announced that they have recently received their second major industry award of the year.
- [TRL Develop New Blind Spot Simulator Rig](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/trl-develop-new-blind-spot-simulator-rig/): TRL has successfully developed a unique piece of technology that uses virtual reality in order to offer an innovative blind spot simulator rig.
- [Air Partner Emergency Planning Division, Increased Enquiries](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-partner-emergency-planning-division-sees-increase-enquiries/): Air Partner’s Emergency Planning Division has experienced a 200% increase in enquiries recently due to the adverse weather conditions that were experienced last month.
- [FTA Joins a Welsh Working Group to Ensure Efficient Logistics after Brexit](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fta-joins-welsh-working-group-ensure-efficient-logistics-brexit/): The UK leaves the European Union in less than 18 months.
- [FTA Calls for new Freight Commissioner](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fta-calls-new-freight-commissioner/): The Freight Transport Association, FTA, has announced that they are renewing their call for a new Freight Commissioner for London.
- [Steven Eagell Renew Partnership with BCA](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/steven-eagell-renew-partnership-bca-another-year/): Steven Eagell has revealed that they will be renewing their exclusive remarketing partnership with BCA for another year.
- [IAAF Third Industry Briefing](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/iaaf-third-industry-briefing/): The Independent Automotive Aftermarket, IAAF has hosted their latest Industry Briefing at Haynes International Motor Museum in Yeovil on Thursday 21st September.
- [Stannah Saves Money with FSGB Fleet Management](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/stannah-saves-money-fsgb-fleet-management/): Stannah, the UK’s leading independent supplier of lift products supplying goods as diverse as loading systems, service lifts, platform lifts, home lifts and stairlifts has been outsourcing the maintenance management of their now 410-strong van fleet to Fleet Service Great Britain.
- [The FIAG Autumn 2017 Workshop](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fiag-autumn-2017-workshop/): The Fleet Industry Advisory Group, FIAG, has made their final call for those interested in attending the autumn 2017 workshop.
- [Lesjöfors Springs Acquires new Distribution Facility](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/lesjofors-springs-acquires-new-distribution-facility/): Lesjöfors Automotive manufactures a wide range of springs to be used in the automotive aftermarket.
- [Bis Henderson Recruitment Make Four new Appointments](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/bis-henderson-recruitment-make-four-new-appointments/): Bis Henderson Recruitment has announced that they have made four key appointments in order to support the company's expansion plans.
- [Government Must Investment in British Ports](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/government-must-prioritise-investment-british-ports/): The winds of change are blowing through the boughs of UK industry with greater urgency than they have in decades.
- [Compliance with TfL’s Driver Vision Standard for HGV’s](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/compliance-with-tfls-driver-vision-standard-for-hgvs/): With more than forty years’ experience of repairing HGV’s, Buses, Railway Rolling Stock and a variety of other equipment it was only natural that on announcement of TfL’s Standard, Truck Align London Ltd took up the challenge to design a truck door window to assist with compliance.
- [Rocksoff Gravel Limited Add Loadmac Forklift to Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/rocksoff-gravel-limited-add-loadmac-forklift-fleet/): Rocksoff Gravel Limited, a supplier of aggregate and gravel operating from West Lothian has added to their fleet with a brand-new Loadmac 825iSR truck mounted forklift.
- [Freight Transport Association Welcome Transition Period](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/freight-transport-association-welcome-call-brexit-transition-period/): The latest stage of Brexit negotiation has been taking place this week and the Freight Transport Association, FTA, has been welcomed the proposal made public by Theresa May for a two-year transition period.
- [AJ Brunt Receive a new Stepframe from Andover Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/aj-brunt-recieve-new-stepframe-andover-trailers/): AJ Brunt Ltd has successfully taken delivery of a new tri-axle step frame trailer that has been supplied by Andover Trailers.
- [NewCold Advanced Cold Logistics Met Demand](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/newcold-advanced-cold-logistics-met-demand-keep-energy-usage-low/): NewCold Advanced Cold Logistics has been working to deliver specialist warehousing and logistical services for a growing number of frozen food producers throughout the UK.
- [Fastline Comment on US Tariff on Bombardier C Series](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fastline-comment-us-tariff-bombardier-c-series/): The US Government has made the decision to impose a 220% tariff on the Bombardier C series jet recently.
- [Exterior Lighting Boosts Safety and Security](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/exterior-lighting-boosts-safety-and-security/): With the nights drawing in, and the clock set to go back at the end of October, it is clear that summer for this year is definitely over.
- [The Federation of Engine Manufacturing AGM](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/federation-engine-manufacturing-agm/): Earlier this week, The Federation of Engine Remanufacturers announced that their Annual General Meeting, or AGM will take place on Saturday the 7th October.
- [Colin Turkington BTCC Championship Finale](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/colin-turkington-btcc-championship-finale/): Colin Turkington will be travelling to the 2017 Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship which will be taking place at brands hatch this weekend.
- [BITO LEO (Locative driverless internal system) in Production](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/bito-leo-production/): BITO’s LEO Locative driverless internal transport system has successfully passed the test phase of the launch.
- [Ogilvie Group Acquires Active Auto Solutions](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/ogilvie-group-acquires-active-auto-solutions/): Ogilvie Group, the parent company of the Ogilvie Fleet has recently acquired a privately-owned Active Auto Solutions.
- [DuPont Solutions Announce Recycling Service](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/dupont-protection-solutions-announces-courtesy-recycling-service/): DuPont Protection Solutions, the global leader in products and solutions to protect people, structures and the environment, have announced that they are adding to their sustainability and environmental commitment with a new recycling service.
- [Parcel Hero Pleased With Theresa May's Brexit Proposal](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/parcel-hero-pleased-theresa-mays-brexit-proposal-florence/): Last Week, Prime Minister Theresa May gave a speech in to the European Union leaders at a gathering in Florence.
- [FTA Comment on Mayor of London Safety Proposals](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-comment-mayor-london-safety-proposals/): Last week, on the 22nd of September, The Mayor of London announced that the latest version of his safety proposals tailored to the use of HGVs could be a significant step for safety in the capital city.
- [Kalmar Launch New Kalmar Key Platform](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/kalmar-launch-new-kalmar-key-platform/): Kalmar has introduced a Kalmar Key, which is an initiative to improve the terminal industry’s first automations platform with open interfaces.
- [FTA Comments on DfT Report into Longer Semi-Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fta-comments-department-transport-report-longer-semi-trailers/): The Freight Transport Association, or FTA has commented on a report that was released yesterday, on the 21st September by the Department for Transport.
- [BCA Release August Figures and Analysis](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bca-release-august-figures-analysis/): In August, BCA recorded a fall in in the average value of light commercial vehicles. This activity is the first monthly fall in the headline figure since April.
- [Davies Turner Recruits New Apprentices](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/davies-turner-recruits-new-apprentices/): The largest independent freight forwarding company in the UK, Davies Turner & Co Ltd has announced that they have further expanded their workforce with the addition of 12 A-Level school leavers and graduates.
- [UKWA Collaborates with Evenbreak to Promote Diverse](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/ukwa-collaborates-evenbreak-to-promote-diverse-employment/): The United Kingdom Warehousing Association has announced that they will be working with Evenbreak, the not-for-profit social enterprise.
- [The AA Upgrade to the Panasonic Toughpad FZ-G1](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/the-aa-upgrade-to-the-panasonic-toughpad-fz-g1/): The AA recently took the decision to update the mobile technology they use for their 3,000 patrols in order to improve both communications and customer service.
- [RGVA Release Vehicle Wrapping Guide](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/rgva-release-vehicle-wrapping-guide/): RGVA has created a free guide to vinyl wrapping with the intention of saving companies thousands of pounds and making sure that they know what to look out for to avoid sub-standard livery applications as well as a low standard of workmanship.
- [Ogilvie Fleet Ears Two more Technology Awards](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/ogilvie-fleet-ears-two-awards-fleet-technology-awards/): Ogilvie Fleet has earned two trophies at the awards for BusinessCar.
- [Stoneridge Electronics Manufactures Millionth Tachograph](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/stoneridge-electronics-manufactures-millionth-tachograph/): Stoneridge Electronics have manufactured their one millionth digital tachograph.
- [Jaama Release New 'My Vehicle App'](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/jaama-release-new-vehicle-app/): Jaama, the Fleet innovation focused company has announced the release of a new smartphone app which is expected to transform the fleet management.
- [Build Up to Steve Hanshaw International Gold Cup](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/build-steve-hanshaw-international-gold-cup-23rd-24th-september/): The Oliver’s Mount racing team are in preparation for the Steve Henshaw International Gold Cup which will take place on the 23rd and 24th of September.
- [Davies Turner Avonmouth Facilities Progress](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/davies-turner-avonmouth-facilities-progress/): Davies Turner have been making progress on their new Distribution Centre, located in Central Park at Avonmouth in Bristol.
- [AQ Skin Solutions Chooses Walker Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/aq-skin-solutions-chooses-walker-logistics/): AQ Skin Solutions works to produce skin care and cosmetic product with a high price point.
- [IAAF Conference to take place at The Players’ suite](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/2017-iaaf-conference-focus/): The IAAF Conference is set to take place this year at The Players’ suite at the Double Tree by Hilton, Milton Keynes on Thursday the 7th December 2017.
- [BCA Auction Sir Bradley Wiggins Sporthome](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bca-auction-sir-bradley-wiggins-sporthome-bca-team-set-paris-challenge/): BCA will be offering a unique opportunity to buyers on the 21st of September.
- [Tiger Launch New Rail Freight Service Tiger Rail](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/tiger-launch-new-rail-freight-service-tiger-rail/): Tigers has announced the launch of a new rail freight service.
- [Oakland International Adopt Flexi Solutions at New Site](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/oakland-international-adopt-flexi-solutions-new-site/): The third party logistics company, Oakland International focuses on offering ambient, chilled and frozen storage facilities to be used for food storage and distribution.
- [IFLN Global Projects Network Development](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ifln-global-projects-network-development/): The International Freight Logistics Network, or IFLN is a global organisation of freight forwarders and logistics companies that is headquartered in Houston Texas.
- [Team Oliver Results from Snetterton](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/team-oliver-results-snetterton/): The 9th and 10th of September saw the latest round of the British Truck Racing Championship.
- [Commercial Components win MAHLE F1 Grand Prix](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/commercial-components-win-mahle-british-f1-grand-prix-promotion/): MAHLE, the leading international development partner and supplier for the automotive industry revealed Commercial Components to be the winner of their recent promotion.
- [Valeo Service New Sensors and New Range Release](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/valeo-service-new-sensors-new-range-release/): Valeo Service has announced that they will be continuing with the expansion of their wide product portfolio.
- [Activa Launches Redesigned Website](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/activa-launches-redesigned-website/): The vehicle leasing and fleet management company, Activa has announced a freshly redesigned website which includes a range of functionality and features which will help to improve the approach of their consultants as well as delivering a better service and vehicle and driver management solution.
- [Fleet Industry Aviation Group Autumn Workshop 2017](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/fleet-industry-aviation-group-autumn-workshop-2017/): The Fleet Industry Advisory Group, or FIAG, will be holding their Autumn Workshop 2017 on Thursday 19th October 2017.
- [Walsall Council Adopts TruTac TruControl](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/walsall-council-adopts-trutac-trucontrol/): Walsall Council has made the change to TruTac’s TruControl software following a review of their tachograph analysis.
- [UTA Fuel Cards Improved Security Functions](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/uta-fuel-cards-improved-security-functions/): UTA have made improvements to the security of their fuel cards. With a range of added and improved functions, Union Tank Eckstein GmbH & Co.
- [FTA Warns Against Plans Laid out in Leaked Gov Document](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-warns-plans-laid-leaked-government-document/): The proposals that have been leaked from the Home Office last week, expressing the intention to limit the number of low skilled workers permitted to enter the UK after Brexit has caused concern for a range of different sectors, the logistics sector included.
- [Brake Engineering Raise Money for Little Princess Trust](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/emma-turnbull-brake-engineering-raises-money-little-princess-trust/): The Marketing Support & Communications Coordinator for Brake Engineering is raising money for The Little Princess Trust with a charity Hair Chop.
- [BIMCO and GSF Release SERVICECON Video](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/bimco-gsf-release-servicecon-video/): The Global Shippers’ Forum and BIMCO have released a video that has been jointly produced by both organisations and illustrates their readymade standard service contract.
- [Sphero Renamed Under Valeo Thermal Commercial Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/sphero-renamed-valeo-thermal-commercial-vehicles/): Sphero was first acquired by Valeo in March 2016. Now the company will be operating under the Valeo Thermal Commercial Vehicles.
- [Valeo Release New Catalogue](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/valeo-release-new-catalogue/): Valeo has released their new 2017/2018 edition of the clutch PC LCV catalogue that is dedicated to the independent aftermarket.
- [Dematic and AutoStore Sign Global Agreement](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/dematic-autostore-sign-global-agreement/): Dematic has recently announced that they have signed a global agreement with AutoStore®.
- [Brake Engineering Launch New Brake Calipers](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/brake-engineering-launch-new-brake-calipers/): Brake Engineering has released eight new brake calipers this month.
- [Air Partner to exhibition at Offshore Europe event](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-partner-offshore-europe/): Air Partner has recently announced that they will have an exhibition at the Offshore Europe event again this year.
- [ICFM Big Data Masterclass](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/icfm-big-data-masterclass/): ICFM will be holding their third Masterclass on Tuesday the 3rd October.
- [STI Freight Management Expands LTL Service](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/sti-freight-management-expands-ltl-service/): STI Freight Management is looking to grow their less-than-truckload, or LTL transport services.
- [Are Drones Really a Reality for Logistics and Transport?](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/drones-really-reality-logistics-transport/): Drone technology itself has been around for quite some time now, but has so far yet to make a real impact on the delivery world.
- [Dangerous goods come in all shapes and packages](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/dangerous-goods-come-shapes-packages/): Whether you’re a shipper, manufacturer, freight forwarder, cargo handler or airline, IATA’s Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) manual is your primary source of information for shipping dangerous goods by air.
- [ParcelHero Urges Age Verification e-commerce](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/parcelhero-urges-improvement-age-verification-e-commerce/): ParcelHero has released a statement urging change to the way age verification is carried out.
- [Jack Cartwright Joins Family Business Tiger Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/jack-cartwright-joins-family-business-tiger-trailers/): Jack Cartwright has become the fourth generation of the Cartwright family to join Tiger Trailers.
- [Air Partner Hit the Back of the Net : Sports Operations Increase](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-partner-hit-back-net-sports-related-operations-increase/): As the new football season get well underway, and International teams compete for places in the Russia 2018 World Cup finals, Air Partner, the international aviation services group has announced that they have complete 79 football-related flights to date in 2017.
- [Michelin Comments on Tyre Management Solutions](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/michelin-comments-tyre-management-solutions/): Michelin has released figures that suggests more than 42% of truck fleets in the UK, that operate 51 or more vehicles are still purchasing their tyres on a transactional basis as opposed to managing their tyres in-house.
- [Baines Simmons Awarded Contract with EDA](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/baines-simmons-awarded-contract-eda/): Baines Simmons, the aviation safety consultants have been awarded a contract to deliver their consultancy and training expertise to the European Defence Agency, the EDA.
- [Gerry Jones Transport Installs new Michelin Tyres](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/gerry-jones-transport-installs-new-michelin-tyres/): A haulage company based in Gwent, Gerry Transport, is among the first to fit the new range of Michelin Tyres.
- [JJX Logistics Aquires new Flexi VNA Forklifts](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/jjx-logistics-aquires-new-flexi-vna-forklifts/): The fast freight specialist company, JJX Logistics, has acquired a selection of Flexi VNA electric articulated forklift trucks.
- [Fraikin Has Released new Information Booklets](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fraikin-released-new-information-booklets/): Fraikin has published the first in a new series of literature aimed to help commercial vehicle operators remain up-to-date with important issues regarding legislation and the technological changes which could then impact the road transport industry.
- [Drone legislation in the UK: What you needs to know](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/drone-legislation-uk-business-needs-know/): In the right hands, drones are providing us with eyes in the sky and a view that hasn’t been so accessibly easy to obtain ever before.
- [Air Partner Complete Time Critical Logistics Operation](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/air-partner-complete-time-critical-logistics-operation/): Global aviation services group., Air Partner has announced that they have carried out a time critical lift of 3,044 kg to Stockholm.
- [McCaffrey Chooses MAN Truck & Bus](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/mccaffrey-chooses-man-truck-bus/): McCaffrey Transport has been supplied with a new tractor unit and an XXL cab from MAN Truck & Bus UK.
- [Ecolighting and the Importantce of Proper Warehouse Lighting Solutions](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/ecolighting-importantce-proper-warehouse-lighting-solutions/): Ecolighting has been working to raise awareness in regards to the cost of lighting.
- [BCA Releases July Figures](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bca-releases-july-figures/): BCA have reported that the average value of light commercial vehicles passing through their auctions has risen over the course of July.
- [Release of the July Quarterly Transport Activity Survey](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/release-july-quarterly-transport-activity-survey/): The Freight Transport Association has announced that the industry is still lacking enough skilled drivers.
- [ADLV new Board Members](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/adlv-new-board-members/): A number of new appointments have been made to the board for the Association for Driving License Verification, or ADLV.
- [TRL Commissioned to carry out Truck Platooning Trial](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/trl-commissioned-carry-truck-platooning-trial/): The Department for Transport and Highways England have commissioned the first real-world operational trial of platooning vehicles on UK roads.
- [FTA Comments on Possible new Truck Platooning Solution](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fta-comments-possible-new-truck-platooning-solution/): The Freight Transport Association has today released news of a new way to save costs, congestion and carbon while carrying out transport solutions and services.
- [FarEye Selected as Partner of Choice for DHL eCommerce](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/fareye-selected-partner-choice-dhl-ecommerce/): FarEye has been selected to become a partner for DHL eCommerce.
- [NOVUS and Business on the Move Partner Up](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/novus-business-move-partner/): NOVUS has announced a partnership with Business on the Move as part of a plan to increase commitment to industry education.
- [TruTac Supply Solutions to Tooles Transport](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/trutac-supply-solutions-tooles-transport/): Tooles Transport is a company that is based near Droitwich and has been in operation for more than 30 years.
- [IVECO Supplies two Eurocargo DriveAway Skip Loaders](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/iveco-supplies-two-eurocargo-driveaway-skip-loaders-brown-recycling/): IVECO has supplied a duo of 18-tonne Eurocargo skip loaders from their DriveAway range of vehicles.
- [BCA & Partridges of Hampshire Remarketing Deal](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/bca-partridges-hampshire-announce-remarketing-deal/): Partridge of Hampshire has partnered with BCA as a part of an exclusive remarketing deal which will include the adoption by the family run independent retailer of BCA Dealer Pro.
- [Dieselec Thistle Generators Announces Hire Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/dieselec-thistle-generators-announces-hire-fleet-investment/): Dieselec Thistle Generators, or DTG, has announced that they have invested £250,000 in their hire fleet.
- [Quinlan Adds new Krone Dry Liners to Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/quinlan-adds-new-krone-dry-liners-fleet/): Quinlan Transport has announced that they have taken delivery of their second consignment of Dry Liner box trailers from Krone.
- [Daifuku Celebrates 80 Years, Launches New Business Plan](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/daifuku-celebrates-80-years-launches-new-business-plan/): Daifuku, one of the world’s leading suppliers of a material handling systems, has announced that they are celebrating a major milestone in their company history.
- [Bullimores Takes Delivery of new Scania Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bullimores-takes-delivery-new-scania-vehicles/): Bullimores, the Lincolnshire based aggregate and plant hire company has announced that they have received a new 32-tonne Scania P360 mounted vehicle with an Andover Trailers plant body.
- [Moore Stephens : on Logistics and Delivery Insolvency](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/moore-stephens-comments-logistics-delivery-insolvency-rate-increase/): Moore Stephens, one of the top ten largest independent accounting and consulting networks in the UK has been looking into the significant number of delivery companies becoming insolvent.
- [UKWA Support National Infrastructure Commission](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/ukwa-shows-support-nic/): The United Kingdom Warehousing Association, or UKWA, has praised the recent announcement that has been made by Chancellor Hon Philip Hammond MP, who has instructed an in-depth study to be undertaken by the National Infrastructure Commission on the future of freight.
- [FTA Addresses UK Gov Committee for Exiting the EU](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-addresses-uk-government-committee-exiting-eu/): The FTA have said that they urgently need more clarity in regards to trade & transport arrangements after Brexit.
- [Narrow Aisle Ltd Supply Flexi HiMAX to Great Bear](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/narrow-aisle-ltd-supply-flexi-himax-great-bear/): Great Bear, the leading third party logistics specialist have introduced another articulated forklift trucks at its major multi-user hub which is located in Brackmills Northampton.
- [Scotch Frost of Glasgow Form new Hire Agreement with Fraikin](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/scotch-frost-glasgow-form-new-hire-agreement-fraikin/): Scotch Frost of Glasgow is working to develop its long term relationship with Fraikin with the signing of a new, six-year, full service contract hire agreement that has been made for the acquisition of 10 temperature controlled rigid trucks.
- [FTA Announce Overall Driver of the Year 2017](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fta-announce-overall-driver-year-2017/): Thomas Kent has been announced as the UK’s top driver in the logistics industry.
- [KPMG : Governments Changes to Rail Travel](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/kpmg-comments-governments-changes-rail-travel/): The Head of UK Transport at KPMG, Ed Thomas has this week released his comments on the Government’s new strategy for the railways.
- [Boughey Distribution Work to Replace Vehicles with Tiger Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/boughey-distribution-work-replace-vehicles-tiger-trailers/): Boughey Distribution, the warehousing distribution and consolidation contract company has carried out an upgrade of its fleet with the introduction of 50 new curtainsiders from Tiger Trailers.
- [Intermodal Conference Explores CTU Code](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/intermodal-europe-conference-explores-ctu-code-implementation/): As a part of a session at the Intermodal Europe Conference in Amsterdam, four industry organisations that represent the different sectors in the supply chain have been working to draw attention to the different responsibilities that container owners and operators have when it comes to providing equipment that is suitable for use and is packed with cargo as stated in the CTU Code.
- [FIGIEFA and IAAF React to TRL Report](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/figiefa-iaaf-react-trl-report/): After the release of the TRL Report, ‘Access to in-vehicle data and resources’, the FIGIEFA has called upon the European Commission to work swiftly in order to implement the interoperable in-vehicle telematics platform.
- [FTA Warns EU of Trade Disruptions at Borders](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-warns-eu-trade-disruptions-borders-brexit/): The Freight Transport Association has again warned the EU to not underestimate the massive challenge that will be faced by member states when they are prepare their own borders for the UK leaving the EU.
- [Midwest Motor Factors Appoints New Parts Sales Manager](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/midwest-motor-factors-appoints-new-parts-sales-manager/): Midwest Motor Factors has announced that they have appointed a new Parts Sales Manager. Stepping into this role is Mark Graver.
- [Import Marques export & car import services](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/import-marques/): Import Marques Since 2001, Import Marques has been providing discerning UK customers with a comprehensive range of prestigious vehicle export and car import services.
- [IAG Cargo Announce Executive Changes](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-announce-executive-changes/): IAG Cargo has announced that they are making a number of changes to their executive team that are thought to benefit the future plans for the company.
- [Exol Lubricants Support and Participate in Oil Spill Exercise](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/exol-lubricants-support-participate-oil-spill-exercise/): Exol Lubricants has announced that they have managed to successfully facilitated an exercise that allowed team members to practice their response to a hydrocarbon spill incident.
- [ITF Seafarers' Trust Launch their Portable Communication Pods](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/itf-seafarers-trust-launch-portable-communication-pods/): The ITF Seafarers’ Trust was first established in 1981 by the ITF. The trust was first created as a body with charitable status as a part of UK law.
- [James Kemball Opens new Depot](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/james-kemball-opens-new-depot/): Haulage company James Kemball has announced that they have opened a new container depot.
- [Innovative Safety Solutions Launches new Product](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/innovative-safety-solutions-launches-new-product/): Innovative Safety Systems Ltd has revealed that they will be launching their first in a series of unique motor sports event.
- [Dr. Will's Selected Walker Logistics for new Contract](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/dr-wills-selected-walker-logistics-new-contract/): In order to keep up with the increasing number of online and retailer orders that they have experienced, Dr.
- [IAAF Hold their Annual Conference on the 7th December](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/iaaf-hold-annual-conference-7th-december/): The IAAF have announced that they will be adopting a post-Brexit theme at their Annual Conference, which is set to take place next month.
- [The European Parliament Vote on Differentiated Direct Vision](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/european-parliament-vote-differentiated-direct-vision/): The European Parliament has recently voted on how they wish to differentiate the direct vision standard.
- [UKWA Reflects on Autumn Budget](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ukwa-reflects-autumn-budget/): From the budget announced yesterday, it has been made clear that solving the housing crisis is at the top of the Government’s agenda.
- [Drywash Europe Promotes New Fuel Efficiency Technology](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/drywash-europe-promotes-new-fuel-efficiency-technology/): Drywash Europe has been appointed as the national UK distributor of a new nanotechnology developments that will help to reduce fuel consumption, and because of this, emissions and overall fuel costs.
- [Launch UK Announce New Diagnostics Tablet](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/launch-uk-announce-new-diagnostics-tablet/): Launch UK, the leading suppliers of automotive diagnostics equipment has announced the launch of a new diagnostic tool.
- [FTA Driver of the Year Award 2017](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fta-driver-year-award-2017/): The Freight Transport Association Driver of the Year 2017 is set to be announced at the Association’s Transport Manager Conference.
- [P&O Report on Success of new Sea Freight Route](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/po-report-success-new-sea-freight-route/): P&O Ferries has recently reported that one of their newer routes has so far carried near to 15,000 units.
- [Business Secretary Attends FTA Celebrations in Tunbridge Wells](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/business-secretary-attends-fta-celebrations-tunbridge-wells/): Greg Clark the Government’s Business Secretary has visited the Tunbridge Wells HQ of the Freight Transport Association.
- [Simply Waste Solutions Invest in new Loadmac Forklift Truck](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/simply-waste-solutions-invest-new-loadmac-forklift-truck/): One of the largest independently owned waste management companies in the UK, Simply Waste Solutions has revealed that they have recently invested in a Loadmac truck-mounted forklift.
- [Pan-European Hauliers Alcaline 10 new Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/pan-european-hauliers-alcaline-announces-10-new-vehicles/): Alcaline, the Pan-European Haulier has announced that they have on 10 new mega-coiler curtainsiders as well as five new mega Euroliners.
- [Investec Asset Finance Confirms as Headline Sponsor for 2019 IMHX](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/investec-asset-finance-confirms-headline-sponsor-2019-imhx/): Investec Asset Finance plc has been confirmed as the headline sponsor of the 2019 International Materials Handling Exhibition, or IMHX.
- [Selsia Outsourced Repair Management Provider](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/selsia-appointed-outsourced-repair-management-provider-star/): Selsia Vehicle Accident Centres, the approved network of car, van and heavy commercial vehicle accident repair centres have been appointed by Star to centrally manage their accident and bodywork repairs for their national fleet of vehicles.
- [Xplore Dundee Celebrate Accredited Living Wage Status](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/xplore-dundee-celebrate-largest-accredited-living-wage-employer-status/): Xplore Dundee has been celebrating their status as one of the largest accredited private sector Living Wage employers in Dundee during the Living Wage Week 2017.
- [Passenger Transport UK Launched CPT Daily Checks](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/condederation-passenger-transport-uk-launched-cpt-daily-checks/): The Confederation of Passenger Transport UK has today launched the CPT Daily Checks, which is a complete first-use and daily walk round check app that has been created with the bus and coach industry in particular in mind.
- [Transport Secretary Praises FTA's Work in Industry](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/transport-secretary-praises-ftas-work-industry/): The Transport Secretary Chris Grayling has been praising the work of the Freight Transport Association in order to attract the next generation of logistics workers.
- [BIFA on House of Commons Public Accounts Committee](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/british-international-freight-association-commens-house-commons-public-accounts-committee-report/): The British International Freight Association has said that the House of Commons Public Accounts Committee is prudent to have concerns in regards to the government and HMRC’s plans for The Customs procedures to be implemented post-Brexit.
- [Tyre Equipment Co to Exhibit at LAMMA Show in January](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tyre-equipment-company-exhibit-lamma-show-january/): The Tyre Equipment Company has announced that they will be returning to the LAMMA agricultural and machinery show in Peterborough.
- [TruTac Have Success with Earned Recognition Pilot](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/trutac-success-earned-recognition-pilot/): The fleet compliance software experts, TruTac has announced that they have seen an enthusiastic uptake of their recently launched Earned Recognition reporting features.
- [JLT Enter Partnership with Machinefabriek Steketee B.V.](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/jlt-mobile-computers-enter-partnership-machinefabriek-steketee-b-v/): JLT Mobile Computers, one of the leading developers and manufacturers of reliable computers suitable for use in demanding environments has released news that they have entered into a partnership with Machinefabriek Steketee B.V..
- [TyreSafe Supports Extra Tyre Checks for Police Stop Checks](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tyresafe-supports-extra-tyre-checks-police-stop-checks/): The UK’s tyre safety charity, TyreSafe has announced their support for the national roads policing initiative which is expected to increase awareness of tyre safety to motorists travelling on Britain’s roads.
- [WAIglobal New Rotating Electronics Range Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/waiglobal-new-rotating-electronics-range-expansion/): WAIglobal has recently revealed that they have increased their aftermarket offering with their latest product launch.
- [Xplore Dundee Support RNIB Scotland Charter](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/xplore-dundee-support-rnib-scotland-charter/): Xplore Dundee, the Scottish bus operator, has announced that they have become the latest Scottish transport company to reaffirm their commitment to making all of their services more accessible to blind and partially sighted people.
- [BCA Raise Over £90,000 with Paris Challenge](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/bca-raise-90000-paris-challenge/): On the 14th September, a team of amateur and fun rider cyclists who work at BCA set off on a mammoth challenge, riding from BCA Blackbushe to Paris, a 400km journey.
- [Cold Store Operations Can Make Savings With Lighting](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/cold-store-operations-can-make-savings-with-lighting/): There are high costs to providing chilled or frozen storage solutions.
- [The Gender Gap in Transport and Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/gender-gap-transport-logistics/): There has been a debate in the UK Logistics industry for as long as anyone can remember about the lack of gender diversity.
- [GEAR 2030 Report on Future of the Automotive Industry](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/gear-2030-report-future-automotive-industry/): The IAAF, member of FIGIEFA has welcomed the final report for the High Level Group, GEAR 2030.
- [MAHLE Aftermarket Launch Updates Online Catalogue](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/mahle-aftermarket-launch-updates-online-catalogue/): MAHLE, the leading international development partner and supplier to the automotive industry has announced that they will be launching a new and updated version of their online product catalogue, eCat.
- [MAHLE Launch New Bearing Range to Aftermarket](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/mahle-launch-new-bearing-range-aftermarket/): MAHLE Motorsport has announced that they have launched their new High Performance Racing Bearings catalogue for potential buyers to access in the aftermarket.
- [Cirrus Logistics Held Warehouse Design User Conference](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/cirrus-logistics-held-warehouse-design-user-conference/): A number of logistics professionals have gathered in order to explore the future trends of the industry as well as learn how Cirrus’ CLASS warehouse design application which has been developed in order to assist companies when meeting challenges in the future.
- [IAG Cargo Sponsoring National Gallery's Exhibition](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/iag-cargo-sponsoring-trusted-partner-national-gallerys-latest-exhibition/): IAG Cargo has released news that they will be sponsoring the National Gallery’s most recent exhibition, Monochrome: Painting in Black and White.
- [P&O Ferrymasters Launches new Express Service](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/po-ferrymasters-launches-new-express-service/): The tailor-made logistics company, P&O Ferrymasters has announced that they have launched their European and worldwide express services.
- [Daifuku Successfully Completes Crane Installation](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/daifuku-successfully-completes-crane-installation-trinity-mirror-olham/): A world leading provider of automated handling systems, Daifuku has announced that they have successfully completed a complex project that involves the design and installation of two state-of-the-art, high bay stacker cranes.
- [Team Oliver Results at British Truck Racing Championships](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/team-oliver-results-british-truck-racing-championships/): The season grand finale of the British Truck Racing Championship took place on the 4th and 5th November at Brands Hatch.
- [Torus Achieves FTA Van Excellence Accreditation](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/torus-achieves-fta-van-excellence-accreditation/): Torus, the North West based housing group has been awarded with the Freight Transport Association’s coveted Van Excellence operator accreditation.
- [Alistair McGowan Headlining FTA Logistics Awards](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/alistair-mcgowan-headlining-fta-logistics-awards-2017/): The headline entertainment has been announced for the first FTA Logistics Awards ceremony which will be taking place at London’s Intercontinental Hotel in Park Lane.
- [FTA Concern Over the Brough Forward Ultra-Low Emission Zone in London](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fta-concern-brough-forward-ultra-low-emission-zone-london/): The UK’s largest membership association in the freight and logistics sector has expressed their concern in regards to the announcement made last week by the Mayor of London.
- [Ligentia Join Transaid as Corporate Member](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/ligentia-join-transaid-corporate-member/): Transaid, the international development organisation has welcomed their latest corporate member.
- [Supply Chain Organisation After Black Friday](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/parcelhero-reflects-supply-chain-organisation-black-friday-2014/): November the 24th, 2014, otherwise known as Black Friday 2014 will be remembered by many retail and supply chain professionals.
- [TUPE Rules Impacting Third Party Logistics Sector](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tupe-rules-impacting-third-party-logistics-sector/): The Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006, or TUPE Regulations were first introduced in order to protect employees’ rights is the organisation that they work for or the service that they work to provide for an organisation is transferred to a new employer.
- [L&L Hertfordshire Automotive Partner with BCA](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/ll-automotive-partner-bca/): L&L Automotive, the Mercedes-Benz, Smart and AMG retailer based in Hertfordshire has announced that that have formed a partnership with BCA in an exclusive remarketing deal which includes that adoption of the BCA Dealer Pro across the group.
- [James Hopkins Appointed as MD of BCA Fleet Solutions](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/james-hopkins-appointed-as-md-of-bca-fleet-solutions/): James Hopkins has been announced as the successor for the position of MD of BCA Fleet Solutions.
- [Alexanders Rescued by Michelin's ONCall](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/alexanders-rescued-michelins-oncall-breakdown-assistance-service/): Michelin’s ONCall breakdown assistance service managed to rescue the Dungannon-based general and heavy haulage company Rice Continental following a tyre failure and slow puncture on one of their vehicles.
- [FTA Transport Conferences Break Attendance Records](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-transport-manager-conferences-break-attendance-records/): The Freight Transport Association has revealed that their Transport Manager 2017 Conferences have exceeded all of their previous attendance records.
- [BCA and Halliwell Jones Celebrate 10-year Partnership](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bca-halliwell-jones-celebrate-10-year-partnership/): Halliwell Jones has been in partnership with BCA for ten years.
- [ATS Euromaster Reach Tyre Management Agreement with Kier](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ats-euromaster-reach-tyre-management-agreement-kier/): ATS Euromaster has announced that they have won a national contract to supply, fit and manage the tyres used by Kier Services, thanks to their proactive MasterCARE fleet operations that increase the durability and performance of the tyre and reduce the tyre-related downtime that is experienced by the vehicle.
- [CAMGAS is acquired national energy specialist Flogas](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/camgas-acquired-flogas/): Cambridge bottled gas dealer, have confirmed it has been acquired by national energy specialist Flogas Britain.
- [How to extend your electric motor’s life](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/extend-electric-motors-life/): Motors are essential to many industry processes, although, through extended use, motors can become worn and less efficient, driving associates costs up for businesses.
- [AFCO Announce First Webinar and Election in November](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/afco-announce-first-webinar-election-november/): The UK’s premier fleet decision-maker’s organisation, ACFO will be hosting their first webinar as a progression into a more digital era.
- [Compliance with TfL’s Driver Vision Standard for HGV’s](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/compliance-tfls-driver-vision-standard-hgvs-2/): With more than forty years’ experience of repairing HGV’s, Buses, Railway Rolling Stock and a variety of other equipment it was only natural that on announcement of TfL’s Standard, Truck Align London Ltd took up the challenge to design a truck door window to assist with compliance.
- [Crown Lift Trucks to Exhibit at IPEX 2017](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/crown-lift-trucks-exhibit-ipex-2017/): One of the world’s largest material-handling companies, Crown is expected to demonstrate their capabilities to the printing industry through an exhibition at IPEX 2017.
- [New Mobile Ticket Validation System](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/new-mobile-ticket-validation-system/): Masabi, the leading company in innovative transit ticketing and fare collection, Keolis, the world leader in shared mobility and a pioneer in the development of public transport have teamed up through the digital subsidiary Kisio Digital and FAMOCO, the leader in secure professional terminals has announced today that they unveiled a new ticket validator that will be suitable for the mass market.
- [McGill's Launches new Demand Response Transport Service](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/mcgills-launches-new-demand-response-transport-service/): The Local bus operator, McGill’s has announced that they have launched a fully commercial Demand Response Transport.
- [FTA Transport Conference Explore Direct Vision Standard](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-transport-manager-conference-explore-direct-vision-standard/): At the Freight Transport Association’s Transport Manager Conference, which has been sponsored by Iveco, has provided delegates with the most up to date information about the Direct Vision Standard and the best ways that companies can plan for its introduction.
- [Swansea Drydocks in Operation Following Refurbishment](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/swansea-drydocks-limited-back-operation-following-refurbishment/): The first vessel has been welcomed to Swansea Drydocks in the past three months after extensive refurbishment work on the site has been completed.
- [JMP Transport Services Selects Krone Profi Liner](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/jmp-transport-services-selects-krone-profi-liner-round-loading-solution/): JMP Transport Services a midlands based steel transport specialist has announced that they have selected Krone to supply them with their latest order of trailer equipment.
- [Robert Froud Bulk Haulage New Andover Order](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/robert-froud-bulk-haulage-makes-new-order-andover/): Robert Froud Bulk Haulage has ordered their fifth tri-axle step frame vehicle from Andover.
- [Michelin X Line Energy Tyres Best for Fuel Efficiency](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/michelin-x-line-energy-tyres-confirmed-best-fuel-efficiency/): Michelin X Line Energy tyres have been called the best tyres to use for long distance fuel efficiency after the tests have revealed that a truck and a trailer running on the fuels-saving tyres managed to save on average 1.4 litres of fuel per 100km.
- [WG Davies Switches to LED Lighting with Help from Carbon Trust Loan](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/wg-davies-switches-led-lighting-help-carbon-trust-loan/): WG Davies, the main dealer for MAN Truck & Bus UK Ltd in South Wales has announced that they have recently upgraded their lighting systems at their Cardiff, Swansea and Tenby storage facilities.
- [Lesjöfors Springs Offer over 200 References](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/lesjofors-springs-offer-over-200-references/): Lesjöfors Springs has announced that they have released more than 200 new coil springs since the start of the year.
- [Exol Lubricant Launch New Range of Anti-freeze](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/exol-lubricant-launch-new-range-anti-freeze/): The UK’s largest independent lubricants company, Exol has recently announced that they are launching their new anti-freeze range.
- [PVS Warns Agains OBD-II Plug-in Telematics](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/pvs-warns-agains-obd-ii-plug-telematics/): PVS Fleet Solutions have been working to warn fleet managers about signing up to long-term telematics contracts.
- [Disruption if Royal Mail Strike in Festive Period](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/parcelhero-warns-disruption-royal-mail-strike-festive-period/): The Communication Workers Union, or CWU has said that Royal Mail workers voted by 89.1% to take strike action in order to protest the changes that have been made to their pension scheme.
- [FTA Issue Guidelines for Transporting Fireworks](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/fta-issue-guidelines-transporting-fireworks/): As we enter a season renowned for bonfires and fireworks, the logistics operations to transport these items into the supermarkets across the country.
- [FTA Calls for Change to Financial Standing in Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-calls-change-financial-standing-logistics-industry-brexit/): The logistics industry being saved from another rise in the amount of financial standing that is required for operators to carry on trading next January.
- [FTA Warns of Supply Chain Problems After Brexit](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/fta-warns-supply-chain-problems-brexit/): The Freight Transport Association recently urged that the British and EU negotiators meeting in Brussels need to listen to the warnings being given by traders and logistics operators working on either side of the channel.
- [Michelin Solutions Effitrailer trailed by Flogas](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/michelin-solutions-effitrailer-trailed-flogas/): Flogas Britain commenced a six-month pilot project to trail Michelin Solutions’ Effitrailer programme, which is designed to maximise trailer safety, compliance and boost efficient through increased trailer fleet optimisation.
- [Stewarts of Tayside Upgrade to New Carrier Transicold Foretrack](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/stewarts-tayside-upgrade-new-carrier-transicold-foretrack-system/): The soft fruit and swede producer Stewarts of Tayside, based in Perth has taken advantage of the updated tracking, telematics and fleet management system offered by Carrier Transicold.
- [Hitatchi Business Finance Release Latest Barometer](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/hitatchi-business-finance-release-latest-business-barometer/): Hitachi Capital Business Finance have released their latest Business Barometer.
- [REC Comments on EU Workforce Impact on Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/recruitment-employment-confederation-comments-eu-workforce-impact-logistics-distribution/): The Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) has released a report recently that suggests that EU nationals for around 7% of the total UK workforce.
- [Bibby Distribution Wins Distribution Contract for Suzuki](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bibby-distribution-wins-distribution-contract-suzuki/): Bibby Distribution is well-known for their superior systems and wealth of experience which has helped them to develop an in-depth knowledge of working with a range of different dealer networks and offering 3PL.
- [Sam Clark Appointed as Head of Programmes for Transaid](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/sam-clark-appointed-head-programmes-transaid/): Sam Clark has been appointed as the new Head of Programmes for Transaid, the international development organisation.
- [Cox Automotive Records Strong September Figures](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/cox-automotive-records-strong-september-figures/): Cox Automotive, the world’s largest automotive service organisation has announced that they have recorded strong figures across the board for their wholesale and retail businesses throughout September.
- [Manheim Agrees Historic Deal with Network Rail](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/manheim-agrees-historic-deal-network-rail/): Manheim, a division of Cox Automotive, and the largest automotive services business in the world has announced that they have agreed a historic deal with Network Rail.
- [Helsinki Shared Mobility Study Results](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/helsinki-shared-mobility-study-results/): Research has shown that swapping private car traffic for new shared mobility services in urban areas has led to a significant reduction in the number of cars that are needed.
- [UKWA Host Annual Parliamentary Lunch](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/ukwa-host-annual-parliamentary-lunch/): The United Kingdom Warehousing Association held their Annual Parliamentary Lunch recently at the House of Lords.
- [BCA Releases Its Pulse Report](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bca-releases-pulse-report/): BCA has released its Pulse Report that shows that average car values returned to more typical values in January, following the seasonally affected values recorded during December.
- [UKWA Gives a Cautious Welcome to the New CDS](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/ukwa-gives-cautious-welcome-new-cds/): HMRC’s new Customs Declaration Service was greeted with a cautious welcome by the United Kingdom Warehousing Association (UKWA), which took the time to mention the concerns around Brexit’s impact on customs regulations, especially among import and export businesses.
- [TOTAL Lubricants at The CV Show](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/total-lubricants-cv-show/): TOTAL Lubricants will showcase its range of products and suite of value-added services to fleet managers and truck and van operators at The CV Show, the UK’s largest and most comprehensive transport and commercial vehicle event.
- [Less Paperwork, More Profits](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/less-paperwork-profits/): Everyday thousands of users in the UK rely on the Courier Exchange (CX) and Haulage Exchange (HX) to find capacity and find loads.
- [AE Burgess Purchases New Refuse Vehicle](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/ae-burgess-purchases-new-refuse-vehicle/): The waste management provider AE Burgess & Sons Ltd has brought a brand new refuse vehicle to its fleet, which will replace an existing one that had broken down.
- [Cleanpal Plastic Pallet from Polymer Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/cleanpal-plastic-pallet-polymer-logistics/): Polymer Logistics has announced a successful trial for it Cleanpal plastic pallet for the fresh produce supply chain. D.E.
- [ADLV and DVLA Work Together on a New Project](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/adlv-dvla-work-together-new-project/): The Association for Driving Licence Verification (ADLV) and The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) will work together on the implementation of GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) for the ADD service.
- [Fitness Challenge at a Logistics Firm](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/fitness-challenge-logistics-firm/): The Eldred Group, a South Yorkshire logistics company and a member of Logistics Hub UK, has launched a fitness challenge in memory of its founder, Laurence Eldred, who recently passed away.
- [Stop Unwanted Amazon Weekend Deliveries](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/stop-unwanted-amazon-weekend-deliveries/): Amazon has started a new weekend shipping service that does deliveries on Saturdays and Sundays.
- [Kinetic Introduces New Advert](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/kinetic-introduces-new-advert/): Kinetic, the driver recruitment and training specialist, has invested into a new advert, which is an eye-catching reflective livery, offering powerful promotion during both day and night.
- [FIEGE Group Chooses PSI Warehouse Software](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fiege-group-chooses-psi-warehouse-software/): The contract logistics company FIEGE has decided to use the current PSIwms release 4.0, following an intensive selection process for a warehousing software capable of providing long-term investment security.
- [Poseidon Program Launched at IQPC](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/poseidon-program-launched-iqpc-temperature-controlled-logistics-conference/): The Poseidon pharma ocean freight program was presented at the IQPC Temperature Controlled Logistics Conference in London.
- [ParcelHero Announcement at the International Trade Conference](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/parcelhero-announcement-international-trade-conference/): The international delivery specialist ParcelHero was part of the Department for International Trade (DIT) ‘Selling Online’ Conference staged at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry.
- [Walker Logistics Has a Throughput up by 73%](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/walker-logistics-throughput-73/): Walker Logistics has increased the number of orders picked and dispatched by an average of 73% compared with the same period in 2016.
- [Intelligent Telematics Moves to Reading](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/intelligent-telematics-moves-reading/): The leading provider of connected vehicle camera solutions, Intelligent Telematics, has relocated its European headquarters to Reading.
- [The National Refuse Championships Returns in 2018](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/national-refuse-championships-returns-2018/): The National Refuse Championships will be back this year at Weston-super-Mare on Friday the 15th and Saturday the 16th of June 2018.
- [New President of BITA](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-president-bita/): The British Industrial Truck Association (BITA), the UK’s leading authority on fork lift truck standards and operational safety, has appointed a new President – the Managing Director of Crown Lift Truck Ltd, Simon Barkworth.
- [Northern Freight Services and B&B Attachments Collaborate](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/northern-freight-services-bb-attachments-collaborate/): The haulage, distribution, and warehousing company Northern Freight Services asked B&B Attachments to provide them with a solution to improve their productivity in the process of handling materials.
- [Entopy Launches Tracca](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/entopy-launches-tracca/): Entopy has just revolutionised the supply chain management with the launch of Tracca, an innovative track and trace solution that provides real time, all-the- time supply chain visibility, without the need for costly infrastructure.
- [HiMAX Technology Grows Bigger and Stronger](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/himax-technology-grows-bigger-stronger/): The Flexi HiMAX, Narrow Aisle Ltd’s high bay articulated warehouse truck technology-based intralogistics solution, has had a great year with the volume of installations doubling in the UK and the global sales increasing significantly.
- [New Safety Scheme Keeps Cleaner Trucks Off Road](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/new-safety-scheme-keeps-cleaner-trucks-off-road/): The Freight Transport Association (FTA) announced that the Mayor of London is rushing through an ill-considered road safety scheme, Direct Vision Standard (DVS), which aims to improve safety of heavy goods vehicles operating in the capital.
- [Exol Antifreeze Approved by Volvo](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/exol-antifreeze-aprroved-volvo/): Exol’s two new antifreeze products adhere to the latest Volvo coolant specifications for heavy duty diesel engines found in coaches, buses, HGVs, and plant and marine applications.
- [New Recruitment Methods for Logistics Industry](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-recruitment-methods-logistics-industry/): The founder of Vidu, the online recruitment portal for the logistics industry, Nicky Jones, thinks that the recruitment methods used by some logistics companies are outdated and that the digital technology and social media is reshaping the way companies hire and the way candidates look for new jobs.
- [Product Care Chooses Paragon's Software](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/product-care-chooses-paragons-software/): Product Care, a high quality delivery and after care service, has decided to start using Paragon’s fleXipod software, an advanced electronic proof of delivery solution, to increase the efficiency of its customer service and operational processes.
- [FTA Asks for Better Roads](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-asks-for-better-roads/): The trade between Northern Ireland and the rest of the UK needs more support from the government.
- [Businesses invest in IMHX with half space taken](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/businesses-still-invest-imhx-2019/): The International Materials Handling Exhibition (IMHX) 2019 has already allocated 50% of its available floor space, proving that manufacturers and suppliers of materials handling equipment are confident in the future of the British economy despite the political uncertainty over Brexit.
- [P2P Mailing Ltd Undergoes Rebranding as P2P](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/p2p-mailing-undergoes-rebranding/): The leading international parcel delivery company, P2P Mailing Ltd, has rebranded and changed its name to P2P.
- [K & H Haulage Choose Loadmac](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/k-h-haulage-choose-loadmac/): K & H Haulage, the Bakewell based transport company, has announced its preference for Loadmac and chose to purchase two truck mounted forklifts.
- [Forklift Battery Management System Advantages](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/new-forklift-truck-battery-management-system-full-advantages/): The Warehouse Systems Division from Narrow Aisle Ltd has just launched a new intelligent forklift truck battery management system called Flexi Easi-Change.
- [ParceHero Reveals New Research on Consumer Rights](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/parcehero-reveals-new-research-consumer-rights/): ParcelHero has released a new report that reveals that Brexit may impact on UK consumer rights, particularly on the right to return an item within 14 days, even if it is not faulty.
- [Henderson Group Upgrades Its Refrigerated Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/henderson-group-upgrades-refrigerated-fleet/): The owner of the SPAR, EUROSPAR, VIVO, VIVOXTRA, and Vivo Essentials franchises in Northern Ireland, Henderson Group, has decided to upgrade its refrigerated fleet with Thermo King’s SLXi units.
- [Report Shows That Distribution Builds on Services](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/report-shows-distribution-builds-services/): A new report that focuses on European distributors says that distribution in 2018 has substantially broadened its offering with a wide range of services.
- [UTA and TimoCom Start Collaborating](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/uta-timocom-start-collaborating/): Europe’s largest transport platform TimoCom has joined forces with the leading provider of interoperable toll services in Europe UNION TANK Eckstein GmbH & Co.
- [Fraikin Wins Contract with Reynolds](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/fraikin-wins-contract-reynolds/): Reynolds, one of the biggest fruit and vegetable suppliers in the UK, and Fraikin, one of the largest commercial vehicle fleet services companies in the country, have started a new working relationship after signing a deal to contract hire 11 new 44-tonne Mercedes-Benz Actros tractor units.
- [Pall-Ex Celebrated a Successful Year](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/pall-ex-celebrated-successful-year/): The haulage giant Pall-Ex created its own awards event to celebrate the ending of a successful 2017 and the beginning of a new year full of future growth and achievements.
- [Harris Group Appoints New Chief Operating Officer](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/harris-group-appoints-new-chief-operating-officer/): Ireland’s leading supplier of new and used vehicles, The Harris Group, has appointed John McEvoy as the new Chief Operating Officer, which is part of the company’s strategy for future growth as it continues to drive investment across every area of the business.
- [A New Defence Logistics Guide Has Been Launched](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/new-defence-logistics-guide-launched/): ‘Defence Logistics: Enabling and Sustaining Successful Military Operations’ is a new contributed volume by former defence professionals that offers guidance on issues such as suppliers arriving at a basecamp or soldiers leaving a conflict zone.
- [FarEye Launched Drop&Pick in Europe](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fareye-launched-droppick-europe/): The digital logistics platform FarEye has announced the launch of its leading product Drop&Pick in Europe.
- [IVECO Appoints a New Light Business Line Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/iveco-appoints-new-light-business-line-director/): IVECO has appointed a new Light Business Line Director that will be responsible for its award-winning Daily light commercial range in the UK and Ireland.
- [U-Freight Comments on E-commerce and Air Cargo](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/u-freight-comments-e-commerce-air-cargo/): U-Freight, the international freight forwarder and logistics service provider, commented on the recent air cargo statistics revealed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), saying the figures reflect its own experience.
- [McCue’s Advice to Use Rack Protection](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/mccues-advice-use-rack-protection/): McCue would like to remind everyone about the importance of using rack protection, which should be common practice for warehouse managers.
- [Jaama Celebrates a Record Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/jaama-celebrates-record-year/): Jaama’s multi award-winning Key2 asset management system manages more than 1.2 million vehicles.
- [BCA Announced Value Rises in December](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/bca-announced-value-rises-december/): During the BCA Commercial Pulse in December, it was announced that the value for average light commercial vehicle (LCV) continued to rise as the headline figure reached a new record level of £6,976.
- [ABP South Wales Had a Successful 2017](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/abp-south-wales-successful-2017/): ABP South Wales saw a strong growth in 2017 with its network of five ports handling 12.5 million tonnes of cargo due to a major investment in infrastructure and an ongoing commitment to delivering the highest standards of customer service.
- [Network Rail Will Archive Its Information Using Preservica](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-will-archive-information-using-preservica/): Network Rail and Preservica have partnered up to create a new cloud-based digital archive that will preserve and provide secure access to vital operational information and unique digital assets from the history of the railway network in the UK.
- [Air Partner Reveals a Successful Year](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-partner-reveals-successful-year/): The global aviation services group, Air Partner plc, has just released a trading statement before its scheduled update on the 1st of February.
- [MOT Changes Were Scrapped by IAAF](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/mot-changes-scrapped-iaaf/): After many months of intensive lobbying, IAAF has finally announced that the proposed changes to the MOT test frequency were discarded, calling this decision ‘a triumph for the aftermarket and motorists alike’.
- ['Lowe's Transport Manager's and Operator's Handbook 2018' Will Be Available Soon](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/lowes-transport-managers-operators-handbook-2018-will-available-soon/): Many regulations have started undergoing redrafts because of Brexit’s effects and the increasingly tense global political climate, so consumers became more and more uncertain about how they will be affected and how they should react to the events.
- [Air Partner Remarketing Completes First Sale for 2018](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-partner-remarketing-completes-first-sale-2018/): Air Partner plc has announced that the 2009-vintage Beechcraft King Air 200 serial number BB-2014 got sold.
- [DPD and Sunrise Software ITSM Deliver Self-Service](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/dpd-sunrise-software-itsm-deliver-self-service/): DPDgroup UK has selected Sunrise Software, a leading supplier of IT service management (ITSM) solutions, as its new IT support provider.
- [TRUCKINGBY Brian Yeardley Receives Seven New Schmitz Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/truckingby-brian-yeardley-receives-seven-new-schmitz-trailers/): TRUCKINGBY Brian Yeardley has been provided with seven additional Schmitz Cargobull MEGA box and curtainsider low-ride trailers, to transport light, staging, and video equipment across Europe for world renowned bands such as Coldplay, J Hus, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Weezer.
- [Achieves Recognition for Safe Transportation from TAPA](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/achieves-recognition-safe-transportation-tapa/): P&O FERRYMASTERS has been awarded a certification for meeting security standards by Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA), an international leader working to fight crimes in the supply chain.
- [Bibby's Concept Trailer Eliminates Wet Claims](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bibbys-concept-trailer-eliminates-wet-claims/): Bibby Distribution, one of the top ten logistics providers in the UK, developed a concept trailer for SAICA Paper that delivered 100% success in 2017, abolishing wet claims for the international supplier on all of its journeys.
- [AV Dawson Makes a New Appointment That Will Drive the Business Forward](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/av-dawson-makes-new-appointment-will-drive-business-forward/): AV Dawson, a North East based logistics and freight specialist, has made a series of appointments that will help the company deliver further growth and expansion in 2018.
- [IVECO Supplies Five Stralis NPs to VERBIO Logistik](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/iveco-supplies-five-stralis-nps-verbio-logistik/): IVECO’s supply of five Stralis NP trucks to VERBIO Logistik GmbH marks an important achievement for the company: the 1,000th Stralis NP delivered.
- [CD Auction Joins ICFM's Investor Programme](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/cd-auction-group-joins-icfms-corporate-investor-programme/): CD Auction Group is the first vehicle remarketing company to sign-up to ICFM’s expanding Corporate Investor Programme and the latest to join in.
- [Activa Contracts Helps North East Autism Society](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/activa-contracts-helps-north-east-autism-society/): Supplier Activa Contracts recommended the North East Autism Society to fit sophisticated in-vehicle driver behaviour technology to its vehicle fleet.
- [Temperature-Controlled Pharmaceutical Transportation](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/thermo-king-vts-team-better-temperature-controlled-pharmaceutical-transportation/): Thermo King, a leader in transport temperature control solutions, has partnered up with VTS Transport & Logistics, a specialist in temperature controlled pharmaceutical transport and warehouse services, to share their knowledge and best practice at the Parenteral Drug Association (PDA) conference and exhibition in Prague, Czech Republic.
- [Bigger Fines for Truck Drivers Is Not a Solution](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bigger-fines-truck-drivers-not-solution/): Increasing the fines on illegal truck parking in Kent is not a solution, suggests Freights Transport Association (FTA).
- [Pharma Ocean Freight Program to Be Introduced at TCL Forum](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/pharma-ocean-freight-program-introduced-tcl-forum/): A global and fully integrated Pharma Ocean Freight program called ‘Poseidon’ will be presented at the 17th IQPC Temperature Controlled Logistics Conference in London on the 1st of February.
- [ALBUM Conference Changes Its Date and Location](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/album-conference-changes-date-location/): Scotland’s largest independent bus operator, McGill’s, will be hosting the 2018 edition of the annual ALBUM conference between the 14th and 16th of May.
- [LS telcom UK Carried out a Railway Research](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/ls-telcom-uk-carried-railway-research/): The Rail Safety and Standards Board, on behalf of the Future Communications and Positioning Systems Advisory Group, has authorised a research project carried out by LS telcom UK.
- [First Bus and Future Platforms Work Together](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/first-bus-and-future-platforms-work-together-for-a-mobile-service/): First Bus has chosen Future Platforms as its partner to improve the overall passenger experience by developing a mobile service for its customers.
- [Downton Increases Its Warehouse Capacity](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/downton-increases-warehouse-capacity/): Downton, one of UK’s leading independently owned logistics firms, has acquired a new warehouse space as part of its development in Sharpness.
- [TerraClean offers training on DPF](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/terraclean-offers-training-dpf/): TerraClean, which is part of Randstad Ltd, held a series of one-day training courses on the growing opportunities of Diesel Particulate Filters (DPFs) in more than 100 garages.
- [IMHX Welcomes Artificial Intelligence and Automation](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/imhx-welcomes-artificial-intelligence-automation/): The International Materials Handling Exhibition that will take place in 2019 has agreed to reflect on the role that artificial intelligence, automation, and robotics has within the modern supply chain.
- [Larne-Cairnryan Is P&O Ferries' Highest Traffic Route](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/larne-cairnryan-po-ferries-route-highest-traffic/): Larne-Cairnryan is P&O Ferries’ service with the highest volume of freight traffic in six years in 2017.
- [Gov's Delays Will Affect the Supply Chain After Brexit](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/governments-delays-will-affect-supply-chain-brexit/): The Freight Transport Association (FTA) advises the Government to publish the results of its Migration Advisory Committee (MAC)’s recommendations on the future of EU workers in the UK’s logistics industry.
- [The Severn Tolls Have Come to an End](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/severn-tolls-come-end/): Today marks the day that the two Severn Bridges on the M4 and M48 become the responsibility of the Government owned body, Highways England.
- [TyreSafe has announced its annual TyreSafe Awards](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tyresafe-announced-annual-tyresafe-awards/): TyreSafe encourages businesses to book Thursday, the 12th of July off as it is the confirmed date for its annual Tyre Safety Month Briefing and TyreSafe Awards 2018.
- [IAAF & FIGIEFA happy with proposal on Type-Approval](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/iaaf-figiefa-happy-proposal-type-approval/): The proposed EU legislation on Vehicle Type-Approval Regulation has welcomed the idea of provisions on the OBD connector and access to RMI.
- [Can a low-carbon jet fuel be the future of aviation?](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/can-low-carbon-jet-fuel-future-aviation/): Scientists are looking into revolutionising the future of aviation by creating cutting-edge jet fuel with microbes that transform carbon to ethanol.
- [McCue teaches you how to make your facility work smarter and harder](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/mccue-teaches-make-facility-work-smarter-harder/): McCue Corporation UK has decided to share with you how to make your facility work smarter and harder.
- [UFL acquires Luxor Resolution on cross-border e-commerce](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ufl-acquires-luxor-resolution-on-cross-border-e-commerce/): U-Freight Limited (UFL), a global leader in providing freight forwarding and logistics solutions, has welcomed Luxor Resolution as their newest addition on e-commerce.
- [Driver Hire had completed a record December](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/driver-hire-completed-record-december/): Driver Hire, UK’s largest specialist transport and logistics recruitment company, had a December turnover of £13.1 million.
- [Association acquires a logistics training business](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/freight-transport-association-acquires-logistics-training-business/): Freight Transport Association (FTA), the only organisation to represent the whole logistics industry, has just acquired T Team Ltd trading as TrainingTeam.
- [DCH has been awarded the Van Excellence accreditation](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/dch-awarded-van-excellence-accreditation/): DCH, the leading south west housing provider, has just been awarded by the Freight Transport Association the ‘Van Excellence’ accreditation for its constant commitment to deliver safer, more efficient and sustainable van operations.
- [P&O Ferries Announce 2017 Freight Milestone](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/po-ferries-announce-2017-freight-milestone/): Sea Freight and Ferry company, P&O Ferries has announced that they have carried more freight between Zeebrugge and Tilbury over the course of 2017 than they have in any other year over the course of their decade long history of the working on this shipping route.
- [Autosupplies wins at IAAF Annual Awards 2017](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/autosupplies-wins-iaaf-annual-awards-2017/): Autosupplies Chesterfield, the motor factor has had a great finish to 2017 after they have been awarded the Car Distributor of Excellence as a part of the IAAF Annual Award Ceremony 2017.
- [MAHLE Develops New Aftermarket Turbochargers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/mahle-develops-new-aftermarket-turbochargers/): MAHLE, the leading international development partner and automotive industry supplier has announced that they have released a new range of turbochargers.
- [Carrier Transicold Launch New Pulsor®](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/carrier-transicold-launch-new-pulsor-solution-anglia-crown/): Carrier Transicold has had a significant development as, for the first time, Carrier Transicold’s Pulsor® 600 multi-temperature refrigeration system has been mounted on to a 7.5-tonne truck.
- [FTA Logistics Awards](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-logistics-awards/): The performance of the logistics industry has to be celebrated during a time when the economy is under pressure.
- [Exol Lubricants Releases new Tractor Oil](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/exol-lubricants-releases-new-tractor-oil/): Exol Lubricants, the largest independent lubricants company in the UK has announced that they have released a new synthetic off-highway universal oil for transmissions, hydraulics, final drives and wet brakes.
- [Federation of Engine Remanufacturers' AGM](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/federation-engine-remanufacturers-annual-general-meeting/): On Saturday the 7th October, the Federation of Engine Remanufacturers held their Annual General Meeting.
- [TerraClean Announces Exhibit at Autosport](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/terraclean-announces-exhibit-autosport-international-show-january/): TerraClean, the fastest growing deep engine cleaning brand in the UK has announced that they will be offering visitors a rare and valuable insight into their motorsport adventures and engine cleaning solutions as a part of an exhibition at the 28th Autosport International Show which is set to take place in January.
- [Vehicle Weighing Solutions; NMRO UK First Approval](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/vehicle-weighing-solutions-become-first-uk-approved-nmro/): The Reading based company, Vehicle Weighing Solutions Ltd and the market leaders for the provision of on-board weighing, axle overload protection and bin weighing solution has announced that they will be the first company in the UK to be approved by the National Measurement and Regulation Office.
- [Midwest Motor Factors Donates to Good Shepherd Ministry](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/midwest-motor-factors-donates-good-shepherd-ministry/): The automotive parts distributor, Midwest Motor Factors has announced that they have donated valuable funds to the Good Shepherd Ministry.
- [Winter warning – aftermarket urged to ‘get ready’](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/winter-warning-aftermarket-urged-to-get-ready/): Get set With wintry conditions around the corner, it is paramount that cars are fully prepared for the winter, with ice, snow, plummeting temperatures and wet weather all causing havoc.
- [Surge in electronic trading as PACT celebrates 10 years](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/surge-electronic-trading-pact-celebrates-10-years/): Electronic trading between motor factors and component suppliers has reached an all-time high, as PACT, the joint venture between eparts and TecCom, celebrates its 10-year partnership in the automotive aftermarket.
- [Snow means last-minute orders will miss Xmas](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/snow-means-last-minute-orders-will-miss-christmas-warns-parcelhero/): With odds of 2/1 on a snowy Christmas in Edinburgh and Glasgow, the home delivery comparison site ParcelHero is warning last-minute orders could miss Christmas Day in the north of England and Scotland.
- [NewCold plan on track as cold store grows again](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/newcold-development-plan-track-cold-store-grows/): NewCold Logistics, the global deep-frozen warehousing and distribution specialist, has agreed contracts for almost 50% of the additional 88,000 pallet spaces currently being added to its Wakefield warehousing facility.
- [ACUMEN EXPANDS IN SOUTH WEST WITH J&A](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/acumen-expands-south-west-ja-transporters-deal/): Acumen Automotive Logistics is expanding its operation with the acquisition of J&A Transporters – a Somerset-based business specialising in used vehicle movements for auction houses, direct contracts with dealerships for new cars and vehicle swaps, plus fleet movements for rental operators.
- [Mark Elward Comments on Solutions for Fairer IT Services](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/mark-elward-comments-on-solutions-for-fairer-it-services/): A Leading third party logistics services company has called for there to be an industry-wide ombudsman facility.
- [Michelin Launches Apps to Improve Haulier's Admin](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/michelin-launches-suite-apps-improve-hauliers-admin-efficiency/): Michelin solutions has announced that they have launched four innovative digital services for the road transport industry designed in order to maximise efficiency by making more laborious tasks easier by incentivising staff.
- [Robert Kukla Comment on Australian Wine Export Market](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/robert-kukla-comment-australian-wine-export-market/): Robert Kukla GmbH Internationale Spedition is the specialist multi-modal shipping company that also operated in the tank and truck business for Western and Eastern Europe.
- [BAE Agree Sale of Typhoons with Qatar](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/bae-agree-sale-typhoons-qatar/): The Defence Group BAE Systems’ shares have experienced an increase in price recently as a reaction to news of an export sale of the company’s Typhoon jet fighters.
- [AGRO Merchants Group Purchases Grocontinental](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/agro-merchants-group-purchases-grocontinental/): Grocontinental, the Whitchurch-based haulage company has been purchased by AGRO Merchants Group.
- [DTNA Trial 3D Printed Parts with Plans for Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/dtna-trial-3d-printed-parts-plans-expansion/): Daimler Trucks North America, or DTNA, has announced that they will be making their first delivery of plastic parts which have been made through 3D printing to customers in the next few weeks.
- [Go Supply Offer Considerations for Company Growth](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/go-supply-offer-considerations-company-growth/): The go Supply Chain Director, Gavin Parnell has compiled a range of different advice that can be used in order to help a growing business to tackle their warehouse challenges as well as helping the company to make a smoother transition as they step up into the next level of their business.
- [FTA Warns of Costs for Leeds Clean Air Zone](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fta-warns-significant-costs-plans-leeds-clean-air-zone/): The Freight Transport Association has been urging businesses in West Yorkshire to make sure that their voices are being heard in order to avoid the risk of incurring significant additional operating costs.
- [BCA Announced Development Programme](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/bca-announced-development-programme/): BCA will start a major development programme at the Nottingham remarketing and defleet centre, which includes the building of a new auction lane complex that will add significantly to the facility’s volume and throughput.
- [All Fraikin's Technicians Receive Irtec Level Two](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/all-fraikins-technicians-receive-irtec-level-two/): Fraikin has announced that every single one of its vehicle maintenance technicians from across the company’s eight branches in the UK has completed level two of the irtec Licensing Scheme, the nationally recognised accreditation that assesses technician safety and competence in the road transport industry.
- [TGMatrix Looks into the Use of Blockchain](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/tgmatrix-looks-use-blockchain/): Martin Barker, the Finance Director of TGMatrix, argued that blockchain has the potential to completely transform transport and supply chain practice and financing due to it offering a secure, immutable and tamper-proof distributed ledger.
- [TripAdvisor’ Jet2 Is UK's Best Low-Cost Airline](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/jet2-is-uks-best-low-cost-airline/): TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards has named the UK airline Jet2 the best low-cost airline in the UK and the seventh best in the world, while British Airways, EasyJet, and Ryanair failed to make the grade in the travel planning and booking site’s awards.
- [MAHLE Aftermarket New Products](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/mahle-aftermarket-new-products/): MAHLE Aftermarket has improved its Victor Reinz gasket range and is now offering a wider choice of sealing solutions to aftermarket customers for both passenger and heavy duty (HD) vehicle applications.
- [Jet2 Launches Four New Destinations From Birmingham](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/jet2-launches-new-destinations/): Four new destinations from Birmingham Airport for the summer of 2019 have been announced by Jet2.
- [Paul Carvell from The Delivery Group Receives Honours](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/paul-carvell-from-the-delivery-group-receives-honours/): Paul Carvell, Chairman of The Delivery Group, has been named Freeman of the City of London and Liveryman of The Worshipful Company of Carmen in recognition to his 40 plus years long career in the transport and logistics industry.
- [New Solution for Pets Air Transport](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/new-solution-for-pets-air-transport/): Unisys Corporation has created a new solution designed to take the stress out of transporting pets in aircraft cargo holds by providing owners with the ability to monitor and talk to their pets via their smartphones.
- [B&B Attachments Provides Solutions to Builders Merchant](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/bb-attachments-provides-solutions-to-builders-merchant/): B&B Attachments, the leading fork lift truck attachment company in the UK and Ireland, provided MAP Building & Civil Engineering Supplies Ltd with a solution to improve their productivity when handling concrete masonry products.
- [Ogilvie Rental Wins Van Rental Award](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/ogilvie-rental-wins-van-rental-award/): Ogilvie Rental, which is Ogilvie Fleet’s new standalone rental division, has won the Best Daily Van Rental Award at the 2018 Van Awards in less than 12 months since its launch.
- [Cargobase Launches App Available to LSPs](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/cargobase-launches-app-available-to-lsps/): The mobile Application ‘On The Go!’ has been released by Cargobase, the platform bridging the tech gap between shippers and providers.
- [Connected Vehicle Cameras Impact on Insurance Claims](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/connected-vehicle-cameras-impact-on-insurance-claims/): Intelligent Telematics and Plexus Law found that connected vehicle cameras have a major impact on the cost and lifecycle of insurance claims, saving the commercial fleet sector many millions of pounds every year.
- [Polymer Logistics Opens New Wash Plant](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/polymer-logistics-opens-new-wash-plant/): Polymer Logistics opened its newest washing facility in Coventry that features five loading bays.
- [Xplore Dundee Makes Bus Travel More Accessible](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/xplore-dundee-makes-bus-travel-more-accessible/): Xplore Dundee is making public transport more accessible for people of all ages and abilities thanks to its training scheme for customers with mobility scooters and electric wheelchairs.
- [National Refuse Championship 2018](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/national-refuse-championship-2018/): All the big names from the waste management sector, including major vehicle manufacturers, local authorities and regional waste operators, are getting behind this year’s National Refuse Championships (NRC) that will take place on the 15th and 16th of June at Weston-super-Mare beachfront.
- [UTA Has Appointed a New IT Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/uta-has-appointed-a-new-it-director/): Jérôme Bonnet has been appointed as the new IT Director at Union TANK Eckstein GmbH & Co. KG (UTA).
- [BCA's Future Classics Sale](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bcas-future-classics-sale/): The Future Classics Sale at BCA Nottingham attracted a large and varied crowd of buyers willing to bid on an eclectic mix of sports cars, performance cars, family saloons and prestige models covering nearly sixty years of motoring history.
- [NewCold is Looking for New UK Site](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/newcold-looking-new-uk-site/): The deep-frozen storage and logistics specialist NewCold is looking for a new UK site that will be able to accommodate increased UK market activity that is expected to be triggered by the ‘Brexit effect’ in European Supply Chains.
- [Ogilvie Fleet Launches New App](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/ogilvie-fleet-launches-new-app/): A new smartphone app launched by Ogilvie Fleet has been designed to help fleet managers and drivers overcome often contentious end-of-contract damage charges on company vehicles.
- [Don’t Forget to Check Your Tyres this Easter](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/dont-forget-to-check-your-tyres-this-easter/): During the Easter weekend a lot of families decide to leave their homes and visit relatives and this year is set to be even busier than last year, with 26 million drivers planning journeys over the Easter period.
- [FedEx Acquires P2P Mailing Limited](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/fedex-acquires-p2p/): FedEx has acquired P2P Mailing Limited, a leading provider of worldwide e-commerce transportation solution, for £92 million.
- [Asset Alliance Group Further Supplies NV Transport](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/asset-alliance-group-further-supplies-nv-transport/): Asset Alliance Group has supplied haulage company NV Transport with four refrigerated Longer Semi-Trailers (LSTs), believed to be the first of their kind to operate in southern England.
- [IAAF's Latest Industry Briefing](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/iaafs-latest-industry-briefing/): The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) held its latest Industry Briefing at Phocas Business Intelligence Software, Middlemarch Business Park in Coventry on Thursday, the 15th of March, where it discussed all the major changes that the industry will face.
- [Keeping Your Fleet Drivers Safe Number One Priority](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/keeping-your-fleet-drivers-safe/): The safety of your drivers should be your number one priority.
- [Capus appoints new Commercial Manager](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/capus-appoints-new-commercial-manager/): Capus (UK) Ltd has recently added to its wealth of industry expertise by appointing Martin Willis as its new Commercial Manager.
- [BIFA Supports the National Apprenticeship Week](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/bifa-supports-the-national-apprenticeship-week/): This week marks the 11th National Apprenticeship Week (NAW 2018) and with this occasion, the British International Freight Association (BIFA) would like to encourage its members to participate in a relevant international freight forwarding apprenticeship, which is awaiting final approval from the Government.
- [Air Partner Appoints Freight Charter Sales Manager](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-partner-appoints-freight-charter-sales-manager/): Romain Vasset has just been appointed by Air Partner, the global aviation services group, as the new Freight Charter Sales Manager for the French market.
- [The Importance of the Final Mile by eDelivery EXPO](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/the-importance-of-the-final-mile-by-edelivery-expo/): Europe’s leading event for retail fulfilment, eDelivery EXPO, has released the results of its ‘The Importance of the Final Mile’ research, which looked into the perceptions and experiences of the delivery of goods purchased online by 2,000 consumers.
- [FSGB Launches New Features](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fsgb-launches-new-features/): Fleet Service Great Britain (FSGB) has launched some new technology-based features designed to save customers time and money in managing their company car and commercial vehicle operations.
- [Ogilvie Fleet Wins an Experteye Award Again](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/ogilvie-fleet-wins-an-experteye-award-again/): Ogilvie Fleet has been voted by fleet decision-makers in the 2018 Experteye awards the UK’s top vehicle leasing and fleet management company for service to customers.
- [Gregory Distribution Acquires Transicold Refrigerated Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/gregory-distribution-acquires-new-carrier-transicold-refrigerated-trailers/): Gregory Distribution has welcomed five new refrigerated trailers from Carrier Transicold, each specified with a Vector® 1550 unit.
- [Greggs Uses Paragon's Routing and Scheduling Software](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/greggs-uses-paragons-routing-and-scheduling-software/): Greggs is optimising the performance of its distribution operation with the use of Paragon’s routing and scheduling software, part of a £100 million investment programme that is reshaping its supply chain within the UK.
- [Spark EV Offers Solution for Provide](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/spark-ev-offers-solution-for-provide/): Spark EV has announced that the health and care organisation Provide has implemented its artificial intelligence based journey prediction solution, validating the growth of electric vehicles (EVs) within business fleets.
- [EmergeVest Acquires CM Downton Limited](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/emergevest-acquires-cm-downton-limited/): CM Downton Limited, one of the UK’s leading logistics groups, has just been acquired by EmergeVest, an international private equity investor, in a £75 million transaction.
- [Apprenticeship for the Supply Chain Sector](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/apprenticeship-for-the-supply-chain-sector/): David Cormack, strategic partnerships director ay System Group, is calling for the supply chain sector to map out a dedicated career path for young people coming into the industry.
- [Fraikin & Johnsons Stalbridge Linen Services Collaborating](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fraikin-and-johnsons-stalbridge-linen-services-start-collaborating/): Fraikin won a competitive tender involving three other providers to deliver 49 3.5-tonne Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans into Johnsons Stalbridge Linen Services on a three-year, full-service contract hire agreement.
- [NX Group Promotes Women on International Women's Day](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/nx-group-promotes-variety-this-international-womens-day/): Crick-based NX Group, a growing global logistics firm, has promoted two women to more senior roles within the company.
- [Amazon to Become the World's First $1 Trillion Company](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/amazon-to-become-the-worlds-first-1-trillion-company/): E-commerce expert ParcelHero predicted in a report two years ago that Amazon would launch its own end to end delivery service, which became true this February when Amazon launched Shipping with Amazon (SWA) in Los Angeles.
- [Motors.co.uk Updates Its Website](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/motors-co-uk-updates-its-website/): Motors.co.uk has redesigned its website to enhance the customer experience and to underline its credentials as a sophisticated, modern car search platform.
- [Krone Presents the Box Liner](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/krone-presents-the-box-liner/): Krone has presented the perfect solution for flush-fit rear loading of 20’ containers at this year’s Transport Compleet Show in Hardenberg.
- [DK Fulfilment’s facility Robot at DK Fulfilment](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/rpuck-robot-at-dk-fulfilment/): DK Fulfilment’s facility in Coventry will welcome the trials of an intralogistics robot transport system in June.
- [New Courtesy Trailer from Schmitz' Partner](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/new-courtesy-trailer-from-schmitz-partner/): Commercial Contract Engineers (CCE) is one of the first Schmitz Cargobull Service Partners to offer to customers a courtesy trailer that minimises downtime.
- [Fingerprint Drug Testing for Logistics and Transport Industry](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fingerprint-drug-testing-for-logistics-and-transport-industry/): The transport and logistics industry has welcomed new levels of convenience, hygiene and speed to workplace drug testing with Intelligent Fingerprinting.
- [Pegasus Airlines Reports Financial Growth](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/pegasus-airlines-reports-financial-growth-2017/): Pegasus Airlines has announced its financial results for 2017, available for viewing on the Public Disclosure Platform (KAP).
- [JLT Mobile Computers Designed for the Logistics Industry](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/jlt-mobile-computers-designed-logistics-industry/): JLT Mobile Computers has launched the JLT6012 logistics computer, the first product of a new generation of rugged vehicle-mount computers with innovative platform design.
- [Naval Dome's MCPS Nominated for Two Awards](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/naval-domes-mcps-nominated-for-two-awards/): Naval Dome’s Maritime Cyber Protection System (MCPS), an advanced multi-layered cyber defence solution, has been nominated in the Marine Intelligence category of Riviera Maritime Media’s (RMM) 2018 Marine Propulsion Awards, and Informa’s Shipping 2030 Innovation of the Year Award.
- [Tiger Trailers and Joloda Developed a New Trailer Design](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/tiger-trailers-and-joloda-developed-a-new-trailer-design/): Lanchester Wines, one of the UK’s leading wine merchants, has acquired two new purpose-built curtainsiders from Tiger Trailers, which will replace eight standard trailers in its commercial vehicle fleet.
- [McGill's Receives an Award for Supporting Apprentices](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/mcgills-receives-an-award-for-supporting-apprentices/): Scotland’s largest independent bus company, McGill’s, celebrated National Apprenticeship Week with its new Investors in Young People accreditation, which has been increased to Silver due to the company’s ongoing commitment to the training and development of young people.
- [National Auto Parts Launches New Clutch Kits](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/national-auto-parts-launches-new-clutch-kits/): National Auto Parts has further enhanced its ever-expanding clutch portfolio with the addition of three new clutch kits as a response to the growing customer demand.
- [MASkargo Joins IAG Cargo's Programme](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/maskargo-joins-iag-cargos-programme/): MASkargo, the cargo division of Malaysian Aviation Group, has become the ninth carrier to join IAG Cargo’s Partner Plus programme, according to IAG Cargo.
- [Triscan Brand Is a 'One Stop Solution'](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/triscan-brand-is-a-one-stop-solution/): The Triscan brand, the UK’s largest manufacturer and supplier of Fuel Management Systems, Fuel Pumps, Fuel Tanks, Fuels Monitoring Software and Tank Gauges, has started providing tank and tank services within the commercial sector.
- [Mobiletron Joins IAAF](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/mobiletron-joins-iaaf/): The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has welcomed its newest member to its rapidly expanding network of leading aftermarket businesses.
- [IAAF Welcomes TVS EAG](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/iaaf-welcomes-tvs-eag/): Automotive group TVS EAG (Excel) has joined the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF), which will offer the group the chance to access a range of IAAF benefits such as alternative dispute resolution cover, lifestyle protection plans, fleet management solutions, merchandise and promotional workwear, the latest industry information and networking opportunities.
- [Michelin Extends Its CrossClimate Tyre Range](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/michelin-extends-crossclimate-tyre-range/): Michelin has announced the launch of Agilis CrossClimate, a summer tyre with a full winter capability.
- [Connor Construction : Why You Should Get To Know](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/connor-construction-south-west-ltd-get-know/): Connor Construction (South West) Ltd are becoming the UK’s leading Road Construction company.
- [Connected Multi-Camera Solution at CV Show 2018](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/connected-multi-camera-solution-cv-show-2018/): The Commercial Vehicle (CV) Show will see the launch of Intelligent Telematics’ 3G multi-camera system at Stand 4H70.
- [ICFM Announces Record Numbers in 2018](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/icfm-announces-record-numbers-2018/): ICFM has announced record numbers in employees with fleet responsibility joining the organisation in the first two month of 2018.
- [The Tunnel Boring Machine Mary Journey](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/tunnel-boring-machine-mary-journey/): Fracht UK Projects has worked in collaboration with Partners Collett & Sons on the £100 million contract to excavate a 5 km tunnel under the River Humber to carry a replacement gas pipeline.
- [Bibby Distribution Achieves New Safety Standards](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/bibby-distribution-achieves-new-safety-standards/): Bibby Distribution received two Gold Awards from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) last year for reducing its accident rate by more than 10%.
- [Updates on NextGear Capital's StockMaster platform](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/updates-nextgear-capitals-stockmaster-platform/): NextGear Capital, the industry's leading provider of stocking plans and part of the Cox Automotive group, has released new features on its StockMaster platform that makes on the go stock management possible for the first time.
- [Brake Engineering Happy about the MOT Decision](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/brake-engineering-happy-mot-decision/): Brake Engineering has announced its content with the government’s decision to maintain the current MOT frequency that states a vehicle should take its first test at three years and then one year thereafter.
- [P&O Ferries Is Planning a New River Berth at Tilbury](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/po-ferries-planning-new-river-berth-tilbury/): P&O Ferries and Forth Ports have reached an agreement to move to a purpose-built £150 million river berth on the Thames at the Port of Tilbury, which will increase its freight capacity to 600,000 units a year by 2020.
- [Thermo King's 2017 Dealer Awards](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/thermo-kings-2017-dealer-awards/): The leader in transport temperature control solutions for a variety of mobile applications Thermo King, held its annual dealer conference in Marrakesh, Morocco, where it honoured its top dealers from Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region for their achievements in 2017.
- [Air Partner to Attend WCA Conference](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/air-partner-to-attend-wca-conference/): The global aviation services group Air Partner will be attending the 10th edition of the World Cargo Alliance (WCA) Conference which will be held in Singapore between the 4th and the 8th of March.
- [New Company Offers Forklift Safety Range](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/new-company-offers-forklift-safety-range/): SumoSafe Global is a new company with offices in the UK, USA, Canada, and Australia that offers a range of products designed to reduce the damage done to palletised loads during the lift truck handling process and make forklift trucks safer to operate.
- [Asset Alliance Group Appoints Marketing Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/asset-alliance-group-appoints-marketing-director/): Asset Alliance Group has appointed a new Marketing Director that is believed to help steer the company’s portfolio of businesses.
- [ParcelHero Couriers Helps Small Traders](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/parcelhero-helps-small-traders/): ParcelHero, the leading courier price comparison site, has conducted a survey that revealed that at least 200 e-commerce businesses don’t expect to survive the massive growth in returns this year.
- [Krone Opened a New Distribution Centre](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/krone-opened-new-distribution-centre/): Krone Commercial Vehicle Group has responded to the customer demand for parts requirements in the commercial vehicle sector and started its operations at a new logistics centre.
- [SMPE Expands Its Engine Management Portfolio](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/smpe-expands-engine-management-portfolio/): One of the UK’s largest independently owned automotive parts manufacturers and suppliers, Standard Motor Products Europe (SMPE), has answered the customer demand and expanded its Engine Management portfolio to make sure it delivers optimal aftermarket performance.
- [TOTAL UK Website improved features and functionality](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/total-uk-new-website/): TOTAL UK has just launched its new website http://total.co.uk/, which contains improved features and functionality.
- [Flicking the Digital Switch on Communication](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/flicking-digital-switch-communication/): Two way radio is changing.
- [The IBF Framework Agreement Is Concluded](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/ibf-framework-agreement-concluded/): The final round of negotiations for the creation of the new IBF Framework Agreement has ended with success and the Agreement was signed.
- [Automechanika Birmingham at NEC](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/automechanika-birmingham-nec/): The Automechanika Birmingham exhibition for the automotive aftermarket and vehicle production industry will be present at the NEC between the 5th and the 7th of June 2018.
- [The Earned Recognition Event](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/earned-recognition-event/): The Earned Recognition seminar held at Squad Hall in Leamington Spa welcomed leading industry experts Beverley Bell, CBE, former Senior Traffic Commissioner and Philip Lapczuk, Product Specialist at Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA).
- [ParcelCompare Wins the Trusted Service Award](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/parcelcompare-wins-trusted-service-award/): ParcelCompare, the revolutionary new online parcel price comparison website, has won the Feefo Trusted Service Award 2018 in its first year of launching.
- [Vacu-Lug Puts Tyre Management First](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/vacu-lug-puts-tyre-management-first/): Vacu-Lug will be speaking to the guests at The Commercial Vehicle Show (CV Show) about the economic, environmental, and legal benefits of their tyre management service.
- [Paragon Updates Its Software for Sustainable Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/paragon-updates-software-sustainable-vehicles/): Paragon Software Systems has improved its routing and scheduling software to help customers overcome potential challenges associated with sustainable vehicles.
- [ProSKU Helped Intermedia Brand Marketing Grow](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/prosku-helped-intermedia-grow/): West Sussex-based Intermedia Brand Marketing has introduced the cloud-based ProSKU warehouse management system (WMS) earlier this year and since then, it has added innovative B2B and B2B services for customers, has consolidated its warehouse operations, has reduced picking errors and resulting returns and has undergone significant expansion in warehouse space and number of employees.
- [Pall-Ex Is No. 1 for Quality](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/pall-ex-no-1-quality/): Pall-Ex has become the first and only pallet network to receive the latest ISO quality standard across the whole of its network.
- [Ray Moran Is Happy with Krone Purchase](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/ray-moran-happy-krone-purchase/): The groupage and pharma transport specialist Ray Moran International Transport has announced that since the addition of 10 Krone trailers to its fleet, it has been capable of easier loading and extra capacity.
- [Virtuosys & Angel Trains Deliver Edge Computing](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/virtuosys-angel-trains-deliver-edge-computing-solution-railways/): The UK’s Department for Transport (DfT) has offered grant funding to Virtuosys, the company delivering business-ready solutions at the network edge, and Angel Trains, one of Britain's leading train leasing companies.
- [TruTac Keeps Calor's Fleet Safe](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/trutac-keeps-calors-fleet-safe/): TruTac’s compliance products provide tachograph data capture, tighter management control, and continued safety for Calor Gas’ fleet.
- [H Parkinson Haulage Acquires IVECO Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/h-parkinson-haulage-acquires-iveco-vehicles/): H Parkinson Haulage has just acquired its first IVECO vehicles which will be used on high mileage contracts.
- [Michelin’s X Rugged Tyres Save Carnegie Fuels](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/michelin-tyres-save-carnegie-fuels/): The Scottish oil distributor Carnegie Fuels has chosen Michelin’s X Works rugged tyre range to help them deliver to farms, industrial areas, and residential properties that can only be accessed on rocky off-road terrain.
- [Fowler Welch Buys Schmitz Cargobull Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fowler-welch-buys-schmitz-cargobull-trailers/): Fowler Welch, the UK’s leading choice in cost-effective and innovative supply chain solutions, has just acquired 56 Schmitz Cargobull refrigerated lorries to support the company in its intensive food delivery operations.
- [BCA Signs a New Deal with JCT600](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bca-signs-new-deal-jct600/): BCA and JCT600 have signed a two year deal to manage over 24,000 vehicles a year.
- [B&B Attachments Deliver Solution to UK Brewery](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/bb-attachments-deliver-solution-uk-brewery/): B&B Attachments, the UK’s leading supplier of forklift attachments, has supplied Sharp’s Brewery with three KAUP Keg Clamp attachments.
- [White Horse Energy to Expand into Italian Market](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/white-horse-energy-expand-italian-market/): White Horse Energy, a Cirencester based biomass fuel company, will be able to expand into the Italian market thanks to its distribution service partnership with the Palletways Group, Europe’s largest and fastest growing express palletised freight network.
- [Ekeri Unit as New After Seven Years](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/ekeri-unit-new-seven-years/): The Carmarthenshire based relocation and storage firm Jason Williams Removals, has planned the purchase of a new Ekeri rigid body, but ended up delaying it, because, according to the company, their existing Ekeri unit that is over seven years old is still in perfect condition.
- [Howard Tenens Acquires Three LSTs from Tiger](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/howard-tenens-acquires-three-lsts-tiger/): Tiger Trailers delivered three double deck longer semi-trailers (LSTs) to logistics provider Howard Tenens that needed them for its contract with Toolstation, one of Britain’s fastest growing suppliers of tools and accessories to the trade.
- [Acumen and Lohr to Approach Completion of Refurbishment Programme](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/acumen-lohr-approach-completion-refurbishment-programme/): Acumen Automotive Logistics and Lohr Automotive are approaching the final stage of their joint £500,000 refurbishment programme of 20 finished vehicle transporters.
- [IAAF Welcomes Two New Members](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/iaaf-welcomes-two-new-members/): Two new members have decided to join the council of the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF), increasing its pool of experienced industry professionals to further strengthen its ranks.
- [Launch UK Is the Best Business 2017](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/launch-uk-best-business-2017/): Launch Europe has awarded Launch UK the ‘Best Launch Business 2017’ accolade.
- [The Next Industry Briefing Session](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/next-industry-briefing-session/): The next Industry Briefing Session will be held at Phocas Business Intelligence Software, Middlemarch Business Park, Coventry, on Thursday the 15th of March, announces the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF).
- [Fraikin UK Celebrates Its 40th Anniversary](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/fraikin-uk-celebrates-40th-anniversary/): Fraikin, the commercial vehicle fleet services specialist, will be celebrating its 40th anniversary in the UK with the launch of a year-long charity aiming to raise at least £40,000 for 13 nominated charities.
- [Newport work begins at new warehouse, 21 Shed](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/work-port-newport-begins/): The £4.5 million project that will see an additional warehouse at ABP’s port of Newport has begun.
- [Asset Alliance Secures Contract with PJH](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/asset-alliance-secures-contract-pjh/): Asset Alliance Group has managed to secure a £4 million contract with UK bathroom and kitchen specialists PJH.
- [TerraClean offers Grant to Dave Rayner Fund](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/terraclean-offers-grant-charity/): The Dave Rayner Fund has received more than £200 from Randstad, through its engine decarbonising brand TerraClean.
- [Forklift Truck Manufacturer Crown at LogiMAT](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/crown-at-the-logimat/): The forklift truck manufacturer Crown will be presenting its products at LogiMAT in Stuttgart between the 13th and the 15th of March 2018.
- [IVECO Offers Preferential Financing Conditions](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/iveco-offers-preferential-financing-conditions/): IVECO has joined forces with BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions to convince transport operators to renew their fleets with more environmentally friendly commercial vehicles.
- [Thermo King Launches New Solar Panels](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/thermo-king-launches-new-solar-panels/): Thermo King has expanded its ThermoLite solar panels portfolio, adding to it a more powerful, 110W model designed to provide a sustainable power management solution for reefer units, while reducing their fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.
- [Jaama Is Moving Into Its 14th Year of Success](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/jaama-is-moving-into-its-14th-year-of-success/): Jaama, the provider of the UK’s most sophisticated and requested vehicle and driver management software system, is moving into its 14th year of business.
- [AV Dawson Supports Veterans](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/av-dawson-supports-veterans/): AV Dawson, a major Middlesbrough logistics company, has signed a pledge to support ex-members of the armed forced to find work in their sector.
- [The NX Group Expects a Busy Period](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/the-nx-group-expects-a-busy-period/): The NX Group is getting ready for an extra busy period in the run-up to Father’s Day on Sunday, the 17th of June, due to a rise in demand for quality shaving products made by one of its clients – King of Shaves.
- [Increased Capacity on Zeebrugge-Teesport Route](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/increased-capacity-on-zeebrugge-teesport-route/): P&O Ferries has announced that it will deploy the 18,000 ton Estraden on the Zeebrugge-Teesport route, significantly raising its capacity by doing so.
- [Activa Contract Becomes Sole Hammonds Furniture Supply](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/activa-contracts-becomes-the-sole-supply-of-hammonds-furniture/): Activa Contracts has won a sole supply, full outsourcing fleet deal with Hammonds, a family furniture business, which designs, makes and installs furniture for homes from its purpose-built workshop in Leicestershire.
- [Dreams Purchases Trailers from Asset Alliance](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/dreams-purchases-trailers-from-asset-alliance/): Asset Alliance Group has received a £2.5 million order to update the UK’s leading bed specialist’s, Dreams, fleet with 25 curtainsiders, 25 box vans and three double deck trailers, all manufactured by Montracon and taking Dreams’ total fleet to 137 assets.
- [Tigers Wins Best Logistic Supplier](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/tigers-wins-best-logistic-supplier/): Supply chain group Tigers has been named the ‘Best Logistics Supplier’ at Avaya’s Annual Suppliers Meeting in Singapore.
- [Rachael Burford Visits Cox Automotive](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/rachael-burford-visits-cox-automotive/): Rachael Burford, professional England rugby player, visited Manheim’s Bruntingthorpe auction centre to meet the all-female team that climbed Mount Kilimanjaro earlier this year to raise more than £23,000 for Wooden Spoon, the children’s charity of rugby.
- [IVECO Delivers Eurocargo Trucks to Worldwide Flight Services](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iveco-delivers-eurocargo-trucks-to-worldwide-flight-services/): IVECO has delivered 12 new 18-tonne Eurocargo trucks to Worldwide Flight Services to spearhead its ground handling operations at Heathrow airport.
- [HFW Accompanies UK Minister for Shipping on Visit to China](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/hfw-accompanies-uk-minister-for-shipping-on-visit-to-china/): HFW, the global, sector focused law firm, has joined the UK’s Minister for Shipping, Nusrat Ghani MP, on an official visit to the Shanghai headquarters of state owned shipping and logistics company, China Ocean Shipping Company (COSCO) to discuss maritime opportunities in the UK.
- [FTA response to Mayor of London’s EV Taskforce](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fta-in-response-to-the-mayor-of-londons-new-taskforce-on-electric-vehicles/): “The Freight Transport Association (FTA) is delighted to be part of the Mayor’s new Taskforce on electric vehicles (EVs) and is eager to work with other taskforce members to deliver an increased electric fleet, and resulting cleaner air, for London’s residents and businesses.
- [Activa Contracts Raises Money for Charity](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/activa-contracts-raises-money-for-charity/): Activa Contracts’ sales and marketing director Lisa Temperton raised more than £3,000 for charity by climbing up and walking on the wings of a biplane as it took to the skies.
- [United Kingdom Warehousing Association at IMHX](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/ukwa-pavilion-at-imhx-2019/): The United Kingdom Warehousing Association (UKWA) will be hosting a trade pavilion at IMHX 2019, taking place at NEC, Birmingham, between the 24th and 27th of September 2019, dedicated to showcasing the range of services offered by third party logistics (3PL) companies.
- [P&O Ferrymasters Opens Office in Istanbul](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/po-ferrymasters-opens-office-in-istanbul/): P&O Ferrymasters has announced the opening of its first office in Istanbul, which will expand its pan-European logistics network.
- [Bibby Distribution Secures Autoglass Contract](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/bibby-distribution-secures-autoglass-contract/): Due to its 24/7 service and formidable reputation for reliability, Bibby Distribution has secured a new contract with Autoglass, the vehicle glass repair and replacement market leader, and its wholesale division, Laddaw.
- [Tiger Delivers Trucks to Massey Wilcox](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/tiger-delivers-trucks-to-massey-wilcox/): Tiger Trailers has delivered 16 new tri-axle curtainsiders to Somerset based haulier, Massey Wilcox, meaning that nearly half of the company’s trailer fleet is built by the Winsford manufacturer.
- [BITO Storage Systems Helps APD's Warehouse](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/bito-helps-apds-warehouse/): Autoparts & Diagnostic (APD) has had its central warehouse operation for the UK transformed by a BITO Storage Systems Installation that gave it extra capacity and a more efficient picking operation through greater density of storage.
- [One Week to Automechanika Birmingham](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/one-week-to-automechanika-birmingham/): Commencing in a week’s time, Automechanika Birmingham offers a sneak preview for the curious ones of the planned showcases from just a few of the 500 exhibitors set to attend, featuring the latest products, technology and innovation.
- [Krone Presents Load-Securing Systems](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/krone-presents-load-securing-systems/): ‘We are Transport’, the Brussels commercial transport show, will see Krone exhibiting a Profi Liner curtainsider trailer that features the market proven Multi-Lock and Multi-Block load securing systems.
- [It's Time for Automechanika Birmingham](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/its-time-for-automechanika-birmingham/): Automechanika Birmingham, the UK’s leading exhibition for the automotive aftermarket and vehicle production industry, will take place at NEC Birmingham between the 5th and the 7th of June.
- [ESG EMEA Joins the IAAF](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/esg-emea-joins-the-iaaf/): ECCO Safety Group (ESG) EMEA, the leading manufacturer in commercial vehicle warning and safety products, has become the newest member of the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF).
- [Proteum Brings Back in Stock OXE Diesel Engines](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/proteum-brings-back-in-stock-oxe-diesel-engines/): Proteum, the UK & Ireland distributor, is announcing the availability of production OXE Diesel engines in stock at the consecutive Aquaculture UK and Skipper Expo International.
- [Owner Driver Switches to Michelin Tyres](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/owner-driver-switches-to-michelin-tyres/): After facing costly fuel bills, owner driver Daire Maher has switched to Michelin’s X-Multi range of tyres on his truck.
- [CoolKit Supports Burnley Project with Mercedes Vito](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/coolkit-supports-burnley-project/): CoolKit have converted the Mercedes Vito panel van into a refrigerated vehicle.
- [Abloy UK Is Inviting Visitors to IFSEC 2018](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/abloy-uk-is-inviting-visitors-to-ifsec-2018/): Abloy UK, the security expert, is inviting visitors to IFSEC 2018, at ExCeL London between the 19th and 21st of June, to discuss the company’s success in protecting the resilience and continuity of service of Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) organisations.
- [CoolKit at The CV Show](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/coolkit-at-the-cv-show/): CoolKit showcased its latest award-winning refrigerated vehicles and newly introduced Melform product range at The CV Show.
- [Pall-Ex Welcomes Back Panic Transport](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/pall-ex-welcomes-back-panic-transport/): Pall-Ex has welcomed back founder member, Panic Transport, in an attempt to expand its operation.
- [Exol Claims 'API SN Plus' Specification](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/exol-claims-api-sn-plus-specification/): The brand new ‘API SN Plus’ specification has been claimed by Exol on Optima DX1 5W-30 (M497), the new generation, fully synthetic passenger car engine oil formulated with premium base stocks and specialised performance additives.
