productTransdek introduces XL double deck trailer
Double deck solutions innovator Transdek UK is launching a new XL double deck trailer, custom built for Boots UK, at the CV Show, NEC Birmingham on 26-28 April.
product
productHaulier boosts safety with telematics
As a result of using the Fleetmatics GPS Vehicle Tracking Solution, Ian Stirling Haulage has improved safety for its drivers. Using the speeding alerts, Mr Stirling is immediately notified if one of his vehicles exceeds a pre-set speed threshold.
articleBuilding a safety culture
HGV driver safety is multi-faceted, focusing on issues as diverse as load stability and driver concentration. Technology can help but there is the danger of over-reliance, while the focus must also be on people and work culture.
productLogistics group receives £4m for investment
A leading warehouse, distribution and logistics group located on the South Yorkshire and North Nottinghamshire border has received a £4m investment to drive growth.
productDirty online delivery depot costs Asda £300K
The retailer has been fined £300,000 after dead mice and flies were found at the Enfield facility that distributes food to online shoppers across London and Essex.
productSolar panels on 50 Amazon DCs by 2020
An initial 15 solar installations are planned for completion by the end of 2017 and will generate up to 41 MW.
productHSE issues MOD with Crown Censure over driver death
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has been issued with a Crown Censure by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) after an agency driver, working for the MoD, was fatally injured by a reversing vehicle.
productCarrier buys last mile start-up Stuart
Last-mile delivery startup Stuart has been bought by GeoPost, a subsidiary of La Poste for an undisclosed sum.
articleTNT boosts lighting at Croydon warehouse
Aura Light’s PerseaLED luminaires were installed at delivery company TNT’s Croydon site to reduce energy use and improve working conditions.
productWholesaler boosts efficiency of food deliveries
The Henderson Group has gone live with TranSend ePOD on Zebra TC55 devices to optimise delivery efficiency to 400 SPAR and ViVO stores and the catering industry across Northern Ireland.
productSelf-employed haulage contractor killed by reversing lorry
A Swinton transport company and a director were in court today following the death of an HGV company owner at their Sandywood Industrial Estate.
productAganto to showcase temporary buildings at Multimodal
Aganto’s temporary warehouse solutions can be used in a variety of appropriate and relevant applications, tailored specifically for the logistics industry, such as goods in/out, scanning sheds, temporary terminal cargo covers and loading bay canopies.
newsFSDF calls for Awards entries
The Food Storage and Distribution Federation (FSDF) has opened the nominations and submissions for the 4th FSDF Annual Health and Safety Awards.
newsTransport Secretary Chris Grayling opens DHL’s new Southern Hub
The Rt. Hon Chris Grayling MP, Secretary of State for Transport opened its new Southern Hub on the western edge of Heathrow Airport.
productWomen’s achievements set to be celebrated at logistics awards
The search is on for women making a difference in the logistics industry, with an annual awards ceremony set to recognise the cream of the crop.
productPie Mapping acquired by DPD
The digital mapping and routing firm is well positioned for growth following the acquisition by UK parcel giant DPD, according to new CEO Stuart Hill.
productFedEx introduces zero-emission Nissan electric vehicles in Belgium
FedEx Express has introduced new zero-emission all-electric Nissan e-NV200 vehicles for pickups and deliveries in the areas of Ghent, Brussels and Antwerp.
newsDownton invests in 300 new trucks and trailers
The transport group has ordered 100 DAF trucks, 100 Cartwright curtainsiders and 100 Tiger Trailers curtainsiders.
productComplex sortation for Hermes
Beumer Group has supplied complex sortation and distribution technology to Hermes Germany.
productLast chance to enter logistics awards
The entry deadline for this year’s Talent in Logistics Awards has been extended to Friday 28th April. This is due to overwhelming interest and requests from 3PLs, transport companies, training providers and retailers for more time to enter their valued team members.
