articleBrexit’s impact lingers
Since the UK’s departure from the European Union on 31st January 2020, the UK freight forwarding and logistics sector has been plagued with challenges, says Steve Parker.
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articleAutomation: a force for good?
Kirsten Tisdale asks if increasing use of technology in the sector will level the playing field for women in logistics.
productBeer firm cuts delivery emissions
Asahi UK has brought zero tailpipe delivery to its London operations by welcoming a Volvo FE Electric 4×2 rigid into its distribution fleet.
productGEODIS testing urban electric trucks from Renault
THE TEST phase, which aims to prove the effectiveness of the Oxygen solution, will take place in Paris and Lyon in the run up to December 2024.
newsGeneration Logistics takes its message to the streets
The awareness campaign has continued to challenge perceptions of the sector by taking its message directly to thousands of people.
newsConcern over carrier surge pricing at Peak
A report from Mintsoft claims surge pricing could dampen the profits of thousands of warehousing and logistics firms across the UK.
productSafetyFirst platform scoops award
RED Corporate Driver Training’s SafetyFirst platform wins prestigious fleet safety award from Logistics UK.
productFleet technology makes major savings
Lightfoot’s driver improvement and efficiency technology has saved more than £100 million in fuel for customers in five years, the firm has announced.
newsUnilever rolls out direct dispatch
The direct dispatch model is said to make shipping products from factory to its retail customers more efficient.
productFedEx switches from diesel to HVO
The express transportation company is making a transition to using biofuels in linehaul trucks at three UK sites.
productWoodland Group trials alternative fuels
The supply chain firm is demonstrating its commitment to supply chain sustainability through trials of alternative fuels and electric vehicle technologies.
newsEnergy costs jump highlighted
The Cold Chain Report 2024 has been released by the Cold Chain Federation.
newsTesco to rival Ocado as solution provider
The grocer’s wholly owned subsidiary – Transcend Retail Solutions – will market a store pick solution, offering a differing model to Ocado’s centralised e-grocery picking and delivery system.
articleAn event not to be missed
Check out a wealth of expert speakers and 50+ innovative exhibitors at the upcoming Tomorrow’s Warehouse Event at the Old Trafford Cricket Ground in Manchester on 2 October. The conference will provide answers to your warehouse transformation questions.
articleDon’t let virtual crime rings run rings round you
Stephen Gray explains how crime is blighting the logistics and supply chain sectors.
articleBritain’s love for animals drives Kammac’s growth in pet services
Kammac, a leading UK logistics and supply chain provider, is capitalising on Britain’s flourishing pet industry with new contracts that promise increased cross-promotional opportunities, efficiency savings, and enhanced service delivery for clients.
newsProposed changes to American import regs could hit UK exporters
US legislators are planning to scrap or make major changes to the $800 ‘de minimis’ limit, below which no taxes are paid on imports.
productOneFleet to rule them all?
Two-person home delivery specialist ArrowXL has launched an initiative to streamline operations and reduce carbon emissions.
newsTwo-person home delivery deal signed
sofa.com has awarded a contract to Wincanton to handle premium two-person home delivery for the UK furniture retailer.
newsFulfilment key part of end-to-end eComm deal
Premier Foods has tasked THG Ingenuity to provide a commerce and fulfilment solution for its FUEL10K direct-to-consumer (DTC) offering.
