newsDelivery drivers recognised as key workers
ParcelHero has welcomed the Government’s decision to ensure school provision for the children of delivery drivers.
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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.
productWashroom hygiene a key priority
Holchem provides a range of high-quality hand hygiene management systems that are designed for use in washrooms as well as a range of housekeeping products that can be used to ensure washrooms are kept hygienically clean.
productSustainable plastic pallet website launches
Exporta has created and launched a new website and brand called Plastic Pallet Experts.
articleFeed the Nation supply chain working group launches
Consultancy SCALA has launched a COVID-19 supply chain emergency working group, bringing together companies supplying the grocery retail sector to ensure the industry can “Feed the Nation”.
newsEuropean transport associations pull together
The transport sector has a crucial role to play in the supply of goods, in particular medicines, medical devices, food and other essential commodities needed to overcome the coronavirus crisis.
productStick to hygiene laws to keep logistics safe
FTA, RHA and Unite are calling on those using the services of these workers to ensure that adequate hygiene facilities, including hot and cold running water, are available to all drivers and warehouse operatives delivering to, or collecting from business premises.
productHermes doubles locker provision
Hermes has increased the number of lockers available for its customers to use to return or send items as part of its drive for contactless delivery and to support social distancing.
productCOVID-19: Supporting the supply of essential goods
Operating under government guidelines and as a supplier to businesses that are providing essential items, Exporta is focusing on supporting their supply chains to keep goods moving.
productWincanton sees COVID-19 crisis surge in demand
Wincanton, the largest British third-party logistics company, said levels of activity in recent weeks have been high in many of its sectors, particularly Grocery, Consumer and General Haulage.
productDealing with an unexpected peak in demand
We hear a lot about planning for expected peaks in demand but in the present environment it has never been more relevant. Antalis Packaging wants to reassure the market that it has solutions that are ready for these difficult challenges and that can keep products moving in the most efficient and cost effective way possible.
productFTA calls on businesses to strike a healthy balance during the crisis
The Freight Transport Association says it is working hard to keep the nation trading during the COVID-19 pandemic, and is busy supporting all sectors of the economy, in line with government advice.
newsUpping the game at key crossing
P&O Ferries is strengthening its freight operations on the Calais-Dover crossing as part of its commitment to maintain the flow of goods during the Covid-19 crisis.
newsAirline ramps up cargo as passenger flights suspended
Etihad Cargo is introducing a fleet of Boeing 787-10 aircraft as passenger freighters to operate 34 weekly flights, serving 10 markets initially.
newsValidity of Safe Loading Passes extended
The Safe Loading Pass Scheme (SLPS) Management Group is providing extensions on Safe Loading Passes soon to expire, in line with government direction on COVID-19.
productLogistics industry reacts to COVID-19 disruption
Research from Transport Intelligence (Ti) finds a global contract logistics market facing a downside cliff edge in 2020.
newsUKWA: Reconsider ‘no net loss’ policy
UKWA has urged the government to reconsider its direction to remove the ‘no net loss’ requirement on existing industrial land from the London Plan.