- [Less Than a Month Until Automechanika Birmingham](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/less-than-a-month-until-automechanika-birmingham/): There is less than a month left until Automechanika Birmingham 2018.
- [National Auto Parts Introduces New Pads and Discs](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/national-auto-parts-introduces-new-pads-and-discs/): A number of pads and discs have been introduced by National Auto Parts to its ever expanding braking range, as a response to customer demand.
- [Launch UK at Automechanika Birmingham](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/launch-uk-at-automechanika-birmingham/): The only genuine supplier of the renowned brand of Launch diagnostic equipment to the UK, Launch UK, will be introducing its latest addition to the acclaimed X-431 range of OE level diagnostic tools, the X-431 PRO4, at Automechanika Birmingham, between the 5th and the 7th of June.
- [IAG Cargo Celebrates Museum Day](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/iag-cargo-celebrates-museum-day/): IAG Cargo has released a video that details its work with the National Gallery on its recent exhibition – Monochrome: Painting in Black and White – ahead of the International Museum Day.
- [Thermo King Introduced TracKing to All Units](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/thermo-king-introduced-tracking-to-all-units/): Thermo King, a leader in transport temperature control solutions for a variety of mobile applications, has equipped all of its direct drive, vehicle-powered truck and van refrigeration units with TracKing, the company’s hallmark asset management system.
- [ANTONOV Airlines Transports Power Plant Rotor to Pakistan](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/antonov-airlines-transports-power-plant-rotor-to-pakistan/): One of ANTONOV Airlines’ AN-124-100 aircraft has transported a power plant rotor from Genoa, Italy to Karachi, Pakistan.
- [Doosan Feature at Cereals for arable farming industry](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/doosan-to-feature-at-cereals-2018/): Cereals 2018, the UK’s premier event for the arable farming industry, has welcomed Doosan, the leading manufacturer of robust high performance forklift trucks.
- [IMHX 2019 Dates Announced](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/imhx-2019-dates-announced/): The International Materials Handling Exhibition 2019 (IMHX 2019) will be taking place at the NEC, Birmingham, between the 24th and the 27th of September 2019.
- [Midwest Motor Factors Raises Money for Charity](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/midwest-motor-factors-raises-money-for-charity/): Midwest Motor Factors, the West Midlands based automotive parts distributor, has raised £840 for the Good Shepherd Ministry, Wolverhampton’s charity that assists the homeless and others in need in the local area.
- [Signature Flatbreads Increased Storage Capacity with Flexi Tech](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/signature-flatbreads-increased-storage-capacity-with-flexi-technology/): Dunstable-based industrial baker, Signature Flatbreads, has seen strong growth and has introduced a narrow aisle racking system, served by Flexi intralogistics technology, which allowed the company to increase storage capacity at its facility.
- [Future Classics Sale with BCA](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/future-classics-sale-with-bca/): BCA will be holding its third edition of Future Classics sale on the 17th of May at BCA Nottingham.
- [Jem Recycling Purchases First UK New Loadmac 220](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/jem-recycling-purchases-first-uk-new-loadmac-220/): Runcorn-based recycling and waste management company, Jem Recycling, has become the first company in the UK to purchase the brand-new Loadmac 220 truck mounted forklift.
- [SMPE Introduces New Pressure Sensors](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/smpe-introduces-new-pressure-sensors/): Three new exhaust pressure sensors for Ford diesel engine vehicles have been introduced by Standard Motor Products Europe (SMPE), one of the UK’s largest independently owned automotive parts manufacturers and suppliers.
- [Mtec Owns IVECO's Daily Blue Power van](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/mtec-owns-ivecos-daily-blue-power-van/): The ‘International Van of the Year 2018’, UK’s first IVECO Daily Blue Power van, has been taken under the ownership of art logistics provider Mtec.
- [IAAF Annual Conference Confirmed](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/iaaf-annual-conference-confirmed/): Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has announced that its Annual Conference and Awards Dinner 2018 will take place at DoubleTree by Hilton in Milton Keynes on Thursday, the 6th of December 2018.
- [Exide Launches New TENSOR xGEL Battery](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/exide-launches-new-tensor-xgel-battery/): Visitors and customers at CeMAT 2018 had the chance to see the new TENSOR xGEL battery, created by CNB Industrial Power, a division of Exide Technologies, a leading global provider of stored electrical energy solutions.
- [The Triscan Group Acquires Timeplan](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/the-triscan-group-acquires-timeplan/): The UK’s largest manufacturer and supplier of fuel management systems, the Triscan Group, have acquired Timeplan Fuel Solutions Ltd, as part of their expansion plans.
- [SMPE Works Towards New ISO Accreditation](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/smpe-works-towards-new-iso-accreditation/): One of the UK’s largest independently owned automotive parts manufacturers and suppliers, Standard Motor Products Europe (SMPE), has announced that it is working towards its ISO 14001:2015 accreditation, reflecting the company’s commitment to tier 1 customers and to improving its environmental performance.
- [New Appointment at Arnold Clark](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-appointment-at-arnold-clark/): The Director of Arnold Clark, Stewart MacAulay, has been appointed as the new Group Autoparts Director, based at the company’s head office in Glasgow.
- [European Parliament Adopts Dalton Report](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/european-parliament-adopts-dalton-report/): The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation has announced that the European Parliament has decided to adopt the Compromise Package on the Vehicle Type-Approval Framework Regulation during the Plenary session that was held in Strasbourg, France, on the 19th of April 2018.
- [Arvato Takes Over ECOVACS Robotics Headquarters](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/arvato-takes-over-ecovacs-robotics-headquarters/): The Germany based headquarter of ECOVACS Robotics has been taken over by Arvato SCM Solutions.
- [Wheely Safe Makes New Appointments](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/wheely-safe-makes-new-appointments/): The first in-motion driver alert system for wheel loss, tyre pressure and brake overheating, Wheely Safe, has decided to drive its growth across the fleet market for cars, buses, coaches, vans, trucks, trailers and plant equipment, with two senior appointments.
- [IAG Cargo Q1 Financial Results From The First Quarter](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-q1-financial-results/): IAG Cargo has announced its financial results from the first quarter of 2018, reporting commercial revenues of €276 million over the period from January 1st to March 31st, an increase of 10.9% compared to 2017.
- [Galileo Maritime Academy in Thailand Wants to Attract More International Students](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/galileo-maritime-academy-in-thailand-wants-to-attract-more-international-students/): Galileo Maritime Academy, a Thailand based seafarer training facility founded in 2015, has become a popular destination for both advanced seafarers and entry level crew wishing to complete its STCW 2010 and the new updated STCW courses.
- [Schmid Transport Celebrates Its 70th Anniversary](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/schmid-transport-celebrates-its-70th-anniversary/): Transport and freight forwarder Schmid Transport and Spedition GmbH & Co is celebrating its 70th anniversary with the purchase of 33 new Box Liner container carriers from Krone for its national and international logistics operation.
- [Multimodal 2018 Approaches Supply Chain Problem](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/multimodal-2018-approaches-supply-chain-problem/): During Multimodal 2018, a panel of air freight experts agreed on the importance of everyone in the supply chain working together to find the best solutions.
- [IVECO Launches a Second Generation Parts Range](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/iveco-launches-a-second-generation-parts-range/): IVECO has launched NEXPRO, its own second generation parts line that will provide operators of light commercial vehicles and trucks with a competitively priced and growing range of new parts.
- [Contargo Tests out Its Terminal Operating System](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/contargo-tests-out-its-terminal-operating-system/): Contargo, the container hinterland network, is testing out how a self-developed Terminal Operating System (TOS) can be linked to crane controls by using a model made of plastic building bricks.
- [Intertruck Starts Collaboration with Textar](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/intertruck-starts-collaboration-with-textar/): Intertruck Group and TMD Friction have started collaboration with the Textar brand that will add value to both parties by enabling Intertruck to deliver all of the brand’s parts directly from stock.
- [Vacu-Lug at CV Show 2018](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/vacu-lug-at-cv-show-2018/): Vacu-Lug’s VMS Mobile, its new tyre management app, was the star of its stand at this year’s CV Show.
- [Innovative EPOS Software : EPOSENSE at RBTE](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/eposense-at-rbte-2018/): Star Micronics has announced that EPOSENSE, the innovative EPOS software company, will be showcasing its affordable Cloud-based till system on Stand F100 at RBTE 2018, taking place at Olympia, London, between the 2nd and 3rd of May.
- [Bibby Distribution Contract Renewal with Tayto](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bibby-distribution-secures-contract-renewal-with-tayto/): Bibby Distribution has secured a five-year renewal of its transport contract with Tayto, the largest British-owned crisp and snack manufacturer.
- [AFCO Launches Petition on Advisory Fuel Rates](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/afco-launches-petition-on-advisory-fuel-rates/): ACFO has launched a petition calling on HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to publish Advisory Fuel Rates for plug-in cars and is now urging the fleet industry to back it.
- [TyreSafe Awards Extends Deadline for Entries](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tyresafe-awards-extends-deadline-for-entries/): TyreSafe, the UK’s tyre safety awareness charity, has announced that it is extending the deadline for entry submissions for its awards until 5pm on Tuesday, the 8th of May.
- [Honda Brings Special Guest at Fleet Show 2018](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/honda-brings-special-guest-at-fleet-show-2018/): Honda will be joined at this year’s Fleet Show edition by British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) driver Matt Neal.
- [BIFA Urges Members to Attend the Transport Committee Inquiry](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bifa-urges-members-to-attend-the-transport-committee-inquiry/): The British International Freight Association (BIFA) is urging its members to participate in the Transport Committee inquiry, which will examine the potential effects of Brexit on UK freight operations and assess the preparatory steps operators, their customers and the Government need to take.
- [Fleet Management Seminar this May](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fleet-management-seminar-this-may/): This year’s ACFO spring seminar will focus on ‘Let’s Explore: Fleet Management for Today and Tomorrow’ and fleet managers are being urged to book their places.
- [New IAAF Vice President](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-iaaf-vice-president/): The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has appointed a new Vice President, Terry Knox, who will further add to the organisation’s wealth of industry expertise.
- [World's Largest Aircraft at Berlin ILA Air Show](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/worlds-largest-aircraft-at-berlin-ila-air-show/): ANTONOV Company, the owner of the world’s largest aircraft, the AN-225 Mriya, announced it is ready to provide additional support to the Strategic Airlift International Solution (SALIS) programme with the necessary number of AN-124-100 aircraft for strategic air transportations in the interest of NATO and EU nations.
- [Ogilvie Fleet Chosen by GUHG](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/ogilvie-fleet-chosen-by-guhg/): Grand Union Housing Group (GUHG) switched to a fully outsourced contract hire solution with Ogilvie Fleet for its 45 light commercial vehicles.
- [Krone Launches New Ordering System](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/krone-launches-new-ordering-system/): Krone has released a new ordering trailer parts system, which will speed up supply and guarantee accurate parts replacement for every one of its vehicle.
- [Davies Turner Partners up with China](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/davies-turner-partners-up-with-china/): The UK’s leading independent freight forwarding company, Davies Turner, will add an export LCL cargo service by rail from the UK to China, a year after the launch of a successful import LCL and FCL rail service in the other direction.
- [Loadmac Starts Partnership with Atlas UK](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/loadmac-starts-partnership-with-atlas-uk/): Loadmac Truck Mounted Forklifts has appointed Atlas Cranes UK as its exclusive sales and service provider in the country in an attempt to grow its UK market share.
- [DVLA Rule Comes into Effect this August](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/dvla-rule-comes-into-effect-this-august/): The DVLA has announced the new GDPR regulation which will apply to all private and public sector organisations processing Personal Data and receiving driver information from the DVLA.
- [The Arrival of the New WLTP](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/the-arrival-of-the-new-wltp/): With the arrival of the all-new Worldwide harmonised Light vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP), Puddy Vehicle Solutions (PVS) believes that fleet and company car demand for plug-in hybrid and zero emission electric vehicles is expected to increase.
- [New Research from Asset Alliance Group Available at CVS](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/new-research-from-asset-alliance-group-available-at-cvs/): Asset Alliance Group has published an exclusive new research at the Commercial Vehicle Show, stating that the majority of UK fleets predict business growth this year and in the future, despite challenger such as Brexit, new environmental legislation and driver shortages.
- [New Appointment at Air Partner : MD Ian Holder](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/new-appointment-at-air-partner/): Baines Simmons, part of Air Partner plc, has appointed Ian Holder as Managing Director.
- [Carmarthenshire Council Improves Fleet Safety](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/carmarthenshire-council-improves-fleet-safety/): Carmarthenshire County Council will be improving the safety of its fleet operators of 28 waste and recycling vehicles, as well as the general public, by installing the latest reversing aid technology, Reaclear, which will reduce the risk of reversing accidents.
- [Doosan Present at Multimodal 2018](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/doosan-present-at-multimodal-2018/): Multimodal 2018 will welcome Doosan, the leading manufacturer of robust high performance forklift trucks, which will be exhibiting alongside Rushlift GSE at hall 4, stand 7050.
- [Motors.co.uk Updates The Eye to Tackle Enquiries Issue](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/motors-co-uk-updates-the-eye-to-tackle-enquiries-issue/): Motors.co.uk announced that in March 2018, more than a fifth, 22%, of consumer telephone enquiries went unanswered by its dealers; therefore it is encouraging them to review missed enquiries from potential customers after updating to its consumer response tracking platform.
- [Michelin Tyre Makes Appointments for B2B Division](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/michelin-tyre-makes-appointments-for-b2b-division/): Michelin Tyre plc has made some key appointments to secure the future growth of the company in its B2B division in the UK and Ireland, which covers the agricultural, bus and coach, earthmover, truck and van sectors.
- [The NX Group Celebrates 8th Anniversary with Expansion Plans](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/the-nx-group-celebrates-8th-anniversary-with-expansion-plans/): The NX Group, a logistics firm specialising in secure warehousing, dependable freight and courier distribution, is celebrating its 8th anniversary with a major investment in its future growth.
- [Schmitz Cargobull Appointment for UK and Ireland](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/schmitz-cargobull-makes-new-appointment-for-uk-and-ireland/): Simon Mols was appointed by Schmitz Cargobull as telematics expert to provide consultancy to fleets in the UK and Ireland, making sure that cost savings and efficiencies can be maximised.
- [BAC Sold One Million Vehicles in One Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bac-sold-one-million-vehicles-in-one-year/): BCA has announced that during the 1,000 vehicle BMW Mega Sale staged at its Perry Barr remarketing centre in March it set a new annual sales record of one million vehicles sold in the UK in one year.
- [Xplore Dundee's New Managing Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/xplore-dundees-new-managing-director/): Xplore Dundee has appointed Christine McGlasson as the new Managing Director.
- [Hayton Coulthard Purchases Tiger Trailers Curtainsiders](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/hayton-coulthard-purchases-tiger-trailers-curtainsiders/): Tiger Trailers provided Hayton Coulthard, one of Scotland’s oldest haulage firms, with four new curtainsider trailers, after the firm saw impressive results from a seed trailer operating successfully in its fleet since 2016.
- [Grand Prix Express Signes Hire Agreement with Fraikin](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/grand-prix-express-signes-hire-agreement-with-fraikin/): Grand Prix Express and Fraikin signed a five year, full service contract hire agreement for three DAF rigid trucks.
- [Daish's Holidays Upgrades to TruTac](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/daishs-holidays-upgrades-trutac/): Daish’s Holidays, the UK coach holiday provider, has upgraded to TruTac for their tacho analysis and fleet support software.
- [BCA Appoints New COO](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/bca-appoints-new-coo/): Stuart Pearson is being promoted to Chief Operating Officer Remarketing Division (COO) within the BCA.
- [Stamco Ship Management Installs Naval Dome Security](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/stamco-ship-management-installs-naval-dome-security-system/): Stamco Ship Management has signed a contract with Naval Dome to install the maritime cyber security specialist’ defence system aboard 55 Pure Car and Truck Carriers (PCTC).
- [BIFA Is Present at Multimodal 2018](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bifa-is-present-at-multimodal-2018/): BIFA (British International Freight Association) has confirmed its presence at the upcoming Multimodal 2018 exhibition and conference.
- [Launch UK Reminds Technicians of Fluid and Filter Changes](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/launch-uk-reminds-technicians-of-fluid-and-filter-changes/): The leading supplier of ATF exchange equipment, Launch UK, would like to remind all technicians of the importance of carrying out regular fluid and filter changes at 75,000 miles or 50,000 miles for vehicles used in arduous conditions.
- [National Auto Parts Launches New Clutch Kits](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/national-auto-parts-launches-new-clutch-kits-2/): A number of new clutch kit references were launched by National Auto Parts, which will be part of an intensive new to range (NTR) programme designed to bring the very latest OE matching quality parts to the automotive aftermarket.
- [Ford & Slater Delivers in Record Time](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ford-slater-delivers-in-record-time/): One of the largest DAF dealership groups in the UK, Ford & Slater, provided Denby Transport, Lincoln based international haulier, with a brand new DAF FTG XF480 tractor unit in just one week and exceeded all expectations.
- [NX Courier Promotes One of Its Staff Members](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/nx-courier-promotes-one-of-its-staff-members/): NX Courier, part of The NX Group, has promoted a delivery driver from Milton Keynes, who has worked for the company for the last four years, to run the courier fleet.
- [Senator Purchases Trailers from Tiger](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/senator-purchases-trailers-from-tiger/): Tiger Trailers has helped Senator, a Lancashire-based furniture manufacturer, to expand its commercial vehicle fleet.
- [Michelin Introduces New Tyre Range](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/michelin-introduces-new-tyre-range/): Michelin is introducing a brand new tyre range, Michelin X Multi Energy, aimed at regional haulage operations where fleet bosses place a priority on fuel saving.
- [Manheim Celebrates the Strong Demand for LCV](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/manheim-celebrates-the-strong-demand-for-lcv/): Manheim, the UK’s number one commercial vehicle auction company, has announced a strong demand from buyers in March, with the average selling price holding firm at £5,643, just a 4% decrease on February, attributed to higher average mileage and age across vehicles.
- [Labcraft Launches New Lightning System](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/labcraft-launches-new-lightning-system/): A new underbody lightning system is in use at M Group Services Plant & Fleet Solutions, the specialist utility services provider.
- [New Marketing Manager at Automechanika Birmingham](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-marketing-manager-at-automechanika-birmingham/): Chloe Hyland was promoted to the role of Marketing Manager at Automechanika Birmingham, ahead of its third successive show taking place in June.
- [The future of our aircrafts: fuelled by waste?](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/the-future-of-our-aircrafts-fuelled-by-waste/): Flying is often part and parcel of holidaying abroad — but when it comes to our aeroplanes, we don’t think about what actually lifts them off of the ground.
- [SMPE Launch New Air Mass Meter Inserts](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/smpe-launch-new-air-mass-meter-inserts/): Four new Air Mass Meter inserts have been developed by Standard Motor Products Europe (SMPE), one of the UK’s largest independently owned automotive parts manufacturers and suppliers, at its headquarters in Nottingham, UK.
- [Retailers Must Minimise Obsolete Stock Risk](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/retailers-must-minimise-obsolete-stock-risk/): William Walker, sales director leading fulfilment specialist at Walker Logistics, warned retailers that they risk incurring both brand image and bottom line profit damage if their logistics services partners fail to operate efficient stock rotation processes that minimise the amount of deteriorating or even obsolete stock that they hold.
- [BCA Values for June](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bca-values-for-june/): BCA has seen a slight reduction in its June average LCV values, with values slipping by just £39 (0.5%) to £7,463, compared to May.
- [Frigoblock Showcases Portfolio at LoCITY Event](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/frigoblock-showcases-portfolio-at-locity-event/): The LoCITY roadshow in Twickenham, UK, welcomed the clean and sustainable refrigerated solutions for urban distribution operations from Frigoblock, a Transportation Solutions business of Ingersoll Rand.
- [Freight Service Awards Hosted by Olympic Champion](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/freight-service-awards-hosted-by-olympic-champion/): Double Olympic champion Dame Kelly Holmes has been selected by the BIFA (British International Freight Association) as the host for its annual Freight Service Awards competition.
- [Air Partner Helps in Lion Rescuing Mission](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-partner-helps-in-lion-rescuing-mission/): Air Partner has been asked to assist the Born Free Foundation in the successful relocation of a lion that had been kept illegally as an exotic pet in an apartment in Paris.
- [Six Degrees Helps AvantiGas with Multi-Cloud Platform](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/six-degrees-helps-avantigas-with-multi-cloud-platform/): AvantiGas, an international supplier of liquefied petroleum gases (LPG) and part of the UGI Corporation, has chosen Six Degrees, a UK-based cloud managed service provider, to build and host its data and IT services on a multi-cloud platform across 16 European countries.
- [Sparks Transport Switches to TruTac](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/sparks-transport-switches-to-trutac/): One of the largest privately-owned transport companies in the South West, Sparks Transport, has switched over to TruTac’s fleet management software and how has improved compliance control.
- [IMHX 2019 Only 20% of Space Left](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/imhx-2019-only-20-of-space-left/): IMHX 2019, the long running exhibition for the logistics sector, is on its way to deliver a massive array of intralogistics and supply chain solutions under one roof.
- [Krone Delivered Its 1000th Trailer to N&K](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/krone-delivered-its-1000th-trailer-to-nk/): Krone Fleet Denmark has delivered its 1,000th refrigerated trailer since 2010 to N&K Spedition, one of Krone’s largest refrigeration customers.
- [MAHLE Introduces New Products](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/mahle-introduces-new-products/): MAHLE Aftermarket is proving its determination to constantly introducing new products to meet ever-changing customer requirements with the newest additions to the Victor Reinz gasket range.
- [SMPE Awards Its Employees](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/smpe-awards-its-employees/): Four of Standard Motor Products Europe’s (SMPE) longest-serving employees have been awarded in recognition of their many years’ service at the company.
- [ANTONOV Airlines Sees Revenue Increase](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/antonov-airlines-sees-revenue-increase/): The air transportation division of ANTONOV Company - ANTONOV Airlines - saw an 81% revenue increase in 2017 compared to the year before.
- [Autoparts UK Supports Young Motor Racing Driver](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/autoparts-uk-supports-young-motor-racing-driver/): Autoparts UK will be sponsoring aspiring motor racing driver Ruaridh Clark in the Milltek Sport Volkswagen Racing Cup, regarded as the most exciting saloon car championship in the UK.
- [Manheim and Arval Sign Exclusive Contract](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/manheim-and-arval-sign-exclusive-contract/): Manheim, the leading UK provider of integrated products and services for the vehicle remarketing sector, and Arval have signed an exclusive contract for the delivery of services for 10,000 vehicles a year.
- [UKWA Releases Its Response to the Brexit Paper](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ukwa-releases-its-response-to-the-brexit-paper/): UKWA (the United Kingdom Warehousing Association), the UK’s only trade association dedicated to serving the vitally important warehousing and logistics sector, has released Peter Ward’s, CEO of UKWA, response to the publication of the Government's Brexit White Paper.
- [IVECO to Deliver the UK's Largest Ever Single Order](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/iveco-to-deliver-the-uks-largest-ever-single-order/): The largest order for single-fuel-gas-powered trucks of any manufacturer to-date in the UK is about to take place, with the online supermarket Ocado being set to take on 29 new IVECO Stralis NP tractor units.
- [IVECO Is a Low Emission Area at IAA 2018](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/iveco-is-a-low-emission-area-at-iaa-2018/): The 67th edition of the IAA Commercial Vehicles (IAA), taking place from the 20th of September to the 27th 2018, will see IVECO dedicating its presence to sustainable transport.
- [Ford and Slater Wins Apprenticeship of the Year Award](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/ford-and-slater-wins-apprenticeship-of-the-year-award/): Motor Transport Awards 2018 offered the ‘Apprenticeship of the Year’ award to Ford and Slater, one of the UK’s largest independent DAF dealership groups.
- [Carrier Transicold's Supra Receives PIEK Certification](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/carrier-transicolds-supra-receives-piek-certification/): The new compressed natural gas (CNG) powered Supra multi-temperature truck refrigeration unit from Carrier Transicold has received PIEK certification with a noise level below 60 dB.
- [Voith Delivers Ten More Electric Drive Systems to Helsinki](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/voith-delivers-ten-more-electric-drive-systems-to-helsinki/): Voith Digital Solutions Austria will be delivering its electric drive system to Transtech Oy, the Finnish rail vehicle supplier and part of the Skoda Transportation Group, for an additional ten ForCity Smart Artic low-floor trams.
- [Xplore Dundee Takes Golf Fans to The Open](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/xplore-dundee-takes-golf-fans-to-the-open/): Xplore Dundee will be taking golf fans to the hottest local sporting event of this summer - The 147th Open at Carnoustie.
- [IVECO Launches Stralis NP 460 6X2](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/iveco-launches-stralis-np-460-6x2/): The UK’s most eagerly-anticipated natural has truck - IVECO Stralis NP 460 6x2 tractor unit - has been launched.
- [Schmitz Cragobull UK Launches Telematics Programme](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/schmitz-cragobull-uk-launches-telematics-programme/): A telematics retrofit programme that can turn any reefer into a ‘smart’ trailer has been launched by Schmitz Cargobull UK and Ireland.
- [Novadata Helps Operators with DVSA Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/novadata-helps-operators-with-dvsa-scheme/): Novadata, the provider of a full range of Transport Training Courses, has launched a new Earned Recognition Preparation service, which will help organisations prepare to apply for membership of the new DVSA Earned Recognition scheme.
- [X-Ray Battles Driver Infringements with TruTac](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/x-ray-battles-driver-infringements-with-trutac-software/): A reduction in driver infringements and an increase in analysis management has been seen by the Colchester-based commercial transport consultants X-Ray Transport Management Services Ltd since their customers signed-up for TruTac’s compliance control software.
- [The Floow : Battle Against Driver Distraction](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/battle-against-driver-distraction/): A new industry study led by The Floow found that almost a third of British insurers (32%) believe they need access to data on actual driver behaviour in order to tackle the rising problem of driver distraction.
- [Crane Worldwide and AerFin Are the Perfect Team](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/crane-worldwide-and-aerfin-are-the-perfect-team/): Crane Worldwide Logistics and AerFin, a leading aftermarket supply and technical advisory organisation that provides end of life solutions to the aviation industry, have been working in partnership on a number of projects across the UK and internationally.
- [Arcese Orders IVECO Daily Natural Power Vehicle](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/arcese-orders-iveco-daily-natural-power-vehicle/): The first gas-powered light commercial vehicle has joined international logistics firm Arcese’s UK fleet.
- [Thermo King Named 'Best Brand' by the ETM Awards](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/thermo-king-named-best-brand-by-the-etm-awards/): The ETM Awards has named Thermo King, a leader in transport temperature control solutions for a variety of mobile applications, the ‘Best Brand’ in the ‘Refrigeration Units’ category for the 14th consecutive year.
- [Synergy Recycling Adds Ekeri Trailer to Its Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/synergy-recycling-adds-ekeri-trailer-to-its-fleet/): An Ekeri side opening trailer has been added by Synergy Recycling, the nationwide gas cylinder retrieval and management specialists, to its high-specification vehicle fleet.
- [Asset Alliance Secures Further Investment](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/asset-alliance-secures-further-investment/): Asset Alliance Group, the commercial vehicle specialists, has almost doubled its Asset Based Lending (ABL) facility to £145 million, after expanding its existing funding and securing backing from two more banks.
- [Tigers Opens New Office in Frankfurt](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/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 British Truck Racing Championship](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/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.
- [Narrow Aisle Ltd Achieves ISO 9001:2015](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/narrow-aisle-ltd-achieves-iso-90012015/): 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).
- [ADLV Urges Fleets to Increase Driving Licence Checks](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [MAHLE Aftermarket Wins Accolade from Road & Rally](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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’.
- [New Business Development Manager at B&B](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-business-development-manager-at-bb/): 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.
- [P&O Ferries Announces Highest Freight Volumes](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/po-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.
- [Carrier Transicold UK Delivers 15 Units to Swithenbank](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/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.
- [First IOSH-Approved Safety Management Training Course](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/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.
- [Best Companies in the Logistics Sector](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [One-Stop-Shop E-Tail Storage Solution](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/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.
- [Arvato Opened New Distribution Centre](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/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 NX Group Makes New Appointment](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/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.
- [Wendy Williamson Re-Elected to FIGIEFA Board](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/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.
- [Pall-Ex Launches Nexus](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/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.
- [McGill's Trials Its Zero-Emission Bus](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/mcgills-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.
- [MEI Names Air Partner Receives MEI Accolade](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/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.
- [Contargo Appoints New Managing Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/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.
- [ACFO & Fleet Consortium Network Discuss Fleet Management](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/acfo-and-global-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.
- [Zencargo Analyses Inefficient Supply Chains](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [Krone Delivers a Profi Liner to Evyan Transport](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/15362/): 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.
- [Sealane Chooses Schmitz Cargobull](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/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.
- [TTS Strengthens Its Position Within the RoPax Segment](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/tts-strengthens-its-position/): 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.
- [BCA and BMW UK Agree on Contract](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bca-and-bmw-uk-agree-on-contract/): A five-year Auto Services Solutions contract has been agreed between BCA Marketplace and BMW UK.
- [BIFA Comments on Heathrow Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/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.
- [Dealer Pro Has Been Upgraded](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/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.
- [Bibby Distribution Announces Its Driver of the Year Winners](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [Xplore Dundee's Updated App Is Launching](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/xplore-dundees-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.
- [Dundee's Penguin Parade Is Back with 80 statues!](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/dundees-penguin-parade-is-back/): Dundee’s Penguin Parade started during the weekend when 80 statues hit the streets of the city and surrounding areas.
- [Activa Contracts Provides Mobile Repairs Service](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/activa-contracts-provides-customers-with-nationwide-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.
- [Krone Sponsors FIA ETRC](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [The NWG Innovation Festival 2018](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [Collett Delivered Thirteen Cargoes to London](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/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.
- [Mediafleet Helps Rebrand Milk & More](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [CPL Transport Chooses Stralis Trucks from IVECO](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/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.
- [MyVehicle App Comes with New Features](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/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.
- [ACFO's Webinar Talks About Fuel](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/acfos-webinar-talks-about-fuel/): Expert speakers at ACFO’s third webinar announced that diesel will “absolutely” remain a key fuel and an “indispensable” part of the air quality solution, but electric vehicles were now “mainstream and now a compromise”.
- [LDV Appoints New Dealer Development Manager](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/ldv-appoints-new-dealer-development-manager/): Peter Johnson has been appointed by LDV as Dealer Development Manager for the UK.
- [Summit Discusses Cyber Risk Issues in Maritime Industry](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/summit-discusses-cyber-risk-issues-in-maritime-industry/): The European Maritime Cyber Risk Management summit held in London focused on discussing ship cyber security breaches and how they can be avoided by implementing cutting edge technology and policies to prevent crews from inadvertently infecting shipboard systems.
- [Survey Reveals Dealers Are Opting for Stocking Plans](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/survey-reveals-dealers-are-opting-for-stocking-plans/): According to the latest dealer insight survey from Manheim, dealers are overwhelmingly opting to use stocking plans and their own capital for stock acquisition, with nearly one in four part-exchanges retained for resale.
- [Showcard Print Keeps Choosing Rushlift](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/showcard-print-keeps-choosing-rushlift/): Showcard Print has become one of Europe’s largest manufacturers of point-of-sale printed material, supplying the UK’s biggest retailers and readily recognised brands.
- [The Importance of Smart Charging for EVs](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/the-importance-of-smart-charging-for-evs/): Danny Jones, Founder and CEO of Off Grid Energy, a leading energy technology company, is stressing the importance of battery storage and smart charging systems as the take up in EVs increases exponentially.
- [Polymer Logistics Wins FreshAwards Accolade](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/polymer-logistics-wins-freshawards-accolade/): The Best Business Service Partner in Supply Chain Excellence at the FreshAwards 2018 award was given to Polymer Logistics, a leading international provider of ‘One-Touch/Retail Packaging (RRP)’ Solutions.
- [Helsby and Longden Acquire Krone Coil Liners](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/helsby-and-longden-acquire-krone-coil-liners/): In order to extend its services further into the steel transport sector, Helsby and Longden, one of Cheshire’s leading transport, distribution and warehousing companies, has invested in six Krone Coil Liners.
- [Jurmala Business Aviation Forum Confirmed for August](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/jubaf-confirmed-for-august/): Get ready for the Jurmala Business Aviation Forum (JUBAF), taking place in Jurmala, Latvia, between the 16th and 18th of August 2018.
- [Cargobase Launches Cargobase Mercado](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/cargobase-launches-cargobase-mercado/): Cargobase Mercade, the world’s first online curated multi-freight mode marketplace, has just been launched by Cargobase, the independent platform bridging the tech gap between shippers and providers.
- [BCA Releases Its May Values](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bca-releases-its-may-values/): BCA has managed to keep its prices firm during May due to the high demand from buyers.
- [Energi Mine and Electra Commercial Vehicles Become Partners](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/energi-mine-and-electra-commercial-vehicles-become-partners/): Energi Mine and Electra Commercial Vehicles have announced a partnership that will deliver a rewards programme, based on the Ethereum ERC-20 standard, which financially incentivises the conversion of ‘dirty’ heavy goods vehicles to zero-emission electric vehicles (EVs) that operate within urban environments.
- [Get Ready for the Customs Declaration Service!](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/get-ready-for-the-customs-declaration-service/): Since being introduced in 1994, HMRC’s CHIEF computer system for submitting customs declarations in the UK has served the trade well in the quarter century; however, as delegates at seminars held last week were told, it is time to move on onto the next chapter.
- [Nestlé and XPO Logistics Are Collaborating](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/nestle-and-xpo-logistics-are-collaborating/): A 638,000 square foot distribution centre is co-created by Nestlé, the world’s largest food and drink company, and XPO Logistics, a leading global provider of transport and logistics solutions.
- [Tigers Acquires New Facility in Shanghai](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/tigers-acquires-new-facility-in-shanghai/): Supply chain specialist Tigers has relocated to a new facility in Shanghai, China, which contains two warehouses to ensure the company overcomes space restraints from its previous operation and meets growing customer demand.
- [Low-cost airline Pegasus Signs Deal with Nile Air](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/pegasus-signs-deal-with-nile-air/): Pegasus, Turkey’s leading low-cost airline, has signed a codeshare agreement with Nile Air, Egypt’s largest private airline, which will see Pegasus guests being able to purchase flights from Pegasus channels for the Nile Air flights between Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport and Cairo as of 15 June 2018.
- [The NX Group Supports MND Awareness](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/the-nx-group-supports-mnd-awareness/): The NX Group, a national logistics, warehousing, and courier firm, is raising awareness of Motor Neurone Disease (MND) in the run-up to Global MND Awareness Day on Thursday, the 21st of June.
- [Kersey Freight Creates Northern Depot](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/kersey-freight-creates-northern-depot/): Suffolk-based Kersey Freight, which is headquartered at Hadleigh, has invested more than 1 million in creating a northern depot in East Yorkshire.
- [McCue will be celebrating its 30th anniversary this year](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/mccue-turns-30/): McCue will be celebrating its 30th anniversary this year by diversifying into two new and exciting markets – airports and docks.
- [Andover Delivers Versatile Truck to Forkers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/andover-delivers-versatile-truck-to-forkers/): Andover Trailers has delivered an expertly engineered plant body and drawbar combination to civil and ground engineering firm Forkers, in order to help it improve the efficiency of its heavy-duty drilling operations.
- [Voith and Siemens Sign Collaboration Agreement](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/voith-and-siemens-sign-collaboration-agreement/): Voith and Siemens have signed a cooperation agreement to develop a condition monitoring solution for the Voith Scharfenberg.
- [ATOM's New Customer Portal Unveiled at EBACE](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/atoms-new-customer-portal/): The ATOM’s new customer portal was unveiled at EBACE 2018 by Flight Consulting Group, a Latvian business aviation holding company, allowing business aviation customers to leverage instant and easy access to all necessary information in a real time mode.
- [BCA Brighouse Celebrates 45th Anniversary with Special Sales](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bca-brighouse-celebrates-45th-anniversary-with-special-sales/): BCA Brighouse will be celebrating its 45th anniversary with a week of special sales in June.
- [Walker Logistics Manage Avenida Home's Supply Chain](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/walker-logistics-to-manage-avenida-homes-supply-chain/): Walker Logistics has been appointed by Avenida Home, an independently owned company that produces a collection of handmade placemats, drinks coasters, table mats and other homeware items, as the manager of its UK supply chain.
- [Jim French from PD Ports' Receives MBE](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/jim-french-from-pd-ports-receives-mbe/): An MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List has been awarded to Jim French, PD Ports’ Director Portcentric Logistics and former RHA (Road Haulage Association) Chairman, for services to young people in the transport industry.
- [Bibby Distribution Makes New Appointment](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/bibby-distribution-makes-new-appointment/): Marcus Torincsi has just been named as Continuous Improvement Director by Bibby Distribution, which is a new boardroom role focused on enhancing customer service and maximising efficiency.
- [Kuehne + Nagel Welcomed at Budapest Airport](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/kuehne-nagel-welcomed-at-budapest-airport/): One of the leading logistics companies worldwide and the market leader in Hungary, Kuehne + Nagel, has been welcomed at Budapest Airport, ahead of the construction of Cargo City, a new dedicated freight centre, which will commence this summer.
- [Transaid's 20th Anniversary Challenge Starts in One Year](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/transaids-20th-anniversary-challenge-starts-in-one-year/): Transaid’s 20th anniversary cycle challenge is starting in a year, when riders from across the transport and logistics industry will be trying to finish the journey from Land’s End to John O’Groats (LEJOG).
- [Manheim Figures Reflect on LCV Market](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/manheim-figures-reflect-on-lcv-market/): The UK’s number one commercial vehicle auction company, Manheim, has released figures that reflected a strong and growing LCV market.
- [ACFO Webinar on Fleet Fuels](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/acfo-webinar-on-fleet-fuels/): ACFO’s third webinar will focus on fleet fuels of the future, as it is one of the biggest issues facing fleet managers today.
- [vGroup to Expand Its vComms Division](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/vgroup-to-expand-its-vcomms-division/): Ryan Godfrey has been appointed by vGroup International, the UK’s leading provider of motor accessory essentials, to head up its one-stop shop vComms division in an attempt to expand its national mobile car and van accessory fitment service across the fleet and leasing industries and to franchise dealer groups.
- [Tiger Trailers Gets a New Facility in Winsford](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/tiger-trailers-gets-a-new-facility/): Tiger Trailers is expanding its territory with the construction of a new, £22 million factory in Winsford, which will enable the company to double annual production output to around 3,000 trailers and bodies, as well as creating a further 120 skilled jobs over the next three years.
- [Road Deaths Without Seatbelts Reaches Staggering Levels](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/british-recorded-road-deaths-without-seatbelts-reaches-staggering-percentage/): It is believed that up to one in four deaths can be prevented.
- [UK Remanufacturing Championed in Frankfurt](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uk-remanufacturing-championed/): Following the UK’s successful attendance at Automechanika Frankfurt, Roadlink International said the country’s remanufacturing sector is still the “envy of the world”.
- [CoolKit Delivers Vehicles to Chunk of Devon](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/coolkit-delivers-chunk-of-devon/): Simon Baker, General Manager at Chunk of Devon, said ordering vehicles through CoolKit has been as easy as pie.
- [Monmore Autoparts Raises £500 for Charity](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/monmore-autoparts-raises-500-for-charity/): Monmore Autoparts, the Wolverhampton based motor factor, has managed to raise more than £500 after its staff completed the Wolverhampton 20K cycle marathon on Sunday, the 2nd of September, at West Park.
- [Electronic Ticket Machines : First Bus Ticketer Is a Success](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/first-bus-ticketer-is-a-success/): Ticketer has completed the national installation of over 5,500 contactless Electronic Ticket Machines (ETMs) for First Bus in record time.
- [Farol Acquires New Andover Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/farol-acquires-new-andover-trailers/): Farol, the agricultural plant specialist has taken delivery of a new Andover Trailers tri-axle step frame, a decision made on the back of years of impressive performance from two Andover-built plant bodies and a drawbar trailer.
- [Zencargo Announced Over $4m in Funding Raised](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/zencargo-raised-4m-funding/): Zencargo announced that its seed plus round, led by LocalGlobe, with participation from Samos Investments and Picus Capital has brought total funding raised to over $4 million.
- [Alliance Automotive Sponsors IAAF Awards](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/alliance-automotive-sponsors-iaaf-awards/): This year’s IAAF Annual Awards and Dinner, taking place on the 6th of December, will be sponsored once again by Alliance Automotive UK (AAUK), the leading automotive trading group.
- [Pall-Ex Raises Money for Macmillan by Baking](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/pall-ex-raises-money/): Pall-Ex hosted its own Great British Bake Off competition to raise money for Macmillan, raising an impressive £124 for the cancer charity’s coffee morning appeal thanks to a contest judged by former Great British Bake Off: The Professionals contestant, Marta Child, and Pall-Ex’s resident foodie, Hub Coordinator, Toby Iliffe.
- [Total Supports Buses and HGVs on Low Emission Journeys](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/total-supports-buses-and-hgvs-on-low-emission-journey/): In a bid to tackle toxic air pollution, the world's first ultra low emission zone (ULEZ) will come into force in central London from April 2019.
- [Dematic Launches Solution for Faster E-Commerce](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/dematic-launches-e-commerce-solution/): A turnkey, automated packing and labelling solution for consolidating and bagging e-commerce orders for dispatch has been launched by Dematic.
- [Chemodex Awarded Certificate of Excellence](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/chemodex-awarded-certificate/): Chemodex has been awarded a Certificate of Excellence by Exol Lubricants for becoming the first distributor to hit one million litres of purchased Exol product within a calendar year.
- [Grocontinental Signs New Tyre Management Contract](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/grocontinental-signs-new-tyre-management-contract/): Grocontinental, a major logistics provider, and Michelin have signed a three-year EFFITIRES™ tyre management contract.
- [Thermo King Brings Bus Sustainable Technologies](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/bus-sustainable-technologies/): Bus business of Thermo King, a leader in transport temperature control solutions for a variety of mobile applications and a brand of Ingersoll Rand, will welcome visitors at the booth #C18, in Hall 11 of the IAA Show in Hannover, Germany, from the 20th to the 27th of September 2018.
- [Bibby Distribution Reduces Carbon Footprint for 5th Year](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/bibby-distribution-reduces-carbon-footprint-for-5th-year/): Bibby Distribution has successfully reduced its carbon footprint for a fifth consecutive year thanks to its expanded sustainability strategy.
- [IAAF Announces Its Autumn Industry Briefing Sessions](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/iaaf-announces-its-autumn-industry-briefing-sessions/): Details of IAAF’s next two Industry Briefing Sessions have been announced, taking place in October and November respectively.
- [Brake Engineering Expands Calipers Range](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/brake-engineering-expands-calipers-range/): Brake Engineering has expanded its range of original colour painted calipers for the independent aftermarket, as it continues to meet demand from garages.
- [Waitrose Tests Syberia TWINCOOL Refrigeration](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/syberia-twincool-engineless-refrigeration-system/): Waitrose & Partners is conducting a low emissions trial of a Carrier Transicold engineless Syberia TWINCOOL multi-temperature refrigeration unit specified on a natural gas-powered truck.
- ['Brexit and Aviation' Paper from Baines Simmons](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/brexit-and-aviation-paper-from-baines-simmons/): A paper entitled “Brexit and Aviation” has been published by Baines Simmons, part of the Training & Consultancy division of global aviation services group Air Partner, as an interpretation of the UK Government’s white paper ‘The Future relationship between the UK and the EU’, published in July 2018.
- [Exhaust Quality Is the Focus for MTS & BullsEye](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/exhaust-quality-is-the-focus-for-mts-bullseye/): MTS exhausts & BullsEye Car Parts have successfully held a workout with garages, promoting the quality of the exhaust brand and its ease of fitment.
- [Woody Express Praises Asset Alliance's Approach](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/woody-express-praises-asset-alliances-approach/): Scottish haulier Woody’s Express has hailed Asset Alliance’s flexible approach to contract hire, excellent customer service and quick delivery times, following delivery of three new DAF 6x2 tractor units and five new Montracon tri-axle trailers on a three-year, full-service agreement.
- [Innovative New Headquarters for DB Schenker](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/innovative-new-headquarters/): DB Schenker, the international logistics giant, has set benchmarks with its new headquarters in Essen.
- [New Appointment at MAHLE Aftermarket UK](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-appointment-at-mahle-aftermarket-uk/): Richard Clarke has been appointed as Head of Technical, Product Marketing & Customer Services & Regional Sales Manager by MAHLE Aftermarket, bringing to the business an impressive track record and a wealth of experience from within both MAHLE and the automotive sector to the team.
- [McCue Provides Safety Inside 'The Golden Triangle'](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/mccue-provides-safety/): A recent national television report from the BBC has focused on the phenomenal growth of warehousing space.
- [Great Bear Distribution Acquires Trailers with Joloda System](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/great-bear-distribution-acquires-trailers-with-joloda-system/): Great Bear Distribution, the third-party logistics provider, is celebrating its long-standing contract with Cereal Partners Worldwide with the acquisition of two new tri-axle curtainsider trailers, each fitted with the ultra-efficient Hydraroll loading system from Joloda International.
- [First Tiger Trailers Delivery for HPH](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/first-tiger-trailers-delivery-for-hph/): Parkinson Haulage (HPH) has taken delivery of its first Tiger-built curtainsiders, with 23 tri-axle models joining its 150-strong trailer fleet.
- [IAAF : Mike Smallbone to Head of Membership Development](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/iaaf-promotes-mike-smallbone/): The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) announced that Mike Smallbone has been promoted to the position of Head of Membership Development.
- [Opex Logistics Acquire Krone Curtainsiders for Aerospace](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/opex-logistics-acquire-krone-curtainsiders-for-aerospace-handling/): Five Krone Profi Liner curtainsiders have been added by Opex Logistics, the transport and freight-handling specialists, to their UK and European fleet.
- [AMCO Services International Win Contract with Morgan](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/amco-services-international-win-contract-with-morgan-motor-company/): Morgan Motor Company appointed AMCO Services International to ship and distribute finished vehicles to their world-wide dealerships.
- [Caledonian Logistics Sponsors Trailer Stage](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/caledonian-logistics-sponsors-trailer-stage/): Caledonian Logistics, one of Scotland’s leading distribution specialists, and Cairngorm Brewery have joined forces to sponsor a stage, using one of the company’s trailers, at one of the largest Harley Davidson Owners Group Rallies’ in the UK.
- [Transaid & MMV Completed Programme Against Malaria](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/transaid-and-mmv-successfully-completed-a-programme-against-malaria/): Transaid and Medicines for Malaria Venture (MMV), in collaboration with a consortium of partners and the Zambian National Malaria Elimination Centre (NMEC), have completed the 12-month MAMaZ Against Malaria (MAM) programme pilot with exceptional success – saving the lives of many children in Serenje district, Zambia.
- [M&N Transport Goes for Michelin's EFFITRAILER System](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/mn-transport-goes-for-michelins-effitrailer-system/): Following a successful three-month trial, Wiltshire-based M&N Transport has taken on 10 of Michelin’s EFFITRAILERTM telematics system.
- [BCA and VWFS Held Record Breaking Event](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bca-and-vwfs-held-record-breaking-event/): A record sale has been staged by BCA at the Perry Barr remarketing hub on the 21st of August, as over 1,000 vehicles were offered for auction from Volkswagen Financial Services UK (VWFS), The 1,000 vehicle event on behalf of VWFS at Perry Barr was the largest physical entry by a single vendor on one day at BCA and attracted a huge audience of buyers.
- [Cemex / VPG Onboard Weighing - Innovation In Tipper Safety](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/cemex-vpg-onboard-weighing-innovation-in-tipper-safety/): The safe use of tipping vehicles has long been a concern in the bulk marketplace, particularly in the case of tipping trailers.
- [Walker Logistics Reduces Packaging Amount](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/walker-logistics-reduces-packaging-amount/): Following a comprehensive review of internal processes at its 250,000 sq. ft.
- [TimoCom Rebrands Itself at IAA](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/timocom-rebrands-itself-at-iaa/): Europe’s leading logistics IT and data specialist, TimoCom, will be on site at the IAA Commercial Vehicles 2018 in Hanover, from the 20th until the 27th of September, with a fundamentally revised brand presentation and new IT solutions, ready to provide users with better visibility and networking along the entire transport chain.
- [Euro Car Parts Supports Your Car, Your Choice Campaign](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/euro-car-parts-supports-your-car-your-choice-campaign/): Euro Car Parts has lent its support to the Your Car, Your Choice campaign and offered its backing of motorists’ right to choose.
- [Ford & Slater Apprentices Compete in Charity Truck-Pull](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/ford-slater-apprentices-compete-in-charity-truck-pull/): Apprentices from DAF dealer Ford & Slater are pushing themselves to the limit in the ultimate battle of strength, stamina and team work – a one-of-a-kind charity truck-pull race with the goal of raising £2,500 for Teenage Cancer Trust.
- [BlockMaster Attachments Improve Productivity](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/blockmaster-attachments-improve-productivity-at-maen-karne/): The Maen Karne Group comprises of Maen Karne Aggregates and Maen Karne Concrete Products.
- [CMS Appoints New Managing Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/cms-appoints-new-managing-director/): Mark Calladine has been appointed by CMS, part of The Delivery Group, as its new Managing Director.
- [SMPE Extends Its Engine Management Portfolio](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/smpe-extends-its-engine-management-portfolio/): Standard Motor Products Europe (SMPE), one of the UK's largest independently owned automotive parts manufacturers and suppliers, has extended its engine management portfolio across several of its house brands with the introduction of further new products.
- [H2Ecommerce Increases Facility Capacity with Flexi Technology](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/h2ecommerce-increases-facility-capacity-with-flexi-technology/): H2Ecommerce (H2E) undertook pallet storage warehousing along with a range of retail fulfilment and logistics services on behalf of a string of clients spread across industries such as printing and pet supplies.
- [Export Market Growth for National Auto Parts](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/export-market-growth-for-national-auto-parts/): National Auto Parts has experienced considerable growth in export markets in the past year, as the company looks to fly the flag for UK engineering at Automechanika Frankfurt.
- [WAI Introduces Rotating Electric Products](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/wai-introduces-rotating-electric-products/): New rotating electric products have been added to the WAI global range, highlighting its commitment to bringing to market products that meet customer demand and provide greater vehicle coverage.
- [Xplore Dundee Reveals Its Electric Bus Route](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/xplore-dundee-reveals-its-electric-bus-route/): Xplore Dundee's brand new, electric bus route will launch just after the opening of the V&A.
- [Krone Presents Customised 360° Services at IAA](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/krone-presents-practical-vehicles-and-customised-360-services-at-iaa/): This year’s Krone motto ‘Clever Connections’ for the IAA Commercial Vehicles stands for cleverly connecting the transport world and creating first-class added value.
- [New Head of Human Resources at TX Logistik AG](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-head-of-human-resources-at-tx-logistik-ag/): TX Logistik AG in Troisdorf (North Rhine-Westphalia) has chosen Sabine Peters as the new Head of Human Resources, to start on the 1st of September 2018.
- [The NX Group Keeps Its Staff Healthy and Hydrated](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/the-nx-group-keeps-its-staff-healthy-and-hydrated/): A national logistics, warehousing and courier firm is urging its fleet drivers, warehouse operatives and head office employees to stay healthy and hydrated whilst at work, by giving out free health and wellbeing packs full of information, food and drink.
- [GA Pet Food Partners Received Pallet Box Delivery](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/ga-pet-food-partners-received-pallet-box-delivery/): Goplasticpallets.com has just completed one of its most challenging pallet box deliveries to date, delivering a whopping 19,750 plastic pallet boxes to Europe’s leading manufacturer of own label premium dry pet foods, GA Pet Food Partners.
- [Optimal UK Implements Electronic Trading into Its Business](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/optimal-uk-implements-electronic-trading-into-its-business/): As part of its plans to grow substantially in the automotive aftermarket in the next few years, Optimal UK has implemented electronic trading with customers into its business.
- [Sign Language Signs up to ICFM's Corporate Investor Programme](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/sign-language-signs-up-to-icfms-corporate-investor-programme/): ICFM’s rapidly expanding Corporate Investor Programme has been joined by Sign Language, the fleet vehicle livery and branding specialist.
- [B&B Attachments Provides Solution for G.R. Wade & Son](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/bb-attachments-provides-solution-for-g-r-wade-son/): Based in Nottinghamshire, G.R. Wade & Son is a recognised expert in the transportation of building materials for all types of construction projects.
- [Leasys and Manheim Extend Partnership](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/leasys-and-manheim-extend-partnership/): Manheim has signed a three-year partnership extension with Leasys UK, which will allow the two companies to continue working together on a national sales programme until at least 2021.
- [Bus Vannin Launches ZipTrip App](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/bus-vannin-launches-ziptrip-app/): Bus Vannin is the latest Ticketer customer to launch the company’s app, ZipTrip, which the operator claims will transform the way people get around the Isle of Man by bus.
- [Time to mitigate the risk of a ‘no-deal’ Brexit?](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/time-to-mitigate-the-risk-of-a-no-deal-brexit/): What happens on 29th March 2019 when the UK leaves the European Union is pretty much anyone’s guess, and it is this huge uncertainty over what form of Brexit we may experience at our borders that is putting the UK supply chain at great risk.
- [Pegasus Relaunches Pegasus BolBol](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/pegasus-relaunches-pegasus-bolbol/): Pegasus, the airline that believes it’s everyone’s right to fly, relaunched its frequent flyer programme, “Pegasus BolBol”, now offering guests even more benefits and rewards.
- [Ford & Slater Apprentice Shortlisted for Award](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/ford-slater-apprentice-shortlisted-for-apprentice-of-the-year/): In the same year that Ford & Slater took home ‘Apprenticeship of the Year’ at the prestigious Motor Transport awards, Ford & Slater third-year apprentice, Sonny Meijer, has been shortlisted Apprentice of the Year 2018 - not once, but twice!
- [Yellow Buses Introduces Contactless Payments](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/yellow-buses-introduces-contactless-payments/): Yellow Buses has made it even easier to travel by introducing contactless payments.
- [The Automotive Aftermarket Opts for IT Efficiencies](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/the-automotive-aftermarket-opts-for-it-efficiencies/): According to PACT, the joint venture between eparts and TecCom, automotive aftermarket motor factors are opting for greater IT efficiencies and connection with suppliers.
- [CPS Drivelink Signs up to PACT](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/cps-drivelink-signs-up-to-pact/): The latest automotive business to sign up to PACT and embrace electronic trading with parts distributors in the automotive aftermarket is CPS Drivelink.
- [Ball Truckin' Transport Chooses Ford & Slater as Provider](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/ball-truckin-transport-chooses-ford-slater-as-sole-provider/): Ford & Slater has been chosen for the third year running by family run haulage company, Ball Truckin’ Transport, as sole provider of Genuine DAF parts and TRP all makes parts.
- [BCA Results for July with Strength of Market](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bca-results-for-july/): Seasonal pressures saw the headline average value slip by just £178 (1.8%) to £9,463 from the June results for BCA.
- [ACFO Wins Battle for Fuel Rate](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/acfo-wins-battle-for-fuel-rate/): HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has bowed to campaigning from ACFO, the UK’s premier fleet decision-makers’ organisation, and will introduce an Advisory Fuel Rate for 100% electric cars from the 1st of September 2018.
- [BIFA Responds to Felixstowe Statement](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/bifa-responds-to-felixstowe-statement/): Responding to a statement by the owners of the port of Felixstowe that its recently introduced new terminal operating system (TOS) is now ‘stable’, Robert Keen, Director General of the British International Freight Association (BIFA) said: “Our members still face significant problems at the port with shipping lines cancelling calls; or operating a cut-and-run policy, where the ship leaves before all containers that are booked are loaded, or discharged.
- [Wincanton Reaches Pension Scheme Agreement](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/wincanton-reaches-pension-scheme-agreement/): Wincanton, a leading provider of supply chain solutions in the UK & Ireland, has reached an agreement with the Trustee of the Wincanton Pension Scheme (the ‘Scheme’) on the 2017 triennial valuation (the '2017 valuation') and recovery plan.
- [New Brand Identity for EXEROS Technologies Unveiled](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/a-fresh-new-brand-identity-for-exeros-technologies-unveiled/): Since 2009, EXEROS Technologies has been a pioneering force in vehicle safety technology, providing smart camera solutions to safeguard transport fleets nationwide.
- [Manhattan Associates Selected by Matahari to Drive Business Growth](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/manhattan-associates-selected-by-matahari-to-drive-business-growth/): Manhattan Associates, Inc.(NASDAQ: MANH) has been selected by PT Matahari Department Store Tbk (Matahari Department Store), the leading Indonesian department store retailer, to enable new supply chain processes and maximise service levels across its growing omnichannel retail operations.
- [Lancashire Logistics Impressed by Schmitz Cargobull](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/lancashire-logistics-impressed-by-schmitz-cargobull/): Lancashire Logistics is looking at switching its entire fleet to Schmitz Cargobull’s trailer telematics after being impressed by the system’s capabilities following the acquisition of six new reefers.
- [U-Freight Group Makes Two Promotions](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/u-freight-group-makes-two-promotions/): The Hong Kong-headquartered international freight services and logistics group, U-Freight Group Ltd (UFL), has promoted two key executives to a management team created almost a decade ago tasked with devising and implementing strategic initiatives to help move the company forwards.
- [Rentool Receives New Andover Plant Body](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/rentool-receives-new-andover-plant-body/): Rentool, the plant-hire specialist, has recently received its latest bespoke-built Andover Trailers plant body, having ordered its first Andover build more than 15 years ago.
- [Create the Packaging Zone with BITO](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/create-the-packaging-zone-with-bito/): Edward Hutchison, managing director of BITO Storage Systems, is urging one-stop-shop Suppliers to integrate the packaging zone, as it is one of the vital components of a fulfilment solution.
- [Masabi Software-as-a-Service ticketing and payments](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/mobile-ticketing-from-masabi/): Masabi is bringing Software-as-a-Service ticketing and payments to Lurraldebus, the Spanish intercity public transport service with more than 250 buses operating in Gipuzkoa, launched using the Justride platform.
- [Jurmala Business Aviation Forum Launches Agenda](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/jurmala-business-aviation-forum-launches-agenda/): Jurmala Business Aviation Forum (JUBAF) has released the agenda of the event that will take place in Jurmala, Latvia, between the 16th and 18th of August 2018.
- [Acumen Invests in Four New Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/acumen-invests-in-four-new-trailers/): Acumen Automotive Logistics is investing in a further four hard-sided enclosed trailers to meet rising demand from prestige vehicle manufacturers, dealers, fleets and private owners for covered vehicle movements.
- [Asset Alliance Acquires Hanbury Riverside](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/asset-alliance-acquires-hanbury-riverside/): Asset Alliance Group has expanded its UK presence by acquiring highly regarded commercial vehicle specialists, Hanbury Riverside, based in West Thurrock.
- [Michelin Tyres Prove Their Potential](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/michelin-tyres-prove-their-potential/): Michelin has received just 1,391 eligible claims for damage from nearly 250,000 tyres sold in the UK and Ireland - a claim rate of just 0.59% - two years after launching the industry’s first and only accidental tyre damage guarantee for its regional and on/off-road commercial vehicle tyre ranges, demonstrating its unrivalled product quality.
- [Carrier Transicold Northern Ireland Wins Partner Award](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/carrier-transicold-northern-ireland-wins-partner-of-the-year-award/): County Down-based Carrier Transicold Northern Ireland was named Network Service Partner of the Year at Carrier Transicold UK’s Performance Assessment and Competitive Excellence (PACE) awards for the second year running.
- [Increased Demand for Caravans at BCA](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/increased-demand-for-caravans-at-bca/): BCA is expecting a big turnout for the next Caravan & Motorhome sale at Nottingham on the 9th of August, as Brits are experiencing one of the best summers on record.
- [Kinaxia Group Installs TruTac](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/kinaxia-group-installs-trutac/): The TruTac software has been installed in all companies part of the Kinaxia Logistics Group, in order to ensure that the Group is operating safely and efficiently, while also being fully compliant with regulations.
- [Schiphol Cargo Releases Mid-Year Figures](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/schiphol-cargo-releases-mid-year-figures/): A 2.3% volume increase has been reported by Schiphol Cargo in belly cargo figures, with China and the US remaining the strongest markets., while an extension of the network also led to growth in Latin America.
- [Fontaine Launches New Range at IAA Show](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fontaine-launches-new-range-at-iaa-show/): Fontaine Fifth Wheel will be launching its latest range of fifth wheel couplings at this year’s IAA show, on stand E02, Hall 26 from 20th to 27th September.
- [Tigers Adds Cobb to Its eShop](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/tigers-adds-cobb-to-its-eshop/): Portable cooker retailer Cobb is having its e-commerce requirement in Hong Kong fulfilled by supply chain specialist Tigers through its online marketplace, the Tigers eShop.
- [Fraikin Technician Wins Top Tech Challenge](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/fraikin-technician-wins-top-tech-challenge/): Fraikin’s Top Tech Challenge, which recognises and promotes the excellence and expertise of Fraikin Group employees across Europe and Middle East, has been won by a technician from the UK.
- [Rajant Starts Partnership with Wabtec Corporation](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/rajant-starts-partnership-with-wabtec-corporation/): A leading provider of mobile wireless mesh networks, Rajant, has entered into a strategic partnership with Wabtec Corporation, a leading supplier of value-added, technology based products and services for freight rail, passenger transit and select industrial markets, in order to accelerate the growth of Rajant’s connectivity solutions in the global rail industry, ushering in the next wave of innovation for passenger and freight systems and bringing new capabilities to the industry.
- [IVECO Is the Best Choice for Gas and Diesel](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/iveco-is-the-best-choice-for-gas-and-diesel/): Major European publications conducted road press tests that confirmed that IVECO is the best choice for both gas and diesel.
- [P&O Ferrymasters Adds New Service on Popular Route](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/po-ferrymasters-adds-new-service-on-popular-route/): P&O Ferrymasters added a sixth service every week to its train link between Poznan in Poland and Europe’s busiest port at Rotterdam due to rising demand for freight transport.
- [New DVSA Earned Recognition Scheme from Jaama](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/new-dvsa-earned-recognition-scheme-from-jaama/): A new Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) Earned Recognition Scheme module has been launched by Jaama in order to enable commercial vehicle operators to create, store and manage compliance data.
- [vGroup Launches vPlate](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/vgroup-launches-vplate/): The UK’s leading provider of motor accessory essentials, vGroup, is launching vPlate to coincide with the soon-to-be-introduced first regulatory changes to vehicle number plate design for 17 years to improve legibility.
- [Revolution Wheels Launch New Wheels](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/revolution-wheels-launch-new-wheels/): Revolution Wheels International, the UK-based competition wheel manufacturer, has acquired two more units on the unique and ecologically sustainable Sherwood Energy Village as part of its expansion programme to satisfy the demand for their new range of race wheels.
- [Training Night with Midwest Motor Factors & Monmore](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/training-night-with-midwest-motor-factors-monmore-auto-parts/): A training night was hosted by Midwest Motor Factors & Monmore Auto Parts at the GTG Academy in Wolverhampton, assisting garagers with their understanding of turbochargers and lubricants quality and selection.
- [The Benefit of Safety is Productivity](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/the-benefit-of-safety-is-productivity/): Protecting the vital assets of a facility is a priority for any health and safety professional or warehouse manage and the advantages of a well laid-out working environment, where the flow of people is carefully managed and assets and equipment are properly protected, goes far beyond simple asset protection.
- [Cap hpi Launches New WLTP Solution](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/cap-hpi-launches-new-wltp-solution/): Cap hpi, the automotive industry data experts, are launching a WLTP solution for users of their new vehicle data, which is being trialled this August ahead of the full roll out in September.
- [The IAAF Supports IPO Campaign](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/the-iaaf-supports-ipo-campaign/): A campaign by the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) to raise awareness about the risks posed by counterfeit car parts is being supported by the Intendepent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF).
- [Successful Operation from Xplore Dundee](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/successfull-operation-from-xplore-dundee/): At The 147th Open at Carnoustie, Xplore Dundee celebrated a successful Park & Ride operation, carrying more than four times the population of Carnoustie itself to and from the golf Championship.
- [Next Generation Refrigeration System from Carrier Transicold](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/next-generation-refrigeration-system-from-carrier-transicold/): Carrier Transicold is showcasing its continued commitment to efficient and sustainable refrigerated transport solutions with the launch of its next generation temperature-controlled trailer refrigeration system.
- [Jaama Adds New Functionality on Key2](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/jaama-adds-new-functionality-on-key2/): The award-winning Key2 vehicle management system from Jaama has a new functionality now, which enables users to utilise the data available follwoing introduction of the vehicle emissions and MPG protocol - the Worldwide harmonised Light vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP).
- [UTA Makes New Appointment](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/uta-makes-new-appointment/): A new Head of Procurement has been appointed by Union Tank Eckstein GmbH & Co (UTA) for the business units Fuels and PLUS Services.
- [Staplehursts Transits Acquires Schmitz Cragobull Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/staplehursts-transits-acquires-schmitz-cragobull-trailers/): Staplehurst Transits, the fruit and vegetable distributor, has replaced a third of its fleet with Schmitz Cargobull reefers as they proved to be stronger, more durable and capable of minimising downtime.
- [Baines Simmons Makes New Appointments](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/baines-simmons-makes-new-appointments/): Baines Simmons, part of the Training & Consultancy division of global aviation services group Air Partner, has appointed four new consultants as part of its growth plans.
- [Manheim Integrated Products & Services June Figures](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/manheim-june-figures/): Manheim, the UK’s leading provider of integrated products and services for the vehicle remarketing sector, has released its June figures that signalled another strong month for the LCV market.
- [Jacobs Vehicle Systems Achieves Milestone](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/jacobs-vehicle-systems-achieves-milestone/): A significant milestone has been reached by Jacobs Vehicle Systems, the world’s leading manufacturer of diesel and natural gas engine retarding systems and valve actuation mechanisms, with the sale of its one millionth engine brake for Daimler Trucks’ heavy duty engine platform (HDEP).
- [BITO Provides Containers for Leicester Tigers Rugby](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/bito-provides-containers-for-leicester-tigers-rugby/): Leicester Tigers Rugby has received a fleet of match day logistics containers as part of BITO Storage Systems’ kit logistics solution, which has dramatically improved logistics operations from the club’s Oval Park training ground.
- [Adverting Ban Spells Trouble For Transport of London](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/adverting-ban-spells-trouble-for-transport-of-london/): Concerns have been raised by Transport for London (TFL) over potential millions that could be lost in advertising revenue.
- [easyJet Shy Away from Flybe Purchase](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/easyjet-shy-away-from-flybe-purchase/): Following Flybe unusually announcing it is up for sale last week, potential buyer, easyJet’s CEO Johan Lundgren, has claimed the low-cost airline has no particular “interest in this particular topic on Flybe” at this time.
- [Supply Network Expanded by DKV](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/supply-network-expanded-by-dkv/): Aral has launched 150 additional stations in Germany, meaning DKV Euro Service customers can now use their DKV CARD to pay for fuel and vehicle-related accessories in more places.
- [Sevenoaks Tunnel Refurbishment Offers Reliability](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/sevenoaks-tunnel-refurbishment-offers-faster-and-more-reliable-journeys/): A two-year renewal of infrastructure on the two-mile long Sevenoaks tunnel in South East England is giving passengers a reduction in delays and faster journeys.
- [easyJet Reveals Profits and Future Plans](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/easyjet-reveals-profits-and-future-plans/): Despite flight disruption due to air traffic control strikes and rising fuel prices, easyJet managed a pre-tax profit of £445 million this year, £60 million more than last year.
- [CoolKit and Themis Academy Train New Recruits](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/coolkit-and-themis-academy-train-new-recruits/): CoolKit and Burnley’s Themis Academy have teamed up to discover and train skilled new recruits.
- [Next Generation of Public Transport Hits Toronto](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/next-generation-of-public-transport-hits-toronto/): Toronto is set to see a decrease its road pollution as new modes of electric vehicles take to the streets.
- [SM UK Invests in New Vehicle Conversion Centre](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/sm-uk-invests-in-new-vehicle-conversion-centre/): An investment of £2 million is to be made by engineering firm SM UK in a new 10,000 sq ft specialised vehicle conversion centre located in the Gildersome area of Leeds.
- [KYMCO Launches the First Active Acoustic Motorbike](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/kymco-launches-the-first-active-acoustic-motorbike/): KYMCO announced the launch of KYMCO SuperNEX, a fusion of “supersport” and “electric” that delivers everything modern supersport riders dream of, at EICMA 2018 .
- [Spanish Train Firm to Create Jobs in Scotland](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/spanish-train-firm-to-create-jobs-in-scotland/): A new train manufacturing plant in Scotland is to create more than 1,000 jobs.
- [Silent Boat Motor Added to Torqeedo's Range](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/silent-boat-motor-added-to-torqeedos-range/): Torqeedo added a new direct-drive,1,100 W clean, emission-free and lightweight alternatives to small petrol outboards to the globally successful Travel series.
- [Busting the Biggest Electric Car Myths](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/busting-the-biggest-electric-car-myths/): A new study by Select Car Leasing found that 60% of the UK are still unlikely to consider an electric car for their next vehicle.
- [easyJet and Stobart Interested in Purchasing Flybe](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/easyjet-and-stobart-interested-in-purchasing-flybe/): Struggling UK airline Flybe has unusually announced it is up for sale following extremely poor performance, losing £19.2 million last year alone.
- [Development Completed at the Port of Lowestoft's Shell Quay](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/development-completed-at-the-port-of-lowestofts-shell-quay/): The first phase of a £300,000 demolition project to clear a new 13-acre development site has completed at the Port of Lowestoft’s Shell Quay.
- [Arval Looking for Additional Company Cars](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/arval-looking-for-additional-company-cars/): Following the opening of a second refuelling station, Arval has been looking to add a further ten company cars to the UK hydrogen trials.
- [MD of Drivers Direct on Shopping Trends & Retailers](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/md-of-drivers-direct-comments-on-shopping-trends-and-retailers/): “Retailers and logistics providers must work closely together this Black Friday,” advised Gethin Roberts, Managing Director of leading driving recruitment company Drivers Direct.
- [Bouden Coach Travel Purchase 2 New Mercedes Tourismos](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/bouden-coach-travel-purchase-two-brand-new-mercedes-tourismos/): Bouden Coach Travel have been expanding rapidly over the last few months.
- [MJ Church Chooses Used Trucks by Renault Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/mj-church-chooses-used-trucks-by-renault-trucks/): A T460.26 6×2 midlift from Used Trucks by Renault Trucks has joined MJ Church’s, one of the largest civil engineering, earthworks and waste management contractors in the South West of England, 90-strong fleet.
- [Bridge Tech Gap : Cargobase Supports Rail Freight](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/cargobase-supports-rail-freight/): The independent platform bridging the tech gap between shippers and providers, Cargobase, has announced that its enterprise spot-buy platform now supports rail freight.
- [UKWA Launches Event to Look at Food Logistics Challenges](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/ukwa-launches-event-to-look-at-food-logistics-challenges/): The United Kingdom Warehousing Association (UKWA) is hosting a ‘Feeding Cities Summit’ as the prospect of food supply chain interruption and stock-piling as Brexit approaches.
- [Increase in Brexit-Related Warehousing Requests](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/increase-in-brexit-related-warehousing-requests/): Davies Turner, the UK’s leading freight forwarder and logistics service provider, is seeing a definite upsurge in enquiries about the availability of warehousing space, driven by customer concerns about the outcome of the Brexit negotiations and the future of UK trade with the EU after March next year.
- [UKWA Welcomes Chancellor Hammond's Apprenticeship](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/ukwa-welcomes-chancellor-hammonds-apprenticeship-levy-reform/): The package of Apprenticeship Levy reforms announced by Philip Hammond in his Autumn Budget Statement has been welcomed by UKWA (the United Kingdom Warehousing Association).
- [LF&E Stars Partnership with VMS and CoolKit](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/lfe-stars-partnership-with-vms-and-coolkit/): LF&E Refrigerated Transport, a specialist pharmaceutical logistics company that prides itself on swift, accurate and reliable temperature-controlled vehicles, has started a partnership with VMS and CoolKit in line with their growing business plans.
- [Government's Record Road Improvement Programme](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/businesses-welcome-governments-record-road-improvement-programme/): Businesses would welcome the Government’s pledge to spend £30 billion on English road improvements and should see the announcement as a key part of its Brexit preparations, said a leading logistics expert.
- [BCA'S Bangers4Ben Raised Nearly £20K](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/bcas-bangers4ben-raised-nearly-20k/): The tenth annual Bangers4Ben sale at BCA Blackbushe on Friday, 26th October raised nearly £20,000 for Ben, an independent charity and dedicated partner to the automotive industry, providing support for life for its people and their family dependents.
- [Daifuku Wins Automated Warehouse Contract](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/daifuku-wins-automated-warehouse-contract-for-uk-manufacturer/): A prestigious contract to supply warehouse automation to GA Pet Food Partners’ Ingredients Kitchen, a state of the art, high grade nutrition production facility at Bretherton Lancashire has been awarded to Daifuku, the global leader in warehouse automation.
- [Nixon Hire Adds IVECO's Stralis X-Way to Its Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/nixon-hire-adds-ivecos-stralis-x-way-to-its-fleet/): Nixon Hire has added three 26-tonne Stralis X-Way 6x4 rigids – amongst the first vehicles of their type to be delivered in the UK.
- [CoolKit Drives Business Growth for Curd and Cure](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/coolkit-drives-business-growth-for-curd-and-cure/): CoolKit vehicles are helping Kent-based Curd and Cure drive further growth for the company.
- [Thermo King and Frigoblock Awarded by the Noise Abatement Society](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/thermo-king-and-frigoblock-awarded-by-the-noise-abatement-society/): Thermo King and Frigoblock, transport solutions brands of Ingersoll Rand, a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable and efficient environments have been awarded by the Noise Abatement Society in the UK with the 2018 John Connell Award in the Quiet Logistics category.
- [B&B Attachments Offer Safer Fleet Management System](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/bb-attachments-offers-a-safer-fleet-management-system/): B&B Attachments has launched PowerMount, a unique patented system that enables the truck operator to quickly change from one hydraulic attachment to another in just 90 seconds.
- [IMHX Set to Be the Biggest and Most Successful Event](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/imhx-2019-set-to-be-the-biggest-and-most-successful-event/): MHX 2019 (NEC, Birmingham, 24-27 September 2019) is set to be the biggest and most successful event in the long running IMHX series of materials handling exhibitions to date, with more than 400 companies anticipated to demonstrate the latest technological developments that are shaping the modern logistics industry.
- [BIFA Announces Its Freight Shortlist](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bifa-announces-its-freight-shortlist/): This year’s British International Freight Association (BIFA) Freight Service Awards, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary, has announced its 26 freight forwarding companies that have been shortlisted for the nine service-related categories.
- [Crossrail Received £350m Loan from the Government](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/crossrail-received-350m-loan-from-the-government/): Rail Minister Jo Johnson announced that £350 million of short-term repayable financing is to be provided by the Department for Transport (DfT) to the Mayor of London for the 2018/2019 year, in order to cover additional work required for the Crossrail project.
- [BCA Announced Plans to Expand Its Scottish Operations](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bca-announced-plans-to-expand-its-scottish-operations/): As BCA’s business grows north of the border, it has announced plans to expand its Scottish operations.
- [IMHX 2019 Supports Students with a New Competition](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/imhx-2019-supports-students-with-a-new-competition/): IMHX 2019 (the International Materials Handling Exhibition; NEC, Birmingham; September 24-27, 2019) is offering a cash prize to the team of students that devises the most impressive way of reducing online returns in a free-to-enter competition that is open to schools and colleges across the West Midlands.
- [Rotherham Tram-Train Service Has Been Launched](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/rotherham-tram-train-service-has-been-launched/): The first tram-train in revenue service in the UK has had its first departure at 10.35 from Rotherham Parkgate on the 25th of October.
- [Burman Plant Embraces the New DfT Regulations](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/burman-plant-embraces-the-new-dft-regulations/): The recently introduced DfT regulations that now require certain categories of vehicles to fall under HGV Operator licencing regulations have been ‘embraced with ease’ by Burman Plant, the volumetric concrete and plant hire specialists.
- [Roadlink International Re-Rewarded IIP Accreditation](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/roadlink-international-re-rewarded-iip-accreditation/): The prestigious Investors in People (IIP) accreditation has been re-rewarded to Roadlink International, one of the UK’s leading suppliers of braking products for commercial vehicles, which has held it continuously for the past 18 years.
- [Vivarail Delays DMU Service for London Northwestern Railway](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/vivarail-delays-dmu-service-for-london-northwestern-railway/): Vivarail has announced that the three two-car D-train diesel multiple units produced for London Northwestern Railway will not enter service in December as it had been planned.
- [BOC Boosts Safety with Michelin EFFITRAILER System](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/boc-boosts-safety-with-michelin-effitrailer-system/): BOC, the largest supplier of industrial gases and medical gases in the UK, will fit its entire bulk tractor and trailer fleeting with Michelin’s EFFITRAILERTM system, as part of its ongoing commitment to improve safety.
- [Gerald Ratner Speaker at IAAF Conference](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/gerald-ratner-speaker-at-iaaf-conference/): British household name and well-known businessman Gerald Ratner has been invited at the IAAF’s Annual Conference in December, sponsored by Impression Communication, as keynote speaker.
- [EV80 Clocks up 600 Zero Emission Miles](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/ev80-clocks-up-600-zero-emission-miles/): The UK government’s inaugural Green GB Week initiative, organised to showcase the benefits and opportunities clean growth will bring to all parts of society, saw LDV’s EV80 covering 600 zero-emission miles.
- [Compass Travel Offers Ticketer's ZipTrip App](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/compass-travel-offers-ticketers-ziptrip-app/): Compass Travel will be launching Ticketer’s passenger App - ZipTrip - after taking delivery of the latest Ticketer Electronic Ticket Machines (ETMs).
- [DfT Could Directly Award Cross Country Contract](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/dft-could-directly-award-cross-country-contract/): An information notice published by the Department for Transport would allow it to directly award a contract for the operation of Cross Country service for a maximum of 60 months from the end of Arriva’s current contract in October 2019.
- [Fraikin Helps Fleets Complete Driver CPC Training](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/fraikin-helps-fleets-complete-driver-cpc-training/): Fleet should not wait for Brexit before booking Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) training, says contract hire, fleet management and rental specialist Fraikin.
- [Warrens Group Fuels IVECO Truck with Bio-Gas](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/warrens-group-fuels-iveco-truck-with-bio-gas/): A 16-tonne IVECO Eurocargo Natural Power has been delivered to recycling specialist Warrens Group.
- [Eurostar to Expand Amsterdam Service](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/eurostar-to-expand-amsterdam-service/): Following the success of Eurostar’s decision to launch two trains per day in April this year on the London - Amsterdam route, the cross-Channel high speed operator expects to launch a third daily train in June 2019.
- [MAHLE Introduced Fresh Packaging Design](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/mahle-introduced-fresh-packaging-design/): MAHLE Aftermarket has underlines its brand power both globally and regionally by introducing a fresh new packaging design across seven of its leading brands.
- [Autoparts UK Installs Defibrillator at Glasgow Site](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/autoparts-uk-installs-defibrillator-at-its-glasgow-site/): A defibrillator is to be installed by Autoparts UK at its Glasgow site, after becoming certified to connect up the life-saving device.
- [New Exol Grease Cartridges Cause No Leakage](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/new-exol-grease-cartridges-cause-no-leakage/): Four new 500g grease cartridges, designed to allow complete use of lubricating grease without leakage, have been introduced by Exol Lubricants, the UK’s largest independent lubricants blender, to its extensive range of grease products,.
- [The Number of Bridge Strikes Hits 'Five Per Day'](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/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.
- [The Flexi Intralogistics Solutions at Logimat 2019](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/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.
- [The NX Group Is Taking on New Drivers](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/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.
- [EU Traders Welcome Talk of Extended Customs Union](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/british-eu-traders-welcome-talk-of-extended-customs-union-membership/): 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.
- [P&O Ferrymasters Invests in 150 Huckepack Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/po-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 UK’s Most Versatile Sleeve Pack](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/the-uks-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.
- [Ford & Slater Apprentices Raise Money for Cancer Trust](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/ford-slater-apprentices-raise-money-for-teenage-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 Latest Aftermarket Update from the IAAF](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [Shire Aggregates Switches to Michelin X Works Tyres](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/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 8x4 tippers and adopted a Michelin policy as standard for future tyre purchases.
- [Clipper Reduced Carbon Emissions with New Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/clipper-logistics-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.
- [Joloda Acquires Sovex to Provide Better Aftercare](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [ZF Services UK Showcases Its Latest Technology](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/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.
- [Volvo Trucks Trials Krone City Liner](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/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.
- [What to Keep in Mind for Flawless Delivery](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/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 or smart locker.
- [Frank Key Boost Operations with Loadmac Forklift](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/frank-key-boost-delivery-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.
- [Voting Is Open for the IAAF Annual Awards](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [Labcraft Banksman's System Improves Safety and Visibility](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/labcraft-banksmans-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.
- [UKWA's Parliamentary Lunch Dominated by Brexit Talks](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/ukwas-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.
- [Mick George Ltd Receives Two Refuse Collectors](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/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.
- [Vehicle Graphics Is a Key Marketing Tool](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/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.
- [Samworth Brothers Supports Transaid and Uganda](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/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.
- [The UK Autodrive Project Comes to an End](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [Bouden Coach Travel Offer International Tours](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/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.
- [CoolKit and Hodgson Sealants Fight Against Bacteria](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/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.
- [MTS Range on Autocat's Online Catalog](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/mts-range-on-autocats-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.
- [OVA Is the Latest Member of the IAAF](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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).
- [Tenzing Invests in Ticketer Bus Ticketing Technology](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/tenzing-invests-in-ticketer/): Tenzing, the UK-based independent private equity firm, has invested in Ticketer, the UK’s leading provider of bus ticketing technology.
- [The Connecting Link of Global Economy](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/the-connecting-link-of-global-economy-set-for-innovative-change/): Considered the connecting link in global economy, the Transport and Logistics sector remains in a time of dramatic change.
- [National Autoparts Receives Latest ISO Certification](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [JCB Makes Use of Its Outside Storage Space](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/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.
- [SMPE Further Expands Its Engine Management Programme](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/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.
- [Sustainable Aviation from Amsterdam](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/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.
- [MAHLE Aftermarket Appoints General Manager](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/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.
- [Training on Rotating Electrics and Batteries](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/rotating-electrics-batteries-training/): 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.
- [Exol Lubricants Women Raised Money for Charity](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/the-women-of-exol-lubricants-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.
- [McGill's Is Launching Its New GoZone Tickets App](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/mcgills-is-launching-its-new-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!
- [P&O Ferrymasters Wins Distribution Contract](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/ferrymasters-wins-distribution-contract/): A distribution contract worth up to €115 million has been won by P&O Ferrymasters to deliver all the logistics requirements for Kingspan Insulated Panels, the manufacturer of innovative building products, over five years.
- [FBO RIGA Celebrates 3 Year Anniversary](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/fbo-riga-celebrates-3-year-anniversary/): This year FBO RIGA business aviation celebrates three years since it first opened its doors, becoming a new gateway to the east from Europe as well as the main arrival and departure point for the majority of business aviation flights in Latvia.
- [Contargo's Most Modern Terminal Opens](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/contargos-most-modern-terminal-opens/): Contargo Neuss GmbH celebrates the official opening of its enlarged and modernised terminal in the Flosshafenstrasse, becoming one of the handling hubs of the Contargo Group along the Rhine.
- [Xplore Dundee Raises Money for Transaid](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/xplore-dundee-raises-money-for-transaid/): Frank Sheach, Xplore Dundee’s Deputy Managing Director, has swapped buses for bikes as he set off on a major charity challenge.
- [Isle of Man Government Reduces Tyre Bill](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/isle-of-man-government-reduces-tyre-bill/): The Isle of Man Government have implemented a new tyre policy across all 78 buses and 104 trucks operated by the Island’s Department for Infrastructure.
- [World Commence Review : Best Shipping Registry](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/the-best-shipping-registry-2019/): The World Commence Review host an annual awards ceremony in order to recognise achievement, innovation, dedicated and excellence across a variety of sectors.
- [First class windowless suite. Future of Flying](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/the-future-of-flying-has-landed/): Admiring the beauty of the world from above could soon be a thing of the past as Emirates unveil its first class windowless aeroplane suite.
- [Statue Supports Maggie's Penguin Parade](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/statue-supports-maggies-penguin-parade/): The ‘Ticket to Ride’ penguin statue was bought for £7500 from the Maggie’s Penguin Parade charity auction, making a significant contribution to the overall total of £540,000 raised by the event.
- [Breakthrough of Electric Buses Across Denmark](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/breakthrough-of-electric-buses-across-denmark/): Denmark are taking huge steps in electric public transportation via a bid to turn all 20 buses on its municipal bus lines to electric.
- [Making Mobility Safer for Everyone with The Floow](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/making-mobility-safer-for-everyone-with-the-floow/): With the world of mobility ever changing, The Floow was created to aid changes with award winning solutions that can addresses costs, inefficiencies and dangers that road users face.
- [CoolKit Is the 'Refrigerated Panel Van of the Year'](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/coolkit-is-the-refrigerated-panel-van-of-the-year/): At the 2018 TCS&D Awards, CoolKit managed to retain the title of ‘Refrigerated Panel Van of the Year’.
- [New App Revolutionise Rail Travel for the Disabled](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/innovative-new-app-could-revolutionise-rail-travel-for-the-disabled/): The UK Rail Industry is trialling an innovative new app designed to revolutionise passenger assistance for disabled rail users.
- [UK True Fleet Lowest Figures Since 2014](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uk-true-fleet-lowest-figures-since-2014/): A 9% decline has been registered last month by the UK true fleet market, which delivered the worst March figures since 2014.
- [Budget Airline Launches Cheap Flights to the UK](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/budget-airline-launches-cheap-flights-to-the-uk/): JetBlue, the US budget airline, has announced that from 2021 it will begin flights to London, operating multiple daily flights from New York (JFK) and Boston using a fleet of 13 Airbus A321-LR single-aisle aircraft.
- [ALD Automotive Launches ALDSelect](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/ald-automotive-launches-aldselect/): A fully digital all employee car benefit scheme has been launched by ALD Automotive.
- [Tesco Saves in Logistics and Distribution](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tesco-saves-in-logistics-and-distribution/): Tesco has revealed that it has made savings of £112 million in logistics and distribution since the first half of 2016-17.
- [Virgin Atlantic Unveiled New Seating](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/virgin-atlantic-unveiled-new-seating/): The new Upper Class suite has been unveiled by Virgin Atlantic as it will feature in its incoming A350-1000 fleet, alongside new products across the cabin.
- [Milk & More Expands Green Delivery Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/milk-more-expands-green-delivery-fleet/): Milk & More, the doorstep delivery firm, is due to be expanding its UK delivery fleet to 500 EVs by the end of next month.
- [Logistics Bases Acquired by Oxenwood Real Estate](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/logistics-bases-acquired-by-oxenwood-real-estate/): Oxenwood Real Estate has acquired two logistics bases - one in Leicester and one in Manchester - for a total of £24 million.
- [Volvo Launches New Front-Wheel-Drive](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/volvo-launches-new-front-wheel-drive/): Volvo has launched a new front-wheel-drive diesel version of the XC60; a model that uses Volvo’s 2.0-litre D4 diesel engine and eight-speed automatic gearbox, while offering fleet customers lower benefit-in-kind tax.
- [RAC Signs Deal with Groupe PSA](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/rac-signs-deal-with-groupe-psa/): A new five-year contract to provide roadside assistance services to Groupe PSA has been signed by the RAC.
- [iPort Warehouse Facility Let to Retailer](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/iport-warehouse-facility-let-to-retailer/): A major online retailer has taken over a 731,000 sq ft warehouse facility at the iPort logistics hub in Doncaster.
- [International Logistics Expert Talks About Article 50](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/international-logistics-expert-talks-about-article-50/): An international logistics expert has said an extension to the UK’s Article 50 process would be the best plausible major Brexit development this week for the country’s EU traders.
- [Plans for the UK's First Electric Refuse Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/plans-for-the-uks-first-electric-refuse-fleet/): A pioneering new tech-driven waste collection, street cleansing and ancillary services contract was awarded by the City of London Corporation to Veolia in an attempt to become the first authority in the UK to run a fully electric fleet of Refuse Collection Vehicles (RCVs).
- [New Service Between the UK and Spain](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/new-service-between-the-uk-and-spain/): DSV have announced the launch of a new full load service between UK and Spain.
- [McGill's Invests in 26 Euro 6 Alexander Dennis Buses](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/mcgills-invests-in-new-vehicles/): A major investment worth £4.75 million has been made by McGill’s, who purchased 26 new Euro 6 Alexander Dennis (ADL) buses that will serve Glasgow and the west of Scotland.
- [Wakefield Warehouse Acquired for £4.2M](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/wakefield-warehouse-acquired-for-4-2m/): A sale and leaseback deal by listed specialist property investor Warehouse REIT has led to the acquisition of a 53,000 sq ft Wakefield warehouse for £4.2 million.
- [TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards : UK'S Best Airline](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/the-uks-best-airline-announced/): The TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards for Airlines has named the British airline Jet2.com as the best airline in Europe, the UK and the ninth-best airline in the world.
- [Yorkshire Logistics Company Ceases Trading](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/yorkshire-logistics-company-ceases-trading/): After suffering from cash flow problems, a Yorkshire-based transport and logistic group has ceased operations.
- [Swansway Crewe Grabs Seat UK Award](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/swansway-crewe-grabs-seat-uk-award/): Swansway Crewe was named the Seat Fleet Dealer of the Year by Seat UK, thanks to the quality of it service delivery to fleets, resulting in strong customer satisfaction and sales growth of 38% in 2018.
- [Funding to Fight Congestion in West Midlands](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/funding-to-fight-congestion-in-west-midlands/): A £28 million package of initiatives has been approved by the West Midlands Combined Authority to tackle congestion.
- [Ogilvie Fleet Wins Leasing Company of the Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ogilvie-fleet-wins-leasing-company-of-the-year/): Ogilvie Fleet has been named the leasing company of the year for up to 20,000 vehicles in the annual Fleet News Awards.
- [First Northern Class 331 to Serve Leeds](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/first-northern-class-331-to-serve-leeds/): Once the May 19 timetable has changed, regional franchisee Northern will put its first CAF-built Class 331 EMUs into passenger services between Leeds and Doncaster.
- [Carousel Logistics Acquires BDA](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/carousel-logistics-acquires-bda/): In a move to increase its overnight airfreight operation between the UK and Europe, Carousel Logistics has purchased BDA Logistics Innovation (BDA).
- [Great Northern Enters New Trains Into Service](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/great-northern-enters-new-trains-into-service/): Great Northern has deployed the first two of a 240 million fleet of new Siemens Class 717 trains, which will replace mainland Britain’s oldest electric rail fleet.
- [John Lewis Aims for Zero Carbon Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/john-lewis-aims-for-zero-carbon-fleet/): By 2045, John Lewis Partnership aims to switch more than 3,200 vehicles to zero-emissions alternatives in order to create a zero carbon transport fleet.
- [Thomas Cook Grows Fleet for Summer](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/thomas-cook-grows-fleet-for-summer/): Thomas Cook Airlines is growing its short to medium haul fleet to 105 aircraft for this summer with the addition of four Airbus A321.
- [DSV's Brexit Seminars Taking Place All Over the Country](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/dsvs-brexit-seminars-taking-place-all-over-the-country/): With the UK Government unable to reach an agreement with Parliament for the withdrawal from the European Union, it has become essential for both DSV and its clients to prepare for the possibility of a No Deal Brexit.
- [New Warehouse Development in Rotherham](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/new-warehouse-development-in-rotherham/): A proposal has been submitted for the construction of a new warehouse in Rotherham.
- [SMEs Say Digitisation Boost Could Help](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/smes-say-digitisation-boost-could-help/): Eighty-one per cent of decision makers working for small and medium sized businesses that use vehicles believe they could get more jobs done if they could digitise more of their workflow, according to a new study from TomTom Telematics.
- [Expert Urges Traders to Continue No-Deal Preparations](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/expert-urges-traders-to-continue-no-deal-preparations/): An international logistics expert has advised the UK’s EU traders to continue preparing for a “calamity” no-deal Brexit, as this remained a strong possibility and could still occur this month.
- [Xplore Excels in Satisfaction Survey](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/xplore-excels-in-satisfaction-survey/): Dundee’s bus passengers are among the most satisfied travellers in Scotland, according to the latest survey by Transport Focus.
- [Encouraging Women. Stamping Out the Gender Stigma](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/stamping-out-the-gender-stigma/): As little as two decades ago the landscape looked very different woman in logistics.
- [Bouden Coach Travel Rescues Client On Ski Tour](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/bouden-coach-rescues-client/): Not all heroes wear capes, Bouden Coach Travel have quite literally taken their customer service to the next level, by purchasing a new 63 seater Scania coach, specifically to cater to one client’s international tour mishap.
- [New HQ Building Approaches Completion](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/new-hq-building-approaches-completion/): One of the UK's biggest commercial vehicle body and trailer manufacturers will soon move into its new headquarters, as its £5 million transformation approaches completion.
- [Xplore Dundee Backs Living Wage City Bid](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/xplore-dundee-backs-living-wage-city-bid/): Dundee’s main bus operator’s supporting an Action Plan aiming to make Dundee a Living Wage City.
- [Technology to Improve Rail Accessibility](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/technology-to-improve-rail-accessibility/): A report that looks into using digital technology to improve the accessibility of the UK rail network by allowing disabled passengers to share their journey requirements with train operators, while protecting their privacy, has been published by the TOC Ability consortium.
- [Logistics Scheme in Essex Gets Greenlight](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/logistics-scheme-in-essex-gets-greenlight/): A speculative development of two new logistics units at Icon Harlow, Essex, has received green light for construction work, with phase one ready to begin.
- [The New Electrified Preston Line Could Soon Open](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/the-new-electrified-preston-line-could-soon-open/): The delayed project of the newly-electrified line between Manchester, Bolton and Preston could soon be completed to full specification at last as the last test train made its final journey.
- [CommerceHub Announces New Managing Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/commercehub-announces-new-managing-director/): CommerceHub, Inc.
- [Logistics Service Provider Improves Its Delivery](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/logistics-service-provider-improves-its-delivery/): Logistics service provider, Zorgservice XL is investing in new track and trace capabilities in order to improve its delivery fulfilment operation into its hospitals.
- [Fleet Alliance Wins Experteye Award](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fleet-alliance-wins-experteye-award/): The Experteye award gas recognised Fleet Alliance's service to fleet operators with up to 250 vehicles.
- [Leeds-Based Company Announces Fully Hybrid Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/leeds-based-company-announces-fully-hybrid-fleet/): By the end of the tear, Leeds-based G3 Remarketing has planned to move its entire fleet over to ultra-low emission vehicles (ULEVs).
- [Ronnie S Evans Signs Fleet to Michelin Program](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ronnie-s-evans-signs-fleet-to-michelin-program/): After a successful eight-month trailer that led to savings of £45,000, family-owned haulier Ronnie S Evans has signed its entire fleet of trailers up to Michelin’s Effitrailer programme.
- [Porterbrook Signs Contract with Heathrow Airport](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/porterbrook-signs-contract-with-heathrow-airport/): The largest owner of passenger trains in the UK, Porterbrook, has signed a contract for the Heathrow Express rail link with Bombardier Transportation.
- [Expert Launches New Solutions at Intralogistex](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/expert-launches-new-solutions-at-intralogistex/): Visitors attending this year’s Intralogistex are getting the exclusive opportunity to be the first to experience supply chain specialist, Access Group’s, new-look WMS solution.
- [APL Logistics Moves Its Head Office](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/apl-logistics-moves-its-head-office/): Global supply chain services provider APL Logistics is relocating its UK office to tech hub Here East.
- [Commercial Vehicle Show Welcomes Total Lubricants](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/commercial-vehicle-show-2019-welcomes-total-lubricants/): Total Lubricants is once again exhibiting at the CV Show, where it will showcase its range of products and value-added services to fleet managers and truck and van operators.
- [Retailers to Embrace Technology](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/retailers-to-embrace-technology/): Embracing technology is a prerequisite for success in the modern retail environment.
- [New Technical Director Arrives at Logicor](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-technical-director-arrives-at-logicor/): Sam Towers has just joined Logicor's UK team Technical Manager, based in the company’s Solihull office.
- [Xplore Dundee Celebrate mTicket Anniversary](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/xplore-dundee-celebrate-mticket-anniversary/): Xplore Dundee is celebrating one year of its innovative mTicket app by giving one customer the chance to win a months’ worth of free bus travel.
- [Logistics Park to Create 1,000 Jobs](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/logistics-park-to-create-1000-jobs/): The launch of work on a new £30 million logistics park on a disused coal distribution site could create around 1,000 new jobs in the Ashby area.
- [Rail Transport Investment for Northern England](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/rail-transport-investment-for-northern-england/): A government minister admitted that Northern England’s transport system has suffered “long-term under-investment stretching back decades”.
- [K Transport Extends Fleet with New Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/k-transport-extends-fleet-with-new-trucks/): Midlands-based K Transport Services has acquired new trucks, supplied through Greenhous Commercials, which has been supplying the business for more than 20 years.
- [Least Popular Mode of Transport in the UK Is Cycling](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/least-popular-mode-of-transport-in-the-uk-is-cycling/): Cycling has been found to be the least popular mode of transport amongst Brits, according to a new study.
- [UK's EU Traders Warned not to "Hold Their Breath"](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uks-eu-traders-warned-not-to-hold-their-breath/): An international logistics expert has warned the UK’s businesses trading with the EU not to “hold their breath” in anticipation of the so-called Malthouse Compromise ending the current Brexit impasse.
- [Walker Logistics to Offer Sunday Service](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/walker-logistics-to-offer-sunday-service/): Online retailers are due to benefit from next-day delivery services seven days a week from Walker Logistics, starting with March.
- [Free Buses to Tackle Transport Pollution?](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/free-buses-to-tackle-transport-pollution/): With official statistics showing that transport is the most carbon-producing sector in the UK, buses should become free in order to encourage people to ditch their cars and reduce greenhouse has emissions.
- [Logistics Centre Converted Into Warehouse Space](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/logistics-centre-converted-into-warehouse-space/): Stiller Warehousing and Distribution, a logistics business based in the county of Durham, has decided to invest in additional warehouse space by converting its old logistics centre into modern warehousing.
- [Haulage Firm Fined for Illegal RDF Storage](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/haulage-firm-fined-for-illegal-rdf-storage/): Hertfordshire-based Winters Haulage Limited, now in liquidation, received a £510,000 fine for storing thousands of tonnes of baled RDF illegally.
- [Hurry Women,  Everywoman Awards is soon](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/one-week-left-to-enter-everywoman-in-transport-logistics-awards/): Open for entries, the organisers of the 2019 everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards programme are inviting nominations from across the industry, from aviation and shipping to road and rail.
- [Fleet Sales Are Declining](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fleet-sales-are-declining/): Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders data has shown that true fleet sales were down by 7.2% in 2018, slightly ahead of the 6.8% overall decline in the new car market.
- [Survey Shows 34% of Motorists Use Mobile Phones](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/survey-shows-34-of-motorists-use-mobile-phones/): A survey from GoCompare Car Insurance has revealed that a third (34%) of drivers use their mobile phones illegally while in their car, with the figure rising to 58% of 18-24 year old drivers.
- [Bus Journeys in England Fall by 85 Million](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/bus-journeys-in-england-fall-by-85-million/): According to Department for Transport (DfT) statistics, the number of bus passenger journeys in England fell by 85 million last year, highlighting the devastating impact of cuts to local services under the current government.
- [Maritime 2050 Welcomed by Maritime Innovation UK](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/maritime-2050-welcomed-by-maritime-innovation-uk/): Department of Transport’s Maritime 2050 strategy has been welcomed by Maritime Research & Innovation UK (MarRI-UK).
- [Rail Station Could Become Accessible for the Disabled](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/rail-station-could-become-accessible-for-the-disabled/): A £15 million overhaul plan could transform a rail station that is almost inaccessible for the disabled.
