Save the date for THE Fuel Oil Event of the Year!
Organisers of FPS EXPO 2015, the biggest exhibition dedicated to the liquid fuels industry and its suppliers, FPS (Federation of Petroleum Suppliers) say the 2015 show is set to see many exciting new...
View ArticleThe UK HAULIER Fantasy League - Week 3
Week 3 in the "The UK HAULIER Fantasy League" and the mighty "UK Haulier Elite" have had another shocking week and remain at the foot of the table! "Schindler's Assist" continues to be in the clouds...
View ArticleNottinghamshire Haulage Company Celebrates 40th Anniversary
A family-run road haulage company based in Nottinghamshire which started with one man in a van is celebrating its 40th anniversary - after moving to a new HQ in Huthwaite and upgrading its fleet of...
View ArticleFTA Praises Change to Road Haulage Training Requirement
News that the Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has confirmed that with immediate effect a driver may use their Digital Tachograph Card or Driver Qualification Card as proof of their...
View ArticleSDC Trailers to Showcase Innovative Trailer Range at Hannover CV Show
Trailer manufacturer, SDC Trailers have announced they will be present at the world’s leading transportation and logistics trade fair – the 65th IAA Commercial Vehicle show in Hannover from 25th...
View ArticleHGV Driver Fights an £8,000 Fine after 16 Illegal Immigrants Smuggle...
A lorry driver is challenging an £8,000 fine given to him after 16 illegal immigrants climbed into the back of his HGV in a bid to get to Britain as he slept in a parking bay near Boulogne. Ray...
View ArticleHuddersfield Hosts the Logistics Research Network Annual Conference
Dozens of the world’s leading experts and researchers in the field of logistics came to the University of Huddersfield for a three-day conference that featured a packed programme of lectures and...
View ArticleDVSA Warn Drivers About Driver Qualification Cards
DVSA has reminded hauliers that with the passing of the Driver CPC deadline on Wednesday this week that all professionals must carry their Driver Qualification Card (DQC) with them or face a fine at...
View ArticleKent Haulage Firms avoiding Calais as Migrant Situation Worsens
Kent hauliers say the situation in Calais is worse than it has ever been and some firms are avoiding the French port altogether until the situation improves, routing freight through nearby Dunkirk....
View ArticleRolls-Royce Motor Cars Announces New Logistics Centre Location
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has announced that a new Technology and Logistics Centre will be built at Bognor Regis, close to the Home of Rolls-Royce at Goodwood, West Sussex. The new 30,000m2 centre will...
View ArticleWincanton Secure Howdens Joinery Contract
One of the UK’s leading manufacturers and suppliers of kitchen and joinery products, Howdens Joinery, has appointed Wincanton as its logistics partner following a strategic review of its supply chain....
View ArticleMalcolm Group Order More 50ft Container Trailers
Malcolm Group has significantly increased its order of 50ft skeletal trailers from SDC by an additional 80 units. Malcolm Group had placed an order for 40 units when they were unveiled earlier in the...
View ArticleImport ban on mangoes from India effects British economic activity
When the EU banned the import of mangoes from India this summer, the move was a serious annoyance for lovers of the exotic fruit. But it was a major financial blow to a large number of UK businesses,...
View ArticleThe voice of the logistics industry is female, new research reveals
The UK logistics industry breaks traditional gender stereotypes through its marketing and branding, new research has revealed.A study conducted by PH Media Group found the most popular voice used by...
View ArticleScottish traffic commissioner disqualifies directors for life
Scottish traffic commissioner (TC) disqualifies for life the directors of a company that was fined £200,000 for environmental offences. Doonin Plant, which is based in Cambuslang and Glasgow, and...
View ArticleThe UK HAULIER Fantasy League - Week 4
Week 4 in the "The UK HAULIER Fantasy League" and although the mighty "UK Haulier Elite" had a positive week, with 14 points sitting on the bench, they remain at the bottom of the table! "Schindler's...
View ArticleHaulage companies urged to routinely screen for sleeping disorders
A Sheffield MP has called for haulage companies to routinely screen their HGV drivers to ensure they are not suffering from a health disorder that causes them to fall asleep at the wheel.Labour and...
View ArticleSDC Shortlisted for Trailer Innovation Award
SDC Trailers have been shortlisted for the Trailer Innovation Award ‘Concept’ category. SDC submitted their pioneering Trombone trailer with on-board safety equipment for the prestigious award. The...
View ArticleMidlands haulier joins UK Pallets network
Midlands-based haulier Surfair Logistics has joined the UK Pallets network.Having worked with the network for 18 months, the company’s MD Paul Cannon said they were keen to “cement the relationship”...
View ArticleNew Volvo FM car transporter unveiled
Volvo has unveiled its new FM car transporter, configured as a low height, 6x2 rigid with a sleeper cab.Developed in partnership with trailer manufacturers Transporter Engineering and Belle Rolfo, the...
View ArticleNew Kent lorry park location chosen
Kent County Council have opted to build a lorry park on land next to Stop24 Folkestone Services on the M20 to help with the current lack of parking and offer a suitable location to assist with...
View ArticleDS Smith’s Recycling Division Launches Lytx DriveCam Programme
Lytx, Inc, a global leader in delivering video-based driver safety and compliance solutions, today announced that DS Smith’s Recycling Division has launched the DriveCam powered by Lytx™ Programme...
View ArticleGet your Road Safety Week action pack
Brake's Road Safety Week action packs are being emailed out this week to thousands of employers, educators, local authorities and groups who have registered so far to take part in the Week, 17-23...
View ArticleM25 Dartford Crossing payment changes
Below are changes to how you pay to use the Dartford Crossing on the M25 which will take effect Wednesday 1st October 2014. You will no longer have to pay at the barriers, instead you’ll be able to pay...
View ArticleTwo female truck drivers have started a new HGV training school
Two female truck drivers have started a new HGV training school (Horsepower) in an attempt to attract more women LGV & HGV drivers into what is known as a male-dominated sector.Stats show over 99%...
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