productImproved security
Offering users improved security and reduced operational costs, Schoeller Allibert has updated its Kaiman attached lid container (ALC) range with the introduction of two new 54 and 65 litre models.
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productTyres go the distance
Eccles-based haulier, Olivers Transport, has hit a new record-high mileage of 362,689km on a set of Michelin X MultiWay 3D XDE drive tyres in its fleet, and lauds the X MultiWay 3D-series as Michelin’s best regional tyre yet.
product10 years savings
Coventry-based bulk and general haulage operator, JJ Bartlett, reports 10 years of bottom-line savings since fitting its first vehicle tracking system from telematics and fleet management specialist, AGM.
productInvestment underpins expansion
Leading eCommerce labels and packaging supplier Priory Direct has invested over £150,000 in a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software systems, to complete its three-pronged expansion strategy.
productTruck the city likes
Iveco’s New Eurocargo was designed from the ground up to be “the truck the city likes”, and features Iveco’s unique HI-SCR diesel engines, which are ideal for urban operations.
articleIMRG sees mild October pointing to bumper Black Friday
The early warning signs suggest we could be in for a bumper Black Friday, says IMRG’s Andrew Starkey. But has the warehousing and logistics industry got the capability to successfully deliver?
productAztek Logistics becomes second Pallet-Track member to secure FORS Gold
Aztek Logistics has become the second member of the Pallet-Track network to receive the coveted FORS Gold standard for going the extra mile to support safety in and around the Capital.
product100th Trailerloda sold
Hydraroll has now sold its 100th Trailerloda system to Total Reefer in Wolverhampton. Total Reefer purchased this system to fit in a stock trailer ready for the next customer who requires it.
product40 years of document exchange
This September DX, the national document exchange, celebrated 40 years in business, during which time, the organisation has spread its wings from the traditional mailrooms of law firms, embracing new technology to become one of the UK’s leading B2B and B2C logistics and parcel distribution providers.
productTrio of new members
Palletised freight network, Pall-Ex has announced the arrival of three new members: Kench Transport, Richard Read Transport and Exact Logistics.
newsWarehouse challenges have severe impact on Matalan
Retailer saw earnings nose-dive after warehouse move led to massive stock backlog.
newsTraffic Commissioners recognise changing nature of logistics
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) says the Traffic Commissioners have acknowledged the changing nature of the logistics industry with proposed amendments to the Senior Traffic Commissioner’s Statutory Guidance and Directions.
newsKevin Richardson to take over from Steve Agg as CILT CEO
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK has today announced that Kevin Richardson FCILT has been appointed as the new Chief Executive.
productManagement team strengthened
Palletised freight network, Palletways has strengthened its UK team by appointing Dave Walmsley as member and network development director.
articleGets to grips with returnable transit packaging
Companies in the food industry can benefit greatly from a supply chain audit, says Schoeller Allibert.
productRackable multi-trip box with superior strength
Goplasticpallets.com has introduced a new multi-trip pallet box. The Trip Box offers the benefits of a sleeve pack system, with improved strength and excellent performance in racking.
articleYusen Logistics supports first National Lorry Week
Yusen Logistics UK is supporting National Lorry Week, a new initiative to help raise awareness of the road freight industry and its importance to the UK economy.
newsFTA calls on Government to support logistics apprenticeships
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has called on the Government to support logistics industry apprenticeships in its submission to the Transport Select Committee inquiry into skills and workforce planning in the road haulage sector.
productBoxes on the box
Part of STAKRAK’s extensive range of folding boxes and containers, Foldboxes have been used successfully for a start-up company called School Trunk, which was recently featured on a TV programme pitching its business idea to secure funding for growth.
articleThe rise of click & collect
Online retail is a sector that’s hugely reliant on technology in order to function effectively and efficiently. Consequently, there is an awful lot of jargon that we in the industry become used to and assume everyone understands says Andrew Starkey, head of e-fulfilment, IMRG.