- [Business Park Welcomes Major Logistics Companies](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/business-park-welcomes-major-logistics-companies/): St Modwen's business park in Stratford-upon-Avon has welcomed two more major logistics companies into its space.
- [New Research Into Shipping's Transition to Natural Gas](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/new-research-into-shippings-transition-to-natural-gas/): Researchers from Imperial College London found that transitioning to natural gas to fuel the freight and shipping industries will not be enough to meet emissions targets, and in some cases, the benefits may be eliminated.
- [Addison Lee Invests in New Volkswagen Sharan MPVs](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/addison-lee-invests-in-new-volkswagen-sharan-mpvs/): £41 million have been invested by Addison Lee Group on 1,200 Volkswagen Sharan MPVs that will create an ultra-low emission zone-compliant fleet for London.
- [Airbus Could Pull out of the UK Due To Brexit](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/airbus-could-pull-out-of-the-uk/): The head of Airbus has called the Government’s handling of Brexit a ‘disgrace’ and has warned that the company could pull out of the UK if its ability to compete on the global stage is harmed.
- [Masternaut Offers Advice on Growing a Drivers' Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/masternaut-offers-advice-on-growing-a-drivers-fleet/): According to the UK Logistics Confidence Index 1, more than 60% of logistics companies say the past 12 months have clearly seen tougher trading for many operators and conditions are anticipated to get even more difficult in the year ahead (post Brexit).
- [Retailers Must Disrupt 'Last Mile Delivery'](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/retailers-must-disrupt-last-mile-delivery/): Capgemini has launched the findings of its global study that explores how retailer investment in ‘last mile delivery’ – the final leg of the online purchase journey before reaching the customer’s hands – is critical to uncover new revenue streams.
- [Flybe to Be Bought by Virgin Atlantic and Stobart Air](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/flybe-to-be-bought-by-virgin-atlantic-and-stobart-air/): Virgin Atlantic and Stobart Air came to the rescue of one of its partners, the UK airline Flybe, when it announced it was up for sale after months of struggling.
- [Bouden Travel Gives Young Coach Enthusiast a Grand Tour](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/bouden-travel-gives-young-coach-enthusiast-a-grand-tour/): Christmas isn’t only on the 25th of December at Bouden Coach Travel and gifts don’t just come in the form of an Ipad, games console or an action man.
- [Leslies Suzuki Newport Wins Dealer of the Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/leslies-suzuki-newport-wins-dealer-of-the-year/): Suzuki GB’s Dealer of the Year award has been handed to Leslies Suzuki Newport at a ceremony hosted during the Japanese brand’s annual dealer conference in Budapest, Hungary.
- [Government to Request Article 50 Deadline Extension](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-expert-asks-for-government-to-request-article-50-deadline-extension/): A leading logistics expert has said the government should now ask the EU to extend the Article 50 period in the interests of the UK’s traders with the bloc.
- [TyreSafe Briefing and Awards 2019](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tyresafe-briefing-and-awards-2019/): Details have been revealed about the TyreSafe Briefing and evening Awards, which will take place at St George’s Park on Thursday 18 July 2019.
- [Lucketts Travel Sees Spike in Bookings](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/lucketts-travel-sees-spike-in-bookings/): Although Christmas is approaching with quick steps, a local coach firm confirmed that people in Hampshire are already dreaming of summer.
- [TVS Start Working with the UK Rail Sector](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/tvs-start-working-with-the-uk-rail-sector/): TVS Supply Chain Solutions have recently started to work with businesses aligned to the Rail sector and have realised that the UK Rail sector is ready for, and definitely in need of, a different and innovative approach in terms of how it sources its indirect or distributed procurement categories for material and spare parts.
- [IATA : Airlines Can Share Turbulance Aware Data](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/airlines-can-share-turbulance-data/): The Turbulence Aware data resource has been launched by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) in order to help airlines avoid turbulence when planning routes tactically in flight.
- [A Fresh Approach for Modern Grocery Warehouses](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/a-fresh-approach-for-modern-grocery-warehouses/): As one of the most repeatable, well-understood, and mature supply chains across all industries, the grocery supply chain has mastered predictable processes around every conceivable aspect of warehouse operations as grocers operate around unusually razor-thin profit margins.
- [How Virtual Reality Can Improve Health and Safety](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/how-virtual-reality-can-improve-health-and-safety/): Learning the ropes using a headset?
- [IAAF Conference Talks Aftermarket Issues](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/iaaf-conference-talks-aftermarket-issues/): The IAAF Annual Conference, sponsored by Impression Communications, addressed some of the ongoing issues that loom large and threaten to impact the aftermarket in 2019 and beyond, including the future UK-EU relationship, the danger of counterfeit goods, fast evolving technology and vital legislation to access in-vehicle data, as it hosted one of the largest conferences to date.
- [British Airways' in-flight Festive Makeover](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/british-airways-festive-makeover/): British Airways' in-flight entertainment system (IFE) benefits now from a selection of festive content, including new Christmas films, TV show episodes and audio.
- [Safeguard Coaches Goes Contactless with Ticketer](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/safeguard-coaches-goes-contactless-with-ticketer/): Ticketer is proud to be partnering with Safeguard Coaches, by installing contactless ETMs across their fleet of 12 service vehicles covering bus routes in Guildford, Surrey.
- [P&O Ferries Pays Tribute to Its Apprentices](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/po-ferries-pays-tribute-to-its-apprentices/): P&O Ferries is yet another shipping company in the UK to turn to apprenticeships to tackle the demographic challenges that are affecting the rating workforce in the country.
- [Crossrail funding hits £17.6Bn confirmed by the government](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/crossrail-funding-hits-17-6bn/): An extra £1.7 billion in funding has been confirmed by the government for the delayed Crossrail project, as it also announced the appointment of a new chairman and deputy chairman.
- [Tool to Cut Vehicle Damage Costs from Nexus](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tool-to-cut-vehicle-damage-costs-from-nexus/): A new damage reporting tool to help prevent customers paying unnecessary vehicle damage charges has been launched by Nexus Vehicle Rental.
- [Avolon Orders 100 Airbus A320neos](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/avolon-orders-100-airbus-a320neos/): 100 A320neos have been ordered by Avolon from Airbus in a deal valued at US$11.5 billion at current list prices.
- [TyreSafe Launches Awareness Campaign](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/tyresafe-launches-awareness-campaign/): A new awareness campaign has been launched by TyreSafe, the UK’s tyre safety charity, aimed at all those parent chauffeurs taking their children to swimming, music lessons, drama, dance, football, karate and the innumerable other activities they enjoy.
- [Lens-Tech Is FTA Van Excellence Bronze Partner](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/lens-tech-is-fta-van-excellence-bronze-partner/): FTA’s Van Excellence scheme, an innovative initiative designed to recognise excellence within the vans sector and improve operational standards, has named Lens-Tech Co Ltd, a designer, manufacturer and supplier of Fresnel lenses, as its bronze partner.
- [Zetes Helps Flevo Hospital's Traceability in Readiness](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/zetes-helps-flevo-hospitals-traceability-in-readiness/): Flevo Hospital has implemented the ZetesMedea warehouse execution solution to improve the visibility and traceability of inventory.
- [UK Leader in Supply Chain Digitisation Implementation](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/30338/): Capgemini has launched the findings of its supply chain digitization report, which identifies the UK as leader in regards to implementation, despite the damaging lack of strategic focus felt globally amongst organisations.
- [Xplore Dundee Trials Scottish-Built Electric Bus](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/xplore-dundee-trials-scottish-built-electric-bus/): Xplore Dundee is getting a buzz from electric buses once again as Scottish manufacturer Alexander Dennis Ltd is lending the bus operator a new electric Enviro200Ev for a week to test it on the streets of Dundee.
- [CSG Waste No Time with New Fleet Additions](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/csg-waste-no-time-with-new-fleet-additions/): Leading waste management company CSG has taken delivery of eight new Scania New Generation vehicles.
- [Tips to Help Drivers Stay Well-Rested on the Road](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/tips-to-help-drivers-stay-well-rested-on-the-road/): Around 40% of tiredness-related crashes involve commercial vehicle drivers, according to road safety charity BRAKE.
- [Zetes & Panasonic Help Legio Group with Delivery Process](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/zetes-and-panasonic-help-legio-group-with-the-delivery-process/): Legio Group, a Belgian holding that owns X²O and Overstock, introduces electronic proof of delivery to guarantee customers and branches timely, accurate deliveries and high quality customer service.
- [Creed Specifies Carrier Transicold ICELAND TWINCOOL](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/creed-foodservice-specifies-its-first-carrier-transicold-iceland-twincool/): Gloucestershire-based Creed Foodservice has specified its first Carrier Transicold ICELAND TWINCOOL engineless refrigeration systems for 12 new DAF LF rigid trucks in a move designed to improve the sustainability of its commercial vehicle fleet.
- [Worst Airlines for Flight Compensations](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/worst-airlines-for-flight-compensations/): Bott and Co, the UK flight delay compensation law firm, has compiled data that shows some of the UK's biggest airlines are ignoring passengers' flight delay compensation claims, only to pay when court proceedings have been issued, while others are more likely to pay up without a fight, according to statistics.
- [Pall-Ex Accelerates Growth with MyNexus](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/pall-ex-accelerates-growth-with-mynexus/): Thanks to a six-figure IT investment Pall-Ex, the UK-based pallet network, will be accelerating its growth into the B2C market and “will revolutionise” freight visibility for customers across its entire network.
- [NCL and Roadgas at the UK Bus Awards](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/ncl-and-roadgas-at-the-uk-bus-awards/): The UK Bus Awards 2018 saw Roadgas, a key supplier of natural gas and biomethane refuelling station infrastructure in the UK, standing alongside triple gold winners Nottingham City Transport.
- [Businesses Welcome Government's Record Road Improvement](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/businesses-welcome-governments-record-road-improvement-programme-2/): A leading logistics expert has said businesses would welcome the Government’s pledge to spend £30bn on English road improvements and should see the announcement as a key part of its Brexit preparations.
- [No-Deal Brexit Could Damage Ability of UK to Trade](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/no-deal-brexit-could-damage-ability-of-uk-businesses-to-trade/): An international logistics expert has said the last few days have illustrated a lesser highlighted form of damage a no-deal Brexit could cause UK businesses, including trade with businesses beyond the EU.
- [TECALEMIT Launch Cloud-Based Tank Management Platform](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/tecalemit-launches-cloud-based-tank-management-platform/): TECALEMIT, a world leader in the professional delivery, filling, transfer and measurement of diesel, oil, grease and AdBlue®, has launched ‘mytecalemit’, a cloud-based tank management system.
- [Ticketer Issues 2 Billion Tickets in Record Time](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/ticketer-issues-2-billion-tickets-in-record-time/): Less than a year after announcing that it had issued a billion tickets through its Electronic Ticket Machines (ETMs), Ticketer has already issued its two billionth ticket.
- [DSV Multimodal Service Between the UK and Italy](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/dsv-announce-a-new-multimodal-service-between-the-uk-and-italy/): DSV are now operating a daily rail service via two crossings, one in the north and one in the south to expedite transit times between the UK and Italy.
- [Coach & Bus UK Host Autonomous Bus Demos](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/coach-bus-uk-2019-to-host-live-demos-of-full-sized-autonomous-bus/): Visitors to Coach & Bus UK, being held at the NEC Birmingham on 2-3 October, will get an opportunity to enjoy a ride in the UK’s first full-sized autonomous bus.
- [Brocks Haulage Takes Iveco Stralis X-Way](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/brocks-haulage-take-delivery-of-uk-first-iveco-stralis-x-way/): The first 44-tonne Iveco Stralis X-Way 6×4 tractor unit to arrive in the UK have been taken home by waste haulage specialist Brocks Haulage.
- [Proposals for Irish border Post Brexit Are Unrealistic](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/proposals-for-irish-border-post-brexit-are-unrealistic/): FTA, the business organisation which represents the interests of the logistics industry in the UK, has today reiterated its call for a frictionless border in Ireland after Brexit.
- [Gatwick Airport Station Receives £150M Investment](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/gatwick-airport-station-receives-150m-investment/): An investment of £150million investment has been announced by the Government for the upgrade of the railway station at Gatwick Airport.
- [Accessibility Upgrades Set for UK Rail Network](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/accessibility-upgrades-set-for-uk-rail-network/): Following a £20 million government fund, a series of accessibility improvements designed to open up journeys for disabled passengers will be made to UK railway stations.
- [Discover the Future of Vans at New FTA Event](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/discover-the-future-of-vans-at-new-fta-event/): Driverless and electric vans, digital policing, drones and last mile technology: the vans market is transforming at a rapid rate.
- [New Cabs to Tackle Pollution Issues](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/new-cabs-to-tackle-pollution-issues/): A new fleet of black cabs have been fitted with innovative air cleaners, containing unique patented nano carbon filtration technology, in an attempt to tackle the UK's pollution issues.
- [Highways England Must Improve Road Communication](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/highways-england-must-improve-road-communication/): Reacting to the launch of the Strategic Roads User Survey (SRUS) Summary Report on road communication, Malcolm Bingham, Head of Road Network Management at FTA, the business organisation representing the logistics sector, commented: “Highways England must improve the way it communicates road updates to fleet operators, in the view of FTA, if Britain’s freight industry is to continue to support the nation’s businesses efficiently.
- [Investment for 5G Trials in then Logistics Sector](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/investment-announced-for-5g-trials-in-then-logistics-sector/): An investment of £40 million, which is part of Government plans to improve mobile connectivity, is going towards 5G testbed and trial projects across UK industry.
- [Proposals for Bristol Clean Air Zone to Affect Locals](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/proposals-for-bristol-clean-air-zone-to-affect-locals/): The proposals announced that a charging Class C band Clean Air Zone (CAZ) in Bristol would hurt local businesses and the economy, according to FTA, the business organisation which speaks for the logistics sector.
- [Pothole Repair Fund Vital to Improve Road Network](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/pothole-repair-fund-vital-to-improve-road-network/): Reacting to the news that the Transport Select Committee has called for a five-year fund to undertake pothole repairs, Christopher Snelling, Head of UK Policy at FTA, commented: “As the business organisation representing the logistics sector, FTA fully supports the Transport Select Committee’s calls for a five-year pothole repair fund; the road network has been subject to chronic underinvestment for many years.
- [JJX LGV Driver Shortlisted for LGV Driver of the Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/jjx-lgv-driver-shortlisted-for-lgv-driver-of-the-year-award/): Recently Alex Hudson, a JJX LGV driver, was shortlisted for the LGV Driver of the Year award from Talent in Logistics.
- [Design Flaw Delays Launch of New Northern Train Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/design-flaw-delays-launch-of-new-northern-train-fleet/): Rail operator Northern is launching the first of a £500 million fleet of 100 new trains, which will take over the routes serviced by the 1980s diesel trains.
- [Nominations for Van Excellence Honours Now Open](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/nominations-for-van-excellence-honours-lunch-are-now-open/): If you are a van operator committed to driver wellbeing, compliance, safety and innovation, make sure you enter your nominations for the 2019 Van Excellence Honours Awards, sponsored by Mercedes-Benz Vans, for your chance to be recognised as an industry leader in your field of expertise.
- [FTA Completes 750,000 Vehicle Inspections Through VIS](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-completes-750000-vehicle-inspections-through-vis/): More than 7,600 miles worth of parked trucks have undergone inspections by FTA since it launched its pioneering Vehicle Inspection Service (VIS) in 1966.
- [FTA Chosen for Northern Ireland Brexit Preparations](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-chosen-for-northern-ireland-brexit-preparations/): The Department for Exiting the European Union has announced today (26 June 2019) that Seamus Leheny, Policy Manager for Northern Ireland at FTA, has been selected to become a member of the Business and Trade Union Alternative Arrangements Advisory Group.
- [Aldi Receives 2019 Roadworthiness Award from FTA](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/aldi-receives-2019-roadworthiness-award-from-fta/): Aldi Atherstone Regional Distribution Centre has received a 2019 Roadworthiness Award from FTA, the business organisation representing the interests of the logistics sector.
- [Logistics Businesses Struggling with Brexit Preparations](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-businesses-struggling-with-brexit-preparations/): Declining profit margins have left logistics businesses struggling to fund their Brexit preparations, according to the 2019 Logistics Report.
- [Exclusive Insurance Product Launched for Van Drivers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/exclusive-insurance-product-launched-for-van-drivers/): The Van Excellence scheme, in association with transport insurance specialists and commercial insurance brokers, McCarron Coates Ltd, has launched an exclusive new insurance product, specifically designed by highly respected insurer QBE, for van drivers committed to safe, efficient and compliant driving.
- [FirstGroup Is Looking to Sell Off Businesses](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/firstgroup-is-looking-to-sell-off-businesses/): As part of a review of 'structural alternatives' for the division, the transport giant FirstGroup, which operates the South Western Railway and Great Western Railway lines, as well as First Bus, is considering a sale of its UK businesses.
- [Insurance with Fixed Cost Becomes an Interest for Fleets](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/insurance-with-fixed-cost-becomes-an-interest-for-fleets/): Arval UK has noticed a growth in the interest fleets show in fixed cost motor insurance, as new vehicle technology starts to increase premiums.
- [Air Freight Must be Prioritised in Government's Strategy](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/air-freight-must-be-prioritised-in-governments-strategy/): Air freight will play a pivotal role in achieving Britain’s future trading ambitions post-Brexit, according to FTA, so it must be placed front and centre of the government’s aviation strategy.
- [Bridgestone and Exxonmobil Recognised for Support](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bridgestone-and-exxonmobil-recognised-for-support-scheme/): FTA, the business organisation representing the logistics sector, has recognised eight years of support for its Logistics Emissions Reduction Scheme (LERS) by Bridgestone Tyres and ExxonMobil by presenting a plaque to representatives of both organisations at Multimodal 2019.
- [UK's First Hydrogen Train Set for Railway Testing](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/uks-first-hydrogen-train-set-for-railway-testing/): Following a successful proof-of-concept, HydroFLEX, the UK’s first hydrogen train, will be tested on the mainline railway, hoping to carry passengers in the next two or three years.
- [Logistics Fund to Buy Warehouse in the Netherlands](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/logistics-fund-to-buy-warehouse-in-the-netherlands/): A new asset in the Netherlands is due to be bought with the bank investment trust fund for 24 million euros (£21.4 million).
- [New Partnership to Boost UK Healthcare Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/new-partnership-to-boost-uk-healthcare-logistics/): In a bit to provide a stronger healthcare logistics presence in the UK, two UPS subsidiaries - Marken and Polar Speed - are to work closely to make it happen.
- [FTA Welsh Logistics Lunch Announces Its Star Guest](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-welsh-logistics-lunch-announces-its-star-guest/): Celebrate another successful year for the logistics sector by attending FTA’s Welsh Logistics Lunch, to be held at the Cardiff Marriott Hotel on 29 November 2019.
- [Haulage Sector Reduces NOx Emissions Output](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/haulage-sector-reduces-nox-emissions-output/): According to new government statistics, the harmful NOx emissions from trucks have been halved between 2013 and 2018.
- [Technology to Help with Drivers' Hours Rules](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/technology-to-help-with-drivers-hours-rules/): Smart Tachographs will aid compliance with the drivers’ hours rules but any claims of financial benefits to businesses are misguided, according to FTA.
- [Collett Develops Solution for Bespoke Cargo Transport](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/colletts-develops-solution-bespoke-cargo/): Utilising Scheuerle clamp systems, with in-house designed transport brackets solution, Collett deliver the first of three cold box sections to the West Midlands.
- [Warehouse Space Users Set New Sustainability Standards](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/warehouse-space-users-set-new-sustainability-standards/): With UK shoppers now making 87 percent of their purchases online, the UK industrial and logistics market is more competitive than ever, and creating new sustainability standards for the warehouse space is in high demand.
- [West Midlands Aerospace Supplier Listed in Sunday Times](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/west-midlands-aerospace-supplier-listed-in-sunday-times/): Halesowen-based Erodex EroUK Limited, supplier of EDM graphite and tooling to the aerospace market, has made it onto Sunday Times WorldFirst SME Export Track 100 for the first time.
- [Advance Warehouse Robotics and Automation](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/new-program-aims-to-advance-warehouse-robotics-and-automation/): Manhattan Associates Inc.
- [Babcock Deliver Solution for First LPG Project](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/babcock-to-deliver-innovative-solution-for-a-worlds-first-lpg-project/): Babcock’s LGE business, the global leader in liquid gas solutions, has secured a contract for the LPG cargo handling and Fuel Gas Supply System (FGSS) for the world’s first newbuilding vessel to use LPG as a primary fuel source.
- [Rejection of M4 Relief Road Will Damage Welsh Economy](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/rejection-of-m4-relief-road-will-damage-welsh-economy/): The First Minister’s decision to reject plans for an M4 relief road will cost the Welsh economy hundreds of millions of pounds in lost investment, according to FTA, the organisation representing the interests of the logistics sector.
- [Valued Occupations Should Be Those with Real Skills](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/valued-occupations-should-be-those-with-real-skills/): The review of the Shortage Occupation List (SOL), published this week by the Migration Advisory Committee, ignores the value which workers at all levels of skills bring to the logistics sector, one of UK PLC's most crucial trade drivers.
- [Warnings About the Conservative Leadership Contest](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/warnings-about-the-conservative-leadership-contest/): An international logistics expert has said the UK’s companies trading with the EU are becoming increasingly worried the Conservative leadership contest could end up damaging their businesses.
- [Last Chance to Enter Logistics Awards 2019](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/last-chance-to-enter-logistics-awards-2019/): Entries to FTA’s star-studded Logistics Awards are flooding in and with just three weeks left to apply, FTA is urging anyone wishing to apply to submit their application fast.
- [MPs Think the UK Needs a National Bus Strategy](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/mps-think-the-uk-needs-a-national-bus-strategy/): MPs have announced that the bus, which is Britain's most popular form of public transport, is in 'steady decline' due to uncoordinated, fragmented government policy and local funding.
- [Skilled Engineer Shortage a Threat to Logistics Industry](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/skilled-engineer-shortage-a-threat-to-logistics-industry/): More than half (52.7 per cent) of vacancies for vehicle mechanics, technicians and fitters will not be filled in the near future, according to FTA’s 2019 Logistics Report, as the staff shortage within repair workshops and vehicle inspection units hits crisis point.
- [15% of HGV Driver Vacancies Cannot Be Filled](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/15-of-hgv-driver-vacancies-cannot-be-filled/): Logistics businesses anticipate that 15 per cent of their current HGV driver vacancies will not be filled due to the nationwide skills shortage, according to a report launched this month.
- [New Exhibitors Get on Board Coach & Bus UK 2019](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/new-exhibitors-get-on-board-coach-bus-uk-2019/): Coach & Bus UK is back at the NEC Birmingham on 2-3 October with even more new innovations and solutions for the nation’s bus, coach and mini-vehicle operators, as well as new exhibitors, says event organiser Diversified Communications UK.
- [Testing of Next-Gen Electricity System Launched](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/testing-of-next-generation-electricity-system-launched/): The University of Tokyo, Toyota Motor Corporation and TRENDE Inc are to conduct joint testing of a next-generation electricity system (P2P – peer-to-peer – electricity transactions) that enables homes, businesses and electrified vehicles connected to the power grid to trade electricity using blockchain.
- [DSV Launches a Way to Provide Intelligent Lead Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/dsv-launches-a-way-to-provide-intelligent-lead-logistics/): The objective for DSV is to seek out the most effective solutions through the new supply chain service, which led to the launch of Lead Logistics, a market-changing way of providing intelligent lead logistics – or 4PL – to the world’s leading businesses.
- [£1Bn Transformation of Trans-Pennine Freight Route](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/1bn-transformation-of-trans-pennine-freight-route-approved/): The Government has unveiled the options for the £1 billion transformation of a key northern freight route, the A66.
- [GB Railfreight Has Launched New Felixstowe to iPort Service](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/gb-railfreight-has-launched-new-felixstowe-to-iport-service/): GB Railfreight (GBRf) has marked it growth in the intermodal market with the launch of a new service from the Port of Felixstowe to iPort Rail in Doncaster.
- [Finalists Announced for Van Excellence Driver 2019](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/finalists-announced-for-van-excellence-driver-2019/): Fifteen of the UK’s best van drivers are celebrating today after being shortlisted for FTA’s 2019 Van Excellence Driver of the Year and Young Driver of the Year, sponsored by Mercedes-Benz Vans UK.
- [Bristol Port Welcomes World's Largest Crane](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/bristol-port-welcomes-worlds-largest-crane/): Bristol Port has welcomed the world’s biggest crane, which is part of the critical infrastructure required for the construction of Hinkley Point C.
- [Government Fails to Deliver Apprentice Reform Progress](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/government-fails-to-deliver-apprentice-reform-progress/): Back in 2017 the Government had taken the decision to reform the apprenticeships programme; however since then, it has failed to make the progress it predicted.
- [Logistics Drivers Are Asking the Government for a Break](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-drivers-are-asking-the-government-for-a-break/): A year after roads minister Jesse Norman MP made a commitment to increase the provision of lorry parking places on the strategic road network, FTA is calling on Mr Norman to deliver on this promise after a new survey indicated that drivers believe the situation has actually worsened in the past 12 months.
- [Vehicle Technology Theme for FTA’s Fleet Conference](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/vehicle-technology-the-theme-for-ftas-fleet-engineer-conference/): Traffic Commissioner for the West of England, Kevin Rooney will be giving his views on maintaining compliance in today’s technological world at FTA’s popular Fleet Engineer Conference, sponsored by Continental Tyres and Schmitz Cargobull, which is back due to popular demand on 11 June 2019 at the National Agriculture and Exhibition Centre (NAEC) in Stoneleigh, Warwickshire.
- [Mone Bros Expands with New Fleet Addition](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/mone-bros-expands-with-new-fleet-addition/): Four new MAN 8x4 TGS 35.420 BB tippers, equipped with the 12.4-litre straight-six engines producing 420hp and 2.24m wide M cabs, have been acquired by Mone Bros in an expansion attempt.
- [UK Rail Timetable to Change Again After Terrible Year](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/uk-rail-timetable-to-change-again/): A new timetable has been announced as rail passengers in the UK endured the worst year on record for delays and cancellations in 2018.
- [Vital Trans-Pennine Upgrade Transforms UK Network](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/vital-trans-pennine-upgrade-transforms-uk-logistics-network/): “As the organisation representing the interests of the logistics sector, FTA has been campaigning for the dualing of the trans-Pennine section of the A66 for many years; we are thrilled Highways England has now been given the ‘green light’ to proceed and is launching an open consultation to determine the best option for the new route.
- [Another Successful Commercial Vehicle Show for Hankook](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/another-successful-commercial-vehicle-show-for-hankook/): Hankook Tyre UK presented their expanding portfolio of commercial vehicle tyres at the Commercial Vehicle Show in Birmingham which took place from 30th April to 2nd May 2019 at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC).
- [Xplore More with Cut-Price Coach Concert Travel](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/xplore-more-with-cut-price-coach-concert-travel/): Xplore Dundee’s aiming to become the key transport link between the city and Scotland’s top concert venues.
- [Dundee to Edinburgh Airport Coach Ready for Take-off](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/dundee-to-edinburgh-airport-coach-service-ready-for-take-off/): Xplore Dundee is saying ‘chocks away’ to its brand new coach service between Dundee city centre and Edinburgh airport.
- [FTA Transport Manager Conferences Back for Autumn](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-transport-manager-conferences-back-for-autumn-2019/): FTA’s Transport Manager conference series, sponsored by Bridgestone Tyres, will be back in autumn 2019 at 11 venues around the UK.
- [New UK Bus Managing Director Announced](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/new-uk-bus-managing-director-announced/): The newest member of the Arriva Management Board is Paul O’Neil, who is responsible for leading the development of bus operations in the UK.
- [Newcastle Is Against Clean Air Zone Charges](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/newcastle-is-against-clean-air-zone-charges/): The North East Bus Operators' Association has announced that it opposes the idea of a clean air zone in Newcastle, which will lead to increased bus fares and some routes being cancelled.
- [Ways AI Is Impacting on the Logistics Sector](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/ways-ai-is-impacting-on-the-logistics-sector/): The logistics industry is ever evolving, one of the major changes being the rise in artificial intelligence, which is inevitably having a major impact across all parts of the distribution chain.
- [Swinson Transport Deploys Cloud-Based Solution](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/swinson-transport-deploys-cloud-based-transport-management-solution/): TrackTrans, a provider of end-to-end transport management solutions, has announced that Midlands-based Swinson Transport has successfully deployed the company’s cloud-based technology to connect drivers, better utilise its fleet of 20-plus vehicles and handle more than 700 deliveries every month.
- [UK Women Win in Everywoman Awards!](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fleet-logistics-uk-employee-finalist-in-everywoman-awards/): This year's everywoman awards in transport and logistics has named Sue Branston, Country Head for Fleet Logistics UK and Ireland, as one of its finalists.
- [Leeds Firm Wins £250k Contract](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/leeds-firm-wins-250k-contract/): A £250k contract to revamp the 34-vehicle Northern fleet of energy services business Energy Assets Utilities has been snapped up by vehicle fit-out and safety specialist SM UK.
- [Building the Logistics of the Art Market](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/building-the-logistics-of-the-art-market/): The art market is becoming increasingly global, and this has a lot to do with the fact that it is becoming increasingly digital.
- [Manhattan Enhances Transportation Management System](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/manhattan-enhances-its-transportation-management-system/): Manhattan Associates Inc.
- [CrossRail Blames Bugs for Potential Delay](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/crossrail-blames-bugs-for-potential-delay/): Crossrail has blamed software bugs for a potential two-year delay in its mission to zip commuters across London.
- [DPD Launches Electric Delivery Van](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/dpd-launches-electric-delivery-van/): DPD is deploying its first electric Mercedes-Benz delivery van in London, ahead of the UK launch.
- [New Partnership to Tackle Railway Risk Takers Issue](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/new-partnership-to-tackle-railway-risk-takers-issue/): A new partnership has been launched between Network Rail, the British Transport Police (BTP), the English Football League Trust (EFL Trust) and StreetGames to help tackle the increasing number of people risking their lives on the railway.
- [ALD Automotive Appoints New Managing Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/ald-automotive-appoints-new-managing-director/): With the announcement that Mel Dawson will be stepping down from his position, ALD Automotive UK has named Tim Laver as the new managing director.
- [Challenge Group Acquires TRG Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/challenge-group-acquires-trg-logistics/): Challenge Group, a UK-based logistics recruitment and distribution company, acquired Surrey-based TRG Logistics for an undisclosed sum.
- [Why the Logistics Sector Needs to Innovate to Accommodate](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/why-the-logistics-sector-needs-to-innovate-to-accommodate/): As the ever-changing logistics industry continues to transform through the introduction of advanced smart technology, such as artificial intelligence and the use of drones, many businesses are left wondering how they need to adapt to accommodate and prepare for these transformations within their own companies.
- [Independent Customs Company Chooses Icom LTE Radio](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/independent-customs-clearance-company-chooses-icom-lte-radio/): ChannelPorts, the only private customs clearance agent in the UK is one of the latest companies to adopt the Icom LTE radio system.
- [Bouden Coach Travel Take Top Spot For Coach Hire](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/bouden-coach-travel-take-the-top-spot-for-coach-hire-birmingham/): Bouden Coach Travel have proved yet again why they are a force to be reckoned with topping the list of transport companies in Birmingham according to Trip Advisor.
- [Luxonic Acquired by Lighting Giant](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/luxonic-acquired-by-lighting-giant/): Luxonic has and Glamox entered into an agreement and successfully closed the acquisition of 100% of the shares in Luxonic Group Ltd.
- [Rail Disruption over Bank Holiday Weekend](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/rail-disruption-bank-holiday-weekend/): A series of rail works is due to affect some services in Lancashire.
- [The Skills SMEs Need to Capitalise](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/the-skills-smes-need-to-capitalise/): As the ever-changing logistics industry continues to transform, one of the major changes emerging is the scope for smaller players to step up and act as intermediaries.
- [Mobile Services Embraces the Latest Mercedes-Benz](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/mobile-services-embraces-the-latest-mercedes-benz/): Vehicle logistics specialist Mobile Services has just been supplied by East Midlands Dealer Mertrux Truck & Vans with the latest Mercedes-Benz.
- [Safer Travel Partnership for Dundee](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/safer-travel-partnership-for-dundee/): Safer Travel on Dundee’s buses is the aim of a new initiative that has just been launched.
- [Milk & More Wants the UK's Biggest Electric Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/milk-more-wants-the-uks-biggest-electric-fleet/): Milk & More, the UK’s largest doorstep dairy delivery service, has been working towards securing the future of the British milkman as it is set to become the largest operator of electric vehicles in the UK.
- [Biggest Warehouse to be Built in Five Years](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/biggest-warehouse-to-be-built-in-five-years/): A new logistics warehouse built in Corby will become the largest to be built in the UK in the past five years and also the fifth largest ever built in the UK.
- [ARI Fleet Appoints New Business Development Manager](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/ari-fleet-appoints-new-business-development-manager/): Gareth Hanvey has been appointed by ARI Fleet UK as the business development manager, fleet leasing, as part of the company's growth strategy.
- [Teeside Could See First Hydrogen-Powered Trains](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/teeside-could-see-first-hydrogen-powered-trains/): Teesside could see the UK's first fleet of hydrogen-powered passenger trains as Arriva, one of Europe's leading providers of passenger transport, is in talks to build a major facility.
- [UK Fleets Invited to New Project](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/uk-fleets-invited-to-new-project/): A new project that will test the viability of vehicle-to-grid technology in regards to the power of electric vehicles in London has invited fleets from across the UK to sign up to it.
- [Norwegian Reveals £45M to Ground Boeing Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/norwegian-reveals-45m-to-ground-boeing-fleet/): Following the Ethiopian Airlines Disaster in March that killed 157 people, the airline Norwegian announced that the grounding of its Boeing 737 Max fleet will cost it up to 500 million Norwegian kroner (£45 million).
- [Expert Warns about Customs Union and Post-Brexit Trade](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-expert-warns-about-customs-union-and-post-brexit-trade/): An international logistics expert has warned that even a permanent post-Brexit customs union with the EU would not alone mean frictionless trade with the bloc for British businesses.
- [ALD Automotive Joins MaaS Alliance To Drive Success](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ald-automotive-joins-maas-alliance/): The newest member of MaaS Alliance is ALD Automotive, who wants to drive the successful implementation and take-up of MaaS.
- [First Class 230 Train in Service Enters Passenger Service](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/first-class-230-train-in-service/): The first Class 230 D Train has entered passenger service on the Marston Vale line on Tuesday, 23 April, morning.
- [FORS Launches New Training Course](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fors-launches-new-training-course/): A new, one-day fleet management training course has been developed by the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS), specifically designed for managers responsible for fleets that do not require an Operator Licence, such as car and van fleets.
- [DPD No 1 Logistics Service Provider](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/dpd-no-1-logistics-service-provider/): DPD Group, the parcel delivery company, has been listed as number 1 in Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport's Top 30 Logistics Service Providers for 2019.
- [Cornwall Airport Reports Best Year Ever](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/cornwall-airport-reports-best-year-ever/): The 'best ever year' has been reported by Cornwall Airport Newquay, who has seen another rise in passenger numbers.
- [East Yorkshire Introduces Rural Buses](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/east-yorkshire-introduces-rural-buses/): Two brand new state-of-the-art buses have been added to Hull-based bus company East Yorkshire's fleet.
- [Construction Supplier Chooses Scania](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/construction-supplier-chooses-scania/): Scania has been the preferred choice of G.
- [Xplore Dundee Helps People Exercise](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/xplore-dundee-helps-people-exercise/): Xplore Dundee is lending its support to a brand new bus map which helps people find their way to the city’s parks to get some exercise outdoors.
- [Volvo Appoints Business Sales Manager](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/volvo-appoints-business-sales-manager/): As part of an increased focus on fleet, Volvo Car UK has appointed Carl Stanton as New Business Sales Manager.
- [Brits Willing to Fund Smart City Traffic Solutions](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/brits-willing-to-fund-smart-city-traffic-solutions/): New research has found an increasing appetite for smart city measures that aim to tackle urbanisation problems, such as congestion and security issues, with almost a quarter (24%) of Brits even saying they would be happy to fund these solutions using part of their own tax contributions.
- [Wincanton in Talks to Purchase Eddie Stobart](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/wincanton-in-talks-to-purchase-eddie-stobart/): Wincanton, the warehouse and logistics giant, could be a possible bidder for haulage company Eddie Stobart, having already started to look through Eddie Stobart's books.
- [LERS Launches Guide to Help Road Operators Save](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/lers-launches-guide-to-help-road-operators-save-fuel-costs/): FTA’s Logistics Emission Reduction Scheme (LERS) has launched a free guide to help all road operators, from owner-operators upwards, to reduce their use of diesel.
- [FTA Response to National Audit Office Report](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-response-to-national-audit-office-report/): “The NAO report highlights the scale of the challenge for industry.
- [Top AA Storage and Distribution Grade for Distribution Firm](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/top-aa-storage-and-distribution-grading-for-wrexham-distribution-firm/): A Wrexham distribution firm is celebrating a major business boost after gaining top grades for a vital storage standard certification at its new £3 million warehouse.
- [Loksys International Launch Train Monitoring System](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/loksys-international-launch-train-monitoring-system/): Loksys International, one of the world’s most innovative supply-chain solutions provider has signed a 2-year contract with TMS, the Turkish Railways maintenance partners, to design, install and operate an advanced rolling stock and freight monitoring solution.
- [Amara Partners with Clipper to Facilitate Growth](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/amara-partners-with-clipper-logistics-to-facilitate-growth/): Clipper Logistics is pleased to announce a new partnership agreement with Amara, the luxury homewares and accessories e-tailer.
- [Archbold Logistics Takes Delivery of DAF Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/archbold-logistics-takes-delivery-of-daf-vehicles/): Archbold Logistics, celebrating its 100-year anniversary this year, is taking delivery of 16 DAF XF 480FTG tractor units with mid-lift and steer axles as replacements for non-DAF units.
- [HGV Driver Shortage Climbs to 59,000](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/hgv-driver-shortage-climbs-to-59000/): The shortage of HGV drivers in the UK has climbed to 59,000 as 64% of transport and storage businesses now face severe skills shortages, according to a recent report by FTA.
- [Jet2 Demand Following Thomas Cook Collapse](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/jet2-reports-increased-demand-following-thomas-cook-collapse/): Dart Group, the owner of Jet2 and Jet2holidays, mentioned that the company has "experienced increased levels of customer demand" following the collapse of Thomas Cook.
- [FTA Calls for Abolition of Tariffs on New Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-calls-for-complete-abolition-of-tariffs-on-new-trucks/): A reduction in the tariff from 25% to 10% is in the right direction but FTA has called for the abolition of tariffs on trucks.
- [Green Light for New £120M Kitchen Manufacturing Facility](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/green-light-for-new-120m-kitchen-manufacturing-facility/): The UK’s number one kitchen retailer, Wren Kitchens, has today had approval from North Lincolnshire Council for the development of a £120 million state-of-the-art kitchen manufacturing facility located behind the existing factory on the Barton-upon-Humber 180-acre estate.
- [FTA Helps Grow the UK-Morocco Trade](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-helps-grow-the-uk-morocco-trade/): FTA, the voice of the logistics sector, has played a defining role in securing a landmark agreement between the UK and Morocco to grow trade between the two nations.
- [Collett & Sons Cruises out of Dover with 335 Tonnes](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/collett-sons-cruises-out-of-dover-with-335-tonnes/): Appointed by Daher Projects GmbH to undertake delivery of two 335 Tonne transformers destined for Sellindge Substation, Collett & Sons Ltd loaded up their specialist girder bridge and headed out of Cruise Terminal 1 at the Port of Dover.
- [Teesside Logistics Firm Supports Its £1M Contract](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/teesside-logistics-firm-supports-its-1m-contract/): In order to support a multi-million pound deal with a blue-chip manufacturer, a Teesside freight logistics firm has officially opened a £1 million canopy.
- [P&O Ferrymasters Offering Customs Declaration Services](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/po-ferrymasters-will-be-offering-customs-declaration-services/): P&O Ferrymasters, the multimodal logistics operator, has entered into a strategic partnership with SGS Maco in order to offer customs declaration services to its customers.
- [Comment from FTA on the Gov’s Brexit Announcement](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/comment-from-fta-on-the-governments-brexit-announcement-at-the-conservative-party-conference/): James Hookham, Deputy CEO of FTA, which speaks for the logistics industry, commented: “While a deal is preferable to the potential disruption which a No Deal Brexit would bring, FTA will continue to advise government on how the logistics industry can Keep Britain Trading, whatever the potential solution.
- [Amazon Orders Electric Vans from EV Start-Up](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/amazon-orders-electric-vans-from-ev-start-up/): Amazon has placed an order to EV start-up Rivian for 100,000 electric delivery vehicles.
- [Famous Taxi Maker Registers Best-Ever Sales Month](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/famous-taxi-maker-registers-best-ever-sales-month/): The month of September has been registered by the Warwickshire-headquartered company famous for its London black taxi as the best month of sales in its history.
- [Menzies Distribution Sells Warehouses](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/menzies-distribution-sells-warehouses-to-investment-company/): Menzies Distribution Limited (MDL) has sold via a sale and leaseback transaction to Custodian REIT, the Leicester-based property investment company, a portfolio of properties worth £24.65 million.
- [Talent in Logistics to Challenge Industry Perceptions](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/talent-in-logistics-to-challenge-industry-perceptions-at-fta-event/): Only 8% of people aged between 11-20 years old consider logistics to be an attractive career option, according to a recent study by Talent in Logistics.
- [Collett Offers 110 Tonne Straddle Carrier at Depot](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/collett-offers-a-110-tonne-straddle-carrier-at-grangemouth-depot/): At Collett's portside Scottish headquarters in Grangemouth, they offer a 110 Tonne straddle carrier, a 45 Tonne straddle carrier and range of forklift trucks up to 15 Tonne.
- [FTA Warns Authorities on Limitations of Clean Air Zones](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/fta-warns-local-authorities-of-the-limitations-of-clean-air-zones/): Clean Air Zones (CAZs) are not the most effective way to reach government-imposed air quality improvement targets, according to FTA, the voice of the UK logistics sector.
- [Peel Logistics Property Secures Approval for New Warehouses](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/peel-logistics-property-secures-approval-for-new-warehouses/): Peel Logistics Property has secured approval to build two warehouses totalling nearly 136,000 sq ft at the strategic development site near Crewe, after acquiring the plot from Goodman in April.
- [Van Excellence Awards 2019 Extends Its Deadline](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/van-excellence-awards-2019-extends-its-deadline/): FTA has extended the deadline for entries to its Van Excellence Honours Lunch 2019, sponsored by Mercedes-Benz Vans, to 29 September 2019 following a flurry of late entries.
- [Loksys International Seals 5 Year Deal With Costa Rican Government](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/loksys-international-seals-5-year-deal-with-costa-rican-government/): Loksys and local partner Centrack create a powerful logistics tracking and monitoring solution for South American Govt Agencies.
- [Prime Minister's Proposals May not Produce Brexit Breakthrough](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uk-businesses-prime-ministers-proposals-may-not-produce-brexit-breakthrough/): An international logistics expert has warned UK businesses not to expect too much from Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s reported proposals for an amended Brexit withdrawal agreement.
- [International Air Transport Association Talks About Safety](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/international-air-transport-association-talks-about-safety/): Anybody in the air cargo chain would agree on this basic guiding principle: safety always comes first.
- [Collett Transport Partnership with Mansfield Pollard](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/collett-transport-partnership-with-mansfield-pollard/): Collett & Sons Ltd partner with Mansfield Pollard to deliver their largest project to date.
- [DVSA Update Enforcement and Transformation Work](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/dvsa-to-update-on-enforcement-and-transformation-work/): The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) will be demonstrating how it is transforming its enforcement processes at FTA’s Transport Manager autumn conference series, sponsored by Bridgestone Tyres.
- [FTA to Provide Free Brexit Readiness Workshops](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-to-provide-free-brexit-readiness-workshops/): With less than 40 days until the UK is due to leave the EU, goods vehicle operators must ensure they are fully prepared for a No Deal Brexit.
- [Haulage Company Secures Funding from HSBC](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/haulage-company-secures-funding-from-hsbc/): A six-figure funding package has been secured by a West Yorkshire haulage company from HSBC UK to expand its fleet.
- [Updated Plans for Newcastle Clean Air Zone Still Punish](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/updated-plans-for-newcastle-clean-air-zone-still-punish-local-businesses/): The updated plans for a Clean Air Zone (CAZ) in Newcastle will hurt local businesses while failing to provide the most effective method to improve air quality, according to FTA, the voice of the logistics industry.
- [UK Businesses Need to Prepare for No-Deal Brexit](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uk-businesses-need-to-continue-preparing-for-no-deal-brexit/): An international logistics expert has urged UK businesses to continue preparing for a no-deal Brexit.
- [Clarification on Customs Declarations Vital to Keep Britain Trading](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/clarification-on-customs-declarations-vital-to-keep-britain-trading/): FTA, the voice of the logistics industry, is urging Northern Ireland’s traders to recognise how and where customs declarations are to be made after the UK’s departure from the EU, to protect the country’s interconnected and highly complex supply chain from breakdown after Brexit.
- [London’s Longest Pier Arrived at Royal Wharf](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/londons-longest-pier-arrived-at-royal-wharf/): The highly-anticipated Royal Wharf Pier arrived in London yesterday in impressive fashion, as the canting brow, carried on a 65m x 60m boat and the pontoon, brought in by the Mts Viscount tug, were transported along the River Thames to the shores of the landmark Royal Wharf development.
- [New Buses to Join the World's Biggest Biogas-Powered Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/new-buses-to-join-the-worlds-biggest-biogas-powered-fleet/): The world’s largest biogas-powered bus fleet in Nottingham, UK, will welcome additional buses.
- [Cullimore Support and Recognition of Haulage](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/cullimore-group-calls-for-support-and-recognition-of-haulage/): According to RHA figures, 98% of all goods consumed in the UK are transported by road and the industry itself is valued at around £124bn to the economy.
- [Trucks Could Be Turned Away from Ports in No-Deal Brexit](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/trucks-could-be-turned-away-from-ports-in-no-deal-brexit/): It has emerged that disruption at ports across the country could be worse than the government had previously estimated.
- [Logistics Business Expansion Creates New Jobs](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/logistics-business-expansion-creates-new-jobs/): More than 30 jobs are due to be created by a warehousing and logistics operator that has doubled its space at Wakefield 41 Business Park.
- [XPO Logistics to Optimise JD Sports Supply Chain](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/xpo-logistics-selected-to-optimise-jd-sports-supply-chain/): XPO Logistics has been selected by JD Sports to optimize its UK supply chain for retail brand GO Outdoors by integrating the distribution of stock for GO Outdoors with other JD Sports brands, including Blacks, Millets and Ultimate Outdoors.
- [FTA Transport Manager Conferences Set for Record Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-transport-manager-conferences-set-for-record-year/): The first of FTA’s Transport Manager conferences takes place in just two weeks’ time, and bookings look set to break previous records once again with over 1,200 delegates already booked to attend.
- [S&J Transport Makes the Switch to BFGoodrich Tyres](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/sj-transport-makes-the-switch-to-bfgoodrich-tyres/): S&J Transport, a family run bulk haulage firm, has switched to a 100% BFGoodrich tyre policy across its fleet of rigid and articulated tippers, replacing a practice of fitting budget tyres that used to cause frequent damage.
- [Heathrow Airport Expansion Vital for Global Trading](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/heathrow-airport-expansion-vital-for-global-trading/): An expanded Heathrow Airport is vital to support the UK’s global trading ambitions post-Brexit, according to FTA, the only organisation representing the whole logistics sector.
- [FTA Response to Yellowhammer Document Release](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-response-to-yellowhammer-document-release/): FTA, the voice of the logistics sector, has worked closely with government over the past three years to develop new trading processes for the UK's businesses to use after Brexit, but the Yellowhammer document shows that there is still much that could go wrong and still has to be done to keep Britain trading effectively.
- [FTA Responds to Hammersmith Bridge Repair Work](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-responds-to-hammersmith-bridge-repair-work/): Following the announcement that only cars and buses will be allowed to use the Hammersmith Bridge once repair works are completed, Denise Beedell, Policy Manager for Vans and Urban at FTA, the business organisation representing the logistics sector, commented: “FTA is calling for Transport for London and Hammersmith & Fulham Council to allow – at the very least – light commercial vehicles (LCVs) to use this strategically important river crossing once repair work is complete.
- [Van Excellence Announces Partnership with FleetCheck](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/van-excellence-announces-partnership-with-fleetcheck/): Van Excellence, a scheme to promote the safe and efficient operations of vans, has announced a partnership with FleetCheck, the UK’s most recommended fleet management software.
- [Forth Ports Launches Digital Container Tracking System](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/forth-ports-launches-digital-container-tracking-system/): Due to the launch of a new digital container tracking system by ports operator Forth Ports Ltd, customers at the busy container ports of London and Grangemouth can now track the status of their containers online.
- [Respite Opportunity Presented to Logistics Operators](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/respite-opportunity-presented-to-logistics-operators/): As the UK government announced a further £2 billion in funding and the EU extended access to the market after the UK leaves, the possibly of a brief respite presented itself to logistics operators preparing for Brexit.
- [Hankook Tire Awarded for Its Innovative Concept Tyres](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/hankook-tire-awarded-for-its-innovative-concept-tyres/): Premium tyre maker Hankook was selected as a finalist in the automotive and transportation category at the world-class International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) 2019 held on 21st August in Chicago, USA.
- [Collett Delivers Crane Vehicle for Flood Damaged Dales](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/collett-delivers-crane-vehicle-for-flood-damaged-dales/): After a month’s worth of rain fell in just two hours, Cogden Beck bridge was completely destroyed by boulders and debris washed down in the early August floods.
- [FTA Response to Government Spending Review](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-response-to-government-spending-review/): Heidi Skinner, Head of Policy & Public Affairs Manager at FTA, commented: “As the business organisation representing the logistics sector, FTA is pleased to see the Chancellor’s announcement of a further £2 billion for Brexit delivery in the Spending Review earlier today (4 September 2019).
- [Post-Brexit Connectivity for Road and Air Freight](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/post-brexit-connectivity-for-road-and-air-freight/): The proposal from the European Commission to modify the end date of its contingency measures on road haulage and aviation would give UK logistics operators welcome breathing space as they continue their Brexit preparations, according to FTA, which speaks for the sector.
- [FTA Celebrates Reaching 18,000 Members](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/fta-celebrates-reaching-18000-members/): FTA is celebrating a major milestone after signing Thomas Ridley & Son Ltd as its 18,000th member to confirm its position as the largest and most influential business organisation representing the UK logistics industry.
- [Crane Vehicle from Collett for Flood Damaged Dales](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/crane-vehicle-from-collett-for-flood-damaged-dales/): Utilising their crane vehicle fleet to provide a flexible transport and offloading solution, Collett deliver four giant steel tubes to the Yorkshire Dales.
- [Businesses will Tackle Labour Shortages with New Event](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/businesses-will-tackle-labour-shortages-with-new-event/): Thirty-six per cent of logistics companies anticipate long delays recruiting HGV drivers in the next 12 months, according to a 2019 survey by FTA, as the labour shortage across the sector reaches crisis point.
- [Ready for a No-Deal? – Brexit Checklist](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ready-for-a-no-deal-your-brexit-checklist-conference/): New Prime Minister Boris Johnson has stated clearly that the UK will leave the European Union on 31 October 2019 – with or without a deal.
- [Dundee Bus Driver Hopes for Gold at the End of the Rainbow](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/dundee-bus-driver-hopes-for-gold-at-the-end-of-the-rainbow/): Xplore Dundee’s top driver is travelling to Blackpool to compete in this weekend’s Bus Driver of the Year competition.
- [FTA Seeks Logistics Thought Leaders for Flagship Event](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-seeks-logistics-thought-leaders-for-new-flagship-event/): As a sector, logistics is at the heart of the success of UK plc, with more than seven million people involved in the industry and associated business areas.
- [FTA Event to Help Van Operators Reach Zero Emission Target](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/fta-event-to-help-van-operators-reach-zero-emission-target/): With the government's stated ambition to transition road transport to a zero emission industry by 2040, van operators must have a plan in place to decarbonise their businesses.
- [Crane Vehicle for Flood Damaged Dales](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/crane-vehicle-for-flood-damaged-dales/): After a month’s worth of rain fell in just two hours, Cogden Beck bridge was completely destroyed by boulders and debris washed down in the early August floods.
- [Plans Underway to Implement Clean Air Zones](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/plans-underway-to-implement-clean-air-zones/): Plans are under way for cities across the UK to implement Clean Air Zones or similar air quality improvement schemes, which could involve prohibitively high charges on those using older HGVs and vans.
- [Time for Politics to Give Way to Action, Says FTA](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/time-for-politics-to-give-way-to-action-says-fta/): The time has come for government to put the politics of Brexit to one side, come clean with industry, and share its full impact assessment for a No Deal departure from the EU, according to FTA, the organisation which speaks for the logistics sector.
- [Seven Asset Renews Its Fleet for Classic Fine Foods](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/seven-asset-renews-its-fleet-for-classic-fine-foods/): Seven Asset Management have gained the latest series of fleet renewals for Classic Fine Foods; the premier food supplier offering a diverse range of high-quality products to the best restaurants and hotels throughout the United Kingdom, as well as also supplying some of the most prestigious department stores and gourmet food outlets.
- [Kia Will Be Hosting a Fleet Roadshow This Autumn](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/kia-will-be-hosting-a-fleet-roadshow-this-autumn/): It has been announced that Kia will host a five-stop fleet roadshow across England and Scotland from early October to November.
- [XPO Logistics Renews Partnership with Arco](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/xpo-logistics-renews-partnership-with-arco/): XPO Logistics, a global provider of transport and logistics solutions, has been awarded a multi-year contract renewal by Arco, one of the UK’s largest suppliers of safety equipment, workwear and safety services.
- [Logistics Company Contract with Neighbouring Business](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/logistics-company-secures-contract-with-neighbouring-business/): A Leicestershire logistics company has secured a new contract with a neighbouring business.
- [West Coast Rail Franchise Awarded to First Group](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/west-coast-rail-franchise-awarded-to-first-group/): The West Coast rail franchise has been awarded by the UK government to First Group and Trenitalia UK, unit of Italy’s main rail operator that will replace Virgin Trains on one of the country’s main north-south routes.
- [It's Time to Review the Fleet Fuel Policy](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/its-time-to-review-the-fleet-fuel-policy-according-to-fleet-logistics/): Fuel prices are extremely volatile at the moment with unrest between the US and Iran and Trump’s threats to escalate the trade war with China, combined with uncertainty over Brexit, creating unsettled conditions in world oil markets.
- [UK Take Government Freeports Claims with Pinch of Salt](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uk-businesses-should-take-government-freeports-claims-with-pinch-of-salt/): An international logistics expert has said UK businesses should view the government’s rhetoric about its proposal to introduce freeports after Brexit with some scepticism for now.
- [Jack Richards and Son Sells Shares to Turners](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/jack-richards-and-son-sells-shares-to-turners/): Jack Richards and Son has decided to sell 80% of its shares to Turners (Soham), creating a partnership worth more than £475 million and a headcount of more than 4,000 members of staff.
- [Collett & Sons Delivered the World’s Largest Crane](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/collett-sons-have-delivered-the-worlds-largest-crane/): Unveiled at the Port of Ghent in November 2018, Sarens SGC-250, the largest crane in the world, required a transport solution for delivery to the Hinkley Point C Nuclear Power Plant (HPC) site in Somerset and Collett & Sons were right for the job.
- [BT Fleet Division Sold to AURELIUS for £200 Million](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bt-fleet-division-sold-to-aurelius-for-200-million/): BT Group has continued to restructure its operations by selling their BT Fleet division, which owns and manages many of the vehicles used by Openreach and various other companies (e.g.
- [Onus Making Sure Hauliers Get the Paperwork Right](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/onus-making-sure-hauliers-get-the-paperwork-right/): Government plans to strengthen compliance with Operation Brock (the queueing system to be introduced for lorries in Kent in the event of a No Deal Brexit) will place the responsibility to travel with correct documentation on haulage businesses, despite a lack of clarity on the actual paperwork required, according to FTA.
- [Dual Carriageway to Provide Boost to North West Economy](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/dual-carriageway-opening-to-provide-boost-to-north-west-economy/): “As the organisation representing the UK’s logistics sector, FTA campaigned for the dualling of the A6 for several years; we are so pleased that a seven kilometre stretch of the new carriageway is opening to traffic today (Monday 5 August).
- [Birmingham Bus Operator Reveals Plans to Raise Money](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/birmingham-bus-operator-reveals-plans-to-raise-money/): Plans to raise more than £1.4 million by issuing new shares to make acquisitions have been revealed by Birmingham bus operator Rotala.
- [Futurologist to Headline FTA Future Van 2019](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/futurologist-to-headline-fta-future-van-2019/): Expert futurologist, Fergus McVey of 7th Sense Research, will be headlining FTA’s brand new one-day conference, Future Van 2019, taking place at the NAEC in Stoneleigh, Warwickshire on 3 October 2019, sponsored by Mercedes-Benz Vans.
- [FTA Keeps Logistics Businesses Front of Mind](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-keeps-northern-irelands-logistics-businesses-front-of-mind/): FTA, the only business organisation representing the logistics sector, has outlined the importance of the industry at an exclusive meeting with Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Julian Smith, at Stormont today (30 July 2019).
- [Clocaenog Wind Farm Deliveries Have Been Completed](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/clocaenog-wind-farm-deliveries-have-been-completed/): The final component deliveries to Clocaenog Wind Farm have been completed.
- [FTA's Essential Handbooks Updated with Latest Information](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ftas-essential-handbooks-updated-with-latest-information/): The increasing number of vehicles on the road and constantly changing regulations that need to be observed could make life increasingly complicated for the professional driver.
- [DSV Shortlisted in FTA Logistics Awards](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/dsv-shortlisted-in-fta-logistics-awards/): DSV has been named as a finalist in the Rail Business of the Year category in the 2019 FTA Logistics Awards.
- [Connect Group at Leading Health and Safety Awards](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/success-for-connect-group-at-leading-health-and-safety-awards/): Leading logistics specialist, Connect Group, has been awarded 10 accolades by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) for its commitment to health and safety for a third consecutive year.
- [Expert Urges UK Businesses to Review EU Contracts](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/international-logistics-expert-urges-uk-businesses-to-review-eu-contracts-urgently/): An international logistics expert has urged UK businesses to review contracts they have in place with companies in the EU urgently following Boris Johnson’s appointment as UK Prime Minister.
- [Collett Completes Delivery of Battenhall Bridleway](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/collett-completes-delivery-of-battenhall-bridleway-to-the-west-midlands/): Collecting from their manufacturing facility in Northallerton, each of the three deck sections, arch section and two arch ends required transport solutions, firstly to Sheffield for finishing before final delivery to site.
- [Shortlist Announced for FTA Logistics Awards 2019](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/shortlist-announced-for-fta-logistics-awards-2019/): FTA has announced the shortlist of the 58 finalists in the running to win an accolade at the prestigious FTA Logistics Awards 2019, following a record number of entrants this year.
- [Van Excellence Wins Award for Driver Mental Health](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/van-excellence-wins-award-for-driver-mental-health-campaign/): Van Excellence’s initiative with the charity CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) which aims to increase awareness of and conversations about mental health among van drivers has won the Innovation Award at the Company Van Today Awards at a ceremony.
- [Airport Xpress Off to a Flying Start since its launch](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/airport-xpress-off-to-a-flying-start/): Dundee’s first express link with Edinburgh Airport has got off to a flying start, with more than 11 000 journeys sold on the Airport Xpress coach service since its launch in June.
- [Finalists of UK Fleet Safety Awards 2019 Announced](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/finalists-of-uk-fleet-safety-awards-2019-announced/): The shortlist for the 2019 annual Fleet Safety Awards has been announced by road safety charity Brake.
- [FTA Advises Against No Deal to Keep Britain Trading](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-advises-against-no-deal-to-keep-britain-trading/): As the Conservative Party leadership contest reaches its conclusion this week, FTA, the organisation representing the logistics industry, has written to both candidates to urge them to consider the impacts a ‘No deal Brexit’ would have on UK-EU supply chains, and to ensure the co-ordination of logistics activities at a high level to minimise and manage these effects in order to keep Britain trading.
- [FTA Comments on Local Road Network Funding](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-comments-on-local-road-network-funding/): In response to the DFT announcement on local road network funding last week (20 July 2019), FTA’s Malcolm Bingham, Head of Road Network Policy said: “FTA’s members have been very clear, that the road network has been subject to chronic under-investment for many years.
- [Air Quality on the Agenda of a Key National Conference](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/air-quality-on-the-agenda-of-a-key-national-conference/): With air quality and emissions levels hitting the national headlines on a regular basis, FTA, the leading business organisation which represents the interests of the logistics industry, is delighted to be partnering with the Air Quality News 2019 National Air Quality Conference.
- [Collett Delivery of Battenhall Bridleway to Worcester](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/collett-completes-delivery-of-battenhall-bridleway-to-worcester/): Consisting of six separate loads, Collett have completed delivery of Battenhall Bridleway to the West Midlands.
- [Bouden Coach Travel Takes Its First Irizar I6S Itegral](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/bouden-coach-travel-takes-its-first-irizar-i6s-itegral/): After welcoming their first Scania to the fleet back in March, Bouden Coach Travel have decided to stick with the brand as they introduce their new Irizar I6S Integral.
- [FTA Comments on Manchester Clean Air Zone](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/fta-comments-on-greater-manchester-clean-air-zone-developments/): Commenting on the bringing forward by two years of plans to include vans in Greater Manchester’s Clean Air Zone, Mags Simpson, FTA’s Head of Policy for Northern England, said: “While the logistics sector is fully committed to reducing vehicle emissions wherever possible and acknowledges the role the industry must play in improving the air quality of our cities, allowing only 18 months in which Manchester’s van operators must become compliant before the introduction of the authority’s Clean Air Zone is simply an additional tax on the area’s small businesses.
- [Menzies Transport Receives FTA Roadworthiness Award](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/menzies-transport-receives-fta-roadworthiness-award/): FTA, the organisation which speaks for the UK’s logistics industry, has presented Menzies Distribution’s Swindon depot with its prestigious Roadworthiness Award.
- [Hankook Tyre Celebrates 10 & 20 Year Milestones](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/hankook-tyre-uk-celebrates-ten-and-twenty-year-milestones/): Premium tyre maker Hankook celebrates long service awards for four more employees at the company’s UK office based in Daventry, Northamptonshire.
- [Xplore Dundee Offers Apprenticeship as Part of Charity Partnership](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/xplore-dundee-offers-apprenticeship-as-part-of-charity-partnership/): Xplore Dundee and the youth work charity Helm is celebrating a successful partnership, just months after joining forces.
- [Government Says No Deal Is Not an Option for Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/government-says-no-deal-is-not-an-option-for-logistics/): A data paper on Northern Ireland’s trade and investment prospects after a No Deal Brexit shows how unacceptable an outcome that could be for the country’s logistics businesses, according to FTA, the business organisation representing the sector.
- [Ticketer Selected as One of 1000 Companies to Inspire](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ticketer-selected-as-one-of-1000-companies-to-inspire-britain-2019/): Ticketer has been identified as one of the London Stock Exchange Group’s 1000 Companies to Inspire Britain 2019.
- [Hankook Announce Winner of Technical Excellence Award](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/hankook-announces-winner-of-the-technical-excellence-award/): This year saw the 33rd Motor Transport Awards take place at the Grosvenor House Hotel situated on London’s Park Lane.
- [Xplore Dundee Celebrates TWO mTicket Milestones](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/xplore-dundee-celebrates-two-mticket-milestones/): Two lucky bus customers have won free travel, after buying Xplore Dundee’s ‘Golden mTickets’.
- [Logistics Scotland Conference: Driving to New Heights](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/logistics-scotland-conference-2020-driving-the-sector-to-new-heights/): Logistics has a key role to play in helping the Scottish economy to grow, according to FTA, the business group representing the sector, through the provision of safe, efficient and cost-effective solutions to the country’s supply chain challenges.
- [DfT Holding Back Carbon Benefit of Longer Semi Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/dft-holding-back-carbon-benefit-of-longer-semi-trailers/): The government should make use of longer semi-trailers (LSTs) a permanent fixture on the UK’s roads following the successful outcome of its trial, according to FTA, the only business group representing all of the logistics sector.
- [FTA Begins Annual Search for UK's Best Van Drivers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/fta-begins-annual-search-for-uks-best-van-drivers/): The search has begun for the UK’s best van drivers with the launch of FTA’s 2020 Driver of the Year competition.
- [Fantastic Prizes for FTA Transport Manager of the Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fantastic-prizes-on-offer-for-fta-transport-manager-of-the-year-winners/): Fantastic prizes are on offer in FTA’s brand-new event for the logistics industry, the Transport Manager of the Year competition sponsored by Brigade Electronics.
- [Road Funding Boost will Kick Start UK Growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/road-funding-boost-will-kick-start-uk-growth/): Following an announcement from the Department for Transport (DfT) that it is funding more than £93 million in improvements to the road network, Christopher Snelling, Head of UK Policy at FTA comments: “FTA and its members are thrilled the DfT has announced this funding programme; the road network has been subject to chronic underinvestment for many years.
- [FTA Response to Heathrow Airport Decision](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/fta-response-to-heathrow-airport-decision/): “This decision is a blow to the economy.
- [Pallet Network New Member: Time Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/the-pallet-network-signs-a-new-member-tamworth-based-time-logistics/): TPN – The Pallet Network — has signed Tamworth-based Time Logistics, which starts as a full Member on Monday 2nd March.
- [Tip-Ex and Tank-Ex Will Be Livening Up The Harrogate](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/tip-ex-and-tank-ex-2020-will-be-livening-up-the-historic-town-of-harrogate-once-again-this-spring/): Taking place from 28-30 May, this year’s event is packed with the latest vehicles and technology aimed at the bulk haulage sector, as well as a host of exciting new features for visitors.
- [Budget 2020: Fuel Duty Rise Bad for UK Economy and No Help for Environment](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/budget-2020-fuel-duty-rise-bad-for-uk-economy-and-no-help-for-environment/): In its Budget 2020 submission, FTA, the only business organisation which speaks on behalf of all of the logistics sector, has raised concerns about the negative impacts the speculated rise in fuel duty would have.
- [Vehicles as a Weapon Is a Real Danger](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/vehicles-as-a-weapon-is-a-real-danger-says-counter-terrorism-police-to-fta/): Scott Gibbons of the Counter Terrorism Policing Headquarters has highlighted the danger Vehicle as a Weapon (VAW) attacks pose to logistics businesses and UK citizens in an interview with FTA’s Logistics Magazine.
- [Coventry CAZ Rejection a Win for Business and Environment](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/coventry-caz-rejection-a-win-for-business-and-environment/): The government’s rejection of a charging Clean Air Zone (CAZ) in Coventry is the right decision for the local economy and the city’s long-term air quality prospects, according to FTA, the only business group representing all of the logistics sector.
- [Lytx Reveals the Riskiest Driving Trends](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/lytx-reveals-the-riskiest-driving-trends/): Lytx, a leading global provider of machine vision and artificial intelligence-based video telematics, analytics, productivity and safety solutions for commercial, public sector and services fleets, has revealed the top fleet risky driving trends in the U.K.
- [FTA Comment: Effects of New Immigration Proposals](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-comments-on-effects-of-new-immigration-proposals-on-scotland/): Following the UK government’s announcement of new immigration plans, FTA’s Head of Policy for Scotland, Mags Simpson, comments: “The new immigration proposals announced this week by the UK government do not meet the needs of Scotland, and are hugely worrying for Scotland’s industries, particularly freight and logistics.
- [FTA Is Co-ordinating the Future Logistics Conference 2020](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-is-co-ordinating-the-future-logistics-conference-2020/): FTA is proud to be the Strategic Partner of Innovation and Technology in Transport (ITT) Hub.
- [FORS Freezes Fees for Fifth Year Running](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fors-freezes-fees-for-fifth-year-running/): FORS has confirmed there will be no increase to its membership subscription or audit fees during 2020, for the fifth year in succession.
- [UK Economy Cannot Operate Without Vital Workers](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/uk-economy-cannot-operate-without-vital-logistics-workers/): Vital logistics workers must be excluded from the government’s restrictive post-Brexit immigration policy, according FTA, the only business group representing all of the logistics sector.
- [Apprenticeship Levy a Wasted Resource](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/apprenticeship-levy-a-wasted-resource/): In response to figures obtained by the BBC that reveal employers are failing to use hundreds of millions of pounds that was intended for training apprentices, Sally Gilson, Head of Skills Policy at FTA, comments: “As the business organisation representing the logistics sector, FTA needs the government to realise that the hundreds of millions of pounds in unused apprenticeship funding points towards a flaw in the current system.
- [Intelligent Infrastructure to Transform Rail Operations](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/intelligent-infrastructure-to-digitally-transform-rail-operations/): Network Rail, Britain's principal rail infrastructure owner, has chosen Network Rail to lead a new consortium tasked with delivering data-driven operations as part of a comprehensive Intelligent Infrastructure transformation programme.
- [CEO Taking Logistics to New Heights After Change](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ceo-taking-logistics-to-new-heights-after-decade-of-change/): “The past ten years have been really fulfilling from a personal and professional point of view,” he explains, “as our work has brought logistics to the forefront of many people’s minds.
- [FTA Comments on M20 Moveable Barrier](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/fta-comments-on-m20-moveable-barrier/): The news that the government and Highways England have developed a further solution to handle potential traffic disruption from the ports in Kent is promising news for businesses in the county, and for hauliers who need to keep goods moving between the UK and the Continent.
- [Enerpac JS-125 Adds to Collett’s Heavy Lifting Services](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/enerpac-js-125-adds-to-colletts-heavy-lifting-services/): Collett & Sons Ltd increase their heavy lift capacity with the addition of the Enerpac JS-125 500 Tonne capacity incremental lifting system.
- [Woman of the Year Allison Kemp Takes to the Roads](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/allison-kemp-takes-the-helm-of-ftas-road-freight-council/): A female logistics expert is leading the debate on the future of the UK’s road transport sector, following her election as chair of FTA’s Road Freight Council.
- [HS2 Has the Green Light: Now It Must Deliver for Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/hs2-has-the-green-light-now-it-must-deliver-for-logistics/): FTA is pleased HS2 is set to be given the go ahead but logistics businesses now need a guarantee from government that it will use the high-speed rail line to free up space for rail freight services on existing lines.
- [Football Legend to Guest Star at FTA's Northern Ireland Logistics Lunch](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/football-legend-to-guest-star-at-ftas-northern-ireland-logistics-lunch/): Former Premier League footballer Andy Cole will be speaking at FTA’s annual Northern Ireland Logistics Lunch, to be held at the Merchant Hotel in Belfast on Friday 5 June 2020.
- [Working in Partnership with Total Produce](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/working-in-partnership-with-total-produce/): Total Produce offer a complete range of fresh fruits and vegetables from across the globe.
- [Yusen Logistics Opens New Cross Dock Facility](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/yusen-logistics-opens-new-cross-dock-facility-in-northampton/): Yusen Logistics has commenced operations from its new distribution facility in the heart of the East Midlands Gateway in Northampton.
- [Lower Thames Crossing Must Have Welfare Facilities](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/lower-thames-crossing-must-have-welfare-facilities-for-drivers/): “As the only business group representing all of logistics, FTA is urging government to include provision for driver facilities in its plans for a Lower Thames Crossing.
- [Brandon Hire Achieves Dramatic Improvement](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/brandon-hire-station-achieves-dramatic-improvement-in-driver-performance-with-lytx/): Brandon Hire Station, one of the U.K.’s biggest tool and plant hire companies, has significantly improved its drivers’ safety records after installing video telematics and analytics solutions from Lytx.
- [Logistics Needs Access to Migrant Workers to Keep Britain Trading](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/logistics-needs-access-to-migrant-workers-to-keep-britain-trading/): “While FTA is pleased to see the £30,000 salary threshold has been reduced, the MAC’s proposal to retain the Level 3 qualification requirement would severely worsen the shortage of labour in the logistics sector if implemented; as such, it should be removed from the post-Brexit immigration policy.
- [FTA Response to Smart Motorways Investigation](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fta-response-to-smart-motorways-investigation/): “As the business group representing the logistics sector, FTA is calling on the government to take measures to improve the safety of smart motorways.
- [Longstanding Client, HMT Group, Commits to Order](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/longstanding-client-hmt-group-commits-to-2020-order/): We are delighted to announce that longstanding customer, HMT Group, has ordered 10 new Extendable Trombone Platforms for delivery early 2020!
- [2/3 of Brits Think Electric Cars Are the Future](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/two-thirds-of-brits-think-electric-cars-are-the-future-of-the-motor-industry/): Transport currently accounts for almost a third (30%) of the world’s total energy use and around a quarter of the global energy-related carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions[1].
- [KAMAZ-Master Dominates Dakar Rally on Goodyear Tyres](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/kamaz-master-dominates-2020-dakar-rally-on-standard-goodyear-tyres/): The KAMAZ-master team came in on 1st and 2nd position after 12 challenging stages and won - for the 17th time - the famous DAKAR 2020.
- [TfL Funding Scheme Will Ease Financial Burden on Local Businesses](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tfl-funding-scheme-will-ease-financial-burden-on-local-businesses/): FTA strongly welcomes Transport for London’s (TfL) decision to increase its financial support for businesses needing to replace their current vans and HGVs with newer, cleaner models in preparation for the tightening of the Low Emission Zone (LEZ) standards later this year.
- [Efficiency of Interconnected Short Sea Networks](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/coastlink-conference-2020-to-discuss-efficiency-of-interconnected-short-sea-networks/): Short sea shipping can provide an alternative, more sustainable solution to moving goods across Europe than a purely road-based approach, according to FTA, the business organisation representing the logistics industry.
- [Be More Open with Businesses About for EU Talks](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/international-logistics-expert-urges-government-to-be-more-open-with-businesses-about-aims-for-eu-talks/): An international logistics expert has called on the government to be more open with businesses about its objectives for the forthcoming talks concerning Britain’s post-Brexit trading relationship with the EU.
- [Statement on Decision on Bath Clean Air Zone](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/statement-on-bath-clean-air-zone/): “A Class C charging Clean Air Zone (CAZ) is the worst option for businesses in Bath and the regional economy; it will directly impede the work of the region’s business community.
- [Collett Expand with 76,000 sq ft Bradford Facility](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/collett-expand-with-76000-sq-ft-bradford-facility/): Leading specialist transport Company, Collett & Sons Ltd, have expanded their operations, purchasing 76,000 sq ft of warehousing and office space at their new Bradford site.
- [Businesses Oppose Changes to Newcastle Clean Air Plans](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/businesses-oppose-radical-changes-to-newcastle-clean-air-plans/): The logistics sector is extremely disappointed by the radical changes made by Newcastle City Council (NCC) to its planned Clean Air Zone (CAZ), according to FTA, the business organisation which speaks for the sector.
- [New Safety Guidance Launched for Gig Economy Couriers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/new-safety-guidance-launched-for-gig-economy-couriers/): RoSPA has launched new guidance aimed at helping self-employed gig economy workers, such as couriers and taxi drivers, stay safe on the road.
- [Stolen Vehicles and Equipment Cost Businesses Each Year](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/stolen-vehicles-and-equipment-cost-businesses-more-than-16000-each-year/): Research released today by Verizon Connect reveals that stolen vehicles and equipment costs fleet-based businesses an average of £16,253 each year; the average business has at least one vehicle stolen annually.
- [FTA Comments on the Reopening of the Northern Ireland Assembly](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-comments-on-the-reopening-of-the-northern-ireland-assembly/): “The confirmation of a new administration in Stormont gives Northern Ireland’s logistics businesses long-overdue reassurance that the sector’s concerns, and the future of NI trade, can once again be prioritised by government.
- [Launch of Birmingham City Council’s Draft Plan](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/response-to-the-launch-of-birmingham-city-councils-draft-transport-plan/): In response to the launch of Birmingham City Council’s draft Transport Plan, Chris Yarsley, Policy Manager for the Midlands at FTA, comments: “As the business organisation representing the UK logistics sector, FTA is calling on Birmingham City Council to reconsider its plans to impose restrictions upon freight vehicles entering the city during the daytime.
- [FTA Comments on Operation Brock Barrier Removal](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fta-comments-on-operation-brock-barrier-removal/): Following the announcement that the Operation Brock barrier is to be dismantled, Heidi Skinner, FTA’s Policy Manager for the South East, comments: “FTA, the business organisation representing the logistics industry, welcomes the removal of the Operation Brock barriers and calls on government to develop a permanent solution to Operation Stack which can effectively manage freight traffic during cross Channel disruptions.
- [Xplore Dundee Launches New Buses in 2020](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/xplore-dundee-launches-new-buses-in-2020/): The New Year is bringing new buses for customers of Xplore Dundee.
- [Expert Urges Businesses to Keep Eyes on Brexit Ball](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/expert-urges-businesses-to-keep-eyes-on-brexit-ball/): An international logistics expert has urged British businesses to keep their eyes on the Brexit ball, despite the government apparently trying to reduce public attention on the issue.
- [Future Mayor Should Work with Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/future-mayor-should-work-with-logistics-to-make-london-cleaner-safer-and-more-efficient/): The next Mayor of London should work more closely with the logistics sector to make London cleaner, safer and more efficient, according to FTA, the voice of the UK logistics sector.
- [TJ Transport Ltd 5 Year Partnership with Goodyear](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/tj-transport-ltd-agrees-five-year-partnership-with-goodyears-total-mobility-package/): Goodyear Tyres is delighted to announce that its tailored end-to-end fleet offering, Goodyear Total Mobility, will support TJ Transport Ltd in a five-year partnership.
- [Oxford Zero Emission Zone a Tax on Vital Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/oxford-zero-emission-zone-a-tax-on-vital-commercial-vehicles/): Plans for a Zero Emission Zone (ZEZ) in Oxford are effectively a tax on trucks and vans in areas of the city, according to FTA.
- [3PL Record Breaking December with 600% Growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/3pl-enjoys-record-breaking-december-with-600-year-on-year-growth/): eCommerce Fulfilment and Logistics provider 3PL enjoyed a record-breaking December, building on a year that has seen huge growth and significant investment for the Wigan-based company.
- [International Logistics Expert Warns Businesses EU Free Trade Deal Will Not Do What It Says on the Tin](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/international-logistics-expert-warns-businesses-eu-free-trade-deal-will-not-do-what-it-says-on-the-tin/): An international logistics expert has warned businesses a future free trade agreement between Britain and the EU would not permit anything like the frictionless trade they currently enjoy with the bloc.
- [FTA Launches 2019 Logistics Emissions Review](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/fta-launches-2019-logistics-emissions-review/): FTA has launched its 2019 Logistics Emissions Review, which includes the latest results of the Logistics Emissions Reduction Scheme (LERS), a voluntary group which seeks to improve the environmental performance of the logistics industry.
- [Van Excellence Celebrates Another Successful Year](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/van-excellence-celebrates-another-successful-year/): Tens of thousands of vans on the UK’s roads are now being operated to the highest standards of safety, compliance and efficiency, thanks to the work undertaken by the members of Van Excellence, a voluntary scheme administered by FTA and sponsored by Mercedes-Benz Vans.
- [Xplore Dundee's New Bus Tickets to Be Introduced](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/xplore-dundees-new-bus-tickets-to-be-introduced-in-january/): Xplore Dundee is introducing two brand new tickets in 2020, offering even better value bus travel for students and children.
- [Magway, Appoints Former IoD CEO Anna Daroy](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/british-startup-and-transport-pioneer-magway-appoints-former-iod-ceo-anna-daroy/): Magway, the British engineering start-up responsible for developing a ground-breaking, sustainable delivery network of underground pipes for the future transportation of billions of parcels and goods, has appointed Anna Daroy, former board member and CEOof the Institute of Directors (IoD) as managing director.
- [Goodyear Drive-Over-Reader Wins Third Award](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/goodyear-drive-over-reader-wins-third-innovation-award-in-one-year/): The Goodyear Drive-Over-Reader is being recognised by independent experts as a leading innovation in the market and has received multiple awards in 2019.
- [A14 Upgrade Announcement Brings Early Festive Cheer](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/a14-upgrade-announcement-brings-early-festive-cheer/): Following the announcement that Highways England has opened the Huntingdon Southern Bypass one year ahead of schedule, Natalie Chapman, Head of East of England, South of England and Urban Policy at FTA, comments: “Speaking on behalf of the UK logistics industry, FTA is thrilled Highways England has opened the Huntingdon Southern Bypass a year ahead of schedule; a true testament to what can be achieved when the government prioritises the needs of logistics businesses and the strategic road network.
- [Freight Operator Wins FTA Special Recognition Award](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/worlds-best-known-freight-operator-wins-fta-special-recognition-award/): FTA, the voice of the UK logistics sector, has named the world’s best-known logistics operator as the recipient of an FTA Special Recognition Award, in acknowledgement of the organisation’s promotion of excellence in freight management and distribution.
- [Casio Renews Contract with Yusen Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/casio-renews-contract-with-yusen-logistics/): Casio UK has renewed its total UK supply chain operation with Yusen Logistics.
- [Future Government Must Help Logistics Go Zero Emissions](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/future-government-must-help-logistics-go-zero-emissions/): All political parties should pledge to support the logistics sector on its journey to decarbonisation, according to FTA, the voice of the UK logistics sector.
- [British Businesses Are Not Being Told the Full Story over a Future Trade Deal with the US](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/british-businesses-are-not-being-told-the-full-story-over-a-future-trade-deal-with-the-us/): An international logistics expert has said the current debate about a post-Brexit trade deal between the UK and US has failed to highlight the key implications for businesses.
- [Goodyear Launches OMNITRAC Heavy Duty Tyre](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/goodyear-launches-omnitrac-heavy-duty-truck-tyre-range/): Goodyear is launching the OMNITRAC Heavy Duty truck tyre range for mixed service trucks operating under severe conditions; offering improved durability, efficiency, mileage and traction in all weather conditions.
- [Father Christmas Needs 59,000 More Elves and Counting](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/father-christmas-needs-59000-more-elves-and-counting/): The logistics industry will deliver Christmas on time this year despite facing severe staff shortages, according to FTA, the voice of the UK logistics sector.
- [FTA Helps to Demystify Brake Test Reports](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-helps-to-demystify-brake-test-reports/): Commercial vehicle operators are struggling to decipher their brake test reports, according to FTA, the voice of the logistics sector.
- [Safe Loading Extended to Cover Liquefied Petroleum Gases](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/safe-loading-pass-scheme-extended-to-cover-liquefied-petroleum-gases/): FTA has announced that the Safe Loading Pass Scheme (SLPS) is to be extended to cover Liquefied Petroleum Gases (LPG) from 1 January 2020.
- [No-Deal Brexit Could Still Occur at End of Next Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-expert-warns-businesses-an-effective-no-deal-brexit-could-still-occur-at-end-of-next-year/): An international logistics expert has warned businesses trading with the EU that Britain could still be effectively heading for a no-deal Brexit at the end of 2020.
- [Scottish Haulage Firm Goes into Administration](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/scottish-haulage-firm-goes-into-administration/): West-Lothian based Corporate Road Solutions 24:7 has collapsed into administration, appointing KPMG to oversee proceedings.
- [Last Chance to Book for FTA’s Transport Manager Conference](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/last-chance-to-book-for-ftas-transport-manager-conference-series/): This year’s record-breaking FTA Transport Manager conference series was in Doncaster this week, and with the final two events due to take place next week in Coventry and Chepstow, anyone wishing to attend is advised to book as soon as possible as this year’s highly successful series nears its end.
- [FTA Strengthens Multimodal Offering with New Policy Manager](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/fta-strengthens-multimodal-offering-with-new-policy-manager/): FTA has announced the appointment of Zoe McLernon as its Multimodal Policy Manager, a newly created role to strengthen FTA’s position as the only business organisation representing all aspects of the UK logistics sector.
- [Crane Vehicles & Lorry Loaders Essential for Operations](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/crane-vehicles-lorry-loaders-essential-for-haulage-operations/): Collett & Sons' heavy lift crane vehicle and lorry loader haulage fleet features front and rear mounted cranes with lifting capacities ranging from 9 Tonne/Metre to 205 Tonne/Metre.
- [DSV Opens Distribution Centre in Southampton](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/dsv-opens-distribution-centre-in-southampton/): To celebrate the official opening of the this new strategically located warehouse facility, DSV held an opening and innovation event at the Mount Park site, Southampton, UK.
- [Wren Kitchens Wins Big at Excellence in Business Awards](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/wren-kitchens-wins-big-at-excellence-in-business-awards/): Wren Kitchens shone above the region’s competition at the Yorkshire Post Excellence in Business Awards 2019.
- [FTA Calls on Government to Secure the Future of HS2](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/fta-calls-on-government-to-secure-the-future-of-hs2/): Following uncertainty surrounding the review of HS2, FTA has called on government to secure the future of the high-speed railway and reassure businesses of its commitment to infrastructure investment moving forwards.
- [Sulphur Surcharge for Irish Sea Shipping Routes](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/logistics-industry-concerns-over-sulphur-surcharge-for-irish-sea-shipping-routes/): FTA Northern Ireland is concerned that businesses shipping goods via the Irish Sea are set to be faced with additional surcharges from shipping lines, which will make the cost of doing business with GB and Europe more expensive for Northern Irish businesses.
- [Prestigious Project Nets Two Awards for Collett & Sons](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/prestigious-project-nets-two-awards-for-collett-sons/): In a four week period Collett & Sons Ltd deliver three 169 Tonne Super Grid Transformers, a prestigious National Grid project which awards the Team the titles of the FTA Road Freight Operator of the Year and the Motor Transport Awards Team of the Year!
- [Haulage Company Loses Contract and Goes Bust](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/haulage-company-loses-major-contract-and-goes-bust/): After the loss of a major contract and of key staff, a haulage firm based in West Lothian has plunged into administration.
- [3T Logistics Wins CILT Award for Freight Transport](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/3t-logistics-wins-cilt-excellence-award-for-freight-transport/): 3T Logistics, Europe’s largest independent 4th Party Logistics provider and transport management technology supplier, has won the CILT Excellence Award for Freight Transport at the recent Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Annual Awards for Excellence.
- [DB Schenker to Secure Deliveries with Zetes](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/db-schenker-to-secure-deliveries-with-zetes/): DB Schenker, the world’s leading global logistics provider will enhance its delivery processes with Zetes.
- [White Label World Expo UK Is Two Weeks Away](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/white-label-world-expo-uk-is-two-weeks-away/): With just two weeks to go, the White Label World Expo is ready to take over the ExCel, London, on 27th & 28th November.
- [Xplore Dundee Celebrates Living Wage Week](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/xplore-dundee-celebrates-living-wage-week/): Xplore Dundee has launched a very special Living Wage Bus to celebrate Living Wage Week.
- [FTA Questions Impacts of Government's Future Immigration Policy on Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-questions-impacts-of-governments-future-immigration-policy-on-logistics/): As the voice of the logistics industry, FTA has responded to the government’s call for evidence regarding the salary threshold for a future immigration policy.
- [Boris Johnson's Brexit Deal May Never Take Effect](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-expert-sets-out-seven-reasons-why-boris-johnsons-brexit-deal-may-never-take-effect/): An international logistics expert has outlined seven key reasons why Britain’s EU traders should not regard the eventual implementation of Boris Johnson’s Brexit plans as inevitable.
- [Space FTA Future Logistics 2020 Keynote Speaker Announced](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/space-fta-future-logistics-2020-keynote-speaker-announced/): 21st century logistics businesses face the challenge of delivering in an ever-changing world, with the new technologies, modes of transport, a shifting workforce and other forces re-shaping the conventions which have dictated the shape of business to now.
- [Connect Group Appoints Jon Bunting as Interim CEO](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/connect-group-appoints-jon-bunting-as-interim-ceo/): Connect Group has appointed Jon Bunting as its Interim Chief Executive Officer.
- [Xplore Dundee Shares Its Vision for 2020](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/xplore-dundee-shares-its-vision-for-2020/): Xplore Dundee is confirming it will take delivery of nine more top spec Emerald double deckers next month, which should go into service in January 2020.
- [Absolutely CEO Announcement: Stuart Godman Appointed as Successor to Jeremy Thompson](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/absolutely-ceo-announcement-stuart-godman-appointed-as-successor-to-jeremy-thompson/): Absolutely, London’s longest serving courier business, has announced that it has appointed Stuart Godman as its new CEO.
- [FTA Response to A36 Cleveland Bridge Repair Work](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fta-response-to-a36-cleveland-bridge-repair-work/): Following the announcement that vehicles weighing more than 18 tonnes will not be permitted to cross the A36 Cleveland Bridge in Bath from 1 January 2020 while maintenance work is completed, Chris Yarsley, Policy Manager for the South West at FTA, comments: “FTA is calling for Bath City Council to ensure the ban on heavier vehicles on the Cleveland Bridge is as brief as possible; it must be lifted as soon as repair work is complete.
- [Stagecoach Drives Towards a ‘Cloud-First’ Network Strategy](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/stagecoach-drives-towards-a-cloud-first-enabled-network-strategy/): Stagecoach, the UK’s biggest bus and coach operator, has announced it is replacing its legacy WAN infrastructure with a new software-defined network (SD-WAN) based architecture provided by Node4, the cloud, data centre and communications solutions provider.
- [Collett & Sons Win at the FTA Awards](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/collett-sons-win-at-the-fta-awards/): After a fantastic evening at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge on Thursday 24 October 2019 the Collett Team return home victorious as the 2019 Road Freight Operator of the Year!
- [Why You Should Go To The White Label World Expo UK](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/why-you-should-go-to-the-white-label-world-expo-uk/): In recent years, there have been many different studies into the purchasing habits of different demographics throughout society.
- [FTA Re-approval of Cat C+E Apprenticeship Amendments](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/comment-from-fta-re-approval-of-cat-ce-apprenticeship-amendments/): The Institute of Apprenticeships and Technical Education's (IFATE) approval of the drivers’ C+E apprenticeship is recognition of much hard work by FTA, which speaks for the logistics industry, in partnership with the Apprenticeships Trailblazer Group.
- [Warehouse Units Delivered at £5 Million Leeds Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/warehouse-units-delivered-at-5-million-leeds-scheme/): Three new warehouse units have been delivered at Leeds' historic Wortley Low Mills estate.
- [Think Logistics & FTA Launch Video to Attract Youth](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/think-logistics-and-fta-launch-video-series-to-attract-young-workers/): In partnership with FTA, Think Logistics has launched a series of short films to promote a career in the logistics sector to young people.
- [Prime Minister Worse for Britain's EU Traders](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/international-logistics-expert-says-prime-ministers-brexit-proposals-are-worse-for-britains-eu-traders-than-his-predecessors/): An international logistics expert has said Boris Johnson’s draft EU withdrawal agreement and political declaration would be more damaging for Britain’s businesses than the versions concluded by his predecessor.
- [Direct Vision Standard Permits Open - Apply Now](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/direct-vision-standard-permits-open-operators-should-apply-now/): With applications for London HGV Safety Permits having launched, FTA is advising businesses that operate within the M25 to apply as soon as possible to ensure they can keep using their vehicles in the capital once the Direct Vision Standard (DVS) launches next year.
- [Road and Air Brexit Contingency Measures Welcomed](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/road-and-air-brexit-contingency-measures-welcomed-by-fta/): FTA, which speaks for the UK logistics industry, has welcomed the news that the EU has approved the extension of two contingency measures by another seven months to maintain road haulage and air connectivity in the event of a No Deal Brexit.
- [Logistics Firm Plans Expansion with Funding Support](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/logistics-firm-is-planning-expansion-with-funding-support/): A Cambridgeshire logistics company has acquired its existing site and an additional 3.5 acres of land to expand its operations with the support of a £2.5 million funding package from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking.
- [Transport for Wales Reveals Further Investment Plans](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/transport-for-wales-reveals-further-investment-plans/): Transport for Wales has revealed plans to invest £280,000 in stations between Wrexham and the Wirral.
- [Zetes Solution Selected to Drive Supply Chain Efficiency](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/zetes-solution-selected-by-retailer-to-drive-supply-chain-efficiency/): Intermarché, a brand of Os Mosqueteiros Group, a leading European retail group, has selected Zetes to help achieve advanced visibility and greater efficiency across its Portuguese supply chain operations.
- [Declining EU Migration Hits the UK Logistics Sector](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/declining-eu-migration-hits-the-uk-logistics-sector/): Logistics businesses are struggling to fill job vacancies as the number of EU nationals immigrating to the UK for work continues to plummet, according to a report released this month by FTA.
- [GWSA Announces Successful Trade During Lockdown](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/gwsa-announces-successful-trade-during-lockdown/): GreenWhitestar Acquisitions Limited (GWSA) has completed the first half of the 2020 financial year and the first 6 months of trading under the new ownership structure and the new management team led by William Stobart (Executive Chairman) and Brian Corrway (Chief Financial Officer).
- [‘Coronavirus Payment Holidays Shouldn’t Stop Business from Receiving Further Funding,’ States Dawsongroup Finance](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/coronavirus-payment-holidays-shouldnt-stop-business-from-receiving-further-funding-states-dawsongroup-finance/): Businesses who took up the option of a three-month payment break during the coronavirus lockdown should not be penalised or disadvantaged for taking the break when now seeking finance.
- [TPN Signs New-to-Networks Slough-Based KPI Transport](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/tpn-signs-new-to-networks-slough-based-kpi-transport/): TPN – THE Pallet Network, has signed new-to-networks Slough-based KPI Transport. Its TPN operation goes live on the 17th August.
- [Getting Brexit-Ready Must Be a Priority for Business, Says Logistics UK](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/getting-brexit-ready-must-be-a-priority-for-business-says-logistics-uk/): “Around 200,000 UK businesses currently trade with Europe, and it is imperative that they protect their supply chains as the UK completes its departure from the EU.
- [3PL and Social Chain Announce Partnership](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/3pl-and-social-chain-announce-partnership/): 3PL, has been appointed by Social Chain to provide e-commerce order fulfilment solutions as the Manchester-based company continues to scale globally.
- [Hull Trains to London Are Resuming Service](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/hull-trains-to-london-are-resuming-service/): Hull Trains is set to resume its direct service to London later this month.
- [Plans for a Rail Testing Centre in Wales Are Progressing](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/plans-for-a-rail-testing-centre-in-wales-are-progressing/): Plans for a state-of-the-art rail testing centre in South West Wales have progressed further, with the submission of an outline business case, as well as local approval for the land.
- [Speedy Freight Supports ADAM Foundation to Help Knife Crime](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/speedy-freight-supports-the-adam-foundation-to-help-end-knife-crime-in-liverpool/): National Courier Speedy Freight, has today announced a partnership with the ADAM Foundation by donating £1 for every Speedy Freight booking made by a Liverpool based business from now until the end of the year, a minimum of £250 a month from July to December 2020.
- [6 Health Conditions You Must Tell DVLA About](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/six-unexpected-health-conditions-you-must-tell-dvla-about/): Drivers have been warned about six surprising health conditions that the DVLA must be notified about – or motorists could face a fine of up to £1,000.
- [Five Differences Between Driving Vans and Cars](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/five-differences-between-driving-vans-and-cars/): As drivers begin to take to their vans again they’ve been warned of some of the differences between driving cars and vans which they may have forgotten.
- [Commission Report Downplays Freight's Lifeline for Wales](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/commission-report-downplays-freights-lifeline-for-wales/): The report published by the South East Wales Transport Commissions, that aims to tackle congestion on the M4, bypasses the key role which freight plays in sustaining the communities and industry in Wales, according to FTA, the business group which represents the logistics sector.
- [CPC Amendments that Recognise Drivers Are Different](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-welcomes-driver-cpc-amendments-that-recognise-drivers-are-different/): FTA, the business group representing the logistics industry, has reacted positively to the changes to the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) by government.
- [Rackspace Technology' Aramex’s Migration to Cloud](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/rackspace-technology-leads-aramexs-migration-to-public-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.
- [Entries Open for FTA's Logistics Emissions Reduction Scheme Award](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/entries-open-for-ftas-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.
- [Ctrack & MaxOptra Deliver Telematics Route Optimisation](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/ctrack-and-maxoptra-deliver-telematics-enabled-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.
- [G.B. Agencies Ready for Brexit with E-Customs Solution](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/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.
- [Electric Aviation Group Unveils World’s First Hybrid Aircraft](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/electric-aviation-group-unveils-worlds-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.
- [Successful Shipment of 16.5 tons of PPE to the NHS](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/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).
- [Hermes Creates 10.5k New Jobs & Announces Investment](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/hermes-creates-10-5k-new-jobs-and-announces-100m-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.
- [Agility Increases Sustainability Through Digital](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/agility-logistics-increases-sustainability-through-digital-transformation/): 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.
- [Freeport Vision Could Unlock Trade Opportunities But Plans Need Clarity](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [Antwerp XL Rescheduled for March 2021](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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 that will culminate in a new digital event on the dates the September show would have run.
- [Millennials Average More Online Deliveries](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/millennials-averaged-50-more-online-deliveries-than-baby-boomers/): 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.
- [Speedy Freight Adapts Model to Support Consumers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/speedy-freight-adapts-business-model-to-support-consumer-needs/): Speedy Freight franchisees has delivered over a million consignments of both medical and consumer goods since lockdown began in March.
- [Deadline Approaching for FTA Logistics Awards 2020 - Don't Miss out!](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/deadline-approaching-for-fta-logistics-awards-2020-dont-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.
- [Testing Plans Need to Support Economic Growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/testing-plans-need-a-resilient-solution-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.
- [Loughborough University Part of Highways England](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/loughborough-university-part-of-new-highways-england-project/): 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.
- [Geotab & Ford Expand Telematics Offering into Europe](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/geotab-and-ford-expand-integrated-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.
- [Van Drivers Urged to Check Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/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.
- [Stop Taxing to Help Us Start Training, Says FTA](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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 retrain staff in new roles.
- [American Airlines Commencing Flights from London Heathrow](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/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.
- [Demand for Warehousing Accelerates After Pandemic](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/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.
- [Flights to Be Resumed from Leeds Bradford Airport](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/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.
- [Say Yes to A303 Upgrade, UK Logistics Urges Government](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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 issues along this corridor.
- [FTA SpeedConsult Sessions Back by Popular Demand](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [Bridgestone & Microsoft Create 'First' Tyre Damage System](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/bridgestone-and-microsoft-to-create-world-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.
- [SATO Europe Vows to Support Supply Chain](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/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.
- [Mandata Acquires Online Haulage and Freight Firm](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/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.
- [Campaign Helping Key Workers Throughout Covid-19](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/trucking-legends-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.
- [DPD Recruiting in Order to Meet Online Demand](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/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.
- [Making Tomorrow a Better World in Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/making-tomorrow-a-better-world-in-logistics/): 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.
- [Operators Despair as HGV Test Announcement](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/operators-despair-as-hgv-test-announcement-left-to-the-last-minute/): 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.
- [FTA Transport Manager Conferences Return for Autumn](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-transport-manager-conferences-return-for-autumn-2020/): FTA’s ever popular Transport Manager conference series will be back in autumn 2020 at 11 venues around the UK.
- [Clipper Logistics Supports Leeds Emergency Food Bank](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/clipper-logistics-supports-leeds-city-council-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.
- [Flexport Releases New Dashboard Personalisation](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/flexport-releases-new-dashboard-personalisation-features/): 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.
- [Tougher London Congestion Charge a Tax on Deliveries](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tougher-london-congestion-charge-a-tax-on-deliveries/): “Logistics businesses have been working tirelessly to deliver the food, medical supplies and other essential items the capital needs during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- [Government Announcement Will Give Logistics Time to Prepare for Brexit](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [Data Highlights Increased Levels of Speeding](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [Logistics Needs Months to Make a Successful Brexit](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-needs-months-to-make-a-successful-brexit/): Business must be allowed sufficient time to prepare for whatever Brexit agreement is reached between the EU and UK, according to FTA, the business group representing the logistics industry.
- [Technology Hat-Trick Brings Business Boost for Bibby](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/technology-hat-trick-brings-business-boost-for-bibby/): The adoption of a hat-trick of compliance technologies by one of the country’s leading logistics services suppliers has seen efficiencies enhanced across its entire network.
