newsMercedes-Benz grants UK parts distribution contract
XPO Logistics has signed a long-term partnership agreement with Mercedes-Benz Parts Logistics to manage UK parts distribution through an integrated, digitally-managed transportation network.
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productGround broken on £23m DC in Southampton
The 200,000 sq ft distribution centre is to be built on the Port of Southampton strengthening the city’s port-centric logistics capacity.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
productLogistics industry warns of cashflow crisis in Government letter
Industry bodies express concern that current bailout measures may not help logistics businesses crucial to the UK economy during the crisis.
