Kalmar, part of Cargotec, announces its commitment to reduce emissions in cargo and material handling operations by fostering eco-efficient technologies. According to the commitment Kalmar’s full offering will be available as electrically powered versions by 2021. The target is in line with Cargotec’s sustainability roadmap announced in 2016. Innovation has… Read more »
Scotland’s largest Port in Grangemouth continues major investment programme
The Port of Grangemouth is well under way with a multi-million pound investment programme to strengthen its position as Scotland’s premier port. The programme includes container terminal surfacing upgrades, new terminal operating system, warehouse development and a ship to shore crane investment. Resurfacing development is under construction which will… Read more »
UPS strengthens cross-border capabilities with new flagship £120 million London hub
UPS officially opened its new 32,000 square metre package sorting and delivery facility in the south east of England. At £120 million, the new London Hub is one of UPS’s largest single infrastructure investments outside of the United States in the company’s history. “Ecommerce growth, cross-border trade expansion, and unique… Read more »
Logistics industry concern over consideration of tax on rail freight
This week’s announcement of a government consultation on the use of red diesel (as rebated gas oil is known) in non-road vehicles is a significant concern for the freight sector, according to the Freight Transport Association (FTA), whose members move more than 90% of the UK’s rail freight nationwide. According… Read more »
Port of Dover selects Konecranes for new Dover Cargo Terminal
Konecranes has been selected to supply two Konecranes Gottwald Model 5 Mobile Harbour Cranes for Port of Dover’s new cargo facilities as part of the Dover Western Docks Revival (DWDR) development. The eco-efficient diesel-electric Model 5 Mobile Harbour Cranes will handle mainly containers and palletised fruit at Port of Dover’s… Read more »
New Loadmac 220 is a UK first for Jem Recycling
Following a successful launch in Australia, Runcorn based recycling and waste management company Jem Recycling has become the first company in the UK to purchase the brand-new Loadmac 220 truck mounted forklift. Building on the success of the 2.5T Loadmac machine – the 825iSR launched in 2010 – the Loadmac… Read more »
HeavyHaul makes TotalKare investment to boost workshop efficiency
An Essex-based plant and machinery transport specialist has made a significant investment into supporting its rapidly growing workshop. HeavyHaul (Chelmsford), which was founded in the early 1970s, has acquired its first set of column lifts from TotalKare to assist it with maintenance and repairs on its 70-strong fleet of vehicles…. Read more »
Europa Newcastle Speeds Ahead with Growth Success
Business is booming for the Newcastle Road branch of leading logistics provider, Europa Worldwide Group, which has celebrated significant growth in the first quarter of the year. The team of nine, based in Monkton Business Park in South Tyneside, has achieved a 30% increase in turnover compared with the same… Read more »
1 in 4 revealed to not have eyes tested since passing driving test, as health initiative hits CV Show in Birmingham
A healthcare initiative by Vision Express, offering free eye tests from the Vision Van at the CV Show in Birmingham, has revealed: 26% had not had an eye examination since passing their driving test 81% were overdue an eye test 17% had never had their eyes tested 62% required a… Read more »
Logistics industry set for uncertain year ahead, says FTA
After a year of resilient trading in 2017, the UK’s logistics industry expects continued success in 2018 despite the uncertainties posed by Brexit and continued economic instability, according to a new report from the Freight Transport Association (FTA). The FTA Logistics Report 2018, in association with Santander, polled the opinions… Read more »