- [Descartes Is Taking Back Control of Customs Clearance](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/descartes-is-taking-back-control-of-customs-clearance/): While the topic of Brexit has taken somewhat of a backseat over recent months with the impact of Covid-19, we remain in the period of transition as the formal trade deal is yet to be agreed upon.
- [We Need to Keep Delivery Hours Extension](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/we-need-to-keep-delivery-hours-extension-says-uk-logistics-industry/): The continued extension of delivery hours is vital to support the nation’s economic and societal recovery from the COVID-19 outbreak, according to FTA, one of the UK’s biggest business groups.
- [Speedy Sees 200% Increase in Medical Consignments](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/speedy-freight-sees-200-increase-in-the-movement-of-medical-consignments/): National Courier Speedy Freight, has announced a 200% increase in the movement of medical related consignments since the Covid-19 lockdown began in March this year – covering 150,000 miles across the country.
- [Key Workers and Their Work Must Remain 'Key' After Covid-19](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/key-workers-and-their-work-must-remain-key-after-covid-19/): At the start of the COVID-19 crisis, politicians were quick to acknowledge the key role that logistics workers play in the ongoing health of our economy.
- [InPost & Contact-Free Collections and Returns](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/inpost-and-south-western-railway-to-offer-contact-free-collections-and-returns/): Parcel locker provider InPost has announced a partnership with South Western Railway (SWR), Europe’s largest rail commuter network, to install its automated ecommerce lockers at 40 stations across its rail network.
- [Northern Ireland Logistics Needs Brexit Implementation](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/northern-ireland-logistics-industry-needs-brexit-implementation-period/): FTA, the business group speaking for the UK’s logistics sector, is calling for government to request an implementation period for whatever Brexit agreement is reached at the start of 2021, to enable the industry to adopt and adapt to new trading practices with the EU.
- [Firms Can Now Maintain Social Distancing When Drug Testing](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/firms-can-now-maintain-social-distancing-when-drug-testing/): Transport and logistics firms have been busier than ever during the COVID-19 lockdown – with the sector recruiting thousands of new drivers and warehouse staff to handle increased home delivery demands.
- [TPN Signs a Top-Class New-to-Networks Member for Leicester](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/tpn-signs-a-top-class-new-to-networks-member-for-leicester/): TPN – THE Pallet Network, has signed new-to-networks Markfield-based Central Logistics Solutions (CLS) to cover Leicester postcodes.
- [Confirmed Euro Bus Expo postponed until next year](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/euro-bus-expo-postponed-until-2021/): Euro Bus Expo organiser Diversified Communications UK has confirmed that this year’s event has regrettably been postponed due to the ongoing coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.
- [HSE Lifts Red Tape to Kick Start Logistics Safely](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/hse-lifts-red-tape-to-kick-start-logistics-operations-safely/): With logistics movements key to the future recovery of the UK’s economy, FTA, the business organisation that speaks for the industry, has campaigned successfully for the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to amend its RIDDOR reporting guidance to avoid penalising businesses unfairly as they restart or scale up their operations under the COVID-19 pandemic.
- [Acorn Awarded Principal Contractors Licence](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/acorn-awarded-principal-contractors-licence-by-network-rail/): Acorn’s Rail division has become the first Welsh SME in 2020 to receive a Trackside Principal Contractors Licence from Network Rail.
- [NHS Foundation Trust Receives Remote Van Excellence](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/transport-arm-of-nhs-foundation-trust-receives-remote-van-excellence-certification/): FTA, the business group representing the logistics sector, has awarded QE Transport (QET) of Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust with Van Excellence Operator Certification, the first van fleet operator to receive certification remotely under COVID-19 physical distancing rules.
- [Toyota Brings Flexibility to Car Buyers with Online Offering](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/toyota-brings-flexibility-to-car-buyers-with-online-offering/): Toyota has incorporated a comprehensive online car retail function within its toyota.co.uk website.
- [Logistics Needs Support from Scottish Local Authorities](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/logistics-needs-support-from-all-scottish-local-authorities-in-covid-19-recovery/): The failure of several local authorities in Scotland to include the needs of logistics in their active travel plans will be detrimental to the country’s ability to recover economically from the COVID-19 pandemic, according to FTA.
- [FTA Offer Free, 1-to-1 Supply Chain Consultancy](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/fta-to-offer-free-one-to-one-supply-chain-consultancy-sessions/): 15 minutes may not seem a long time, but in just a quarter of an hour, you could walk a mile, write a letter or clear out some clutter.
- [Logistics Urges Negotiators to Progress in Brexit Talks](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-urges-negotiators-to-find-ways-to-progress-in-brexit-talks/): As the latest round of Brexit negotiations gets under way between the UK and EU next week (1 June 2020), the leading business group representing logistics is urging officials to prioritise the needs of the industry on both sides of the Channel in the talks, in order to make progress and protect the UK/EU supply chain.
- [American Airlines Increases Cargo-Only Service](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/american-airlines-increases-cargo-only-service-from-the-us-to-europe/): At American Airlines, caring for people on life’s journey is our purpose. In times of need, American is there for the communities we serve around the globe.
- [Maxi Haulage Partnership with Goodyear Total Mobility](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/maxi-haulage-ltd-signs-three-year-partnership-with-goodyear-total-mobility/): Goodyear is delighted to announce a three-year partnership with Maxi Haulage Ltd.
- [International Logistics Expert Says He Believes Businesses Will See Government’s Transition Period Stance as Irresponsible](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/international-logistics-expert-says-he-believes-businesses-will-see-governments-transition-period-stance-as-irresponsible/): An international logistics expert has said he believes British businesses will see government statements that it will not seek to extend the UK’s post-Brexit transition period, despite the covid-19 crisis, as irresponsible.
- [FTA Sets Out Industry’s Priorities for Northern Ireland Protocol](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-sets-out-industrys-priorities-for-northern-ireland-protocol/): One of the UK’s biggest business groups, FTA, has today (30 April 2020) launched its Northern Ireland Protocol Policy Report, a document to highlight the key measures its members from across the logistics sector believe are needed to keep trade between Northern Ireland (NI) and Great Britain (GB) moving as efficiently as possible once the Brexit transition period concludes on 31 December 2020.
- [3PL Keeps Going to Meet Growing Demand](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/3pl-keeps-going-to-meet-growing-demand-from-online-shoppers-for-essential-products/): A North West order fulfilment provider is keeping its fulfilment warehouses open during the coronavirus crisis to support its customers offering essential products as online demand continues to grow.
- [FTA Strengthens Team with New Transport Advisor](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/fta-strengthens-member-advice-team-with-new-transport-advisor/): FTA has announced the appointment of Becky Martin as Senior Transport Advisor within its Member Advice Centre (MAC) to assist the team in supporting logistics businesses through the Covid-19 outbreak.
- [CalMac Donates On-board Offerings To Food Banks](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/calmac-donates-on-board-offerings-to-food-banks/): With the shut down of its retail outlets due to the Covid-19 crisis, CalMac has decided to donate food that’s shortly going out of date to local food banks.
- [STILL Supports The Production Of Disinfectants At Grönwohlder](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/still-supports-the-production-of-disinfectants-at-gronwohlder-brewery/): In the global effort to fight the corona virus, basic materials for medical care are urgently needed.
- [Vans Holding Up More Strongly Than Cars in Downturn](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/vans-holding-up-more-strongly-than-cars-in-coronavirus-crisis-motor-retail-downturn/): Booming home deliveries and urgent vehicle replacements by tradespeople and essential workers are dramatically changing the shape of motor retail sales during the coronavirus crisis.
- [ShopFTA Celebrates 50 Years As Trusted Supplier To Industry](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/shopfta-celebrates-50-years-as-trusted-supplier-to-industry/): FTA, the only business organisation representing all of the logistics sector, is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its shop today (02 April 2020).
- [More Than 150,000 Logistics Workers Engage With FTA Logistics Helps Logistics Campaign  ](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/more-than-150000-logistics-workers-engage-with-fta-logistics-helps-logistics-campaign/): FTA, the business organisation representing the logistics sector, has launched #LogisticsHelpsLogistics, a social media campaign to help businesses keep goods and services flowing, by filling shortfalls of staff or identifying vehicles with capacity during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- [Joint Statement on COVID-19 from European Associations](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/joint-statement-on-covid-19-from-european-associations/): On 11 March 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the COVID-19 a pandemic and governments worldwide have taken wide-ranging measures to contain the spread of the virus.
- [Businesses Must Stick to Hygiene Laws to Keep Safe](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/businesses-must-stick-to-hygiene-laws-to-keep-logistics-safe/): FTA, RHA and Unite, the three business groups representing transport sector workers, are calling on those using the services of these workers to ensure that adequate hygiene facilities, including hot and cold running water, are available to all drivers and warehouse operatives delivering to, or collecting from business premises.
- [Joint Statement: COVID-19 - Transport Keeps Us Going](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/joint-statement-covid-19-transport-keeps-us-going/): The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the COVID-19 a pandemic and governments worldwide have taken wide-ranging measures to contain the spread of the virus.
- [FTA Comment on Suspension of HGV Testing in NI](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fta-comment-on-the-suspension-of-hgv-testing-in-northern-ireland/): “Today’s (23 March) announcement of the suspension of HGV testing in Northern Ireland as a result of the coronavirus is a pragmatic one, which gives logistics operators some certainty about their ability to operate in the coming months.
- [Statement on Suspension of London Congestion Charge and ULEZ](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/statement-on-suspension-of-london-congestion-charge-and-ulez/): Commenting on the announcement from City Hall, Natalie Chapman, Head of Urban Policy at FTA, the business group which speaks for the logistics sector, said: “The suspension of the Congestion Charge and the ULEZ is welcome news for our sector, charged as we are with keeping the capital stocked with the vital supplies it needs in such extraordinary circumstances.
- [Pallet Networks Join to Supply Emergency Critical Services](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/uk-pallet-networks-join-together-to-ensure-emergency-supplies-for-critical-services/): The UK’s eight pallet networks have joined together, says the Association of Pallet Networks (APN), to offer their services for the movement of emergency supplies for critical services.
- [Fuel Duty Derogation Help UK Logistics Industry Fulfil Role](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/fuel-duty-derogation-to-help-the-uk-logistics-industry-fulfil-its-vital-role/): The Association of Pallet Networks (APN), representing eight pallet networks and almost 800 UK hauliers, is calling on government to suspend fuel duty for the logistics industry with immediate effect.
- [Logistics Workers Recognised as Key to Economic Success](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-workers-recognised-as-key-to-economic-success/): The government has announced that logistics workers are now categorised as “key workers” in the COVID-19 response plans has been warmly welcomed by FTA, the business organisation that represents the sector.
- [APN Call : Distribution Workers Eligible for School Support](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/apn-calls-for-all-distribution-workers-to-be-eligible-for-school-support/): With school closures having affected the UK workforce, the Association of Pallet Networks (APN) is calling for government to recognise all the pallet network sector support staff as key workers in order to keep essential supplies moving.
- [FTA Future Logistics Conference Rescheduled](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-future-logistics-conference-rescheduled/): FTA has announced that its Future Logistics Conference, due to take place at ITT Hub, has now been rescheduled for the 12 and 13 May 2021.
- [FTA Launches COVID-19 Resource for Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-launches-covid-19-resource-for-logistics/): To help the logistics sector keep Britain moving and connected during the COVID-19 pandemic, FTA, the business group which represents the industry, has launched a unique free web portal.
- [Suspension of Delivery Hours Necessary COVID-19](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/suspension-of-delivery-hours-necessary-in-industrys-response-to-covid-19/): The London Councils’ decision to suspend the London Lorry Control Scheme (LLLS) will allow logistics businesses to keep supermarkets and other retailers stocked during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to FTA.
- [FTA Asks Businesses to Cease Commercial Driver Toilet Ban](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-asks-businesses-to-cease-commercial-driver-toilet-ban/): “FTA is urging businesses to drop their bans on commercial drivers using their toilet facilities, following reports from FTA members that this is occurring across the nation.
- [Post-Brexit Britain Will Need Connectivity with Europe](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/post-brexit-britain-will-need-connectivity-with-europe/): As Brexit negotiations get under way in earnest in Brussels, FTA, the business organisation which represents the logistics industry, is reminding UK and EU negotiators to prioritise agreements on connectivity for transport.
- [Businesses Scope for EU Free Trade Deal May Reduce](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-expert-warns-businesses-scope-for-eu-free-trade-deal-may-have-reduced-sharply/): An international logistics expert has warned businesses the scope for a free trade treaty between the EU and Britain may have reduced sharply in recent days.
- [Government Listens to Smart Motorway Concerns](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/government-listens-to-industrys-smart-motorway-concerns/): In response to the government’s report, which finds smart motorways to be safe but in need of improvement, Chris Yarsley, Policy Manager for Road Infrastructure at FTA, comments: “While official figures show smart motorways to be at least as safe as conventional motorways, FTA and its members wholeheartedly support the extra security provisions detailed in the report; measures we have long been urging government to deliver.
- [Glasgow City Council Achieves IRTE Accreditation in Local Authority First](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/glasgow-city-council-achieves-irte-accreditation-in-local-authority-first/): Glasgow City Council has become the first local authority in Scotland to receive an accreditation in both workshop and engineering best practice.
- [FTA Response to Relaxation of Delivery Hours](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fta-response-to-relaxation-of-delivery-hours-in-wake-of-coronavirus/): In response to the government’s announcement that it will work with local authorities to extend the hours in which deliveries can be made to ensure shops remain stocked with essential items amid stockpiling concerns, Natalie Chapman, Head of Urban Policy at FTA, comments: “The government’s announcement that it will work with local authorities to extend the hours in which deliveries can be made is a practical and sensible approach to support retailers during this period of unprecedented demand for basic items.
- [Red Diesel Rate Hike Harmful to Business and Will Not Help Environmental Ambitions](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/red-diesel-rate-hike-harmful-to-business-and-will-not-help-environmental-ambitions/): In response to the government’s Budget announcement to increase the tax rate on rebated (‘red’) diesel in two years' time, Christopher Snelling, Head of UK Policy at FTA comments: “As the business organisation representing the logistics sector, FTA is urging government to reconsider its decision to increase the tax rate on red diesel as this will be very damaging to the businesses that rely on the fuel to keep vital products and services moving across the country when it comes into force.
- [Visitor Registration Open for Biggest Bus and Coach Event](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/visitor-registration-opens-for-the-biggest-bus-and-coach-event-in-europe/): Visitor registration is now open for Euro Bus Expo 2020.
- [Lytx Announces Outstanding 2019 Results](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/lytx-announces-outstanding-2019-results/): Lytx announces results from 2019 that reflect the company's continued success and industry leadership.
- [New 200,000 sq ft Distribution Centre Southampton](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/new-200000-sq-ft-distribution-centre-to-increase-southamptons-logistics-capacity/): A new £23 million distribution centre is to be built on the Port of Southampton strengthening the city’s port-centric logistics capacity.
- [Yusen Logistics Opens New Shared User Facility](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/yusen-logistics-opens-new-shared-user-facility/): Yusen Logistics has commenced operations from its new shared user warehousing and distribution facility in Wolverton, Milton Keynes.
- [Rail Ombudsman : Anniversary Call on Industry](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/rail-ombudsman-marks-2nd-anniversary-with-renewed-call-on-industry/): On its second anniversary, the Rail Ombudsman is calling upon industry to do more to ensure that passengers are aware of the scheme that was put in place in 2018 to help investigate unresolved passenger disputes.
- [STILL Plants 1,000 Trees for Its 100th Anniversary](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/still-plants-1000-trees-for-its-100th-anniversary/): For 100 years now STILL has taken on responsibility for employees, customers and above all for the environment.
- [Hermes UK Launches Mental Health Support Programme](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/hermes-uk-launches-mental-health-support-programme/): Hermes UK, the leading consumer delivery company, has implemented a number of measures designed to support the mental health and wellbeing of its employees.
- [Campaign to Encourage Women into Roles](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/campaign-to-encourage-women-into-supply-chain-and-logistics-roles/): Leading recruitment platform, Monster, is appealing for more women to consider roles in the logistics, transportation and supply chain industry following a surge in the number of job vacancies available in the sector with the help of a campaign.
- [HSE Checking Businesses Are COVID-Secure](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/hse-checking-businesses-in-the-transport-sector-are-covid-secure/): In the run up to the festive period, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is working with local authorities to inspect businesses in the transport and logistics industry to ensure they are managing the risk of coronavirus (COVID-19).
- [Robotics and Automation Sees Birth of New Business](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/robotics-and-automation-sees-birth-of-new-business/): With increased growth in E-Commerce in the UK, especially during the recent pandemic, many businesses are looking at ways in which they can become more efficient.
- [Next Generation of Drivers Challenging Stereotypes in the Haulage Industry](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/next-generation-of-drivers-challenging-stereotypes-in-the-haulage-industry/): Two women tanker drivers are bucking the trend in a male-dominated industry, achieving distinctions in their Large Goods Vehicle (LGV) Driver apprenticeship with water supply, treatment and waste disposal company Severn Trent.
- [Logistics Calls for Clearer Vision on Zero Carbon HGVs](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/logistics-calls-for-clearer-vision-on-zero-carbon-hgvs/): In the response to the government’s Ten Point Plan on Reaching Net Zero, Alex Veitch, General Manager for Public Policy at Logistics UK, comments: “Logistics businesses fully support the government’s aim to transition to a low-carbon economy, but the switch must be affordable for businesses.
- [Dawsongroup Finance Wins £15M Christmas Leasing Deal](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/dawsongroup-finance-wins-15m-christmas-leasing-deal-with-supermarket-chain/): Asset finance company, Dawsongroup Finance, is helping logistics and material handling companies prepare for what is expected to be an unprecedented peak in Christmas shopping by enabling them to temporarily expand their fleets.
- [Logistics UK Response to Welsh Government’s Strategy](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-response-to-welsh-governments-transport-strategy/): “The new transport strategy shows the Welsh Government is ready and willing to work collaboratively with the logistics industry and that it recognises how vital the sector is in supporting Welsh society and economy.
- [Sonoco Recycling Invests in Three New Hiab MULTILIFTs](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/sonoco-recycling-invests-in-three-new-hiab-multilifts/): Yorkshire-based waste management firm Sonoco Recycling has invested in three new Hiab MULTILIFTs as part of its ongoing modernisation programme.
- [Logistics UK’s 2020 Logistics Awards Winners Announced](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uks-2020-logistics-awards-winners-announced/): Twelve of the UK’s finest logistics businesses have been recognised as the ‘best of the best’ at Logistics UK’s 2020 Logistics Awards, sponsored by Port of Dover.
- [Retailers Are Making Final Christmas Order Dates Earlier](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/retailers-are-making-final-christmas-order-dates-earlier/): The impact of Covid on delivery networks means the trend for ever-later Christmas final order dates will be reversed this year, warns the parcel price comparison site ParcelHero.
- [Expand Grid Capacity to Support EV Revolution](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/expand-grid-capacity-to-support-ev-revolution/): “With electric vehicles making up only 1% of all vans sold in the UK in 2019, bringing forward the ban on conventionally fuelled cars and vans by a further five years will cause additional difficulty for logistics businesses.
- [Van Security Report 2020 Launched by Logistics UK](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/van-security-report-2020-launched-by-logistics-uk/): There were 11,729 recorded incidents of contents theft from vans/light commercial vehicles in the first six months of 2020, according to Logistics UK’s Van Security Report.
- [Get Brexit Ready with Logistics UK Online Conference](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/get-brexit-ready-with-logistics-uk-online-conference/): With just two months until the end of the Brexit transition period, logistics businesses must ensure they are as prepared as possible for the new trading environment on 1 January 2021.
- [How to Avoid Autumnal Road Hazards](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/how-to-avoid-autumnal-road-hazards/): As temperatures start to drop and the days get shorter, drivers have been offered advice on how to avoid the dangers autumn can bring to UK roads.
- [Logistics UK Launches Partnership with AEB to Aid Business with Customs Processes](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-launches-partnership-with-aeb-to-aid-business-with-customs-processes/): With only two months until the end of the Brexit transition period, Logistics UK, the business group representing the logistics sector, has launched an exclusive partnership with experts in customs declarations AEB, to help members prepare for new trading conditions with the EU.
- [60% Workers Spent Lockdown Searching for New Role](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/60-of-logistics-workers-spent-lockdown-searching-for-a-new-role/): The supply chain sector will experience a job market boom over the coming months as over 60% of workers in warehouse, logistics and delivery spent time during lockdown searching for a new role, according to latest research.
- [Logistics UK Says that Road Safety Is a Shared Responsibility](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/logistics-uk-says-that-road-safety-is-a-shared-responsibility/): In response to the government’s review of the Highway Code, Denise Beedell, Policy Manager for Vans and Urban at Logistics UK, comments: “Logistics UK has serious reservations about the proposed revisions to the Highway Code and is urging the government to make it clearer that all road users have a responsibility to use the roads safely and considerately.
- [Logistics Businesses Face £240 Million No Deal Bill](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-businesses-face-240-million-no-deal-bill/): Logistics UK, the business group representing the sector responsible for moving all goods and services for the UK’s economy, has warned that a No Deal Brexit would add more than £240 million to the industry’s annual bills, thanks to the imposition of WTO tariffs on new vehicles, parts and equipment.
- [Totalmobile to Partner with Bowmark Capital to Advance Position](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/totalmobile-to-partner-with-bowmark-capital-to-advance-position/): Totalmobile, the UK’s leading Field Service Management (FSM) software provider, has announced that after five successful years in partnership with Horizon Capital, it has secured a major investment from Bowmark Capital LLP to accelerate its investment in R&D, organic growth and further acquisitions.
- [Mytraffic Measured Covid-19 Impact on Vehicle Flow](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/mytraffic-has-measured-the-impact-of-covid-19-on-vehicle-flow/): Mytraffic, European expert in the analysis of pedestrian and vehicle flows for retail, real estate companies and cities, has tracked post-lockdown traffic in over 900 commercial areas in the UK.
- [Supplier Strengthens Operations with MULTILIFT Trailer](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/yorkshire-supplier-strengthens-operations-with-multilift-trailer/): One of the UK’s specialist collectors of surplus food product has strengthened its operations after a major investment in a revolutionary new MULTILIFT trailer.
- [Secure Data Exchange in the Age of Industry 4.0](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/secure-data-exchange-in-the-age-of-industry-4-0/): Networked production processes and digital factories provide an important key to securing Germany's competitiveness and innovative strength as a business centre.
- [How to Transport Bulky Items Without Breaking the Law](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/how-to-transport-bulky-items-without-breaking-the-law-2/): Drivers have been advised on the safe and legal practices to adhere to when transporting bulky items that might have to stick out or be fixed on top of vehicles.
- [Broker Warns Fleets to Watch Driver Eyesight](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/broker-warns-fleets-to-watch-driver-eyesight-during-the-pandemic/): Commercial and passenger transport insurance broker, McCarron Coates, is warning fleet managers and courier companies that the driving capabilities of their drivers could have been adversely impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, through failure to take an eye test.
- [Goods Arrive On Time with New Arrivals Board](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/electronic-goods-arrive-on-time-with-new-arrivals-board-from-mandata/): Relay Technical Transport, leaders in electronic equipment handling, have added Mandata’s new Arrivals Board software to their TMS system so that their customers can be given accurate ETAs ahead of each scheduled delivery.
- [Brighton Works Warehouse Welcomes New Business](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/brighton-works-warehouse-welcomes-new-business/): The Great British Charcuterie Co is the latest business to move into Brighton Works, which is a striking warehouse and industrial development in Bevendean.
- [Logistics UK Statement on Operation Brock Consultation](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-response-statement-on-operation-brock-consultation/): “The Operation Brock consultation response provides some reassurance for logistics businesses that contingency plans will be in place to enable them to deal with any disruption to the supply chain from 1 January 2021 onwards.
- [Cool Chain and IATA Sign Memorandum of Understanding](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/cool-chain-association-and-iata-sign-memorandum-of-understanding/): The Cool Chain Association (CCA) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) supporting the drive for the safe, sustainable transport of perishables and pharmaceuticals.
- [Tuffnells Wins Three Awards At IoC National Awards](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/tuffnells-wins-three-awards-at-ioc-national-courier-awards-2020/): Throughout lockdown earlier this year, Tuffnells was tasked with delivering manufacturing parts for vital pieces of life-support ventilators that were, and still are, needed to treat and save the lives of those in a critical condition from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
- [Job Market Boom Predicted in the Supply Chain Sector](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/job-market-boom-predicted-in-the-supply-chain-sector/): The supply chain sector will experience a job market boom over the coming months as over 60 percent of workers in warehouse, logistics and delivery spent time during lockdown searching for a new role, according to latest research.
- [Traffic Commissioner Headline Fleet Engineer Conference](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/traffic-commissioner-to-headline-fleet-engineer-conference-2020/): Traffic Commissioner for the West of England, Kevin Rooney, will be giving his views on maintaining compliance in today’s technological world at Logistics UK’s popular Fleet Engineer Conference, which is back due to popular demand on 21 October 2020.
- [Insulation Distributor Expands with HSBC Funding Support](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/insulation-distributor-expands-with-hsbc-funding-support/): Thanks to the seven-figure HSBC UK funding package, a Sheffield-based insulation distributor has managed to expand and open an eighth branch in Bedford.
- [AI Tool Offers Lifeline to Logistics Companies](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/ai-tool-offers-lifeline-to-logistics-companies-adapting-to-strains-of-covid-19/): With the threat of a second nationwide lockdown, an AI employee health data management tool is offering a lifeline to logistics companies which are under pressure to maintain a safe working environment and minimise disruption to operations.
- [Rail Investment Provide Economic Boost](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/rail-investment-to-provide-economic-boost-to-southampton-and-the-midlands/): In response to the announcement made this week by the Rail Minister, Chris Heaton-Harris, on the allocation of £17 million to increase rail freight capacity between Southampton and the Midlands, Zoe McLernon, Policy Manager of Multi Modal at Logistics UK, comments: “The government’s latest investment into rail freight infrastructure will provide a significant boost to the local economies of Southampton and the Midlands, in addition to the regions along the network.
- [How to Transport Bulky Items Without Breaking the Law](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/how-to-transport-bulky-items-without-breaking-the-law/): Drivers have been advised on the safe and legal practices to adhere to when transporting bulky items that might have to stick out or be fixed on top of vehicles.
- [Britain’s Couriers Prepare for the New Covid 'Red Alert' Plans](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/britains-couriers-prepare-for-the-new-covid-red-alert-plans/): At the height of the coronavirus national lockdown in March, the Government prioritised delivery drivers as key workers.
- [Logistics UK : Government’s Freeport Announcement](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/logistics-uk-comment-on-governments-freeport-announcement/): “Logistics UK is pleased to see the government progress its plans to establish Freeports across the UK; these sites have the potential to unlock significant opportunities for international trade post-Brexit.
- [DSV Launch Unaccompanied Trailer Service](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/dsv-launch-a-new-unaccompanied-trailer-service-between-uk-and-europe/): DSV is very pleased to announce the launch of our Full Load unaccompanied trailer service to and from Germany, Central and Eastern Europe.
- [Logistics UK's Comments on the Border Operating Model](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uks-comments-on-the-border-operating-model/): Commenting on the government’s publication of its Border Operating Model, to be implemented at the end of the Transition Period from 1 January 2021, Logistics UK’s Policy Director Elizabeth de Jong said: “Clarification on the arrangements for the UK’s borders with the EU at the end of the Transition Period is welcomed by our members, the organisations charged with moving goods and services to and from our nation’s largest trading partner.
- [11 Degrees Appoints 3PL as Fulfilment & Logistics Partner](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/11-degrees-appoints-3pl-as-fulfilment-logistics-partner/): Fulfilment & Logistics specialist 3PL, has been appointed by Ath-leisure brand 11 Degrees as their multichannel order fulfilment partner.
- [TPN Launches Next Phase of Development](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/tpn-launches-next-phase-of-development-with-a-brand-new-look/): TPN’s new brand is fresh, modern and restates the network’s core activity and market placement – THE Pallet Network – while emphasising its unique Partnership culture.
- [65% Decline in At-Fault Incidents for Johnsons Workwear](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/65-decline-in-at-fault-incidents-for-johnsons-workwear-using-vuetech/): Although the fleet at Johnsons Workwear already had low accident rates before partnering with VUE, after fitting VUEtech to their vehicles in 2018, they’ve reported a staggering 65% decline in their total number of at-fault incidents.
- [Hermes Opens New Distribution Depot and Creates Jobs](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/hermes-opens-new-distribution-depot-and-creates-jobs/): This week sees the opening of a new distribution depot by Hermes UK, the consumer delivery specialists, in Mill Lane, Warrington (at the ex-Royal Mail North West Distribution Centre).
- [Sensor to Digitise the Chemical & Liquid Supply Chain](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/packwise-pilots-new-smart-sensor-to-digitise-the-chemical-and-liquid-supply-chain/): Tech start up Packwise has designed a new smart sensor, which will cut costs, improve efficiency, and boost safety and green credentials for Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) users in the chemical, food, and logistic sectors.
- [Logistics UK Response to Port Infrastructure Fund](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/logistics-uk-response-to-port-infrastructure-fund/): In response to the launch of the government’s Port Infrastructure Fund, Zoe McLernon, Policy Manager of Multimodal at Logistics UK, comments: “Logistics UK is pleased to see the launch of the government’s Port Infrastructure Fund, a vital service that will provide ports with some of the financial assistance they need to ensure the construction of the necessary infrastructure and facilities required by the new border operating model at the end of the Brexit transition period.
- [E-Scooters: Road Infrastructure Must Be Ready First](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/e-scooters-road-infrastructure-must-be-ready-first-says-logistics-uk/): In response to the Transport Committee’s report, E-scooters: pavement nuisance or transport innovation, Phil Lloyd, Head of Engineering Policy at Logistics UK, comments: “Logistics UK echoes the Transport Committee’s call on government to carefully assess the safety risks and uncertainties associated with the use of e-scooters before making their use legal on our roads.
- [Final Prime Day Before Brexit Will Create a £1bn Christmas](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/final-prime-day-before-brexit-will-create-a-1bn-christmas-in-october/): Amazon’s Prime Day 48-hour shopping fest, which takes place 13-14 October, will see shoppers spend over $10bn worldwide, forecasts the home delivery expert ParcelHero.
- [Logistics UK & CBW Launch Mergers and Acquisitions](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-cbw-launch-mergers-and-acquisitions-report/): Despite the business disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the uncertainty surrounding the UK’s future relationship with the EU, the landscape for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in logistics is set to remain strong over the next 12 months.
- [Collett Completes Delivery of Components for Wind Farm](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/collett-completes-delivery-of-components-for-wind-farm/): All turbine components for Burnfoot Hill East wind farm extension have been successfully delivered from the Port of Grangemouth to Tillicoultry, Clackmannanshire by Collett.
- [Rite-Hite Passes Major Milestone in Loading Bay Safety](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/rite-hite-passes-major-milestone-in-loading-bay-safety/): Rite-Hite, the Loading Bay safety business, has passed a major milestone in Loading Bay safety – the delivery of its 20,000th Global Wheel-Lok system in Europe.
- [Logistics UK Comments on Launch of Trader Support Service](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-comments-on-launch-of-trader-support-service/): “UK businesses face significant challenges at the end of the transition period, not least the matter of customs and other formalities, which many will be encountering for the first time.
- [Total Lubricants Outlines Expansion Plan to Mark 50 Years of Blending at Ferrybridge](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/total-lubricants-outlines-expansion-plan-to-mark-50-years-of-blending-at-ferrybridge/): Total Lubricants in UK, which is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its blending plant in August, has unveiled plans to invest in developing and expanding the site at Ferrybridge in West Yorkshire.
- [Xplore Dundee is city’s business hero with win](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/xplore-dundee-is-a-business-hero/): Xplore Dundee is celebrating its status as one of the city’s heroes after winning one of the Evening Telegraph’s Dundee’s Champions Awards.
- [Hermes Apprenticeship Programme Delivers Jobs Boost](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/hermes-apprenticeship-programme-delivers-post-lockdown-jobs-boost/): Leading logistics and distribution company Hermes recruited the first group of employees to its new LGV driver apprenticeship programme, run in partnership with skills specialist Seetec Outsource, in the summer of 2019, and the first five of these apprentices are now fully qualified with an additional five to follow later this year.
- [Logistics UK Signs Pan-European Call for a Brexit Deal](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-signs-pan-european-call-for-a-brexit-deal/): Logistics UK is one of 33 transport business groups and associations from across Europe to call on EU and UK negotiators to reach a Brexit deal for the sake of the industry.
- [Mandata TMS Blends Well for Scottish Whisky Transporter](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/mandata-tms-blends-well-for-scottish-whisky-transporter/): B Mundell the bulk spirits and general haulage operator, installed a Mandata TMS system in August 2019 and one year on, the company reports easy integration, improved data control and greater transparency for its diverse range of customers.
- [End of Rail Franchising: Reform Must Deliver for Freight](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/the-end-of-rail-franchising-reform-must-deliver-for-freight/): The government must ensure the needs of the logistics industry are not side-lined in its reform of the rail network, according to Logistics UK.
- [New Distribution Depot Creates 133 Jobs](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/new-distribution-depot-creates-133-jobs/): This week sees the opening of a new distribution depot by Hermes UK, the consumer delivery specialists, in Valor Park, West Thurrock.
- [Zenith Acquires HGV Specialist to Save 295 Jobs](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/zenith-acquires-hgv-specialist-to-save-295-jobs/): Zenith has acquired the fleet services, rental and finance operations of the Cartwright Group from administrators for an undisclosed sum.
- [Logistics Scotland Conference: Driving the Sector Forward](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-scotland-conference-2020-driving-the-sector-to-new-heights-2/): Logistics has a key role to play in helping the Scottish economy to grow, according to Logistics UK, the business group representing the sector, through the provision of safe, efficient and cost-effective solutions to the country’s supply chain challenges.
- [Yusen Logistics Expanding Its Sunderland Operations](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/yusen-logistics-expanding-its-sunderland-operations/): Yusen Logistics (UK), a global logistics operator, is expanding its Sunderland operations and is eyeing further recruitment.
- [Revolutionising Commute Key to Reducing Carbon](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/revolutionising-the-commute-is-key-to-reducing-uk-carbon-emissions/): To mark World Car Free Day, Mobilityways has released data that shows 10 billion kg of CO2e could be saved if the commute could be made more sustainably, either by walking, cycling, using public transport or car sharing.
- [Delivery Company ArrowXL Appoints New Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/delivery-company-arrowxl-appoints-new-director/): Leading two-person delivery company ArrowXL has appointed an experienced senior professional to the role of Director of People Services.
- [Launch of Synectics Security Promises New Integration Opportunities for Transport](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/launch-of-synectics-security-promises-new-integration-opportunities-for-transport/): Synectics Mobile Systems (SMS) and Quadrant Security Group (QSG) have merged to form one of the largest independent security integrators specialising in transport solutions - Synectics Security.
- [TPN Signs Enterprising Provider to Major Logistics Groups](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/tpn-signs-enterprising-provider-to-major-logistics-groups/): TPN (The Pallet Network) has signed new-to-networks Basingstoke-based CWM Transport after the owners indicated they would like to diversify.
- [The Six Most Expensive Car Repairs](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/the-six-most-expensive-car-repairs/): Drivers have been warned about six of the most expensive car repairs they may have to face – with some repair bills potentially running into the thousands.
- [Post-Brexit SMART Freight System Readiness](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/comments-on-post-brexit-smart-freight-system-readiness/): Elizabeth de Jong, Director of Policy at Logistics UK, commented in response to news that the SMART Freight system will not be fully operational by 1 January 2021: “News that the government’s much anticipated SMART Freight system is unlikely to be ready by the end of the year, with the BETA version only anticipated for launch in mid-December, is a crushing disappointment for the logistics sector, which will be charged with maintaining the flow of goods across the UK’s borders after the end of the Transition Period on 31 December 2020.
- [Hermes UK Appoints Chief Operating Officer](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/hermes-uk-appoints-chief-operating-officer/): Leading consumer delivery company Hermes UK has appointed a Chief Operating Officer (COO) in a move designed to support its operations following significant increase in volumes, due to both Covid-19 and the ongoing growth of online shopping.
- [Logistics UK Comments on the London Bridge Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-comments-on-the-london-bridge-scheme/): “Logistics UK and its members have been supportive and accommodating of the government’s plan to reallocate road space to cyclists and pedestrians, but the closure of London Bridge to vehicles between 7am-7pm Monday-Friday is a step too far.
- [ParcelHero Talks About the Impact of a Second Covid Wave](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/parcelhero-talks-about-the-impact-of-a-second-covid-wave/): As Brits brace themselves for a second wave of the coronavirus, the leading home delivery specialist ParcelHero says retailers and manufacturers are already facing a perfect storm.
- [Response to Allocation of 29 Potential Lorry Park Sites](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/logistics-uk-response-to-allocation-of-29-potential-lorry-park-sites/): “Logistics UK supports the development of suitable infrastructure to assist with border readiness; these sites are essential to keep disruption on the UK’s roads to a minimum post-transition period, and for keeping trade moving as smoothly as possible across borders.
- [Mammoet and Verton Sign on to Springboard Safer Load Orientation](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/mammoet-and-verton-sign-on-to-springboard-safer-load-orientation/): In an exciting expansion of the partnership between international heavy lifting and transport specialist, Mammoet, and smart technology company, Verton Australia, an agency agreement has been signed to introduce Verton’s world-first equipment to Mammoet’s network of clients.
- [Electric Car Questions Answered for World Electric Vehicle Day](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/electric-car-questions-answered-for-world-electric-vehicle-day/): For World Electric Vehicle Day on Wednesday 9th September, environmentally conscious drivers have been offered expert advice in answer to some of the most common questions surrounding electric cars.
- [Rite-Hite Invests in Europe to Provide Delivery of Solutions](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/rite-hite-invests-in-europe-to-provide-delivery-of-solutions/): Rite-Hite, the Loading Bay safety business, has signalled a major investment in its European operations by commencing manufacture of its Global Wheel-Lok system in Germany to provide customers outside of the US with just-in-time delivery of a range of solutions to support the warehousing, logistics and distribution industries.
- [Logistics UK Launches Virtual Future Logistics 2020](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/logistics-uk-launches-virtual-future-logistics-2020/): From zero-emission vehicles to self-driving trucks, 5G to smart cities, the shape of logistics in the UK is set to transform dramatically in the coming decades.
- [MSC Supports Tipper Bodybuilder's Growth](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/msc-supports-tipper-bodybuilders-growth/): The UK’s largest tipper bodybuilder, Thompsons UK, is partnering with MSC Industrial Supply Co.
- [Smart Warehouse with Internet Connectivity](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/creating-a-smart-warehouse-with-enhanced-internet-connectivity/): The European logistics industry is slowly returning to normal after months of supply chains being disrupted and overstretched with reduced workforces and higher demands, following the effects of the pandemic.
- [When You Should and Shouldn’t Use Hazard Lights](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/when-you-should-and-shouldnt-use-hazard-lights-in-the-uk/): In a new list of crucial dos and don’ts, motorists have been reminded when NOT to use their hazard lights while driving in order to avoid being slapped with a fine.
- [Logistics UK Response to Pavement Parking Ban](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/logistics-uk-response-to-pavement-parking-ban-consultation/): In response to the launch of a government consultation on pavement parking in England, Natalie Chapman, Head of Urban Policy at Logistics UK, comments: “Logistics UK’s members agree that pavements are for pedestrian use first and foremost – their safety and access must come first – and this is particularly important for vulnerable groups such as wheelchair and pushchair users and for the blind and partially sighted.
- [Arrowxl Trial with Argos to Promote Large Deliveries](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/arrowxl-trial-with-argos-to-promote-large-deliveries/): Leading 2-person delivery company ArrowXL is trialling an extension to its established Highland service with Argos which will see customers on the main Scottish Islands – including Shetland – able to order large items for home delivery from the leading on-line retailer, on an available day of their choice at prices that match the rest of the UK.
- [Bridgestone to Supply Tyres to Volta Trucks’ Launch](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bridgestone-to-supply-tyres-to-volta-trucks-launch-and-demonstrator-fleet-vehicles/): Volta Trucks, the Scandinavian start-up full-electric vehicle manufacturer, has announced a tyre partnership with the world’s largest tyre and rubber manufacturer, Bridgestone.
- [How to Manage Workers' PPE during Covid-19](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/how-to-manage-and-maintain-your-workers-ppe-during-covid-19/): Here, Kelly Friel from the tools and PPE specialists Zoro outlines how your company should be managing and maintaining your workers' personal protective equipment during the coronavirus pandemic.
- [Hermes Offers What3words Delivery to Customers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/hermes-offers-what3words-delivery-to-customers/): Hermes, one of the leading consumer delivery companies in the UK, has partnered with innovative addressing company what3words to provide even more accurate deliveries.
- [Logistics UK's Fleet Engineer Conference Is Back for 2020](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uks-fleet-engineer-conference-is-back-for-2020/): Inspecting and maintaining vehicles and trailers effectively in a today’s increasingly technological world is becoming more challenging for commercial vehicle engineers.
- [Vauxhall & Ford Take Lead as Best Vans for Young Drivers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/vauxhall-and-ford-take-the-lead-as-best-vans-for-young-drivers/): The Vauxhall Combo is revealed to be the best van for younger drivers starting out a new career in a trade or making their first purchase, according to a new study.
- [Essential Tyre Safety Checklist](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/essential-tyre-safety-checklist/): British drivers have been urged to check tyre treads, pressure and general wear and tear in order to avoid hefty £2,500 fines and penalty points.
- [Statement on Haulier Issue in Brexit Negotiations](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/statement-from-logistics-uk-on-haulier-issue-in-brexit-negotiations/): “Leaving the EU without a free trade agreement would hurt businesses on both sides of the Channel,” said Elizabeth de Jong, Logistics UK’s policy director, “putting pan-European supply chains at risk and potentially driving up the price of trade between the UK and its biggest trading partner.
- [Aston Martin Releases James Bond Special Editions](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/aston-martin-releases-james-bond-special-editions/): The release of the 25th James Bond film will be marked by Aston Martin with two exclusive 007 special editions inspired by the cars featured in No Time to Die.
- [Luton Airport Shareholders Launch Funding Programme](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/luton-airport-shareholders-launch-funding-programme/): The majority shareholder of London Luton Airport Operations (LLA) has launched a programme to provide funding support to start-ups.
- [KLG Europe Deploys Descartes’ E-Customs Solution](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/klg-europe-deploys-descartes-e-customs-solution-in-preparation-for-brexit/): Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, provides worldwide logistics service provider; KLG Europe, with its e-Customs solution to support with the impending compulsory customs declarations processes post Brexit.
- [3PL Launches New Real-Time Order Fulfilment Software](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/3pl-launches-new-real-time-order-fulfilment-software/): 3PL, the North West order fulfilment and logistics specialist for multichannel retail brands has announced the launch of its new real-time order fulfilment software.
- [Collett Delivers Turbine & Generator Rookery Facility](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/collett-delivers-turbine-and-generator-for-rookery-south-facility/): Collett & Sons delivered a 160 Tonne Turbine and a 120 Tonne Generator from the Port of Tilbury to the Rookery South Energy Recovery Facility (ERF) in Stewartby, Bedfordshire.
- [Flexport Free Carbon Calculator API Functionality](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/flexport-announces-free-carbon-calculator-api-functionality-in-shipping/): Flexport has announced a free Carbon Calculator API functionality certified by the Global Logistics Emission Council (GLEC) Framework that’s designed to help businesses assess their carbon footprint for shipments—even if they don’t use Flexport for shipping.
- [Commercial Drivers Resilience in the Face of Challenges](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/commercial-drivers-show-resilience-in-the-face-of-fresh-challenges/): Commercial drivers in the U.K.
- [Hancock Sells Stake in Specialist Magnavale Group](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/hancock-sells-stake-in-temperature-controlled-storage-specialist-magnavale-group/): Stuart Hancock, a leading light in the cold chain industry, has sold his stake in temperature controlled storage specialist the Magnavale Group to free himself to pursue new ventures.
- [Logistics UK Report Stresses Need for Government Industry Collaboration](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-report-stresses-need-for-government-industry-collaboration/): A shared long-term vision between industry and government is needed for businesses to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic effectively, and navigate the ongoing uncertainty surrounding Brexit, according to a report released today from Logistics UK (formerly FTA).
- [Hermes UK Growth Supported by Investment from Advent](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/hermes-uk-growth-supported-by-investment-from-advent/): Hermes UK, the leading consumer delivery company, is to benefit from a significant investment by Advent International (‘Advent’), one of the largest and most experienced global private equity firms.
- [Hermes Appoints New Director of Depots as Growth Continues](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/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.
- [Achilles Accredited as Alternative UK Rail Supplier](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/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.
- [Xplore Dundee Has Launched Its Busy Bus Tracker](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/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.
- [New Fruit & Vegetable Delivery Service from Organibox](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/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.
- [Logistics UK : Access Permit and Operation Brock Removal](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/logistics-uk-comment-on-kent-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.
- [Siemens Is Helping Fleets Transition to Full Electric Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/siemens-is-helping-fleets-transition-to-full-electric-trucks/): Trucks are responsible for a disproportionate amount of greenhouse gases on the EU’s roads.
- [Adam Davies Appointed to New Role at FleetCheck](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/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.
- [Logistics UK Celebrates 11 Years of Van Excellence](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/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 COVID-19 pandemic: "From March 2020, the van community stepped up to serve the nation, from delivering food shopping to the most vulnerable to keeping businesses moving behind the scenes and their efforts were recognised with official acknowledgement as 'key workers' by government.
- [Rite-Hite Launches New Management System](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/rite-hite-launches-new-management-system-for-warehouses/): 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 Unwritten Rules of the Motorway Made Easy](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [Coastlink Conference Discuss Sea Shipping Post-Brexit](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/coastlink-conference-2021-to-discuss-short-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.
- [Hermes Extends Remit with PostTag to Cover All Locations](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/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.
- [Bridgestone Celebrating Major Coup after Stobart Energy Agreement](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/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.
- [Post-Brexit Efficiencies with Streamlined Customs](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/realising-post-brexit-efficiencies-with-streamlined-customs-clearances/): 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.
- [Logistics UK : EverGiven and the Situation in the Suez Canal](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/comment-from-logistics-uk-about-the-evergiven-and-the-situation-in-the-suez-canal/): “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.
- [The Importance of Delivery Flexibility for Online Purchases](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/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.
- [Chaucer Launches First Stage of £1M Investment Programme](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [CPG : Descartes’ e-Customs for Post-Brexit Compliance](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/cpg-logistics-uses-descartes-e-customs-for-post-brexit-customs-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.
- [UKWA Sponsors the Way of the Roses Cycle Challenge](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/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!
- [Shell Launch Fuel Management App for SMEs](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/shell-launches-fuel-management-app-for-small-businesses/): 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.
- [Now the Brexit Transition Period is Over; New Rules Apply](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/now-the-brexit-transition-period-is-over-new-rules-apply-for-businesses-that-trade-with-europe-and-they-face-disruption-if-they-dont-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.
- [Hiab Strengthens Service Network with New Smart Vans](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/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.
- [Logistics UK Takes VIS Training with Renault Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/logistics-uk-takes-vis-training-to-new-heights-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.
- [Totalmobile Acquires Cognito iQ for Advanced Analytics](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [Exeros Technologies Joins with Europe Construction Project](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/exeros-technologies-joins-forces-with-europes-largest-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).
- [Reduction in Gov's Plug-in Car, Van and Truck Grant](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-statement-reduction-in-governments-plug-in-car-van-and-truck-grant/): “Switching to zero and ultra-low emission vehicles is an important focus for the logistics industry, as it works to achieve the government’s zero emissions target by 2050.
- [New Transport Announcement for Manchester City Centre](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/new-transport-strategy-announced-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.
- [Paul Rombeek Joins Flexport to Support European Air Growth](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/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.
- [Delivery Drivers Are at the Heart of the Community](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/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.
- [Himatsingka Appoints Import Services](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/himatsingka-appoints-import-services-as-logistics-partner-for-uk-region/): Himatsingka is pleased to appoint Import Services as its logistics partner in the UK to provide retail supply chain services across their distribution network.
- [Humax to Supply Car Sharing Service Platform to iDRIVE](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/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.
- [New Rules Are Here. Is Your Business Ready?](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [Ridecell: Logistics UK Van Excellence Bronze Partner](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/ridecell-becomes-logistics-uk-van-excellence-bronze-partner/): Ridecell Inc., the leading Internet of Things (IoT) platform provider for digital fleet transformation, has been announced as a Bronze Partner to Logistics UK’s Van Excellence scheme, an innovative programme which recognises excellence within the vans market and improves operational standards.
- [YLUK Launches New Leadership Development Programme](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/yluk-launches-new-leadership-development-programme/): Programme comprising online webinars, classroom workshops (when possible), the Lumina Leader 360, books and podcasts.
- [Research Foresees End to Deregulated Public Transport](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/research-foresees-an-end-to-deregulated-competitive-public-transport/): Research from the University of Kent predicts an end to deregulated competitive public transport in the UK as a consequence of Covid-19 social distancing measures leading to drastically reduced ridership, requiring a major rethinking of the provision of public transport.
- [Government Needs to Unlock Access to Logistics Careers](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/government-needs-to-unlock-access-to-logistics-careers/): In response to figures released last week from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) that show unemployment is at its highest rate since 2016 at 5.1%, Elizabeth de Jong, Director of Policy at Logistics UK, has left some comments.
- [MV Commercial & Hiab Secure Multi-Million-£ Deal](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/mv-commercial-hiab-secure-multi-million-pound-deal/): A multi-million-pound deal has been struck between Hiab UK and Ireland Ltd and MV Commercial Ltd for 100 light, medium and heavy-duty truck-mounted cranes.
- [Whistl Appoints New Managing Director International](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/whistl-appoints-new-managing-director-international/): Whistl, the UKs leading logistics specialists in e-fulfilment, contact centres, mail and parcels has promoted Michael Boulton to Managing Director International.
- [Chaucer Logistics Is Investing in Expansion Programme](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/chaucer-logistics-is-investing-in-expansion-programme/): Chaucer Logistics, the world’s largest dedicated Furniture Logistics provider, is to invest more than £1 million in 2021 as part of a major new expansion programme to support its booming home delivery service across the UK.
- [Amazon Is Launching Its First Till-Free UK Store](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/amazon-is-launching-its-first-till-free-uk-store/): The online giant Amazon is launching its first ‘brick and mortar’ shop in the UK.
- [Campaign to Give Delivery Drivers Priority to Launch](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/new-campaign-to-give-delivery-drivers-priority-due-to-launch/): The government is being urged to allow delivery drivers to use bus lanes and park on double lines while dropping off items during the pandemic.
- [Logistics UK Expands Transport Manager CPC Qualification](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/logistics-uk-expands-transport-manager-cpc-qualification-capacity/): Following OCR’s withdrawal from the Transport Manager CPC market, Logistics UK – in association with City & Guilds – has expanded capacity for its market leading Transport Manager CPC qualification.
- [Construct IT Are the New Kids on the (Building) Block](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/construct-it-are-the-new-kids-on-the-building-block/): BJS have an enviable reputation in home delivery and haulage (recently ranked 22 in this year’s Sunday Times Track International 200) and are delighted to announce the launch of Construct IT, bringing their bold branding and expertise to the building sector.
- [DfT Announces Funding for Electric Vehicle Chargepoints](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/dft-announces-funding-for-electric-vehicle-chargepoints/): Welcoming the Department for Transport’s (DfT’s) announcement of a £50 million boost for electric vehicle (EV) chargepoints for those in leasehold and rented accommodation, as well as the expansion of the Workplace Charging Scheme, Denise Beedell, Logistics UK’s Policy Manager for Vans and Urban, comments: “This announcement is a positive step forward in the government's drive to decarbonise light commercial vehicle (LCV) operations.
- [Lytx Delivers Driver Engagement for Bacton Transport](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/lytx-delivers-improved-driver-engagement-for-bacton-transport/): Lytx, a leading provider of machine vision and artificial intelligence-powered (MV+AI) video telematics for commercial fleets, has announced that Bacton Transport implemented Lytx technology to help improve driver safety and performance.
- [Logistics UK Meets with UK-EU Governments](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-meets-with-uk-eu-governments-for-northern-ireland-protocol/): After issues have occurred moving goods between GB and Northern Ireland since the start of the year, business group Logistics UK has raised the concerns of the sector concerning the implementation of the Northern Ireland protocol with representatives of both the EU and UK governments.
- [Logistics UK Response to Motor Insurance Law](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-response-to-announcement-on-motor-insurance-law/): In response to the announcement that the government will not implement an EU ruling into UK law which would have meant all motor vehicles operating on private land will need motor insurance – also known as the ‘Vnuk’ ruling – James Firth, Head of Road Freight Regulation Policy at Logistics UK comments: “Implementation of the ‘Vnuk’ ruling into UK law would have been wholly unnecessary; the type of operations that would have been brought into scope by the ruling – for example, use of forklift trucks – are in most cases covered already by companies’ Public Liability or Employer Liability insurance.
- [World Leaders in Electric Vehicles Announced](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/world-leaders-in-electric-vehicles-announced/): An international study by car and van hire comparison website StreeFreeCarRental.com has ranked the UK eighth in the world when it comes to adopting carbon saving electric vehicles – far behind China and several European nations.
- [Xplore Dundee Orders Fully Electric Double Decker Buses](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/xplore-dundee-orders-fully-electric-double-decker-buses/): Xplore Dundee’s getting twelve fully electric double decker buses to improve the customer experience and help clean up the city’s air.
- [Hermes New Service Supports Independent Leeds Traders](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/hermes-supports-independent-leeds-traders-with-new-service/): Hermes UK, which has roots in Yorkshire that can be traced back to the 1970s, is trialling a new service designed to enable independent traders at Leeds Kirkgate Market to offer a home delivery service to the local community.
- [Rail Upgrade Could Power a Pandemic Bounceback Boom](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/rail-upgrade-could-power-a-pandemic-bounceback-boom/): A rail project worth £200m that will link North Wales and the North West through a new super-hub at Chester, could power a 'pandemic bounceback boom'.
- [Coventry Dealership Expands Into the Austrian Market](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/coventry-dealership-expands-into-the-austrian-market/): Coventry-headquartered LEVC has launched into the Austrian market with the appointment of Grünzweig Automobil as a partner.
- [Hermes and Ford Trial Pedestrian Couriers in London](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/hermes-and-ford-trial-pedestrian-couriers-in-london/): Hermes UK, the leading consumer delivery company, has teamed up with vehicle manufacturing giant Ford, to pilot a more sustainable courier service in central London designed to support cleaner air and clearer roads through a unique set-up of delivery vans, pedestrian couriers (porters) and smart software.
- [Hexagon Leasing Orders 100 New IVECO S-WAY Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/hexagon-leasing-places-order-for-100-new-iveco-s-way-trucks/): Leading contract hire, rental and commercial vehicle solutions provider Hexagon Leasing has taken delivery of its first batch of IVECO-S-WAY tractor units at its Derby headquarters.
- [Amazon Logistics is Now the UK’s Second-Largest Courier](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/amazon-logistics-is-now-the-uks-second-largest-courier/): The home delivery expert ParcelHero says Amazon’s rapid climb to become the UK’s second-largest courier should surprise no one.
- [BSH Extends Long Standing Relationship with Yusen Logistics UK](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/bsh-extends-long-standing-relationship-with-yusen-logistics-uk/): Yusen Logistics UK has renewed its contract with BSH Hausgeräte GmbH, Europe’s largest manufacturer of home appliances and one of the leading companies in the sector worldwide.
- [Logistics UK & Avail to Modernise Drive Hire Experience](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/logistics-uk-partners-with-avail-to-modernise-drive-hire-experience/): One of the UK’s biggest business groups, Logistics UK, has announced a partnership with Avail – a driver hire technology platform – to offer its members a transparent, low-fee alternative to traditional agencies.
- [Whistl Recruit Drivers Through Road to Logistics Initiative](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/whistl-to-recruit-drivers-through-road-to-logistics-initiative/): Whistl, the leading delivery management company in the UK, has teamed up with Road to Logistics the not-for-profit organisation, backed by Government, to offer HGV drivers roles with Whistl at its Bedford Super Depot.
- [ParcelHero Is Warning About High Street Shops](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/parcelhero-is-warning-about-high-street-shops/): The e-commerce delivery expert ParcelHero is warning that ‘zombie’ stores will haunt UK High Streets this year.
- [Zeus Labs Drive Positive Change in UK’s Haulage Industry](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/zeus-labs-to-drive-positive-change-in-uks-haulage-industry-with-new-digital-freight-transportation-marketplace/): The freight and haulage industry’s double inefficiencies of wasted trips and unused capacity could soon be eliminated, following the launch of Zeus Labs’ (ZL) evolutionary new freight booking and management software solution.
- [Delivery Management Company Secures Bronze in CSR Rating](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/delivery-management-company-secures-bronze-in-csr-rating/): Whistl, the leading delivery management company in the UK has obtained the bronze medal CSR ranking from the international Ecovadis platform which evaluates companies on their environmental performance and corporate social responsibility.
- [Comment from Logistics UK on SPS Rules](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/comment-from-logistics-uk-on-sps-rules-announcement/): Comment from Logistics UK’s General Manager of policy, Alex Veitch, on the announcement on SPS rules for hauliers: “Government's announcement on SPS rules for hauliers moving goods from GB to NI using groupage (combining small shipments of goods with the same or near origin and destination in a single load) comes after pressure from the logistics sector to ease the administrative burden after Brexit.
- [Brexit Heralds New Opportunities for Furniture Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/brexit-heralds-new-opportunities-for-furniture-logistics/): Logistics companies and truckers facing problems at UK ports cannot put all of the fault on Brexit or the Government - they have only themselves to blame - according to Chaucer, the world’s largest dedicated Furniture Logistics company.
- [ArrowXL Chosen to Support Customer Service Commitment](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/arrowxl-chosen-to-support-customer-service-commitment/): Concept2, the premium gym equipment provider, has chosen leading 2-person delivery company ArrowXL to handle the delivery of its product range to households across the UK.
- [Hermes UK Appoints Chief Transformation Officer](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/hermes-uk-appoints-chief-transformation-officer/): Hermes, one of the UK’s leading consumer delivery companies, has appointed an experienced Chief Transformation Officer to support the business in the next stage of its development.
- [Logistics UK to Host a Series of Van Webinars](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/logistics-uk-to-host-a-series-of-van-webinars/): Logistics UK has revealed it will be hosting a series of seven Van Gold Partner Webinars to take place on alternate weeks starting from 15 February 2021.
- [Order Fulfilment Company, 3PL Confirms Record Season](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/order-fulfilment-company-3pl-confirms-record-breaking-peak-season/): Outsourced fulfilment & logistics specialist 3PL, has confirmed that it has enjoyed its busiest peak season on record.
- [Logistics UK's Statement on Fines for HGV Drivers](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uks-statement-on-fines-for-hgv-drivers-without-a-covid-19-test/): “Logistics UK remains extremely concerned that today’s decision to provide Ministers with the means to introduce fines against HGV drivers entering Kent without a negative COVID test will place unfair costs on the individuals working hard to keep the economy stocked with the goods and services it needs.
- [Purpose-Built Northern Depot to Open in Bolton](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/purpose-built-northern-depot-to-open-in-bolton/): Hermes, one of the UK’s leading consumer delivery companies, has announced its plans to open a new, purpose-built depot In Bolton in Autumn 2021.
- [Schuler Delivers Event Truck for 'Go Electric' Ford Campaign](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/schuler-delivers-event-truck-for-go-electric-ford-campaign/): Schuler Trucks produces individual mobile architecture for Motorsport and for brand companies.
- [Hermes Delivers Record Volume of Parcels Throughout 2020](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/hermes-delivers-record-volume-of-parcels-throughout-2020/): Hermes, one of the UK’s leading consumer delivery companies, successfully delivered 630 million parcels in 2020.
- [Logistics UK Comments on DVS Announcement from TFL](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-comments-on-dvs-announcement-from-tfl/): “The safety of all London’s road users is of prime importance to Logistics UK and we welcome the flexibility and certainty that today's announcement provides.
- [SATO Launches PV4 to Avoid Delivery Errors](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/sato-launches-pv4-to-avoid-delivery-errors/): SATO has underpinned its leading range of labelling solutions with the launch of its new PV4 mobile printer, a next-generation mobile printer aimed at providing operators with enhanced efficiency across supply chains.
- [Logistics UK Appoints Economics and Research Manager](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/logistics-uk-appoints-economics-and-research-manager/): Logistics UK has announced the appointment of Ryan Barnett as its Economics and Research Manager.
- [The DVS Enforcement Date Won’t Be Delayed Again Confirm TfL](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/the-dvs-enforcement-date-wont-be-delayed-again-confirm-tfl/): Fastview360 customers and prospective customers have been talking about Transport for London (TfL) delaying the Direct Vision Standard again due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and recent new lockdown measures.
- [Hermes Launches Solution to Improve Returns Service](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/hermes-launches-solution-to-improve-returns-service/): Hermes UK, the leading consumer delivery company, has launched an innovative new service designed to further improve the ‘returns experience’ for its retail customers and their consumers.
- [Logistics UK Comment on Disruption to NI-GB Trade](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-comment-on-reports-of-disruption-to-ni-gb-trade/): Speaking about reports of disruption to NI-GB trade, Elizabeth de Jong, Director of Policy at Logistics UK, commented: “Issues which have occurred at the GB/NI border are due, in part, to businesses not having a full understanding of the new border requirements for moving goods to and from Northern Ireland.
- [Britain’s Highest and Lowest Roads](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/britains-highest-and-lowest-roads/): Some of the highest and lowest roads in the UK have been revealed to British motorists, but they’ve been warned to take caution when driving them, particularly in winter weather.
- [Panattoni UK Appoints Head of Capital Markets](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/panattoni-uk-appoints-head-of-capital-markets/): Panattoni is pleased to announce the appointment of Nick Cripps as its Head of Capital Markets, based at Panattoni’s Hanover Square office in London.
- [Nearly 1 in 10 UK Hauliers Recruiting to Manage Brexit Impact](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/nearly-1-in-10-uk-hauliers-recruiting-to-manage-brexit-impact/): With 66% of UK hauliers concerned about the increased admin required in preparation to cross the border, they reveal the changes caused by the Brexit transition.
- [Logistics UK Report Examines COVID-19 Impact on Industry](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-report-examines-covid-19-impact-on-industry/): The logistics industry stepped up to deliver for the nation in 2020, despite facing a worsening shortage of HGV drivers, economic and financial hardship, and significant disruption to operations, according to Logistics UK.
- [Lytx Secures Long-Term Deal with Breezemount](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/lytx-secures-long-term-deal-with-breezemount/): Lytx, a leading provider of machine vision and artificial intelligence-powered video telematics, analytics, safety, and productivity solutions for commercial fleets today announced that Breezemount, one of the U.K.
- [No Return to March Delays for Home Deliveries](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/no-return-to-march-delays-for-home-deliveries/): Following the sudden imposition of new lockdowns across the UK, the courier services expert ParcelHero says retailers and home delivery networks are braced for a massive surge in deliveries.
- [24 Pre-Kent COVID Testing Sites Announced](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/24-pre-kent-covid-testing-sites-announced/): Truck and van drivers leaving the UK and travelling to France require a negative COVID test taken in the 72 hours before the arrival in France.
- [Roger Bullivant Wins Silver Award for Best Trained Workforce](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/roger-bullivant-wins-silver-award-for-best-trained-workforce/): Ground engineering company, Roger Bullivant takes home ASUC 2020 award for the best-trained workforce for the restricted access and piling division.
- [Rite-Hite Launches Close Up for Winter Initiative](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/rite-hite-launches-close-up-for-winter-initiative/): Rite-Hite, the Loading Bay safety and environmental control business, has launched a new initiative to help customers protect their facilities, and their costs, throughout the winter months.
- [96% of UK Hauliers 'Not Ready for Transition'](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/96-of-uk-hauliers-not-ready-for-transition/): With nearly 1 in 4 UK hauliers having already lost business due to Brexit, they reveal whether they’re prepared for the post-Brexit transition period.
- [Driving in Europe After Brexit: What to Look out for](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/driving-in-europe-after-brexit-what-to-look-out-for/): With Brexit just weeks away, Brits who are planning to drive abroad have been warned to check they are compliant with the EU rules of the road.
- [Logistics UK's Response to Kent HGV Parking Ban Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/logistics-uks-response-to-kent-hgv-parking-ban-scheme/): “Logistics UK is very frustrated the Department for Transport (DfT) and Kent Country Council (KCC) have failed to consider the welfare of lorry drivers in this decision.
- [Logistics UK Response to London Boundary Charge](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-response-to-feasibility-study-into-greater-london-boundary-charge/): Natalie Chapman, Head of Urban Policy at Logistics UK, comments: “A boundary charge would be a significant blow to the recovering logistics sector; it amounts to an additional tax on the businesses working hard to keep London stocked with the goods and services it needs to operate.
- [Logistics UK Discusses Readiness with EU Transition Minister](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-discusses-readiness-with-eu-transition-minister/): David Wells, Chief Executive of Logistics UK, met with EU Transition Minister, Rachel Maclean, to discuss the upcoming end of the Brexit transition period.
- [Flexible Logistics Sector Delivering Christmas](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/flexible-logistics-sector-committed-to-delivering-christmas/): Logistics UK has reassured businesses and consumers that the sector is doing everything it can to overcome the ongoing issues at some of the UK’s ports, which are causing delays to the nation’s highly interconnected supply chain, and deliver the festive goods the nation needs.
- [SeaRoad Expands Its Ro/Ro Capacity with MoorMaster NxG](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/searoad-expands-its-ro-ro-capacity-with-moormaster-nxg/): In mid-2021, transport and logistics provider, SeaRoad, will be the first to put the next generation Cavotec vacuum mooring technology, MoorMaster NxG, into commercial operation.
- [How Van Drivers Can Reduce Emissions and Their Impact](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/how-van-drivers-can-reduce-emissions-and-their-impact-on-the-environment/): Van drivers have been given advice on how to reduce emissions and their impact on the environment.
- [Night Flying Essential to Deliver Vital Goods](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/night-flying-essential-to-deliver-vital-goods/): In response to the launch of the government’s consultation on extending the current provision for night flights until 2024 and beyond, Zoe McLernon, Multimodal Policy Manager at Logistics UK, comments: “Air cargo services must be allowed to continue operating under the current night flying regime until 2024.
- [Flexport Appoints New Head of Ocean EMEA](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/flexport-appoints-new-head-of-ocean-emea/): Flexport, the modern freight forwarder, has announced the appointment of Florian Braun as the new head of Ocean EMEA.
- [Hermes UK Appoints Tony Denunzio CBE as Chairman](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/hermes-uk-appoints-tony-denunzio-cbe-as-chairman/): Tony De Nunzio CBE has been appointed as non-executive Chairman to the Shareholder Board at leading consumer delivery company, Hermes UK.
- [68Te Transformer from Slovenia to Tilbury Substation](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/collett-sons-deliver-a-68te-transformer-from-slovenia-to-tilbury-substation/): Collett & Sons have delivered a 68 Tonne electrical transformer from the manufacturing facility in Ljubljana, Slovenia to a substation in Tilbury, Essex.
- [CEMEX 2M Tonnes By Rail , Save 100K Road Movements](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/cemex-transports-two-million-tonnes-by-rail-to-save-100k-road-movements/): The commitment by CEMEX to sustainable transport methods has enabled the building materials solutions supplier to transport 2 million tonnes of aggregates across the UK by rail this year.
- [Logistics UK's Future Logistics Conference: 2021 Dates](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uks-future-logistics-conference-2021-dates-confirmed/): Logistics UK’s highly anticipated Future Logistics Conference at ITT Hub has moved to summer 2021, to allow for a safe and accessible experience in line with current government restrictions on large scale gatherings.
- [How to Reduce Depot Operating Costs with AI and IoT](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/how-to-reduce-depot-operating-costs-with-ai-and-iot/): As the number of electric vehicles increases, e.g., in commercial fleets or public transport, overnight charging infrastructure for hundreds of vehicles will become a common feature of our cities.
- [New Fleet MOT Deal Between Prestige and FleetCheck](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/new-fleet-mot-deal-between-prestige-and-fleetcheck/): A new MOT deal has been negotiated between FleetCheck and the Prestige Fleet Servicing ahead of an expected glut of demand for tests in September.
- [Super Deduction Decision Does not Support Efficient Operations](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/super-deduction-decision-does-not-support-efficient-operations/): Affordable leasing and short-term hire options are essential for logistics businesses to acquire the vital plant and machinery they need for their efficient operations, according to Logistics UK, one of the UK’s biggest business groups.
- [FleetCheck Launches Free Video Course for Van Operators](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fleetcheck-launches-free-video-course-for-van-operators/): A new, free online video safety course aimed at van operators is being launched by fleet software specialist FleetCheck at the Commercial Vehicle Show 2021.
- [Flexport Strengthens Leadership with New Appointment](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/flexport-strengthens-leadership-team-with-new-appointment-in-scandinavia/): Flexport, the platform for global logistics, has announced the appointment of Jaap de Mots as General Manager for Flexport in Scandinavia.
- [Tuffnells Announces New Board of Directors](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/tuffnells-announces-new-board-of-directors-as-it-moves-into-next-phase-of-expansion/): National IDW carrier Tuffnells has announced a new Board of Directors to lead the company into its next phase, after a successful 12 months in which it oversaw a successful turnaround, following a loss-making period under prior ownership.
- [Whistl Parcelhub Expansion into Essex & SE London](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/whistl-announces-parcelhub-expansion-into-essex-and-se-london/): Whistl has announced that Parcelhub, the leading provider of multi-carrier delivery solutions and proactive tracking support, has expanded its localised collection service to Essex and SE London through a new collection point located in Basildon.
- [What Will Mobility and Logistics Look Like in the Future?](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/what-will-mobility-and-logistics-look-like-in-the-future/): This question will be discussed by players from the automotive, transport and logistics sectors at the hybrid networking event Hypermotion Frankfurt from 14 to 16 September – live at the exhibition grounds and online.
- [Hermes Launches the LGV Apprenticeship Programme](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/hermes-launches-the-lgv-apprenticeship-programme/): Hermes UK, the consumer delivery specialist, has launched an apprenticeship scheme designed to help address the national LGV driver shortage, whilst developing its own people.
- [Fleets Should Start Preparing Drivers for the ISA Technology](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fleets-should-start-preparing-drivers-for-the-isa-technology/): Fleets should be preparing drivers now for the fact that some new cars, vans and trucks will be fitted with intelligent speed assistance (ISA) technology within a year, says FleetCheck.
- [iMist Invests £500K in National Operational Base & Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/imist-invests-500000-in-national-operational-base-and-fleet/): Fast-growing water mist fire suppression business iMist has made an investment of more than £500,000 to create a new national operational HQ in Kent.
- [Granting 10,000 Temporary Visas to EU Workers Priority](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/granting-10000-temporary-visas-to-eu-workers-should-be-a-priority/): Government must prioritise the granting of 10,000 temporary work visas to encourage EU drivers to return to support the UK’s supply chain, according to business group Logistics UK.
- [Woodland Group : E-Commerce Facility in Colchester](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/woodland-group-opens-new-e-commerce-facility-in-colchester/): Thanks to the continued growth of Woodland Group's Warehouse and Fulfilment business, the global supply chain company has opened a new 45,000 sq ft facility in Marks Tey, Colchester.
- [IKEA Receives 30 Electric Vans from Quantron](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/ikea-receives-30-electric-vans-from-quantron-to-achieve-climate-goal/): The international furniture company IKEA has set itself the goal of becoming climate-positive by 2030.
- [Hyperloop revolutionises transport](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/hyperloop-transport-system/): From Brussels to Barcelona in 30 minutes – the hyperloop transport system is faster and also more climate-friendly than classic modes of transportation.
- [FleetCheck Adds External Adviser to Help Electric Van Initiative](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/fleetcheck-adds-external-adviser-to-help-with-electric-van-initiative/): A new electric van initiative launched by FleetCheck has seen Paul Kirby added as an external adviser to the fleet software company’s consultancy resource.
- [Quantron AG Strengthens Global Presence via Share Swap](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/quantron-ag-strengthens-global-presence-via-share-swap-with-ev-dynamics/): Quantron AG and Ev Dynamics join forces and become mutual shareholders.
- [AFP Launches First Specialist eLCV Fleet Transition Course](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/afp-launches-first-specialist-elcv-fleet-transition-course/): The Association of Fleet Operators (AFP) has unveiled its first ever eLCV course for fleets transitioning to electrification, with the first taking place on Thursday 9th September.
- [Cambs Firm Confronts Europe Haulage Fraud](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/cambs-firm-confronts-europe-haulage-fraud/): A long-established road transport company based near Huntingdon says it has received a string of invoices and threats of court action from European hauliers relating to contracts of which it has no knowledge whatsoever.
- [Hermes Partners with Tesco to Expand Its Parcelshop Network](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/hermes-partners-with-tesco-to-expand-its-parcelshop-network/): Hermes, one of the UK’s leading consumer delivery companies, has announced its partnership with the UK’s largest supermarket to expand its ParcelShop network and provide services across its convenience estate nationwide.
- [Breathe : Fulfilment Software to Help E-Tailers](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/breathe-technologies-launches-order-fulfilment-software-to-help-e-tailers/): Smart warehouse solutions provider, Breathe Technologies, has launched an order fulfilment software to help e-tailers meet both stringent online marketplace requirements and their own direct customer demand.
- [Collett Delivers 128Te Transformer to Rochdale](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/collett-team-delivers-the-128te-transformer-to-rochdale-substation/): The Collett Team has delivered a 128Te transformer from Esprit Warehousing & Docks, Salford to the National Grid substation in Rochdale.
- [Halfords Implements Descartes’ Last Mile Delivery Solution](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/halfords-implements-descartes-last-mile-delivery-solution/): Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, has announced that UK-headquartered Halfords, a leading automotive products and services retailer, is using Descartes’ last mile delivery solution to enable dynamic delivery pricing in its customer-facing mobile tire replacement service and as its new international field service software solution called Avayler.
- [Temporary Driver Visas to Ease Supply Chain Issues](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/temporary-driver-visas-needed-to-ease-supply-chain-issues/): Business group Logistics UK has called for government to review its decision not to grant temporary work driver visas to EU HGV drivers, in the wake of mounting pressure on the UK’s supply chain caused by a lack of available delivery personnel.
- [Logistics UK’s Response to Congestion Charge](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uks-response-to-congestion-charge-announcement/): Regarding the announcement made by Transport for London (TfL) about the opening of a consultation on the future of the Congestion Charge – based on proposals to reduce the hours of operation to 0700-1800 during the week, 1200-1800 at the weekend and the charge remaining at the higher £15 rate – Natalie Chapman, Logistics UK’s Head of Policy - South, comments: “Logistics UK welcomes the proposals to revert the operational hours of the Congestion Charge back to the original weekday timings in place before the Covid-19 pandemic.
- [South Western Railway Chooses Acxiom & Tealium CDP](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/south-western-railway-chooses-acxiom-tealium-cdp/): Customer intelligence company, Acxiom, has partnered with Tealium to enable South Western Railway (SWR) to improve the targeting and efficiency of its marketing activities with data, as the sector rebuilds in the wake of the pandemic in the UK.
- [Hermes Increases Its Green Fleet as Part of Sustainability Plan](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/hermes-increases-its-green-fleet-as-part-of-sustainability-plan/): Leading consumer delivery specialist Hermes UK is adding a further 70 units to its green fleet of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) fuelled vehicles in a move to further reduce emissions.
- [Skipping Sikh MBE Delivers in His Own Sponsorship Van](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/skipping-sikh-mbe-delivers-langar-to-gurdwara-in-his-own-sponsorship-van/): A delivery company surprised the Skipping Sikh by collecting him in a bespoke ‘sponsorship van’ and driving to Southall Gurdwara to donate supplies and ingredients for langar.
- [VR Distribution Ltd Partners with Delamode International Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/vr-distribution-ltd-partners-with-delamode-international-logistics/): Delamode International Logistics is delighted to announce the partnership with wholesale games distributor VR Distribution Ltd.
- [IDW Carrier Continues Investment Plan with New Trailers & Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/idw-carrier-continues-investment-plan-with-new-trailers-and-vehicles/): Tuffnells, an IDW (irregular dimension & weight) carrier, is continuing with its investment plans after an exciting 2020, which saw the company complete a successful turnaround after a loss-making period under previous ownership.
- [Online Tool Launches to Address Warehouse Fulfilment Challenges](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/online-tool-launches-to-address-warehouse-fulfilment-challenges/): A new online software tool has been launched by smart warehouse solutions provider, Breathe Technologies, to provide a simple assessment of the friction points in a warehouse that could be causing delays in fulfilment.
- [Government Plan Unlikely to Solve Driver Crisis](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/government-plan-unlikely-to-solve-driver-crisis-until-2022/): The announcement that a government plan has been put into place to support the recovery of the logistics sector and tackle HGV driver crisis acknowledges industry concerns over testing delays and the simplification of the process involved in the acquisition of an HGV licence.
- [Trucklink Kicks off Rocket Round Leicester Charity Event](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/trucklink-kicks-off-rocket-round-leicester-charity-event-with-bespoke-truck/): Trucklink has unveiled a DAF CF truck with bespoke curtains and graphics to raise awareness of the upcoming LOROS Hospice Rocket Round Leicester art trail.
- [Scarbrough Group : Operational Processes a Facelift With AI](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/the-scarbrough-group-gives-operational-processes-a-facelift-with-ai/): The Scarbrough Group is giving its operational processes a facelift after signing a deal with Vector.ai.
- [Vehicle Replacement Help for Covid-Affected Fleets](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/new-vehicle-replacement-planner-provides-help-for-covid-affected-fleets/): New Vehicle Replacement Planner technology is being introduced by FleetCheck to help Covid-affected fleets calculate when cars and vans should be replaced.
- [56% of UK Hauliers Are Considering Move to the EU](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/56-of-uk-hauliers-are-considering-operations-move-to-the-eu/): As haulage demand surges by up to 120% in 2021 and hauliers are pushed to breaking point, a perfect storm of red tape, driver shortages and other Brexit issues threaten retail, food, farming and gardening industries.
- [Logistics UK Launches Route to Net Zero Campaign](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/logistics-uk-launches-route-to-net-zero-campaign/): Logistics UK, one of the UK’s biggest business groups, has announced the launch of Route to Net Zero: a campaign to encourage its 18,000 member businesses to commit to decarbonising their operations as quickly, effectively and as urgently as possible to help the UK achieve carbon neutrality ahead of the legal deadline of 2050.
- [AMCO Customs Warehousing Offering](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/amco-strengthens-customs-warehousing-offering-with-descartes/): Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announces that AMCO, a globally leading logistics and warehouse service provider, is expanding its customs warehousing operation and improving customer service with the deployment of the Descartes e-Customs solution.
- [Logistics UK Announces Van Driver of the Year 2021 Winners](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/logistics-uk-announces-van-driver-of-the-year-2021-winners/): Following a challenging assessment day at Bott Ltd in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Sam Burton of Wayfair has been crowned Logistics UK’s Van Driver of the Year 2021.
- [Minister Meets with Logistics UK in Urgent Recruitment Push](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/minister-meets-with-logistics-uk-in-urgent-recruitment-push-for-hauliers/): Mims Davies MP, the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Employment from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), met with business group Logistics UK and A.I.M Commercial Services Ltd – a national training provider for the logistics sector – at the haulage company’s site in Ripley, Derbyshire, to discuss how best to attract new recruits to the sector and help businesses across logistics to drive the economic recovery.
- [ArrowXL Announces Dynamic Integration with Parcelhub](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/arrowxl-announces-dynamic-integration-with-parcelhub/): ArrowXL, the leading two-person delivery company has announced a new integration with Parcelhub, the UK's leading provider of multi-carrier delivery solutions and proactive tracking support.
- [STILL Wins Yet Another IFOY Award](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/still-wins-yet-another-ifoy-award/): Numerous IFOY awards in the past are proof that STILL offers particularly efficient and robust industrial trucks and intralogistics solutions.
- [The Ultimate Construction Logistics Guide](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/the-ultimate-construction-logistics-guide/): There are many components involved when it comes to construction management.
- [Whistl Parcelhub Expansion with Leicester Depot](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/whistl-announces-parcelhub-expansion-with-new-leicester-depot/): Whistl has announced that Parcelhub, the UK’s leading provider of multi-carrier delivery solutions and proactive tracking support, has opened a Leicester based 10,000 sqft depot at Meridian Business Park, just off Junction 21 of the M1.
- [Fulfilment Chooses Infor Warehouse Management](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/uk-fulfilment-house-chooses-infor-warehouse-management-system/): Infor, the industry cloud company, today announced that PacWolf, a leading fulfilment house specialising in e-commerce, has chosen Infor Warehouse Management System.
- [Logistics UK Announces Van Driver of the Year Shortlist](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/logistics-uk-announces-van-driver-of-the-year-2021-shortlist/): Logistics UK has announced which of the UK’s best van drivers have been shortlisted to take part in its Van Driver of the contest, taking place on Saturday 10 July 2021 at Bott Ltd in Ashby-de-la-Zouch.
- [Logistics UK Launches Training Course for Van Drivers](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/logistics-uk-launches-training-course-for-van-drivers/): Logistics UK, the business group representing the logistics industry, has announced the launch of a brand-new eLearning course, Van Driver Safety Training with the aim of ensuring the four million vans currently on the UK’s roads are being driven safely, efficiently and in compliance with government legislation.
- [Motoring Laws that Have Changed During the Pandemic](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/motoring-laws-that-have-changed-during-the-pandemic/): Brits are being warned about new motoring laws which have come into place since the pandemic hit.
- [North West Skip Business Strengthens Fleet to Boost Capacity](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/north-west-skip-business-strengthens-fleet-to-boost-capacity/): A rapidly-growing skip hire and waste company in the North West has invested in its fleet of trucks with specialist lifting equipment to drive forward its ambitious expansion plans.
- [Nominations Now Open for Logistics UK's Van Awards 2021](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/nominations-now-open-for-logistics-uks-van-awards-2021/): Logistics UK’s Van Awards, supported by Van Excellence, are back for 2021 to recognise and reward the operators who have risen to the challenge of operating in the COVID-19 environment, placing driver wellbeing, safety, efficiency, innovation, and sustainability at the heart of their businesses.
- [Accident Led to Business Success for 2 Liverpool Bros](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/how-a-serious-accident-led-to-business-success-for-two-liverpool-brothers/): Two brothers who launched an ecommerce order fulfilment business during the Covid pandemic have gone from an empty warehouse in their hometown of Liverpool to a full capacity Fulfilment Centre and plans to open a second site soon.
- [Whistl Appoints New E-Fulfilment General Managers](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/whistl-appoints-new-general-managers-to-support-e-fulfilment/): Whistl, the leading independent provider of e-fulfilment solutions, has appointed two new General Managers to lead its new warehouse facilities in Lutterworth and Northampton.
- [Great Gizmos & Delamode International  Boost Customer Serviceability](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/great-gizmos-partners-with-delamode-international-logistics-to-boost-customer-serviceability/): Great Gizmos Limited has appointed Delamode International Logistics trading as Import Services, part of Xpediator Group Plc as logistics partner, to provide retail supply chain services throughout their distribution network across the UK.
- [Hermes Trials of Self-Driving Vans in Oxford](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/hermes-launches-trials-of-self-driving-vans-in-oxford/): Hermes, the consumer delivery specialist, has become the first customer to take part in an early stage trial with Ford, Europe’s market leader in commercial vehicles, to make city deliveries more efficient and sustainable in the future with self-driving vans.
- [‘Call for Action’ to Secure a Vibrant Future for UK Air](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/aviation-industry-call-for-action-to-secure-a-vibrant-future-for-uk-air-freight/): A landmark ‘call for action’ setting out 11 key recommendations for the UK to facilitate the sustainable growth of the economically-vital aviation industry has been presented to the Government by Aberdeen Standard Investment’s AIPUT fund (Airport Industrial Property Unit Trust) and Logistics UK, the logistics industry business group.
- [Whistl Awarded IIP ‘We Invest in People’ Accreditation](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/whistl-awarded-iip-we-invest-in-people-accreditation/): Whistl, the UKs leading logistics specialists in e-fulfilment, contact centres, mail and parcels, has been awarded the Investors in People ‘We invest in people’, standard accreditation.
- [Traffic Commissioner Keynote Speaker: UK Fleet Engineer](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/traffic-commissioner-keynote-speaker-at-logistics-uk-fleet-engineer/): Kevin Rooney, the Traffic Commissioner for the West of England, will be sharing his unique insight into how transport operators can avoid making common mistakes in the maintenance of modern fleets at Logistics UK’s 2021 Fleet Engineer Conference, taking place at the British Motor Museum in Warwickshire on 7 September 2021.
- [Govia Thameslink Partners with Quantexa to Stop Fraud](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/govia-thameslink-railway-partners-with-quantexa-to-stop-fraud/): Quantexa, the data and analytics software company pioneering Contextual Decision Intelligence (CDI), announced today that it has partnered with leading UK rail firm Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) to help stem the rising tide of rail fraud.
- [Top Tips to Decrease Fuel Consumption](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/top-tips-to-decrease-fuel-consumption-amid-price-increases/): Brits are being urged to consider fuel preservation methods when driving, as the cost of fuel sees its biggest increase in over ten years.
- [Improving Delivery Efficiency : Driver Shortage](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/improving-delivery-efficiency-should-overcome-driver-shortage/): The UK’s HGV driver shortage is becoming increasingly concerning, with the ‘perfect storm’ of Brexit, Covid-19 and growing demands exacerbating the problem.
- [Logistics UK Conference Set to Discuss the Future of Vans](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/logistics-uk-conference-set-to-discuss-the-future-of-vans/): Decarbonisation is a high priority for businesses operating vans of any fleet size, and to support this, Logistics UK has announced a session dedicated to exploring the future of vans at its upcoming Future Logistics Conference, part of the much-anticipated free Innovation and Technology in Transport ITT Hub event.
- [Cavotec Contract to Equip World's Largest Container Ships](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/cavotec-wins-contract-to-equip-worlds-largest-container-ships/): Cavotec has won a series of orders in the second quarter with a total value of EUR 5M to equip the world’s largest new-build container ships with ShorePower systems.
- [Logistics Import Services Chosen by Katie Alice Ltd](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/logistics-company-import-services-chosen-by-katie-alice-ltd/): Katie Alice Ltd, a leading retailer of vintage inspired homeware and kitchen accessories has selected Import Services as their logistics partner, for what is certain to be a busy year ahead.
- [Global Road Freight Revenues to Grow 4.3% by 2025](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/global-road-freight-revenues-set-to-grow-by-4-3-by-2025/): Shell and Frost & Sullivan has published new research revealing that global road freight revenues are expected to grow by an average of 4.3% annually from 2020 to 2025.
- [More Than 150 Exhibitors Confirmed for ITT Hub!](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/more-than-150-exhibitors-confirmed-for-itt-hub/): More than 150 of the UK’s most innovative transport companies as well as key government departments and agencies will be showcasing their cutting-edge services, products, strategies and ideas at the free-to-attend Innovation & Technology in Transport - ITT Hub event, to be held at Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre on 30 June and 1 July 2021.
- [Bridgestone’s Slick Response Times at Their ‘Best Ever’ Levels](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bridgestones-slick-response-times-at-their-best-ever-levels/): Bridgestone’s 24/7 fleet service network is now operating at its best-ever levels according to bosses, who believe they are on course for their most efficient year in terms of breakdown responses.
- [Visitors Can Ride the Vehicles of the Future at ITT Hub](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/visitors-can-ride-the-vehicles-of-the-future-at-itt-hub/): Visitors to the free Innovation and Technology in Transport ITT Hub event this spring - the largest show of its kind in 40 years - will be given the unique opportunity to try out the UK’s most cutting-edge trucks, vans, buses, coaches, bikes and autonomous vehicles for themselves on a two mile Ride & Drive roadway at the exhibition and conference.
- [GameByte Teams Up with 3PL to Target E-Commerce Growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/gamebyte-teams-up-with-3pl-to-target-e-commerce-growth/): Social Chain owned gaming brand GameByte has signed a deal with Order Fulfilment Provider 3PL as it looks to further expand its e-commerce capabilities.
- [Deliver Promise on Safe Parking Spaces for HGV Drivers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/deliver-promise-on-safe-parking-spaces-for-hgv-drivers/): In response to the launch of Transport Focus’ 2020-2021 Logistics and Coach Survey: Strategic Roads, Michelle Gardner, Head of Public Policy at Logistics UK comments: “Logistics UK is pressing the Department for Transport (DfT) to take urgent action to tackle the nationwide shortage of parking spaces for HGV drivers; the findings of today’s report – that 56% of respondents rate the availability of spaces for lorries as fairly poor or very poor – reconfirms a desperate industry need.
- [Dawsongroup Finance Hits £150M Portfolio Milestone](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/dawsongroup-finance-hits-150m-portfolio-milestone/): Part of Dawsongroup PLC, the Ringwood-based company’s portfolio exceeded the major milestone for the first time in April, with £150m of financed assets in use which are currently funded by Dawsongroup Finance.
- [VisionTrack Continues Rapid Growth with US Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/visiontrack-continues-rapid-growth-with-us-expansion/): VisionTrack, the leading provider of cloud-based video telematics, has expanded its international footprint with the launch of a new US business.
- [Hermes Appoints Head of ESG Sustainability](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/hermes-appoints-head-of-esg-as-part-of-its-move-to-sustainability/): Hermes, one of the UK’s leading consumer delivery companies, has appointed a Head of ESG to drive the business's environmental, social, governance agenda.
- [Logistics UK's Van Driver of the Year Has Been Launched](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/logistics-uks-van-driver-of-the-year-has-been-launched/): The search for the country’s best van drivers is back with the launch of Logistics UK’s Van Driver of the Year competition for 2021.
- [Best Driving Routes in 'Green' Travel List Countries](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/best-driving-routes-in-green-travel-list-countries/): Now that international travel is allowed in certain areas of the world, petrol-heads planning foreign holidays have been advised on the best driving roads to experience in some of the green list countries.
- [Logistics UK Welcomes Williams-Shapps Review](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/logistics-uk-welcomes-williams-shapps-review-outcome/): The plans outlined in the Williams-Shapps Review are essential for the future of rail freight, and the creation of a single body – Great British Railways – will help to better embed freight into decision making, according to business group Logistics UK, which represents the whole sector.
- [Zenith Brings Commercial Vehicle Operations Together](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/zenith-brings-commercial-vehicle-operations-together/): Zenith has brought all of its commercial vehicle operations together under the Zenith Commercial brand.
- [Keep Driver Testing at Top Speed, Logistics UK Urges DVSA](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/keep-driver-testing-at-top-speed-logistics-uk-urges-dvsa/): The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) must maintain its rapid programme of vocational driver tests, according to business group Logistics UK, if it is to overcome the backlog of outstanding tests which threatens to derail the UK’s highly interconnected supply chain, due to a shortage of drivers.
- [Distributors Have Started Adopting Digital Transformation Strategies](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/distributors-have-started-adopting-digital-transformation-strategies/): Sage has launched the ‘Global distributors transform to adapt, survive and thrive’ about the adoption of digital transformation, in partnership with IDG.
- [FleetCheck Records 10,000th Vehicle Integration with Quartix](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fleetcheck-records-10000th-vehicle-integration-with-quartix/): Fleet software company FleetCheck has recorded its 10,000th vehicle integration with real-time car and van tracking specialist Quartix this week.
- [Logistics UK’s Fleet Engineer Back by Popular Demand for 2021](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/logistics-uks-fleet-engineer-back-by-popular-demand-for-2021/): Vehicle technology is evolving at a rapid rate and commercial vehicle engineers must keep pace to ensure their maintenance programmes are fit for the modern fleet.
- [Electric Utility Vehicle Range from STAR EV Set to Shine](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/electric-utility-vehicle-range-from-star-ev-set-to-shine/): Electric power, it’s a hot topic and rightly so.
- [Astronaut to Headline Future Logistics Conference](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/british-astronaut-to-headline-logistics-uks-future-logistics-conference/): From self-driving vehicles transporting goods, to warehouses run on Artificial Intelligence, logistics businesses are harnessing the technology of tomorrow to revolutionise the efficiency of the industry.
- [ArrowXL Wins Johnson Health Tech UK Contract](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/arrowxl-wins-johnson-health-tech-uk-contract/): Johnson Health Tech UK, the specialist supplier of cardio, strength, and group training equipment has chosen ArrowXL, the leading two-person home delivery and warehousing specialist, to support the next phase of its significant home retail growth.
- [How Will E-commerce Cope with Demand?](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/how-will-e-commerce-companies-cope-with-warehouse-demand/): Dan Marchant, e-commerce director of Vape Club, saw an unprecedented growth in sales during lockdown, peaking at nearly 300% above their normal run rate.
- [Arval Report Shows Real-World Electric Van Range Figures](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/arval-report-shows-real-world-electric-van-range-figures/): A new report from leading sustainable mobility specialist, Arval, which has more than 175,000 vehicles on its UK fleet, aims to help businesses adopt eLCVs through an investigation into real-world range i.e.
- [Logistics UK Restarts Classroom Training for Its Courses](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/logistics-uk-restarts-classroom-training-for-its-courses/): Logistics UK has returned to scheduling classroom-based training for its well-respected compliance courses.
- [Isuzu Facilitates Ambulance Converter for Blue Light](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/isuzu-facilitates-ambulance-converter-for-blue-light-services/): When specialist vehicle converter Blue Light Services were looking for a new delivery vehicle to carry its finished ambulances from its production facilities to customers, they needed a truck that was not only flexible in operation but one that could carry a finished payload of up to 4 tonne, so Isuzu became one of the options.
- [Mears Group Manages Strategic Growth Despite Losses](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/mears-group-manages-strategic-growth-despite-losses/): Mears Group has announced a significant strategic progress, despite having slipped to a pre-tax loss in its full year results.
- [Zenobe Joins Extreme E as Official Energy Storage Supplier](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/zenobe-joins-extreme-e-as-official-energy-storage-supplier/): Zenobe, the UK’s leading independent owner and operator of battery storage and EV fleet specialists, will be providing a second-life battery to provide power to Extreme E’s site operations.
- [XPO Logistics Wins Contract with Pearson Education](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/xpo-logistics-wins-contract-with-pearson-education/): Pearson Education has awarded the leading global provider of supply chain solutions, XPO Logistics, a contract to distribute courseware and assessment materials in the UK.
- [Protect Drivers Against People Smuggling Penalties](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/protect-drivers-against-people-smuggling-penalties/): Responsible hauliers and drivers who are unwitting victims of people-smuggling gangs should not be penalised if all precautions have been taken to protect their vehicles, according to Logistics UK.
- [The Most Affordable Tech Upgrades for Your Vehicle](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/the-most-affordable-tech-upgrades-for-your-vehicle/): Brits considering a vehicle upgrade, but not looking to break the bank have been advised on affordable tech upgrades.
- [Unlock Capacity for Rail Freight to Meet Net Zero Emissions](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/unlock-capacity-for-rail-freight-to-meet-net-zero-emissions/): In response to the publication of the Rail Delivery Group’s Value of Rail Freight report, Zoe McLernon, Policy Manager of Multi Modal at Logistics UK comments: “Logistics UK is urging the government to unlock capacity for rail freight services to help meet the target of a net zero emission economy by 2050.
- [Zenobe & McGill : Sustainable Transport to Scotland](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/zenobe-energy-and-mcgills-to-bring-sustainable-transport-to-scotland/): Zenobe Energy, the UK’s leading independent owner and operator of battery storage, which powers 20% of the EV bus market in the UK, has partnered with McGill’s to bring electric bus services to Glasgow, Renfrewshire and Dundee.
- [Zeus Labs Continues Expansion in the UK Freight Marketplace](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/zeus-labs-continues-expansion-in-the-uk-freight-marketplace-with-appointment-of-new-commercial-director/): Sam McGuirk joins from Ontruck, marking the second phase of Zeus Labs’ development.
- [World's First Very Light Rail Rapid-Charger](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/worlds-first-very-light-rail-rapid-charger-has-been-installed/): The world’s first Very Light Rail (VLR) ultra-rapid battery charge station has been installed at its dedicated testing centre in Dudley, England, by Furrer+Frey GB.
- [Logistics Specialist to Open Three New Fulfilment Sites](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/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.
- [TKL Group Expands Team of Drivers and Skiploaders](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/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.
- [Speakers Announced for Future Logistics Conference at ITT Hub](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [Chaucer Logistics Launches Free Advisory Service for Manufacturers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/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.
- [Former Tesco Global Head of Logistics Joins Zeus Labs](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/former-tesco-global-head-of-logistics-joins-zeus-labs/): Zeus Labs, the Tech software startup that is revolutionising the road freight industry, has made their most significant appointment to date, with Alistair Lindsay taking the role as Chief Operating Officer.
- [Van Safety Resources Created by National Highways](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/van-driver-safety-resources-created-by-national-highways-added-to-fleetcheck-app/): A series of van driver safety resources created by National Highways through its Driving for Better Business campaign have been added to FleetCheck’s widely-used Vehicle Inspection App.
- [Logistics UK's Chief Executive Recognised by the Queen](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/logistics-uks-chief-executive-recognised-by-the-queen-in-new-years-honours-list/): David Wells, Chief Executive of business group Logistics UK, has been awarded an OBE in the New Year’s Honours list, for services to transport and logistics.
- [Van Safety Soar Thanks Van Excellence Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/standards-of-van-safety-soar-thanks-to-logistics-uks-van-excellence-scheme/): More than 100 businesses and local authorities are now operating their vans to the highest standards of safety, compliance and efficiency, thanks to Van Excellence, a scheme administered by Logistics UK.
- [Distribution and Logistics Job Roles That Need to Be Filled](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/the-distribution-and-logistics-job-roles-that-need-to-be-filled-in-2022/): As the year draws to a close, there’s no better time to reassess what you want for the new year.
- [Deal & Arra Creates New Powerhouse in Pharma Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/deal-with-arra-group-creates-new-powerhouse-in-pharma-logistics/): Transpharma International (part of the Walden Group) – the pharmaceutical freight and logistics specialist – has entered into a strategic agreement with Arra Group, a Polish logistics company and key link in the European pharmaceutical supply chain.
- [Logistics UK Announces Cambridgeshire-Based Freight Council Chair](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/logistics-uk-announces-cambridgeshire-based-freight-council-chair/): John Burbridge, Group Quality and Compliance Manager at Turners (Soham) Ltd from Cambridgeshire has been announced as Chair of Logistics UK’s East of England Freight Council.
- [Van Fleets Should Make Use of 2022 to Plan for eLCV Switch](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/van-fleets-should-make-use-of-2022-to-plan-for-elcv-switch/): Van fleets not already planning for the arrival of electric light commercial vehicles (eLCV) should use 2022 to set out how to successfully integrate them into their operations, says Arval UK.
- [New RED Driver Training Affinity Deal Signed by FleetCheck](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-red-driver-training-affinity-deal-signed-by-fleetcheck/): Increasing demand for training in response to the HGV driver shortage has seen FleetCheck strike a new affinity deal with RED Driver Training.
- [Logistics UK Has Announced Its 2021 Awards Winners](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-has-announced-its-2021-awards-winners/): One of the UK’s biggest business groups, Logistics UK has announced the winners of its 2021 Logistics Awards, following celebratory gala dinner held at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge on Thursday 9 December 2021, with entertainment provided by talented stand-up comedian, podcaster and radio presenter, Ed Gamble.
- [Flexport Partner Network for Importers and Exporters](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/flexport-launches-certified-partner-network-for-importers-and-exporters/): Flexport, the platform for global logistics, has launched the Flexport Certified Partner Network, an industry-first ecosystem of logistics service providers designed to provide customers with the local expertise they need to scale logistics operations globally.
- [Logistics Operator Is on Track to Achieve Record Turnover](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-operator-is-on-track-to-achieve-record-turnover/): Europa Worldwide Group, the logistics operator that has 400 staff at three sites across the East Midlands, has announced it is on track to achieve record turnover and profits in 2021.
- [JCB Adds a Hydrogen Fuel Cell Toyota Car to Its Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/jcb-adds-a-hydrogen-fuel-cell-toyota-car-to-its-fleet/): JCB has added to its fleet a hydrogen fuel cell Toyota car as it plans to invest £100 million in its own hydrogen engine technology.
