newsLawyer puts Brexit trade plan under microscope
What does the Government mean by a ‘facilitated customs arrangement’, and what is the role and limitations of the ‘trusted trader’ proposal?
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newsUK Mail rebrands as DHL Parcel UK
Following the acquisition of UK Mail by Deutsche Post DHL Group in December 2016, the company will begin rebranding to DHL Parcel UK.
productTransport firm sweeps the board
Contact Attachments provided the Seacon Group – a transportation company which handles over 1,000,000 tonnes of cargo – with one of its Heavy Duty Forklift Sweepers to help it more efficiently clear away debris from its operations at Tilbury Docks, Essex.
productNo deal Brexit ‘looks extremely bleak’ says RHA
On Tuesday 24 July, MPs in the House of Commons were heard to repeat ‘no deal is better than a bad deal’. But for the 7000+ members of the Road Haulage Association the prospect of a future without a Brexit deal looks extremely bleak.
productSimplifying exports
AEB’s software solution Product Classification Exchange simplifies and accelerates export control classification for traders and suppliers.
productLivery of the Year
Howard Tenens has won the prestigious “Livery of the Year Award” at the Motor Transport Awards as well as being shortlisted for Haulier of the Year.
productYusen Logistics UK acquires eComm fulfilment player ILG
It is anticipated the acquisition of the e-commerce delivery and fulfilment specialist, completed on the 1st August 2018, will result in a 12% revenue growth for Yusen pushing them towards the UK’s top 10 logistics providers.
productLorries can’t limbo – campaign emphasises
Eddie Stobart has joined the campaign to prevent bridge strikes and reduce delays for road and rail users.
productDistribution strategy unclear as Sports Direct buys House of Fraser
Sports Direct has acquired the business and assets of House of Fraser from administrators for £90 million.
articleCILT warns inaction on Brexit ‘not an option’
Chief executive Kevin Richardson attended a Brexit round table last week, hosted by the Secretary of State for Transport Chris Grayling.
productIntelligent fuel management
Fuel Card Services has launched Tele-Gence as a value added product for fleet managers to boost visibility.
articleHouse of Fraser impasse highlights limits of collaboration
These are uncertain times at House of Fraser for staff, customers, and suppliers. HSS editor Simon Duddy says it’s a setback for collaboration.
productEmployment timebomb could break supply chain
While much attention has been focused on the low UK unemployment figures, published by the Office of National Statistics, The Freight Transport Association warns Brexit could harm industry access to seasonal workers.
productJohn Lewis leases small warehouse to serve Southampton
Retailer, John Lewis, has completed on the pre-let of Unit 3 at South Central, Southampton, at £9 per sq ft, on a 15-year lease, from Peel Logistics and Rockspring.
productWincanton deploys TranSend delivery app
Its vehicle fleet will have new smartphone software to track and trace deliveries following a successful trial. This move demonstrates the company’s commitment to harnessing digital innovation for the benefit of both its workforce and customers.
newsThe Government issues help documents for no-deal
Technical papers on coping with a no-deal scenarios released by UK Government.
productFood distributors warn of £100m red diesel shock
The Government plans to remove food distributors’ prerogative to use red diesel to power refrigeration on vehicles to reduce air pollution.
newsUKWA welcomes no-deal Brexit guidelines
UKWA – the United Kingdom Warehousing Association – has welcomed the Government’s recently published guidance for British businesses on trading with the EU in the event that a Brexit deal cannot be reached.
productTemporary loading canopy wins business for 3PL
3PL Mars-Jones has seen its business grow significantly thanks to the installation of a temporary loading canopy.
productEnvironmental award won
Howard Tenens Logistics has won the UKWA “Environmental Award” 2018.
