productWith the UK Road User Levy introduced on 1st April, its implementation, in just under three months, has probably surprised many transport operators and DVLA officers alike, says David Williams, managing director Rhenus UK.
productThe apprenticeships at the trailer manufacturer are targeted at 16–19 year olds who are being invited to apply online.
articleEveryone in the industry is concerned about the increasingly proactive stance the DVSA is taking towards load restraint on curtain sided vehicles. Many complain that their requirements are unnecessarily costly and excessive. Loadhog, the transit innovator, disagrees.
productFollowing its contract extension, DHL Supply Chain is supporting supermarket chain Lidl in meeting its environmental targets by introducing a pilot for new longer semi trailers across its UK operations.
productThe Transland Group has bought eight new bespoke trailers for its services to and from Ireland.
productDelivery company City Link has demonstrated commitment to load security and safety with its latest £2.3m investment in 85 new curtain-sided trailers and five box trailers from Lawrence David.
productLifting and loading equipment innovator, Transdek UK is demonstrating its double deck lifting solutions on stand 5C71 at the CV Show at the NEC Birmingham, 29 April to 1 May 2014.
articleTravis Perkins has implemented a number of initiatives to improve the safety of its drivers.
articleASOS has recently seen profits and share price fall due to increased investment, primarily in the supply chain. But will this investment pay off in the long run, asks HSS Editor Simon Duddy.
newsThe hauliers who make up pallet network Palletline have launched PLUS Logistics, which is billed as the UK’s first member-owned logistics provider.
newsThe forthcoming FTA Safety in Logistics Conference is to focus on helping managers secure engagement with all employees on health and safety.
newsMorrisons will open a third primary consolidation centre in Q2 2014 in partnership with Bibby Distribution.
productSpecialist courier company, Eskimo Express, has added to its fleet with two Citroen Relay vans that feature high specification, dual compartment bodies converted by Norwich based refrigerated body manufacturer, Paneltex Somers.
productIn what is said to be the first time in decades, a new UK trailer and body manufacturer has entered the market place in the form of John and Steven Cartwright’s new business, Tiger.
newsLiverpool John Lennon Airport has announced a change to the structure of its ownership.
newsA consultancy has predicted that home delivery logistics will reach crisis point for UK grocers in the next few years.
productGT Radial’s recently launched GSR225 Combi Road multi-usage tyre will make its European show debut at Reifen 2014.
newsMany drinks companies are losing competitive advantage as they obsess about production assets, and don’t pay enough attention to managing suppliers and their routes to market says supply chain consultancy, Crimson & Co.
newsFedEx transported a rare Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton from the Museum of the Rockies in Montana to the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in Washington, D.C.
newsFollowing last year’s ‘Efficient Warehouse Practices’program for GMs, DHL Supply Chain has partnered with Cranfield School of Management to deliver a program designed for shift managers.
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