- [Fleets Are Taking Renewed Covid Threat Seriously](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fleets-are-taking-renewed-covid-threat-seriously/): Fleets are responding to the increased level of Covid threat seen in recent weeks by returning to homeworking and readopting a range of other measures designed to minimise risk, FleetCheck is reporting.
- [Logistics Platform Boss Warns of Road Freight Price Rise](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/logistics-platform-boss-warns-of-december-road-freight-price-rise/): The CEO of Transport Exchange Group (TEG), the UK’s leading online logistics platform, has warned of surging demand for road transport services in December, and the wide-ranging effects it could have.
- [DB Schenker Record Order for EV Volta Zero Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/db-schenker-makes-record-order-for-electric-volta-zero-trucks/): DB Schenker, the logistics giant, has made Europe's largest pre-order for electric trucks so far, after signing a deal with Volta Trucks for 1,470 Volta Zero trucks.
- [Logistics UK’s Welsh Logistics Lunch a Sell-out Success](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uks-welsh-logistics-lunch-a-sell-out-success/): After facing a particularly challenging year, Welsh logistics businesses took time out last week to celebrate the sector’s achievements over the past 12 months, with more than 200 of the industry’s leading names gathering at the Cardiff Marriott Hotel on 26 November 2021 for the sell-out Logistics UK annual Welsh Lunch.
- [W. H. Bowker Announced European Haulier of the Year](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/w-h-bowker-international-limited-announced-as-northern-european-haulier-of-the-year/): W. H. Bowker International marks 60th year anniversary with Northern European Haulier of the Year Award.
- [Bridgestone Celebrates Collease Commercial Agreement](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bridgestone-celebrates-collease-commercial-agreement/): Bridgestone’s flexibility, attention to detail and long-term approach to fleet management has worked together to secure a huge commercial partnership with Collease.
- [Construction Company Switches Delivery Fleet to HVO](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/construction-company-switches-delivery-fleet-to-hvo-in-industry-first/): National construction equipment and services provider Speedy is now fuelling its delivery fleet with hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) in an industry-first that will save 5,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions over the next 12 months.
- [QUANTRON Expands Team with Leading Experts](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/quantron-expands-its-management-team-with-leading-experts/): Quantron AG, leading system provider of battery- and hydrogen-powered e-mobility, is on course for global growth with a few management appointments.
- [Logistics UK Gives Evidence at Transport Select Committee](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-gives-evidence-at-transport-select-committee/): Speaking at the Transport Select Committee’s inquiry into the road freight supply chain, Elizabeth de Jong, Director of Policy at business group Logistics UK, comments: “The road freight supply chain is facing many challenges and opportunities, including the ongoing shortage of HGV drivers, a patchwork of local urban regulations, and the need to decarbonise operations efficiently.
- [Economic Importance of the Short Straits](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/new-summit-addresses-economic-importance-of-the-short-straits/): The UK short straits, the trading routes across the narrowest parts of the English Channel, are a vital asset in Britain’s supply chain but unaddressed issues with border controls and transport infrastructure may impact their resilience and sustainability, according to Logistics UK, the business group representing the industry.
- [GCL Group Commissions Its First Mercedes-Benz eVito Vans](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/gcl-group-commissions-its-first-mercedes-benz-evito-vans/): GCL Group, the concrete frame contractor, has commissioned its first zero-emission vehicles with an order of four Mercedes-Benz eVito vans and two nine-seater eVito Tourers from Rygor Commercials.
- [Government’s 'Electric Vehicle Revolution' Announcement](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/statement-on-the-governments-electric-vehicle-revolution-announcement/): Commenting in response to the government’s 'electric vehicle revolution' announcement, Denise Beedell, Public Policy Manager at Logistics UK, says: “Regulation for the 'electric vehicle revolution' to ensure all new buildings, including homes and workplaces, are fitted with electric vehicle charge points is a vital step forward in England’s transition to a net zero emission economy.
- [Tructyre Prevents Tyre Troubles Turning into Mission Failures](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/tructyre-prevents-minor-tyre-troubles-turning-into-major-mission-failures/): Tructyre prevents minor tyre troubles turning into major mission failures with an entirely mobile tyre service, covering Great Britain, with hundreds of well-trained and knowledgeable technicians.
- [Hydrogen Technology Showcased at COP26](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/university-of-birmingham-hydrogen-technology-showcased-at-cop26/): Britain’s first mainline-approved train driven by hydrogen technology has been operating in Glasgow to demonstrate its role in driving the green industrial revolution at the COP26 Climate Change Summit.
- [Specialist Highlights Claim Cost Switch](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/commercial-fleet-insurance-specialist-highlights-claim-cost-switch/): Fleet insurance specialist, McCarron Coates, is warning fleet drivers that the world of fleet claims is in evolution, with the cost of vehicle repairs now outweighing those of personal injury claims for the first time in many years.
- [Government Rail Package a Hit and a Miss, Says Logistics UK](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/government-rail-package-a-hit-and-a-miss-says-logistics-uk/): The government’s Integrated Rail Plan rail package, which includes the removal of the proposed eastern leg of HS2, represents a missed opportunity to enhance the efficiency of supply chains in the North and Midlands, according to Logistics UK, one of the UK’s biggest business groups.
- [Elddis Transport Gets the Go Ahead for Expansion Plans](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/elddis-transport-gets-the-go-ahead-for-expansion-plans/): Consett-based Elddis Transport is gearing up for growth after plans worth close to £1.5 million to develop its operations were given the green light by planners.
- [Tiger Safety Team’s School Programme Launches](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/tiger-safety-teams-school-programme-launches-during-road-safety-week/): Tiger Trailers has officially launched its new Tiger Safety Team unit’s ‘STOP LOOK BE SEEN’ school programme and unveiled the project’s liveried curtainsider, Volvo truck and mascot during Road Safety Week 2021, run by charity Brake, which the Cheshire firm has entered into a three-year donor relationship with.
- [Zeus Labs continues expansion in the UK freight marketplace](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/zeus-labs-continues-expansion-in-the-uk-freight-marketplace-with-appointment-of-new-head-of-operations/): Zeus Labs' expansion - the developer of the evolutionary new haulage and freight booking and management software solution, has announced the appointment of Matt Jones to the senior leadership team.
- [Logistics UK Launches Route Map to Decarbonise](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/logistics-uk-launches-route-map-to-decarbonise-the-uk-logistics-sector/): The logistics sector needs to undergo vast transformation for the UK to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, according to Logistics UK, as it launches its route map to decarbonise this £127 billion industry.
- [Drivers Direct Appoints New Managing Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/drivers-direct-appoints-new-managing-director/): Drivers Direct Recruitment, one of the UK’s leading providers of temporary and permanent drivers to commercial organisations, has appointed Danny Jellicoe as Managing Director.
- [Transport Company Uses Fingerprint Drug Testing to Support Health and Safety](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/transport-company-uses-fingerprint-drug-testing-to-support-health-and-safety/): John Hacklings (Transport) Ltd, the company that delivers a complete road haulage, logistics, storage and distribution services offer through its Hacklings brand, is extending its use of fingerprint drug testing as part of its health and safety programme.
- [Falken Opens New Warehouse to Serve Strategic Customers](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/falken-opens-new-warehouse-to-serve-strategic-customers/): Falken Tyre Europe GmbH COO and President Markus Bögner was in attendance for the formal opening ceremony of a new 40,000 square-metre logistics centre in Gengenbach, Germany on 10 November 2021.
- [Businesses To Prepare for Changes to UK Border Controls](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/businesses-need-to-prepare-for-changes-to-uk-border-controls/): As a result of Brexit, the way goods move in and out of the EU is changing and businesses that are shipping goods in and out of the UK will be subject to new border controls from 1 January 2022.
- [KNP Logistics Defies Pandemic to Deliver Profit](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/knp-logistics-defies-pandemic-to-deliver-profit/): KNP Logistics Group, formerly known as Knights of Old Group, has climbed out of the red, delivering its first pre-tax profit in five years, despite the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic.
- ['Meersburg Electrifies' with Quantron Transporter](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/new-project-meersburg-electrifies-launches-with-quantron-transporter/): The city of Meersburg is launching the development of CO2-free logistics with their new project 'Meersburg electrifies', which aims to create awareness for zero-emission commercial vehicles and at the same time educate about the impact of vehicle emissions on the environment.
- [UK Road Transport Pricing Stabilises after Record High](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uk-road-transport-pricing-stabilises-after-record-high-30-increase/): The new transport industry index highlights the data behind spiking demand for UK courier and haulier services, as UK road transport pricing stabilises.
- [Humax Introduces Total Mobility Platform at MOVE2021](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/humax-introduces-total-mobility-platform-at-move2021/): Humax, a total mobility platform provider, will showcase its all-in-one mobility hub, smart EV charging, digitalized fleet management and other mobility-related solutions at Europe’s largest mobility exhibition, MOVE2021 (9-10 November, London ExCeL, stand number 110).
- [Deliveries Greenest Christmas Shopping Option](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/home-deliveries-are-the-greenest-christmas-shopping-option/): As world leaders discuss climate change at COP26, ParcelHero says all the evidence is that ordering presents online for home deliveries this year will be far greener than shopping by car.
- [Fuel Duty Freeze a Boost for the Logistics Sector](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fuel-duty-freeze-a-boost-for-the-logistics-sector/): The Budget announcement of a continued freeze on fuel duty will assist the logistics sector in its move to decarbonisation by 2050, according to business group Logistics UK.
- [Petrol Light Flashing but I Have a Full Tank - What Is Wrong?](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/petrol-light-is-flashing-but-i-have-a-full-tank-what-is-wrong/): With UK petrol station closures sparking huge demand for fuel in recent weeks, motorists have felt acute pressure to ensure they have enough in the tank for essential journeys.
- [Haskel Hydrogen Systems to Supply Refuelling Stations](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/haskel-hydrogen-systems-to-supply-hydrogen-refuelling-stations/): Haskel Hydrogen Systems Group, a business of the Precision and Science Technologies Segment at Ingersoll Rand Inc.
- [Top Tips for Driving on Smart Motorways](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/top-tips-for-driving-on-smart-motorways/): British motorists are being offered important tips for driving on smart motorways across the UK.
- [Fleets Tech Start-up Secures Multi Million Investment](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/vehicle-fleets-tech-start-up-secures-multi-million-investment/): AutoFill, a Dutch deep tech start-up revolutionising inspection workflow processes for the automotive and rail industries, has secured €2.6 million in pre-series A funding.
- [Hermes Announce Ethics & Sustainability Programme](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/hermes-announces-ethics-and-sustainability-programme/): Hermes, the UK’s largest dedicated parcel delivery company, has announced an ambitious ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) programme designed to reduce its impact on the planet, promote equality and fairness and increase transparency about its operations.
- [First Bus COP26 Charging Facility Joined by School Pupils](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/first-bus-official-cop26-charging-facility-joined-by-school-pupils/): School pupils have helped fire the starting gun for Glasgow’s role in COP26 by opening an official First Bus EV charging station for the climate change conference in the heart of the city.
- [Tructyre Joins Tyre Safety Campaign](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tructyre-joins-tyre-safety-campaign-2/): In this year’s annual Tyre Safety Month, TyreSafe is asking Britain’s motorists 'What’s Stopping You?'.
- [Fully Charged : Clean Energy and Transportation Manifesto](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/fully-charged-releases-clean-energy-and-transportation-manifesto/): Fully Charged, the world’s largest electric vehicle and clean energy channel, has released a clean energy and transportation manifesto.
- [Road Maintenance Provider Completes Management Buyout](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/road-maintenance-provider-completes-management-buyout/): After securing a £5.5 million facility from Arbuthnot Commercial Asset Based Lending, a Derbyshire-based supplier and maintenance provider of road, rail and storage tankers, WG Tanker Group, has completed a management buyout (MBO).
- [Project Speedbird Receives Government Funding](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/project-speedbird-receives-government-funding/): Project Speedbird, a project that involves Wilton-based Nova Pangaea Technologies, has secured government funding.
- [National Weekend to Deliver New Career Opportunities for All](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/a-national-weekend-to-deliver-new-career-opportunities-for-all/): Have you ever stopped to wonder how goods make it to the shops, or how factories, schools or hospitals (among others) are restocked with whatever they need, whenever they need it?
- [How to Help Employers Upskill Their Fleet of Drivers](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/how-to-help-employers-upskill-their-fleet-of-drivers/): HGV training and recruitment experts, Driver Hire Training, have revealed some top tips on how to upskill your fleet of drivers.
- [West Midlands Supports the Installation of Green Technology](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/west-midlands-supports-the-installation-of-green-technology/): The West Midlands has been handed £1 billion funding to expand the region's transport network and support the installation of green technology.
- [Funding Packages for Transport Infrastructure Welcomed](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/funding-packages-for-transport-infrastructure-have-been-welcomed/): Yorkshire leaders have welcomed multimillion-pound funding packages to support transport projects in South and West Yorkshire.
- [Panther Logistics Signs Exclusive Partnership with Sky](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/panther-logistics-signs-exclusive-partnership-with-sky/): Panther Logistics, a Northampton-based transport company, has sealed an exclusive partnership with Sky to deliver the broadcaster’s new Sky Glass TV to customers across the UK.
- [Clipper Logistics Boosts Financial Wellbeing](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/clipper-logistics-boosts-financial-wellbeing-with-flexible-pay/): Clipper Logistics is offering all its staff the ability to access their pay ahead of pay day in what it claims is an industry first.
- [Fleet Shifting Being Resource Rather than Cost](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fleet-management-shifting-to-being-resource-rather-than-cost-based/): Shortages in drivers, vehicles and fuel mean fleet management is undergoing a fundamental change in becoming more resource rather than cost-based.
- [Logistics UK Partners with D4Drivers to Improve Health](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/logistics-uk-partners-with-d4drivers-to-improve-health-in-the-industry/): Logistics UK has announced its partnership with D4Drivers – a leading driver medical supplier – to offer its members easier access to driver medicals, and improve overall health and wellbeing across the logistics industry.
- [Drivers Direct Add Extra Horsepower To Charity](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/drivers-direct-add-extra-horsepower-to-hampshire-charity-2/): Runcorn-based logistics recruitment company Drivers Direct has raised £2,500 for charity Hampshire Spirit Horse Rescue, a charity that cares for abused and neglected horses.
- [Woodland Acquires 50% of Worldwide Book Services](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/woodland-group-acquires-50-share-of-worldwide-book-services/): Woodland Group and Worldwide Book Services (WBS) are delighted to announce the strengthening of their alliance with Woodland Group having successfully acquired 50% of the UK logistics company.
- [Sign up Now to Route to Net Zero for Logistics Free Webinar](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/sign-up-now-to-route-to-net-zero-for-logistics-free-webinar/): One of the UK’s biggest business groups, Logistics UK, will be launching its route map to help decarbonise the logistics industry via a webinar on 10 November 2021, as it publishes its Route to Net Zero manifesto on the dedicated Transport Day at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26).
- [Descartes Unveils AI and Machine Learning Enhancements](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/descartes-unveils-ai-and-machine-learning-enhancements-for-fleet-performance/): Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, unveiled artificial intelligence (AI)- and machine learning (ML)-based enhancements to its Routing Mobile & Telematics suite.
- [DPDHL Group and Google Cloud Collaborate to Deliver](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/dpdhl-group-and-google-cloud-collaborate-to-deliver-innovative-logistics-solutions/): Google Cloud announced it is helping Deutsche Post DHL Group (DPDHL Group), one of the world’s leading logistics companies, to deliver scalable cloud services that meet the demands of Deutsche Post DHL’s growing logistics business, demands that have massively grown in the last few years.
- [Hydrogen Growth to Dictate Future of Panel Van Power](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/hydrogen-infrastructure-growth-likely-to-dictate-future-of-panel-van-power/): The rate of growth of the hydrogen refuelling infrastructure is likely to dictate which power option many fleets choose for their panel van over the next few years, says FleetCheck.
- [Feature Allow You to Send Parcels without Address](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/new-amazon-feature-to-allow-you-to-send-parcels-without-and-address/): Amazon has introduced a new feature that enables us to send friends a gift, even if we don’t know their address.
- [Logistics UK : Prime Minister Comments on Supply Chain](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-response-to-prime-minister-comments-on-supply-chain/): Speaking in response to Boris Johnson’s comments that the supply chain issues currently being experienced in the UK are the fault of the haulage and logistics industry, David Wells, CEO of business group Logistics UK said: “To suggest that the current issues being experienced in the supply chain are the fault of the very industry which has kept the country supplied with everything it needs throughout the pandemic is, quite frankly wrong.
- [Charging Group Solve 'Last Stumbling Block' to EV Adoption](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/new-charging-group-to-solve-last-stumbling-block-to-fleet-ev-adoption/): A new kerbside charging group has been formed by the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) to solve what the industry organisation describes as the “last stumbling block” to fleet electric vehicle (EV) adoption.
- [Five Point Fleet Fuel Plan Launched by FleetCheck](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/five-point-fleet-fuel-plan-launched-by-fleetcheck/): A new five point fuel plan for fleets has been launched by FleetCheck as petrol and diesel shortages continue across the country.
- [Logistics UK Hosts at Conservative Party Conference](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/logistics-uk-hosts-skills-panel-at-conservative-party-conference-2021/): The government must increase its focus on job training for Level 2 to support the economy, according to Logistics UK, one of the UK’s biggest business groups.
- [Zenith Commercial Drives Growth with Senior Appointments](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/zenith-commercial-drives-growth-with-senior-appointments/): Zenith Commercial is supporting its growth plans with several senior appointments.
- [Interphone Deliver Commercial Residential Properties](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/interphone-and-amazon-to-deliver-to-commercial-residential-properties/): Interphone, the security systems and building technology integrator, has teamed up with Amazon Key for Business to enable easier, more efficient Amazon deliveries to multi-dwelling units (MDUs) in the UK.
- [Impressive Milestone for Isuzu Award Winning Grafter Range](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/another-impressive-milestone-for-isuzu-grafter-range/): The Isuzu Grafter 3.5 tonne rigid truck range has won the 2021 ‘Best Builders’ Truck’ award for a record breaking ninth year in succession.
- [Logistics UK Urges Government to Increase Transport Investment](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/logistics-uk-urges-government-to-increase-transport-investment/): Submitting a response to the government’s Comprehensive Spending Review regarding transport investment, Elizabeth de Jong, Policy Director at Logistics UK, comments: “Logistics UK is urging the government to recognise the vital role the logistics industry plays in supporting the UK as it recovers and rebuilds from the COVID-19 pandemic and transitions to a net zero emission economy; the 2021 Comprehensive Spending Review must include significant investment into the nation’s transport infrastructure.
- [Railway Manufacturer Partner with 3D Design Pioneers](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/railway-manufacturer-announces-partnership-with-3d-design-pioneers/): Dassault Systèmes has announced that PESA Bydgoszcz SA., a leading Polish railway manufacturer, has chosen the 3DEXPERIENCE platform from Dassault Systèmes to optimise the design process and significantly shorten time to market of new products.
- [First UK Logistics Operator to Adopt Zero-Emission Forklifts](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/first-uk-logistics-operator-to-adopt-zero-emission-forklifts/): A family-run logistics business continues to lead the way in promoting more sustainable fuel choices having become the first in the UK to adopt the next generation in environmentally responsible zero-emission truck-mounted forklifts.
- [Tructyre Joins Tyre Safety Campaign](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/tructyre-joins-tyre-safety-campaign/): In this year’s annual Tyre Safety Month, TyreSafe is asking Britain’s motorists What’s Stopping You?
- [UK’s First Live Micromobility Event : University of Warwick](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/uks-first-live-micromobility-event-is-at-the-university-of-warwick/): Micromobility refers to small lightweight efficient vehicles, which can be used to make short distance journeys.
- [Webfleet & Bridgestone Develop Integrated Tyre System](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/webfleet-solutions-and-bridgestone-develop-integrated-tyre-system/): Webfleet Solutions, Europe’s leading telematics solutions provider, is introducing WEBFLEET TPMS to the market.
- [Whistl Launches Driver Academy to Train Next Gen HGV Drivers](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/whistl-launches-driver-academy-to-train-next-generation-of-hgv-drivers/): Whistl, the UKs leading logistics specialists in e-fulfilment, contact centres, mail and parcels, has announced it has launched the Whistl Driver Academy to invest, train and develop the next generation of HGV drivers for its expanding business.
- [Logistics UK Calls on Government to Freeze Fuel Duty](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-calls-on-government-to-freeze-fuel-duty/): Business group Logistics UK is calling on government to freeze fuel duty forever to help the sector make the shift to alternatively fuelled vehicles on the road to Net Zero.
- [DPD’s Fleet Grows with Additional 250 Tiger Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/dpds-fleet-grows-with-an-additional-250-trailers-from-tiger-trailers/): Leading express parcel delivery specialist, DPD, is introducing 250 Tiger trailers to its UK logistics fleet during 2021, with the orders from the Cheshire manufacturer split into two product types, one of which has impressive green credentials.
- [Partnership Develop Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/strategic-partnership-to-develop-hydrogen-fuel-cell-electric-trucks/): The partnership of Ballard, a global leader in fuel cell technologies, and QUANTRON, a global leader in electric vehicle integration is expected to accelerate deployment and market adoption of these technologies.
- [Hermes UK Confirms 1,400 Jobs Commitment and Eco Initiatives](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/hermes-uk-confirms-1400-jobs-commitment-and-eco-initiatives/): Hermes UK, one of the UK’s leading consumer delivery companies, has confirmed that it will be recruiting for 1,400 full time roles at its new parcel distribution hub in Barnsley which is due to be completed as scheduled in September 2022.
- [Shellea Crosby from Tuffnells Talks About Being a Woman](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/shellea-crosby-from-tuffnells-talks-about-being-a-woman-in-a-male-dominated-business/): Byline: Shellea Crosby, Commercial Director The parcel and courier sector has a long history of being perceived as a masculine and male-dominated field, and this is still very much the case, but slowly times and attitudes are changing, and women are thriving not only in this industry but also in senior positions.
- [Woodland Group Launches Supply Chain Platform](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/woodland-group-launches-supply-chain-platform-to-uk-market/): Woodland Group is proud to launch its new digital platform, Woodland Online, delivering full supply chain management from online quoting and booking, to tracking, reporting, WMS and supplier integration, stock and PO management.
- [Logistics UK Announces Public Policy Manager Addition](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/logistics-uk-announces-public-policy-manager-addition/): Logistics UK has announced the appointment of Alexandra Herdman as a Public Policy Manager within its highly experienced policy team.
- [Hiab Skiploaders Keep Wheels Turning at Cartwrights](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/hiab-skiploaders-keep-wheels-turning-at-cartwrights-waste-disposal/): Long standing Hiab customer, Cartwrights Waste Disposal Ltd of Telford has recently added two Hiab Multilift Futura FTR12 skiploaders and a Multilift Ultima 24 to its fleet.
- [AFP Urges Fleets to Monitor Costs Closely for eLCVs](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/afp-urges-fleets-to-monitor-costs-closely-for-elcvs/): Fleets who are running electric light commercial vehicles (eLCVs) through their first winter of operation need to closely monitor running costs, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has advised.
- [Fleets Attitudes to Commercial Vehicle Branding Changes](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/fleets-attitudes-to-commercial-vehicle-branding-changes/): Mediafleet has reported that the massive growth in home shopping during the pandemic has highlighted a noticeable shift in fleet attitudes to commercial vehicle branding.
- [Logistics Professionals Invited to Net Zero Festival](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/transport-and-logistics-professionals-invited-to-net-zero-festival/): In this pivotal moment in the fight against climate change, decision-makers in Transport and Logistics sector are being called on to attend the forthcoming Net Zero Festival, an event which will give them the inspiration and cutting-edge advice they need to develop and advance their own net zero transition strategies.
- [QUANTRON Launches Its Own Electric 12-Metre Bus](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/quantron-launches-its-own-electric-12-metre-bus/): E-mobility specialist Quantron AG is launching its own QUANTRON vehicle, the electric QUANTRON 12 m low-floor bus, at the end of this year.
- [Changes to HGV Driver Testing Process a Positive Step Forward](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/changes-to-hgv-driver-testing-process-a-positive-step-forward/): The changes to the HGV driver testing process that have just been announced show that the government is now moving at pace towards a solution to the current driver shortage, according to Logistics UK, one of the UK’s leading business groups.
- [Whistl Recruitment for Devon Operations](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/whistl-makes-recruitment-announcement-for-devon-operations/): Whistl, the UKs leading logistics specialists in e-fulfilment, contact centres, mail and parcels, has announced that it is embarking on a recruitment campaign for its Devon based operations.
- [Logistics Sector Called on to Fight Climate Change](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/transport-and-logistics-sector-called-on-to-accelerate-fight-against-climate-change/): In this pivotal moment in the fight against climate change, decision-makers in Transport and Logistics sector are being called on to attend the forthcoming Net Zero Festival, an event which will give them the inspiration and cutting-edge advice they need to develop and advance their own net zero transition strategies.
- [IRTS Launched to Innovate Fuel Transportation](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/ingersoll-rand-transport-solutions-launched-to-innovate-fuel-transportation/): Air compressor and fluid power specialist Ingersoll Rand has launched Ingersoll Rand Transport Solutions (IRTS), focused on the development of vehicle-mounted transport solutions and fuel systems for the fuel transportation market.
- [Logistics UK Announces Shortlist for Van Awards](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/logistics-uk-announces-shortlist-for-its-2021-van-awards/): Thirteen of the UK’s finest van operators are celebrating after being announced as finalists in Logistics UK’s prestigious Van Awards 2021.
- [Reesink E-Vehicles Welcomes EV Expert to the Team](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/reesink-e-vehicles-welcomes-electric-vehicle-expert-to-the-team/): Dave French has been recently appointed sales manager at Reesink e-Vehicles, the latest division at Reesink UK.
- [Schoeller Allibert Launches Sustainable Pallet Box](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/schoeller-allibert-launches-sustainable-pallet-box/): Schoeller Allibert, a market leader in sustainable returnable logistics packaging, is set to launch a new eco-friendly pallet box solution made from recycled fishing nets.
- [Your Comprehensive Guide to Pollution Charges](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/your-comprehensive-guide-to-pollution-charges/): More and more places across the UK look set to follow London’s lead and introduce charges for motorists in a bid to reduce pollution.
- [Funding for HGV Driver Facilities a Positive Step Forward](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/additional-funding-for-hgv-driver-facilities-a-positive-step-forward/): The government’s announcement of an additional £20 million funding to boost HGV driver facilities is a positive step forward for industry, according to Logistics UK.
- [Tructyre Appoints New Operations Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/tructyre-appoints-new-operations-director/): Commercial tyre management specialist, Tructyre, has appointed Iain Hayes as Operations Director.
- [Tech Route to Managing Risk: Prevention Is Better Than Cure](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/the-tech-route-to-managing-risk-because-prevention-is-better-than-cure/): Regional Director for Webfleet Solutions UKI, Beverley Wise, examines the emergence of machine vision and artificial intelligence-powered camera tech in fleet risk prevention Telematics insights, along with developments in integrated camera systems, have long been used by transport managers to help manage and improve road safety.
- [W.H. Bowker Acquires Greater Manchester-Based Companies](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/w-h-bowker-acquires-greater-manchester-based-companies/): W.H. Bowker Limited is pleased to announce that it has acquired Greater Manchester logistics business James Nuttall (Transport) Limited and its commercial MOT testing centre, Queensway Commercials Limited, in a move that further strengthens Bowker’s logistics business.
- [BJS Haulage Shows Support for Ukraine with New Truck](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bjs-haulage-shows-support-for-ukraine-with-new-truck/): Midlands based logistics company BJS Haulage are showing their support for Ukraine and highlighting the hopelessness of war with a thought-provoking truck.
- [UK’s First Mobile Pallet Stability Test Lab Celebrates Success](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/uks-first-mobile-pallet-stability-test-lab-celebrates-successful-year/): Lindum Packaging is celebrating the anniversary of the launch of the UK’s first Mobile Pallet Stability Test Lab.
- [Railway Women Pay Above National Average](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/railway-sectors-gender-pay-gap-above-national-average/): Some 94.5% of companies in the railway industry pay their male employees more than their female staff, an analysis reveals, creating a pay gap.
- [Crops that Could Help Power Tomorrow’s Vehicles Today](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/crops-that-could-help-power-tomorrows-vehicles-today/): There are numerous popular crops which are currently being turned into biofuels to help power more and more of our vehicles in the future - but how many do you know?
- [Road Freight Prices Continue to Grow for the 14th Month](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/road-freight-prices-continue-to-grow-for-the-14th-month/): New industry index data reveals March’s average freight prices were up 12% year-on-year.
- [Book Place at Logistics UK’s Van Compliance Events](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/last-chance-to-book-your-place-at-logistics-uks-free-van-compliance-events/): With just three weeks to go until Logistics UK’s free-to-attend Vans Today events, the business group is urging all those who are keen to keep up to date with the latest insights into compliance, driver wellbeing, and vehicle development to book their places now to avoid disappointment.
- [Experts Warn of Speed Limiters Implications for UK Drivers](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/experts-warn-of-speed-limiters-implications-for-uk-drivers/): A provisional agreement has been reached to make speed limiters mandatory for all new cars sold in Europe from July 2022.
- [Amazon Adds First Electric Trucks to Its European Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/amazon-adds-first-electric-trucks-to-its-european-fleet/): In a move to add electric trucks to its fleet, Amazon has launched five DAF CF Electric HGVs on Britain's roads for the first time in Europe.
- [Globalisation Could Be Going Into Reverse](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/globalisation-could-be-going-into-reverse-according-tot-logistics-uk/): Logistics and global trade networks could be moving to a new economic order, according to Alan McKinnon, Professor of Logistics at Kuehne Logistics University.
- [Brexit Border Checks Will Not Resolve Trade Issues](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/further-delays-to-brexit-border-checks-will-not-resolve-trade-issues/): Any additional delays to the introduction of post-Brexit border checks on imports will simply postpone the inevitable, and send mixed signals to businesses that have been urged for months to get ready for the additional formalities involved with moving goods across the UK’s borders, according to business group Logistics UK.
- [Evri Trial Reduces Final Mile Carbon Emissions by 89%](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/evri-trial-reduces-final-mile-carbon-emissions-by-89/): Evri (formerly Hermes UK) is continuing to explore alternative modes of transport to reduce carbon emissions.
- [EV Charging Infrastructure Strategy : Step to Net Zero](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/governments-ev-charging-infrastructure-strategy-a-vital-step-for-net-zero/): The government’s EV Charging Infrastructure Strategy will help to make transitioning to zero emission fleets a reality for logistics businesses.
- [Vehicle Data 'Successor Product' to Telematics](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/connected-vehicle-data-will-soon-become-successor-product-to-telematics/): Connected vehicle technology will become the 'successor product' to telematics for fleets over the next few years as the data it provides becomes more widely available in commercially viable formats, epyx is predicting.
- [Bridgestone Mobility Solutions Joins STARTUP AUTOBAHN](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/bridgestone-mobility-solutions-joins-innovation-platform-startup-autobahn/): Bridgestone Mobility Solutions, Bridgestone EMIA’s business unit focused on developing and launching data-driven fleet, tyre and mobility solutions, has partnered with STARTUP AUTOBAHN, the mobility-focused innovation network moderated by Silicon Valley global open innovation platform, Plug and Play Tech Center.
- [DHL Express Rolls out Its 270 Electric Vans Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/dhl-express-rolls-out-its-270-electric-vans-fleet/): As part of its last-mile fleet, DHL Express is rolling out 270 new electric vans.
- [EV Cargo Expands European Presence with Acquisition](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/ev-cargo-expands-european-presence-with-acquisition/): EV Cargo, the UK-based freight forwarder and logistics group, is planning a significant European expansion with the acquisition of Dutch forwarder Fast Forward Freight.
- [Whistl Moves to Silver in Global Supplier CSR Rating](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/whistl-moves-to-silver-in-global-supplier-csr-rating/): Whistl the UK’s leading logistics specialists in e-fulfilment, mail and parcels has moved to a silver ranking from the international Ecovadis platform which evaluates companies on their environmental performance and corporate social responsibility.
- [Fuel Duty to Relieve Pressure on UK’s Burdened Logistics Sector](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fuel-duty-to-relieve-pressure-on-uks-burdened-logistics-sector/): The government’s decision to cut fuel duty in its Spring Statement will help logistics businesses to afford to keep supplying the nation with the goods it needs in the face of increasing fuel prices and other inflationary pressures, as Elizabeth de Jong, Director of Policy at Logistics UK, comments: “With average fuel prices reaching the highest level on record and rising inflation, there has been an unstainable burden on logistics businesses which operate on very narrow margins of around 1%; the Chancellor’s decision today will help to ensure operators can continue to afford supplying the nation with all the goods it needs, including food, medicine and other essential items.
- [Broker Puts Faith in Hauliers Accessing Premium Service](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/broker-puts-faith-in-hauliers-wishing-to-access-premium-service/): Leeds-based insurance broker, McCarron Coates, has appointed a new business development executive who is “hooked on trucks”, to further bolster its growth as an intuitive broker for hauliers and freight forwarders.
- [Logistics UK Service to Guide Businesses Towards Net Zero](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/logistics-uk-launches-new-service-to-guide-businesses-towards-net-zero/): Logistics UK’s Supply Chain Consultancy (SCC) is launching a dedicated service to help businesses with vehicle fleets decarbonise their operations effectively and swiftly, while maintaining operational efficiency and profitability.
- [EV's Could Be More Financially Accessible Than You Think](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/driving-an-electric-car-could-be-more-financially-accessible-than-you-think/): An electric car leasing company has witnessed a 371 per cent increase in driving demand for hybrid vehicles since the turn of the year amid global uncertainty and rising fuel prices.
- [UK Businesses Urged to Take Share of £1M Export Funding](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uk-businesses-urged-to-take-share-of-1m-export-funding-boost/): The Institute of Export & International Trade (IOE&IT) has announced that it has made over £1 million in funding available to help British businesses to export.
- [Robots Improve Shipment Scheduling & Tracking](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/robots-improve-shipment-scheduling-tracking/): T-Impact software robots improve scheduling accuracy and automatically provide updated delivery schedules to your customers.
- [5 Point Plan as Fuel Prices Reach Record Levels](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/five-point-fuel-plan-as-petrol-and-diesel-prices-reach-record-levels/): A five point plan to control spending on fuel has been issued by FleetCheck as prices reach record levels in the wake of the Ukraine invasion.
- [Keep Van Operations Compliant with Logistics UK’s Briefing](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/keep-van-operations-compliant-with-logistics-uks-briefing/): The rules for van operations in an EU member state are changing in May 2022 and operators working internationally must be prepared to avoid costly consequences.
- [Eight Things that Could Null Your Car Insurance](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/eight-things-that-could-null-your-car-insurance/): Motorists are being warned of the risk of invalidating their car insurance and being asked to check their policies by experts.
- [GateHouse Maritime Releases OceanIO for Seaborne Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/gatehouse-maritime-releases-oceanio-for-seaborne-logistics/): GateHouse Maritime, a leading provider of ocean supply chain visibility and predictability services has announced the introduction of its new data platform, OceanIO.
- [Industry Welcomes Government Van Grant Funding](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/industry-welcomes-government-van-grant-funding-announcement/): In response to the government’s announcement on the extension of the plug-in van grant and Category B licence derogation, and upcoming changes to the plug-in van (PiVG) and truck grant (PiTG) weight thresholds, Denise Beedell, Public Policy Manager at Logistics UK, comments: “Given the current pressures on public finances, Logistics UK is pleased to see the government has heeded our calls to provide support to help the van sector meet net zero targets, and that the level of funding within this announcement demonstrates a clear recognition of the importance of this essential sector.” The government’s announcement includes a decision to continue the Category B licence derogation for alternatively fuelled vehicles, which allows vans of this type with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GWV) of up to 4.25 tonnes to be driven on a standard car driving licence, compared to a 3.5 tonne limit for diesel vans, recognising the additional weight of the batteries.
- [Hermes UK Will Be Operating Under the Evri Brand](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/hermes-uk-will-be-operating-under-the-evri-brand/): Hermes UK, the leading consumer delivery firm, has announced that it is to rebrand as ‘Evri’ with a new logo and brand identity that will be rolled out across all its locations, vehicles and ParcelShops.
- [Broker Has Strong Liability Message For Diesel Spillers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/broker-has-strong-liability-message-for-diesel-spillers/): Fleet transport insurance specialist, McCarron Coates, is urging HGV and other commercial vehicle drivers to act now on diesel spillers, to avoid themselves – and others - paying the price.
- [HGV Driver Essentials: Must Have Items For The Road](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/hgv-driver-essentials-must-have-items-for-the-road/): From first aid kits to food and drink there are many essentials you need to make a long drive more comfortable, and for a driver spending their working hours on the road it’s hugely important to be prepared.
- [Novadata’s Driver CPC Course Supports National Highways Campaign](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/novadatas-driver-cpc-course-supports-national-highways-campaign/): Novadata’s newly launched Driver CPC course, Actions After an Accident or Breakdown, has been specially devised to promote increased safety for drivers, passengers and other road users following a breakdown or accident on the nation’s roads.
- [Clipper Logistics Agrees to GXO Takeover](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/clipper-logistics-agrees-to-gxo-takeover/): Clipper Logistics has announced it would be pursuing the acquisition offer received by GXO, after both firms agreed the terms of a deal worth £965 million.
- [Decarbonisation Collaboration of Scottish Transport](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/electricity-networks-collaborate-to-support-decarbonisation-of-scottish-transport/): Fleet operators will be supported in their transition to net zero and decarbonisation by new guidance that has just been published.
- [Tuffnells Signs First Candidate to New Apprenticeship Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/tuffnells-signs-first-candidate-to-new-apprenticeship-scheme/): National IDW carrier, Tuffnells, has signed the first ever candidate to the Department for Education’s brand-new year-long Express Logistics Sortation Apprenticeship scheme.
- [Rail Ombudsman : Resource Pack Empower Young Rail Users](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/rail-ombudsman-releases-resource-pack-to-empower-young-rail-users/): The Rail Ombudsman is launching ‘The Young Person’s Train Guide’; a rail byelaw campaign aimed at young people by engaging with Rail Operators and other stakeholders in the industry.
- [Descartes Sponsors True Heroes Racing For 2022 Season](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/descartes-sponsors-true-heroes-racing-for-2022-season/): Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, has announced its continued sponsorship of True Heroes Racing for the 2022 season.
- [Successful First Year for Whistl’s Posthub](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/successful-first-year-for-whistls-posthub/): Whistl, the UKs leading logistics specialists in e-fulfilment, mail and parcels, has announced that its new brand, Posthub, has had a successful first year since its launch.
- [The Tech Route to Driver Recruitment and Retention](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/the-tech-route-to-driver-recruitment-and-retention/): As the transport industry continues its efforts to improve the recruitment and retention of skilled workers, operators can ill-afford to ignore the role of technology in making drivers’ lives simpler, safer and less stressful.
- [The Distribution & Logistics’ Job Roles That Need to Be Filled](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/the-distribution-and-logistics-job-roles-that-need-to-be-filled-this-year/): Logistics and distribution roles have never been more in demand.
- [National Express Largest Single EV Bus Transaction](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/national-express-to-receive-the-uks-largest-single-ev-bus-transaction/): National Express has partnered up with Zenobē, EV fleet and battery storage specialist, for the UK’s largest ever single electric vehicle (EV) bus fleet transaction that includes 130 electric double decker buses.
- [New Online Global Customs Academy Is Launched](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/new-online-global-customs-academy-is-launched/): The Institute of Export & International Trade (IOE&IT) and KGH, providing Maersk Customs Service in Europe, are proud to present the launch of Customs Academy – a new global e-learning platform for customs, logistics and international trade compliance.
- [Bridgestone Keeps Commercial Fleets on the Road](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/bridgestone-keeps-commercial-fleets-on-the-road-with-e-book-excellence/): Bridgestone is inflating commercial fleet operators’ tyre knowledge with a series of free, downloadable e-book with for the entire industry to benefit from.
- [Zenobe Secures £241M to Accelerate EV Fleet Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/zenobe-secures-241-million-to-accelerate-ev-fleet-sector-expansion/): Zenobe Energy, the leading EV fleet and battery storage specialist, has established a multi-source debt structure of £241 million to radically accelerate the expansion of the EV fleet sector.
- [R&D for the Haulage Industry to Support Businesses](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/research-and-development-for-the-haulage-industry-to-support-businesses/): The HMRC Research and Development Tax Scheme was created to encourage business innovation and stimulate the economy, through supporting firms to bring new products and services to market.
- [Achilles to Manage FirstGroup Supply Chain Risk](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/achilles-to-manage-firstgroup-supply-chain-risk-across-its-portfolio/): Achilles has been appointed by FirstGroup, a leading private sector provider of public transport, and the largest rail operator in the UK, to deliver a comprehensive solution enhancing existing supply chain risk and supplier management processes.
- [HGV Drivers Including Women Enter Workforce](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/hgv-drivers-set-to-enter-workforce-with-driver-academy-group-training/): More than 700 individuals are now on their way to starting a new career in HGV driving, thanks to training coordinated by the Driver Academy Group, a consortium comprising of Logistics UK, Manpower and HGVC as part of the Department for Education’s initiative to deliver funded Skills Bootcamps across England to help overcome the nation’s driver shortage.
- [Robotics Company Launches Pilot Project SOTO Robot](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/robotics-company-launches-pilot-warehouse-project-with-soto-robot/): Germany-based robotics company Magazino wins technology group ZF as a customer for a pilot project with the SOTO robot.
- [GateHouse Maritime and Satlock Extend Partnership](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/gatehouse-maritime-and-satlock-extend-partnership-to-revolutionise-ocean-visibility/): Following the launch of its partnership in 2021, GateHouse Maritime, a leading provider of ocean supply chain visibility and predictability services and Satlock, specialists in the global control, administration and risk management of the physical distribution of merchandise, have announced an extension to their partnership to meet the growing demand for reliable ocean visibility and shipping container tracking technology.
- [Home EV Charging Spend to Exceed $16 Billion Globally](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/home-ev-charging-spend-to-exceed-16-billion-globally-by-2026/): A new study from Juniper Research has found that spend on EV charging at home will exceed $16 billion globally in 2026; up from $3.4 billion in 2021.
- [Whistl to Offer Yodel 2-Hour Delivery Option for Small Items](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/whistl-to-offer-yodel-2-hour-delivery-option-for-small-items/): Following a successful trial, Whistl, the UK’s leading logistics specialists in e-fulfilment, mail and parcels, has announced that it will offer its Whistl Parcels and Parcelhub customers the Yodel Xpect Mini and Medium 2-hour delivery window services.
- [Funding to Roll out Zero Emission Delivery Service](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/shipping-platform-secures-funding-to-roll-out-zero-emission-delivery-service/): Liefergrün, the sustainable last mile shipping platform, has closed a €3 million seed round led by Speedinvest.
- [Aberdeen : UK’s First Hydrogen Fuel Cell Waste Truck](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/aberdeen-city-council-adds-uks-first-hydrogen-fuel-cell-waste-truck-to-its-fleet/): The UK’s first hydrogen-fuelled waste collection truck was revealed in Aberdeen, in a move that continues to accelerate the city’s thriving hydrogen economy.
- [Leading Supply Chain Expert on Post Pandemic Resilience](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/leading-supply-chain-expert-to-present-on-post-pandemic-resilience/): James Wroath, the CEO of Wincanton, the leading supply chain business which employs over 20,000 people, has been confirmed as a speaker at Logistics UK’s first Supply Chain Resilience conference, taking place on 30 March 2022 at the America Square Conference Centre in London.
- [Logistics Company Fowler Welch Moves Into New Facility](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/logistics-company-fowler-welch-moves-into-new-facility/): Temperature-controlled logistics company Fowler Welch has signed a pre-lease agreement with Panattoni, the largest industrial real estate developer in Europe, at Panattoni Park Aylesford in Kent.
- [Webfleet : How to Solve Transport’s Productivity Puzzle](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/webfleet-solutions-on-how-to-solve-transports-productivity-puzzle/): The UK’s “productivity puzzle” continues with the country’s economic output lagging behind its competitors.
- [Logistics UK Launches Affiliate Membership for VBRA Members](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-launches-affiliate-membership-for-vbra-members/): One of the UK’s biggest business groups, Logistics UK, has announced it will be offering members of the Vehicle Body Repair Association (VBRA) affiliate membership, which will give these businesses access to a variety of Logistics UK’s services.
- [Fleets of the Future at the Industry’s Flagship Trade Event](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/fleets-of-the-future-at-the-industrys-flagship-trade-event/): After a three year wait, the bus and coach industry is eagerly anticipating the return of its principal trade event, Euro Bus Expo, taking place at the NEC Birmingham on 1-3 November.
- [Whistl Launches Apprenticeship Fund for Small Businesses](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/whistl-launches-apprenticeship-fund-for-small-logistics-businesses/): Whistl the UK’s leading logistics specialists in e-fulfilment, mail and parcels has launched the Whistl Apprenticeship Fund.
- [UK Border Keep Trade Moving, Logistics UK Warns](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/prioritise-the-uk-border-to-keep-trade-moving-logistics-uk-warns/): The publication of Public Accounts Committee report“EU Exit: UK Border Post transition” shows that government needs to place an urgent focus on arrangements at the nation’s border if trade and passenger traffic is not to grind to a halt from this summer onwards.
- [Bridgestone Collaboration to Provide Premium Tyres for EVs](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/bridgestone-collaboration-to-provide-premium-tyres-for-evs/): Bridgestone, a global leader in tyres and rubber that provides solutions for safe and sustainable mobility, and its subsidiary Webfleet Solutions, Europe’s leading telematics solution provider, have reached an agreement with Scoobic Urban Mobility, a company that designs and manufactures 100% electric last-mile and urban delivery fleet vehicles, to provide premium tyres, maintenance and telematics for its electric vehicles, and boost sustainable last-mile mobility.
- [Collaboration Strengthens Support for Bus and Rail Users](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/collaboration-strengthens-support-for-bus-and-rail-users/): The charity Bus Users UK and The Rail Ombudsman are joining forces to improve services for public transport users and to raise awareness of Alternative Dispute Resolution, helping passengers and operators to settle complaints.
- [Association of Fleet Professionals Announces Its First Conference](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/association-of-fleet-professionals-announces-its-first-conference/): The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has announced its first-ever annual conference, to take place at The British Motor Museum, Gaydon, on May 18th.
- [Flexport Announces Funding to Help the Global Supply Chain](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/flexport-announces-funding-to-help-the-global-supply-chain/): Flexport, the platform for global logistics, has announced a $935 million Series E investment round funding led by Andreessen Horowitz and MSD Partners with a strategic investment from Shopify, as well as participation from existing partners DST Global, Founders Fund, SoftBank Vision Fund 1, and other investors including Kevin Kwok.
- [Van Excellence Recognises St John Ambulance](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/logistics-uk-van-excellence-recognises-st-john-ambulance/): Logistics UK, one of the UK’s biggest business groups, has announced that St John Ambulance, the national health and first aid charity with around 580 vehicles in its fleet, has been awarded its prestigious Van Excellence certification.
- [Former Tesco Global Head of Logistics Joins Zeus Labs](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/former-tesco-global-head-of-logistics-joins-zeus-labs-2/): Zeus Labs, the Tech software startup that is revolutionising the road freight industry, has made their most significant appointment to date, with Alistair Lindsay taking the role as Chief Operating Officer.
- [Hermes UK Decides to Invest in Its International Business](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/hermes-uk-decides-to-invest-in-its-international-business/): Hermes UK, the UK’s biggest dedicated parcel company, has announced an £11 million investment in its international business to continue to support the booming global e-commerce market.
- [Bridgestone Announces Inauguration of New Wet Handling Track](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bridgestone-announces-inauguration-of-new-wet-handling-track/): Bridgestone, a global leader in tyres and rubber providing solutions for safe and sustainable mobility, has launched a new Wet Handling Track at its European Proving Ground (EUPG) based near Rome, Italy, investing approximately €3M in the project.
- [Government Calls HGV Drivers with Funded Upskill Courses](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/government-calls-all-hgv-drivers-with-funded-upskill-courses-available/): Are you an experienced HGV driver who wants to upskill, increase your earning potential, or rebuild your confidence to get back behind the wheel?
- [Zenith Raises the UK Vehicle Leasing Sector](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/zenith-raises-the-uk-vehicle-leasing-sectors-largest-green-bond/): The Zenith Group has announced that Zenith Finco Plc, its wholly-owned subsidiary, has closed its inaugural offering of £475,000,000 green senior secured fixed rate notes due 2027.
- [Ten Essential Items in Case of a Winter Car Emergency](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/ten-essential-items-in-case-of-a-winter-car-emergency/): Motorists are being advised on ten of the most essential items to keep in the car in case of an emergency this winter.
- [Panattoni Park Aylesford for New DHL Depot](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/steels-emerging-at-panattoni-park-aylesford-for-new-dhl-depot/): Work is under way on the delivery of the DHL new logistics depot at Panattoni Park Aylesford in Kent.
- [Delamode International Confirms European Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/delamode-international-logistics-confirms-european-expansion/): Delamode International Logistics Limited is delighted to announce the 10-year lease for a new, purpose built 180,000 sq.
- [Blueleaf Efficiency of Deliveries to Care Homes](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/blueleaf-improves-efficiency-of-deliveries-to-care-homes-with-descartes/): Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, has announced that Blueleaf, a leading provider to the care home industry, is using its route planner and mobile electronic proof-of-delivery (ePOD), and Descartes’ driver vehicle safety check solutions to improve delivery accuracy, efficiency and driver safety, whilst reducing the environmental impact of its fleet operations across the U.K.
- [What to Look Out for When Buying a Home EV Wall Charger](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/what-to-look-out-for-when-buying-a-home-ev-wall-charger/): With the motor purchasing decisions due to change in 2022, the car leasing experts at LeaseElectricCar.co.uk are providing a rundown of what to look out for when purchasing a home EV wall charger.
- [ICE Residual Value Fears Helping to Drive Fleet EV Adoption](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/ice-residual-value-fears-helping-to-drive-fleet-ev-adoption/): Fears over the future residual values (RVs) of internal combustion engine (ICE) cars and vans are increasingly helping to drive fleet adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), FleetCheck is reporting.
- [Logistics UK : Announcement by Mayor of London](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/logistics-uk-comments-on-announcement-made-by-mayor-of-london/): Regarding the announcement made by the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, Logistics UK's Head of Policy - South, Natalie Chapman, comments: “Logistics UK fully supports the Mayor of London's environmental aims and the need to take action on air quality.
- [No-Code Platform Delivers Easy Integration to IIoT](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/no-code-platform-delivers-easy-integration-to-new-iiot-technologies/): StayLinked has launched Evolve, its robust and highly-secure integration no-code platform for UK warehouse and logistics providers.
- [Ford Conducts Autonomous Vehicle Research with DP World](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/ford-conducts-autonomous-vehicle-research-with-dp-world/): Ford Motor Company and DP World London Gateway have conducted a trial with a simulated autonomous vehicle to demonstrate how useful such future technology could be to those managing and employed on large worksites.
- [Hitachi and Alstom to Build and Maintain HS2 Trains](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/hitachi-and-alstom-to-build-and-maintain-hs2-trains/): Alstom and Hitachi Rail have confirmed that the Hitachi-Alstom High Speed (HAH-S) 50/50 joint venture has signed contracts with High Speed Two (HS2) to design, build, and maintain the next generation of very high speed trains for HS2 Phase 1 as part of the £1.97 billion contract, including an initial 12-year train maintenance contract.
- [7bridges Raises Funding for Supply Chain Platform](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-startup-7bridges-raises-funding-for-supply-chain-platform/): London-based smart logistics startup 7bridges has raised £12.5 million in a funding round led by venture capital fund Eight Roads.
- [Volkswagen Sign Contract Extension with Unipart Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/volkswagen-uk-signs-contract-extension-with-unipart-logistics/): The Volkswagen Group has signed a two-year contract extension with Unipart Logistics to support their UK and Ireland aftermarket supply chain.
- [Freight Forwarding Association Ask Gov to Investigate](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/freight-forwarding-association-is-asking-the-government-to-investigate/): A letter was sent to the UK government by the British International Freight Association (BIFA), asking it to investigate the state of competition within the current container shipping market, the latest in a wave of liner complaints sent to governments around the world during a period of record earnings for carriers and the poorest schedule reliability in the history of containerisation.
- [Volta Trucks, The Crown Estate and Clipper Logistics Partner](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/volta-trucks-the-crown-estate-and-clipper-logistics-partner-to-decarbonise-central-london/): Volta Trucks, the leading and disruptive full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has partnered with The Crown Estate, one of the West End’s largest property owners, and Clipper Logistics, its distribution provider, to decarbonise and consolidate deliveries for London’s world-famous Regent Street retailers, improving air quality and congestion in the city centre.
- [Tiger Trailers Appoints New MD to Support Growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/tiger-trailers-appoints-new-managing-director-to-support-growth/): Tiger Trailers has announced the promotion of Ed Booth from Finance Director to Managing Director of the Tiger Trailers group of businesses, with immediate effect from January 13th 2022.
- [Call for Fleet Data to Build Electric Vehicle Charging Map](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/call-for-fleet-data-to-build-electric-vehicle-charging-map/): A call for fleet data is being issued by the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) to fleet professionals as it continues a project to construct a national map showing street-by-street demand for electric vehicle kerbside charging.
- [UK Road Freight Prices Surge to Highest in 3 Years](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/uk-road-freight-prices-surge-to-highest-in-3-years/): Industry index reveals a perfect storm of inflation and Brexit sent December road freight prices soaring.
- [EU Rules Place Demands on Small LCV Fleets](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/new-eu-compliance-rules-will-place-key-demands-on-fleets-operating-smaller-lcvs/): New regulations that bring smaller light commercial vehicles (LCVs) travelling to the EU under the requirement to have an International Operator’s Licence will place key demands on fleets in the future, says FleetCheck.
- [DHL Is the First to Secure a Pre-Let at Panattoni Park Aylesford](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/dhl-is-the-first-to-secure-a-pre-let-at-panattoni-park-aylesford/): Panattoni, the largest industrial real estate developer in Europe, has signed the first pre-lease agreement at its 1.9 million Panattoni Park Aylesford development in Kent, with DHL, the global logistics company.
- [PCN Increase a Fine on London Businesses](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/pcn-increase-a-fine-on-london-businesses-says-logistics-uk/): In response to news that charge levels for Penalty Charge Notices (PCN) issued on London’s red routes – a network of major roads that make up 5% of the capital’s streets, but carry up to 30% of the city's traffic – will increase from 17 January 2022, Natalie Chapman, Head of Policy – South at Logistics UK comments: “Logistics businesses need road and kerbside access to deliver the essential items businesses and consumers in the capital need; Transport for London (TfL) has failed to identify in its research whether some businesses are receiving repeat fines due to the lack of safe and legal spots to load and unload deliveries that their livelihoods depend on.
- [AFP Fleet Academy Launched with 2022 Training Programme](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/afp-fleet-academy-launched-with-2022-training-programme/): The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has unveiled the new AFP Fleet Academy with an extensive programme of training for 2022.
- [EV Cargo Sale Following a Surge in Investor Demand](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/ev-cargo-looking-to-sale-following-a-surge-in-investor-demand/): According to sources, Hong Kong-based private equity firm EmergeVest is working with a financial advisor to look at the possibility of selling its UK subsidiary EV Cargo, amid a surge in investor demand in the logistics sector.
- [Whistl Appoints New Executive Chairman and CEO](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/whistl-appoints-new-executive-chairman-and-ceo/): Whistl, the UK’s leading logistics specialists in e-fulfilment, mail and parcels, has restructured and strengthened its senior leadership team with new executive chairman and CEO to reflect the significant growth of the overall business in recent years and its diversification into ecommerce fulfilment.
- [Movianto’s Covid-19 Work Shortlisted for Top Award](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/moviantos-lifesaving-covid-19-vaccine-work-shortlisted-for-top-award/): The specialist healthcare logistics firm at the centre of the UK’s incredible Covid-19 vaccine rollout is in with a great shot of winning a prestigious award for its lifesaving and ground-breaking work during the pandemic.
- [Bridgestone and Hexagon Leasing Become Partners](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bridgestone-and-hexagon-leasing-become-partners/): Bridgestone and Hexagon Leasing, one of the UK’s largest and most prestigious commercial vehicle contract hire and rental companies, have officially become partners.
- [Coventry College and RTL to Deliver Electric Vehicle Courses](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/coventry-college-and-rtl-to-deliver-electric-vehicle-courses/): REVAMP Training Limited (RTL), a major UK-based alternative fuels training provider, has partnered up with Coventry College to bring sector leading courses to the region for the first time.
- [Schmitz Cargobull Doubles UK Production](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/schmitz-cargobull-doubles-uk-production/): To tackle increasing demand, Schmitz Cargobull has decided to double production at its UK manufacturing plant.
- [Industry Leader Loop Energy Expands to the UK](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/loop-energy-expands-into-the-uk/): Loop Energy, the industry-leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of hydrogen fuel cell, has announced a UK expansion, as demand for hydrogen-fuelled commercial vehicles grows.
- [Transport Minister Will Speak at Euro Bus Expo 2022](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/transport-minister-will-speak-at-euro-bus-expo-2022/): The Transport Minister has been confirmed as a headline speaker for the opening keynote of the Masterclass Theatre on the second day of this year’s Euro Bus Expo, which is taking place at the NEC, Birmingham on 1-3 November.
- [Tuffnells Partners with Go Green to Cut Waste](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/tuffnells-partners-with-go-green-to-cut-waste/): Tuffnells, the go-to courier for large, bulky shipments within the UK and abroad, has just ended the first month of its new partnership with Go Green.
- [Tesco Purchases First Renault Refrigerated Truck](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/tesco-purchases-first-renault-refrigerated-truck/): Tesco has just purchased its first Renault E-Tech D refrigerated trailer, which will be making deliveries from Tesco’s Dagenham distribution centre to more than 400 stores in Greater London.
- [Whistl Kickstarts Its Careers Programme](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/whistl-kickstarts-its-careers-programme/): The UK's leading logistics specialist Whistl has just launched its Whistl Stop Tours Careers programme to help pupils kickstart their thinking into future careers.
- [Envisage Brings Sustainable Design to Switch Bus](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/envisage-brings-sustainable-design-to-switch-bus/): Switch Mobility has chosen Envisage Technologies for its electric bus, a 4th generation Switch e1 bus.
- [Bis Henderson Space Becomes Crown Commercial Supplier](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/bis-henderson-space-becomes-crown-commercial-service-supplier/): Warehouse space strategist, Bis Henderson Space, has taken yet another step into the right direction by being named a supplier on the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Storage, Distribution, Kitting and Associated Services (RM6282) Framework Agreement.
- [Network Rail Solar Agreement with EDF Renewables](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-signs-solar-panel-agreement-with-edf-renewables/): Network Rail has just announced that is has signed an agreement with EDF Renewables UK to use solar power in its transition journey to a greener railway network.
- [ABE Ledbury Celebrates Its Staff Development Programme](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/abe-ledbury-celebrates-its-staff-development-programme/): As part of a staff development programme, ABE Ledbury, a nationwide distributor of palletised freight, is now celebrating a number of promotions and qualifications that are all due to the success of the scheme.
- [London Medway Reports Increase in Trade](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/london-medway-reports-increase-in-trade/): Amid ongoing delays in the Port of Dover, London Medway has reported an increase in trade for the freight services between the UK and France.
- [Castell Howell Cuts Fuel Usage with New Purchase](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/castell-howell-cuts-fuel-usage-with-new-purchase/): Castell Howell, one of the UK's leading independent food wholesalers, has announced the purchase of new vehicles that will allow the company to tackle rising fuel prices by cutting fuel usage, while also reducing its emissions.
- [Archbold Logistics Announces Record Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/archbold-logistics-announces-record-year/): Archbold Logistics, the Greater Manchester-based logistics and distribution specialist, has announced a record year, after it saw its pre-tax profit quadruple in 2021.
- [Electra Partners with Solomon for Hydrogen Truck](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/electra-partners-with-solomon-for-hydrogen-truck/): Solomon Commercials, the temperature-controlled rigids manufacturer, has partnered up with Electra Commercial Vehicles for the deliver of a 19-tonne hydrogen-powered truck, Electra eCargo.
- [Clipper and Segura Partner for Sustainable Supply Chain](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/clipper-logistics-partners-with-segura-for-sustainable-supply-chain/): The UK's leading retail supply chain business, Clipper Logistics, has partnered up with Segura, a supply chain transparency specialist, to ensure sustainable and ethical operations throughout its supply chain, as part of Clipper’s broader sustainability goal to be carbon net zero by 2035.
- [Parcelhub Makes Investment in Electric Vans](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/parcelhub-makes-investment-in-electric-vans/): Parcelhub, the UK's leading multi-carrier management solution that was acquired by Whistl, has announced an investment in electric vans.
- [Decathlon Partners with Zeus Labs to Handle UK Freight](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/decathlon-partners-with-zeus-labs-to-handle-uk-freight/): The world's largest sports retailer Decathlon has partnered up with Zeus Labs, the UK-based logtech start up, to handle its UK freight.
- [DVSA Trials Game Changing Tachograph Technology](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/dvsa-trials-game-changing-tachograph-technology/): The DVSA is trialling a new tachograph sensing technology capable of identifying if an HGV driver is flouting tacho laws without the vehicle being stopped, in an attempt to prevent dangerously tired drivers from getting behind the wheel.
- [DHL Shares Results of Sustainable Delivery Trial](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/dhl-shares-results-of-sustainable-delivery-trial/): In an attempt to explore ways to reduce traffic and improve air quality, DHL Supply Chain has conducted a sustainable delivery trial at London’s historic Billingsgate Market.
- [FleetCheck Accredited for DVSA's Earned Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fleetcheck-technician-service-accredited-for-dvsas-earned-recognition-scheme/): A new FleetCheck service designed to make preventative maintenance inspections (PMIs) faster and easier has been accredited for the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency’s (DVSA) Earned Recognition scheme.
- [Record-Breaking Year for Logistics UK's Logistics Awards](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/record-breaking-year-for-logistics-uks-logistics-awards-2022/): Industry’s blue riband event, Logistics UK’s Logistics Awards 2022, has received the highest number of entrants since the event was launched in 2017.
- [Bridgestone & Webfleet Showcase Tyre and Mobility Solution](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bridgestone-and-webfleet-to-showcase-tyre-and-mobility-solution/): Bridgestone and its globally trusted fleet management solution, Webfleet, will be at IAA Transportation 2022 to showcase its diverse portfolio of premium tyres, tyre-centric technologies and advanced mobility solutions designed to improve efficiency, sustainability and convenience for fleets.
- [RFiD Discovery Acquires Tracktio to Enhance Growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/rfid-discovery-acquires-tracktio-to-enhance-growth/): RFiD Discovery is pleased to announce the acquisition by its parent company Paragon ID of Tracktio, a Spanish provider of asset and people tracking solutions specifically designed for industries operating in complex and hazardous environments.
- [Demand for Greener Approach to Fleet Vehicle Branding](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/growing-demand-for-greener-approach-to-fleet-vehicle-branding/): Growing demand for a greener approach to fleet vehicle branding and livery is being met by Mediafleet with a new annual sustainability report.
- [Evri Pledges Support SMEs with Apprenticeship Levy Funding](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/evri-pledges-to-support-smes-with-its-apprenticeship-levy-funding/): Evri, one of the UK’s leading consumer delivery companies, has pledged over £150k of its apprenticeship levy funds to help support SMEs for the second year running.
- [XPO Logistics Trials VUE's Bridge Safety Technology for UK](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/xpo-logistics-trials-vues-bridge-safety-technology-for-uk-road-fleet/): XPO Logistics, a leading provider of freight transportation services, has partnered with VUE Group, a Radius business, to trial the Low Bridge Alerting System for commercial transport operations.
- [Expect Distribution Has Doubled Its 2021 Profit](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/expect-distribution-has-doubled-its-2021-profit/): Expect Distribution, a Bradford-based logistics company, has released its latest annual results that show the company has more than doubled its pre-tax profit in 2021 with “significant” new contact wins contributing to growth.
- [Fleet Sector Needs Constructive Discussions On Road Charging](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fleet-sector-needs-to-have-constructive-discussions-about-road-charging/): The fleet sector needs to start having a constructive discussion about the likelihood of road charging being introduced in the future and the kind of scheme it would like to see, says FleetCheck.
- [Expleo Announces Green Shipping Innovation](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/expleo-announces-green-shipping-innovation/): Expleo, the global engineering, technology and consultancy service provider has developed an innovative closed-loop fuel solution for global shipping that delivers a 92% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions (GHGe) and OPEX savings of £1.4m a year, per vessel.
- [Tevva Motors Signs Deal for Its Hydrogen Electric Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/tevva-motors-signs-deal-for-its-hydrogen-electric-trucks/): In the break of a surging demand for hydrogen electric trucks, Tevva Motors has signed a deal with Canadian firm Loop Energy.
- [DHL Set to Invest Across Its E-Commerce Operation](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/dhl-set-to-invest-across-its-e-commerce-operation/): DHL has announced its £482 million investment across its UK e-commerce operation, which follows the company's 40% volume uplift and soaring demand for its e-commerce and B2B services.
- [Key Employees Join Hexagon Leasing to Support Growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/key-employees-join-hexagon-leasing-to-support-growth/): Hexagon Leasing CEO Alan Ellison has announced that David Hodgkinson, Michael Webb and Dave Karmock have all joined the company in key roles, having previously worked for Ryder.
- [Bridgestone and Seven Asset Management Enter Partnership](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bridgestone-and-seven-asset-management-enter-partnership/): Bridgestone’s ‘always on’ approach to fleet management has helped secure a partnership with one of the most respected contract hire experts in the east of England, encompassing over 3,000 vehicles from EVs right through to HGVs.
- [Energy Prices Forecast to Dampen EV Demand](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/energy-prices-forecast-to-dampen-ev-demand/): More than half of fleet operators (53 per cent) expect high energy prices to dampen demand for EVs, according to research from mobility solutions specialists Bridgestone and Webfleet Solutions.
- [Rising Fuel Prices Accelerate Switch to Electric Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/rising-fuel-prices-accelerate-switch-to-electric-vehicles/): Half (50%) of UK businesses reliant on fleets to operate have accelerated their transition to electric vehicles (EVs) as spikes in fuel prices continue to hammer diesel-powered vehicle users, according to new research from Samsara, the pioneer of the Connected Operations Cloud.
- [Fund for Scotland's Railway Network Positive Step Forward](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/funding-for-scotlands-railway-network-a-positive-step-forward/): Network Rail’s announcement that it will invest more than £120m of Scottish Government funding to boost the electric power supply of Scotland’s railway network over the next three years will help speed the network’s move to decarbonisation, according to Logistics UK.
- [EU-Bound Logistics Networks Are Relaxing](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/data-reveals-eu-bound-logistics-networks-are-relaxing/): This week’s data suggest that pressure on Europe-bound logistics networks is dissipating but is still well above pre-pandemic levels.
- [Network Rail Installs Dedicated EV Charging Infrastructure](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/network-rail-installs-dedicated-ev-charging-infrastructure/): Network Rail has installed its first dedicated EV charging facilities for their commercial road fleet at its Swindon and Bristol depots.
- [Nominations for Logistics UK's Van Awards 2022 Now Open](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/nominations-for-logistics-uks-van-awards-2022-now-open/): Nominations for Logistics UK’s Van Awards 2022 have opened, and with so much excellent competition across the sector, the business group is advising all operators to apply now for the chance to be recognised as the best in the industry.
- [DP World Unveils Electric Terminal Tractor](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/dp-world-unveils-electric-terminal-tractor-at-london-gateway/): DP World has announced the arrival of the first ever all-electric terminal tractor at a British port.
- [Northgate Launches LCV Drive to Zero Programme](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/northgate-launches-lcv-drive-to-zero-programme/): Northgate Vehicle Hire has launched a fleet electrification programme, Drive to Zero, to provide customers with a full suite of solutions designed to aid fleets’ transition to electric LCVs.
- [Whistl to Refresh Its Parcelhub Brand](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/whistl-to-refresh-its-parcelhub-brand/): Whistl, the UK’s leading logistics specialists in e-fulfilment, mail and parcels has refreshed its Parcelhub brand aligning it more closely with the Group’s overall look and feel.
- [Clipper' Click & Collect Service Trialled by Primark](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/clipper-logistics-click-and-collect-service-trialled-by-primark/): Clipper Logistics has been chosen by clothing retail giant Primark for the store's click and collect trial, which will be using Clipper’s Clicklink operation.
- [Digitisation Improving Profits for the Logistics Businesses](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/digitisation-is-improving-profits-for-the-uks-logistics-businesses/): The UK’s transportation, manufacturing and logistics industries are accelerating digitisation and digital technology adoption in the face of ongoing supply chain disruption, labour shortages and unsustainable increases in fuel costs.
- [Stotts Group Expands Its Presence in the South West](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/stotts-group-expands-its-presence-in-the-south-west/): Stotts Group, which owns Willmotts Transport and S&B Transport Services, has boosted its presence in the South West of England with the acquisition of Somerset-based Parker Transport (SW).
- [Government Funds Driver Training for Military Veterans](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/government-funds-driver-training-programme-for-military-veterans/): A charity that supports armed forces veterans in finding work in transport and logistics has received a £100,000 boost from the government.
- [Last Spaces for Logistics UK's Fleet Engineer Conference](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/last-spaces-remaining-for-logistics-uks-fleet-engineer-conference-2022/): With limited spaces remaining for Logistics UK’s Fleet Engineer Conference 2022, the business group is encouraging delegates to book – or complete existing bookings – now to avoid disappointment.
- [Leadership Critical to Transport Management Success](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/executive-leadership-support-is-critical-to-transportation-management-success/): Why is it that some companies excel at transportation management and others don’t? Is it the choice of strategies, practices or even technologies?
- [Hydrogen Adoption Is Lagging Too Far Behind Electricity](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/hydrogen-adoption-is-lagging-too-far-behind-electricity/): The adoption of hydrogen as a source of fuel for net zero road transport is “lagging way too far behind electricity,” FleetCheck is warning.
- [Renault Is Able to Connect Its Vehicles via Geotab](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/renault-is-able-to-connect-its-vehicles-via-geotab/): Renault and Geotab, the specialist in connecting CVs to the cloud, have announced their partnership that is due to combine vehicle telematics capabilities with Renault's fleet management platform.
- [NWF Group Delivers Record Year Despite Fuel Prices](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/nwf-group-delivers-record-year-despite-fuel-prices/): Despite operating in a volatile market at the moment, fuel, food and feeds specialist NWF Group announced a record year and a materially stronger performance than had been expected at the start of the financial year.
- [CILT & Logistics UK Launch Generation Logistics Campaign](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/cilt-and-logistics-uk-launch-generation-logistics-campaign/): The logistics industry has taken a decisive step to address the industry’s long-term recruitment and staff retention issues with the launch of a major new awareness and recruitment campaign, Generation Logistics.
- [Future of Freight Plan Is a Positive Step Forward](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/future-of-freight-plan-is-a-positive-step-forward/): Speaking on the Future of Freight plan published by the government, Michelle Gardner, Head of Public Policy at Logistics UK comments: “The publication of the Future of Freight plan is a positive step forward for industry; it reaffirms government’s vital support of one of the largest sectors of the UK economy and helps to provide clarity for logistics businesses moving forward.
- [Self-Driving Vehicles to Hit the UK's Roads](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/self-driving-vehicles-to-hit-the-uks-roads/): Following the launch of a £40 million funding competition, self-driving vehicles, including vans, buses and shuttles could soon hit the UK’s roads.
- [Logistics UK’s Transport Manager Conferences Back for 2022](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uks-transport-manager-conferences-are-back-for-2022/): Logistics UK’s ever-popular Transport Manager conferences, sponsored by Brigade Electronics, will return in autumn 2022 with live events at 10 venues around the UK.
- [Evri (formerly Hermes) Appoints Chief Product Officer](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/evri-appoints-chief-product-officer/): Evri (formerly Hermes), the leading consumer delivery specialist, has appointed a Chief Product Officer as part of its continuing investment in product development, customer experience and digital innovation.
- [Partnership to Help Navigate Supply Chain Complexity](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/partnership-to-help-navigate-supply-chain-complexity-disruptions/): Infor, the industry cloud company, has announced that it has entered into a technology partnership with Everstream Analytics, the global supply chain insights and risk analytics company, to help organisations better anticipate and navigate supply chain risks and disruptions.
- [Clarksons Port Services Appoints Business Development](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/clarksons-port-services-appoints-business-development-manager/): Customs clearance solutions specialists Clarksons Port Services (CPS), has appointed Graham Cross as business development manager in a newly-created role as its Customs and Freight team continues to grow.
- [Digital Freight Comments on Supply Chain Levy](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/digital-freight-platform-comments-on-supply-chain-levy/): Digital freight matching platform specialist Zeus Labs has reacted to the Transport Select Committee (TSC)’s proposals that the logistics sector solves the UK’s HGV driver shortage crisis and upgrades rest facilities within two years or face a new Government supply chain levy.
- [Logistics UK Urges Truss to Make Northern Ireland Protocol Work](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-urges-truss-to-make-the-northern-ireland-protocol-work/): Business group Logistics UK has reiterated its call for the UK government to make the Northern Ireland (NI) Protocol work effectively to protect the country’s supply chain and the livelihoods of those that it supports.
- [Bridgestone Launches Its Fleetcare Solution](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/bridgestone-launches-its-fleetcare-solution/): Bridgestone, a global leader in tyres and sustainable mobility solutions, launches Fleetcare, an integrated tyre and fleet management solution designed to fast forward business for fleets.
- [Primark New 40-Strong Trailer Fleet Hits the Road](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/primark-new-40-strong-trailer-fleet-hits-the-road/): When its previous 3PL partnership came to an end, leading international retailer, Primark, faced the challenge of specifying, procuring, and commissioning an all-new fleet of tractors and trailers on the road within just a few months to maintain the efficiency of its supply chain – and Tiger Trailers rose to this challenge in partnership with Wincanton, and wrapping support from Finch Signs.
- [Hexagon Leasing Appoints New CEO](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/hexagon-leasing-appoints-new-ceo/): Hexagon Leasing has hired the former Commercial Director of Motus Commercials, Alan Ellison as its new CEO.
- [Tructyre on the Right Road for Continued Growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tructyre-on-the-right-road-for-continued-growth/): As the country emerges from the Covid-19 pandemic, Tructyre’s Leadership Team update us on the challenges the business has faced over the last couple of years, and how it has remained focused on its development plans despite continually adapting ways of working to ensure continuity of service 24/7, 365 days of the year.
- [Coventry University Develop Skills Hub for Electric Revolution](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/coventry-university-to-develop-skills-hub-in-support-of-uks-electric-revolution/): Coventry University will look to play a pivotal role in driving UK electrification by developing a national skills hub aimed at supporting specialist training, after winning £1million in funding.
- [Whistl Begins Electric Vehicle Rollout](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/whistl-begins-electric-vehicle-rollout/): Whistl, the UK’s leading logistics specialists in e-fulfilment, mail and parcels has begun the rollout of electric vehicles within its fleet following a strategic review of its future transport needs.
- [Joloda Hydraroll Helps Georgi Handling Maximise Handling](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/joloda-hydraroll-helps-georgi-handling-maximise-handling-efficiencies/): Joloda Hydraroll, experts in material handling for loading and unloading processes, has partnered with Georgi Handling, a specialist in air cargo logistics, to install an air cargo material handling system in its new goods processing warehouse.
- [Significant Customer Donation to Whistl Ukrainian Appeal](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/significant-customer-donation-to-whistl-ukrainian-appeal/): Employees from Whistl, the UK’s leading logistics specialists in e-fulfilment, mail and parcels began an internal appeal in late February for items that could be sent to Ukraine to help with the humanitarian crisis developing within the country.
- [Logistics UK Comments : Funding Self-Driving Services](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-comments-on-funding-for-self-driving-services/): Following government’s announcement regarding funding for self-driving services, Michelle Gardner, Acting Deputy Director – Public Policy at Logistics UK, comments: “The £40 million government competition funding will help accelerate emerging technologies and with possible self-driving vehicles including those that move containers at shipping ports, as well as delivery vehicles, this is a welcome step forward.
- [New AFP Map Shows Demand for Fleet Kerbside Charging](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/new-afp-map-shows-demand-for-fleet-kerbside-charging/): A new national map that shows - for the first time - where UK businesses need kerbside charging close to the homes of company van drivers has been unveiled by the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).
- [Transport Company Optibus Closes Series D Funding](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/public-transportation-company-optibus-closes-series-d-funding/): Optibus, the end-to-end software platform for public transportation planning and operations, announced that it has closed $100 million in Series D funding, with investments from new and existing investors Insight Partners, Bessemer Venture Partners, Verizon Ventures, Pitango First & Pitango Growth, Tencent, SOMV Momentum, and others.
- [VUE Launch Low Bridge Alerting System at CV Show](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/vue-to-launch-low-bridge-alerting-system-at-cv-show-2022/): For the second year running, Salford based Video Telematics company VUE Group will be launching an exciting new bridge alerting system at the Commercial Vehicle Show in Birmingham.
- [Whistl Announce £12 Million Fleet Investment](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/whistl-announce-12-million-fleet-investment/): Whistl, the UK’s leading logistics specialists in e-fulfilment, mail and parcels has commenced a £12m investment fleet expansion and renewal programme.
- [Zenobē & Airsym : Electrifying Coach Journeys Together](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/zenobe-and-airsym-are-electrifying-coach-journeys-together/): Zenobē, an EV fleet and battery storage specialist, has announced a partnership with Airsym, a transport provider for airlines, airports and ground handling companies, to launch into service a brand-new Yutong TCe12 electric coach.
- [Logistics UK Announces Van Driver of the Year 2022](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/logistics-uk-announces-van-driver-of-the-year-2022/): Paul Simonds of G4S Cash Solutions has been crowned Logistics UK’s Van Driver of the Year 2022 following a competition day held at Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre alongside ITT Hub and the Future Logistics Conference.
- [£200M Zero Emission HGV Funding](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/transport-minister-announces-200m-zero-emission-hgv-funding/): Transport Minister Trudy Harrison MP’s announcement at Logistics UK’s Future Logistics Conference of £200 million in government funding to continue its zero-emission HGV trials will help enable the logistics industry’s journey to decarbonisation, according to the business group.
- [Traffic Management Systems to Save Millions of Tons of CO2](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/smart-traffic-management-systems-to-save-205-million-metric-tons-of-co2-by-2027/): A new study from Juniper Research has predicted that global savings in CO2 emissions from smart traffic management systems will be 205 MMT (Million Metric Tons) by 2027; a growth of 41%, up from just 145.7 MMT in 2022.
- [Woman Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/evri-makes-head-of-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-appointment/): Evri, formerly known as Hermes, the leading consumer delivery company, has made a Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) appointment as part of its commitment to becoming an employer of choice for diverse talent.
- [FORS Renews Successful Solus FleetCheck Software Deal](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fors-renews-successful-solus-fleetcheck-software-deal/): The Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) has renewed its solus fleet software arrangement with FleetCheck in a new deal signed this week.
- [Free Electric Shuttle Bus at Warner Studio Tour](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/free-electric-shuttle-bus-service-at-warner-studio-tour-london/): Warner Studio Tour London has announced it is switching to a brand-new zero emission, electric bus service.
- [Seven in Ten Logistics Operators Report Escalating Fuel Costs](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/seven-in-ten-logistics-operators-report-escalating-fuel-costs/): 71% of UK logistics companies reported an escalation in the cost of transporting goods during Q1 2022 compared to the same period a year ago amid sharp increases in the cost of fuel and other global supply chain pressures.
- [Pro-Active Tyre Maintenance Reduces Call-outs](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/pro-active-tyre-maintenance-reduces-call-outs-increases-efficiency/): According to Tructyre, pro-active tyre maintenance is at the heart of any good tyre management system and will identify the precise time when life-extending and safety enhancing services should be deployed.
- [XPO Logistics Wins Contract Renewal with Tesco](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/xpo-logistics-wins-contract-renewal-with-tesco/): Leading provider of freight transportation services XPO Logistics wins multi-year contract renewal with Tesco to distribute fuel to the supermarket's consumer filling stations throughout the UK.
- [Bridgestone Adds Evidence to Growing Electric Vehicle Trend](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/bridgestone-adds-evidence-to-growing-electric-vehicle-trend/): Bridgestone is adding more weight to claims that UK motorists are accelerating away from internal combustion engines, with further research suggesting that an electric vehicle revolution is rapidly approaching - due in part to soaring fuel bills.
- [Leading Logistics Specialist Appoints Managing Director](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/leading-logistics-specialist-appoints-managing-director-of-parcels/): Whistl the UK’s leading logistics specialists in e-fulfilment, mail and parcels has appointed Andy Underwood as its first Managing Director of Whistl Parcels.
- [New Roadmap Report Released for Micromobility Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/new-roadmap-report-released-for-micromobility-vehicles/): The UK is the last major Western economy not to legislate ‘Powered Micro Vehicles’.
- [Logistics UK Seeks Transport Manager of the Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/logistics-uk-launches-search-for-transport-manager-of-the-year/): Logistics UK has launched the search for its first Transport Manager of the Year; a new competition aimed at celebrating the very best transport managers in industry.
- [Electric Vehicle Investment Leads to Massive CO2 Savings](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/electric-vehicle-investment-leads-to-massive-co2-savings/): Family-owned supply specialists, PPS, has demonstrated its commitment to reducing its carbon footprint by purchasing three electric vans, saving more than 29,000 tonnes of CO2 per year.
- [HGV Drivers Are Invited to Government-Funded Refresher Courses](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/hgv-drivers-are-invited-to-government-funded-refresher-courses/): Government-funded refresher courses are inviting HGV drivers who left the industry to return and earn more money than they did before.
- [Haulier AG & Sons Transport Joins the Pall-Ex Network](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/haulier-ag-sons-transport-joins-the-pall-ex-network/): In a move supposed to strengthen the company's service offering, Biggleswade-based haulier AG & Sons Transport has become a shareholder member of Pall-Ex.
- [Businesses Frustrated by Constant Delays Post-Brexit](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/businesses-frustrated-by-constant-delays-to-post-brexit-import-checks/): The government’s decision to rethink the introduction of post-Brexit import checks on certain goods arriving from the EU (originally scheduled to be introduced in July 2022) while it finalises its 2025 Border Strategy will be met with mixed reactions from the industry, according to business group Logistics UK.
- [Bridgestone & Webfleet Solutions Showcase at ITT Hub](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/bridgestone-and-webfleet-solutions-showcase-innovation-at-itt-hub-2022/): Mobility solutions specialists Bridgestone and Webfleet Solutions will showcase the latest transport innovations at ITT Hub to help businesses cut costs, drive efficiencies and reduce their carbon footprint.
- [Lloyd Morgan Official Driving Better Business Partner](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/lloyd-morgan-group-official-driving-for-better-business-partner/): Driving for Better Business, the government-backed National Highways programme, has named Lloyd Morgan Group as its official delivery partner.
- [Deadline Extended to Enter Van Driver of the Year 2022](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/deadline-extended-to-enter-van-driver-of-the-year-2022/): Due to popular demand, Logistics UK has extended the deadline for submissions to its Van Driver of the Year contest to Friday 29 April 2022.
- [Month Until Logistics UK’s Future Logistics Conference](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/less-than-a-month-until-logistics-uks-future-logistics-conference/): With less than a month to go until Logistics UK’s Future Logistics Conference, registration for the free-to-attend event is filling up fast.
- [Webfleet Solutions Presents Webfleet Mobility Conference](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/webfleet-solutions-presents-its-first-webfleet-mobility-conference/): Webfleet Solutions, Europe’s leading telematics solutions provider and part of Bridgestone, presents the first global edition of the annual Webfleet Mobility Conference, which will be held virtually on 26 April 2022.
- [Rite-Hite to Showcase Range of Warehouse Safety Solutions](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/rite-hite-to-showcase-range-of-warehouse-safety-solutions/): Rite-Hite, one of the leading manufacturers of loading bay and health and safety equipment, will showcase some highlights of its complete range of solutions for warehouse and logistics environments.
- [Wendy Morton MP : National Rail Recovery Conference](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/wendy-morton-mp-to-give-speech-at-national-rail-recovery-conference/): Over the past two years, the railway has had to contend not only a pandemic, but it was already embarking on developing a new structure following the Williams-Shapps Review.
- [GIF Transport adds two Renault T520 to fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/gif-transport-adds-two-renault-t520-to-fleet/): GIF Transport and Logistics, the Aberdeenshire-based haulier, has added the first ever Renault Trucks to its 14-strong fleet to meet growing demand, following a trial of a demonstrator vehicle.
- [Co-op brings delivery robots to Leeds](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/co-op-brings-delivery-robots-to-leeds/): As part of its strategy to provide more sustainable methods of delivery, Co-op has brought its autonomous robots to Leeds and now 20,000 residents are able to make use of the novel service.
- [PD Ports launches new container service](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/pd-ports-launches-new-container-service/): PD Ports has launched a brand new, dedicated service from Spain and Portugal into Teesport.
- [Russells set to launch HPARK logistics development](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/russells-set-to-launch-1-45-million-sq-ft-hpark-development/): The North West’s largest sustainable industrial development opportunity is being launched to the market in January by Russells, following completion of a new motorway link road to service the site.
- [ShockWatch : FreezeSafe to protect shipments](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/freezesafe-to-protect-shipments/): For companies involved in the cold chain product reliability is crucial, especially for perishable goods.
- [Zenobē and Newport Transport expand collaboration](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/zenobe-and-newport-transport-expand-collaboration/): Zenobē, the EV fleet and battery storage specialist, today announces an extension of its working relationship with Newport Transport, installing 16 new charging points, made up of eight double-headed chargers, to provide further charging support to its fleet of 32 electric buses.
- [Reesink e-Vehicles dealers become STAR pupils](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/reesink-e-vehicles-dealers-become-star-pupils/): Reesink e-Vehicles has invited all its dealers, service managers and engineers from its three branches to attend technical training on the STAR EV range at the Cambridge Belfry.
- [DHL Supply Chain signs contract with SSE](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/dhl-supply-chain-signs-contract-with-sse/): DHL Supply Chain has been awarded a three-year contract by SSE plc, the FTSE listed energy company which owns, operates and invests in economically regulated electricity networks, renewables and flexible thermal generation to support the net zero transition, and SGN, the gas distribution network and industry innovator serving 5.9m homes and businesses in Scotland & Southern England.
- [Asset Alliance signs deal with Domino’s fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/asset-alliance-signs-deal-with-dominos-fleet/): Asset Alliance Group has signed a deal with Domino's, which sees it supply the pizza company with 15 Mercedes-Benz trucks, eight Scania rigids and eight DAF tractors.
- [Cox Automotive sees record year for HGV sales](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/cox-automotive-sees-record-year-for-hgv-sales/): Cox Automotive is reporting its best year yet for HGV sales at its subsidiary Manheim Auction Services.
- [DX Group invests in depot upgrades](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/dx-group-invests-in-depot-upgrades/): Parcel, freight and secure courier specialist DX Group is investing £3.6 million into upgrading its existing depot network.
- [DP World launches intermodal rail service](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/dp-world-launches-intermodal-rail-service/): DP World has launched a new intermodal train service connecting its container terminals at London Gateway and Southampton.
- [Air Products supports UK's transition to clean hydrogen](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/air-products-supports-uks-transition-to-clean-hydrogen/): Hydrogen supplier Air Products is set to bolster its presence in the UK with a £6.5 million investment in a trailer and cylinder filling station at its Llanwern facility in South Wales.
- [Ramco launches winter fleet auction](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/ramco-launches-winter-fleet-auction/): Ramco, the circular economy specialist, has announced the launch of a new winter fleet auction to help businesses prepare for the colder months ahead.
- [Platts Transport orders new Mercedes trucks](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/platts-transport-orders-new-mercedes-trucks/): Platts Transport, part of Platts Group, one of the market leaders in the UK animal bedding and cubicle conditioner market, has taken delivery of five, smartly finished Actros L tractors from eStar Truck & Van.
- [Haulier AR Banks expands fleet with Scania 500](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/haulier-ar-banks-expands-fleet-with-scania-500/): AR Banks, the Hampshire-based heavy haulage and lifting specialist, has announced it will be expanding its fleet after securing funding from Paragon Bank.
- [Vicovanu adds more pre-owned Actros to fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/vicovanu-adds-more-pre-owned-actros-to-fleet/): Vicovanu, the container transport specialist, has announced it will be purchasing three pre-owned Mercedes-Benz Actros from Motus Truck & Van.
- [Volta Trucks partners up with Cake](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/volta-trucks-partners-up-with-cake/): Volta Trucks, the full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has announced its collaboration with Cake, the Swedish maker of lightweight electric motorcycles, to test drive a city centre final mile delivery service.
- [Family-run Haulier C Butt signs exclusive deal](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/haulier-c-butt-signs-exclusive-deal/): Family-run haulier C Butt has just signed an exclusive deal with Engineered Foam Products (EFP) to supply all its national freight services from its Northampton-based manufacturing facility.
- [First Hydrogen starts trials in Birmingham](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/first-hydrogen-starts-trials-in-birmingham/): First Hydrogen has started testing its fuel cell-powered vans (FCEV) in Birmingham, providing performance trials.
- [WJ is participating in road safety week](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/wj-is-participating-in-road-safety-week/): This Road Safety Week, WJ Group has decided to encourage other organisations to implement internal changes to improve driver behaviour.
- [Ice Co Storage and Logistics makes new purchase](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/ice-co-storage-and-logistics-makes-new-purchase/): Ice Co Storage and Logistics.
- [White paper - advanced warehouse automation](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/white-paper-talks-about-advanced-warehouse-automation/): Invar Group, a leading UK-based independent software developer and integrator of advanced warehouse automation, has launched a white paper that discusses the challenges ahead for logistics and fulfilment, as well as potential solutions.
- [British Airways Accelerates Project Speedbird](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/british-airways-accelerates-project-speedbird/): Project Speedbird, a partnership between Nova Pangaea Technologies, British Airways, and LanzaJet that aims to develop cost-effective sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for commercial use in the UK, is due to start earlier.
- [The UK Commits to Green Shipping Corridors](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/the-uk-commits-to-green-shipping-corridors/): At this year's COP27 conference in Egypt, the UK has agreed, in partnership with the US, to create green shipping corridors between the two countries.
- [DPD UK Switches to Renewable Biofuel](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/dpd-uk-switches-to-renewable-biofuel/): Parcel delivery company DPD UK has announced it will be switching its entire diesel HGV fleet to renewable biofuel by the end of next year.
- [Innovation Centre to Eliminate Pallet Stability Issues](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/innovation-centre-to-eliminate-pallet-stability-issues/): Lindum Packaging, the UK’s leading expert on pallet stability and wrapping, has officially launched its Innovation Centre, which will provide offsite solutions that will solve the pallet stability issues.
- [Maritime Transport Orders 100 Curtainsiders from Tiger Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/maritime-transport-orders-100-curtainsiders-from-tiger-trailers/): Maritime Transport, the UK's leading provider of integrated road and rail solutions, has turned to Tiger Trailers for its latest order of curtainsiders, based on the manufacturer’s reputation for high quality products, efficiency, and a customer-focussed approach.
- [Parcelhub Opens New Depot in Leeds](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/parcelhub-opens-new-depot-in-leeds/): Whistl, the UK's leading logistics company, specialising in fulfilment, contact centres, mail and parcel delivery management, has announced that its Parcelhub service will be expanding in Leeds with the opening of a new depot.
- [New Vehicle Contract Hire Solution Launched](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/new-commercial-vehicle-contract-hire-solution-launched/): An innovative, new commercial vehicle contract hire company has just been launched.
- [New Head of Supply Chain for Hexagon Leasing](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-head-of-supply-chain-for-hexagon-leasing/): Hexagon Leasing has announced the appointment of Paul Johnson as Head of Supply Chain who will support the business in managing the supply of new vehicles.
- [DX UK Launches New Parcel Depots](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/dx-launches-new-parcel-depots/): DX, one of the UK's most trusted courier services and provider of delivery solutions, has announced the official opening of the first of eight new parcel depots planned to launch during its current financial year ending 1 July 2023.
- [Reynolds Cuts Carbon Emissions with Hultsteins](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/reynolds-cuts-carbon-emissions-with-hultsteins/): Reynolds, the national food service provider, has announced the purchase of five Mercedes-Benz Actros tractor units fitted with Hultsteins Ecogen 2 refrigeration systems.
- [Winners Revealed at the 16th routeone Awards](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/winners-revealed-at-the-16th-routeone-awards/): The routeone Awards 2022 has officially announced the winners of the 16th edition at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole.
- [Evri Upgrades Its Safe Place Photos Concept](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/evri-upgrades-its-safe-place-photos-concept/): Evri, the UK's biggest dedicated parcel delivery company, which was previously known as Hermes UK, has announced it is trialling an extension of its safe place delivery photo concept that will include courier collections as well.
- [Unipart Logistics Lands Contract with JCB](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/unipart-logistics-lands-contract-with-jcb/): Logistics firm Unipart has announced the successful win of a major contract with JCB, one of the world's top three manufacturers of construction equipment.
- [Palletways London Invests in Electric Pump Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/palletways-london-invests-in-electric-pump-trucks/): Palletways London, which offers an unrivalled range of cost effective, reliable, flexible and high quality palletised freight services across UK and Europe for customers based around the London area, has announced the investment in a new fleet of electric pump trucks.
- [CitySprint acquires Astral Couriers in Blandford](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/citysprint-acquires-astral-couriers/): CitySprint, the UK's leading same day delivery service, has announced the acquisition of Astral Couriers, a courier service based in Blandford, in an attempt to accelerate its drive for regional growth.
- [ELB Partners Helps Batt Cables with Growth](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/elb-partners-helps-batt-cables-with-growth/): ELB Partners, a one-stop logistics solution provider, has aided the growth of Kent-based Batt Cables with the help of its reliable logistics links.
- [Whistl Boost Community with Apprenticeships](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/whistl-boost-community-with-apprenticeships/): Whistl, the UK’s leading logistics specialists in e-fulfilment, mail and parcels, has announced its contribution to boost communities around the country where it has sites.
- [Selazar Opens High-Tech Warehouse in Yorkshire](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/selazar-opens-high-tech-warehouse-in-yorkshire/): Selazar, an e-commerce fulfilment provider, has announced the opening of a new, high-tech warehouse in Hellaby, Yorkshire, operated in partnership with business processing outsourcing experts Parseq.
- [FIREM: Creating Industrial Zones Where Business Thrives](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/firem-creating-industrial-zones-where-business-thrives/): Developer and Asset Management company, FI Real Estate Management (FIREM), boasts a £2bn real estate portfolio totalling more than 1,000 properties and spanning more than 15m sq ft.
- [Life-extending Services Prolongs Tyre Life and Saves Money](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/life-extending-services-prolongs-tyre-life-saves-money/): We all have different things that keep us up at night – commercial vehicle tyres should never be one of them.
- [New Brand to Decarbonise Road Freight](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/new-brand-to-decarbonise-road-freight/): Leading media information business serving the CV and road freight sector, Road Transport Media, has announced the launch of a new brand, dedicated to providing trusted, independent information about the race to zero emissions.
- [Moody Logistics Investing in Fleet Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/moody-logistics-investing-in-fleet-expansion/): Moody Logistics & Storage, a family owned and operated transport and warehousing company, has announced its plans to invest £1 million to expand its fleet of trucks.
- [Trucksters First Operator with Fully Electric Long-Haul](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/trucksters-to-be-first-operator-with-fully-electric-long-haul-route/): Trucksters, a Madrid-based freight start up that focuses on offering long-haul transport services using an innovative system of relays, has announced its goal to become the first operator to meet the zero-emission target imposed by the industry.
- [Shell and Hoyer Partner on Cleaner Fuel Alternative](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/shell-and-hoyer-partner-on-cleaner-fuel-alternative/): Shell has announced its partnership with Hoyer for a pilot alternative fuel programme.
- [Transport Scotland Awards Contract to Cubic](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/transport-scotland-awards-contract-to-cubic/): Transport Scotland has started its modernisation journey by awarding a Traffic Scotland Systems Contract (TSSC) to Cubic Transportation Systems (CTS).
- [WMS and ERP Expert Reports 300+% Headcount Growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/wms-and-erp-expert-reports-300-headcount-growth/): Warehouse management software (WMS) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) software expert Principal Logistics Technologies (Chess Logistics Technology) reports significant growth across all divisions following strategic business acquisitions and related hirings.
- [New Electric Bus Service Launched in the UK](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/new-electric-bus-service-launched-in-the-uk/): A new electric bus service has been launched in Leicester, connecting key sites on the city’s outer ring road and beyond.
- [Evri Team Develops Parcel Vision Software](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/evri-team-develops-parcel-vision-software/): Evri, formerly known as Hermes, has announced the development of a bespoke software designed to further improve parcel delivery accuracy and customer communication.
- [Foodservice Distributor Strengthens Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/foodservice-distributor-strengthens-fleet/): Fife Creamery, distributor of food products across Scotland, has announced the purchase of 30 new Canter 7.5-tonners from Ciceley Commercials, alongside two 18-tonne Mercedes-Benz Actros.
- [Coca-Cola Switches to Rail Distribution](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/coca-cola-switches-to-rail-distribution/): In an attempt to reduce its carbon emissions, Coca-Cola has decided to switch its distribution services from road to rail.
- [Knowles Transport Acquires Masters Logistical](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/knowles-transport-acquires-masters-logistical/): Knowles Transport, a market leading private third party logistics company, has announced the acquisition of 3PL warehousing & distribution provider Masters Logistical.
- [Deliveroo Signs Exclusive Deal with Whistl](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/deliveroo-signs-exclusive-deal-with-whistl/): Deliveroo has just signed an exclusive delivery deal with Relish, the FMCG product sampling specialist, purchased in 2021 by Whistl.
- [IEFS Logistics Rebrands as Ketra Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/iefs-logistics-rebrands-as-ketra-logistics/): IEFS Logistics, East London's premier palletised freight distributer and logistics company, has announced it will be rebranding as Ketra Linked Logistics.
- [Meachers Global Logistics Strengthens Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/meachers-global-logistics-strengthens-fleet/): Meachers Global Logistics, one of the UK's leading independent providers of international freight and transport logistics services, has announced a set investment of £1.9 million in new vehicles.
- [Drac Logistics Acquires Caledonian Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/drac-logistics-acquires-caledonian-logistics/): Drac Logistics has just announced the purchase of haulage firm Caledonian Logistics for an undisclosed sum in an attempt to expand its footprint in Scotland.
- [epyx fleet vehicle management tech Appoints New CCO](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/epyx-appoints-new-cco/): epyx, the market leader in fleet vehicle management tech, has announced the appointment of Tim Meadows as the company's chief commercial officer.
- [Europa Worldwide Group Announces Soaring Profits](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/europa-worldwide-group-announces-soaring-profits/): One of the largest privately owned transport and logistics companies in the UK, Europa Worldwide Group, has announced its profits had tripled since last year, reaching £10 million.
- [Zeelo and Zenobe Partnership to Drive Electrification](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/zeelo-and-zenobe-partnership-to-drive-electrification/): An industry-leading partnership between Zeelo and Zenobē to drive the electrification of private bus transport in the UK has just been announced.
- [Furniture Retailer Builds Warehouse of the Future](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/award-winning-furniture-retailer-builds-the-warehouse-of-the-future/): Wiltshire furniture retailer Furniturebox celebrates opening their state-of-the-art purpose-built warehouse in Chippenham with big plans for its continued growth through the use of the latest warehouse technology.
- [Wincanton UK business Revenues Boosted](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/wincanton-revenues-boosted/): Wincanton plc, a supply chain partner for UK business, has issued the following trading update ahead of its half year results for the six months ended 30 September 2022 revealing sustained growth.
- [Fraikin Partners with BAE Systems with electric vans](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/fraikin-partners-with-bae-systems/): BAE Systems has taken delivery of two new electric vans on contract hire from Fraikin, helping the leading defence contractor improve its sustainability credentials through the decarbonisation of its commercial vehicle fleet.
- [AO Logistics Awarded RoSPA Silver Award](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ao-logistics-awarded-rospa-silver-award/): AO Logistics, the online electricals retailer, has received an internationally recognised award for demonstrating high standards in health and safety.
