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. The company has until November 15 at 5pm to make an offer or walk away – what is known as a “put up or shut up” deadline. The deal comes […]
Eddie Stobart HGV Driver Caught on Mobile Phone
THE moment a brazen Eddie Stobart HGV driver uses his mobile phone whilst behind the wheel has been caught on camera. The driver can clearly be seen holding the mobile with his right hand as he manoeuvres the 44-tonne truck at a busy junction and in heavy rain. New laws come into force on March […]
Signmaker Ast Signs Establishes Warrington Base
Cumbrian signage and transport branding firm Ast Signs is expanding south with a new site in Warrington. The Penrith-headquartered company’s new facility in Cheshire will offer fittings, consultations, corporate meetings and appointments for clients in the county and surrounding areas. Ast Signs said it chose Warrington for the city’s proximity to key Northern infrastructure links, […]
Langver spends £200,000 on machinery to bolster European expansion bid
Langver has spent £200,000 on new machinery. Bosses say the investment will allow the firm to reach further into Europe by increasing manufacturing and improving efficiency. The business, based in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, makes ratchet tensioners, which keep truck trailer curtains secure. Supplying its products to 90 per cent of the UK market, its clients […]
