Investment 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. A previous similar investment has driven work in the healthcare, tourism, transport and broadcasting sectors; however this time it will support similar work in the logistics and manufacturing sectors. […]
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. The award recognises the supermarket’s high standards when maintaining its fleet of vehicles and trailers and controlling safety related defects. FTA provides vehicle inspection services to organisations that are keen to achieve […]
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. Launched by FTA, which represents the interests of the sector, in association with Santander Corporate and Commercial Banking, the report polled the opinions of more than 500 freight and logistics businesses operating in the UK and […]
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). The logistics warehouse in ‘s-Heerenberg will provide an expected net initial yield of 5%, with the transaction to be completed next month. The warehouse is a freehold facility with a cross dock […]
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. Now in its 36th year, the annual lunch is the perfect forum at which to recognise industry achievements, network with peers, enjoy a delicious three course lunch and informally debate […]
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. Growing public awareness of the importance of environmental protection has brought sustainability to the top of agenda for many transport […]
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. Adam Johnson, director of Leeds-based Tudor International Freight, said many commentators had suggested the race to succeed Theresa May would effectively waste much of the additional time granted […]
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. Taking place at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, London on Thursday 24 October 2019, the celebratory reception and gala dinner is the blue riband event in the logistics industry’s calendar. […]
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. FTA will tackle this issue at its popular Fleet Engineer Conference, taking place on […]
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. The 2019 Logistics Report, launched by FTA in partnership with Santander Corporate and Commercial, polled the opinions of more than 500 freight and logistics businesses […]
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. A new damning report from the House of Commons Public Accounts Committee (PAC) found the number of apprenticeship starts fell by 26% after the apprenticeship levy was introduced and, […]
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. FTA, the […]
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. Logistic players, both large and small may be left wondering what these changes will mean for a human workforce in the near future. Tony […]
UK Women Win 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. The everywoman awards, now in their 12th year, recognise the efforts of woman within the transport and logistics sector in the UK. From freight and rail to retail and architecture, the […]
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. It is an immense opportunity for galleries, auction houses and art market players as a whole to reach a much wider audience. Looking back, we see that the market has been digitizing […]
Manhattan Enhances Transportation Management System
Manhattan Associates Inc. has announced the latest release of its Transportation Management System (TMS), with improvements to the solution’s robust and proven modeling capabilities, enhancements to carrier connectivity and benchmark rating, and expanded global logistics support. The company also announced that it has been named a Leader in Gartner Inc.’s 2019 Magic Quadrant for Transportation […]
Challenge Group Acquires TRG Logistics
Challenge Group, a UK-based logistics recruitment and distribution company, acquired Surrey-based TRG Logistics for an undisclosed sum. The two companies will be merging due to the deal in order to become Challenge TRG Group. Current TRG CEO, Nick Gordon, and TRG managing director, Steve Imber, will be continuing in their roles, as well as becoming shareholders […]
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. Tony Hughes, CEO of leading global sales, negotiation and communication […]
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. Increasingly large companies’ ‘one size fits all’ approach struggles with local presence. Tony Hughes, CEO of global sales, negotiation and communication specialist, Huthwaite International, considers how the impact […]
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. Adam Johnson, director of Leeds-based Tudor International Freight, was commenting on what is believed to be the central trade-related demand of Labour party leaders in their current […]
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. Organisations such as Bibby Distribution, Clipper Logistics, Eddie Stobart and XPO Supply Chain, were also recognised within the Top 30. “To be the best at anything is a huge achievement, […]
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. The retailer set a target of reducing operating costs by £1.5 billion by full year 2019-20, and it said that it had now made savings of £1.35 billion. Most of its savings, which is […]
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. Set to be completed in Q2 2020, the new warehouse will be the first building to start on site on the 300-acre second phase of logistics specialist Verdion’s iPort. iPort spans 800-acres next to the […]
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). This acquisition strengthens its position across Europe, with turboprop airfreight services covering the Netherlands, Ireland and the UK. “With an impressive client portfolio and high service levels we have admired BDA for some time, particularly because […]
DSV’s 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. DSV aims to help its clients understand the effects of Brexit within the Logistics Industry. The initial […]
New Warehouse Development in Rotherham
A proposal has been submitted for the construction of a new warehouse in Rotherham. The planning application was submitted by Network Space Developments and it will receive a decision in May 2019. The site, known as Woodhouse Link, will comprise four individual units, ranging from 15,800 sq ft to 48,900 sq ft and is being […]
Encouraging Women. Stamping Out the Gender Stigma
As little as two decades ago the landscape looked very different woman in logistics. Warehouses, docks, headquarters, all areas of businesses within this arena were typically very male orientated. Fast forward to today however, and 40% of graduates within logistics are female, showing that there is a strong movement towards a balanced workforce. Yet despite […]
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. Located within the London-Stansted-Cambridge corridor, Icon Harlow, which comprises two units of 68,100 sq ft and 96,827 sq ft, is a joint strategic venture by commercial property developer Stoford Developments and private investment firm TPG […]
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. By implementing ZetesChronos, it will achieve complete visibility, full shipment traceability and enhanced service levels. The solution will also be instrumental in enabling the hospitals to achieve compliance with the European Medical Device […]
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. It now operates a fleet of more than 80 vehicles and 130 trailers from their sites in Coven and Planetary Road, Willenhall to various customer premises. The latest DAF vehicles received by K […]
UK’s 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. Adam Johnson, director of Leeds-based Tudor International Freight, said the proposed blueprint for the period following UK withdrawal from the bloc, which had emerged in […]
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. The company currently operates from its newly opened £2 million freight distribution centre and office block at its 22-acre base on Aycliffe Business Park. The project […]
Hurry Women, Everywoman Awards is soon
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. The awards are free to enter until 11th February. The programme has been running for over 11 years, with everywoman showcasing the breadth of opportunities […]
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. First company to sign a deal was XPO Logistics, which agreed a lease for 163,000 sq ft of space, on top of its already occupied 90,000 sq ft. XPO was followed by Unipart Logistics, which is taking 75,000 sq […]
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. Adam Johnson, director of Leeds-based Tudor International Freight, said there were now fewer than 70 days to go before the UK was scheduled to leave the […]
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. In today’s Rugby Union a complex inventory of kit and gear is involved. This typically includes playing kit, training kit, waterproofs, […]