- [DX Launches Electric Vehicle Programme with Ikea](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/dx-launches-electric-vehicle-programme-with-ikea/): The UK-based mail, courier and logistics company, DX, has announced the launch of a three-year project in collaboration with Ikea.
- [Evri Relocates Depot in Bury St Edmunds](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/evri-relocates-depot-in-bury-st-edmunds/): The biggest dedicated parcel delivery company in the UK, Evri, which has been formerly known as Hermes UK, has announced its plans to relocate the Newmarket depot to a site in Bury St Edmunds.
- [Euromaster Makes Appointment in the UK](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/euromaster-makes-appointment-in-the-uk/): Euromaster Group, which in the UK is comprised of ATS Euromaster (ATS) and Tructyre, announce that with effect from November 2022, Nick Harley, Managing Director of Tructyre, is appointed Managing Director of Euromaster’s companies in the UK, reporting to Euromaster CEO Benoit Hubert.
- [Zeus Grows Rapidly in Europe with Primark](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/zeus-grows-rapidly-in-europe-with-primark/): The UK’s fastest growing digital freight platform Zeus has started its expansion into Europe after agreeing to a partnership with Primark, the international fashion retailer.
- [Hexagon Leasing Appoints National Account Manager](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/hexagon-leasing-appoints-national-account-and-business-development-manager/): Hexagon Leasing has appointed Nick Parker as National Account and Business Development Manager and his role will include the management and development of key and existing customers as well as working with new and prospective clients.
- [Zenobē Expands Collaboration with McGill’s](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/zenobe-expands-collaboration-with-mcgills/): EV fleet and battery storage specialist Zenobē has announced it will be continuing the collaboration with McGill's, Scotland's leading bus operator.
- [Silvey Fleet Launches in the Republic of Ireland](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/silvey-fleet-launches-in-the-republic-of-ireland/): Silvey Fleet, one of the UK’s most established resellers of fuel cards and fleet management solutions, has announced its expansion into the Irish market.
- [Scania UK Has a New Managing Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/scania-uk-has-a-new-managing-director/): Scania UK has announced the appointment of Chris Newitt as the company's new Managing Director.
- [NTEX Acquires Sureway Express Transport](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ntex-acquires-sureway-express-transport/): NTEX, a leading shipping and freight forwarding company from Scandinavia, has announced the acquisition of Bristol-based Sureway Express Transport in an attempt to expand its presence in the South West of England.
- [Palletline Announces £6M Investment](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/palletline-announces-6m-investment/): Palletline has announced one of its most ambitious investment programmes to date, which will see the pallet network spending around £6 million on its network, as well as new properties and innovative technologies.
- [Volvo Announces Tests of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/volvo-trucks-announces-customer-tests-of-hydrogen-fuel-cell-trucks/): Volvo Trucks has announced the roll out of customer tests for its hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks.
- [Whistl Expands Parcelhub Services into West Midlands](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/whistl-expands-parcelhub-services-into-west-midlands/): Whistl, the UK's leading logistics company, specialising in fulfilment, contact centres, mail and parcel delivery management, has announced the expansion of its Parcelhub brand into the West Midlands.
- [Kinaxia Logistics Trials Tevva Electric Truck](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/kinaxia-logistics-trials-tevva-electric-truck/): Kinaxia Logistics, a leading UK logistics group, has announced the trial of Tevva's 7.5-tonne battery-electric truck, the first in a newly created series of commercial vehicles.
- [Bridgestone Launches Fleetcare Go Plan](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/bridgestone-launches-fleetcare-go-plan/): Bridgestone, a global leader in tyres and sustainable mobility solutions, has announced the launch of Fleetcare Go Plan, a new and connected premium tyre and vehicle maintenance solution to maximize fleets’ efficiency.
- [P W Gates Strengthens Fleets with DAF Purchase](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/p-w-gates-strengthens-fleets-with-daf-purchase/): Logistics firm P W Gates has announced the purchase of three new generation DAF XG 530 tractor units, as part of its expansion plans.
- [Zeelo Offers Free Coach Transfers at Euro Bus Expo](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/zeelo-offers-free-coach-transfers-at-euro-bus-expo/): Zeelo, the smart bus services company for organisations and specialists in finding and fulfilling demand from corporates and schools for coach services, has announced free coach transfers for Euro Bus Expo attendees.
- [XPO Logistics Renews Partnership with Etex](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/xpo-logistics-renews-partnership-with-etex/): XPO Logistics, one of the world's biggest logistics providers, has announced the extension of its partnership with international building materials manufacturer Etex.
- [Combilift Boosts Equipment Uptime and Customer Service](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/combilift-boosts-equipment-uptime-and-customer-service/): Combilift, the largest global manufacturer of multi-directional forklifts and a leading provider of long-load handling solutions, has announced a partnership with Infor.
- [Supply Specialist PPS Grows with Acquisition](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/supply-specialist-pps-grows-with-acquisition/): PPS, Yorkshire's leading janitorial, catering and cleaning products supplier, has announced its latest acquisition as part of its ambitious growth plan.
- [C&S Transport Adds New Truck to Its Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/cs-transport-adds-new-truck-to-its-fleet/): C&S Transport, a specialist in the transport of portable and modular buildings, has announced its latest truck acquisition, supplied by MV Commercial.
- [TfL Gives Operators Fleet Compliance Schemes Choice](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/tfl-gives-operators-fleet-compliance-schemes-choice/): Transport for London (TfL) has offered fleet operators a choice of compliance schemes, as part of its decision to accredit fleet quality standard Mission Zero.
- [CCL Logistics Targets Further Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/ccl-logistics-targets-further-expansion/): CCL Logistics & Technology, a supply chain management firm, has announced its intentions to continue acquiring other firms, following the purchase of Erin Express Cargo earlier this year.
- [Belfast Harbour Set to Build New Warehouse](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/belfast-harbour-set-to-build-new-warehouse/): A new warehouse has been announced at Belfast Harbour, in response to the growing demand from logistics operators as roro traffic at the port reaches an all-time high following Brexit.
- [Volvo Trucks Partnership to Promote Women](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/volvo-trucks-partnership-to-promote-women-in-haulage/): With a clear goal to encourage more women into joining the haulage industry, Volvo Trucks has partnered up with Girl Torque, an organisation founded last year by HGV driver Karen Sutherland from Ian S Roger.
- [Innovative 5W-20 Engine Oil for Scania and MAN](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/innovative-5w-20-engine-oil-for-scania-and-man/): A new grade of heavy-duty diesel engine oil has just been launched by Morris Lubricants.
- [Doddle Announces Findings on OOH Delivery Survey](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/doddle-announces-findings-on-ooh-delivery-survey/): Doddle, a global e-commerce technology provider, has announced the findings of its latest survey, designed to gather insight on out-of-home (OOH) delivery.
- [Invar Presents Warehouse Automation Solutions at IMHX](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/invar-presents-warehouse-automation-solutions-at-imhx-2022/): Invar, a leading independent software developer and integrator of advanced warehouse automation, has announced it will be showcasing its warehouse solutions at the UK’s IMHX 2022 show – 6th to 8th September 2022, NEC Birmingham.
- [EV Cargo Looking to Raise Funds with Market Flotation](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/ev-cargo-is-looking-to-raise-funds/): In a bid to raise funds to achieve more companies, global logistics business EV Cargo has announced it is considering a London stock market flotation worth £1 billion.
- [Evri Appoints Chief Data Officer to Support Growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/evri-appoints-chief-data-officer-to-support-growth/): Formerly known as Hermes, Evri, one of the UK's largest parcel delivery companies, has appointed a Chief Data Officer.
- [UKWA Invites Scottish Businesses to Showcase Day](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/ukwa-invites-scottish-businesses-to-showcase-day-at-malcolm-logistics/): Following a successful Warehousing Showcase in Belfast earlier this year, the UK Warehousing Association will be holding its next regional event in Scotland on 20th September, hosted by award-winning UKWA member Malcolm Logistics, at the company’s impressive Heritage Centre in Glasgow.
- [Hybrid Vehicle to Reduce CO2 Emissions by 98%](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/hybrid-vehicle-to-reduce-co2-emissions-by-98/): National food waste recycling business, Keenan Recycling, will be unveiling a first-of-its-kind hybrid vehicle at RWM & Letsrecycle Live this September in Birmingham.
- [Howard Tenens Logistics Partners with Planet Organic](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/howard-tenens-logistics-partners-with-planet-organic/): Howard Tenens Logistics, the privately owned, logistics company that provides complete UK coverage, has been awarded a deal with Planet Organic.
- [New Agreement to Support the Sustainable Transport Sector](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/new-agreement-to-support-the-sustainable-transport-sector/): After the UK has launched its first hydrogen-electric truck by Tevva Electric that features Luxfer Gas Cylinders, a deal has been struck between Equitus Design Engineering and Innovations and Luxfer Gas Cylinders Division of Luxfer Holdings PLC to support the sustainable transport sector.
- [Hayward Transport Goes for Rushlift Refurbished Forklift](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/hayward-transport-goes-for-rushlift-refurbished-forklift/): Hayward Transport, a well-trusted name in the transport and road haulage sector, was in need of a reliable forklift that could handle lifting heavy loads, empty containers and performing general yard duties, day-in, day-out.
- [Tructyre Provides Hoylake Tyre Management Solution](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/tructyre-provides-hoylake-with-tyre-management-solution/): Tructyre, the UK's only sole-ownership provider of truck tyre specialist services, has provided Hoylake Commercials with a pro-active tyre management package, with a Michelin Group tyre policy.
- [Brocklehurst Transport joins Pall-Ex network](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/brocklehurst-transport-joins-pall-ex-network/): Brocklehurst Transport has strengthened its ties to the Pall-Ex Group by becoming a shareholder member of the Pall-Ex network.
- [XPO to manage Christy England supply chain](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/xpo-to-manage-christy-england-supply-chain/): XPO has won a multi-year contract for end-to-end management of luxury bed and bath linen retailer Christy England's supply chain for all channels in the UK and Ireland.
- [Wincanton extends Halfords contract](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/wincanton-extends-halfords-contract/): Wincanton has won a new five-year contract with cycle and car accessories retailer Halfords to manage its entire transport operations for UK and Ireland.
- [Yorkshire haulier becomes Pallet-Track member](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/west-yorkshire-haulier-becomes-member-of-pallet-track/): A West Yorkshire haulier is driving into a new era after becoming a shareholder member of the nationwide Pallet-Track network. Wakefield-based A.
- [DB Schenker provides logistics support to Siemens](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/db-schenker-provides-logistics-support-to-siemens/): Logistics firm DB Schenker has sealed a deal with electrical manufacturing giant Siemens to provide production logistics support for its oldest UK manufacturing site.
- [DMN Logistics appoints Brazier as new IT director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/dmn-logistics-appoints-brazier-as-new-it-director/): Continued growth and success at Birmingham-based national vehicle movement and inspection firm DMN Logistics has led to the appointment of William Brazier as their new Information Technology and Information Security Director.
- [Bridgestone and Highways England reveal study results](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bridgestone-and-highways-england-reveal-study-results/): Thousands of costly punctures on motorways across England can be prevented in a matter of minutes if commercial fleets took the time to check their yards for bolts, nails and screws, an exclusive Bridgestone study has proved.
- [Western Commercial to focus only on vans](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/western-commercial-to-focus-only-on-vans/): Mercedes-Benz (MB) Trucks dealership Western Commercial is ending the service and parts franchise agreements it has with the manufacturer to concentrate solely on vans.
- [New DVSA Earned Recognition module launched](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/new-dvsa-earned-recognition-module-launched/): The DVSA’s Earned Recognition (ER) scheme, rewarding operators who share their performance data to demonstrate they are meeting regulatory requirements, has been expanded into the concrete and quarry industry with a new module.
- [Logistics UK supports DVSA’s Vision to 2030](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/logistics-uk-supports-dvsas-vision-to-2030/): Logistics UK has welcomed DVSA’s Vision to 2030, which was published last week, alongside its Strategic Plan to 2025.
- [RHA launching Forum For The Future event](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/rha-launching-forum-for-the-future-event/): The RHA is launching ‘Forum For The Future’, which aims to provide road transport operators with the insight, knowledge and tools required for navigating the road ahead.
- [Van fleets are slowly transitioning to EVs](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/van-fleets-are-slowly-transitioning-to-evs/): Two thirds of van fleet managers have revealed that less than 20% of their van fleets have been electrified, according to research released this week by business mobility experts Alphabet.
- [Owens expands operations with warehouse deal](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/owens-group-expands-operations-with-warehouse-deal/): Logistics firm Owens Group is continuing to expand its warehousing footprint after the company was awarded a "significant" contract expansion.
- [Pall-Ex Group sees double digit growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/pall-ex-group-sees-double-digit-growth/): Pall-Ex said it had seen double digit growth again last year, with turnover increasing by 19% to £140.4m from £117.5m in 2021.
- [DFDS Logistics acquires haulier D.R Macleod](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/dfds-logistics-acquires-haulier-d-r-macleod/): DFDS Logistics has acquired Highlands haulier D.R Macleod and pledged to continue its services to local communities.
- [Whistl Appoints Director of Contact Centres](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/whistl-appoints-director-of-contact-centres/): Whistl, the UK’s leading logistics specialists in e-fulfilment, mail and parcels, has appointed James Revell as its first Director of Contact Centres.
- [Anglepoise partners with Delamode Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/anglepoise-extends-partnership-with-delamode-international-logistics/): Renowned British brand Anglepoise is extending its partnership with Delamode, who will now manage 100% of warehousing and logistics for the UK and Continental European markets.
- [DeliveryApp - The ultimate tech courier innovator?](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/deliveryapp-the-ultimate-tech-courier-innovator/): DeliveryApp - The courier service industry is facing an unprecedented number of challenges.
- [WB Power Services hires new DAF tractor units](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/wb-power-services-hires-new-daf-tractor-units-from-hexagon-leasing/): WB Power Services (WBPS) have taken delivery of two new 44T 6x2 DAF FTG XF 480 Super Space Cab Tractor Units from Hexagon Leasing on contract hire.
- [Roger Warnes continues deal with Prometeon tyres](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/roger-warnes-transport-continues-deal-with-prometeon-tyres/): Norfolk-based bulk haulage specialist Roger Warnes Transport and Prometeon Tyre Group have renewed their partnership for another three years.
- [MDF boosts efficiency with Schmitz Cargobull](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/mdf-transport-boosts-efficiency-with-schmitz-cargobull-semi-trailers/): MDF Transport has improved the speed and efficiency of its operations with the addition of two Schmitz Cargobull curtainsider semi-trailers.
- [Vinted and Evri make life easier for sellers](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/vinted-and-evri-make-life-easier-for-sellers/): Vinted, the largest online consumer-to-consumer marketplace in Europe dedicated to preloved fashion, has made it even easier for its customers that are selling and sending items thanks to a new initiative from Evri, the UK’s biggest dedicated parcel delivery company.
- [Bus Centre of Excellence becomes a reality](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/bus-centre-of-excellence-becomes-a-reality/): Today has seen the official announcement of the ‘Bus Centre of Excellence’ – a brand new initiative to bring together knowledge and expertise from across the sector to improve the delivery of bus services.
- [Mercedes-Benz tests electric trucks in Arctic Circle](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/mercedes-benz-tests-electric-trucks-in-arctic-circle/): Mercedes-Benz Trucks has taken two electric eActros trucks to the home of Santa Claus in the Arctic Circle to test their performance in temperatures below 25 degrees Celsius.
- [Macfarlane Packaging adds new electric vehicles to fleet](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/macfarlane-packaging-adds-new-electric-vehicles-to-fleet/): Macfarlane Packaging has added five new electric vehicles (EVs) to its commercial delivery fleet as part of the group’s wider investment in its carbon reduction strategy.
- [East Cambs council goes green with new fleet](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/east-cambs-council-goes-green-with-new-fleet/): Recycling lorries across East Cambridgeshire could soon be running on vegetable oil, as more than £2 million is planned to be spent on new recycling lorries by the council for its new fleet.
- [Hexagon Leasing chooses SM UK to fit DVS compliance kit](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/hexagon-leasing-chooses-sm-uk-to-fit-dvs-compliance-kit-on-100-new-renault-t-range-tractor-units/): Hexagon Leasing has partnered with SM UK Ltd to kit out 100 new Renault T Range tractor units with DVS compliance kit over the first 6 months of this year.
- [Global shippers and hauliers join latest HGVzero](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/global-shippers-and-hauliers-join-latest-hgvzero/): Big names such as Stobart, XPO and Coca-Cola are once again teaming up to launch a cross-industry action group focusing on the decarbonisation of trucks: HGVzero23.
- [Parcels & freight group' DX opens 2 new depots](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/dx-opens-two-new-parcel-depots/): Parcels and freight group DX is opening two new depots in Bracknell (pictured) and Swindon, taking its site openings to six in its current financial year.
- [VKVP Haulage partners with Bridgestone](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/vkvp-haulage-partners-with-bridgestone/): A Suffolk haulage company has turned its wheels towards Bridgestone for an all-encompassing commercial fleet partnership, featuring fuel-efficient new products, retread tyre replacements and industry-leading reporting systems.
- [Ferag presents its technology at IntraLogistex 2023](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/ferag-presents-its-technology-at-intralogistex-2023/): Visitors to the Ferag stand (i106) at this year’s IntraLogisteX show, 28th – 29th March, NEC, Birmingham, will find out how ultra-reliable sorter technology is transforming the operational performance of ecommerce fulfilment.
- [Evri launches zero-emission deliveries in Bristol](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/evri-launches-zero-emission-deliveries-in-bristol/): Evri, the UK’s leading parcel delivery company has partnered with Zedify and Urb-it, two of the top providers of zero-emission delivery solutions to provide carbon free deliveries to all consumers in the Bristol Clean Air Zone.
- [Stagefreight Limited moves into new premises](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/stagefreight-limited-moves-into-new-premises/): Stagefreight Limited has agreed a five-year lease on a new headquarters in Leeds, with property lettings professional, Towngate PLC.
- [Rushlift GSE secures extension to easyJet Gatwick contract](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/rushlift-gse-secures-extension-to-easyjet-gatwick-contract/): Rushlift GSE, the specialist airport ground support equipment and services provider, has won a 56-month extension to its successful, long-running GSE contract with Europe’s leading short-haul airline, easyJet.
- [New FleetCheck software launched at CV Show](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/new-fleetcheck-software-to-be-launched-at-cv-show-2023/): The first-ever top-to-bottom rewrite of the FleetCheck core fleet management software is being launched at Commercial Vehicle Show 2023, CV Show (April 18-20).
- [Rail electrification possible for 95% of UK freight trains](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/rail-electrification-possible-for-95-of-uk-freight-trains/): The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport – CILT(UK) ­­– has released its electrification strategy research which reveals the significant opportunity of electrification across the UK’s rail network.
- [Technology key to successful warehouse automation](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/technology-is-key-to-successful-warehouse-automation/): Businesses looking to transform operational performance in the warehouse should not be limited to choices from a single automation manufacturer.
- [Herefordshire haulier intros employee ownership trust](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/herefordshire-haulier-introduces-employee-ownership-trust/): A Herefordshire haulier which has been operating for more than 100 years has put its staff in the driving seat by introducing an employee ownership trust.
- [P&O joins with Finnlines to boosts freight capacity](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/po-boosts-freight-capacity/): P&O Ferries is joining forces with Finnlines to boost the flow of trade between Belgium and the UK by introducing new sailings on the Zeebrugge-Teesport route.
- [RHA focuses on tackling key industry priorities](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/rha-focuses-on-tackling-key-industry-priorities/): The Road Haulage Association (RHA) is to focus its resources on a number of newly defined priority areas to help better support its members and the wider sector.
- [EV Cargo to purchase stake in Cargo Services](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/ev-cargo-to-purchase-stake-in-cargo-services/): Hong Kong-based Cargo Services Group and JL Enterprises Holdings are planning to sell their stakes in EV Cargo Holdings, which owns EV Cargo UK.
- [Bridgestone commercial tyres save CO2](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/bridgestone-commercial-tyres-save-co2/): Bridgestone has stated its strongest-ever case for the fuel saving and CO2 reducing capabilities of its Duravis and Ecopia tyres, after completing a four-month academic study with Coventry University in response to the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.
- [Kinaxia Logistics makes key appointments](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/kinaxia-logistics-makes-key-appointments/): Kinaxia Logistics has strengthened its senior management team with a series of key appointments as part of major growth plans.
- [Louisa Hosegood joins Board of Logistics UK](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/bis-hendersons-louisa-hosegood-joins-board-of-logistics-uk/): Louisa Hosegood, Strategy and Transformation Director for Bis Henderson Group, has been appointed to the Board of Logistics UK, the largest business group representing the logistics sector in the UK.
- [European Commission CO2 targets revealed](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/european-commission-co2-targets-revealed/): The European Commission has published its proposals for future CO2 standards for trucks and buses over the next two decades.
- [Women aged 20-29 achieve HGV pass rates](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/research-reveals-women-aged-20-29-achieve-highest-hgv-pass-rates/): New research from Pallet-Track has revealed that young women are in top gear when it comes to passing HGV tests, with female drivers aged 20-29 gaining the highest pass rates.
- [Bartrums adds Fruehauf trailers to fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bartrums-adds-fruehauf-trailers-to-fleet/): Bartrums has added three more Fruehauf stepframe bathtub tipping trailers to its fleet to boost its UK-wide malt barley haulage operation.
- [CLdN launches new freight services on North Sea routes](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/cldn-launches-new-ferry-services/): Road, rail and sea logistics specialist CLdN is increasing capacity for freight on its North Sea routes to and from eastern England.
- [AS Taylor boosts cash flow with new TMS](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/as-taylor-boosts-cash-flow-with-new-tms/): Independent haulier AS Taylor Transport is improving cash flow after switching to a new transport management system (TMS).
- [XPO to trial 26 & 44 tonne battery EV's](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/xpo-to-trial-battery-electric-vehicles/): XPO is set to trial 26-tonne and 44-tonne battery electric vehicles (BEV) within its network operations during 2023 in partnership with a number of its customers, the company said this week.
- [DSV launches UK healthcare centre of excellence](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/dsv-launches-uk-healthcare-centre-of-excellence/): DSV UK has consolidated its logistics healthcare expertise into a centre of excellence located in Bristol.
- [Brakes trials zero-emission HGVs with Frigoblock](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/brakes-trials-zero-emission-hgvs-with-frigoblock/): Food service provider Brakes is testing the performance of two new Frigoblock-refrigerated electric multi-temperature HGVs.
- [Pallet network support Air Ambulance Charity](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/pallet-network-pledges-support-to-midlands-air-ambulance-charity/): Wolverhampton-based logistics network Pallet-Track has pledged to raise money for one of the UK’s vital emergency services, Midlands Air Ambulance Charity.
- [Fleet Operations raises £20,000 for charity](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/fleet-operations-raises-20000-for-charity/): A fleet management specialist has smashed its 20th anniversary fundraising target after raising £20,000 for 20 charities.
- [Bullet Express opens Airport Logistics and Training Centre](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/bullet-express-opens-airport-logistics-and-training-centre/): Logistics, distribution and storage firm Bullet Express is set to open a new, 44,000sq ft Airport Logistics and Training Centre at Westway Park, next to Glasgow Airport.
- [Sky electrifies with new Mercedes-Benz eVito](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/sky-electrifies-with-new-mercedes-benz-evito/): Media and entertainment giant Sky has purchased 11 new Mercedes-Benz eVito electric panel vans as part of its drive to go net zero carbon by 2030.
- [Nicholls Transport delivers record GHG savings](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/nicholls-transport-delivers-record-ghg-savings/): Sittingbourne-based Nicholls Transport has cut its greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) by almost 200% in just three months by running an LNG-powered fleet featuring the 44-tonne Iveco Stralis.
- [Webfleet showcases innovative solutions at the CV Show](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/webfleet-showcases-innovative-solutions-at-the-cv-show/): The latest developments in connected fleet management – helping businesses navigate some of the biggest fleet challenges of 2023 – will be showcased by Webfleet at this year’s Commercial Vehicle Show (CV Show).
- [Menzies wins five-year deal with Weber](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/menzies-wins-five-year-deal-with-weber/): Menzies Distribution has won a five-year contract with Weber, the UK arm of building materials giant Saint-Gobain.
- [G.S. Davies & Son rewards drivers with Volvo](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/g-s-davies-son-rewards-drivers-with-volvo/): Family-run G.S.
- [XPO launches Eurotunnel rail service with Schneider](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/xpo-launches-eurotunnel-rail-service-with-schneider/): XPO and its strategic partner Schneider Electric have deployed a road-rail-ferry freight solution between France and the UK to drive down carbon emissions by almost half.
- [Connected EVs save 15 tonnes of CO2 per vehicle](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/connected-evs-save-15-tonnes-of-co2-per-vehicle/): Data from Webfleet, Bridgestone’s globally trusted fleet management solution, reveals that European fleets using EVs have cut their carbon emissions by more than 15 tonnes of CO2 per vehicle, per year.
- [Darcica Logistics turns electric in Oxford](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/darcica-logistics-turns-electric-in-oxford/): Palletways member Darcica Logistics has taken delivery of its first fully electric 3.5-tonne truck, allowing it to offer zero-emission deliveries and collections in Oxford.
- [KBC Logistics orders 51 Krone trailers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/kbc-logistics-orders-51-krone-trailers/): Container logistics specialist KBC is taking delivery of 51 Box Liner FS10 skeletal trailers from Krone, growing its overall KBC/Krone fleet to 160.
- [DHL Supply Chain invests in new trailers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/dhl-supply-chain-invests-in-new-trailers/): DHL Supply Chain has added 32 new temperature-controlled trailers to its Burton’s Biscuits fleet, each fitted with Carrier Transicold Vector HE 19 units.
- [Fleet software reduces unplanned vehicle downtime](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fleet-software-reduces-unplanned-vehicle-downtime/): Six out of 10 businesses have announced that using fleet management software helps them to reduce unplanned vehicle downtime, FleetCheck is reporting.
- [GXO Logistics extends partnership with Groupe SEB](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/gxo-logistics-extends-partnership-with-groupe-seb/): GXO Logistics has extended its partnership with French domestic appliance manufacturer Groupe SEB in a deal which will also see it offer additional warehouse space in the UK.
- [How can you drive efficiency & accuracy, and save time?](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/how-can-you-drive-efficiency-and-accuracy-and-save-time-in-your-supply-chain-with-on-time-in-full-strategies/): If you work in supply chain logistics, then making sure your deliveries arrive on time and in full will be key to your success.
- [GCRE outlines next phase of rail centre investment](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/gcre-outlines-next-phase-of-rail-centre-investment/): The Global Centre of Rail Excellence (GCRE) has outlined the next phase of its plans to bring in private sector investment.
- [Enerveo and Rivus work on EV expansion project](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/enerveo-and-rivus-work-on-ev-expansion-project/): Multi-disciplinary modern contracting business, Enerveo has announced its latest partnership with award-winning fleet manager Rivus, as both organisations drive to net zero through the installation of Electric Vehicle (EV) infrastructure.
- [Volvo LNG help Arla Foods reduce carbon emissions](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/volvo-lng-trucks-help-arla-foods-reduce-carbon-emissions/): Arla Foods has taken delivery of seven new Volvo FM LNG 6×2 tractor units to help the business meet its targets to reduce the CO2 emissions of its operation by 2030.
- [Wincanton extends partnership with DFS](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/wincanton-extends-partnership-with-dfs/): Wincanton has been awarded another three-year contract with furniture retailer DFS Group.
- [Croydon haulier achieves ninth FORS Gold award](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/croydon-haulier-achieves-ninth-fors-gold-award/): A Croydon logistics firm is starting 2023 in pole position after achieving the industry’s coveted Gold standard Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) award for the ninth year in a row.
- [Greenergy and Octopus Hydrogen start partnership](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/greenergy-and-octopus-hydrogen-start-partnership/): Octopus Hydrogen and Greenergy Flexigrid have sealed a logistics partnership deal for the collection and delivery of green hydrogen to Octopus Hydrogen customers.
- [SSO Logistics creates job opportunities](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/sso-logistics-creates-job-opportunities/): Liverpool-based haulier SSO Logistics has created 16 new jobs since joining Pallet-Track in 2021 and is set to hire another 20 staff this year.
- [Siemens wins solar power contract for UK rail](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/siemens-wins-solar-power-contract-for-uk-rail/): Siemens Mobility, in association with its partners the University of York and British Solar Renewables, has received two contracts to explore solar energy for powering the UK rail system.
- [Bridgestone receives EcoVadis Platinum ranking](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/bridgestone-receives-prestigious-ecovadis-platinum-ranking/): For the second year running, Bridgestone EMIA has been awarded a Platinum rating in its annual EcoVadis sustainability assessment.
- [Curtain-sided Staffordshire lorries targeted in DVSA](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/curtain-sided-staffordshire-lorries-targeted-in-dvsa-operation/): Staffordshire road users were protected from dangerous vehicles as the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) carried out a week of enforcement action, helping keep Britain’s roads safe.
- [Eric Wright continues electric expansion](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/eric-wright-continues-electric-expansion/): Preston-based property and construction company Eric Wright Group has officially handed over its 100th electric fleet vehicle.
- [SEA Transport acquisition named Deal of the Month](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/sea-transport-acquisition-named-deal-of-the-month/): The acquisition of a port services and maritime haulage business by Enact, the SME fund managed by private equity house Endless, has been named as Deal of the Month for November.
- [XPO (NYSE: XPO) looks into new paths to grow](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/xpo-looks-into-new-paths-to-grow/): For the last two years, XPO (NYSE: XPO) has been in the process of breaking up the transportation and logistics behemoth it had become via multiple acquisitions over the last decade.
- [HSH Coldstores acquires ACS&T in £16.5m deal](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/hsh-coldstores-acquires-acst-in-16-5m-deal/): Associated Cold Stores and Transport (ACS&T) is to be acquired by HSH Coldstores for £16.5m in cash.
- [EV Cargo publishes first sustainability report](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/ev-cargo-publishes-first-sustainability-report/): Global freight forwarding, supply chain services and technology company EV Cargo ramped up its efforts to become more sustainable during 2021, according to its inaugural sustainability report, published this week.
- [Chiltern Cold Storage rebrands as JS Davidson](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/chiltern-cold-storage-rebrands-as-js-davidson/): Chiltern Cold Storage has rebranded as JS Davidson, taking the name of the company's managing director John Davidson, following a major investment programme, rising demand for its services and a spate of major contract wins.
- [Wincanton extends Neal’s Yard contract](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/wincanton-extends-neals-yard-contract/): Wincanton Group has won an extension to its fulfilment and distribution partnership with Neal’s Yard Remedies, aided by its robotics offering, eco-friendly facility and value-added services.
- [Nestlé launches trial of electric shunter at York site](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/nestle-launches-trial-of-electric-shunter-at-york-site/): Confectionary manufacturer Nestlé UK & Ireland has launched a trial of an electric shunter at its York site as part of plans to eventually replace the diesel shunters across its UK depots and reduce its carbon footprint.
- [Alan R Jones & Sons adds DAF XG vehicles to fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/alan-r-jones-sons-adds-daf-xg-vehicles-to-fleet/): Alan R Jones & Sons, which was acquired by Fagan & Whalley in February this year, has boosted its fleet with two new DAF XG trucks.
- [AGI Global Logistics opens new offices](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/agi-global-logistics-opens-new-offices/): AGI Global Logistics has opened two new offices in Cheadle and Winchester, taking its total number of offices to 18.
- [ArrowXL wins delivery contract with Ebac](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/arrowxl-wins-delivery-contract-with-ebac/): Two person home delivery specialist ArrowXL has won a contract to deliver washing machines to households across the UK after impressing British manufacturer Ebac with its customer service.
- [Trucksters launches app to support drivers](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/trucksters-launches-app-to-support-drivers/): Freight start-up Trucksters has teamed up with healthcare app Cristobal to provide lorry drivers with a programme to improve their mental health.
- [Volvo Trucks expands electric options](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/volvo-trucks-expands-electric-options/): Volvo Trucks has expanded its range of vehicles and launched electric rigid versions of its Volvo FH, FM and FMX models.
- [New warehouse extension for Walker Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/new-warehouse-extension-for-walker-logistics/): Walker Logistics’ has announced that work on the development of its new 125,000 sq ft warehouse at Membury, Berkshire, will commence early in 2023.
- [UK government announces transport innovation fund](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/uk-government-announces-transport-innovation-fund/): The UK government has committed £1.85 million to a fund earmarked for innovative transport projects across the country.
- [T&L - XPO to transport for Hanson UK](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/xpo-to-transport-for-hanson-uk/): XPO has entered into a multi-year partnership to distribute packed cement and cementitious materials from Hanson UK's facilities in Warwickshire, the East Midlands, North Wales and Lancashire.
- [IAM RoadSmart warns motorists to be extra careful](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/iam-roadsmart-warns-motorists-to-be-extra-careful/): As staff from National Highways are preparing to strike, and Britain is plunged into severe weather conditions, the UK’s leading independent road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart, is warning motorists to take extra care during the disruption.
- [New service vans in operation for Tructyre](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/new-service-vans-in-operation-for-tructyre/): As part of a continuing investment programme, as well as a desire to meet ongoing demand, Tructyre will be inducting 80 new truck service vans to their fleet.
- [Whistl DDM wins Bronze at DMA Awards](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/whistl-ddm-wins-bronze-at-dma-awards/): Whistl Doordrop Media, the UK market leaders in audience targeting and leaflet services and its client Oddbox were a bronze winner of the Direct Marketing Association DMA Award for best use of unaddressed print category.
- [Silvey Fleet’s customer-first approach earns IIC Gold](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/silvey-fleets-customer-first-approach-earns-iic-gold/): Silvey Fleet is one of the UK’s most established resellers of fuel cards and fleet management solutions.
- [Kinaxia Logistics chooses Nulogy software solutions](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/kinaxia-logistics-chooses-nulogy-for-its-software-solutions/): Kinaxia Logistics is working with cloud-based supply chain software solutions provider Nulogy to future-proof its contract packing business Kinaxia Logistics & Fulfilment.
- [DX Group opens new parcels depot in Plymouth](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/dx-group-opens-new-parcels-depot-in-plymouth/): DX Group, the parcel, fright and logistics firm, has opened a new depot in Plymouth, the fourth of eight planned over the next six months.
- [Optimising insurance to alleviate financial pressure](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/optimising-insurance-to-alleviate-financial-pressure/): Transport and logistics businesses across the UK are operating in an increasingly challenging economic environment.
- [Rightcharge collaborates with Mercedes-Benz Vans](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/rightcharge-collaborates-with-mercedes-benz-vans/): The collaboration signifies a mutual commitment to supporting electric fleets.
- [Armstrong Vehicle Centre New Showroom](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/armstrong-vehicle-centre-new-showroom/): Armstrong Vehicle Centre, (member of the Wm Armstrong Group), is set to make history with the grand opening of its new showroom in Kingstown, Carlisle.
- [Spring Budget fails to deliver for retailers and SME's](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/spring-budget-fails-to-deliver-for-retailers-and-smes/): The Budget that wasn’t.
- [Truck stops upgraded with £16.5m investment](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/truck-stops-upgraded-with-16-5m-investment/): Industry and Government are jointly investing £16.5 million to improve 38 truck stop rest areas across England.
- [Infinite PL Investment in GN TEQ Limited](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/infinite-pl-investment-in-gn-teq-limited/): Infinite PL announced that it is investing to take a significant stake in GN TEQ Limited, a United Kingdom based technology company focused on developing transformative software solutions to serve the e-commerce and cross-border logistics industries.
- [Wincanton backs £762m takeover from GXO](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/wincanton-backs-762m-takeover-from-gxo/): Bosses at logistics giant Wincanton have agreed to the latest takeover offer from a US suitor following a battle to buy the firm.
- [New generation trains for Naples Metro Line 6](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/new-generation-trains-for-naples-metro-line-6/): The order will be carried out at Hitachi rail’s factories in Naples and Pistoia.
- [e-power & Commercial Fuel Solutions partnership](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/e-power-commercial-fuel-solutions-partnership/): A strategic partnership between Commercial Fuel Solutions Limited and European generator manufacturer e-power ® has been announced.
- [Multimodal - NEC Birmingham 11-13th June](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/multimodal-nec-birmingham-11-13th-june/): Sustainable Supply Chain Management & Logistics For Cargo Owners.
- [CBVC Vehicle Management maximises fleet up-time](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/cbvc-vehicle-management-maximises-fleet-up-time/): Chasetown Civil Engineering is running a significantly more efficient fleet thanks to a bespoke solution from CBVC Vehicle Management, the Staffordshire-based fleet management company.
- [Few transport firms saw an increase in Jan turnover](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/few-transport-firms-saw-an-increase-in-jan-turnover/): A new survey reveals only 6.7% of transport & storage sector businesses enjoyed an increase in turnover in January, the lowest result of all business sectors.
- [RHA Welcome UKWA, Year of Warehousing Visit](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/rha-welcome-ukwa-year-of-warehousing-visit/): The RHA was delighted to join in with UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) celebrations as it marks its 80th anniversary.
- [International trade takes to the skies](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/international-trade-takes-to-the-skies/): Key express air cargo routes are experiencing severe delays and rising rates.
- [GxpManager's Role in Digitizing Critical Data](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/empowering-logistics-gxpmanager-role-in-digitizing-critical-data-and-ensuring-compliance/): In recent years, the logistics and transportation industry has experienced exponential growth, bringing many challenges.
- [Torque of the Town! Apprentice of the Year!](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/torque-of-the-town-mechanic-lewis-crowned-apprentice-of-the-year/): Torque of the Town! Mechanic Lewis Crowned Apprentice of the Year!
- [Staying in Control During Peak Season](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/staying-in-control-during-peak-season/): Notwithstanding continued economic challenges, there was a rise in consumer spending across the period which, supported by figures from Retail Economics, accounted for £202bn worth of global sales online and a 3.7 per cent increase in the UK.
- [Online & fashion miss out on New Year sales boom](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/online-fashion-miss-out-on-new-year-sales-boom/): Led by supermarket and food sales, retail spending soared by 3.9% in January, according to new official figures.
- [Mac’s Truck Sales Introduce New Access Spec Body](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/macs-truck-sales-introduce-new-access-spec-body/): Mac’s Truck Sales, one of the UK’s leading family run bespoke new & used truck dealers has introduced their new access spec truck body to the market, featuring the shallowest loading angle in the industry, and a suite of features designed to enhance, quicken and optimise customers operations.
- [DfT Supports Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric HGVs](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/dft-supports-first-large-scale-deployment-of-hydrogen-fuel-cell-electric-hgvs-in-the-uk/): Tees Valley Combined Authority has announced £7m in UK government funding as part of the Tees Valley Hydrogen Transport Hub for hydrogen projects to decarbonise the transport network in the northeast.
- [GreenFleet Roadshow - On the Road to Net Zero](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/greenfleet-roadshow-on-the-road-to-net-zero/): This year GREENFLEET are proud to present to you the A-Z rally. Our 5-day epic showcase of all things EV will take on more miles than ever before...
- [Scaling Your Logistics Capabilities by a Factor of X2](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/scaling-your-logistics-capabilities-by-a-factor-of-x2/): As a leading 4PL service provider, X2 works with clients across the country to expand their logistics capabilities with access to an enormous network of reputable hauliers.
- [UKWA’s CEO on Pilgrimage Around 80 Warehouses](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/spot-ukwas-ceo-on-her-pilgrimage-around-80-warehouses-in-2024-and-win-a-bottle-of-bubbly/): As part of the exciting 2024 The Year of Warehousing campaign, UKWA CEO Clare Bottle will be visiting 80 warehouses throughout the UK, putting the sector firmly in the spotlight and ensuring we achieve the recognition we deserve as critical to supply chains, to the UK economy and to the achievement of UK’s net zero goals.
- [Knorr-Bremse equips 246 Stadler Light Rail Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/reliable-rail-mobility-knorr-bremse-equips-246-stadler-light-rail-vehicles/): Knorr-Bremse is to equip at least 246 of Stadler’s CITYLINK streetcars with various system solutions.
- [Sustainable Road Transport Show : Fleet Decarbonisation](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/sustainable-road-transport-show-to-drive-solutions-for-commercial-and-passenger-fleet-decarbonisation/): Free visitor registration is now open for the Sustainable Road Transport Show – the UK’s dedicated exhibition and conference for solving commercial and passenger fleet decarbonisation.
- [Cummins : Minister For Energy Efficiency And Green Finance](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/minister-for-energy-efficiency-and-green-finance-visits-cummins-darlington/): Lord Callanan, Minister for Energy Efficiency and Green Finance, visited Cummins Darlington to learn more about the company’s transition to zero-carbon technologies.
- [Efficiency First: The Road to Electrification](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/efficiency-first-the-road-to-electrification/): Electrification is at the heart of net zero planning for many energy intensive businesses across the UK.
- [Show Preview: Retail Supply Chain & Logistics Expo](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/show-preview-retail-supply-chain-logistics-expo/): The Retail Supply Chain & Logistics Expo is the UK’s leading retail-focused logistics exhibition.
- [Timely New Partnership with Swiss Partner](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/timely-new-partnership-with-swiss-partner/): Europa Road is kicking off 2024 by boosting its service for customers looking to transit goods to and from Switzerland, a country showing significant growth in trade with the UK.
- [Kinaxia Upgrades Fleet with 200 Tiger Trailers Curtainsiders](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/kinaxia-upgrades-fleet-with-over-200-curtainsiders-from-tiger-trailers/): Kinaxia Logistics has upgraded its fleet with more than 200 bespoke new curtainsiders from Tiger Trailers.
- [Trainer’s adaptive-controls steers Darren to Class 1](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/top-trainers-adaptive-controls-vehicle-steers-darren-to-class-1-licence/): Top trainer’s adaptive-controls vehicle steers Darren to Class 1 licence A disabled driver says his world ‘would be so much smaller’ without the support of a training expert in helping him gain a Class 1 HGV qualification.
- [Celebration : Industry-Leading Fulfilment Specialists ILG](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/a-year-to-celebrate-for-industry-leading-fulfilment-specialists-ilg/): 2023 has been another year to remember for ILG, part of the Yusen Logistics family, with awards, accreditations and generous amounts raised for charity.
- [Nestlé Cuts Ocean Transport Emissions with Maersk’s ECO](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/nestle-cuts-ocean-transport-emissions-with-maersks-eco-delivery-solution-by-over-80/): Nestlé, the world's largest food and beverage company, is cutting its ocean logistics greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by using Maersk’s ECO Delivery solution for 100% of its ocean containers shipped by Maersk in 2023, with an option to extend this agreement into 2024 and beyond.
- [Scania’s New Biogas Engines: Go Green with 5% Fuel Savings](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/scanias-new-biogas-engines-going-greener-with-5-fuel-savings/): Scania first hinted about its new biogas engines at last year’s IAA fair, but when the state-of-the-art engines arrived they came with a twist – they are now paired with two-thirds of the successful Super-based powertrain.
- [Kinaxia Invests £2M in CNG in Quest of Net Zero](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/kinaxia-invests-over-2m-in-cng-trucks-in-quest-towards-net-zero-goal-iveco-s-way/): Kinaxia Logistics has taken delivery of its first batch of tractor units powered by compressed natural gas as it moves towards having a net zero fleet across its national linehaul service.
- [Manchester Airport’s New “Super Terminal”](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/manchester-airports-new-super-terminal-named-one-of-the-worlds-most-beautiful/): The new terminal, part of the £1.3bn Manchester Airport Transformation Programme, has been recognised in the airports category of the prestigious Prix Versailles, an award for cutting-edge architecture, as judges called the design of the facility “inspiring”.
- [Brent Cross West - London's Newest Mainline Station](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/brent-cross-west-londons-newest-mainline-station-opens-10th-december/): Brent Cross West station will be the first major new mainline station in London in over a decade.
- [Telematics Brand ABAX Strengthens Market Position](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/telematics-brand-abax-strengthens-uk-market-position-through-movolytics-acquisition/): ABAX, a leading player in the telematics industry, is proud to announce the successful acquisition of Movolytics, the Cambridge-based fleet management and tracking business.
- [Unipart Wins Safety, Wellbeing & Sustainability ‘Treble’](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/unipart-wins-world-first-safety-wellbeing-and-sustainability-treble/): Unipart has become the first organisation ever to be recognised with a world-class safety, wellbeing and sustainability ‘treble’ by the British Safety Council.
- [Volvo FH Electric Wins “Truck of the Year 2024” Award](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-fh-electric-wins-truck-of-the-year-2024-award/): Volvo’s heavy electric truck, the Volvo FH Electric, has been selected as International Truck of the Year 2024.
- [Port of Hull Welcomes New Samskip Baltic Sea Service](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/port-of-hull-welcomes-new-samskip-baltic-sea-service/): Associated British Ports (ABP) welcomed a new weekly service to its Port of Hull from the Port of Riga in Latvia and the Port of Helsinki in Finland.
- [HS2 Adopts Hi-Tech Digital Concrete Testing to Cut Carbon](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/verifi-hs2-adopts-hi-tech-digital-concrete-testing-to-cut-carbon-on-the-project/): VERIFI - A successful trial of a ground-breaking digital measuring system for concrete has led to a roll-out across multiple HS2 sites, cutting carbon and driving efficiencies on the construction project.
- [HGV Parking and Driver Welfare Grant Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/hgv-parking-and-driver-welfare-grant-scheme-deadline-20th-november-2023/): HGV drivers will now benefit from improved roadside facilities as part of the Governments continued action with the industry to increase driver welfare and improve working conditions by supporting safer rest areas.
- [Avolon Completes Delivery of 5 Airbus A320neos to Flynas](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/avolon-has-completed-the-delivery-of-5-new-airbus-a320neos-to-flynas/): Avolon, a leading global aviation finance company, has completed the delivery of 5 new Airbus A320neos to Middle Eastern low-cost carrier, Flynas.
- [UKWA Welcomes Funding for Warehouse Apprenticeship](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/ukwa-welcomes-revised-funding-for-warehouse-operative-apprenticeship/): The UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) has welcomed news that the Funding Band for Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Apprenticeships has been revised upwards to Band 8 (up to £5,000).
- [Limited Spaces Remaining for Logistics UK's Welsh Lunch](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/faun-zoeller-limited-spaces-remaining-for-logistics-uks-welsh-lunch/): With only two weeks to go until Logistics UK’s renowned 2023 Welsh Lunch- sponsored by FAUN Zoeller - those wishing to attend are advised to book now to avoid disappointment.
- [Mercedes-Benz Announces Pricing For the New eCitan](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/mercedes-benz-vans-announces-uk-pricing-specification-for-the-new-ecitan/): The new Mercedez-Benz eCitan - the most highly-equipped vehicle in the small van segment, with technology and specifications designed to enhance range efficiency, reduce downtime and maximise safety.
- [Suited for Success Hits the Road with New Bus](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/suited-for-success-hits-the-road/): Suited for Success, an award-winning Birmingham charity dedicated to empowering unemployed individuals with confidence-boosting interview skills and clothing, is proud to announce the launch of its new initiative: the Suited for Success Employment Bus.
- [DAF Introduces a Full Range of Enhanced Safety Features](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/generation-daf-introduces-a-full-range-of-enhanced-safety-features/): DAF Trucks is enhancing the already industry leading safety and driver comfort of all New Generation DAF models by adding a full suite of new Advanced Driver Assistant Systems (ADAS) ex-factory.
- [Avanti West Coast Boosts Public Art in Cheshire Town](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/avanti-west-coast-helps-boost-public-artwork-in-cheshire-town/): Avanti West Coast helps Macclesfield create art trail where people can enjoy cultural points of interest that celebrate the town.
- [Touring Welfare Bus Brings Health Checks Direct](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/mclaughlin-harvey-touring-welfare-bus-brings-health-checks-direct-to-site-workers/): Construction firm McLaughlin & Harvey has partnered with Roadshow Promotions to commission a touring welfare bus, bringing essential health checks directly to their employees.
- [Looking at the Future of the Ports Industry](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/bpa-the-british-ports-association-is-looking-at-the-future-of-the-ports-industry-with-its-dynamic-thought-leadership-programme/): The British Ports Association (BPA), the national trade body for ports and harbours, has re-issued its invitation to industry specialists to collaborate with its dynamic thought leadership project, which examines what the future holds for the ports sector.
- [Edwin James Group : Carbon Reduction with EV Vans](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/edwin-james-group-targets-carbon-reduction-with-electric-vans/): Edwin James Group, has launched a pilot programme that will eventually replace around 70 diesel vans per year with eco-friendly alternatives.
- [BJS Haulage & Construct IT New West Midlands Site](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bjs-haulage-and-construct-it-make-space-for-more-growth-with-new-west-midlands-site/): National hauliers BJS Haulage and Construct IT, have jointly opened a new site in Wednesfield, Wolverhampton, expanding their operating sites in response to demand from their growing client base.
- [Grand Prix Express Celebrates 45th Anniversary](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/grand-prix-express-celebrates-45th-anniversary-with-the-addition-of-four-new-trucks-from-hexagon-leasing/): Grand Prix Express based in Colwyn Bay in North Wales have taken delivery of 4 brand new DAF FTG XF 480 tractor units from Hexagon Leasing.
- [Urging Welsh Government to Plan for the Future](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-businesses-urge-welsh-government-to-plan-for-the-future/): Logistics businesses have this week urged the Welsh government to provide a clear future plan for logistics at a roundtable hosted by Logistics UK, attended by Welsh Deputy Minister for Climate Change, Lee Waters MS.
- [Signatrol launches tempmate dry ice data logger](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/signatrol-launches-tempmate-dry-ice-temperature-data-logger/): Signatrol, the premier data logging experts has launched an easy-to-use cryogenic temperature data logger in the UK, developed specifically for temperatures as low as -90°C, making it ideal for use in dry ice transportation of perishable food and medical supplies.
- [Product longevity 1st step towards waste management](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/why-product-longevity-is-powerful-first-step-towards-greener-waste-management/): For many warehouse and logistics firms, the desire to improve the sustainability of their operations has increased significantly in recent times, and with three quarters of businesses facing pressure from customers to improve their sustainability credentials1, there’s never been a better time to invest in the waste management systems at your facility.
- [Hexagon Leasing achieves “significant milestone”](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/hexagon-leasing-achieves-significant-milestone-with-move-to-new-company-hq-in-burton/): Hexagon Leasing is now operating from one large multifunctional site at Alrewas, Burton-Upon-Trent, encompassing its head office, rental services and used trucks offering.
- [Premier Paper & Hexagon switch to Renault Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/premier-paper-makes-switch-to-renault-trucks-thanks-to-new-partnership-with-hexagon-leasing/): Premier Paper, one of the UK’s leading suppliers of paper and material for print, has taken delivery of five new Renault Trucks T480 Turbo Compound tractor units from Hexagon Leasing.
- [Avoid backache, drive waste efficiency & productivity ](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/avoid-the-headache-of-backache-and-drive-waste-efficiency-and-productivity/): Avoid the headache of backache, and drive waste efficiency and productivity With tonnes of waste and materials continuously on the move, a busy warehouse is an environment that places tough demands on both workers and their equipment.
- [DX invests £3m in EVs for IKEA partnership](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/dx-invests-3m-in-evs-for-ikea-partnership/): Parcel delivery company DX Group has invested another £3m to boost its fleet of electric vans for exclusive use in its delivery and logistics partnership with IKEA.
- [Janssen buys Maltacourt in UK expansion drive](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/janssen-buys-maltacourt-in-uk-expansion-drive/): Dutch multinational Janssen Group is continuing its drive into the UK market with the acquisition of Maltacourt Global Logistics.
- [Generation Logistics wins more government funding](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/generation-logistics-wins-another-year-of-government-funding/): The Generation Logistics campaign, which aims to improve recruitment and retention in the logistics workforce, has won another year of government funding.
- [SSE to trial van from First Hydrogen](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/sse-to-trial-van-from-first-hydrogen/): SSE is to be the first utility to trial a hydrogen-powered vehicle from First Hydrogen – and put it to the test in real-life fleet operations.
- [DMN Logistics acquires JLL Vehicle Distribution](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/dmn-logistics-acquires-jll-vehicle-distribution/): DMN Logistics has completed the acquisition of JLL Vehicle Distribution to boost its EV and transported vehicle logistics operation as it focusses on business growth and expansion in 2023.
- [Zenobē & National Express 1st sustainable shuttle service](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/zenobe-partners-with-national-express-for-first-sustainable-shuttle-service/): Electric vehicle (EV) fleet and battery storage specialist Zenobē has partnered with National Express to deliver the first sustainable shuttle bus service to Glastonbury, putting the wheels in motion for the decarbonisation of mass passenger transport to and from large-scale events.
- [Recycling right way to drive efficiency & cut costs](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/rcp-recycling-the-right-way-could-help-your-facility-drive-efficiency-and-cut-costs/): RCP - With 75% of warehouse and logistics businesses facing pressure from customers to improve the sustainability of their operations, there’s never been a better time to invest in waste management systems.
- [IAM RoadSmart launches new campaign](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/iam-roadsmart-launches-new-campaign/): As the UK’s leading road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart is launching a campaign, in alliance with organisations across the industry, to make the roads safer for motorcyclists and ensure they are consistently recognised as vulnerable road users.
- [Port of Tilbury launches recruitment drive](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/port-of-tilbury-launches-recruitment-drive/): The Port of Tilbury is looking to fill 30 new jobs and ten warehouse and logistics apprenticeships as it continues to expand its business.
- [Snetterton-based Foulger Transport join Palletforce](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/foulger-to-join-palletforce/): Foulger Transport has quit Palletways to become the seventh Kinaxia subsidiary to join Palletforce - following in the footsteps of Lambert Brothers, Panic Transport, William Kirk, N C Cammack, Maiden’s of Telford and Bay Freight.
- [DPD to launch new EcoLab to cut carbon emissions](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/dpd-to-launch-new-ecolab/): DPD is looking to cut carbon emissions in transport, delivery and buildings with the help of its first EcoLab, which will work with innovative companies with sustainable solutions.
- [Fenton Packaging Solutions buyout complete](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/fenton-packaging-solutions-buyout-complete/): Leeds-based Fenton Packaging Solutions has been sold by way of a Management Buyout (MBO).
- [HGV levy to start again on 1 August](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/hgv-levy-to-start-again-on-1-august/): The HGV levy, abandoned at the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, is to be reintroduced from 1 August with a new emphasis on emissions, weight and time spent in the UK.
- [Yusen Logistics and Howdens joinery get makeover](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/yusen-logistics-and-howdens-joinery-get-makeover/): Yusen Logistics has changed the vinyl wrapping on 58 of its truck cabs to a striking black livery to reflect its distribution contract with Howdens Joinery Group.
- [EFS Global acquires 23rd business ILS Holdings](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/efs-global-acquires-ils-holdings/): EFS Global is back on the acquisition trail having snapped up its 23rd business since 2015 with the addition of East Sussex-based ILS Holdings.
- [MP praises HGV training firm GO-LGV](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/mp-praises-training-firm-go-lgv/): A local MP has praised a Gosport-based HGV training provider for simplifying the process for candidates to obtain their Class 1 licence.
- [Speakers announced for Zemo 20:Zero conference](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/speakers-announced-for-zemo-20zero-conference/): Zemo Partnership’s 20th Anniversary Conference and celebration reception Zemo 20:Zero takes place on Thursday 15 June at City Hall, London.
- [DP World to reward customers that switch from road to rail](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/dp-world-to-reward-customers-that-switch-from-road-to-rail/): DP World is to directly incentivise customers to move their imported goods off the road and onto rail in a major new initiative, as part of its ambition to be the most sustainable logistics business in the UK.
- [Allstar improves fleet charging network with InstaVolt](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/allstar-improves-fleet-charging-network-with-instavolt/): Fuel payment firm Allstar has added charge point provider InstaVolt to its EV charging network, taking the Allstar network to over 11,000 charge points across more than 4,000 locations.
- [XPO offers additional paid leave for UK & Ireland](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/xpo-offers-additional-paid-leave/): XPO, a leading provider of innovative and sustainable transport and logistics solutions in Europe, now offers 10 days of additional paid leave for UK and Ireland colleagues while they or their partners undergo fertility treatment.
- [Pallet-Track's charity golf day raises over £6k](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/pallet-tracks-charity-golf-day-raises-over-6k/): Over 50 golfers teed off for a great cause and raised £6,360 for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity at Wolverhampton logistics firm Pallet-Track’s annual golf day.
- [Bridgestone makes investment in retread tyre range](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/bridgestone-makes-investment-in-retread-tyre-range/): Bridgestone’s commitment to its retread tyre offering has been emphatically underlined with a multi-million-pound upgrade of its range, which will further expand its manufacturing processes and lead to more ‘hot’ products being produced than ever before from its Lincolnshire factory.
- [First all-electric coach arrives in West Midlands](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/first-all-electric-coach-arrives-in-west-midlands/): A West Midlands bus and coach operator is leading the drive to zero emissions after investing in the region’s first all-electric coach.
- [Preston-based FDC invests in Scania fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fdc-invests-in-scania-fleet/): Preston-based haulage and logistics operator FDC Holdings has marked the conclusion of its 25th anniversary celebrations with investment in two new Scania tractor units and ten new trailers.
- [Radius to help businesses transition to electric vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/radius-to-help-businesses-transition-to-electric-vehicles/): Radius, the global mobility and connectivity leader headquartered in Crewe, has announced a £10 million investment into its EV division, Radius Charge.
- [CILT(UK) announces its annual conference agenda](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/ciltuk-announces-its-annual-conference-agenda/): CILT (UK) is pleased to announce the entire programme for its annual conference, titled 'Future Capabilities,' as well as this year's Next Generation Conference Chair.
- [Fluent Commerce appoints new VP of Engineering](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/fluent-commerce-appoints-new-vp-of-engineering/): Fluent Commerce has announced the appointment of Wendy Zveglic as its new VP of Engineering.
- [Wren Kitchens praises the Truckfile drive app](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/wren-praises-the-truckfile-app/): Wren Kitchens saw a massive increase in defect reporting – and a corresponding improvement in the speed of fault rectification – as a result of using the Truckfile Driver App.
- [Womens Aid & National Express Launch Woman Refuge](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/womens-aid-and-national-express-launch-road-to-refuge/): Women’s Aid has joined forces with the UK’s leading scheduled coach operator to support survivors of abuse by providing free National Express coach travel across the UK.
- [Chivas Brothers announces Scotland's first electric HGV](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/chivas-brothers-announces-scotlands-first-electric-hgv/): Chivas Brothers, one of Scotland’s leading Scotch whisky producers and makers of Chivas Regal and The Glenlivet, has announced the delivery into service of Scotland’s first on-road all-electric tractor unit in partnership with electromobility market leader Volvo Trucks.
- [Lidl announces 1500 warehouse jobs](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/lidl-announces-1500-warehouse-jobs/): Lidl GB has announced that it is recruiting over 1,500 warehouse colleagues across its existing regional distribution centre network, while confirming plans to build a new RDC on a 35-acre site in Gildersome, Leeds.
- [Bramble Energy gets £12 million funding](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bramble-energy-gets-12-million-funding/): Bramble Energy has joined forces with Equipmake, Aeristech and the University of Bath to develop a new hydrogen double-deck bus integrating Bramble’s printed circuit board fuel cell (PCBFCTM) technology.
- [Volvo Trucks Tests Hydrogen-powered Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-trucks-tests-hydrogen-powered-electric-trucks-on-public-roads/): Volvo Trucks tests hydrogen-powered electric trucks on public roads for the first time.
- [Michael Leeson joins Whistl Fulfilment](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/michael-leeson-joins-whistl-fulfilment/): Whistl, the UK’s leading logistics specialists in e-fulfilment, mail and parcels has appointed Michael Leeson as Regional Director (South) for its Whistl Fulfilment division.
- [Centre for green hydrogen innovation launched](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/centre-for-green-hydrogen-innovation-launched/): Heriot-Watt University has teamed up with hydrogen technologies experts Logan Energy and PlusZero to launch a new centre for green hydrogen innovation and product development.
- [Pallet-Track delivers road safety training](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/pallet-track-delivers-road-safety-training/): Pallet-Track and the Road Haulage Association (RHA) have teamed up to create a road safety training initiative aimed at increasing staff awareness of the problems faced by HGV drivers both on the road and on site.
- [Novuna to open EV charging forecourt](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/novuna-to-open-ev-charging-forecourt/): Fleet leasing provider Novuna Vehicle Solutions is planning to open an electric vehicle (EV) charging forecourt for cars and vans - a first for the UK’s contract hire and leasing industry.
- [D&D Transport appoints new sales director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/dd-transport-appoints-new-sales-director/): Palletways member D&D Transport has appointed Joanne Seabrook as sales director with a brief to develop business in Nottingham and deliver service excellence on a range of key accounts.
- [XPO awarded inbound logistics management by Wavin](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/xpo-awarded-inbound-logistics-management-by-wavin/): XPO, a leading provider of innovative transport and logistics solutions in Europe, and Wavin, one of the world's top manufacturers of plastic pipe systems, have renewed and expanded their long-time partnership in the UK.
- [New Chief of Staff for Associated British Ports ABP](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/new-chief-of-staff-for-abp/): 1st July marks the start date for the new Chief of Staff role at Associated British Ports (ABP), the UK’s leading ports operator.
- [Logistics UK Supporting Rail Safety Week](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/logistics-uk-supporting-rail-safety-week/): Logistics UK is supporting Rail Safety Week, a vital initiative in raising awareness and promoting the importance of rail safety across the industry and communities it serves.
- [Achieve Carbon Neutral Deliveries: Sustainable Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/achieve-carbon-neutral-deliveries-sustainable-logistics/): The transportation and logistics industry is on the brink of a green revolution.
- [National Express Renews Partnership with CitySwift](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-renews-partnership-with-cityswift/): CitySwift, leader in performance optimisation for the public transport sector across the globe, has today announced the continuation of its partnership with National Express West Midlands (NXWM).
- [First look - Business From Zero-Emission Pioneers Wrightbus](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/first-look-business-from-zero-emission-pioneers-wrightbus/): World-leading bus manufacturer Wrightbus today took the wraps off a bold new enterprise designed to replace older diesel engines with new zero-emission electric powertrains.
- [UKWA 2024 Year of Warehousing Golf Challenge](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/ukwa-2024-year-of-warehousing-golf-challenge/): The next event on the UKWA’s busy Year of Warehousing schedule is a Golf Challenge, to be held in support of Tempus Novo, an award-winning charity committed to supporting the rehabilitation of former offenders through sustainable employment.
- [National Express Faster Between London & Stansted](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-faster-between-london-stansted/): National Express has announced faster journey times to and from London, with customers able to reach London Stansted Airport in as little as 45 minutes.
- [Marine Industry : Bridging Across Troubled Waters](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/marine-industry-bridging-across-troubled-waters/): The marine industry remains one of the most complex and least transparent links in the supply chain, despite being responsible for the majority of the supply chain costs.
- [MAN eTruck Continues to Gain Momentum](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/man-etruck-continues-to-gain-momentum/): Friedrich Baumann, Executive Board Member for Sales and Customer Solutions at MAN Truck & Bus at the IAA Commercial Vehicles pre-press conference on Tuesday in Frankfurt am Main said, “We are continuing to gain momentum when it comes to electromobility.
- [Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 made UK debut at Road Transport Expo](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/impressive-mercedes-benz-eactros-600-made-its-uk-debut-at-road-transport-expo/): Mercedes-Benz Trucks took centre stage at the opening of this year’s Road Transport Expo event, with the UK unveiling of its first long-haul electric truck.
- [Tech Investment Puts Pallet-Track on Road to Growth](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/tech-investment-puts-pallet-track-on-road-to-growth/): Pallet-Track is making a multi-million-pound investment in its technology to drive growth for its network and shareholder members.
- [New Bonded Warehouse Facilities Open in Immingham](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/new-bonded-warehouse-facilities-open-in-immingham/): Located one mile from Immingham Port, GWS (Global Warehousing & Storage) became a customs-bonded warehouse in April 2024.
- [Ocean Freight Helps Polestar Reduce Emissions](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/ocean-freight-helps-polestar-reduce-emissions/): Polestar is taking the next steps in reducing its supply chain emissions by integrating renewable fuels on its ocean freight routes, which account for around 75% of Polestar’s total transportation emissions.
- [Radius Reaches 45 HVO Sites in Major Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/radius-reaches-45-hvo-sites-in-major-expansion/): Radius, owner and operator of the UK Fuels network, has expanded its Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) offering to give customers access to the sustainable fuel at more sites on the UK Fuels network.
- [ZEBRA-Funded Electroliners Roll-Out with Arriva](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/zebra-funded-electroliners-roll-out-with-arriva/): Arriva UK Bus has invested in 24 electric Wrightbus Electroliners at its depot in Leicester.
- [Macfarlane Group 2023 Sustainability Report ](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/macfarlane-group-2023-sustainability-report/): Macfarlane Group, the UK’s leading supplier of protective packaging, yesterday (30th May 2024) published its Sustainability Report for 2023 in which it reveals good progress against its sustainability commitments.
- [Fleets in Charge Conference 2024 : Speaker List](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fleets-in-charge-conference-2024/): Fleets in Charge Conference 2024 : Expert speakers from across government, automotive and the fleet sector share key analysis and the latest insights into the current journey towards transport decarbonisation in the UK.
- [Generation Logistics Week To Tackle Skills Gap](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/generation-logistics-week-to-tackle-skills-gap/): Generation Logistics, the government-backed awareness campaign that is tackling the recruitment crisis facing the logistics sector, is launching the very first Generation Logistics Week to engage educators and students, and raise awareness of the profession as a career option.
- [JAGGAER : Procurement at London Luton Airport](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/jaggaer-procurement-at-london-luton-airport/): London Luton Airport (LLA), one of the UK’s busiest airports, carrying over 16.2 million passengers in 2023, has selected JAGGAER, the global leader in Autonomous Commerce, to launch its ambitious procurement strategies.
- [Stadler Built Half of the New Tyne & Wear Metro Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/stadler-built-half-of-the-new-tyne-wear-metro-fleet/): The project to manufacture and supply new trains for the Tyne and Wear Metro has reached a critical milestone, following the completion of 23 of the 46 units being delivered.
- [Increase in Severe Turbulence Impacting Air Freight](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/increase-in-severe-turbulence-impacting-air-freight/): This week’s fatality and injuries on board Singapore Airlines’ flight SQ321 highlights the dangers of turbulence.
- [Rail Forum Welcomes GCRE as Export Partner](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/rail-forum-welcomes-gcre-as-export-partner-2/): As we enter our new membership year, Rail Forum is delighted to welcome the Global Centre of Rail Excellence (GCRE) as our Export Partner for 2024-2025.
- [Self-driving Vehicles on Roads by 2026 After AV Act Passed](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/self-driving-vehicles-could-be-on-british-roads-by-2026-after-av-act-passed/): Announced in the King’s Speech, the AV Act enables advanced technology to safely drive vehicles on British roads.
- [Businesses Create the Finalists for Multimodal Awards](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/businesses-create-the-finalists-for-multimodal-awards/): As the logistics and supply chain industry looks forward to Multimodal 2024 this summer, organisers have announced which businesses have been nominated as Finalists for the prestigious Modal section of its Awards.
- [Leicester Station Revamp Plans Move Forward](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/leicester-station-revamp-plans-move-forward/): Leicester Station Revamp Plans Move Forward : Leicester City Council is pressing ahead with plans to restore the city’s Grade 2 listed historic railway station back to its former Victorian glory.
- [UK Garage and Bodyshop Event Unveils Host of Offers](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uk-garage-and-bodyshop-event-unveils-host-of-offers/): The UK Garage and Bodyshop Event is set to return to the NEC in Birmingham on 5th – 6th June and is firmly becoming a must-attend for garage professionals seeking to enhance their businesses with the latest tools, technologies, and services, offering a unique opportunity to access exclusive deals and discounts from leading exhibitors.
- [National Express Announces New Routes](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-announces-new-routes/): National Express is increasing its coach network coverage across the UK, including a new overnight service from Bradford to London.
- [20 Year Partnership Celebrated with Dual Livery Rollout](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/20-year-partnership-celebrated-with-dual-livery-rollout/): Pallet-Track is marking 20 years in business by investing over £100,000 in dual liveries for network Shareholder Members.
- [Rail Forum Welcomes GCRE as Export Partner](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/rail-forum-welcomes-gcre-as-export-partner/): As we enter our new membership year, Rail Forum is delighted to welcome the Global Centre of Rail Excellence (GCRE) as our Export Partner for 2024-2025.
- [First Electric Trucks Delivered As Part Of Electric Freightway](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/first-electric-trucks-delivered-as-part-of-electric-freightway/): The first fully electric Heavy Goods Vehicles (eHGVs) have been delivered under the Electric Freightway programme to A.F.
- [National Express Announces Faster Journeys](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-announces-faster-journeys/): National Express has announced faster journey times on its 540 coach service between Manchester and London, with journey times reduced by up to 30 minutes.
- [Lumo: 95% of Workforce Through Apprenticeships](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/lumo-95-of-workforce-recruited-through-apprenticeships/): Tyneside train operator, Lumo, has announced that 95% of their workforce first began as apprentices.
- [Transport & Storage Sector Leads UK Out of Recession](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/transport-storage-sector-leads-uk-out-of-recession/): Britain’s recession has officially ended, and the transport & storage sector led the resurgence with the highest increase of any service sector.
- [Isuzu & NFYFC Join Forces For Young Farmers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/isuzu-nfyfc-join-forces-for-young-farmers/): Isuzu UK is proud to announce a new partnership with the National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs (NFYFC), a leading organisation dedicated to supporting young people in agriculture and the countryside across England and Wales.
- [National Express Foundation Funding Pledges ](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-foundation-funding-pledges/): Dozens of charity groups and community organisations have benefited after the National Express Foundation distributed its latest funding round.
- [Atlantic Pacific Receive King’s Award For Enterprise](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/atlantic-pacific-receive-kings-award-for-enterprise/): Global logistics and supply chain service providers Atlantic Pacific Global Logistics, have been awarded the much-coveted King’s Award For Enterprise 2024 in the International Trade category this week.
- [LKQ & Messe Frankfurt's ‘Modern Garage’ Stand](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/lkq-messe-frankfurts-modern-garage-stand/): LKQ Euro Car Parts and Messe Frankfurt have unveiled plans for the ‘Modern Garage’ stand at the upcoming UK Garage and Bodyshop Event (UKGBE), which will highlight how garage owners can adapt their technical capability and customer service provision in response to developing industry trends.
- [Fleetio Wins Sales & Customer Service Stevie Award](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fleetio-wins-sales-customer-service-stevie-award/): Fleetio, the leading fleet maintenance management software company, today announced it has won a 2024 Silver Stevie® Sales & Customer Service Award for Customer Service Department of the Year.
- [British Businesses Return to Pre-Brexit Transit Times](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/british-businesses-return-to-pre-brexit-transit-times/): British Businesses Return to Pre-Brexit Transit Times : On the fourth anniversary of Britain’s departure from the European Union, road freight operator Europa Road has successfully returned to offering guaranteed pre-Brexit delivery times across Europe.
- [Bus Franchising – Best Way to Improve the Network](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/bus-franchising-best-way-to-improve-the-network/): Bus franchising has been recommended as the “best way to improve the country network” by South Yorkshire’s mayor, Oliver Coppard.
- [IWLEX 2024 - Inside Warehouse Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/iwlex-2024-inside-warehouse-logistics/): IWLEX 2024 - Inside Warehouse Logistics : An exhibition representative of today’s world, shaped by the industry, for the industry.
- [Collard Group Celebrates 30 Years of Success](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/collard-group-celebrates-30-years-of-success/): This year, Collard Group reaches the enviable 30-year milestone while also being named a finalist in the Fleet News Awards for “Excellence in Fleet Safety”.
- [World’s First EV 10-Min Charge with Si-Dominant Cells](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/worlds-first-ev-10-min-charge-with-si-dominant-cells/): StoreDot, the pioneer and world leader in extreme fast charging (XFC) battery technology for electric vehicles, and Polestar, the Swedish electric performance car brand, today revealed a groundbreaking milestone by demonstrating pioneering battery technology that charges an electric vehicle in just 10 minutes.
- [Alstom Announce Community Project Fund](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/alstom-announce-community-project-fund/): Alstom, global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, has announced the recipients of its UK and Ireland 2023 Community Project Fund (CPF).
- [UKWA Launches Election Manifesto in Parliament](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/uk-warehousing-association-launches-election-manifesto-in-parliament/): The UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) has launched its Election Manifesto for 2024 at a special Parliamentary Reception, hosted at the House of Commons by Ben Everitt MP and attended by Baroness Scott of Bybrook OBE, both of whom, along with Greg Smith MP and UKWA CEO Clare Bottle, gave speeches in support of the manifesto.
- [Two Large Container Vessels Simultaneously](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/port-of-southampton-2-container-vessels-simultaneously/): For the first time, the Port of Southampton welcomes two of the World's largest container vessels simultaneously.
- [UK Goods Exports to EU Tumbled £10.7bn in 2023](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uk-goods-exports-to-eu-tumbled-10-7bn-in-2023/): UK goods exports to EU tumbled £10.7bn in 2023. Brexit turmoil is not over yet, says ParcelHero.
- [Scotland’s Finest To Global Supply Chain Connector](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/scotlands-finest-to-global-supply-chain-connector/): In recent years, Bullet Express has successfully transitioned from being amongst Scotland’s most prominent logistics companies into a firm capable of connecting supply chains on a global scale.
- [IndiGo To Order 60 Rolls-Royce Trent XWB Engines](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/indigo-to-order-60-rolls-royce-trent-xwb-engines/): Rolls-Royce announces IndiGo has agreed to place an order for 60 Trent XWB-84 engines.
- [Specialist Environmental Services for Construction](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/specialist-environmental-services-for-construction/): Boasting a nationwide network of depots and an expansive team in excess of 180 skilled individuals, Tardis Environmental supports construction clients across the country.
- [UK Export Finance & Barclays Helps Medical Supplier](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uk-export-finance-barclays-helps-medical-supplier/): Leicester business Unimed Procurement Services secured government-backed financing to help it deliver life-saving medical equipment around the world.
- [Supporting Feed, Food, & Aggregate for 40 Years](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/supporting-feed-food-aggregate-for-40-years/): T&J Haulage continues investments into its safety, environmental, and service commitments as it builds off 40 years of industry success.
- [Anything to Declare? Efficient Cross-Border Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/anything-to-declare-efficient-cross-border-logistics/): Anything to declare?
- [Ziegler Transitions to New Super-Hub at London Gateway](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/ziegler-transitions-to-new-super-hub-at-london-gateway/): In a bid to drive operational efficiencies, enhance services, and take the thriving business to the next level, Ziegler UK has recently completed the move to its brand new super-hub at DP World’s London Gateway Logistics Park.
- [Hunt’s Food Group Adds Gray & Adams LST Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/hunts-food-group-adds-gray-adams-lst-trailers/): New trailers support certified B-Corporation Hunt’s Food Group’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint.
- [ABP Appoints Knight Frank To Propel Future Growth](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/abp-appoints-knight-frank/): Leading port operator Associated British Ports (ABP), and one of the biggest commercial landowners in the UK, has appointed global property consultancy Knight Frank as joint marketing agents for its five ports in South Wales.
- [Knorr-Bremse Acquires Alstom’s Rail Signalling](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/knorr-bremse-acquires-alstoms-rail-signalling/): Knorr-Bremse AG, the global market leader for braking systems and a leading provider of other rail and commercial vehicle systems, today announced its acquisition of the conventional rail signalling technology business of Alstom Signaling North America.
- [Cartwright Bros: Celebrate 80 Years of Excellence](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/cartwright-bros-celebrate-80-years-of-excellence/): As of this year, Cartwright Bros celebrates its 80th anniversary and lays out its operational and investment plans for the many years to come.
- [IAG Cargo Restarts Services Between London & Abu Dhabi](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/iag-cargo-restarts-services-between-london-abu-dhabi/): IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG), is announcing the start of its summer schedule which will see an increase in services between its core hubs in London, Madrid, Barcelona and Dublin to key destinations across the world.
- [Bob Celebrates 40 Years With Fitzmaurice Carriers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bob-celebrates-40-years-with-fitzmaurice-carriers/): Loyal lorry driver, Robert ‘Bob’ Grimes, is this month celebrating 40 years transporting goods for East Anglian businesses at Fitzmaurice Carriers.
- [Sid Hill Transport' Setting The Standard](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/sid-hill-transport-setting-the-standard/): Sid Hill Transport is an award-winning provider of international transport for the exhibition sector in addition to same-day, next-day, and unusual cargo.
- [A Comprehensive Waste Management Solution](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/a-comprehensive-waste-management-solution/): A Comprehensive Waste Management Solution In North West Wales : Specialising in skips, trade waste and recycling alongside the sale of aggregates and the provision of road sweeping, grab hire, drain jetting and surveying services.
- [Ziegler: A Milestone in Healthcare Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/ziegler-a-milestone-in-healthcare-logistics/): We are thrilled to announce a significant achievement for Ziegler UK’s Northampton branch under the management of Branch Manager Marzena Spiewak and UK Logistics Manager Darrell Noble, the granting of a Wholesale Distribution Authorisation (WDA) licence by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).
- [Selor Transport Welcomes Customers to the Dark Side](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/selor-transport-welcomes-customers-to-the-dark-side/): Celebrating 25 years of service, Selor Transport marked the anniversary with the unveiling of a brand new, custom-designed articulated vehicle to the fleet, modelled after Star Wars’ Darth Vader.
- [Dumarey Group : Smarter Procurement](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/dumarey-group-smarter-procurement/): Dumarey Group : Smarter Procurement : The group accelerates digital transformation through efficiency in supplier management.
- [Asda Introducing Tiger Trailers Moving Decks](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/asda-introducing-tiger-trailers-moving-decks/): ASDA, a leading UK supermarket, is midway through welcoming to its fleet an initial order of 167 new vehicles manufactured by Tiger Trailers, comprised 147 tri-axle box van moving deck double decks for UK operation, and 20 for the retailer’s Northern Ireland ferry-use operations.
- [Lightweight High-Power-Density Fuel Cell](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/lightweight-high-power-density-fuel-cell/): Red Bull Advanced Technologies, the high-performance arm of Red Bull Racing Group, is partnering with mobility technology company AVL to develop the next generation of ultra-high-power density fuel cell technology.
- [Moran Logistics Drives Sustainability & Growth](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/moran-logistics-drives-sustainability-growth/): Following on from continued commercial success, Moran Logistics is well-positioned to grow the business and is actively looking at ways to operate with greater sustainability.
- [Hexagon Leasing Cyber Essentials Accreditation](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/hexagon-leasing-cyber-essentials-accreditation/): Hexagon Leasing is delighted to announce that we have achieved the National Cyber Security Centre’s (NCSC) Cyber Essentials accreditation.
- [Edwin Shirley Trucking : The Rock N Roll Life ](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/edwin-shirley-trucking-the-rock-n-roll-life/): EST featured in T&L issue 261.
- [National Express Back Again for Glastonbury 2024](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-back-again-for-glastonbury-2024/): Thousands more festival goers from across the UK can enjoy convenient and affordable travel to the summer’s biggest music festival thanks to increased services from coach operator, National Express.
- [Siemens Mobility First Place on Rail Signalling](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/siemens-mobility-first-place-on-rail-signalling/): Siemens Mobility has secured first place on Network Rail’s Train Control Systems Framework (TCSF).
- [Vision Logistics Limelight with Award-Winning Year](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/vision-logistics-enters-limelight-with-award-winning-year/): Vision Logistics featured in T&L issue 261.
- [GTS : The Go-To Green Logistics Company](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/gts-logistics-the-go-to-green-logistics-company/): GTS Logistics’ MD Tony Prescott was named '‘Business Leader of the Year’ at the Logistics UK Awards, as the company continues to set new benchmarks in the sector.
- [Maritime Organization : E-ships Must Find Their Bearings](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/maritime-organization-e-ships-must-find-their-bearings/): The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has set ambitious targets to at least halve greenhouse gas emissions in the shipping industry by 2050, compared to 2008’s levels.
- [Logistics firms talk the talk on green initiatives and AI](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/logistics-firms-talk-the-talk-on-green-initiatives-and-ai/): New figures reveal that more transportation & storage sector businesses are ‘very concerned’ about the impact of climate change than any other sector.
- [UK Garage and Bodyshop Event new for 2024](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uk-garage-and-bodyshop-event-new-for-2024/): As anticipation builds for the second edition of the UK Garage and Bodyshop Event at the NEC in Birmingham on June 5 and 6 2024, the trade exhibition has unveiled details of this year’s 14 show features and new training hubs designed exclusively for garages and technicians.
- [New route between South Coast & West Midlands](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/new-route-between-south-coast-west-midlands/): National Express has announced plans to increase direct coach services for customers travelling between the South Coast and the West Midlands.
- [ABP’s ambitious plans for major hub at Port Talbot](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/maritime-minister-lord-davies-learns-about-abps-ambitious-plans-for-port-talbot/): Associated British Ports (ABP) was delighted to welcome Maritime Minister, Lord Byron Davies, to ABP's port at Port Talbot on Friday 5 April, for a site tour and to learn more about ABP's ambitious plans to transform the port into a major hub for Floating Offshore Wind (FLOW) and wider green energy developments.
- [Helixx Registration for Low-Cost EV Subscription](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/helixx-registration-for-low-cost-ev-subscription/): Helixx, a global technology company focused on revolutionising electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing, is today opening driver registrations for its groundbreaking Helixx vehicle subscription program.
- [New Car Market Best March Since Pre-Pandemic](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/new-car-market-best-march-since-pre-pandemic/): “March signals a twentieth month of consecutive growth for the automotive sector, a remarkable milestone for the industry” said Sue Robinson, Chief Executive of the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA), which represents franchised car and commercial vehicle retailers in the UK commenting on the latest SMMT new car registration figures.
- [PFlow Industries Highlights M Series Mechanical Lift](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/pflow-industries-highlights-m-series-mechanical-lift/): PFlow Industries, the founders of the vertical reciprocating conveyor (VRC) industry, highlights its M Series 2-Post Mechanical Material Lifts that are ideal for almost any material lifting application.
- [EVbee debuts new Lumina charger & Prisma Energy Hub](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/evbee-debuts-new-lumina-charger-prisma-energy-hub/): EVbee, the innovative Dutch EV charger manufacturer, proudly introduces its two new products in partnership with UK distributor Hydra at Everything Electric London.
- [Global battery manufacturer invests for further growth](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/global-battery-manufacturer-invests-for-further-growth/): Global battery manufacturer Alexander Battery Technologies (ABT) is to recruit and heavily invest in its UK and overseas sites as it embarks on an ambitious growth strategy to meet rising worldwide demand.
- [Operators confirmed to run remaining Bee Network](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/operators-confirmed-to-run-remaining-bee-network/): Contracts have been awarded by Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) to operate the final round of Bee Network services in Stockport, Tameside, Trafford and remaining parts of Manchester and Salford from 5 January 2025 – at which point all buses across Greater Manchester will be franchised and under local control.
- [5 Actions the Government Must Take on EV Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/5-actions-the-government-must-take-on-ev-trucks/): The lack of any EV incentives in the spring budget was largely seen as a missed opportunity.
- [Free Webinar Replay: Empowering Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/free-webinar-replay-empowering-logistics/): Watch webinar replay.
- [Transport UK largest rail replacement operator](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/transport-uk-largest-rail-replacement-operator/): Transport UK (TUK) becomes the largest rail replacement operator in the UK today, providing Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) with both planned and emergency rail replacement services.
- [ParcelCompare again FT 1000 fastest-growing companies](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/parcelcompare-again-ft-1000-fastest-growing-companies/): The ground-breaking online price comparison site ParcelCompare has once again featured in the Financial Times’ FT 1000 list of Europe’s fastest-growing companies.
- [Breakthrough hydrogen cell to unlock zero emission](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/breakthrough-hydrogen-fuel-cell-to-unlock-zero-emission-future/): A technology company that is based in Loughborough has unveiled a brand-new hydrogen fuel cell that has the power to make the global rollout of zero emission passenger cars a reality – and boost the East Midlands and UK economy.
- [Electric transformation of Oldham bus depot completed](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/electric-transformation-of-oldham-bus-depot-completed/): Work to electrify Oldham bus depot and enable charging for a new fleet of modern zero emission buses for the Bee Network has been completed.
- [Signatrol’s FDA-Approved Button-Style Data Loggers](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/signatrols-fda-approved-button-style-data-loggers/): Signatrol, the data logging experts, has launched SL60 dLog, a new range of low cost, miniature button-style temperature or temperature and humidity data loggers, ideal for the food industry, to replace the company’s SL50 range.
- [Closer Government & Industry Ties are Essential](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/closer-government-and-industry-ties-are-essential/): A senior Government Minister has told leaders of the logistics sector that close Government collaboration with businesses, academia and trade organisations is the only way to ensure resilient UK supply chains.
- [UKWA Year of Warehousing Student Bursary winner](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/ukwa-year-of-warehousing-student-bursary-winner/): Sina Khodaee, a PhD student from the University of Bath, has been awarded the UKWA Year of Warehousing Student Bursary for his essay on ‘The Future of Warehousing’, winning £800 of vouchers to mark the association’s 80th anniversary.
- [Ribble Valley Truck Run 2024 – March 31st](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/ribble-valley-truck-run-2024-march-31st/): Initially the truck run was created by a truck driver to express appreciation for the NHS workers during the Covid pandemic.
- [Road Transport Expo - Everything in One Place!](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/road-transport-expo-everything-in-one-place/): Visitors heading to the Road Transport Expo (RTX) this summer had best be wearing their comfy shoes, with more than 200 exhibitors already confirmed for the bumper tradeshow and the list growing daily.
- [Lemon Sets Standard for 24/7 Customer Support Solutions](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/lemon-sets-standard-for-24-7-customer-support-solutions/): For logistics firms aiming to stand out in a crowded market, contact centre services, now an essential offering, add significant value.
- [G7 annual export figures put UK bottom of the class](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/g7-annual-export-figures-put-uk-bottom-of-the-class/): The OECD’s 2023 international merchandise trade statistics highlight the UK’s export problems last year.
- [National Express to trial brand-new GTe14 electric coach](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/national-express-to-trial-brand-new-gte14-electric-coach/): National Express has today announced that it will be the first UK scheduled coach operator in the country to trial Yutong’s brand-new state-of-the-art GTe14 tri-axle battery-electric coach.
- [Global delivery and courier market set to reach $648bn](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/global-delivery-and-courier-market-set-to-reach-648bn/): By 2030, a tech-led revolution means the global delivery and courier market is set to rise from $482.9bn to $648bn and the UK courier market from £16.4bn to £25bn, says the international delivery expert Parcelhero.
- [Roads Minister Launches 'Ways of Life' Highways Campaign](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/roads-minister-launches-ways-of-life-highways-campaign/): A new initiative aimed at transforming public perception of careers in Britain's highways sector has been launched by the Highways Sector Council (HSC).
- [New BDM's Are Ready to Support Prometeon Customers](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-bdms-are-ready-to-support-prometeon-customers/): Prometeon Tyre Group, a leader company in the development, production and marketing of tyres for the commercial, agricultural and OTR sectors, has announced the appointment of three new Business Development Managers (BDMs) to strengthen the company’s presence across the UK.
- [Heliox & First Bus Accelerate a Zero-Emission Future](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/heliox-first-bus-accelerate-a-zero-emission-future/): Heliox and First Bus are collaborating on five new electric bus charging depots in Bristol, Weston-super-Mare, Minehead, Taunton, and Basildon.
- [Network Rail & HS1, Digital Future of UK Rail ](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/network-rail-hs1-digital-future-of-uk-rail/): Network Rail High Speed, which operates and maintains the UK's only high speed rail line, has demonstrated how it is paving the way on the digital transformation of British railways, following a successful proof of concept to test the capability of an AI digital twin model, originally conceived for the aerospace sector, on HS1 infrastructure that connects the UK to Europe.
- [H2Accelerate Linking Industrial & Mobility Hydrogen Projects](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/h2accelerate-linking-industrial-mobility-hydrogen-projects/): The H2Accelerate collaboration has today published its latest whitepaper on linking hydrogen mobility projects with industrial hydrogen hubs.
- [7 Days to Go: DVS Phase 2 to Start in London on 28 October](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/7-days-to-go-dvs-phase-2-to-start-in-london-on-28-october/): 7 Days to Go: DVS Phase 2 to Start in London on 28 October; With only one week until enforcement of the next phase of the Mayor of London’s Direct Vision Standard begins, two groups which represent the majority of those operating road vehicles which will be affected – Logistics UK and the RHA (Road Haulage Association) – have issued an urgent reminder to businesses to check whether their vehicles require a permit in order to continue operating in the capital.
- [Euro Bus Expo 2024 to Showcase Industry’s latest Innovations](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/euro-bus-expo-2024-to-showcase-industrys-latest-innovations/): Next month, the coach and bus industry will be out in force at Euro Bus Expo 2024 to explore the latest technologies, state-of-the-art vehicles, advanced equipment, and innovative business solutions driving the industry forward.
- [Survey, Auto Suppliers View Net Zero as Short-Term Threat](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/survey-auto-suppliers-view-net-zero-as-short-term-threat/): More than two thirds of UK automotive component makers (68%) see the transition to net zero as a short-term threat, but almost all (93%) recognise that meeting the challenge of decarbonisation will be vital for their long-term business prospects.
- [UKWA Marks Anti-Slavery Day with Slavery Policy](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/ukwa-marks-anti-slavery-day-with-slavery-policy/): The UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) has marked this year’s Anti-Slavery Day (18 October) with the launch of a Modern Slavery Policy for members, developed specifically for the sector in partnership with not-for-profit organisation Stronger Together.
- [Countering Electric Vehicle Anxieties](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/countering-electric-vehicle-anxieties/): Major car manufacturing giants Toyota and Volvo are the latest in a long list of car manufacturers to put the brakes on electric vehicle production targets.
- [Future of Packaging, Shedding its Outdated Reputation](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/the-future-of-packaging-shedding-its-outdated-reputation/): Dani Novick, Managing Director of Mercury Search & Selection, explains that packaging is shedding its outdated reputation, evolving into a dynamic industry driven by innovation, sustainability and consumer experiences.
- [IERRT Showcased in Government Investment Summit](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/ierrt-showcased-in-government-international-investment-summit/): The Immingham Eastern Ro-Ro Terminal (IERRT), a £200+ million joint investment by Associated British Ports (ABP) and Stena Line in a new freight ferry terminal at the Port of Immingham, was featured at the Government’s showcase International Investment Summit.
- [A-SAFE Hosts Year of Warehousing Roadshows 2024](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/a-safe-hosts-year-of-warehousing-roadshows-2024/): UKWA’s ambitious programme of 8 Warehousing Roadshows across the UK, reflecting the 8 decades since its inception in 1944, culminated on 3 October in Yorkshire, and was hosted by sponsor A-SAFE at their industry-leading R&D facility, Fathom 3.
- [Wrightbus Apprentice, Opportunities for Women](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/wrightbus-apprentice-opportunities-for-women/): A female apprentice from zero-emission bus manufacturer Wrightbus shared her insights into the opportunities and barriers facing women in the industry at an event attended by the Local Transport Minister.
- [National Express Boosts Capacity Amid rail Disruption](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-boosts-capacity-amid-rail-disruption/): National Express is boosting capacity on services between Stansted Airport and London this weekend - amid rail disruption and increased demand for direct coach services.
- [Innovation at Heart of Econ Engineering’s 55-Year Success](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/innovation-at-heart-of-econ-engineerings-55-year-success/): As the UK’s leading manufacturer of winter maintenance vehicles, family-run Econ Engineering is determined to stay out in front.
- [SEIDOR - Driving Efficiency and Growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/seidor-driving-efficiency-and-growth/): British Motor Heritage (BMH) a manufacturer of classic car parts partnered with SEIDOR for ERP solutions, to help transform its business operations and maximum use from their SAP Business One ERP system.
- [Beware Unwelcome & Potentially Lethal – Stowaways](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/beware-unwelcome-potentially-lethal-stowaways/): Over 60% of Brits now shop from Chinese marketplaces such as Temu and Shein.
- [BTA Annual Safety Seminar, Register Now](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/bta-annual-safety-seminar-register-now/): The BTA Annual Safety Seminar will take place on Thursday 14 November 2024, at Leith Cruise Terminal, Edinburgh, kindly hosted by Forth Ports.
- [Packaging Innovations 2025: A Must-Attend Destination](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/packaging-innovations-2025-a-must-attend-destination/): Packaging Innovations Organisers Easyfairs unveils 2025’s premier event for driving creativity in the packaging industry.
- [D&G Noble Wins FORS Gold Once Again](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/dg-noble-wins-fors-gold-once-again/): A long-standing member of the FORS scheme, D&G Noble has continued its track record with the accreditation by once again achieving FORS Gold this year.
- [Demand for Self Storage Remains High Across Europe](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/demand-for-self-storage-remains-high-across-europe/): A new report from the Federation of European Self Storage Associations (FEDESSA) and global real estate advisor, CBRE, indicates continued strong demand for self storage across Europe, presenting a lucrative opportunity for investors and developers.
- [Severe Weather Impact on UK Transport & Storage](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/severe-weather-impact-on-uk-transport-storage/): A new Government report has revealed the significant impact the weather has had on UK businesses over the last 12 months.
- [Shipping Sets Out £700M of Net Zero Investment Priorities](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/shipping-sets-out-700m-of-net-zero-investment-priorities/): The UK Chamber of Shipping has outlined a roadmap for the UK shipping industry to reach net zero by 2050, with a proposed £700m investment in the upcoming Budget to help make the UK a hub for clean shipping.
- [McLaughlan Transport: Scotland's Top Chilled Distribution](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/mclaughlan-transport-scotlands-top-chilled-distribution/): Managing Director George McLaughlan praises the whole team for helping the Perth-based haulier prosper in the last 12 months.
- [Sleafordian: Celebrating 60 Years of Excellence](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/sleafordian-celebrating-60-years-of-excellence/): Family run and owned, Sleafordian Coaches is a fine example of how a focus on professionalism, quality services, and family-oriented culture can become the very foundations of success.
- [Roberts Travel adds Capacity with Enviro400](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/roberts-travel-adds-capacity-with-enviro400/): Alexander Dennis, a subsidiary of NFI Group Inc., one of the world’s leading independent global bus manufacturers, recently announced that it has delivered a new Enviro400 double deck bus to English operator Roberts Travel Group.
- [Knorr-Bremse: Increase Your Travelling Comfort](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/knorr-bremse-increase-your-travelling-comfort/): To deliver rail transit solutions capable of attracting more passengers, operators must take passenger comfort to a whole new level.
- [McCulla Ireland “Keeps the Wheels Moving”](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/mcculla-ireland-keeps-the-wheels-moving/): McCulla Ireland recently announced a £3.1m investment into its biogas fleet, strengthening the firm’s sustainability credentials and propelling the firm into the future.
- [UKWA Year of Warehousing Golf Challenge](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/ukwa-year-of-warehousing-golf-challenge/): The UKWA Golf Challenge, held at the beautiful Belton Woods in Grantham last month proved one of the highlights of 2024 The Year of Warehousing, with members and guests enjoying blue skies and friendly competition.
- [Wrightbus Develops Long-Range Hydrogen Coach](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/wrightbus-develops-long-range-hydrogen-coach/): Clean transport pioneer Wrightbus has appointed a leading industry name as its new Head of Coach Sales, as it continues its drive to develop a long-range hydrogen coach.
- [Hitachi Rail Unveils New ETR1000 Model](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/hitachi-rail-unveils-new-etr1000-model/): Hitachi Rail has revealed the latest model of its ETR1000 train at a joint event with its partner Trenitalia at global rail exhibition, InnoTrans, in Berlin.
- [Major Upgrades at Islay Ferry Terminals Signal](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/major-upgrades-at-islay-ferry-terminals-signal/): Significant progress at Kennacraig and Port Askaig ferry terminals is paving the way for the arrival of two new Islay vessels.
- [Logistics UK's Response to ORR Proposal of Charges](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/logistics-uks-response-to-orr-proposal-of-charges/): “Today’s proposal of lower charges for freight trains travelling from London St Pancras to the Channel Tunnel by the Office of Rail and Road (ORR), as a result of the Draft Determination of HS1 Ltd’s spending plans, is encouraging news for those businesses moving goods to and from the continent.
- [Generation Logistics to Challenge Perceptions of Industry](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/generation-logistics-to-challenge-perceptions-of-industry/): The ground-breaking awareness campaign Generation Logistics has continued to challenge perceptions of the sector this month, by taking its message directly to thousands of people in another first for the logistics sector.
- [J&M Murdoch: Family that Lives and Breathes Trucks ](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/jm-murdoch-family-that-lives-and-breathes-trucks/): 2024 has been a highly successful year for J&M Murdoch as it snaps up the awards for Transport News’ “Scotland’s Most Innovative Haulier” and Truckfest Scotland’s “Best Kept Showcase Stand”.
- [PlatformSupermarket.com Sourcing Access Equipment](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/platformsupermarket-com-redefine-sourcing-access-equipment/): PlatformSupermarket.com : A new business designed to streamline the sourcing of powered access platforms has launched this week, backed by leading UK powered access firm, Horizon Platforms.
- [FirstGroup Energy Limited Invests £1m in KleanDrive](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/firstgroup-energy-limited-invests-1m-in-kleandrive/): KleanDrive, a leader in the electric conversion of heavy vehicles, announces that FirstGroup Energy Limited, the dedicated energy investment arm of leading transport operator FirstGroup Plc (“FirstGroup”), is investing £1 million in its business to supercharge its pioneering work in converting existing diesel and petrol vehicles into clean electric vehicles.
- [US East Coast Ports Strike Could Impact Christmas](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/us-east-coast-ports-strike-could-impact-christmas/): The international delivery expert Parcelhero is warning that a planned strike by US dockworkers in key US ports such as New York, Houston and Savannah will cause immediate disruption to US-UK trade and a strike lasting just two weeks could disrupt goods into 2025.
- [Alexander Dennis Enviro200 Availability meets Demand](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/alexander-dennis-enviro200-availability-meets-demand/): Alexander Dennis, a subsidiary of NFI Group Inc., one of the world’s leading independent global bus manufacturers, today announced that it has supplied two Enviro200 low-emission buses to Rotala Group for its Preston Bus operation.
- [Streamline Your Train Operations & Maintenance](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/streamline-your-train-operations-maintenance/): Ensuring that trains are available and operational throughout their service lives is essential for providing economical, successful rail transportation.
- [Logistics Needs Consistency & Commitment to Thrive](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-needs-consistency-commitment-to-thrive/): If the country’s logistics industry is to provide the economy with the productivity and profitability boosts it is capable of driving, it is imperative that the National Planning Police Framework (NPPF) is strengthened to recognise the needs of the sector which underpins all economic activity, according to business group Logistics UK.
- [Vision Logistics Rebranded To Life Couriers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/vision-logistics-rebranded-to-life-couriers/): Vision Logistics rebranded to Life Couriers, as our award-winning logistics solutions go global.
- [Statement from Logistics UK Regarding ORR Stats](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/statement-from-logistics-uk-regarding-orr-stats/): “News from the Office for Rail and Road, that the quantity of freight moved by rail increased by 7% year on year in the quarter April-June 2024, is a demonstration of the key role that rail can play in driving growth and increased productivity across the economy,” says Ellis Shelton, Senior Policy Advisor at business group Logistics UK.
- [ADLINK Unveils Next-Generation Railway Technology](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/adlink-unveils-next-generation-railway-technology/): ADLINK Technology Inc., a global leader in edge computing, will showcase its latest innovations in railway technology at InnoTrans 2024.
- [First Plant-Based Passenger Ferry Travelling Adriatic](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/first-plant-based-passenger-ferry-travelling-adriatic/): Bomp is very pleased to announce that an eco-catamaran partially built with Bcomp’s flax-fibre composite ampliTex™ has begun ferrying passengers around the Port of Rovinj in the Adriatic Sea this summer.
- [Airport Passengers Served by New Zero-Emission Buses](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/airport-passengers-served-by-new-zero-emission-buses/): Passengers travelling to Belfast’s City Airport will be able to do so on new Electroliner electric buses built by leading zero-emission manufacturer Wrightbus.
- [Van Awards 2024 – Logistics UK Announces Winners](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/van-awards-2024-logistics-uk-announces-winners/): Logistics UK championed the “best of the best” van operators at a celebratory lunch held at the Hyatt Regency Birmingham on 13 September to announce the winners of its prestigious Van Awards 2024.
