newsYusen opens shared user facility in Milton Keynes
The 3PL has started operations from the DC in Wolverton, Milton Keynes.
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newsCourier develops virus crisis fund for workers
Delivery specialist Hermes will make a £1 million fund available for its self-employed couriers, to help support them if they need to self-isolate as a result of the coronavirus.
newsDachser beefs up South East cross-dock capability
Dachser UK has opened an additional site near to its existing 2,500m2 transshipment terminal based in Dartford, Kent.
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newsKuehne + Nagel sells major part of UK business to XPO
The 3PL has entered into a definitive agreement to sell a major part of its UK contract logistics portfolio to XPO Logistics.
productEnthusiastic and positive approach
Dundee Gin has worked with Bell Packaging to deliver a new environmental solution for its packaging.
productAccreditation for air cushioning product line
Pregis has received an International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC PLUS) for air cushioning produced in its Heerlen facility in The Netherlands.
newsRed diesel: ‘Two years not enough time’
Industry bodies have expressed concern there is not enough time for industry to adapt to red diesel entitlement being dropped by the Government in the Budget.
newsChallenge completed as Queen Bee returns to Mumbai
UK husband and wife team, Alan and Pat Braithwaite have fulfilled the road trip of a lifetime after driving a Morgan 3-Wheeler 3,500 miles (5,600km) around India in support of Indian-based, not-for-profit Goonj.
productFree live border congestion map available
The solution for supply chains, retailers and logistics service providers to gain real-time information on border waiting times as a result of cross-border delays resulting from Coronavirus crisis has been made available.
newsCOVID-19: Business support announced
The government has announced a new Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme, delivered by the British Business Bank, which will enable businesses to apply for a loan of up to £5 million, with the government covering up to 80% of any losses with no fees.
productFTA vows to keep vehicle inspection service open during pandemic
The Freight Transport Association says members are struggling to book vehicle inspections with local garages due to shortfalls of staff under the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
productEmergency bill gives Border Force power to close ports
The Government has announced that an emergency coronavirus bill to cope with the pandemic.
newsLondon Lorry Control Scheme suspended to keep supermarkets stocked in capital
London Councils is suspending enforcement of the London Lorry Control Scheme with immediate effect to help the freight and logistics industry cope with increasing pressures and demands from the rapidly developing situation with coronavirus.
productLet drivers use toilets and welfare facilities
The Health & Safety Executive is insisting HGV drivers must have access to on-premises toilet and welfare facilities.
newsDelivery drivers recognised as key workers
ParcelHero has welcomed the Government’s decision to ensure school provision for the children of delivery drivers.
newsDelivery contract awarded
Two-person home delivery company ArrowXL has been appointed as the chosen partner for a global fireplace specialist.
productAir cushion systems range expanded
The air cushion machines inflate a wide range of filler and wrapper cushion with air on demand and use 100% recyclable film.
articleMastering returns
Clipper Logistics is a 3PL dedicated to retail and has developed an innovative approach to returns. Its CEO Tony Mannix outlines the challenge, its solution and plans for the future.
newsLogistics sector calls for fuel duty suspension
The Association of Pallet Networks (APN) has called for fuel duty derogation to help the UK logistics industry fulfil its vital role during time of national crisis.
