articleSupply chain professionals believe 3PLs could do better
Almost nine in 10 industry professionals believe that 3PLs could be delivering more for their customers, according to research taken before the 16th SCALA Annual Supply Chain Debate.
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articleReport calls for collaboration on mapping to promote self-driving
The national mapping agency Ordnance Survey and Government backed self-driving hub, Zenzic, lay out the importance of collaborative mapping in the development of self-driving vehicles.
newsFTA: Government report shows No Deal Brexit ‘unacceptable’
The publication of a data paper on Northern Ireland’s trade and investment prospects after a No Deal Brexit shows how unacceptable an outcome that could be for the country’s logistics businesses, according to FTA, the business organisation representing the sector.
articleAvoid costly damage
Hyster Europe will be showcasing its 360-degree solutions for logistics operations, including those to support the construction materials and paper supply chains, at IMHX.
articleCould LGV assessors identify mental health issues in your drivers?
Having properly trained in-house LGV Driver Assessors could help employers to improve the mental health of their drivers, says the RTITB Instructor Academy, the UK’s only centre dedicated to Instructor training.
articleFORS helps members boost green credentials
With tough governmental targets on air quality now the responsibility of local authority bodies, and Clean Air Zones in place in major UK cities, environmental efficiency is now even more important for fleets operating in urban areas.
productEddie Stobart gains permission for ‘green belt’ NDC
Logistics provider Eddie Stobart has won planning permission from Warrington Borough Council for its controversial plan to build a new National Distribution Centre on Barleycastle Lane adjacent to the Eddie Stobart Group head office.
articleLooking ahead to electric trucks on UK roads
While the adoption of battery-powered vans is gaining momentum in the UK, the future of electric trucks is less clear, according to Gary Dodsworth, UK director at Rhenus UK.
productForth Ports invests in 11 straddle carriers
The Kalmar equipment will be deployed at the firm’s container terminals in Grangemouth and London.
productVirgin Atlantic uses drop-box solution for handling aircraft tyres
Rushlift GSE, the specialist airport ground support equipment subsidiary of Doosan Industrial Vehicles UK, has provided Virgin Atlantic with an Alfa Drop Box solution for facilitating the changing of aircraft tyres at London’s two busiest airports.
productModular structure assists strategic salt storage priority
Every October, the Winter Weather Survey is conducted by the Local Government Association to gather information about local councils’ preparations for the coming winter. This never fails to give a fascinating insight into our local authorities’ salt storage strategies.
articleHeavy forklifts impress at ports firm
Seacon has appointed Acclaim as MHE partner, making an investment in 13 Hyundai forklifts.
articleFuel cell tow tractor a promising energy solution
Linde Material Handling says rapid refuelling and efficient & emission-free operation are key characteristics fuel cell powered industrial trucks.
article‘You wouldn’t buy a car that nobody can service or repair’
You need to protect your automation investment so the system continues to deliver over many years with minimal disruption, says Dave Acton, Engineering Support Services Director, Logistex.
productRegistration opens for key transport safety event
This year’s CILT Transport & Logistics Safety Forum conference brings together Occupational Road Risk experts and will focus on promoting and raising awareness of the need for organisations to proactively manage road risk.
newsEU extends contingency measures on road haulage and aviation
UK hauliers will be able to use current licenses for UK EU haulage to 31 July 2020, even in the event of a No-deal Brexit.
productPrepare for an uncertain Brexit?
To say that Brexit has created some uncertainty in the transport and logistics industry might be understating the issue.
productPort equipment success
Cooper Specialised Handling has been formally recognised as Sany Europe’s port equipment Dealer of the Year 2019 for its performance in the UK market with the Sany range of laden reachstackers and empty container handlers.
productContainer storage hub makes investment
Central Container Services (CCS) has taken delivery of a new Sany SDCY80K empty container handler for its container operations in Oldbury, West Midlands.
productHome Office reconsidering its £30k immigrant salary threshold
The Home Office’s Carrie Golding told the audience at a UKWA event in the House of Lords this week that some two million EU nationals had applied for ‘settled status’ that would enable them and their families to stay in the UK after it leaves the Union.