- [Multi-Tier Digital Transport for Greater Manchester ](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/aimsun-multi-tier-digital-transport-for-greater-manchester/): Traffic simulation software developer Aimsun is building a large-scale, multi-tier transport model covering roads inside Greater Manchester’s M60 ring road.
- [Stagecoach East Welcomes Latest Engineering Apprentices](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/stagecoach-east-welcomes-latest-engineering-apprentices/): Stagecoach East has welcomed its latest group of Engineering Apprentices, as the bus operator continues to grow and showcase the talent that will drive forward the industry into the future.The group are a mix of Apprentices new to Stagecoach East and those trading-up – who are learning the skills to change job within the company.
- [British Business Unites for Lower Thames Crossing Consent](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/british-business-unites-for-lower-thames-crossing-consent/): Businesses from across the UK have made a united call for the government to approve the Development Consent Order (DCO) for the Lower Thames Crossing which has been at the planning stage for over a decade.
- [Budget Opportunity to Support Warehousing & Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/budget-opportunity-to-support-warehousing-logistics/): The UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) has written to the Chancellor of the Exchequer, the Rt Hon Rachel Reeves MP, ahead of next month’s Autumn Budget to highlight the importance of the sector to the national economy and present the compelling case for government to support warehousing & logistics businesses.
- [Increasing Fuel Duty Would Harm Growth and Prices](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/increasing-fuel-duty-would-harm-growth-and-prices/): Removing the five pence per litre cut in fuel duty could drive inflationary cost pressures, raising prices for businesses and consumers, according to a submission made by business group Logistics UK to the Treasury ahead of the autumn Budget on 30 October.
- [Volvo to Launch Electric Truck with 600 km Range](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/volvo-to-launch-electric-truck-with-600-km-range/): Up to 600 km on one single charge. That’s how far Volvo’s next-generation heavy-duty electric truck will be able to drive.
- [Will ‘Re-Set’ Resolve Bust-Ups About Mixed BTOM?](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/will-re-set-resolve-bust-ups-about-mixed-btom/): In August, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer told us he was in ‘re-set mode’ for the UK’s relationship with Europe when he met German Chancellor Olaf Scholz for the sixth time since taking office in July.
- [Rifat Cicek Drives Forward Gruber Logistics' in Türkiye](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/rifat-cicek-drives-forward-gruber-logistics-in-turkiye/): Auer/Istanbul – Gruber Logistics counts on the expertise of Rifat Cicek to expand its activities in Türkiye.
- [Public Ownership Rail Reform on Track](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/public-ownership-rail-reform-on-track/): Transport Secretary Louise Haigh fired the starting gun on rail reform – ushering in a new era for our railways which puts passengers first.
- [Logistics UK re funding for Channel port investment](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/logistics-uk-re-funding-for-channel-port-investment/): “Logistics UK has welcomed the announcement of funding to help Channel ports prepare for the upcoming EU digital border system, but is pointing out that passengers using the border crossings still need education and information to try to minimise the impact of these new system requirements and the knock on impact on hauliers and freight.
- [Van Awards 2024 - Logistics UK Announces Shortlist](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/van-awards-2024-logistics-uk-announces-shortlist/): Almost 25 of the UK’s most pioneering van businesses have been shortlisted as finalists across five categories in Logistics UK’s prestigious Van Awards 2024.
- [eStar service shines brightest for Hadfields Transport](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/estar-service-shines-brightest-for-hadfields-transport/): Mercedes-Benz Dealer eStar Truck & Van won back the business of Manchester-based Hadfields Transport, thanks to the combined efforts of ‘dynamic duo’ Amanda Sivori and Tom Aitken.
- [Some Concerns Over £10.5m EES Ports Funding](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/some-concerns-over-10-5m-ees-ports-funding/): The UK government has announced a £10.5 million funding package to support the Port of Dover, Eurostar, and Eurotunnel in preparing for the European Union's upcoming Entry/Exit System (EES), a digital border system set to be introduced this autumn.
- [Swissport Gains ISO 45001 Certification](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/swissport-gains-iso-45001-certification/): Swissport International AG, the global leader in airport ground services and air cargo handling, has achieved ISO 45001 certification across its global network, demonstrating its unwavering commitment to safety and operational excellence.
- [57% of UK Van Drivers Risk Losing Licence](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/57-of-uk-van-drivers-risk-losing-licence/): Over half (57%) of UK van drivers still physically check their mobile phones while driving1, according to Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles research.
- [Humber Ports #1 for Fish Imports Statistics](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/humber-ports-1-for-fish-imports/): Statistics released recently have reconfirmed the Humber’s position as the UK’s leading centre for seafood and one that’s showing real growth.
- [W&S Waste Management New Fleet Arrives](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/ws-waste-management-new-fleet-arrives/): Recycling and waste disposal expert, W&S Waste Management Ltd, has announced the addition of twelve new Renault Trucks Cs to its fleet.
- [Alstom £60m Contract to Upgrade CrossCountry Voyagers](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/alstom-60m-contract-to-upgrade-crosscountry-voyagers/): Alstom, global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, has signed a contract to refurbish CrossCountry’s Voyager trains, transforming the on-board experience for customers.
- [100% pass rate for XPO, UKWA Warehouse Manager CPC!](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/100-pass-rate-for-xpo-ukwa-warehouse-manager-cpc/): The CPC course took place at XPO’s Crick centre in Northamptonshire, which serves as their headquarters and is the national distribution hub for the UK and Ireland.
- [Earn More Revenue From Your Depot EV Chargers](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/earn-more-revenue-from-your-depot-ev-chargers/): Paua is collaborating with partners to enable the sharing of private depot charge points with commercial vehicle operators in a major step forward in fleet charging solutions; Paua PINS (Private Infrastructure Network Solution).
- [Gruber Logistics & Siemens : Emission-Free E-Truck](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/gruber-logistics-siemens-emission-free-e-truck/): Leipzig – Since 1 June of this year, Gruber Logistics has deployed its first electric truck for Siemens.
- [Reduce Costs and Carbon with New AI/ERP Solution](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/reduce-costs-and-carbon-with-new-ai-erp-solution/): Optimize, a leading transport optimisation specialist is joining with midlands software developer jobmate to introduce a cloud-based, AI-driven Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platform which the company says, cuts costs, reduces vehicle emissions and increases overall business efficiency in the logistics industry and beyond.
- [National Express Drivers Through to UK Driving Competition](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-drivers-through-to-uk-driving-competition/): National Express West Midlands (NXWM) drivers Lee Grantham, Paul Jarvis and Danny Bayley will represent the West Midlands’ leading bus company at next month’s 2024 UK Bus Driver of the Year competition.
- [Ricky Wu takes lead at Gruber Logistics office in Shanghai](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/ricky-wu-takes-the-lead-at-gruber-logistics-office-in-shanghai/): Auer/Shanghai – Since the beginning of July this year, Ricky Wu has been leading the Gruber Logistics office in Shanghai.
- [VL Test Systems, Commercial Vehicle Testing](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/vl-test-systems-commercial-vehicle-testing/): VL Test Systems (VLT) is a major supplier to the Commercial Vehicle testing sector with a wide range of products including Roller Brake Testers, full Authorised Test Facilities and Headlight Beam Testers.
- [Jemma James : Digital Development Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/jemma-james-new-digital-development-director-for-logistics-uk/): Logistics UK has announced the appointment of Jemma James as the business group’s new Digital Development Director.
- [Award-Winning Campaign Opens Sponsorship Opportunities](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/award-winning-campaign-opens-sponsorship-opportunities/): In August 2022, logistics recruitment was in the doldrums, with the majority of young people surveyed failing to even acknowledge the employment opportunities offered by one of the UK’s biggest industries.
- [Minister to Share Views on Sustainable Transport at Seminar](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/minister-to-share-views-on-sustainable-transport-at-seminar/): Ireland’s freight and logistics businesses must implement key operational changes if the industry is to achieve the government’s target of net zero emissions by 2050, according to membership association FTA Ireland.
- [CLdN on Multimillion Investment in Liverpool Terminal](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/cldn-on-multimillion-investment-in-liverpool-terminal/): CLdN today announced the start of a multimillion-pound investment in its Brocklebank terminal at the Port of Liverpool.
- [How To Avoid Catastrophic DVS Failures :TfL’s Update](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/how-to-avoid-catastrophic-dvs-failures-tfls-update/): Following TfL’s major DVS update on May 13th, 2024, hauliers are being urged to inspect their fleet’s Direct Vision Standards (DVS) systems as evidence shows that some devices, which claim to meet London’s DVS specifications, are actually non-compliant, putting pedestrians and Vulnerable Road Users (VRUs), as well as fleet operators, at risk in the capital1.
- [ Associated British Ports Announces New Chair](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/abp-announces-new-chair/): The Board of Associated British Ports (ABP), the UK’s largest and leading ports operator, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jonathan (Jon) Lewis as its Chair in succession to Dr Phil Nolan who has decided to stand down from the role.
- [Gruber Logistics Tests Emission-free Heavy Goods Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/gruber-logistics-tests-emission-free-heavy-goods-vehicles/): Auer/Paderborn – Just recently, Gruber Logistics drove forward the European Commission-funded EMPOWER project (Eco-operated, Modular, highly efficient, and flexible multi-POWERtrain for long-haul heavy-duty vehicles): on July 9 and 10, the logistics company successfully transported the ZERO-emission vehicle cabin from the IVECO manufactory in Ulm to the Austrian Institute of Technology (AIT) based in Vienna.
- [UK Logistics Companies Have Lots to Shout About](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/uk-logistics-companies-have-lots-to-shout-about/): When it comes to attracting new clients, most transport, warehousing and logistics companies in the UK have many more opportunities to raise their profile then they might imagine.
- [HGV Operators to Meet London's Direct Vision Standard!](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/hgv-operators-to-meet-londons-direct-vision-standard/): More Time for HGV Operators to Meet London's Direct Vision Standards!
- [Crowdstrike Outage Cause Global Supply Chain Problems](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/crowdstrike-outage-cause-global-supply-chain-problems/): The international delivery expert Parcelhero is warning that the Crowdstrike cybersecurity firm outage, which impacted many Windows-based systems, could have serious knock-on effects for global supply chains and deliveries.
- [Focus on EU Border Arrangements Now, Logistics UK](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/focus-on-eu-border-arrangements-now-logistics-uk/): The new Labour government needs to place urgent emphasis on sorting out post-Brexit border arrangements or see holiday traffic-type queues become a regular occurrence which threaten the UK’s supply chain, according to business group Logistics UK.
- [Logistics UK's Response to the King’s Speech](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uks-response-to-the-kings-speech/): “The government has rightly put economic growth at the centre of its ambitions through its first King’s Speech, and our members will welcome the new legislation to accelerate the delivery of critical transport and energy grid infrastructure.
- [Royal Mail Launches Trial Drone Deliveries](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/royal-mail-launches-trial-drone-deliveries/): Royal Mail has launched its latest trial to deliver mail by drone, in collaboration with drone specialists Skyports and Argyll and Bute Council.
- [Ultimate Professional Hygiene Range Launched](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/ultimate-professional-hygiene-range-launched/): An international hygiene and decontamination specialist has unveiled its ‘ultimate professional hygiene range for the transport and logistics industry’ - bringing more than 50 new products to the market.
- [National Express Partners with BlaBlaCar Bus](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-partners-with-blablacar-bus/): Savvy sports fans and holidaymakers now have a convenient and budget-friendly travel option to Paris, just in time for the Olympics.
- [UKWA Celebrates 80th Year with Special Awards Lunch](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/ukwa-celebrates-80th-year-with-special-awards-lunch/): The UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) had much to celebrate this year at its flagship Awards for Excellence Annual Lunch this year, having achieved its 80th anniversary and a successful ‘2024 The Year of Warehousing’.
- [Reflecting on What a New Government May Mean](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/reflecting-on-what-a-new-government-may-mean/): After a short election period the wait is now over and we know who the governing party will be for the next term.
- [Radius Vehicle Solutions Appoint Head of Group Operations](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/radius-vehicle-solutions-appoint-head-of-group-operations/): Radius Vehicle Solutions (RVS), the only all-island provider of car and van leasing services has appointed Natasha Ramsay as its new Head of Group Operations across both Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland, to drive the company on through the industry’s biggest gear shift in history.
- [Safe & Legal Operation with Transport Manager Conferences](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/safe-legal-operation-with-transport-manager-conferences/): Logistics UK’s series of Transport Manager conferences returns this autumn with ten events taking place across the country providing transport operators with the latest compliance and legislation information.
- [Kinaxia Hampshire Depot Joins the National Network](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/kinaxia-hampshire-depot-joins-the-national-network/): Kinaxia Logistics has expanded its capacity to transport freight classified as hazardous goods after its Hampshire depot joined a specialist national distribution network.
- [Logistics robotics specialist appoints Managing Director](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/logistics-robotics-specialist-appoints-managing-director/): Rainbow Dynamics, the UK-based designer and manufacturer of robotic and automated materials handling solutions, has announced the appointment of Jens Mueller as its Managing Director.
- [Royal Mail Halving Domestic Flights to Help Hit Net-Zero](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/royal-mail-halving-domestic-flights-to-help-hit-net-zero/): As well as saving c.30,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent per year, transporting more mail by road instead of air will improve reliability for customers and help meet growing demand for next day deliveries, as road vehicles are less likely to be delayed by bad weather and road fleets are less capacity-constrained, enabling Royal Mail to transport more during busy periods.
- [Thames Group Helps Ziegler UK Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/thames-group-helps-ziegler-uk-expansion/): As part of a new strategic partnership, Thames Group are providing the international logistics company, Ziegler, with 26 branded trailers to help expand their operations in the UK.
- [Northern Ireland Executive Needs a Logistics Strategy](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/northern-ireland-executive-needs-a-logistics-strategy/): To realise fully the potential of Northern Ireland’s economy, business group Logistics UK is urging the Northern Ireland Executive to develop and deliver a NI-specific logistics strategy.
- [Dawsongroup EMC Adds Electric Vacuum Tankers](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/dawsongroup-emc-adds-electric-vacuum-tankers/): Dawsongroup emc, a major supplier of self-drive vehicles on contract hire for the environmental, municipal and civil sectors, is investing heavily with more than 100 new Volvos joining its fleet this year, including seven electric trucks – helping customers to gain immediate experience with zero tailpipe emission HGVs.
- [ABP New Head of Commercial joins the Humber ](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/abp-new-head-of-commercial-joins-the-humber/): Associated British Ports (ABP) in the Humber is delighted to welcome Laura Wood as the new Head of Commercial.
- [XPO Logistics launches Female Driver Academy](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/xpo-logistics-launches-female-driver-academy/): XPO, a leading provider of innovative and sustainable end-to-end logistics solutions across Europe, has created a new Female Driver Academy to help attract more women into the industry.
- [New Apprenticeship Rules Will Help Logistics Businesses](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-apprenticeship-rules-will-help-logistics-businesses/): The changes to apprenticeships announced today by the government will encourage more people to take up vocational training across the logistics sector, according to Logistics UK’s Head of Skills Policy Bethany Windsor.
- [Government Backs Manchester’s CAZ-Free Plan](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/government-backs-manchesters-caz-free-plan/): Postponed plans to introduce a Clean Air Zone (CAZ) in Greater Manchester have now been ruled out after the Government promised an £86million investment to reduce the region's air pollution.
- [Invest In Trade & Borders To Make UK Great Again](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/invest-in-trade-borders-to-make-uk-great-again/): The UK’s Trade Strategy needs to deliver investment in an efficiently functioning border to support the nation’s trade in goods if the economy is to grow and flourish, according to business group Logistics UK.
- [BJS Logistics Chooses Durite For Compliance With Safety](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/logistics-group-chooses-durite-for-compliance-with-safety/): A fast-growing logistics group has chosen Durite to help it comply with new safety standards.
- [National Express Celebrates Centenary : Bristol to London](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-celebrates-centenary-bristol-to-london/): National Express is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the world’s first ever express coach service with a nod to the Bristol to London route’s inception.
- [Trump’s Tariff Turbulence Could Be Good News For UK Exporters](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/trumps-tariff-turbulence-could-be-good-news-for-uk-exporters/): President Trump’s rollercoaster tariff ride has resulted in new duties on all products arriving in the US from China and left Mexican and Canadian exporters in confusion.
- [Tiger Tailors 35 High Cube Trailers For ASDA’s George](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/tiger-tailors-35-high-cube-trailers-for-asdas-george/): ASDA Stores Ltd has introduced 35 Tiger assets to its George clothing fleet in the form of 4.9m tall ‘high cube’ trailers featuring an internal tail-lift to reflect the customer’s special operational requirements.
- [M&H Carriers Celebrates A Year Of Growth & Investment](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/mh-carriers-celebrates-a-year-of-growth-investment/): Established in 1987 by Magnus and Helen Slater, M&H Carriers started its life in a manner very reminiscent of the traditional “one man and a van” service.
- [Government’s Position on SE Airport Expansions](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/transport-sos-governments-position-on-se-airport-expansions/): Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has outlined the government's position on airport expansion and sustainable aviation fuels.
- [The Countdown Is On To Multimodal 2025](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/the-countdown-is-on-to-multimodal-2025/): Bringing together the supply chain and logistics community under one roof for three days for the 18th year running, Multimodal 2025 will take place from 17th-19th June at Birmingham’s NEC.
- [Senior Appointments at UK Warehousing Association](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/senior-appointments-at-uk-warehousing-association/): The UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) has made two senior appointments to the executive leadership team.
- [Enso Partners With i247 To Make EV Tyres Available Nationwide](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/enso-partners-with-i247-to-make-ev-tyres-available-nationwide/): ENSO, the London-born tyre company dedicated to electric vehicles (EVs), has partnered with i247 Group, a specialist service provider of fleet and tyre management solutions, to make its high-performance EV tyres more accessible to commercial EV drivers across the UK.
- [Strategic Infrastructure Projects Are Vital To Driving Growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/strategic-infrastructure-projects-are-vital-to-driving-growth/): The government’s support for nationally significant infrastructure projects, including Heathrow’s third runway and the Lower Thames Crossing, is the type of government action industry has been urging for a long time, according to Logistics UK, one of the biggest business groups in the UK.
- [Enviro-Clean Invests £15 Million to Drive Growth and Innovation](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/enviro-clean-invests-15-million-to-drive-growth-and-innovation/): Enviro-Clean invests £15 million in Iveco trucks and D-TEC trailers, enhancing fleet efficiency and supporting growth.
- [36.8% Of Transport & Storage Firms Are Out Of Cash Reserves](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/36-8-of-transport-storage-firms-are-out-of-cash-reserves/): Transport & storage firms’ cash reserves are the lowest of any industry sector, surprise ONS figures have revealed.
- [IntraLogisteX, the Sustainable Supply Chain Exhibition](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/intralogistex-and-the-sustainable-supply-chain-exhibition/): Three co-located tradeshows – IntraLogisteX, Robotics & Automation, and the Sustainable Supply Chain Exhibition – at the NEC Birmingham on March 25th and 26th, 2025, offer transport and logistics professionals a great opportunity to find solutions to logistics, supply chain, handling and packaging issues.
- [Paua Joins Forces With Sainsbury’s EV Charging Network](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/paua-joins-forces-with-sainsburys-ev-charging-network/): Paua is delighted to announce a landmark partnership with Smart Charge, the electric vehicle (EV) charging network operated by one of the UK’s most recognisable supermarket brands, Sainsbury’s.
- [Wheaton Presents Innovative Solutions for Glass Packaging](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/wheaton-presents-innovative-and-solutions-for-glass-packaging/): On January 28th and 29th, 2025, Wheaton, a national leader and one of the largest global manufacturers of glass packaging for perfumery and cosmetics, will be present at PCD, one of the world's leading trade fairs for packaging for perfumes, cosmetics and personal care.
- [Defra to Launch PackUK at Packaging Innovations & Empack](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/defra-to-launch-packuk-at-packaging-innovations-empack-2025/): The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) will unveil PackUK, a key initiative for the implementation of Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR), at Packaging Innovations & Empack 2025.
- [O’Neill’s Heavy Haulage Named Specialist Sector Operator](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/oneills-heavy-haulage-named-specialist-sector-operator/): O’Neill’s Heavy Haulage : The Limerick-based company, renowned for its exceptional team, innovative solutions, and record-setting projects, continues to lead the way in transporting heavy and abnormal loads across Ireland, the UK, and Europe.
- [Sunderland’s Self-Driving Bus Project Announces Oxa](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/sunderlands-self-driving-bus-project-announces-oxa/): The Sunderland Advanced Mobility Shuttle (SAMS) project is proud to announce Oxa as the new autonomy provider for its groundbreaking autonomous transport initiative, running during the first quarter of 2025.
- [Driving Progress: Inside SQS’s Fleet Overhaul](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/driving-progress-inside-sqss-fleet-overhaul/): SQS's fleet modernisation, led by Transport Manager James Gupwell, integrates sustainability, efficiency, and cutting-edge technology to meet operational and environmental challenges.
- [Managing Subsidence Risks in Logistics Centres](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/managing-subsidence-risks-in-logistics-centres/): Essential to international trade, the global logistics industry was valued at 9.41 trillion U.S.
- [Preview: Raruk Showcase At Packaging Innovations & Empack](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/preview-raruk-showcase-at-packaging-innovations-empack/): On the 12th & 13th of February 2025, Packaging Innovations & EMPACK will be returning to the NEC in Birmingham.
- [Parliament : Bus Services (No 2) Bill](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bus-services-no-2-bill/): The Bus Services (No.2) Bill was laid before Parliament on 17 December 2024, which means it is well on the way towards being enacted as legislation.
- [National Express Wins London Stansted Airport Contract](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-wins-london-stansted-airport-contract/): National Express has successfully retained its contract with London Stansted Airport, following a competitive tender process managed by the airport’s owners, Manchester Airports Group (MAG).
- [Europa Boost Campaign to Ease Dartford Crossing Congestion](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/europa-boost-campaign-to-ease-dartford-crossing-congestion/): As the campaign for the proposed Lower Thames Crossing continues at pace, leading logistics provider Europa Worldwide Group has become one of the latest British business to lend its voice to the issue.
- [Transport & Storage Firms Reject Increased Working From Home](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/transport-storage-firms-reject-increased-working-from-home/): As Brits return to work, thousands are planning to quit their jobs with companies that insist on a full-time return to the office.
- [Solar Powered Aircraft Achieves New Stratospheric Success](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/solar-powered-aircraft-achieves-new-stratospheric-success/): A British-led team of engineers has taken a leap forward in the race to harness the stratosphere for earth observation and communications, completing a new series of test flights of BAE Systems’ High Altitude Pseudo Satellite (HAPS) Uncrewed Aerial System (UAS), PHASA-35, in quick succession.
- [Logistics Sector Confident To Meet Retail Distribution](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-sector-confident-to-meet-retail-distribution/): As UK retailers receive a surge in orders brought by the January sales, logistics providers have stepped up to meet the challenge.
- [Prometeon & Martin Macík Jr. Partner For The 2025 Dakar Rally](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/prometeon-martin-macik-jr-partner-for-the-2025-dakar-rally/): Prometeon Tyre Group is partnering again with Martin Macík Jr. the winner of the 2024 Dakar rally, one of the toughest rallying events in the world.
- [Wise Welcomes Richard Tucker as Enterprise Sales Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/wise-welcomes-richard-tucker-as-enterprise-sales-director/): Wise is delighted to announce the appointment of Richard Tucker as Enterprise Sales Director, effective January 2025.
- [Transport & Storage Have Fewer Concerns Than Any Other Sector ](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/transport-storage-have-fewer-concerns-than-any-other-sector/): New data from the ONS reveals 41% of transport & storage sector companies – including couriers, home delivery and logistics firms – report they have no main concerns for their businesses heading into January 2025.
- [UK Becomes First the Impose SAF Mandate into Law](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/uk-becomes-first-the-impose-saf-mandate-into-law/): The Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Mandate has officially come into force, making the UK among the first countries globally to enshrine it in law.
- [Paua to Roam: To Expand Access To Over 800 EV Connectors](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/paua-to-roam-to-expand-access-to-over-800-ev-connectors/): Paua, the UK’s leading EV charging platform for businesses, is delighted to announce its new partnership with Roam Charging, formerly known as EVC.
- [VEV Falcon Electrification to Decarbonise Surrey Bus Services](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/vev-falcon-electrification-to-decarbonise-surrey-bus-services/): Leading independent bus operator, Falcon Coaches engaged VEV to design, procure and build its bus electrification transition, reducing carbon emissions in Surrey.
- [How To Have A Sustainable Merry Christmas Time](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/how-to-have-a-sustainable-merry-christmas-time/): How To Have A Sustainable Merry Christmas Time : The festive season is notorious for generating excess waste, with around 30% more produced than at other times of the year.
- [Lynch Tankers: 70 Years of Excellence in Chemical Transport](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/lynch-tankers-70-years-of-excellence-in-chemical-transport/): Lynch Tankers proudly marks its 70th anniversary in 2024.
- [Siemens Mobility’s British Battery Trains Hits The Tracks](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/siemens-mobilitys-british-battery-trains-hits-the-tracks/): The Mireo Plus B battery train is rolled out in the East Brandenburg network, Germany, using the same technology as the British Desiro Verve project.
- [National Express Keep Britain Moving Amid Rail Disruption ](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-keep-britain-moving-amid-rail-disruption/): Scheduled coach operator National Express is adding extra capacity on some of its key services to help people get to where they need to be this Christmas.
- [Industry Leaders Rally Behind Not-For-Profit ‘Motorvate’](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/industry-leaders-rally-behind-not-for-profit-motorvate/): Messe Frankfurt UK, the team behind Automechanika Birmingham, has unveiled the headline sponsors and launch partners for ‘Motorvate’, the not-for-profit, pioneering Automotive Careers, Skills and Recruitment initiative, running alongside Automechanika Birmingham in June 2025.
- [Longcliffe Quarries Boosts Fleet with 15 ‘Best in Class’ Volvos](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/longcliffe-quarries-boosts-fleet-with-15-best-in-class-volvos/): Longcliffe Quarries Ltd enhances its logistics with 15 new Volvo trucks, boosting efficiency, sustainability, and safety as part of its commitment to quality service and reduced environmental impact.
- [UKWA White Paper Offers Insight Into Future For Warehousing](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/ukwa-white-paper-offers-insight-into-future-for-warehousing/): A new white paper from UKWA CEO Clare Bottle offers fresh insights into future innovations and likely trends ahead for the warehousing sector, highlighting the potential changes in store that warehousing businesses should be preparing for right now.
- [Toyota Explores Possibilities for Liquid Hydrogen Power](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/toyota-explores-possibilities-for-liquid-hydrogen-power/): Toyota has developed a concept model that explores how hydrogen gas generated while driving – “boil off gas” (vaporised hydrogen) – can be used, potentially increasing the efficiency of liquid hydrogen as an engine fuel.
- [Robotic Perception Continues to Evolve in the Warehouse](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/robotic-perception-continues-to-evolve-in-the-warehouse/): Robots continue to make their mark in the warehouse, working alongside humans, and as they evolve, so do their perception systems.
- [CKF Deliver Their Intralogistics Warehouse Automation](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/ckf-deliver-their-intralogistics-warehouse-automation/): Gardiners is the UK’s leading distributor of global footwear and workwear brands to the retail trade.
- [FCL Expands Operations to the Next Level](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fcl-expands-operations-to-the-next-level/): FCL Event Logistics is a trucking and logistics company dedicated to the events industry, recognised for its in-depth expertise in live events and its ability to design logistics operations that deliver a smooth, reliable service.
- [Stagecoach East Celebrates Engineer’s 2nd Awards Success](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/stagecoach-east-celebrates-engineers-2nd-awards-success/): Stagecoach East is celebrating a second success in as many months after one of its Engineering Managers was recognised at the prestigious UK Bus Awards.
- [Paua Demonstrates How EV Drivers Are Out Of Pocket](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/paua-demonstrates-how-ev-drivers-are-out-of-pocket/): Electric vehicle drivers are losing out on fair compensation for business mileage due to low Government reimbursement rates, with some underpaid by over £1,000 annually.
- [Volumech Appoints New General Manager](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/volumech-appoints-new-general-manager/): Volumech has appointed Steve Cartwright as General Manager.
- [ABP Completes Offshore Energy Milestone](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/abp-completes-offshore-energy-milestone/): Associated British Ports (ABP), the UK’s leading ports group, is delighted to announce the completion of its offshore Lowestoft Eastern Energy Facility (LEEF).
- [Lanes Group Leverages AI To Set New Benchmarks](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/lanes-group-leverages-ai-to-set-new-benchmarks/): Recognised for excellence in driver engagement, Lanes Group demonstrates a commitment to safety and efficiency through advanced AI solutions.
- [Agency Wins Prestigious Award for Supporting Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/agency-wins-prestigious-award-for-supporting-logistics/): The founder of B2B marketing specialists, Full Mix Marketing, has won the Service Industries Entrepreneur of the Year award (East of England) at the Great British Entrepreneur Awards 2024.
- [NCRCG Welcomes One Of The UK’s Largest Trade Associations](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/ncrcg-welcomes-one-of-the-uks-largest-trade-associations/): One of the largest trade associations in the country, Logistics UK, has been named a National Ambassador of the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group (NCRCG), becoming the first trade body to take on the role.
- [Back To Black: Black Friday Will Dazzle This Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/back-to-black-black-friday-will-dazzle-this-year/): Following last year’s lacklustre Black Friday – dubbed ‘Beige Friday’ after sales dropped by -1.9% – the event is set to regain its sparkle this year.
- [Automotive’s Gear Shift: Rate of Technological Change](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/automotives-gear-shift-rate-of-technological-change/): Not long ago, the automotive industry was criticised for its slow adoption of new technologies.
- [Pallet-Track Accelerates Carbon Neutral Journey](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/pallet-track-accelerates-carbon-neutral-journey/): Pallet-Track has become a Carbon Certified Business, underlining its ongoing commitment to becoming carbon neutral.
- [ATC Logistics Pioneers The Way Towards Zero Emissions](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/atc-logistics-pioneers-the-way-towards-zero-emissions/): ATC Logistics is one amongst Europe’s leading logistics, white glove, and technical services specialists for data centres.
- [New Survey Reveals Half of Brits to Rely on Black Friday](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/new-survey-reveals-half-of-brits-to-rely-on-black-friday/): A new survey of UK consumers commissioned by GXO Logistics, Inc.
- [Shaping Sustainable Beauty at Packaging Innovations](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/shaping-sustainable-beauty-at-packaging-innovations/): Sussex-born Victoria Brownlie MBE, Chief of Policy & Sustainability at the British Beauty Council, is spearheading efforts to revolutionise the beauty industry’s approach to sustainable packaging.
- [Gloomy Start to Christmas Peak as Sales Slump in October](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/gloomy-start-to-christmas-peak-as-sales-slump-in-october/): October’s High Street and online sales results make depressing reading for retailers as the Christmas season gets underway.
- [Monex Group: Driving Towards a Sustainable Future](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/monex-group-driving-towards-a-sustainable-future/): A family-run haulage company with over three generations of industry experience, the Monex Group is a UK-based transportation group which provides specialist logistics support across a range of industry sectors.
- [Fuel Card Comparison Site Saves UK Businesses Thousands  ](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fuel-card-comparison-site-saves-uk-businesses-thousands/): FuelQ® business fuel card holders have saved an average 11.03 pence per litre on pump prices since September 2023 by using fuel cards when they pay to fill up.
- [Snow Affecting Some Deliveries – Your Rights For Delays?](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/snow-affecting-some-deliveries-your-rights-for-delays/): Snow Affecting Some Deliveries – Your Rights For Delays?
- [Drivers Uneasy Seeking Employer Support for Mental Health](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/drivers-feel-uneasy-seeking-employer-support-for-mental-health/): Half of UK's lorry and van drivers feel uncomfortable approaching employer for support with stress and mental health concerns.
- [VEV Supports Stagecoach’s Bus Electrification](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/vev-supports-stagecoachs-bus-electrification/): VEV is building high-powered DC charging infrastructure for over 150 electric buses across four UK depots: Leamington, Nuneaton, Rugby, and Chesterfield.
- [Algeco Provides Building for GRIDSERVE Electric Forecourt®](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/algeco-provides-building-for-gridserve-electric-forecourt/): Algeco UK has completed one of its most distinctive buildings ever for a UK client, having put the finishing touches to a two-floor GRIDSERVE Electric Forecourt® with retail and coffee outlet in a structure with four curved sides in Stevenage.
- [RMS Waste Disposal : A Service-Centric Approach](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/rms-waste-disposal-a-service-centric-approach/): Established in 1997, RMS Waste Disposal is a specialist in waste disposal and drain services, offering the complete spectrum of septic tank, sewage treatment, drainage, and oil and water separation services for clients across the UK.
- [Aurrigo checks-in to LAX with Award at FTE Global](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/aurrigo-checks-in-to-lax-with-award-at-fte-global/): A new autonomous way of moving baggage and cargo around the world’s airports has been hailed as the ‘Best New Transformative Concept’ at a major travel conference.
- [Liverpool Street to Become “Destination” Station Under Plans](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/liverpool-street-to-become-destination-station-under-plans/): Network Rail Property has launched a consultation on revised plans to transform London Liverpool Street, Britain’s busiest railway station.
- [Five steps UK SMEs should take to prepare for Trump](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/five-steps-uk-smes-should-take-to-prepare-for-trump/): Donald Trump’s return to office will have a significant impact on UK retail and supply chain businesses, says the international delivery expert Parcelhero.
- [Airbus Delivers First A321XLR to Iberia](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/airbus-delivers-first-a321xlr-to-iberia/): Spanish flag carrier Iberia has taken delivery of its first A321XLR, becoming the launch operator of the world’s newest single-aisle aircraft.
- [RHA & DVSA Job Shadowing for National Lorry Week](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/rha-dvsa-job-shadowing-for-national-lorry-week/): The Road Haulage Association (RHA) and the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) have hosted directors and members for the day to mark National Lorry Week (Monday 4 to Friday 8 November).
- [SITA Airports & IPS Launch Gold Standard Offer](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/sita-airports-ips-launch-gold-standard-offer/): SITA, the global leader in air transport technology, has announced the formal integration of IPS Intelligent Passenger Solutions into its SITA Airports portfolio.
- [Keep it Cool Celebrates 10 Years For The Food Industry](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/keep-it-cool-celebrates-10-years/): Operating out of Yorkshire, Keep it Cool (founded in 2014) offers specialist same-day refrigerated and temperature-controlled delivery services for the food industry.
- [Rowell’s Transport: A Legacy of Excellence in Bulk Haulage](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/rowells-transport-a-legacy-of-excellence-in-bulk-haulage/): With a legacy of professionalism and an unwavering commitment to customer service, Rowell’s Transport continues to be a trusted partner in the agricultural and haulage sectors.
- [APEX/IFSA Global EXPO Showcases the Future of Aviation](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/apex-ifsa-global-expo-showcases-the-future-of-aviation/): Nearly 3,000 of the top airline industry decision-makers, including representatives from 90 airlines, walked the industry’s most comprehensive show floor, APEX/IFSA Global EXPO 2024.
- [D.Cain & Son: The North West’s Hiab Specialists](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/d-cain-son-the-north-wests-hiab-specialists/): D.Cain & Son is a family run company managed by four directors Darren, Anne, Darren, and Leanne. The company was founded in 1999 by Darren and Anne Cain.
- [Yes to AI Functions – But No To Extra Charges](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/yes-to-ai-functions-in-cars-but-no-to-extra-charges/): Reading, UK and Ludwigsburg, Germany – Where and how much is the AI revolution changing the automotive industry?
- [Viterra Signs Deal with ABP in the Humber](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/viterra-signs-deal-with-abp-in-the-humber/): Associated British Ports (ABP) and Viterra, one of the world leading grain marketers, are excited to announce the construction of a new state-of-the-art storage warehouse at the Immingham International Terminal (HIT).
- [Prometeon Announce Renewal with Collease Truck](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/prometeon-announce-renewal-with-collease-truck/): Collease Truck and Trailer Hire has renewed its contract with premium tyre manufacturer Prometeon Tyre Group for a further 12 months for the supply of tyres to the entire fleet of 2,000 trailers, 300 tractor units and 350 motorised vehicles that range from 7.5-tonne vans to 26-tonne refrigerated trucks.
- [Yodel Partners with InPost for 'Locker-to-Door' Deliveries](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/yodel-partners-with-inpost-for-locker-to-door-deliveries/): Independent parcel carrier Yodel has joined forces with InPost, one of Britain's largest out-of-home parcel locker network, to provide final-mile delivery services.
- [DPD UK Accelerates Towards Net Zero with EV & Innovation](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/dpd-uk-accelerates-towards-net-zero-with-ev-innovation/): Parcel company DPD UK confirmed in July that it is on target to deliver a 46% reduction in emissions by the end of 2024, equating to a total reduction of 167,664 tCO2e from the 2020 baseline.
- [Final Call for Future Trailblazer Nominations](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/final-call-for-future-trailblazer-nominations/): People of packaging, this is your final chance to get those making waves in your businesses and networks the recognition they deserve, as the deadline for entries to the next Future Trailblazer Awards has been confirmed for 11:59 pm on Sunday, November 10th, 2024.
- [New Regional Director For The Humber Takes The Helm](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/new-regional-director-for-the-humber-takes-the-helm/): Associated British Ports’ (ABP) is delighted to welcome Andrew Dawes to the position of new Regional Director, Humber.
- [Chamber of Shipping Reacts to Labour's Budget 2024](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/chamber-of-shipping-reacts-to-labours-budget-2024/): On Wednesday, 30 October, the Labour Government announced its first Autumn Budget 2024 with the promise of fixing the foundations to deliver change.
- [Net Zero Threatened by Lack of EV & Infrastructure Funding](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/net-zero-threatened-by-lack-of-ev-infrastructure-funding/): “This Government's inaugural budget presented a crucial opportunity to advance sustainability targets.
- [Darcica Logistics Comes Up Trumps at Transport Awards](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/darcica-logistics-comes-up-trumps-at-the-motor-transport-awards/): Often the most innovative of ideas come out of the most challenging times.
- [Logistics UK Virtual Transport Manager - One month to go](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-virtual-transport-manager-one-month-to-go/): There is only one month to go until Logistics UK’s Virtual Transport Manager event, which takes place on Friday 29 November.
- [Castle Industrial Invest £500K in Packaging Test Centre](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/castle-industrial-invest-500k-in-packaging-test-centre/): One of the most comprehensive static packaging test centres in the UK has opened at Castle Industrial’s state-of-the-art facility in Lancashire.
- [GXO Unlocks Growth for Luxury Retailer Beauty Pie](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/gxo-unlocks-growth-for-luxury-retailer-beauty-pie/): GXO Logistics, Inc.
- [Pros & Cons to a Trump or Harris Win for UK Businesses](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/pros-cons-to-a-trump-or-harris-win-for-uk-businesses/): What impact might a Trump or Harris US Presidency have on UK retail, courier and supply chain businesses?
- [GXO Announce New Transport Partnership with Matalan](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/gxo-announce-new-transport-partnership-with-matalan/): GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: GXO), the world’s largest pure play contract logistics provider and one of the U.K.
- [XPO Logistics Holding Second UK Women Drivers Forum](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/xpo-logistics-holding-second-uk-women-drivers-forum/): XPO Logistics is to host its second women drivers forum at its national distribution centre in Crick, Northamptonshire.
- [Industry Experts at Packaging Innovations & Empack](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/industry-experts-at-packaging-innovations-empack/): Packaging Innovations & Empack 2025 will feature insights from industry leaders at Make UK, Google, Reckitt, WRAP, and the British Beauty Council, offering a comprehensive look at the future of packaging innovation and sustainability.
- [Pirtek in Partnership with Andy’s Man Club](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/pirtek-in-partnership-with-andys-man-club/): Pirtek UK and Ireland, a market leading hydraulics specialist, has launched its Under the Hard Hat campaign to raise awareness of mental health in the hard hat industries.
- [MNTB Launches Campaign to Attract New Talent in Shipping](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/mntb-launches-campaign-to-attract-new-talent-in-shipping/): The Merchant Navy Training Board (MNTB) has launched a year-long Careers at Sea National Awareness Campaign to raise awareness of the shipping industry and the endless career opportunities available.
- [Future Innovators: Lucy Bosten on Designing Packaging](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/future-innovators-lucy-bosten-on-designing-packaging/): Where does inspiration for the next big thing in packaging come from? Get a room full of packaging designers together, and they may struggle to agree.
- [MHP Consulting UK Appoints Bodo Philipp as CEO](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/mhp-consulting-uk-appoints-bodo-philipp-as-ceo/): MHP Consulting UK has appointed seasoned international automotive industry executive, Bodo Philipp, as CEO.
- [Deutsche Aircraft, First Large Aircraft with 100% Synthetic Fuel](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/deutsche-aircraft-first-large-aircraft-with-100-synthetic-fuel/): German OEM Deutsche Aircraft made history by becoming the first company to fly a large aircraft using 100% fully synthetic, zero-aromatic fuel in both engines.
- [The Evolution of Electric Vehicle Battery Packaging](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/electric-vehicle-battery-packaging/): By Trevor Stout, Applications Engineer, TOSS Machine Components, Inc.
- [‘Membership Matters’ Survey by UK Warehousing Association](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/membership-matters-survey-by-uk-warehousing-association/): The UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) has rolled out an independent membership survey as part of this year’s ‘Membership Matters’ campaign.
- [Siemens Mobility Volunteers Give Back to Make a Difference](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/siemens-mobility-team-members-at-goole-rail-village/): Team members at Siemens Mobility’s Goole Rail Village are helping to make a lasting difference to the community by volunteering and fundraising for local good causes.
- [PACE Mechanical Handling, JT Hopkins Celebrating 30 Years](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/pace-mechanical-handling-and-jt-hopkins-sons/): PACE Mechanical Handling and JT Hopkins & Sons are celebrating 30 years of working together following the installation of a state-of-the-art potato packing line.
- [Key Enablers of Sustainability in Logistics and Supply Chain](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/sustainability-in-logistics-and-supply-chain/): The logistics industry is under growing pressure as it faces a complex web of external operational challenges and internal sustainability goals.
- [Largest Truckwash Planning Permission for Site Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/largest-truckwash-granted-planning-permission-for-site-expansion/): Europe’s largest truckwash has announced exciting plans to enhance its industry-leading facilities, following the successful approval of a planning application submitted in 2024.
- [DPD & Wise to Deliver Smarter, Tech-Led Operations](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/dpd-wise-partnership/): Leading express delivery company DPD has signed a partnership with Wise to replace its legacy internal driver management system.
- [Chiltern Distribution Fleet & Warehousing Infrastructure](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/chiltern-distribution-expands-fleet-warehousing-infrastructure/): Continuing a trend of re-investment back into the business, 2025 has seen a surge in CapEx across not only the Chiltern Distribution fleet, but also in the form of a significant expansion of the firm’s warehousing facilities.
- [Ensuring Efficiency for Global Automotive Giant Honda](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/ensuring-efficiency-for-global-automotive-giant-honda/): Mainmark Ground Engineering UK is helping to drive productivity in the automotive sector with its efficient resin injection technology.
- [Fruit & Veg Border Clarity Should be Extended 'Not for EU'](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fruit-veg-border-clarity-should-be-extended-not-for-eu/): The announcement by DEFRA that import and export checks on fruit and veg will not be introduced from 1 July 2025 will provide relief for the logistics sector comments trade body Logistics UK’s Head of Trade and Devolved Policy Nichola Mallon.
- [£170B Logistics Sector is Unsung Hero of Economy](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uks-170b-logistics-sector-is-unsung-hero-of-economy/): The UK logistics sector generates £170 billion for the UK economy, employs over 8% of the nation’s workforce and is a key enabler in the government achieving its growth agenda, according to The Logistics Report 2025, Logistics UK’s annual review of the sector.
- [Prysmian Monna Lisa by Yard Awarded Ship of the Year 2025](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/prysmian-monna-lisa-built-by-yard-awarded-ship-of-the-year-2025/): Prysmian and VARD, a subsidiary in the Fincantieri Group, are pleased to announce that the market leading cable laying vessel Prysmian Monna Lisa has been awarded the prestigious Ship of the year 2025 by the Norwegian trade magazine Skipsrevyen.
- [Management Training Delivers Excellence in Transit Operations ](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/transit-operations-management-training-delivers-excellence/): Management training delivers excellence in transit operations : As skills shortages threaten growth for nearly 65 per cent of UK businesses Europa Worldwide Group is stepping up - putting investment in people at the heart of its strategy.
- [CCL Sees Opportunities for eCommerce Trade and Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/ccl-sees-opportunities-for-ecommerce-trade-and-logistics/): A leading global logistics and customs brokerage provider, CCL, has reaffirmed its commitment to helping eCommerce businesses navigating increasingly complex international trade.
- [More Recognition for the Success of Generation Logistics   ](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/generation-logistics-success/): The success of Generation Logistics, the cross-industry awareness campaign to build interest in careers in the sector, has received further acknowledgement this week with news that two of the campaign’s principals, Bethany Windsor and Phil Roe, have been shortlisted for honours at this year’s prestigious Everywoman Transport and Logistics Awards.
- [Fleet Contributes to King’s Award Win for Vertas Group ](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/vertas-group-kings-award-win/): Vertas Group is one of the largest integrated facilities management companies in Great Britain.
- [Evolution: 15 Years of Impact at London Packaging Week](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/the-evolution-15-years-of-impact-at-london-packaging-week/): The Evolution : 15 Years of Impact at London Packaging Week : Marking 15 years at the forefront of packaging innovation and design, through the voices that continue to shape its future.
- [Powering Progress: Sailing to Zero with Yara Clean Ammonia](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/powering-progress-sailing-towards-zero-with-yara-clean-ammonia/): As the maritime industry scans the horizon for scalable zero-emission fuels, low emission ammonia is looming ever larger as a potential solution for deep sea operators.
- [Currie Solutions Choose Tiger for 20 New Curtainsider Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/currie-solutions-choose-tiger-for-20-new-curtainsider-trailers/): Currie Solutions has introduced to its extensive fleet twenty new curtainsider trailers from Tiger.
- [Transport & Storage Sector Shrugs off Turmoil: ‘Awful April’](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/transport-storage-sector-shrugs-off-the-turmoil/): For months, UK businesses had been fearing the impact of April’s staffing cost rises.
- [Five-Point Plan for Maximising Forklift Uptime](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/benefits-from-regular-forklift-truck-maintenance/): What are the benefits from regular forklift truck maintenance and servicing?
- [The Top 5 Logistics Solutions for Inventory Management](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/inventory-management-top-5-logistics-solutions/): In business-to-business (B2B) supply chains, the term “best” is not subjective.
- [Retail Sales Climbed Again in April But Online Results Patchier](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/retail-sales-climbed-again-in-april-but-online-results-patchier/): Retail Sales Climbed Again in April But Online Results Patchier : Today’s ONS retail sales results for April reveal a fourth consecutive rise in sales volumes, up 1.2%, as shoppers shrugged off economic bad news and hit the High Street.
- [Airbus Delivers 1st Pratt & Whitney A321XLR to Wizz Air](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/airbus-delivers-1st-pratt-whitney-powered-a321xlr-to-wizz-air/): Wizz Air has taken delivery of its first of 47 A321XLR aircraft.
- [Packsize Wins MODERNLOG Gold Medal 2025](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/packsize-wins-modernlog-gold-medal-2025/): Packsize Wins MODERNLOG Gold Medal 2025: Packsize is proud to announce that its revolutionary X6™ right-sized packaging machine has been awarded the prestigious Gold Medal 2025 at MODERNLOG, recognising outstanding innovation, technology, and utility in the logistics sector.
- [Martin Ryan Haulage: Fleet, Talent & Sustainability](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/martin-ryan-haulage-fleet-talent-sustainability/): Laying the Foundations for The Future: Fleet, Talent & Sustainability: Adapting to the changing conditions of the transport sector, Martin Ryan Haulage continues to invest into both expanding upon and modernising its operations to ensure a future-proofed, streamlined, and efficient haulage solution.
- [UK Exports to the US Shot up Just Before ‘Liberation Day’](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uk-exports-to-the-us-shot-up-just-before-liberation-day/): UK exports to the US shot up just before ‘Liberation Day’, says Parcelhero.
- [Hexagon Leasing New Partnership with CogLock](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/hexagon-leasing-new-partnership-with-coglock/): Hexagon Leasing has partnered with an innovative new wheel security solution called CogLock and is offering it as an option to all customers choosing new lease 18t+ vehicles from next month (June).
- [Port of Dover: Diamond Sponsor for Maritime UK Awards 2025](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/port-of-dover-diamond-sponsor-for-maritime-uk-awards-2025/): Maritime UK is delighted to announce the Port of Dover as a Diamond Sponsor for the Maritime UK Awards 2025, which will take place on Thursday 26 June 2025 in Dover.
- [4AIR Celebrates Monumental Milestone](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/4air-celebrates-monumental-milestone/): 4AIR, the global leader in business aviation sustainability, today announced that it has officially verified more than 100 locations around the world carrying Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) on its interactive “Where to Find SAF” map https://www.4air.aero/saf-map.
- [Fuel the Future: Logistics Must Learn When to Hedge Their Bets](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fuel-the-future-logistics-must-learn-when-to-hedge-their-bets/): The fuel market is ruled by supply and demand, which is heavily impacted by external factors.
- [Moran Logistics Embraces Qargo's Future-Ready TMS](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/moran-logistics-embraces-qargos-future-ready-tms/): Moran Logistics, one of the UK’s largest food distribution specialists, has always operated with agility, resilience, and a sharp eye for innovation.
- [Impact of Social Value - 4 Key Lessons from Industry Leaders](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/social-value-4-keylessons-from-industry-leaders/): Social value is an important part of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) commitments.
- [Driving Financial Resilience: CFO’s CFO Service Launches](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/driving-financial-resilience-cfos-cfo-service-launches/): The CFO Centre, the world’s leading provider of fractional CFOs, has launched a brand-new service designed to support in-house Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) and drive success within some of Britain’s biggest businesses.
- [Alfa Laval Showcase Latest Innovations at Nor-Shipping](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/alfa-laval-to-showcase-latest-innovations-at-nor-shipping-2025/): Nor-Shipping, the leading international forum for the Northern European maritime industry, will take place 3-6 June in Oslo, Norway.
- [Colliers HQ Industrial Facility Near Glasgow Airport](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/construction-development/colliers-high-quality-hq-industrial-facility-near-glasgow-airport/): A standout headquarters style facility at Inchinnan Business Park, Renfrewshire is now on the market, offering significant potential for occupiers, investors, and developers.
- [Driving Change: Tate & Lyle Sugars with 100% Electric Lorries](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/driving-change-tate-lyle-sugars-with-100-electric-lorries/): Transition to electric is part of business’ commitment to be the most ethical and sustainable cane sugar refiner in the world.
- [New Chief Engineer Joins Stagecoach East](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/new-chief-engineer-joins-stagecoach-east/): A new Chief Engineer had joined Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire’s biggest bus operator with a mission to maintain, and improve upon, its outstanding record for reliability.
- [PTC and Schaeffler Expand Strategic Relationship](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/ptc-and-schaeffler-expand-strategic-relationship/): PTC has announced that a leading automotive and industrial supplier will adopt its Windchill+® product lifecycle management (PLM) solution as it continues modernising its product development practices and working to accelerate time to market.
- [Transport Manager Of The Year Competition 2025](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/transport-manager-of-the-year-competition-2025/): Transport Manager are often the unsung heroes and heroines of the transport industry, yet without their oversight and attention to detail, many of the country’s logistics businesses would find it hard to operate effectively and in a compliant manner.
- [Game-Changing TMS with New AI Feature: Multimodal](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/game-changing-tms-with-new-ai-feature-multimodal/): Freight forwarders and logistics businesses will be able to see a game-changing transport management system in action at this year’s Multimodal expo in Birmingham.
- [Wrightbus Seals £150m with HSBC UK For Expansion Plans](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/wrightbus-seals-150m-deal-with-hsbc-uk-for-expansion-plans/): Leading zero-emission bus manufacturer Wrightbus has secured a £150m finance package from HSBC UK as it prepares to ramp up production and decarbonise transport fleets worldwide.
- [Limited UK Tariffs Deal With USA Could Be Too little, Too Late](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/limited-uk-tariffs-deal-with-usa-could-be-too-little-too-late/): The long-promised US - UK tariffs deal could not have come soon enough, says the international delivery expert Parcelhero.
- [Clare Distribution Services Delivering Excellence In Ireland](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/clare-distribution-services-delivering-excellence-in-ireland/): Clare Distribution Services delivers chilled, frozen, and ambient goods across Ireland with precision, reliability, and cutting-edge temperature-controlled logistics solutions.
- [2023 EVs 10% Higher Battery Health on than 2016/17 Models](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/2023-evs-10-higher-battery-health-on-than-2016-17-models/): Generational, the UK-based innovator in electric vehicle battery health certification, today releases new data showcasing the stark differences in battery health between EVs of the same mileage – highlighting remarkable advancements in EV battery technology and the minimal relevance of mileage in the EV age.
- [Mental Health Week 2025: Employers Urged to Act](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/mental-health-week-2025-employers-urged-to-act/): As the UK marks Mental Health Awareness Week on 12th May, employers across construction, engineering and other ‘hard hat’ industries are being urged to treat mental health as a critical safety issue and take proactive steps to support their workforce.
- [Transport Firms Ditching Green Policies in Favour of AI Projects](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/transport-firms-ditching-green-policies-in-favour-of-ai-projects/): A Government survey has revealed transportation & storage sector companies are abandoning their carbon reduction plans in order to finance AI projects.
- [This Year’s UKWA Awards for Excellence Announced](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/this-years-ukwa-awards-for-excellence-announced/): The UK Warehousing Association has announced the shortlist of finalists for this year’s UKWA Awards for Excellence, sponsored by DSV.
- [BM Catalysts Emissions Control: Automechanika](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bm-catalysts-to-showcase-emissions-control-automechanika/): BM Catalysts is bringing its optimism for the future of the automotive aftermarket to Automechanika Birmingham 2025, as it continues to provide vital solutions for the aging vehicle parc and evolving emissions standards.
- [UKWA Partners with Mentor Training in Drive to Zero Harm](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/ukwa-partners-with-mentor-training-in-drive-to-zero-harm/): UKWA Partners with Mentor Training in Drive to Zero Harm : Speaking at a Workplace Transport Safety Day hosted by leading material handling training provider Mentor on 29 April, UKWA CEO Clare Bottle called for warehousing operators to prioritise safety every day, insisting that no injury is inevitable and that all harm can and should be prevented.
- [Flibco Launches High-Frequency London to Stansted Bus Service](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/flibco-launches-high-frequency-london-to-stansted-bus-service/): Flibco Launches High-Frequency London to Stansted Bus Service: Navigating between central London to Stansted Airport has become more convenient with Flibco's newly launched shuttle service.
- [Load Stability & Logistics Efficiency with Void Fillers](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/enhancing-load-stability-logistics-efficiency-with-void-fillers/): Enhancing Load Stability & Logistics Efficiency with Void Fillers: In the increasingly complex world of logistics and supply chain management, load stability and cargo protection have become critical performance factors.
- [Spain and Portugal Power Outage Have Significant Impact](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/spain-and-portugal-power-outage-have-significant-impact/): A massive power cut across large parts of Spain and Portugal will have had a major impact on EU cross-border e-commerce, says the international delivery expert Parcelhero.
- [New UKWA Website Showcases Services & Support for Members](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/ukwa-website/): The UK Warehousing Association’s new look UKWA website has drawn widespread approval from members, who appreciate the improved accessibility and increased user-friendly interactivity.
- [Lightfoot Telematics & Reward Platform to VW Fleet Customers](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/lightfoot-telematics-reward-platform-to-vw-fleet-customers/): Lightfoot is to provide its innovative suite of driver coaching and telematics systems to customers of Volkswagen Financial Services Fleet (VWFS | Fleet).
- [Mount Rainier: Our Beloved Backdrop](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/mount-rainier-our-beloved-backdrop/): Since the earliest days of Boeing, Washington state’s Mount Rainier has been making regular guest appearances during air-to-air test flights in the Puget Sound region.
- [The Automotive Careers, Training & Recruitment Event](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/the-automotive-careers-training-recruitment-event/): Automechanika Birmingham has announced a partnership with the UK-based Armed Forces engagement initiative, Mission Automotive delivered by Mission Community, which will form a key part of Motorvate, the not-for-profit Automotive Careers, Skills and Recruitment feature taking place at Automechanika Birmingham at the NEC, Birmingham from 3rd – 5th June 2025.
- [World-First: Digitally Signalled Steam Locomotive with ETCS](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/world-first-digitally-signalled-steam-locomotive-with-etcs/): In a historic first for the railway industry, testing of a steam locomotive fitted with Hitachi Rail’s European Train Control System (ETCS) in Level 2 has been completed successfully on the Cambrian line in Wales.
- [Rail Forum Annual Conference 2025: Railway Fit For The Future](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/rail-forum-annual-conference-2025-railway-fit-for-the-future/): Rail Forum Annual Conference: Rail Forum is delighted to announce the return of its highly anticipated Annual Conference, taking place on Thursday 9th October 2025 at the iconic Doncaster Racecourse.
- [Milestone: 329 Fleet of Zero Emission Electric Buses](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/milestone-329-fleet-of-zero-emission-electric-buses/): West Midlands residents can now enjoy smoother, quieter and greener bus journeys thanks to a new fleet of zero emission electric buses now in service across the region.
- [10 Years, One Culture – Shaped a Decade of Innovation](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/10-years-one-culture-shaped-a-decade-of-innovation/): 10 Years, One Culture: Europa Worldwide Group has overhauled its operations from the ground up since it was acquired by Andrew Baxter in 2013.
- [Could Shipments Suspension Spread to More Carriers?](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/could-suspension-of-us-shipments-spread-to-more-carriers/): Two major international carriers have already suspended the delivery of B2C shipments valued at over $800 to the USA.
- [Rightech : State-of-the-art EV Buses Hit the Streets of Ken](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/rightech-state-of-the-art-ev-buses-hit-the-streets-of-ken/): A pivotal order for the first Rightech buses - the EV brand launched by market-leading bus manufacturer Wrightbus at the start of the year - has been announced.
- [H.F. Owen: Innovation, Growth, & Award-Winning Service](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/h-f-owen-innovation-growth-award-winning-service/): After 50+ years in haulage, H.F.
- [Synergising Efficient Operations with Health & Safety](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/synergising-efficient-operations-with-health-safety/): Snapping up a number of awards and accolades in recent years, Speedy Hire increasingly sets the bar for environmental, safety, and operational best practices for fleet management.
- [Transaid Month 2025: Driving Change Together](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/transaid-month-2025-driving-change-together/): International development organisation Transaid is launching Transaid Month 2025 this May, encouraging colleagues, supporters and friends of the charity to celebrate and promote their sustainable development programmes, as well as raising vital funds.
- [Road Transport Expo RTX: GET CONNECTED](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/road-transport-expo-rtx-get-connected/): In case you hadn’t already heard the buzz, Road Transport Expo (RTX) will be back again this summer, with a bumper line-up of more than 300 exhibitors already confirmed – and more signing up daily.
- [National Express West Midlands & Birmingham Airport celebrate](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-west-midlands-birmingham-airport-celebrate/): National Express West Midlands is celebrating after welcoming its 100,000th customer onboard its 97A bus service, just nine months after extending the route to Birmingham Airport.
- [£38 Million Will Deliver 319 New Zero Emission Buses](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/38-million-will-deliver-319-new-zero-emission-buses/): Passengers across England will enjoy greener, smoother and quieter bus journeys thanks to a £37.8 million government investment to propel forward green transport, with 319 new zero emission buses.
- [Aurrigo & Aviation Solutions Join Forces on Autonomous Baggage](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/aurrigo-aviation-solutions-join-forces-on-autonomous-baggage/): Aurrigo International plc, a leading international provider of transport technology solutions, is pleased to announce that its Auto-Dolly Tug® and Auto-Sim® solutions have been formally approved for recommendation to Aviation Solutions B.
- [Self-Driving Shuttle Route Goes Live in Solihull](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/self-driving-shuttle-route-goes-live-in-solihull/): Self-Driving Shuttle Route Goes Live in Solihull : An exciting new autonomous vehicle trial is underway in Solihull.
- [Woodland Group Shifts to DAF with Landmark Leasing Deal](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/woodland-group-shifts-to-daf-with-landmark-leasing-deal/): Woodland Group boosts fleet with first leased DAF trucks, driven by a competitive deal and strategic growth plans.
- [Exciting Funding to Support Welsh Businesses Enhance Skills](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/exciting-funding-to-support-welsh-businesses-enhance-skills/): The Welsh Government has expanded an innovative programme to help businesses across Wales thrive and tackle known skills shortages in the transport and logistics sector.
- [Lockdown 5 Years On – When Deliveries Were Front Line](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/lockdown-5-years-on-when-deliveries-were-front-line/): Five years ago, the UK was in the grip of its first Covid lockdown.
- [Paua & Milence: High-Power EV Charging More Accessible](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/paua-milence-high-power-ev-charging-more-accessible/): Paua, the UK’s leading EV charging network for fleets, is proud to announce a partnership with Milence, Europe’s leading provider of electric truck charging solutions.
- [Hundred Thousand Inspired Minds and Bold New Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/hundred-thousand-inspired-minds-and-bold-new-expansion/): After ten years, and with more than 100,000 young inspired minds, Nissan has announced that it will double its pioneering Skills Foundation STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) provision to 16,000 children annually.
- [National Express marks 17 years of Partner Operator Awards](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-marks-17-years-of-partner-operator-awards/): National Express, the UK's leading coach operator, recently celebrated its partner operator in its annual National Express Operator Partnership (NEOP) Awards, recognising the essential role they play in ensuring the company can provide reliable, safe and comfortable coach travel for millions of passengers every year.
- [UK Ports Industry Awards Open For Nominations](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/uk-ports-industry-awards-open-for-nominations/): The British Ports Association (BPA), the trade body for ports and harbours in the UK, has opened the nomination period for its annual Awards programme.
- [Delta Unveils Next-Generation DC Wallbox 50kW EV Charger](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/delta-unveils-next-generation-dc-wallbox-50kw-ev-charger/): Delta, a global leader in power management and a provider of IoT-based smart green solutions, this week announced the launch of its next-generation DC Wallbox 50kW EV charger.
- [£5.4m Of Goods Disrupted By Heathrow Shut Down](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/5-4m-of-goods-have-been-disrupted-by-heathrow-shut-down/): Last Friday’s closure of Heathrow Airport disrupted the supply of over £5.43m of goods, says the international delivery expert Parcelhero.
- [More Than 300 Exhibitors Confirmed For RTX 2025](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/more-than-300-exhibitors-confirmed-for-rtx-2025/): With more than 300 exhibitors already confirmed to attend, you’ll be sure to find everything your fleet could possibly need at RTX 2025.
- [The All-in-One Destination for Tank Container Services](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/the-all-in-one-destination-for-tank-container-services/): Uniting some of the best known organisations in the global tank container industry under a single brand identity, Depot Connect International aims to honour its past while shaping the future of the tank container industry itself.
- [Skills Shortages Ease, But Risk To Logistics Workforce Remain](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/skills-shortages-ease-but-risk-to-logistics-workforce-remain/): The number of HGV drivers in employment may have risen in the last quarter of 2024, according to the latest data from the Labour Force Survey (February, 2025) but business group Logistics UK is warning the sector against complacency that employment issues are over for the industry.
- [Lack Of Windsor Framework Awareness Inhibiting Trade](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/lack-of-windsor-framework-awareness-inhibiting-trade/): Northern Ireland’s trade with GB is struggling to overcome challenges posed by the regulations imposed by the Windsor Framework.
- [Buffaload Logistics Expands LNG Fleet with 20 New Volvo Tractors](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/buffaload-logistics-expands-lng-fleet-with-20-new-volvo-tractors/): Following a historic commitment to environmental best practices, Buffaload Logistics has recently expanded its LNG fleet with the addition of 20 new FH Aero LNG tractor units, expanding its LNG fleet up to a total of 66 gas-powered units.
- [AIX Set To Shape The Future Of Air Travel In Its 2025 Edition](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/aix-set-to-shape-the-future-of-air-travel-in-its-2025-edition/): Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX), the world’s premier event dedicated to aircraft cabin innovation, returns to the Hamburg Messe, Germany, from 8-10 April 2025.
- [Easing The Transition To An Electric Fleet ](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/easing-the-transition-to-an-electric-fleet/): The Government’s 2035 internal combustion engine vehicle ban is now only a decade away and some logistics fleet operators are still hesitant to make the change to EVs.
- [DTM Announces Appointment of Jason Chamberlain](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/dtm-announces-appointment-of-jason-chamberlain/): Specialist Tyre management provider DTM is delighted to announce the appointment of Jason Chamberlain as Chief Revenue Officer, effective April 2025.
- [Bus Operator Highlights International Women’s Day](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/local-bus-operator-highlights-upcoming-international-womens-day/): Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire’s biggest bus operator has published a new video, highlighting the role of women in its work.
- [Greener Air Travel As UK Backs Sustainable Fuel Production](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/greener-air-travel-as-uk-backs-sustainable-fuel-production/): Have your say on how the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) revenue certainty mechanism could be funded.
- [AkzoNobel Embarks on €3M Investment in Training Centres](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/akzonobel-embarks-on-e3m-investment-in-training-centres/): AkzoNobel has embarked on a multi-million-euro global program to expand and upgrade its network of Automotive Training Centres (ATCs) to further upskill painters, bodyshop managers and OEM engineers on a new generation of coatings and technologies to support the industry in delivering a more sustainable future.
- [Gear Up For Road Transport Expo (RTX) 2025](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/gear-up-for-road-transport-expo-rtx-2025/): Get ready for the haulage sector’s most comprehensive summer tradeshow – as Road Transport Expo (RTX) 2025 is set to be the biggest and busiest yet!
- [Transport & Storage Firms Are More Optimistic About March ](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/transport-storage-firms-are-more-optimistic-about-march/): New figures from the ONS reveal transport & storage companies (including logistics, parcels and warehousing) are more optimistic than comparable sectors about March’s revenue prospects.
- [National Express Expands Into Scotland ](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-expands-into-scotland/): National Express is increasing its presence in Scotland thanks to a new partnership with Scottish Citylink.
- [Rail Maintenance AI Tech Developed Goes Global](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/rail-maintenance-ai-tech-developed-goes-global/): Technology that enables real-time infrastructure monitoring and predictive maintenance has been commercialised by Hitachi Rail following UK-led research and development.
- [Nominations Now Open for Automechanika Awards 2025](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/nominations-now-open-for-automechanika-awards-2025/): Nominations for the Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards 2025, hosted by trade body IAAF and headline sponsored by LKQ Euro Car Parts, are now open.
- [Trump’s On/Off China Tariffs Caused Parcels Backlog Chaos](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/trumps-on-off-china-tariffs-caused-parcels-backlog-chaos/): The full scale of the crisis caused by President Trump’s – now paused – suspension of de minimis exemptions for Chinese packages is now apparent, says the international delivery expert Parcelhero.
- [Get Your Free Ticket Today For Road Transport Expo 2025](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/get-your-free-ticket-today-for-road-transport-expo-2025/): Road Transport Expo (RTX) will be bringing its winning ‘all about the truck’ formula back to NAEC Stoneleigh in Warwickshire from 24-26 June.
- [UK Braces For New Northern Ireland Parcel Rules](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uk-braces-for-new-northern-ireland-parcel-rules/): New regulations for shipments to Northern Ireland are set to go live on 31 March, 2025.
- [Prometeon Tyre Group Appoints Steve Tift as new MD](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/prometeon-tyre-group-appoints-steve-tift-as-new-md/): Prometeon Tyre Group, a leading company in the development, production and marketing of tyres for the commercial, agricultural and OTR sectors, has announced Steve Tift as its new MD for the UK and Eire.
- [Full Order Book Fuels Wrightbus Growth Soars to £455m](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/full-order-book-fuels-wrightbus-growth-soars-to-455m/): Wrightbus bosses hailed production efficiencies and a full order book for a 77% leap in revenue at the Ballymena-based business.
- [Trust in Driverless Cars Divides the UK, New Survey Reveals](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/trust-in-driverless-cars-divides-the-uk-new-survey-reveals/): As driverless vehicle technology continues to evolve, a new study from car insurance comparison site, iSelect reveals that trust remains a significant roadblock for UK consumers.
- [Europa Launch Solutions to French Legislative Changes](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/europa-launch-solutions-to-french-legislative-changes/): Europa launches simple solutions to French legislative changes coming into force on 1 Jan 2026.
- [Vehicle Inspections Have Potential To Save Millions](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/vehicle-inspections-have-potential-to-save-millions/): Preventative maintenance is not only considered a legal expectation by the DVSA but new research from business group Logistics UK’s Vehicle Inspections Service shows it can be a money saver as well – with the potential to save the UK’s Heavy Good Vehicle (HGV) operators an estimated £203m a year.
- [Road Users Capture Over 230,000 Dangerous Driving Offences](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/road-users-capture-over-230000-dangerous-driving-offences/): Between 2022 and 2024 video submissions to police constabularies have increased by 55% under Operation SNAP.
- [Phil Roe Achieves Major Award : 2025 Memcom Awards](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/phil-roe-achieves-major-award-2025-memcom-awards/): Phil Roe, Logistics UK’s President, has been recognised as President of the Year at the 2025 Memcom Awards.
- [Southgate Global Updates Eco Framework to Help Customers](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/southgate-global-updates-eco-framework-to-help-customers/): Southgate Global : Sustainability has risen to the top of the agenda for countries, global leaders, and businesses alike in 2025.
- [Fast-Growing Brands Fail at Scale and Logistics Become Bottleneck](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/why-fast-growing-brands-fail-at-scale-and-how-logistics-becomes-the-bottleneck/): Growth is thrilling for fast-growing E-Commerce brands. Yet beneath the excitement often lies a silent crisis: logistics cannot keep pace.
- [UK's Bus Manufacturer Adds Trucks to its Repowering Roster](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/uks-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.
- [Logistics UK's Vision Check Operational Driver App](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/logistics-uks-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.
- [Wrightbus CEO Jean-Marc Gales to Become Deputy Chairman](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/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.
- [National Express Appoint Javier Martinez Prieto](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/national-express-announce-appointment-of-javier-martinez-prieto/): National Express, the UK’s leading scheduled coach operator, has appointed Javier Martinez Prieto as its new managing director.
- [Generation Logistics Announce Sponsors for Awareness Campaign](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/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.
- [Transense Cuts Cost of RFID and TPMS Tyre Tools](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/transense-has-launched-new-lower-cost-versions-of-its-translogik/): 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.
- [EV Boom Leaves Workshops Exposed: Mechanics Prepared?](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/ev-boom-leaves-workshops-exposed-are-mechanics-prepared/): Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming mainstream, but are UK workshops and technicians keeping pace?
- [How Qargo Protects Your Transport Data](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/how-qargo-protects-your-transport-data/): Running a transport and logistics business means you’re handling sensitive information every single day.
- [Manufacturer Wrightbus Launches New Wave of Apprenticeships](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/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.
- [DVSA To Reveal Key Preventative Maintenance Best Practice](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/dvsa-to-reveal-key-preventative-maintenance-best-practice/): Have you ever wondered what DVSA inspections reveal and how operators can stay compliant?
- [Scotland Bound : RTX Heads North of the Border](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/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.
- [World Suicide Prevention Day: Mental Health in Industries](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/world-suicide-prevention-day-mental-health-in-hard-hat-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.
- [Cluster Mobility & Logistics at the IAA MOBILITY 2025](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/cluster-mobility-logistics-at-the-iaa-mobility-2025/): 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!
- [Solar Toolkit Supports Gov’s ‘Rooftop Revolution’](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/new-solar-toolkit-supports-governments-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.
- [Transaid’s Christmas Appeal: Safer Journeys, Brighter Futures](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/transaids-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.
- [Logistics UK Compliance Platform Delivers Peace of Mind](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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 makes it clear that “non-compliance with drivers’ hours often indicates inadequate management systems” and responsible operators know that compliance is a much broader discipline than simply adhering to drivers’ hours requirements.
- [Competition & Labour Costs Hit Larger Transport Companies](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [DEKRA Strengthens Safety Training, Supporting Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/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.
- [Judges for Seatrade Maritime Crew Connect Global Awards](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/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.
- [ACs Taxis Strengthens DVSA Compliance with AssetGo](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/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.
- [Government Discounts for Electric Vans and Trucks Extended](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/government-discounts-for-electric-vans-and-trucks-extended/): Thousands of drivers and businesses across the country are set to benefit from lower prices as the government has confirmed vital funding to support the uptake of electric vans and trucks.
- [Department for Transport - 10 Years of Better Road Travel](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/10-years-of-better-road-travel/): As most would guess, road travel is the most dominant form of transport in the UK.
- [MEMS Power Generation Offers Cleaner Generator Hire](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/mems-power-generation-offers-cleaner-generator-hire-nationwide/): MEMS Power Generation is highlighting its sustainable generator hire offering nationwide, enabling organisations to reduce emissions while maintaining reliable temporary power.
- [Greencore Opts for Tiger to Supply 68 Refrigerated Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/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.
- [Classroom to Career: Europa Backs Future Logistics Leaders](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/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.
- [GB Trade with NI Tumbles As Post-Brexit Rules Kick in](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/post-brexit-gb-trade-with-ni-tumbles-as-post-brexit-rules-kick-in/): GB trade with Northern Ireland tumbles after tougher post-Brexit rules kick in.
- [Heathrow Submits its £50bn Expansion Plan](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/heathrow-submits-its-50bn-expansion-plan/): According to the airport’s proposal, an expanded Heathrow would increase capacity to serve up to 756,000 flights and 150m passengers annually by supporting at least 30 new daily routes, extra domestic connections and a better selection of flight times to the most popular destinations.
- [Source Signs up with Octopus Electroverse](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/source-signs-up-with-octopus-electroverse/): 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.
- [Tyron Runflat and Hometyre Partnership is Coming of Age](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/tyron-runflat-and-hometyre-partnership-is-coming-of-age/): Two leading industry innovators are celebrating a major milestone.
- [New Potential for UK Businesses with India Free Trade Deal](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [How Do We Use AI In Our Intelligent TMS?](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/qargo-qi-intelligence/): Artificial intelligence is having its moment.
- [National Express Bus Drivers, Bus Driver of the Year](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-bus-drivers-through-to-uk-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.
- [Trump’s New Tariff Move Could Add $80 to UK Products](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [Extra Seats on Southampton to London Services for Summer](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/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.
- [Half Hourly Bus Connecting Central with Birmingham Airport](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/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.
- [Are Transport & Logistics Salaries Failing to Keep Up?](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [Schneider Electric Support Resilient Transport Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/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.
- [Regime 42 Access for UK Exporters Using DDP Services](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/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.
- [Fix My Truck Launches Paid Subscriptions](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/fix-my-truck-launches-paid-subscriptions-as-platform-expands/): Fix My Truck Online has announced its deepened national expansion and introduction of a formal subscription model, transforming its formerly free service into a structured membership platform widely available across the UK.
- [Armoric Freight International Celebrates 50 Years](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/refrigerated-goods-transportation-armoric-freight/): Celebrating 50 years of success as of this year, Armoric Freight sets its sights on continued growth and significant sustainability efforts that will reshape the future of the business.
- [GH By-Products Drives Forward Investment in Volvo FH Aero](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fh-aero-trucks-for-gh-by-products/): GH By-Products (Derby) Ltd, a leading name in specialist transport across the UK, has strengthened its commitment to operational excellence with a significant investment in its vehicle fleet.
- [National Express West Midlands Apprentice Wins](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-west-midlands-apprentice-wins/): Hasan Khan, an Electrical Apprentice for National Express West Midlands, has been named best Electric Driveline Apprentice following a national IRTE Bus and Coach Skills Challenge competition earlier this year.
- [Survey Shows Workforce Recruitment & Retention Concern](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/survey-shows-workforce-recruitment-retention-concern/): A recent survey by the UK Warehousing Association (UKWA), the leading trade body for the warehousing sector, has highlighted workforce recruitment, retention and productivity as the number one concern cited by members, along with reducing operational costs and managing warehouse capacity and location.
- [YWD Transport's Local Expertise To Palletforce In Yorkshire](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/ywd-transport-brings-local-expertise-to-palletforce-in-yorkshire/): YWD Transport. Express freight distribution network Palletforce continues to strengthen its network coverage with the addition of an experienced new member to cover YO postcodes in north-east Yorkshire.
- [Fuel Duty Increase Would be a Roadblock for the Economy](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/fuel-duty-increase-would-be-a-roadblock-for-the-economy/): Fuel duty increase, The logistics industry, which delivers all the goods that the economy relies upon to operate, is today (21 July) urging Chancellor Rachel Reeves to avoid hiking fuel duty in her Autumn Statement.
- [Audi, Turning Automotive Emissions into Valuable Resources](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/audi-turning-automotive-emissions-into-valuable-resources/): When Audi first engaged Krajete GmbH to produce synthetic methane using microbes, Game of Thrones was premiering on television screens and the Fukushima disaster threatened Japan’s nuclear safety.
- [Wrightbus Unveils 6x2 as it Ramps Up Production for Far East](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/wrightbus-unveils-6x2-as-it-ramps-up-production-for-far-east/): Two years in the making, Wrightbus today gave the first glimpse of its hotly anticipated 6x2 zero-emission bus – the prototype rolling off the production line simultaneously at its factories in Northern Ireland and Malaysia.
- [UK Warehousing Association Confirms Changes to Board](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/uk-warehousing-association-confirms-changes-to-board/): The UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) has announced changes to its management board, as confirmed at the UKWA Annual General Meeting on 9 July.
- [What’s Really Holding Back the UK’s EV Revolution?](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/electric-vehicle-revolution-opinion-professor-rohit-bhagat/): OPINION: What’s really holding back the UK’s electric vehicle revolution?
- [Redefining Maintenance Strategies for Warehousing](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/redefining-maintenance-strategies/): Redefining maintenance strategies for warehousing.
- [Europa Road's DAP Flow Transforms UK-Europe Trade](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/europa-roads-dap-flow-transforms-uk-europe-trade/): End of inland customs nightmare: Europa Road's DAP Flow transforms UK-Europe trade.
- [Autonomous Ships Will be Reality Before the Industry is Ready](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/autonomous-ships-will-be-reality-before-the-industry-is-ready/): For years, shipping’s relationship with autonomy has been one of cautious optimism, mixed with deep scepticism.
- [31.3% of Transport & Storage Firms Have No Cash Reserves](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/31-3-of-transport-storage-firms-have-no-cash-reserves/): 31.3% of transportation & storage sector firms have told the ONS they have no cash reserves.
- [Insurer DCL Wins Major Award at British Insurance Awards 2025](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/dcl-wins-major-award-at-british-insurance-awards/): Insurer DCL Wins Major Award at British Insurance Awards 2025.
- [Green Light for Over 50 Road and Rail Upgrades](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/green-light-for-over-50-road-and-rail-upgrades/): Green light for over 50 road and rail upgrades supporting over 39,000 new homes and 42,000 jobs: Commuters and businesses to benefit from quicker journeys as more than 50 road and rail upgrades are agreed.
- [UK Warehousing Association, First Scotland Warehousing Lunch](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/uk-warehousing-association-first-scotland-warehousing-lunch/): As part of its drive to build the warehousing community and engage with the devolved nations, leading trade body the UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) has hosted a specially convened Scotland Warehousing Lunch in Glasgow, attended by Brian Whittle MSP along with senior representatives from Scottish companies within the sector, including Trespass, Rhino Express, Wincanton and Bullet Express.
- [ERCI Innovation Awards 2025: Rail Forum Members Recognised](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/erci-innovation-awards-2025/): ERCI Innovation Awards 2025: Rail Forum is delighted to announce the UK regional winners of this year’s European Railway Clusters Initiative (ERCI) Innovation Awards.
- [Record Numbers at RTX 2025: Visitor Attendance Soars by 34%](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/record-numbers-at-rtx-2025/): Record numbers at RTX 2025. The sun shone and the visitors flocked to Road Transport Expo, marking the event’s most successful year to date.
- [National Express West Midlands Helps Families Explore for Less](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-west-midlands-helps-families-explore-for-less/): National Express West Midlands is helping families explore local events and attractions for less this summer, with a new Family Summer Special bus ticket.
- [Europa Celebrates 5 Years of Warehouse Excellence ](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/europa-celebrates-5-years-of-warehouse-excellence/): Europa celebrates 5 years of Warehouse excellence.
- [Prime Day Could Top $21bn Globally and £1.9bn in the UK](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/prime-day-could-top-21bn-globally/): The home delivery expert Parcelhero is forecasting that Amazon’s 4-day Prime sale will turn over $21.4bn globally and nearly £2bn in the UK.
- [Self-Test Snub Could Compromise Earned Recognition Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/earned-recognition-scheme-self-test-snub-could-compromise/): “Delegated testing has always been the main incentive in which operators were encouraged to adopt the Earned Recognition (ER) scheme, so for the government to dismiss the option out of hand is hugely disappointing and frustrating.
- [Decarbonising Road Freight Needs a Collaborative Approach](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/decarbonising-road-freight-needs-a-collaborative-approach/): Decarbonising road freight needs a collaborative approach, with the amount of power required to electrify the UK’s road freight vehicles estimated to be 32 TWh (terawatt hours) – substantially more electricity than is used in Scotland each year1.
- [Winners for Everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/everywoman-in-transport-logistics-awards-2025/): The transport and logistics industry's most exceptional women have been recognised at the 2025 everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards, in association with bp.
- [Aviramp Named in Sunday Times Top 100 for Growth](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/aviramp-named-in-sunday-times-top-100/): Global aviation manufacturer Aviramp has been named in The Sunday Times 100 – the prestigious annual ranking of Britain’s fastest-growing private companies.
- [West House Joins Palletforce, Distribution Experience](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/palletforce-joins-west-house-transport/): Palletforce continues to consolidate its position as the UK’s leading express palletised freight network with its latest new member bringing decades of distribution expertise to ensure service excellence in the Bristol area.
- [AVEVA & Protium Accelerate Innovation in Hydrogen Industry](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/protium-accelerate-innovation-in-hydrogen-industry/): AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software driving digital transformation and sustainability, has been selected by Protium, the UK’s largest green hydrogen developer, as the foundation of its digital industrial intelligence platform that will drive faster development of its innovative green energy solution.
- [Hiab to Showcase Innovations at Road Transport Expo 2025](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/hiab-to-showcase-innovations-road-transport-expo-2025/): hauLeading load handling solution provider Hiab will be exhibiting at the Road Transport Expo (RTX) 2025.
- [Expo Ferroviaria 2025: Leading Railway Industry Event in Italy](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/expo-ferroviaria-2025-italy-railway/): The official countdown begins for the 12th edition of EXPO Ferroviaria 2025, the international exhibition for railway technology, products, and systems, taking place from 30 September to 2 October 2025 in Halls 9 and 11 at Fiera Milano Rho.
- [Logistics Operator Says ‘It’s the Attitude that Counts’](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/attitude-that-counts-europa-worldwide-group/): Logistics Operator Says ‘It’s the Attitude that Counts’ Europa Worldwide Group is showing its support for Generation Logistics Week, an industry-led initiative working to prove that if you have the right attitude, drive and determination to succeed, logistics is the perfect industry to build a career in.
- [Armed Forces Day: National Express West Midlands Free Bus](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/armed-forces-day-national-express-west-midlands-free-bus/): National Express West Midlands is offering free bus travel to serving military personnel, veterans and cadets on Armed Forces Day on Saturday, 28 June 2025.
- [UK Warehousing Association: £40bn Amazon Investment](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/amazon-uk-warehousing-association/): The UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) has warmly welcomed Amazon plans to invest £40bn in the UK over the next three years.
- [EV Charging Infrastructure Resilient with Schneider Electric](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/ev-charging-infrastructure-resilient-with-schneider-electric-expertise/): Ongoing partnership ensures availability in charging stations, battery storage, and related software.
- [Wrightbus : Manufacturer of the Year with ‘Outstanding’ Award](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/wrightbus-manufacturer-of-the-year-with-outstanding-award/): Pioneering bus manufacturer Wrightbus has been named Manufacturer of the Year at a prestigious award ceremony in Liverpool last night.
- [Retail Sales Plummeted in May as Spending Spree Halts](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/retail-sales-plummeted-in-may/): Retail Sales Plummeted, the amount of goods Brits bought fell by 2.7% in May, with food store sales tumbling by 5% and online spending falling 1%.
- [New Wrightbus CTO: Former Aston Martin Engineering Chief](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/aston-martin-engineering-chief-wrightbus/): Leading zero-emission bus manufacturer Wrightbus has appointed Aston Martin former engineering chief to the role of Group Chief Technology Officer as it continues to drive innovation in passenger transport.
- [UKs Response to Governments Infrastructure Strategy](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/governments-infrastructure-strategy-logistics-uk/): Governments Infrastructure Strategy.
- [UK Must Take a Global Outlook on Trade Relations](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/global-outlook-on-trade/): UK must take a global outlook on trade relations, says British logistics boss.
- [Research on Air Pollution has Increased by 134.35% Since 2015](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/research-on-air-pollution/): Research on air pollution has garnered significant interest with researchers in the past 10 years.
- [Trade Deal Won’t Help SMEs Facing Record Drop in US Exports](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/trade-deal-us-uk-exports/): The UK’s export of goods to the USA plummeted by a record £2bn in April, as Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs bit.
- [Four Steps Businesses Can Take to Prevent Expense Fraud](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/expense-fraud-remains-one-of-the-most-overlooked-risks-to-a-business/): Expense fraud remains one of the most overlooked risks to a business’ bottom line.
- [Tunley Environmental: Sustainability in Every Response](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/tunley-environmental-build-sustainability-into-every-response/): Businesses looking to align their procurement practices with ESG goals and Net Zero targets can now access Tunley Environmental new Free Sustainable Procurement Guide.
- [Volvo Trucks Introduce Automatic Speed Limitation for Safety](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/automatic-speed-limitation-in-predefined-geographical-areas/): Volvo Trucks launches a new service which enables the activation of automatic speed limitation in predefined geographical areas.
- [Securitas UK Announce Gold Award with RoSPA](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/securitas-uk-announce-gold-award-with-rospa/): Securitas UK has announced it has won gold at this year’s RoSPA awards – for the 19th year in a row as well as awards for fleet safety.
- [High Quality Cross Sectioning for Automotive Body Paints](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/automotive-body-paints-high-quality-cross-sectioning/): Henry Ford once famously said, “Any customer can have a car painted any colour that he wants, so long as it is black,” a statement that underscored his commitment to efficiency and cost control in the production of the Model T.
- [Logistics Key for Spending Review Pledges a Reality](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/spending-review-pledges-a-reality/): “Nothing, including the economy, moves without logistics.
- [SelfDrive Mobility & Flock Launch Subscription UK Cars](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/selfdrive-mobility-and-flock-to-launch-2500-subscription-uk-cars/): SelfDrive Mobility UK, a leading mobility technology platform, is pleased to announce it has partnered with Flock, a digital fleet insurance company, to make insurance simple and hassle-free for car subscription customers.
- [RTX 2025 : Premier Road Transport Show is Fully Booked](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/rtx-2025-fully-booked/): The countdown is on—Road Transport Expo (RTX) 2025 is set to be the must-attend event for professionals in the road haulage and commercial vehicle sector.
- [Fewer Transport & Storage Firms to Axe Jobs or Raise Prices](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/fewer-transport-storage-firms-plan-to-axe-jobs-or-raise-prices/): Many industry sectors say they will raise prices and cut staff numbers in the face of rising employment costs, the latest ONS survey reveals.
- [Gi Group Raise the Bar with Constant On-Site Forklift Training](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/gi-group-raise-bar-with-constant-on-siteforklift-training/): Leading HR and recruitment specialist, Gi Group UK, part of the 10th largest global staffing firm in the world, Gi Group Holding, is providing industry-leading forklift training as the demand for popular warehouse operative roles continues to rise across the UK.
- [Bus 19 – 19 Pairs of Dads and Lads Working Together](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/dads-and-lads-working-together/): Family has always been important at leading zero-emission bus manufacturer Wrightbus, but this Father’s Day will be extra special with 19 pairs of dads and lads on the payroll.
- [Designing for All: Accessible Packaging the Differentiator](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/accessible-packaging-the-differentiator/): This article is part of a regular series exploring the future of accessible packaging through the lens of the Easyfairs Packaging Council – a collective of leading thinkers, makers and disruptors from across the design, retail and FMCG industries.
- [Prometeon Tyres Strong Dakar Rally Performance](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/prometeon-tyres-strong-dakar-rally-performance/): Prometeon Tyre Group, a global producer of tyres for the commercial, agricultural and OTR sectors, played a prominent role in the 48th Dakar Rally, the world’s most iconic rally, held from 3 to 17 January in the Saudi Arabian desert.
- [Layer 4 Joins UK Coach Operators Association: UKCOA](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/layer-4-joins-uk-coach-operators-association-ukcoa/): Layer 4 Limited has become a member of the UK Coach Operators Association (UKCOA), reinforcing its commitment to supporting coach and travel operators with secure, scalable and modern business technology solutions and services.
- [Volvo Leads the Heavy Truck Market in Europe](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/volvo-leads-the-heavy-truck-market-in-europe/): Volvo Trucks was the market leader in Europe for heavy trucks (16 tonnes and above) in 2025 with a market share of 19.0% – up from 17.9% 2024.
- [Richard Ellithorne Joins UK Warehousing Association](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/richard-ellithorne-joins-uk-warehousing-association/): The UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) has appointed Richard Ellithorne as Head of Commercial, a new role created to drive recruitment, enhance membership services and expand the Association’s market leading training offering.
- [Kinaxia Accelerates Digital Transformation With Investment](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/kinaxia-accelerates-digital-transformation-with-investment/): Kinaxia Logistics has unveiled a multimillion-pound investment in technology as it accelerates the digital transformation of the business.
- [Carlsberg Britvic Adds 37 Tiger Trailers to its Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/carlsberg-britvic-adds-37-tiger-trailers-to-its-fleet/): Beer and soft drinks powerhouse, Carlsberg Britvic, has changed supplier for the manufacture of thirty-seven new trailers for its primary logistics operations, replacing older vehicles.
- [Currie Solutions Joins Palletforce To Grow Pallet Business](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/currie-solutions-joins-palletforce-to-grow-pallet-business/): Currie Solutions, one of Scotland’s premier domestic and international hauliers, has joined the multi-award winning Palletforce express distribution network, ensuring best in sector service provision for Palletforce members and their customers in the Edinburgh area.
- [UK Manufacturer Keeps Moving Despite French Tax legislation ](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/uk-manufacturer-keeps-moving-despite-french-tax-legislation/): Logistics experts Europa Road says UK manufacturing exporters are adapting seamlessly to France’s new import tax requirements, with its customers moving smoothly onto its Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) services from 1 January.
- [Europa Cuts DDP Confusion to Keep UK Exports Moving](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/europa-cuts-ddp-confusion-to-keep-uk-exports-moving/): Europa Road has confirmed that UK exporters have transitioned smoothly to its new Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) services following the abolishment of one-off tax representation in France for non-EU businesses which came into force on 1 January.
- [Cyber attacks? International conflict? We're not worried](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/cyber-attacks-international-conflict-were-not-worried/): In a new Government survey, fewer transport & storage businesses say they are worried about the impact of cyber attacks, international conflict, increased trade barriers and climate change than any comparable business sector.
- [Future Forwarding Expands Presence: Farnborough Branch](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/future-forwarding-expands-presence-with-farnborough-branch/): The freight forwarding and supply chain management team has opened a new office in Farnborough.
- [UK’s Logistics Sector Urges Calm in Greenland Row](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/uks-logistics-sector-urges-calm-in-greenland-row/): UK’s Logistics Sector Urges Calm in Greenland Row.
- [The Great British Pothole Crisis Exposed](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/the-british-pothole-crisis-exposed/): The British Pothole Crisis Exposed : Almost 5 million potholes have been repaired across Great Britain since 2022, with over 3.3 million of these reported by drivers, according to new research from cinch, the UK’s leading online used car retailer.
- [Pothole Dangers for Heavy Good Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/pothole-dangers-for-heavy-good-vehicles/): Following the UK’s worst snowfall in over 10 years caused by Storm Goretti, deteriorating road conditions and concealed potholes are creating heightened risks for commercial vehicle drivers.
- [Layer 4 Delivers IT and Peace of Mind for Farrall’s Group ](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/layer-4-delivers-it-and-peace-of-mind-for-farralls-group/): Layer 4, a managed IT services provider to business across the UK and Ireland, has enhanced the IT operations of Farrall’s Group.
- [RTX Northern Ireland Set to Make Its Debut This Spring](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/rtx-northern-ireland-set-to-make-its-debut-this-spring/): RTX Northern Ireland is set to make a strong debut this spring, establishing itself as a must-attend event for HGV fleet operators across the region.
- [National Express Renews Partnership with Wembley](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-renews-partnership-with-wembley-stadium/): Sports fans and concert-goers heading to Wembley Stadium connected by EE will benefit from direct coach services from over 50 locations across the country as National Express renews its partnership as the Official Coach Supplier to Wembley Stadium.
- [ADEPT Response to Government Pothole Ratings Map](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/adept-response-to-government-pothole-ratings-map/): “We acknowledge the government's commitment to transparency and long-term investment in local roads, however the newly published ratings raise significant questions about the assessment methodology.
- [Road Maintenance Ratings Must Underpin Long-term Renewal](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/road-maintenance-ratings-must-underpin-long-term-renewal/): “The Road Maintenance Ratings announced today are a positive step toward greater transparency and accountability in local highway authorities ensuring roads are in good condition.
- [National Express Achieves ISO 45001 Certification](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-achieves-iso-45001-certification/): National Express has successfully achieved ISO 45001 certification from the British Assessment Bureau, reinforcing its commitment to maintaining the highest standards in occupational health and safety across its UK coach operations.
- [Road Safety Strategy is an Opportunity](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/road-safety-strategy-is-an-opportunity/): “Logistics UK supports the publication of the new Road Safety Strategy and all initiatives to reduce deaths and serious injuries are critically important for our members and their teams.
- [Hidden Hiring Costs Transport Operators Don’t Measure](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/the-hidden-hiring-costs-transport-operators-dont-measure/): In transport and logistics, margins are tight, compliance is unforgiving, and operational disruption is expensive.
- [Introducing the RV4T-5G Reversing Camera System](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/introducing-the-rv4t-5g-reversing-camera-system-next-generation-5g-wireless-safety-for-vehicles/): The launch of the RV4T-5G Reversing Camera System, a cutting-edge 5G wireless reversing camera solution designed to dramatically improve driver visibility, safety, and manoeuvrability for recreational vehicles, trailers, commercial vehicles and other large rigs.
- [New Electric Truck Grants Are A Positive Signal](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/new-electric-truck-grants-are-a-positive-signal/): “The Plug-in Truck Grant is fundamental to the continued uptake of electric HGVs, and today’s announcement increasing the grant for electric HGVs up to £120,000 per vehicle is a welcome step forward that can help support the business case for industry to invest.
- [All Aboard! Wrightbus Team Racks Up 200 Years of Service](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/all-aboard-wrightbus-team-racks-up-200-years-of-service/): Zero-emission bus manufacturer Wrightbus has made a purposeful start to 2026, reinforcing its market-leading expertise with a series of strategic promotions and appointments across the group.
- [Yusen Logistics Announce European Healthcare Leadership](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/yusen-logistics-announce-european-healthcare-leadership/): Yusen Logistics is pleased to announce the appointment of Bruno Jacques as the new CEO of Yusen Logistics Healthcare (Europe) and Deputy MD of Yusen Logistics Europe, following the successful closing of the acquisition of the Walden Healthcare Group.
- [OOH: Scent, Sound, & Sensation: Future of Outdoor Adverts](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/ooh-scent-sound-sensation-future-of-outdoor-adverts/): From coffee-scented bus stops to talking billboards, OOH advertising is becoming a full sensory experience.
- [Alan Whittington: IoTA Mourns Sudden Passing of President](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/alan-whittington-iota-mourns-sudden-passing-of-president/): The Institute of Transport Administration (IoTA) is deeply saddened by the sudden passing of its President, Alan J Whittington FInsTA, 76, who died soon after a fall on 14 December.
- [Government Trade Union Proposals ‘Heap Pressure on Business’](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/government-trade-union-proposals-heap-pressure-on-business/): The most unionised part of the private sector has pushed back against new pro-union policies, including a right for representatives to get into workplaces on a weekly basis with as little as two days’ notice.
- [Yusen Logistics Group Acquisition of Walden Health](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/yusen-logistics-group-acquisition-of-walden-health/): Yusen Logistics Group Completes Acquisition of Walden Health: Yusen Logistics Global Management Co., Ltd.
- [National Express Manager: King’s New Year Honours 2026 ](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-manager-kings-new-year-honours-2026/): A senior transport manager at National Express has been recognised for her exceptional leadership and operational excellence in His Majesty The King’s New Year Honours list, announced today.
- [Logistics UK Welcomes New Head of Trade Policy](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/logistics-uk-welcomes-new-head-of-trade-policy/): Business group Logistics UK continues to strengthen its policy team and support for its members on trade and customs issues with the appointment of James Mills as its new Head of Trade Policy.
- [Logistics UK Names John Trenchard Leader of the Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/logistics-uk-names-john-trenchard-leader-of-the-year/): Business Group Logistics UK has named John Trenchard, Vice President Commercial & Supply Chain, DP World the Logistics Leader of the Year at its annual Logistics Awards, held at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge on Thursday 11 December 2025.
- [Europa Steps Up Support as Software Outages Cause Delays](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/europa-steps-up-support-as-software-outages-cause-delays/): Europa Road has demonstrated its ability to keep goods moving, whatever the challenge, with a huge manpower investment to tackle ongoing external customs software outages.
- [Tyron Runflat Goes Full Steam Ahead with Investment](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tyron-runflat-goes-full-steam-ahead-with-investment/): Supporting commercial vehicles at a time of intense economic pressure, inventor of the world’s only multi-piece rubber Runflat system, Tyron Runflat, is doubling its facility with the ambition to create its first UK centre of excellence within the next five years.
- [Qargo AI Transport Management Software Transforms Efficiency](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/qargo-ai-transport-management-software-transforms-efficiency/): Qargo, the intelligent Transport Management System (TMS) significantly cutting operating costs for European transport operators, today announced it has raised $33 million in Series B funding.
- [Smart Solutions Help Swiss Pack Navigate Post-Brexit Customs](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/smart-solutions-help-swiss-pack-navigate-post-brexit-customs/): As new French customs legislation looms, Europa Worldwide Group’s innovative DDP Flow solutions are ensuring exporters such as leading packaging brand Swiss Pack can keep trade moving.
- [DEKRA Supports Courier and Logistics Operators](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/dekra-supports-courier-and-logistics-operators/): As the UK gears up for the busiest delivery period of the year, DEKRA Automotive Ltd is urging transport, courier and last-mile delivery providers to strengthen driver safety and operational readiness.
- [Logistics UK has the Vision to Launch New Business Unit](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/logistics-uk-has-the-vision-to-launch-new-business-unit/): Business group Logistics UK has strengthened its digital support for its members with the creation of a new business unit under the leadership of Jemma James as Director of Partnerships and Digital Services.
- [Dartford Discussions On Infrastructure Improvements](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/dartford-discussions-on-infrastructure-improvements/): Europa Worldwide Group recently welcomed local MP Jim Dickson to its Dartford headquarters to discuss how the firm can continue to support work being done to ease congestion in the area.
- [Allied Bakeries Grows its Tiger Fleet with 15 Box Van Trailers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/allied-bakeries-grows-its-tiger-fleet-with-15-box-van-trailers/): Tiger has designed, manufactured and supplied 15 tri-axle box van trailers to Allied Bakeries, further strengthening the relationship following the OEM’s supply of 36 rigid bodies to the bakery company last year.
- [RTX - Ireland bound : Lisburn in April 2026](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/rtx-ireland-inbound-lisburn-in-april-2026/): RTX is set to bring its ‘all about the truck’ ethos to Lisburn in April 2026.
- [New CEO Axel J. Maschka Takes The Reins at Wrightbus](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/new-ceo-axel-j-maschka-takes-the-reins-at-wrightbus/): Zero-emission public transport leader Wrightbus today unveiled its new Chief Executive, Axel J. Maschka, who outlined his vision for global success.
