PD Ports has a publicly stated aim to be the UK’s most sustainable port company, with a commitment to reach Net Zero operations by 2040. Today, we launch our company’s sustainability strategy which, for the first time, marks a formal commitment to PD’s Port’s environmental, social and governance obligations. The… Read more »
cargo-partner introduces intermodal transport solutions throughout Europe and Türkiye
In addition to rail transport solutions between Asia and Europe, the international transport and logistics provider now offers intermodal services to and from various countries within Europe, including Türkiye, the UK and Ireland. Seamlessly combining rail and road, intermodal transport provides substantial benefits in terms of cost efficiency, sustainability, and… Read more »
Switch to Toyota tow tractor helps Histon Sweet Spreads to be a good neighbour
Histon Sweet Spreads Ltd (part of the Hain Daniels Group) produces some of the country’s best known preserve brands, including such staples of the British breakfast table as Robertson’s ‘Golden Shred’ marmalade and Hartley’s jam. The company’s production facility in Cambridgeshire is in operation 24/7 and some one million cases… Read more »
New cranes boost rail capacity by 50% at DP World London Gateway
DP World has welcomed the arrival of two new Rail-Mounted Gantry (RMG) cranes for its London Gateway rail terminal, which will lift rail capacity at the logistics hub by 50 per cent. The new cranes will go into operation in mid-August and will help meet the fast-growing demand for increased… Read more »
Royal Mail to halve domestic flights in major step towards improving reliability and delivering Net-Zero 2040 target
Royal Mail is cutting the number of domestic flights it operates in half as the company reduces its use of planes as part of its efforts to improve reliability for customers and minimise carbon emissions. As well as saving c.30,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent per year, transporting more… Read more »
GB Railfreight celebrates 10,000th delivery to Drax Power Station
GB Railfreight has today completed the delivery of its 10,000th biomass train from Liverpool to Drax Power Station, North Yorkshire. Since 2016, GB Railfreight’s trains have moved over 15m tonnes of sustainable biomass between Peel Ports, Liverpool and Drax Power Station in Selby, Yorkshire. The biomass hauled by these 10,000… Read more »
How Efficient Warehouse Management Transforms Freight Logistics
As businesses grow and the demand for faster delivery times increases, the importance of streamlined warehouse operations cannot be overstated. With the right systems in place, companies can enhance their supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall customer satisfaction. Advanced warehouse management solutions enable better coordination between storage and… Read more »
Toyota turnkey solution maximises pallet capacity at 3PL’s new store
Launched in 1989 as an export freight forwarder, impressive and consistent organic growth combined with several strategic acquisitions has seen Hemisphere Freight Services Ltd evolve in to one of the UK’s largest, independently owned supply chain solutions specialists. To keep pace with demand for the extensive range of logistics services… Read more »
DP World invests £34m in its largest ever UK warehouse to meet evolving customer demand for logistics
DP World has taken another major step in its ambition to be the UK’s leading logistics provider by opening its largest ever warehouse. The 598,000 sq ft facility in Coventry is part of a £50m investment that will help customers to stay competitive. The new warehouse – which was internally… Read more »
Tritax Symmetry signs Maritime Transport Ltd at Hinckley National Rail Freight Interchange
As part of the exclusive Agreement Maritime Transport will develop, lease and operate Tritax Symmetry’s planned £750 million Strategic Rail Freight Interchange (“SRFI”) at Hinckley National Rail Freight Interchange (“HNRFI”) Maritime Transport, the UK’s leading integrated road and rail freight logistics provider, will develop a 40-acre SRFI, which will be… Read more »