- [Fuel Duty Change Will Deliver Inflationary Timebomb](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/fuel-duty-change-will-deliver-inflationary-timebomb/): “Instead of nurturing the green shoots of economic recovery, the government risks stamping them out.
- [Autumn Budget 2025: Bottom line is costs are going up](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/autumn-budget-2025-bottom-line-is-costs-are-going-up/): "Cutting through all of the noise, the bottom line for our members is that costs are still going up.
- [Over 10% of Transport & Storage Firms Cut Prices in October](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/over-10-of-transport-storage-firms-cut-prices-in-october/): In an ONS survey held before this week’s contentious Autumn Budget, fewer transport & storage companies said they are expecting an increase in turnover in December than any comparable sector, while a surprise 10.9% reduced the price of their services in October.
- [Prometeon Partners with Rally Champion Martin Macík Jr.](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/prometeon-partners-with-rally-champion-martin-macik-jr/): Prometeon Tyre Group, a leading company in the commercial, agricultural and OTR tyre sectors, has renewed its partnership with rally champion Martin Macík Jr.
- [Brits Say Better Tech Would Get Them on Board with Bus Travel](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/brits-say-better-tech-would-get-them-on-board-with-bus-travel/): With increased bus travel central to the UK hitting its Net Zero targets, a new report has revealed that 69% of Brits said better tech would make them more likely to take the bus.
- [Celebrating Talent: 2026 Everywoman In Transport](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/celebrating-talent-2026-everywoman-in-transport/): The search is on for the trailblazing women transforming the transport and logistics industry, as nominations for the 2026 everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards are now open.
- [Could LTL Freight Optimization Tools Compound Savings?](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/could-new-ltl-freight-optimization-tools-compound-savings/): Managing less-than-truckload (LTL) contracts is complex, so you may not have the time or resources for optimization.
- [Reduction in Road Fatalities Reflects Industry's Commitment](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/reduction-in-road-fatalities-reflects-industrys-commitment/): Business group Logistics UK is encouraged by Transport for London’s announcement (TfL) that the Direct Vision Standard (DVS), that removes “blindspots” for HGV drivers, is succeeding in reducing the number of fatalities and serious injuries on the capital’s roads.
- [A M Phillip Trucktech & IVECO Milestone Anniversaries](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/a-m-phillip-trucktech-iveco-milestone-anniversaries/): Two of the most recognisable names in the UK’s commercial vehicle industry - A M Phillip Trucktech and IVECO – are coming together tomorrow to celebrate milestone anniversaries at RTX Scotland 2025, taking place on 19 - 20 November at the SEC Glasgow.
- [Prometeon Tyre Group Makes Solutrans Debut](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/prometeon-tyre-group-makes-solutrans-debut/): Prometeon Tyre Group makes Solutrans debut with full tyre and digital services offer : New tyres, fleet-management tools and the evolving SuperTruck network showcased as the Group builds momentum in France.
- [EIB Loan Supports Dublin Airport’s Efficiency and Resilience](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/eib-loan-supports-dublin-airports-efficiency-and-resilience/): Dublin Airport is set to advance a major programme of sustainability initiatives after securing a €288m long-term loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB).
- [NewPower Announce 1st of Kind EV-to-EV Repowering Deal](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/newpower-announce-1st-of-kind-ev-to-ev-repowering-deal/): NewPower, launched by zero-emission bus manufacturer Wrightbus in 2024 to repower inefficient and outdated buses, has announced a first-of-its-kind EV-to-EV Repower deal with Metroline.
- [50% Funding for New Training Course at Suffolk New College](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/50-funding-for-new-training-course-at-suffolk-new-college/): Suffolk New College will be the first institute of further education in the UK to offer individuals and businesses in the region the opportunity to attend a dedicated Warehouse Manager CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) course, with 50% funding for the first twelve places booked.
- [Europa Worldwide: International Logistics Leader Award](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/europa-worldwide-international-logistics-leader-award/): Europa Worldwide Group is celebrating a major industry accolade after being named the first-ever International Logistics Leader.
- [EV Drivers Failing Savings and Environmental Benefits](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/ev-drivers-failing-savings-and-environmental-benefits/): Electric vehicle (“EV”) drivers are failing to capture the financial savings, or reductions in carbon emissions and pollution they are seeking from EV ownership, according to new findings from Good Energy, the renewable electricity company.
- [Business Rates Will Prime the Inflation Pump](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/business-rates-will-prime-the-inflation-pump/): Proposals to reform business rates will affect the logistics and warehouse sector disproportionally, adding millions to operators’ costs and driving inflation, warns business group Logistics UK ahead of the Autumn Budget.
- [Wrightbus Launch Next Gen EV Bus – the Electroliner](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/wrightbus-launch-next-gen-ev-bus-the-electroliner/): Electroliner : Zero-emission bus manufacturer Wrightbus is once again leading the charge with the launch of its most efficient battery electric bus ever - complete with a unique battery developed following a multi-million-pound in-house programme.
- [Logistics Experts Debate The Challengers of AI & Reskilling](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/logistics-experts-debate-the-challengers-of-ai-reskilling/): Employing over 2.5 million people across the UK, the logistics sector continues to face acute skills shortages, alongside rapid change driven by automation, digitalisation and the drive to net zero.
- [Prometeon Tyre Group Serie 02 Agro Tyre at Agritechnica](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/prometeon-tyre-group-presents-serie-02-agro-tyre-at-agritechnica/): Prometeon Tyre Group, a leading company in the commercial, agricultural and OTR tyre sectors, is taking part in this year’s Agritechnica, the world’s largest trade fair for agricultural machinery, which will be held in Hanover, Germany, from 9 to 15 November 2025.
- [Partnership Society of Operations Engineers: first FleetCheck](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/partnership-with-society-of-operations-engineers-first-fleetcheck/): A new partnership with the Society of Operations Engineers (SOE) is the first in an initiative adopted by FleetCheck to promote at-work road safety.
- [Arthur Gribbin: New Engineering Policy Lead for Logistic UK](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/arthur-gribbin-new-engineering-policy-lead-for-logistic-uk/): Logistics UK, one of the UK’s biggest business groups and only trade association representing the whole logistics industry, is strengthening its experience and influence in engineering policy with the appointment of Arthur Gribbin as its new Engineering Policy Lead.
- [Transense Technologies Launches Smart Tyre Inflator : SEMA 25](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/transense-launch-translogik-tlgi-digital-handheld-tyre-inflator/): Transense Technologies plc has announced the launch of its Translogik TLGi Digital Handheld Tyre Inflator, a connected service tool that is set to transform tyre maintenance practices for commercial truck and bus fleets.
- [Countdown Begins to the Inaugural RTX Scotland  ](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/countdown-begins-to-the-inaugural-rtx-scotland/): The transport and logistics industry is gearing up for the first-ever RTX Scotland, taking place this month on 19–20 November 2025 at the SEC Glasgow.
- [DEKRA Helps Fleets Meet Duty of Care While at Peak](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/dekra-helps-fleets-meet-duty-of-care-while-at-peak/): With the UK’s busiest delivery period fast approaching, DEKRA Automotive Ltd is urging road transport and logistics operators to act now to ensure both drivers and vehicles are fully prepared for the seasonal surge.
- [Pall-Ex Group Strengthens Team with New Commercial Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/pall-ex-group-strengthens-team-with-new-commercial-director/): Pall-Ex Group, a leader in palletised freight distribution, has appointed Claire Screen as its new Commercial Director.
- [FTAI Appoints Niall Cotton as Chief Executive Officer](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/ftai-appoints-niall-cotton-as-chief-executive-officer/): FTA Ireland (FTAI) today (31 October 2025) announced the appointment of Niall Cotton as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately, following a rigorous and competitive recruitment process led by the Board.
- [“Passengers Before Profits” Leads "Fares Before Freight”](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/passengers-before-profits-says-logistics-uk/): “Logistics UK welcomes the introduction of the Railways Bill and the government's ambition for a more integrated railway system, but rail reform must deliver equally for freight services and passengers.
- [Logistics UK Respond to Gov’s Keep Britain Working Review](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/logistics-uk-respond-to-govs-keep-britain-working-review/): “Logistics UK welcomes the Keep Britain Working Review and its recognition of the urgent need to tackle health-related economic inactivity.
- [National Express to Keep Britain Moving this Christmas](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-to-keep-britain-moving-this-christmas/): National Express is once again bringing loved ones together this Christmas with the UK’s biggest festive coach network and thousands of services running throughout the season, including Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
- [Zachary Thole: Celebrating 40 Years with Furnell Transport](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/zachary-thole-celebrating-40-years-with-furnell-transport/): Zachary Thole, the Managing Director of Furnell Transport, is celebrating 40 years with the company since joining as a traffic clerk at the tender age of 17.
- [Wrightbus Lands First Major Order for More Than 30 Years](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/wrightbus-lands-first-major-order-for-more-than-30-years/): Wrightbus had landed its first major coach order for more than 30 years after re-entering the market with the launch of the low-emission Contour earlier this year.
- [Warehousing: The Backbone of British Logistics – Early Bird!](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/warehousing-the-backbone-of-british-logistics-early-bird/): Next year’s UKWA National Conference, held on 4 March 2026 at the East Midlands Conference Centre in Nottingham and sponsored by Kallikor, will celebrate Warehousing: The Backbone of British Logistics.
- [Michelin’s Approach to Off-Road Tyre Performance](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/michelins-approach-to-off-road-tyre-performance/): Michelin’s approach to off-road tyre performance.
- [Wrightbus Shows Deputy First Minister in Ballymena](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/wrightbus-shows-deputy-first-minister-in-ballymena/): Zero-emission bus manufacturer Wrightbus hosted the deputy First Minister of Northern Ireland, Emma Little-Pengelly to show how it has gone from administration to a successful global powerhouse in just six years.
- [Aircraft Interiors Expo 2026 (AIX), Celebrate 25 years](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/aircraft-interiors-expo-2026-aix-celebrate-25-years/): Aircraft Interiors Expo 2026 (AIX), the world’s leading event dedicated exclusively to aircraft interiors, will celebrate 25 years at the forefront of cutting-edge cabin innovation.
- [‘Warehousing Sector is All Taxed-Out’ UKWA Warns](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/warehousing-sector-is-all-taxed-out-ukwa-warns/): Further tax rises for the warehousing sector would have damaging consequences, the UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) has warned the Chancellor in its submission to the Autumn Budget.
- [First Wrightbus Next Gen Buses in Service on the Isle of Man](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/first-wrightbus-next-gen-buses-in-service-on-the-isle-of-man/): The first next gen, cutting-edge diesel buses developed and built by leading engineering firm Wrightbus will shortly go into service on the Isle of Man, replacing vehicles that have been serving the island’s people for up to 14 years.
- [Pembroke Investment in Exeros Technologies: AI Fleets Safer](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/pembroke-investment-in-exeros-technologies-ai-fleets-safer/): Pembroke leads investment in Exeros Technologies, using AI to make fleets safer in the UK : Funding will support Exeros Technologies in scaling its VideMatics software, used by leading fleets including the AA, RAC, National Highways and ScottishPower.
- [September Was a Bumper Month for Transport & Storage Firms](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/september-was-a-bumper-month-for-transport-storage-firms/): The latest ONS business survey has revealed 23% of transport & storage sector companies reported increased turnover in September.
- [National Express & Stotts Coaches unveil TEMSA Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-stotts-coaches-unveil-new-temsa-vehicles/): National Express and Stotts Coaches unveil brand-new TEMSA vehicles.
- [Tyron Runflat Sets the Pace for Industry Testing  ](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/tyron-runflat-sets-the-pace-for-industry-testing/): Leading the way for industry testing standards, the manufacturer of the world’s only multi-piece rubber Runflat system has extended its capabilities once more, resulting in its latest partnership with a European Special Forces organisation.
- [Onpoint Logistics Adds 26 Tiger Curtainsider Trailers to Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/onpoint-logistics-adds-26-tiger-curtainsider-trailers-to-fleet/): Tiger customers since 2018 when they ordered a three-quarter-length fixed double deck and two single deck curtainsiders, Onpoint Logistics have continued procuring their articulated fleet from the Cheshire-based manufacturer and have in October 2025 taken delivery of 26 additional curtainsiders – their largest order to date.
- [AWS Outage Could Cost $Billions in Sales and Disruption](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/aws-outage-could-cost-billions-in-sales-and-disruption/): The failure of Amazon Web services (AWS) has impacted on more than 1,000 companies, and could cost businesses and retailers $billions in lost revenue and service disruption, says the home delivery specialist Parcelhero.
- [New Alexander Dennis Enviro200 & Enviro400 for Hams Travel](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/new-alexander-dennis-enviro200-enviro400-for-hams-travel/): Alexander Dennis, a subsidiary of NFI Group Inc., a leader in propulsion-agnostic bus and coach mobility solutions, today announced that it has supplied a new Enviro200 single deck bus and a new Enviro400 double decker to English independent operator Hams Travel.
- [Eastern Forklift Trucks Joins Bennie’s Growing Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/bennie-welcome-efl-into-the-bennie-family-of-companies/): Bennie Equipment Ltd has announced its third acquisition of 2025, welcoming Eastern Forklift Trucks (EFL) into the Bennie family of companies.
- [Don't Increase the Tax Burden on Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/dont-increase-the-tax-burden-on-logistics/): The logistics sector cannot shoulder the burden of any more tax increases without fuelling inflation and stifling growth across the economy, is the assertion made by business group Logistics UK to the Treasury ahead of the Autumn Budget.
- [UAE Logistics Accelerates Growth at 3-Year Milestone](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/uae-logistics-accelerates-growth-at-3-year-milestone/): UAE logistics sector accelerates growth at 3-Year milestone amid global uncertainty : Global logistics operator Europa Air & Sea is celebrating its third anniversary in Dubai.
- [Logistics UK Aims to Help Industry to THRIVE](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/logistics-uk-aims-to-help-industry-to-thrive/): The THRIVE hub will bring together a curated library of trusted resources covering nutrition, fitness, sleep, workplace wellbeing and positive lifestyle habits from a range of contributors and external sources.
- [Smart Heavy-Duty Fleet Repair Solutions That Maximize Uptime](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/smart-heavy-duty-fleet-repair-solutions-that-maximize-uptime/): Every hour a heavy-duty truck sits idle is revenue lost.
- [Expert Insight: The Building Blocks of Greener Shipping](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/expert-insight-the-building-blocks-of-greener-shipping/): The Building Blocks of Greener Shipping : Roughly three percent of the world’s greenhouse gases come from ships, a figure that puts the sector on par with the emissions of entire industrialised nations.
- [Former Minister to Speak at Logistics UK's Decarbonisation](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/former-minister-to-speak-at-logistics-uks-decarbonisation/): Former Minister for Transport and Logistics Guy Opperman has been confirmed as a speaker at business group Logistics UK’s Delivering Decarbonisation 2025 conference, to discuss the changing political landscape and implications for achieving decarbonisation goals.
- [Wrightbus Partner with German Firm to Zero Emission](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/wrightbus-partner-with-german-firm-to-zero-emission/): World-leading bus firm Wrightbus continued its rollout of service partners in Germany by joining forces with well-known leasing firm Kazenmaier to help make it easier for operators to switch to zero emission transport.
- [Cynthia LaRue Joins the Parcelhero to Deliver Growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/cynthia-larue-joins-the-parcelhero-group-to-deliver-growth/): The global supply chain, shipping and e-commerce expert Cynthia LaRue has joined Parcelhero, the UK’s fastest-growing logistics comparison group, as its first Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).
- [Europa : From Highland Threads to High Fashion](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/europa-from-highland-threads-to-high-fashion/): From Highland threads to high fashion : European road freight specialist Europa Road is playing a pivotal role in unlocking EU trading, post-Brexit for Scottish exporters.
- [DEKRA: Peak Delivery Season Coming: Is Your Fleet Ready? ](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/dekra-peak-delivery-season-coming-is-your-fleet-ready/): With peak season fast approaching, DEKRA urges operators to act now on independent inspections to avoid costly disputes.
- [Menai Suspension Bridge Closure Highlights Fragility](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/menai-suspension-bridge-closure-highlights-fragility/): “The temporary closure of the Menai Suspension Bridge highlights the fragility of the UK’s ageing infrastructure and remedial works need to be carried out as quickly as possible so the bridge can reopen safely.
- [Transport & Storage Underestimate Cyber Attack Impact](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/transport-storage-underestimating-cyber-attack-impact/): A new ONS survey reveals only 3.9% of transport & storage sector companies say they are concerned about the impact of a cyber attack over the next 12 months.
- [Transense Unveils High-Pressure Tyre Inspection Tool](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/transense-unveils-high-pressure-tyre-inspection-tool/): Transense Technologies plc, through its Translogik division, has launched the TLGX HP, a high-pressure, Bluetooth connected tyre inspection tool for specialist vehicles and aircraft tyres used in demanding, safety-critical environments.
- [49% of Providers See Transport as Strategic differentiator ](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/49-of-providers-see-transport-as-strategic-differentiator/): Transportation management is rapidly evolving from an operational cost center to a strategic tool that companies use to strengthen their customer service and build competitive advantage.
- [Quartix and Autoglass Partner to Deliver Fleet Savings](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/quartix-and-autoglass-partner-to-deliver-fleet-savings/): Quartix, one of the UK's leading providers of fleet tracking and telematics technology, has announced a new partnership with Autoglass®, the nation's most trusted windscreen repair and replacement specialist.
- [Transport & Storage Companies Pouring Money into AI](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/transport-storage-companies-pouring-money-into-ai/): The number of transport & storage sector companies using AI has soared by 11 percentage points since December, says the home delivery expert Parcelhero.
- [Why an “OK” Performance Is a Risk in Fleet Operations](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/why-an-ok-performance-is-a-risk-in-fleet-operations/): Many logistics operations are at risk without even knowing it.
- [Asda Adds 55 Dual-Temp’ Refrigerated Moving Double Decks](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/asda-adds-55-dual-temp-refrigerated-moving-double-decks/): Asda has begun introducing to its fleet an additional 55 temperature-controlled step-frame moving-deck double deck trailers manufactured by Tiger, following successful trials last year.
- [Logistics UK Makes Internal Appointments For Growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/logistics-uk-makes-internal-appointments-for-growth/): Business group Logistics UK has made three internal appointments to support the organisation’s work in representing its members and the whole of the logistics sector.
- [How Fleets Can Get the Most from Every EV Charge](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/how-fleets-can-get-the-most-from-every-ev-charge/): According to Dawsongroup's EV Readiness Survey, 42% of fleet managers across the UK identified driving range as their primary concern when selecting an electric van.
- [Brake Invites Award Entries Fleet and Transport Teams](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/brake-invites-award-entries-fleet-and-transport-teams/): Brake Invites Award Entries Fleet and Transport Teams.
- [Durable Racks to Maximise Warehouse Organisation](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/durable-racks-to-maximise-warehouse-organisation/): Industrial storage systems for warehouses are some of the most important structural elements in the facility because they enable the storage of large quantities of merchandise while allowing employees to quickly find, retrieve and restock items as necessary.
- [Brigade Electronics Sets New Standard in Vehicle Safety](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/brigade-electronics-sets-new-standard-in-vehicle-safety/): Global vehicle safety specialist Brigade Electronics unveiled a powerful line-up of next-generation safety solutions at this year’s CV Show, reinforcing its position at the forefront of intelligent transport technology.
- [Racking Training: Prepared vs Unprepared](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/racking-training-prepared-vs-unprepared/): Racking Training: Prepared vs Unprepared. Running a warehouse is not easy.
- [1.5M Mile MellowVans Electric Urban Vehicle Launches in UK](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/1-5m-mile-mellowvans-electric-urban-vehicle-launches-in-uk/): MellowVans, the manufacturer of compact electric commercial vehicles purpose-built for urban logistics, today announces its official launch in the UK market at the Commercial Vehicle Show 2026, introducing a new solution for cost-effective, zero-emission delivery vehicles designed specifically for cross-city and last-mile operations.
- [Volvo Trucks Scores Five Stars in Euro NCAP’s Safety Test](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-trucks-scores-five-stars-in-euro-ncaps-safety-test/): Volvo Trucks continues to excel in Euro NCAP’s safety ratings with yet another test awarding Volvo FM with the maximum result of five stars.
- [What3words Unveils New In-Vehicle App](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/what3words-unveils-new-in-vehicle-app/): The Commercial Vehicle Show what3words announced the upcoming launch of its new in-vehicle app, what3words for Auto, which will bring a precise, voice-enabled way to navigate directly through the car’s infotainment system.
- [How to Protect Your Business Against Diesel Price Spikes](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/how-to-protect-your-business-against-diesel-price-spikes/): For any UK transport or haulage company, the fuel pump is a relentless cash drain.
- [How Fleets Can Get the Most from Every Charge](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/how-fleets-can-get-the-most-from-every-charge/): According to Dawsongroup's EV Readiness Survey, 42% of fleet managers across the UK identified driving range as their primary concern when selecting an electric van.
- [Telent to Deliver Traffic Signal Maintenance Services](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/telent-to-deliver-traffic-signal-maintenance-services/): Wiltshire Council has reappointed Telent to maintain its traffic signal network following a competitive tender process, reinforcing a partnership that has supported the county’s roads for more than a decade.
- [HZ Logistics Invests in Durite Driver Monitoring System](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/hz-logistics-invests-in-durite-driver-monitoring-system/): HZ Logistics has invested in a Driver Monitoring System (DMS) from Durite as part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing driver safety and wellbeing, equipping its fleet with advanced AI-powered in-cab technology designed to detect and help prevent driver fatigue and distraction.
- [CVS Show Collaboration with Armed Forces Charity](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/cvs-show-collaboration-with-armed-forces-charity/): Mission Community, the industry advocacy arm of Service charity Mission Motorsport, are back at the Commercial Vehicle Show at the NEC on the 21-23 April where they will host a formal Armed Forces Covenant (AFC) signing ceremony on day one (21st April) at 1245pm on The Main Stage in Hall 5.
- [Logistics UK Offers Practical Advice For Operators](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/logistics-uk-offers-practical-advice-for-operators/): The ongoing Middle East conflict continues to have a significant impact on the price of fuel and associated prices of moving goods through the supply chain, according to business group Logistics UK.
- [Speedy Hire: A Global Top 100 Inspiring Workplace](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/speedy-hire-a-global-top-100-inspiring-workplace/): As of writing, Speedy Hire currently boasts in excess of 3,500 product lines (including more than 300,000 itemised assets available for hire), including everything from everyday power tools and equipment through: specialist lifting, survey, powered access, rail, and power generation equipment to offer something of a one-stop solution for both those traditional and specialist construction projects.
- [How to Become a HGV Driver in the UK: A Step-by-Step Guide](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/how-to-become-an-hgv-driver-in-the-uk-a-step-by-step-guide/): The UK transport and logistics sector relies entirely on Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) drivers.
- [Layer 4 Delivers More Reliable, Joined-up IT for Skills  Group ](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/layer-4-delivers-more-reliable-joined-up-it-for-skills-group/): Layer 4, a North Wales-based IT services and solutions provider, has announced a new partnership with Skills Group, a Nottinghamshire based coach operator.
- [Descartes Expands AI Innovation on the Global Network](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/descartes-expands-ai-innovation-on-the-global-network/): Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG), the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announced expanded artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities on its Global Logistics Network™ (GLN) with the introduction of the Descartes Fleet Data Intelligence™ platform.
- [ECOOLTEC at Transpotec Logitec: Refrigeration](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/ecooltec-at-transpotec-logitec-refrigeration/): ECOOLTEC is showcasing its purely electrically driven transport refrigeration units at the Transpotec Logitec show.
- [Transense Wins Key Role in APC Backed Smart Motor Project](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/transense-wins-key-role-in-apc-backed-smart-motor-project/): Transense Technologies plc has secured a major contract with leading global heavy-duty vehicle powertrain supplier Cummins Inc.
- [Tax as a Differentiator, Growth Opportunities Fulfilment](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/using-tax-as-a-differentiator-growth-opportunities-forfulfilment-companies/): The e-commerce market is forecast to grow by c.8% CAGR over the next four years, fuelling the European fulfilment and third-party logistics (3PL) market to reach c.$380 billion.
- [Reliability and Sustainability: Descartes Freight Visibility](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/reliability-and-sustainability-descartes-freight-visibility/): Descartes Systems Group the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announced that international transport and logistic service provider Van der Wal has selected Descartes MacroPoint™ to provide its shipper customers with real-time visibility into freight moving across Europe.
- [Logistics UK: Stricter Rules for Pothole Funding](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-stricter-rules-for-pothole-funding/): “Today’s announcement is welcomed by the logistics sector, as it puts greater emphasis on planned, preventative road maintenance.
- [New Trailers Icing On The Cake For Armstrong Bakery Contract](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/new-trailers-icing-on-the-cake-for-armstrong-bakery-contract/): Cumbrian haulier Wm Armstrong has introduced three new bespoke trailers to help celebrate the 80th anniversary of its long-term bakery client Bells of Lazonby.
- [Top-Rated Logistics Providers for International Shipping](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/top-rated-logistics-providers-for-international-shipping/): Given the competitive landscape of global logistics, choosing a reliable international shipping provider is paramount for businesses of all sizes.
- [Wrightbus Joins Gov-Backed Autonomous Vehicle Programme](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/wrightbus-joins-gov-backed-autonomous-vehicle-programme/): Wrightbus, the UK's leading zero-emission bus manufacturer, is exploring how autonomous vehicle technology could address some of the most pressing challenges facing the public transport sector.
- [Logistics UK Launches Search for Rising Star of 2026](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-launches-search-for-rising-star-of-2026/): Logistics UK has launched the search for the Rising Star of the Year, which is returning to form an important part of the organisation’s Logistics Awards 2026.
- [Toyota Material Handling Europe advances Toward Net Zero](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/toyota-material-handling-europe-advances-toward-net-zero/): Toyota Material Handling Europe has reduced the carbon footprint of its iconic hand pallet truck Toyota Lifter LHM230 by 18% cradle-to-gate by switching to SSAB Zero™ steel in the forks and frames.
- [Insight from Descartes on Unprecedented UK Fuel Prices](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/insight-from-descartes-on-unprecedented-uk-fuel-prices/): With the unprecedented UK fuel prices continuing to rise and even breaking the 2022 record, I wanted to follow up on our previous comment from Andrew Tavener at Descartes with a fresh comment explaining how escalating geopolitical tensions are accelerating fuel price volatility, what this means for UK fleet operators in the short term, and how logistics businesses can respond to protect margins.
- [Simply Washrooms Improves Productivity with Descartes](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/simply-washrooms-improves-productivity-with-descartes/): Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announced that Simply Washrooms, a Certified B Corp providing complete workplace hygiene and washroom services, has chosen Descartes’ route planning and fleet management solution to support its strategic growth plans by enhancing productivity and maintaining its strong focus on customer service.
- [Tyron Runflat Gears up for Eurosatory 2026](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tyron-runflat-gears-up-for-eurosatory-2026/): At a time of fast-moving technological and geopolitical developments across the defence industry, Tyron Runflat is set to attend the global defence and security event, Eurosatory 2026.
- [Flammable Refrigerants: Sustainable, Economical and Safe](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/flammable-refrigerants-sustainable-economical-and-safe-to-use/): Due to the stricter F-Gas Regulation, interest is growing in refrigerants with the lowest possible global warming potential.
- [Parcelhero Partners with Royal Mail to Offer Low-Cost Options](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/parcelhero-partners-with-royal-mail-to-offer-low-cost-options/): Parcelhero, the UK’s leading price comparison site, has joined forces with Royal Mail to offer its popular courier services.
- [Descartes AI-Enabled Fleet and Last-Mile Innovations](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/descartes-ai-enabled-fleet-and-last-mile-innovations/): Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, is showcasing its latest artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled fleet, routing, telematics and customer engagement innovations at the Commercial Vehicle Show 2026, taking place April 21–23 at the NEC Birmingham.
- [Zero Emission Vehicle Grants and Depot Charging Scheme](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/zero-emission-vehicle-grants-and-depot-charging-scheme/): High upfront vehicle costs and the challenge of securing depot charging infrastructure remain two of the largest barriers to electric HGV adoption, according to Logistics UK’s research1.
- [Apartment Moving Companies in Las Vegas](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/apartment-moving-companies-in-las-vegas/): Las Vegas continues to grow as both a residential hub and a destination for second homes and retirement living.
- [ECOOLTEC Wins Cold Chain Sustainability Award 2026](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/ecooltec-wins-cold-chain-sustainability-award-2026/): Thanks to the use of natural refrigerants and electric drive, the ECOOLTEC technology enables emission- and F-gas-free transport refrigeration.
- [Bidfood Purchases ECOOLTEC Transport Refrigeration Units](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/bidfood-purchases-ecooltec-transport-refrigeration-units/): Bidfood, a Bidcorp UK business, has been using electrically driven transport refrigeration systems for many years.
- [ECOOLTEC: Sustainable, Transport Refrigeration Units](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/ecooltec-sustainable-transport-refrigeration-units/): German transport refrigeration specialist ECOOLTEC Grosskopf GmbH has developed a genuinely innovative generation of purely electrically driven transport refrigeration units that are extraordinarily economical and, thanks to their natural refrigerant, cool cargo in a particularly sustainable manner.
- [RAW Charging and Landsec: Chesterfield’s EV Charging Hub](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/raw-charging-and-landsec-chesterfields-ev-charging-hub/): RAW Charging (“RAW”), the leading electric vehicle (EV) chargepoint operator for the leisure, hospitality and retail sectors, is delighted to announce the opening of its first EV charging hub in partnership with Landsec at Ravenside Retail Park Chesterfield.
- [Top-Rated Trucks for Long-Haul Transportation](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/top-rated-trucks-for-long-haul-transportation/): Top-Rated Trucks for Long-Haul Transportation : Logistics companies know how critical new assets are to improving their performance and efficiency.
- [Best Companies for Shipping Financed Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/best-companies-for-shipping-financed-vehicles/): When shipping financed vehicles becomes as much a paperwork exercise as a logistics one.
- [Tax as a Differentiator: Growth Opportunities for Fulfilment ](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/using-tax-as-a-differentiator-growth-opportunities-for-fulfilment/): The e-commerce market is forecast to grow by c.8% CAGR over the next four years, fuelling the European fulfilment and third-party logistics (3PL) market to reach c.$380 billion.
- [Brighton & Hove Buses 10-year Partnership with Guide Dogs](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/brighton-hove-buses-10-year-partnership-with-guide-dogs/): Brighton & Hove Buses recently celebrated ten years of partnering with the charity Guide Dogs to provide sighted guiding training for staff.
- [UK Travellers Look for Cheaper Ways to Get Away this Easter](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/uk-travellers-look-for-cheaper-ways-to-get-away-this-easter/): The rising cost of living and increasing fuel prices are threatening Brits’ plans when it comes to their Easter getaways this year, with recent data revealing that many are reconsidering how - and whether - they travel.
- [National Express Welcomes ABE as New Partner Operator](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-welcomes-abe-as-new-partner-operator/): The UK’s leading scheduled coach operator National Express has announced that Airport Bus Express Ltd (ABE), will join its national network of partner operators.
- [Logistics UK's Tenth Logistics Awards Open For Entries](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/logistics-uks-tenth-logistics-awards-open-for-entries/): Ten years ago, Bob Dylan won the Nobel Prize for Literature, a man called Donald was the 45th President of the USA, the UK was navigating the aftermath of the Brexit vote – and Logistics UK launched its first Logistics Awards.
- [The Top Moving Companies in Philadelphia](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/the-top-moving-companies-in-philadelphia/): Moving companies help make relocations easier and more organized. Professional movers handle logistics, packing, transportation and heavy lifting with care.
- [UK's largest EV Charging Hub Opening as part of RAW Charging](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/uks-largest-ev-charging-hub-opening-as-part-of-raw-charging/): RAW Charging, the leading electric vehicle (EV) chargepoint operator for the leisure, retail, and hospitality sectors, is partnering with Landsec to launch the UK's largest destination EV charging hub at Bluewater.
- [MFG & Morrisons Reward EV Drivers with More Points](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/mfg-morrisons-reward-ev-drivers-with-more-points/): Motor Fuel Group (MFG), the UK’s largest independent forecourt operator, is delighted to announce an exciting new partnership with Morrisons, one of the UK’s most popular supermarket chains, to reward electric vehicle (EV) drivers with Morrisons More Points every time they charge their vehicle at any MFG EV Power charging bay.
- [Wrightbus is Ranked No1 on Supplier Framework](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/wrightbus-is-ranked-no1-on-supplier-framework/): World-leading zero-emission bus manufacturer Wrightbus has been ranked the number one supplier on a key public sector procurement platform.
- [What Are the Best Southeast Logistics Companies?](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/what-are-the-best-southeast-logistics-companies/): Shipping freight between South Carolina and North Carolina is a common requirement for manufacturers, distributors and e-commerce businesses across the Southeast.
- [What Are the Best Companies for Interstate Moving?](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/what-are-the-best-companies-for-interstate-moving/): Moving high-value assets across state lines requires more scrutiny than an A-B transaction.
- [Logistics UK Launch Search For Best Truck Stop 2026](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/logistics-uk-launch-search-for-best-truck-stop-2026/): Business group Logistics UK is shining the spotlight on exceptional roadside facilities as it launches the search for Best Truck Stop of the Year 2026, inviting drivers to nominate the truck stops that consistently go the extra mile.
- [Iran War’s Disruption of Strait of Hormuz Shipping](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/iran-wars-disruption-of-strait-of-hormuz-shipping/): Even if President Trump ends his attacks on Iran today, the residual disruption to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and other ocean and air cargo routes means the cost of imported goods to the UK will climb, warns Parcelhero.
- [Fuel Delivery Services During Natural Disasters](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/fuel-delivery-services-during-natural-disasters-2/): Natural disasters place extraordinary pressure on fuel supply chains. When roads close and power grids fail, uninterrupted fuel access becomes mission-critical.
- [Got Racking? Get Advice from SEMA](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/got-racking-get-advice-from-sema/): In the world of logistics, racking is an essential part of your business.
- [Best Rates for Shipping a Car Abroad](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/best-rates-for-shipping-a-car/): Shipping a car to Hawaii involves multiple logistical steps, from inland transport to port coordination and ocean freight.
- [Hannah Bywater’s Rapid Progression in Logistics Sector ](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/hannah-bywaters-rapid-progression-in-the-logistics-sector/): Hannah Bywater’s Rapid Progression in the Logistics Sector : With International Women’s Day nearly upon us, Generation Logistics is celebrating the high achievers within the sector, and there’s no better example than Hannah Bywater at Espace Global Freight.
- [Europa Worldwide Group Marks Diamond Anniversary](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/europa-worldwide-group-marks-diamond-anniversary/): Celebrating its 60th Diamond anniversary, the proudly independent logistics provider launches a new brand identity and company manifesto: “Powered by Better.” The refresh signals a new era of expansion for the Kent-based firm, which has quadrupled in size over the last 13 years and has vastly expanded its Air & Sea freight and 3PL Warehousing divisions, despite increasing global economic volatility.
- [Think Pink: Boost Private Hire Industry Female Drivers](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/think-pink-boost-private-hire-industry-female-drivers/): Addison Lee has joined forces with Think Pink, the female-led private hire and taxi drivers’ initiative powered by the Rosie May Foundation, to break down barriers and empower more women to become private hire and taxi drivers in the capital.
- [Networking is Key at this Spring’s RTX Northern Ireland](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/networking-is-key-at-this-springs-rtx-northern-ireland/): If you haven’t already heard the buzz, RTX Northern Ireland is gearing up for its launch this spring - and it’s already making waves across the transport and logistics sector.
- [The NX Group Shows Support for MND with New-Look Fleet](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/the-nx-group-shows-support-for-mnd-with-new-look-fleet/): NATIONWIDE logistics business, The NX Group has become a driving force in the fight against Motor Neurone Disease helping to raise awareness across the length and breadth of the UK.
- [DHL Report Reveals Availability is the Driver of Loyalty](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/dhl-report-reveals-availability-is-the-driver-of-loyalty/): A new report from DHL Supply Chain and Retail Economics reveals that product availability has become one of the most powerful drivers of customer loyalty in UK grocery retail.
- [Freight Association Supports International Women’s Day](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/freight-association-supports-international-womens-day/): Ahead of International Women’s Day on March 8th, the British International Freight Association (bifa.org) is reaffirming its commitment to advancing gender equality and increasing the representation of women across the freight forwarding and logistics sector.
- [Palletline Appoints Carl Moore as CEO to Lead Growth](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/palletline-appoints-carl-moore-as-ceo-to-lead-growth/): Palletline, the UK’s leading palletised freight distribution network, has announced the appointment of Carl Moore as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 July 2026, following a transitionary period after he joins the business in March.
- [Logistics Urges Chancellor to Cancel Fuel Duty Increase](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-urges-chancellor-to-cancel-fuel-duty-increase/): Business group Logistics UK is urging Chancellor Rachel Reeves to use her Spring Forecast to bolster business confidence and supply chain resilience in the wake of the current Middle East conflict, including by reviewing her decision to begin increasing fuel duty this year.
- [Pall-Ex Kevin Buchanan: Deputy Lieutenant of Leicestershire](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/pall-ex-ceo-kevin-buchanan-deputy-lieutenant-of-leicestershire/): Kevin Buchanan, Group CEO of Leicestershire-based palletised freight distribution network Pall-Ex, has been formally recognised as a Deputy Lieutenant for Leicestershire.
- [Layer 4 Expands into Ireland, Growing from Its Roots ](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/layer-4-expands-into-ireland-growing-from-its-roots/): Layer 4, a UK-based IT services and technology solutions provider, is proud to announce its expansion into Ireland.
- [Fuel Delivery Services During Natural Disasters](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/fuel-delivery-services-during-natural-disasters/): What Are the Most Reliable Emergency Fuel Delivery Services During Natural Disasters?
- [Which UK Roads are Speeding Hotspots? 2026 Update](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/which-uk-roads-are-speeding-hotspots-2026-update/): Speeding remains a leading cause of collisions, injuries, and rising operational costs for businesses.
- [Quartix 25 Years Supporting Business Fleet Efficiency ](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/quartix-celebrates-25-years-supporting-business-fleet-efficiency/): Quartix, a leading provider of GPS vehicle tracking and fleet management solutions, is celebrating its 25th anniversary.
- [Reflex Packaging Solutions Launches Reflex-Ultrarap ™](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/reflex-packaging-solutions-launches-reflex-ultrarap/): Reflex Packaging Solutions has officially launched Reflex-Ultrarap™, a new pallet wrapping system designed to improve efficiency, safety and sustainability in high-throughput warehouse environments.
- [Best Year Yet for Heavy Vehicle Decarbonisation](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/best-year-yet-for-heavy-vehicle-decarbonisation/): Decarbonising heavy goods vehicles poses unique challenges but Britain is taking steps to address them, as SMMT data published this week shows new zero emission truck registrations more than doubled last year.
- [Entries Open for 2026 UKWA Silver Anniversary Awards!](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/entries-open-for-2026-ukwa-silver-anniversary-awards/): The UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) has opened entries for the 2026 UKWA Awards for Excellence, marking the 25th anniversary of the industry’s most respected accolades.
- [National Express Provides Travel to Carabao Cup Final for Fans](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-provides-travel-to-carabao-cup-final-for-fans/): National Express is offering direct coach travel for Manchester City Football Club fans heading to the Carabao Cup Final at Wembley on Sunday 22 March 2026.
- [Industry Discus Partnership For Growth With Chancellor](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-industry-discus-partnership-for-growth-with-chancellor/): The logistics industry is ready to play a key role in boosting the country’s economic performance, as part of the government’s broader growth strategy.
- [What Are the Top Auto Transport Providers for Military PCS?](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/what-are-the-top-auto-transport-providers-for-military-pcs/): Shipping your vehicle during a military permanent change of station (PCS) requires precision, reliability and providers experienced with military requirements.
- [Best Commercial Dock and Door Repair and Installation Services?](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/best-commercial-dock-and-door-repair-and-installation-services/): Commercial dock and door repair and installation services in Allentown, PA, are vital in streamlining logistics and transport operations.
- [French VAT Reforms: The First 30 Days](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/french-vat-reforms-the-first-30-days/): Europa Worldwide Group has strengthened its market position in the wake of new French VAT compliance reforms, introduced on 1 January 2026, which have significantly tightened the conditions for UK exporters moving goods DDP into France and onwards into the EU.
- [National Express Reports Strong January Passenger Growth](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-reports-strong-january-passenger-growth/): National Express has reported strong passenger growth on services at the start of 2026, with more people choosing coach travel for their journeys across the UK.
- [UK Warehousing Association Calls for Urgent Skills Reform](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/uk-warehousing-association-calls-for-urgent-skills-reform/): The UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) has published a landmark policy paper calling on the Government to take urgent action to address the skills crisis facing Britain's warehousing sector.
- [Glasgow, Aberdeen & Southampton Airports Secures Refinancing](https://tandlonline.com/air/cargo-airports/glasgow-aberdeen-southampton-airports-secures-refinancing/): AGS Airports, the operator of Aberdeen, Glasgow and Southampton airports, has completed a £745m refinancing package with support from Allied Irish Bank (AIB), strengthening its financial position to support capital investment and long-term operational goals.
- [RAW Charging Powers up Knights Park, Tunbridge Wells](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/raw-charging-powers-up-knights-park-tunbridge-wells/): RAW Charging (“RAW”), the leading electric vehicle (EV) chargepoint operator for the leisure and retail sectors, is delighted to announce the opening of a brand-new EV charging hub at Knights Park, Knights Way, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 3UW.
- [GXO to Manage Operations at BMW Group’s Swindon Site ](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/gxo-to-manage-operations-at-bmw-groups-swindon-site/): GXO expands into the Industrial sector with new partnership.
- [SP Training First To Achieve Ofsted Exceptional Rating](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/sp-training-first-to-achieve-ofsted-exceptional-rating/): A logistics training company is the first further education provider in the country, across all sectors, to achieve Ofsted new ‘exceptional’ rating.
- [GXO Accelerates Expansion with BAE Systems Renewal](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/gxo-accelerates-expansion-with-bae-systems-renewal/): GXO Logistics, Inc.
- [Wrightbus Celebrates Apprenticeship Weeks with Events](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/wrightbus-celebrates-apprenticeship-weeks-with-events/): As part of Northern Ireland Apprenticeship Week and National Apprenticeship Week, leading UK manufacturer Wrightbus is opening its doors to future talent with two dedicated careers events.
- [Hi-Speed Joins Palletforce To Bolster Service In Guildford](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/hi-speed-joins-palletforce-to-bolster-service-in-guildford/): Hi-Speed Services has become the latest new member to join the award-winning Palletforce express pallet network, coming onboard to bolster service around its southern base in Aldershot.
- [Grey Fleet Checks From Logistics UK Reduce Risk](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/grey-fleet-checks-from-logistics-uk-reduce-risk/): Awareness over organisations’ legal responsibility regarding their “grey fleets”, employees’ private vehicles used for business travel, remains low, according to Logistics UK and it is launching Grey Fleet Checks as part of its compliance platform Vision.
- [Europa Worldwide Group’s Global Teams Unite for 2026](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/europa-worldwide-groups-global-teams-unite-for-2026/): Europa Worldwide Group kicks off 2026 in style with a powerful message and clear focus on the future at its global all-employee conference in London.
- [Why Many of Today’s Cars May Never Become Classics ](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/why-many-of-todays-cars-may-never-become-classics/): For decades, the word classic has meant more than just age. It has meant character. Memory. Feeling.
- [9/10 EV Drivers Spend While Charging, New Retail Economy](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/9-10-ev-drivers-spend-while-charging-new-retail-economy/): 9/10 EV Drivers Spend While Charging, New Retail Economy.
- [RTX 2026 Delivers High-Quality Audience & Exhibitors](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/rtx-2026-delivers-high-quality-audience-exhibitors/): Road Transport Expo (RTX) 2026 has concluded on a high, welcoming more than 13,000 visitors and over 340 exhibitors to NAEC Stoneleigh, Warwickshire, for three days of networking, innovation and business growth.
- [New Government Must Deliver Clarity, Not Complexity](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/new-government-must-deliver-clarity-not-complexity/): "Changes in political leadership inevitably create a period of uncertainty, but fleet operators make investment decisions over many years rather than political cycles.
- [Toyota Material Handling UK: I_Site Technology](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/toyota-material-handling-uk-i_site-technology/): Toyota Material Handling UK has supported leading Cornish fishing business W.
- [Samsara Study: Equipment Theft Costs Average £9.7M Per Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/samsara-study-equipment-theft-costs-average-9-7m-per-year/): Samsara (NYSE: IOT), the pioneer of the Connected Operations® Platform, today released its 2026 State of Connected Operations (SOCO) Asset Theft & Loss Report, Quantifying the Hidden Cost of Asset Invisibility.
- [Reasons To Be Cheerful: Delivery Networks On Front Foot](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/reasons-to-be-cheerful-delivery-networks-on-front-foot/): England and Scotland may now be out of the World Cup but, believe it or not, there are still reasons to be cheerful, as the home delivery expert Parcelhero is reminding saddened Brits.
- [RHA Launch Wellbeing Charter To Drive Lasting Change](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/rha-launch-wellbeing-charter-to-drive-lasting-change/): The RHA (Road Haulage Association) has today (Wednesday 15 July) launched its Wellbeing Charter, a new framework designed to put the health and wellbeing of the UK's transport and logistics workforce at the heart of the industry's agenda.
- [Rising Fuel Costs Risk Fuelling Inflationary Pressure](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/rising-fuel-costs-risk-fuelling-inflationary-pressure/): Rising fuel, labour and operating costs across the logistics sector risk creating renewed inflationary pressures that could feed through to businesses and consumers across the UK economy, according to new analysis from Logistics UK.
- [Toyota Material Handling: 70 Years of Counterbalance Forklift](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/toyota-material-handling-70-years-of-counterbalance-forklift/): Toyota Material Handling UK is celebrating the 70th anniversary of its counterbalance forklift truck, marking seven decades of engineering excellence that have helped shape the global materials handling industry.
- [Workers Expect Job Application Response within 7 Days](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/workers-expect-job-application-response-within-7-days/): 84% of respondents from the logistics and warehousing sector expected communication within seven days.
- [From A-Levels to Regional Operations Analyst In Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/from-a-levels-to-regional-operations-analyst-in-logistics/): From A-Levels to Regional Operations Analyst: How Freddie built a career in logistics : With less than one month until GCSE and A-Level results days, careers awareness campaign Generation Logistics are keen to shed light on the various roles and opportunities that are available in the logistics sector for school and college leavers.
- [How Logistics Operators Can Eliminate Parcel Purgatory](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/how-logistics-operators-can-eliminate-parcel-purgatory/): “The latest ZigZag report is concerning reading for many logistics operators across the UK.
- [AiDEN Patents Cover Consent, Payments and Data Sharing](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/aiden-patents-cover-consent-payments-and-data-sharing/): Patents granted in the U.S.
- [Transport Manager 2026 After Landmark Anniversary Year](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/transport-manager-2026-after-landmark-anniversary-year/): Transport Manager 2026 : Logistics UK’s Transport Manager conferences will return once again this autumn, after last year’s 25th anniversary series saw more than 2,100 delegates attend in person or view a virtual conference – the largest audience in the event’s history.
- [Wrightbus Australia, Drive Zero-Emission Transport](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/wrightbus-australia-drive-zero-emission-transport/): Global zero-emission bus manufacturer Wrightbus is launching operations in Australia in a significant new chapter for its international growth strategy, reinforcing its position as a world leader in sustainable transport innovation.
- [Heatwaves Hit Manufacturers Hardest, Transport Slowest](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/heatwaves-hit-manufacturers-hardest-transport-slowest/): A new ONS Business Insights survey reveals a sharp year-on-year rise in heatwaves disruption to manufacturers, with retail businesses close behind.
- [British Ports, Canal & River Trust, Landfill Tax Reforms Response](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/british-ports-canal-river-trust-landfill-tax-reforms-response/): Landfill Tax Reforms.
- [Logistics UK And Portland To Tackle Fuel Price Volatility](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-and-portland-to-tackle-fuel-price-volatility/): Logistics UK And Portland To Tackle Fuel Price Volatility : Logistics operators continue to face financial challenges since the Middle East conflict began, with analysis from business group Logistics UK showing the price of diesel at the pumps in May was 30% higher than it was in February, while the cost of filling a large HGV rose to around £1,000 a tank.
- [Accessibility and Inclusivity in the Coach Industry ](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/accessibility-and-inclusivity-in-the-coach-industry/): Accessibility and inclusivity in the UK coach sector have evolved from aspirational objectives into regulatory and operational necessities.
- [National Express Direct Service: North Devon and Birmingham](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-direct-service-north-devon-and-birmingham/): From Monday 13th July the UK’s leading scheduled coach operator is introducing a new direct service between Bideford, Barnstaple, Taunton, Bristol, Cheltenham and Birmingham *.
- [Bridge Strikes: Enforcement Risk and Operator Responsibility](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/bridge-strikes-enforcement-risk-and-operator-responsibility/): Recent remarks from Traffic Commissioners have brought renewed focus to a persistent issue within the road transport sector: bridge strikes.
- [European Research: Role of Vehicle-Integrated Solar](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/european-research-role-of-vehicle-integrated-solar/): Recent European research commissioned by the European Commission's Directorate-General for Mobility and Transport (DG MOVE) has highlighted the significant potential of vehicle-integrated solar technology.
- [Brake Shortlist For UK Fleet Champions Awards 2026](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/brake-shortlist-for-uk-fleet-champions-awards-2026/): Brake, the road safety charity is delighted to announce the shortlist for the UK Fleet Champions Awards 2026.
- [Bright Sparks – Children Get Glimpse ‘Behind the Buses’](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/bright-sparks-children-get-glimpse-behind-the-buses/): Primary school pupils have discovered the science, engineering and technology that keeps the region moving, after taking part in a ‘Behind the Buses’ experience with Stagecoach East and Cambridge Science Centre.
- [UK Van Market Returns To Growth But EV Target Gap Widens](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/uk-van-market-returns-to-growth-but-ev-target-gap-widens/): The UK van market returned to growth in the first half of 2026, with registrations rising 1.7%, but the SMMT has warned that electric vehicle demand remains well below mandated levels.
- [Hauliers To Face Border Delays Warns Port Of Dover Chief](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/hauliers-to-face-border-delays-warns-port-of-dover-chief/): The Port of Dover is warning that hauliers could face significant disruption this summer as congestion caused by the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) threatens to bring traffic through Kent to a standstill.
- [June U.S. Containerized Imports Stable Amid Global Tensions](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/june-u-s-containerized-imports-stable-amid-global-tensions/): July Global Shipping Report : Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, released its July Global Shipping Report for logistics and supply chain professionals.
- [Connecting the Nation, Powering the Future: MJ Quinn](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/connecting-the-nation-powering-the-future-mj-quinn/): In the fast-paced world of critical infrastructure, maintaining national networks requires more than just technical expertise—it demands monumental scale, precise logistics, and a forward-thinking strategy.
- [The Maintenance Challenge UK and EU's Rail Cannot Ignore](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/the-maintenance-challenge-uk-and-eus-rail-cannot-ignore/): A “railway fit for the future”: the EU and the UK have used the same phrase to describe their ambitions for rail, and the same shorthand captures the scale of the challenge.
- [AmWorld Expands Capability With Crossflight Acquisition](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/amworld-expands-capability-with-crossflight-acquisition/): Following the recent acquisition of Crossflight, AmWorld has doubled the size of both its fleet and operational network, while bolstering capacities for both domestic and international solutions.
- [CalMac: Ensuring Reliable, Quality & Punctual Ferry Services](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/passenger/calmac-ensuring-reliable-quality-punctual-ferry-services/): As part of its Corporate Plan (2025-2031), CalMac has been working to improve reliability, resiliency, accessibility, integration, and sustainability across ferry services.
- [Alfa Laval Pre-Treatment Solution Technology for SAF](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/alfa-laval-pre-treatment-solution-technology-for-saf/): Alfa Laval has been selected to deliver pre-treatment technology in a transformational Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) project, produced by hydrotreating vegetable oil (HVO) in Brazil.
- [Universal Tankers A Customer-Focused Approach](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/tankers/universal-tankers-liquid-waste-disposal/): Putting the customer at the heart of everything, Universal Tankers has a proven track record of delivering liquid waste disposal solutions with a level of professionalism and consistency that stands out from many of its industry peers.
- [Smartview360: Wing Mirror Recording and Remote Access](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/smartview360-first-to-unlock-recording-and-remote-access/): Fastview360 Launches Smartview360: The First Solution to Unlock Recording and Remote Access from Manufacturer Digital Wing Mirrors.
- [Multimodal Decarbonisation Will Need Cross-Sector Collaboration](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/multimodal-decarbonisation-will-need-cross-sector-collaboration/): Successful decarbonisation of logistics will depend on a coordinated, whole-systems approach not isolated action or siloed policymaking across different parts of the sector.
- [SG Haulage Cuts Collision Risk by 50% With Advanced Geotab](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/sg-haulage-cuts-collision-risk-by-50-with-advanced-geotab/): Geotab, a global leader in connected vehicle and asset management solutions, and H-TEC, an independent family-run fleet management supplier and authorised Geotab reseller have collaborated with UK transport operator SG Haulage.
- [€3 Non-Euro Parcels Will Affect Business and consumers](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/e3-non-euro-parcels-will-affect-business-and-consumers/): How the €3 levy on non-European parcels will affect both businesses and consumers.
- [Custom Denning Accelerates UK Market Expansion](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/custom-denning-accelerates-uk-market-expansion/): Custom Denning, the iconic Australian bus manufacturer with a heritage stretching back to 1955, today announced a significant expansion of its European operations and the appointment of Antony Goozee as Chief Executive Officer, Europe, effective 1 July 2026.
- [Volvo Trucks at IAA 2026: Drivelines and Technologies](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/volvo-trucks-at-iaa-2026-drivelines-and-technologies/): Volvo Trucks at the IAA 2026 exhibition will be a demonstration of the company’s recent successes and milestones as well as showing the way forward for trucking companies and the industry.
- [As Temperatures Soar, Trade Friction Is Hotter Than Sun](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/as-temperatures-soar-trade-friction-is-hotter-than-sun/): As Temperatures Soar, Trade Friction Is Hotter Than Sun: Logistics is critical to UK-EU trade, and so it is vital that the passage of goods between the two is made as seamless as possible.
- [Delta Coaches: A Family-Oriented Operator](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/delta-coaches-a-family-oriented-operator/): Placing family values and a care for people as the utmost priorities, Delta Coaches stands out as a coach travel specialist of nigh-on unrivalled professionalism and service.
- [GXO and Co‑op Extend Partnership with New 5‑year Agreement](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/gxo-and-co%e2%80%91op-extend-partnership-with-new-5%e2%80%91year-agreement/): GXO Logistics, Inc.
- [Quartix Joins Brake As An Associate Partner](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/quartix-joins-brake-as-an-associate-partner/): Brake, the road safety charity, is delighted to announce a new partnership with fleet tracking and telematics provider Quartix.
- [GXO Report : Efficiency, Sustainability and Optimisation](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/gxo-report-efficiency-sustainability-and-optimisation/): Six in ten (64%) UK businesses want to reduce the environmental impact of their transport fleets but admit they don’t know how.
- [Winners For Everywoman In Transport & Logistics Awards](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/winners-for-everywoman-in-transport-logistics-awards/): Exceptional women in the transport & logistics industry have been recognised at the 2026 everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards, in association with DSV and Amazon Relay.
- [TAPA EMEA Offers Free Security Awareness Training Courses](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/tapa-emea-offers-free-security-awareness-training-courses/): The Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) is giving away over 55,000 free Driver Security Awareness Training courses worth over €1.3 million to its more than 1,100 member companies in Europe, the Middle East & Africa (EMEA) as part of its ongoing programme to improve driver safety and to improve the security and resilience of supply chain operations across the region.
- [Need for Faster Movement of Data Centre Hardware](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/need-for-faster-movement-of-data-centre-hardware/): The rapid growth of data is accelerating demand for worldwide data centres, increasing pressure on the global trade of data centre hardware.
- [Prometeon Releases 2025 Sustainability Report](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/prometeon-releases-2025-sustainability-report/): Prometeon Tyre Group, a global manufacturer of tyres for the industrial, agricultural and OTR sectors, has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, which reinforces the Group’s ESG strategy and underlines the central role of sustainability across all areas of the organisation.
- [Frozen Food Temperatures: The Impact of Three Degrees](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/frozen-food-temperatures-the-impact-of-three-degrees/): The -18°C standard for frozen food storage was set over 100 years ago and hasn’t changed since.
- [Intelligent Energy Advances Commercial Hydrogen Aviation](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/intelligent-energy-advances-commercial-hydrogen-aviation/): Intelligent Energy has successfully completed H2GEAR, the UK’s flagship hydrogen aviation research programme, and is now applying the technology, expertise and infrastructure developed through the project to its next phase: commercial hydrogen fuel cell systems for zero-emission aircraft.
- [ECOOLTEC Refrigeration Units For Most Electric Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/ecooltec-refrigeration-units-for-most-electric-trucks/): Updates on components and operating protocols enable the connection of refrigerated transport systems to AC and DC ePTOs • This requires close cooperation with the relevant truck manufacturer.
- [Andrew Tavener, Dealing with Extreme Weather in Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/andrew-tavener-dealing-with-extreme-weather-in-logistics/): “Dealing with extreme weather is becoming part of the norm for logistics operators in the UK.
- [Eight Ways Fleet Operators can Transform Performance](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/eight-ways-fleet-operators-can-transform-performance/): For businesses running delivery fleets, especially those managing multi-drop routes, transport optimisation software is a necessity.
- [Trade-Led Growth Could Unlock £12B For UK Economy](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/trade-led-growth-could-unlock-12b-for-uk-economy/): A lack of alignment with key trading partners, including frictions resulting from Brexit, have held back the UK economy by an estimated £12 billion – equivalent to around £400 per household in extra economic output.
- [Darcica Logistics Drives Growth With Second Depot](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/darcica-logistics-drives-growth-with-second-depot/): A member of Palletways UK's express palletised freight network, Darcica Logistics is a leading provider of sustainable delivery and fulfilment solutions across both Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire.
- [The EU's Abolition of Duty-Free Relief on Low-Value Parcels](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/the-eus-abolition-of-duty-free-relief-on-low-value-parcels/): The European Union will this summer scrap the longstanding Customs duty exemption on parcels valued at under €150, replacing it with a new flat-rate tariff of €3 per item.
- [Europe’s Top Turn Transportation Into Strategic Advantage](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/europes-top-turn-transportation-into-strategic-advantage/): The past 12 months have marked ongoing geopolitical unrest and supply chain uncertainty, as countries globally have come to terms with various new international trade tariffs.
- [Elis Set For 140 More Tiger Rigids Via Ford & Slater](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/elis-set-for-140-more-tiger-rigids-via-ford-slater/): Elis, a leading commercial and industrial laundry, workwear, linen and washroom solutions service provider, is boosting its HGV fleet through the phased introduction of 140 additional rigids from DAF dealer Ford & Slater in partnership with Tiger Trailers, who have also supplied what will be their third double deck for the customer.
- [Movianto, Nearly Doubles Storage Capacity in Belgian Aalst](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/movianto-nearly-doubles-storage-capacity-in-belgian-aalst/): Movianto, part of Yusen Logistics and specializing in pharmaceutical and healthcare logistics, has significantly expanded its facility in Aalst, Belgium.
- [New HMRC Mileage Rate Increase Puts Pressure On](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/new-hmrc-mileage-rate-increase-puts-pressure-on/): The increase to 55p per mile marks the first uplift in HMRC mileage rates in over 15 years.
- [Economy Contraction Makes Case for Investment](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/economy-contraction-makes-case-for-investment/): The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics show despite modest growth in the economy during the first quarter of 2026, the Middle East conflict has seen the economy contract by 0.1% in April.
- [National Express: Passengers to Nominate Their Coach Heroes](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-passengers-to-nominate-their-coach-heroes/): The UK's largest scheduled coach operator, National Express, is calling on passengers across the country to help recognise the everyday heroes of coach travel through a new nationwide initiative, Coach Heroes.
- [Food Security at Risk Without Recognition of the Cold Chain](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/food-security-at-risk-without-recognition-of-the-cold-chain/): The Cold Chain Federation (CCF) today launched a major new white paper at an event in Westminster, warning that growing pressures on the UK’s cold chain are increasing risks to food security, public health and economic resilience.
- [New Van Rules Set to Reshape Urgent EU Freight Capacity](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/new-van-rules-set-to-reshape-urgent-eu-freight-capacity/): Europa Road has warned that major changes to European van legislation could affect urgent EU freight capacity, transit times and pricing, as new rules come into force in the coming weeks.
- [New Castle Building Products Lowers Fuel Costs](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/new-castle-building-products-lowers-fuel-costs/): Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG), the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announced that New York-based New Castle Building Products, a leading distributor of exterior building materials, has reduced its fleet mileage by approximately 25,000 miles annually using Descartes’ route planning and execution solution.
- [Schmitz Cargobull at Road Transport Expo 2026](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/schmitz-cargobull-at-road-transport-expo-2026/): The Schmitz Cargobull team are excited to be hosting an exclusive preview of a new Box Van at the Road Transport Expo 2026 (stand Y7) this summer alongside other innovations on their existing product range like the new Transport Cooling Unit S.CU dc90 fitted to the latest reefer semi-trailer S.KO COOL as well as new features to the curtainsider S.CS FREEPOST produced in Manchester.
- [Descartes Releases June Global Shipping Report](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/descartes-releases-june-global-shipping-report/): Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, released its June Global Shipping Report for logistics and supply chain professionals.
- [Logistics UK: Transport Cuts Are No Defence](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-transport-cuts-are-no-defence/): “Both defence and transport infrastructure are fundamental to the UK’s security and economic strength, and it would be a mistake to frame budget allocation decisions as a simple choice between the two.
- [Jump In Transport Companies Acquired by Foreign Companies](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/jump-in-transport-companies-acquired-by-foreign-companies/): The number of UK transport, retail and manufacturing businesses acquired by foreign companies soared in 2025 over 2024.
- [Last Leg's Josh Widdicombe to Host Logistics UK Awards](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/last-legs-josh-widdicombe-to-host-logistics-uk-awards/): Logistics UK is delighted to announce that comedian and co-host of The Last Leg Josh Widdicombe will be the host for the tenth annual edition of the organisation’s Logistics Awards, which take place on Thursday 10 December at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, London.
- [Toyota Material Handling Celebrates 70 Forklift Years](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/toyota-material-handling-celebrates-70-forklift-years/): Toyota Material Handling UK is celebrating the 70th anniversary of its counterbalance forklift truck, marking seven decades of engineering excellence that have helped shape the global materials handling industry.
- [Reduction in Road Fatalities Reflects Safety Commitment](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/reduction-in-road-fatalities-reflects-safety-commitment/): Following the Transport Select Committee’s evidence session on the new Road Safety Strategy this morning (3 June), the sector’s commitment to safety has been reaffirmed with data showing a drop in the number of people killed or seriously injured in collisions with HGVs1 – news welcomed by business group Logistics UK.
- [Gov Hears The Voice Of Logistics "Loud & Clear", Says Minister](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/gov-hears-the-voice-of-logistics-loud-clear-says-minister/): The work of the logistics industry, and the support provided by Logistics UK, has been recognised by Minister of Aviation, Maritime and Decarbonisation Keir Mather MP in his keynote address opening this year’s Logistics UK Annual Conference.
- [Descartes Showcases AI-Enabled Fleet & Last-Mile Innovations](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/descartes-showcases-ai-enabled-fleet-last-mile-innovations/): Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, is showcasing its latest artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled fleet, routing, telematics and customer engagement innovations at the Road Transport Expo (RTX), taking place June 30 – 2nd July at the NAEC, Stoneleigh, Warwickshire.
- [SP Training #1 Nationally for Urban Driver Apprenticeship](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/sp-training-1-nationally-for-urban-driver-apprenticeship/): SP Training is celebrating exceptional national success following the release of the latest 2024/25 Qualification Achievement Rate (QAR) data by the Department for Education.
- [Biffa Invests in Fleet and Strategic Sustainability Shift](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/biffa-invests-in-fleet-and-strategic-sustainability-shift/): Biffa bolsters its national operations with 57 new UK-built vehicles and a strategic shift to HVO fuel as it leads the way in sustainable waste management.
- [Port of Tilbury Welcomes Minister, Keir Mather MP](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/port-of-tilbury-welcomes-minister-keir-mather-mp/): The Port of Tilbury welcomed the Maritime Minister, Keir Mather MP, and Department for Transport (DfT) colleagues to the port welcomed for a briefing and tour of the UK’s fastest growing port.
- [Multimodal 2026 Opens Doors to the Next Generation](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/multimodal-2026-opens-doors-to-the-next-generation/): Multimodal 2026, the UK’s leading freight transport, logistics and supply chain management exhibition, has today announced that the final day of its landmark three-day show will be dedicated entirely to inspiring the next generation of logistics and supply chain professionals.
- [Kalmar Brings Full Electric TT7 Terminal Tractor to Market](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/kalmar-brings-full-electric-tt7-terminal-tractor-to-market/): Kalmar is proud to announce the launch of the fully electric version of the Kalmar TT7 terminal tractor, the TT7 EV.
- [Kalmar Introduce TT7 Terminal Tractor to the European Market](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/kalmar-introduce-tt7-terminal-tractor-to-the-european-market/): Kalmar is proud to announce the launch of the TT7 terminal tractor.
- [As Logistics Networks Grow, Coordination Becomes Harder](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/as-logistics-networks-grow-coordination-becomes-harder/): Pressure is mounting on global logistics networks as demand for goods continues to surge amid rising geopolitical and economic volatility in key shipping lanes.
- [Free EV Charging This Half Term at Parrs Wood, Manchester](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/free-ev-charging-this-half-term-at-parrs-wood-manchester/): RAW Charging (“RAW”), the leading electric vehicle (EV) chargepoint operator for the leisure, hospitality and retail sectors, is delighted to announce the opening of Manchester’s newest major EV charging hub in partnership with Landsec at Parrs Wood, Didsbury.
- [Sarah Gray, ZEV Strategy and Development Comments:](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/sarah-gray-zev-strategy-and-development-comments/): “Van fleets account for 12% of all UK transport emissions, and with the government committed to ending sales of new diesel vans in 2035, the pressure on fleet operators to electrify is only going one way.
- [Economist Vicky Pryce to Deliver Keynote Address](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/economist-vicky-pryce-to-deliver-keynote-address/): Prominent economist Vicky Pryce.
- [UK’s Largest Water Slide: Complex Logistics Operation](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/uks-largest-water-slide-complex-logistics-operation/): Tamworth, Staffordshire, UK – A major milestone has been reached at Cliff Lakes, as components for the UK’s largest water slide have been successfully delivered following a carefully coordinated international transport operation led by Future Forwarding Co Ltd.
- [1 in 7 Logistics Workers Never Received Compliance Training](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/1-in-7-logistics-workers-never-received-compliance-training/): UK companies are facing increasing compliance pressure as the regulatory landscape continues to expand and become more complex, with increasing GDPR regulations and online safety reforms heightening expectations for companies alongside existing regulations.
- [Bus and Rail Operators Need a “Plug-and-Play” Approach](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/bus-and-rail-operators-need-a-plug-and-play-approach/): Bus and Rail Operators Need a “Plug-and-Play” Approach to Maintenance and Interoperability.
- [Logistics UK Welcomes Delay of Fuel Duty Rise](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/logistics-uk-welcomes-delay-of-fuel-duty-rise/): The announcement by the Prime Minister and Chancellor that the phased increase in fuel duty of 5p per litre, planned from September is to be postponed has been praised by business group Logistics UK as a pragmatic measure that will protect the sector which supports every part of the economy.
- [Wrightbus Secures Landmark Order from Asia](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/wrightbus-secures-landmark-order-from-asia/): Wrightbus, a flag-bearer for the UK manufacturing sector, has secured a landmark order from Asia for its groundbreaking 6x2 StreetDeck Electroliner double-deck.
- [CV Show Report : Uncertain Transition to HGV Decarbonisation](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/cv-show-report-uncertain-transition-to-hgv-decarbonisation/): The new HGV Decarbonisation Report from the Commercial Vehicle Show reveals that the UK heavy goods vehicle (HGV) sector remains in the early stages of decarbonisation, with operators divided on the role of electric and alternative fuel vehicles.Based on responses from 61 UK-based HGV fleet operators, the report highlights a divided market, with no clear consensus emerging around the most viable route to net zero.Unlike in the LCV sector, which has moved beyond early adoption and into active deployment, diesel continues to dominate HGV fleets, accounting for almost 90% of the average fleet mix.
- [7 Sourcing Strategies for Rigid Injection Molded Packaging](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/7-sourcing-strategies-for-rigid-injection-molded-packaging/): Custom rigid plastic packaging affects how you manage transportation efficiency and long-term procurement planning as circular economy initiatives impact global supply chains.
- [Higher Insurance Costs are Barrier for New HGV Drivers](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/higher-insurance-costs-are-barrier-for-new-hgv-drivers/): A career as a professional driver can be an attractive choice for many people, and drivers are in high demand across the UK.
- [Three Years of M53 Delays Across the North West](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/three-years-of-m53-delays-across-the-north-west/): “The news that the M53’s £50 million motorway improvement project could spark delays is a serious concern for logistics operators.
- [Powered by the Sun, Driven by Data: Warehousing’s New Era](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/powered-by-the-sun-driven-by-data-warehousings-new-era/): Starting with a broad view of what has been happening in the Warehousing’s sector, it’s clear that the last couple of years have brought many challenges.
- [Innovative Solutions for Specialised Shipping Challenges](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/innovative-solutions-for-specialised-shipping-challenges/): The boom of globalization and online shopping ushered in a new era of complex and specialised shipping.
- [Finalists for Everywoman in Transport & Logistics](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/finalists-for-everywoman-in-transport-logistics/): An impressive shortlist of finalists has been announced for the 2026 everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards, in association with DSV and Amazon Relay, celebrating exceptional women who are transforming the industry through their leadership and vision.
- [Palletways Edinburgh Appoints F&D Commercial Manager](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/palletways-edinburgh-appoints-fd-commercial-manager/): Leading Edinburgh-based logistics provider, Palletways Edinburgh, has strengthened its commercial team with the appointment of Andrew Grant as Sales Manager.
- [BIFA Takes Lead in Transaid’s Kilimanjaro to Coast Cycle](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/bifa-takes-lead-in-transaids-kilimanjaro-to-coast-cycle/): The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has agreed to be the lead sponsor of the 2026 Kilimanjaro to Coast Cycle Challenge, organised by international development charity Transaid.
- [Willmotts Transport New 65,000 sq ft Depot Chippenham  ](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/willmotts-transport-new-65000-sq-ft-depot-chippenham/): Warehousing and distribution specialist Willmotts Transport Ltd has announced the opening of a new 65,000 sq ft warehouse and operating depot in Chippenham, strengthening its presence across the South West and expanding its capacity to support FMCG and retail supply chains.
- [Power & Precision with New Toyota Traigo80 Forklifts](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/power-precision-with-new-toyota-traigo80-forklifts/): After successfully bringing new editions of its Traigo48 range to market last year, Toyota Material Handling Europe launches the next generation of the Traigo80 electric counterbalanced forklifts for heavy-duty applications.
- [Palletforce National Distribution Deal With Flue & Ducting](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/palletforce-national-distribution-deal-with-flue-ducting/): Flue & Ducting, an established UK supplier of chimney liner and flue products, has chosen Palletforce as its exclusive national distribution partner to drive operational consistency, enhance freight visibility and ensure the highest levels of service across the UK.
- [First Bus Driver Crowned UK Bus Driver of the Year](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/first-bus-driver-crowned-uk-bus-driver-of-the-year/): [UK, 23 September 2026] – A First Bus driver has been crowned the UK's most skilled and professional bus driver for the second year running, as David Nairn takes the title of UK Bus Driver of the Year 2026.
- [Siemens Showcases New Picadilly Line Trains](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/siemens-showcases-new-picadilly-line-trains/): This week at the annual InnoTrans exhibition, Siemens Mobility showcased the new Inspiro London Piccadilly line train.
- [Descartes Releases October Global Shipping Report](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/descartes-releases-october-global-shipping-report/): Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, released its October Global Shipping Report for logistics and supply chain professionals.
- [Staffing The Warehouse Of The Future](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/staffing-the-warehouse-of-the-future/): Staffing the Warehouse of the Future: How Businesses Can Build a Workforce Ready for What's Next.
- [WMG Partners With Nissan To Bring Future Mobility](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/wmg-partners-with-nissan-to-bring-future-mobility/): A £3m UK Government-backed autonomous drive research project led by Nissan in partnership with Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) at the University of Warwick and PAVE UK (Partners for Automated Vehicle Education UK) is set to revolutionise the future of mobility in the UK.
- [A5 Decision Vital To Northern Ireland's Economic Future](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/a5-decision-vital-to-northern-irelands-economic-future/): “The Court of Appeal’s decision is hugely significant for Northern Ireland and removes what is hopefully the final roadblock for the creation of an efficient A5 Western Transport Corridor.
- [Descartes Unveil Supply Chain AI with Agent Control](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/descartes-unveil-supply-chain-ai-with-agent-control/): Descartes Unveils Next Step in Supply Chain AI with Agent Control Plane.
- [Haulage Insurance Launches Integrated Legal Services](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/haulage-insurance-launches-integrated-legal-services/): Specialist insurance entity, rrelentless, has announced the launch of its new Haulage Insurance proposition, designed specifically for haulage operators and logistics businesses facing increasing operational, regulatory and commercial pressures.
- [Euro Bus Expo, UK's Dedicated Coach & Bus Trade Show](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/euro-bus-expo-uks-dedicated-coach-bus-trade-show/): Euro Bus Expo, the UK's only dedicated coach and bus trade show, returns to the NEC, Birmingham on 3–5 November 2026 for three days of trade-only business.
- [Cadent Selects Samsara Safety and Telematics](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/cadent-selects-samsara-safety-and-telematics/): Samsara (NYSE: IOT), the pioneer of the Connected Operations® Platform, today announced that Cadent, the UK's largest gas distribution network and manager of the National Gas Emergency Service Line, has selected Samsara as its preferred technology partner for telematics and driver safety.
- [Logistics Awards Tables Selling Fast: Book Now!](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/logistics-awards-tables-selling-fast-book-now/): Tables at the UK’s 10th annual Logistics Awards – the industry’s Blue Riband celebration of a year of achievements for the sector - are selling fast.
- [Apprenticeships Help Develop And Retain Talent](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/apprenticeships-help-develop-and-retain-talent/): More than half of apprenticeship starters for the 2024/25 academic year were aged 25 or over, challenging the perception that apprenticeships are primarily a route into work for school leavers, according to Logistics UK.
- [Racking Regulations - A Warehouse Owner's Guide](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/racking-regulations-a-warehouse-owners-guide/): Racking Regulations Explained - A Warehouse Owner's Guide : Warehouses are physically demanding environments, with vehicles and people moving constantly through and around racking.
- [Manifests Operations: 20k to 2M Annual Declarations](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/manifests-operations-20k-to-2m-annual-declarations/): The Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG), the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announced that customs brokerage Manifests Ireland has increased its annual customs declaration volumes from approximately 20,000 before Brexit in 2020 to 2 million today.
- [Brake Celebrates UK Fleet Champions Awards 2026](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/brake-celebrates-uk-fleet-champions-awards-2026/): Brake, the road safety charity, hosted its annual UK Fleet Champions Awards ceremony last night (Wednesday 30 September) at New Dock Hall at the Royal Armouries in Leeds.
- [Generation Logistics Awards 2026 - The Extra Mile Award](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/generation-logistics-awards-2026-the-extra-mile-award/): James Sherwood has taken home a prestigious national award for his outstanding leadership as a Warehouse Department Manager at Asda, consistently going above and beyond to support his colleagues.
- [GDP Growth Welcome But Logistics Pressures Highlighted](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/gdp-growth-welcome-but-logistics-pressures-highlighted/): Signs that the UK economy is gathering momentum are positive, says business group Logistics UK, but the latest figures for Transportation & Storage highlight the continued pressures facing businesses and the need for policies that support investment and long-term growth.
- [Bicester-Based Logistics Wins Two National Awards](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/bicester-based-logistics-wins-two-national-awards/): Leading logistics provider,Darcica Logistics, has achieved a double national award win, recognising its sustainability performance and PR and marketing efforts, from Palletways UK, Europe’s largest express palletised freight network.
- [Staffing The Warehouse Of The Future: For What's Next](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/staffing-the-warehouse-of-the-future-for-whats-next/): As warehouses become increasingly automated, connected and data-driven, conversations about the future of intralogistics often focus on technology.
- [Descartes To Showcase Supply Chain and Logistics AI](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/descartes-to-showcase-supply-chain-and-logistics-ai/): Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG), the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, will showcase its artificial intelligence (AI) and logistics technology innovations at its 2026 Innovation Forum, which takes place October 6–8 in Chicago.
- [RAW Launches New Ultra-Rapid EV Charging Hub](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/raw-launches-new-ultra-rapid-ev-charging-hub/): RAW Charging (“RAW”), the leading electric vehicle (EV) chargepoint operator for the leisure, hospitality and retail sectors, is delighted to announce the activation of a new ultra-rapid charging hub at Hinchingbrooke Business Park, Kingfisher Way, Huntingdon, PE29 6FJ.
- [Layer 4 Shortlisted For Three Customer Experience Awards ](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/layer-4-shortlisted-for-three-customer-experience-awards/): North Wales-based managed IT provider Layer 4 recognised for its customer-centred culture and commitment to making business technology feel personal.
- [Angelika Lenczewska: Language Barrier To Leader](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/angelika-lenczewska-language-barrier-to-leader/): In celebration of European Day of Languages on September 26th, Generation Logistics, a careers awareness campaign, is highlighting an inspiring logistics career story about Angelika Lenczewska whose native language is Polish.
- [Stacatruc Acquisition of Northern Handling Systems](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/stacatruc-acquisition-of-northern-handling-systems/): Materials handling specialist Stacatruc has continued its UK expansion with the acquisition of Northern Handling Systems Ltd, strengthening its presence and service capabilities across the North East.
- [Descartes Expands AI Innovation with Agent](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/descartes-expands-ai-innovation-with-agent/): Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG), the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announced the Descartes Datamyne™ AI Agent, a new conversational AI capability that helps sourcing, sales, supply chain and market intelligence teams reduce global trade data research and analysis time by up to 90%, depending on the user’s experience and query complexity.
- [Operators Tooling Up For Public Transport’s Data Age](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/how-two-bus-operators-are-tooling-up-for-public-transports-data-age/): How two bus operators are tooling up for public transport’s data age. Is the bus sector due for an information overhaul?
- [Logistics AI Is Only As Good As The Data Behind It](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/logistics-ai-is-only-as-good-as-the-data-behind-it/): “AI is certainly the buzzword of the moment, especially if you’ve been keeping up with the news over the past few days.
- [Engineering The Next Generation Of Coach And Bus](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/engineering-the-next-generation-of-coach-and-bus/): From zero-emission powertrains and vehicle automation to AI and smarter maintenance, Euro Bus Expo 2026 will showcase the engineering behind the sector’s biggest changes.
- [Fleet Operations Raise £1,500 For Hospital Cancer Unit](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/fleet-operations-raise-1500-for-hospital-cancer-unit/): A team from Fleet Operations has taken on a North Wales Three Peaks Challenge to raise more than £1,500 for Shooting Star Cancer Support, a charity which supports the Shooting Star Unit at Wrexham Maelor Hospital.
- [Why Fleet AI Works Best When You Start with One Problem](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/why-fleet-ai-works-best-when-you-start-with-one-problem/): Why Fleet AI Works Best When You Start with One Problem, not a Transformation.
- [Prometeon Integrated Fleet And ZF Scalar at IAA](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/prometeon-integrated-fleet-and-zf-scalar-at-iaa/): The tyre manufacturer’s SuperFleet programme brings together tyres, services, fleet support and digital solutions, while its strategic partnership with ZF SCALAR supports the company’s increasingly connected approach to fleet management.
- [Routes Back To Work For Prison Leavers. MP Paul Foster](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/routes-back-to-work-for-prison-leavers-mp-paul-foster/): Logistics industry representatives joined South Ribble MP Paul Foster at HMP Wymott to explore how a pioneering prison employment scheme could help tackle the sector's ongoing skills shortages while creating new opportunities for prison leavers.
- [Last Call For Late Registrations For The CMR Academy](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/last-call-for-late-registrations-for-the-cmr-academy/): CMR Academy and International CMR Colloquium in Bucharest.
- [Scottish Haulier Builds System He Wished Existed](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/scottish-haulier-builds-system-he-wished-existed/): Scottish haulier builds the transport system he wished existed. Built within haulage, by a haulier: LoadLedger – The all in one platform.
- [“Tie Gentlemen Please” New Load-Security Guidance](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tie-gentlemen-please-new-load-security-guidance/): Every year, the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) issues 2,000 prohibitions for insecure loads, highlighting the serious risks that poorly secured goods pose to drivers, workers and other road users.
- [Europa Adds Two Technology Directors To Board](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/europa-adds-two-technology-directors-to-board/): Independent logistics operator Europa Worldwide Group (EWG) is strengthening its Board with two senior technology appointments, putting software development and IT at Board level as it advances its ambition to operate as a technology-led logistics business.
- [ECOOLTEC T15 Monotemp System Makes Debut At IAA](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/ecooltec-t15-monotemp-system-makes-debut-at-iaa-2026/): Complex integration: it is now possible to combine ECOOLTEC units with battery-electric trucks from seven brands.
- [Webfleet Commercial Trip Monitor Reveals Europe’s Cities](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/webfleet-commercial-trip-monitor-reveals-europes-cities/): Webfleet, Bridgestone’s advanced fleet management solution, has launched its Commercial Trip Monitor, a free online benchmark tracking how easy or challenging it is for vans and trucks to operate across 32 major European cities.
- [Transport & Storage Homeworking Use Rockets](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/transport-storage-homeworking-use-rockets/): Delivery and logistics firms have gone from being the least likely UK sector to embrace homeworking to one of the fastest-growing, new analysis of ONS data by the delivery expert Parcelhero shows.
- [Outdo Transport Extends Exclusive Advertising Rights](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/outdo-transport-extends-exclusive-advertising-rights/): Today, Outdo can share it has successfully retained the contract for the exclusive advertising rights across the Nottingham Express Transit (NET) tram network, continuing its established relationship with Nottingham Trams Limited.
- [5 Reliable Providers for Auto Parts Delivery](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/5-reliable-providers-for-auto-parts-delivery/): Healthy auto parts inventory levels are the lifeblood of dealership service departments, and partnering with an experienced logistics vendor is key to avoiding stockouts and keeping service bays humming.
- [Local Bus Operator Welcomes Latest Apprentices](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/local-bus-operator-welcomes-latest-apprentices/): Stagecoach East has welcomed its latest group of Engineering Apprentices, as the bus operator continues to grow and showcase the talent that will drive it forwards and maintain its reputation for reliability.
- [Aprolis Delivers For Landmark River Thames Waste Operation](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/aprolis-delivers-for-landmark-river-thames-waste-operation/): Aprolis Equipment Distribution, part of Aprolis UK, one of the country's leading providers of material handling equipment, has successfully delivered and commissioned one of the UK's largest and most specialised reach stackers for a major waste handling operation on the River Thames.
- [Report Reveals Battery Risk In Container Ship Fires](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/report-reveals-battery-risk-in-container-ship-fires/): The latest fire incident records show a 20% year-on-year increase in fires on shipping vessels (250 incidents, highest in decade) and a major container ship fire now occurs roughly every 17 days worldwide, with undeclared and mis-declared goods a leading cause.
- [Future of Material Handling Safety Is Predictive, Not Reactive](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/future-of-material-handling-safety-is-predictive-not-reactive/): For decades, warehouse operations have largely relied on a reactive approach to safety and fleet management.
- [Descartes Releases September Global Shipping Report](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/descartes-releases-september-global-shipping-report/): Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, released its September Global Shipping Report for logistics and supply chain professionals.
- [1973 Rolls-Royce Phantom VI Limousine On Electric Power](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/1973-rolls-royce-phantom-vi-official-limousine-on-electric-power/): British EV technology company Electrogenic has revealed its latest bespoke project: the electrification of a 1973 Rolls-Royce Phantom VI City of London official limousine.
- [Logistics, Thread Holding Bayeux Tapestry Exhibit Together](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/logistics-thread-holding-bayeux-tapestry-exhibit-together/): Tickets sold out in record time, and the media hype around the event continues to grow - as the public prepares to view the Bayeux Tapestry for the first time on British soil in 1,000 years, business group Logistics UK is spotlighting the complex logistical operation behind bringing such an ancient historical artifact back to England.
- [The Top Logistics Companies? 5 Best Near Major US Ports](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/the-top-logistics-companies-5-best-near-major-us-ports/): Working with a logistics solutions provider with convenient access to maritime and inland ports in the United States cuts transportation costs, accelerates delivery and reduces greenhouse gas emissions.
- [Ashford International Crowned Truck Stop Of The Year](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/ashford-international-crowned-truck-stop-of-the-year/): Following an abundance of nominations for truck stops nationwide, Ashford International Truckstop has been crowned the overall winner of business group Logistics UK’s national search for the Best Truck Stop of the Year 2026.
- [Custom Denning Appoint Jamie MacIntosh as BDM](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/custom-denning-appoint-jamie-macintosh-as-bdm/): Custom Denning has strengthened its UK commercial team with the appointment of Jamie MacIntosh as Business Development Manager.
- [New Durham Service Centre For Northeast Aftermarket](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/heavy-haulage-plant/new-durham-service-centre-for-northeast-aftermarket/): Dennis Eagle, the UK’s industry leader in the design and manufacture of refuse collection vehicles (RCVs), celebrated the opening of its newest Service Centre in Durham, County Durham, on September 3rd 2026.
- [Aramco STEM Racing World Finals 2026](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/aramco-stem-racing-world-finals-2026/): The Aramco STEM Racing World Finals 2026, taking place from October 3 to 7 at Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore, will discover the brightest and most innovative STEM talent representing future generations of professionals working in the motorsport industry, including at its pinnacle, Formula 1®.
- [Logistics UK Respond: NAO Report Into Food Supply Chain](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/logistics-uk-respond-nao-report-into-food-supply-chain/): “The UK’s food supply chain is highly complex and interconnected and today’s (4 September) report from the National Audit Office reinforces the position of Logistics UK that it would benefit from a more co-ordinated approach to protect the chain’s long-term security.
- [Second Point S Campus To Help Mechanical workshops](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/second-point-s-campus-to-help-mechanical-workshops/): For the second consecutive year, Point S welcomes young automotive leaders from nine countries to France.
- [Understanding Home Delivery Personas in 2026](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/understanding-home-delivery-personas-in-2026/): Understanding Home Delivery Personas in 2026 : Retailers can no longer treat home delivery as a standard service; however, some businesses are still missing the opportunity that tailored delivery experiences provide.
- [CMT Launches Freight Safety Intelligence, Road Safety](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/cmt-launches-freight-safety-intelligence-road-safety/): Cambridge Mobile Telematics (CMT), the world's largest telematics and AI company for safer mobility, today launched Freight Safety Intelligence, expanding CMT's road safety platform to the freight industry by giving freight brokers the most current view of driving safety of the carriers they book.
- [RTX Ireland Launches In 2027, Dedicated Irish Road Showcase](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/rtx-ireland-launches-in-2027-dedicated-irish-road-showcase/): Following the success of RTX Northern Ireland earlier this year, Road Transport Media has announced the launch of RTX Ireland, a new trade event dedicated to the Irish road haulage sector.
- [UKPackaging EXPO Welcomes Wave Of New Exhibitors](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/ukpackaging-expo-welcomes-wave-of-new-exhibitors/): UKPackaging Expo 2026 continues to gather pace, with a fresh cohort of exhibitors confirmed for the Liverpool event at Kingsdock Convention Centre on 10th-11th November.
- [BIFA Appoints Allie Renison as External Affairs Director](https://tandlonline.com/business/training-recruitment-appointments/bifa-appoints-allie-renison-as-external-affairs-director/): The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has appointed Allie Renison as External Affairs Director.
- [Webfleet Helps ASCO Fleet Safety And Unlock Savings](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/webfleet-helps-asco-fleet-safety-and-unlock-savings/): Webfleet is forecasting annual savings of £194k for global logistics and materials management specialist ASCO following the rollout of its fleet management, trailer tracking and driver monitoring technology across the van, truck and trailer fleet.
- [Transaid 2026 Christmas Appeal: A brighter Road Ahead](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/transaid-2026-christmas-appeal-a-brighter-road-ahead/): International development organisation Transaid has launched its 2026 Christmas Appeal, inviting businesses and individuals to help create a brighter road ahead for communities across sub-Saharan Africa by supporting improved road safety and access to essential healthcare.
- [National Express Trial Mercedes-Benz eCitaro Electric Bus](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/national-express-trial-mercedes-benz-ecitaro-electric-bus/): National Express to trial Mercedes-Benz eCitaro electric bus at London Stansted Airport.
- [Renault At 2026 IAA Transportation Show In Hanover](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/renault-at-2026-iaa-transportation-show-in-hanover/): A key player in Europe's LCV sector, Renault, will be present at the 2026 IAA TRANSPORTATION show in Hanover.
- [Descartes Introduce AI Image Document Management](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/descartes-introduce-ai-image-document-management/): Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG), the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announced new AI-powered Image Document Management (IDM) capabilities.
- [How to Sign up for a Fleet Card Program in Western U.S.](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/how-to-sign-up-for-a-fleet-card-program-in-the-western-united-states/): Managing fleet expenses and logistics across the Western United States comes with unique challenges, from tracking fuel costs at dispersed locations to maintaining oversight of how drivers purchase fuel.
- [Wrightbus Calls on Public to Help Rebuild 80-Year Archive](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/manufactures/wrightbus-calls-on-public-to-help-rebuild-80-year-archive/): Leading UK manufacturer Wrightbus is calling on bus enthusiasts, former employees, drivers, operators, suppliers and members of the public to help rebuild the company’s historic archive as part of its 80th anniversary celebrations.
- [Virgin Trains in Bid for 2030 International Launch](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/virgin-trains-nears-st-pancras-agreement-in-bid-for-2030-international-launch/): In a move that promises to inject much-needed competition into the market, Virgin Trains and London St Pancras High Speed are set to formalise a key access agreement by September 4, 2026.
- [NIMO and Belfast Harbour Strengthen Global Connections](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/nimo-belfast-harbour-join-port-innovators-network/): The PIER welcomes Northern Ireland Maritime and Offshore (NIMO), supported by Belfast Harbour as the newest member of the Port Innovators Network (PIN), helping drive innovation and knowledge sharing across PIN’s global network.
- [WMCA Steps in to Acquire National Express West Midlands](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/wmca-steps-in-to-acquire-national-express-west-midlands/): In a decisive move to safeguard the region's public transport network, Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands, has confirmed the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) Board's approval to acquire National Express’s regional bus operations.
- [Layer 4 Shortlisted in Finals Of CRN Channel Awards ](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/layer-4-shortlisted-in-finals-of-crn-channel-awards/): Managed IT provider supporting businesses across the UK, Ireland and Europe reaches the finals of the CRN Channel Awards for the second consecutive year.
- [Rail Weather: Remote Monitoring Is Key To Staying ahead](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/rail-weather-remote-monitoring-is-key-to-staying-ahead/): Recent extreme weather events in the UK not only posed a public health risk, they challenged the integrity of rail infrastructure vulnerable to spells of intense heat.
- [Specialist Logistics Minister Recognises Industry](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/specialist-logistics-minister-recognises-industry/): The news that Department for Transport Minister Keir Mather has been appointed Minister for Maritime, Aviation and Logistics in the latest round of ministerial appointments made by Prime Minister Andy Burnham has been welcomed by business group Logistics UK.
- [ArrowXL Reduces Mileage in Home Delivery Operations](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/arrowxl-reduces-mileage-in-home-delivery-operations/): Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG), the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announced that ArrowXL by JP Home, the U.K.’s largest and longest-established two-person home delivery and warehousing specialist, has reduced its fleet mileage by approximately 13% using the route planning and execution capabilities within Descartes’ fleet performance management solution suite.
- [Sensolus Showcase at IAA Transportation 2026](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/sensolus-showcase-at-iaa-transportation-2026/): Sensolus, the European specialist in IoT tracking for non-powered industrial assets, will present its asset visibility solutions at IAA TRANSPORTATION 2026 in Hall 12, Booth D04.
- [RTX Scotland Returns to Glasgow Bigger and Better for 2026](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/rtx-scotland-returns-to-glasgow-bigger-and-better-for-2026/): RTX Scotland will return to Glasgow's Scottish Event Campus (SEC) on 18-19 November 2026 with a significantly expanded exhibition, longer opening hours and enhanced networking facilities following a highly successful inaugural event.
- [Van Fleet Operators Warned to Prepare For Euro 7](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/van-fleet-operators-warned-to-prepare-for-euro-7/): Fleet Operators Warned to Prepare Now as Euro 7 Reshapes the Van Market : New EU emissions rules due to take effect from November 2026 could leave UK fleet operators facing a sharp choice between costly compliance and an accelerated switch to electric vans, according to industry data and commercial vehicle specialists.
- [Workplace Safety Starts From Ground Up](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/workplace-safety-starts-from-ground-up/): Workers who spend long hours on their feet can be more prone to health issues such as foot and lower back pain, knee problems and muscle fatigue, according to a study of 1,000 non-office workers1.
- [Holmen Ready To Support Customers With PPWR](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/packaging-labelling/holmen-ready-to-support-customers-with-ppwr/): As the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) moves towards implementation, Holmen is ready to support customers in navigating the new requirements and preparing their packaging portfolios for the future.
- [Anniversary Of Alstom’s Record-Breaking Railway Festival](https://tandlonline.com/rail/operators/anniversary-of-alstoms-record-breaking-railway-festival/): Marking the first anniversary since Alstom hosted the world’s largest-ever railway festival, passenger operator Great Western Railway (GWR) has unveiled a special dedication on one of its Intercity Express Trains celebrating the legacy of The Greatest Gathering.
- [Descartes Releases August Global Shipping Report](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/cargo/descartes-releases-august-global-shipping-report/): Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, released its August Global Shipping Report for logistics and supply chain professionals.
- [£130M For Cutting-Edge Next Generation Vehicles](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/ev-hydrogen/130m-for-cutting-edge-next-generation-vehicles/): Investment will support over 1,800 high-value manufacturing jobs, delivering on the Prime Minister’s mission for good growth in every postcode.
- [Tariff Reset Expose How Little Know Beyond Tier 1](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/tariff-reset-expose-how-little-know-beyond-tier-1/): Supply chain visibility across Tiers plays a critical role in providing businesses with solid data to make their compliance, ESG, modern slavery and general provenance claims.
- [Energy Independence Becoming Resilience Requirement](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/emergency-services-healthcare/energy-independence-is-becoming-a-resilience-requirement-for-critical-fleets/): Much of the discussion around fleet electrification assumes that grid capacity will expand in line with demand.
- [SEMA – Who Is Responsible For Racking Compliance?](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/storage-racking/sema-asks-do-you-know-who-is-responsible-for-racking-compliance-in-your-warehouse/): Warehouses rely heavily on their racking to maximise storage capacity, improve the flow of operational flow and keep employees safe.
- [Stop Time, Not Drive Time, Is Logistics’ Next Efficiency Gain](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/stop-time-not-drive-time-is-logistics-next-efficiency-gain/): For many logistics operators, route optimisation has traditionally been viewed as a question of stop time, distance, traffic, and sequencing.
- [Descartes New AI-Powered Free Trade Intelligence (FTI)](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/descartes-new-ai-powered-free-trade-intelligence-fti/): Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG), the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, introduced its new artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled Descartes Free Trade Intelligence™ (FTI) solution to help manufacturers, importers and exporters lower costs by making more informed sourcing and trade decisions.
- [Transport & Storage Firms Hold Firm On August Prices](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/transport-storage-firms-hold-firm-on-august-prices/): The latest ONS business survey data shows transport & storage firms are far less likely to raise prices this month than manufacturers or wholesalers & retailers, even though rising fuel, haulage and energy costs are hitting the sector just as hard.
- [UK Chamber of Shipping Report: For Alternative Marine Fuel](https://tandlonline.com/shipping-ports-marine/ports/uk-chamber-of-shipping-report-for-alternative-marine-fuel/): The UK Chamber of Shipping has today published Alternative Fuels: Building the Safety Evidence Base, a landmark report bringing together industry expertise to identify and assess the safety considerations associated with the fuels expected to power shipping's transition to net zero.
- [Delivery Disruption In France and Spain Due To Wildfires](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/haulage/delivery-disruption-in-france-and-spain-due-to-wildfires/): Ongoing wildfires in the Bordeaux and Arcachon Bay areas of France, and across several regions of Spain, are disrupting parcel networks on the ground – with some economy and postal services expected to be hit hardest as they rely most heavily on local last-mile providers.
- [Global Maritime Operator Scales Hydrogen Monitoring](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/innovation-net-zero/global-maritime-operator-scales-hydrogen-monitoring/): A leading global maritime operator has strengthened operational visibility and predictive maintenance capabilities across its hydrogen-powered fleet through the deployment of ODOS remote monitoring technology.
- [BÄKO Süd-West: Germany’s First Electric ECOOLTEC Trucks](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/coldchain-food/bako-sud-west-germanys-first-electric-ecooltec-trucks/): BÄKO Süd-West has taken delivery of two Mercedes-Benz eActros 400s provided with the ECOOLTEC TM182 transport refrigeration unit.
- [Five Top Tips When Buying A Used Forklift Truck](https://tandlonline.com/warehousing-storage/materials-handling/five-top-tips-when-buying-a-used-forklift-truck/): While buying a brand-new forklift truck is often the first choice for many organisations, it's not always the only option.
- [Are Britain’s Roads Ready for Autonomous Vehicles?](https://tandlonline.com/business/technology-software/are-britains-roads-ready-for-autonomous-vehicles/): Are Britain’s Roads Ready for Autonomous Vehicles?
- [Logistics UK's THRIVE Campaign Shares Tips On Staying Cool](https://tandlonline.com/sustainability/corporate-responsibility/logistics-uks-thrive-campaign-shares-tips-on-staying-cool/): As the UK has just come out of its third heatwave this year in a sign of what may become the ‘new normal’, Logistics UK's THRIVE campaign has tips and practical advice on how HGV drivers can stay cool in the heat and continue to operate safely.
- [Wrightbus Fleet Now Transporting Passengers Across Wales](https://tandlonline.com/bus-coach/operators-bus-coach/wrightbus-fleet-now-transporting-passengers-across-wales/): Pioneering UK bus manufacturer Wrightbus is celebrating another milestone in its growing partnership with Transport for Wales (TfW), with a fleet of its buses now carrying passengers across the country.
- [Top Performers Turn Into Strategic Advantage](https://tandlonline.com/business/professional-legal-finance/top-performers-turn-transportation-into-strategic-advantage/): Europe’s Top Performers Turn Transportation Into Strategic Advantage : The past 12 months have marked ongoing geopolitical unrest and supply chain uncertainty, as countries globally have come to terms with various new international trade tariffs.
- [flynas Additional Airbus A330-900 and A321neo Aircraft](https://tandlonline.com/air/airlines/flynas-additional-airbus-a330-900-and-a321neo-aircraft/): flynas, Saudi Arabia's leading low-cost carrier, has agreed to acquire five additional A330-900 aircraft and 20 additional A321neo aircraft from Airbus.
- [Rail Live 2026 : Advanced Monitoring Technology](https://tandlonline.com/rail/network/rail-live-2026-advanced-monitoring-technology/): DYWIDAG’s digital monitoring technologies, which support safer and more efficient railway operations, were among the highlights at Rail Live 2026 - the largest outdoor exhibition of rail innovation and insights in the UK.
- [NG Bailey Group Accelerates Fleet Transformation With Webfleet](https://tandlonline.com/haulage-fleet/light-commercial-vehicles/ng-bailey-group-accelerates-fleet-transformation-with-webfleet/): NG Bailey is working with Webfleet, Bridgestone's advanced fleet management solution, to support a major fleet transformation programme focused on improving safety, operational performance, sustainability and compliance.

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