THE Pallet Network (TPN) once again won the Multimodal Pallet Network of the Year Award at last night’s industry event. “We have held this title since 2019 and we are thrilled and proud to carry it through to 2022,” says MD Mark Kendall. “We were the only network not to… Read more »
Scania’s star bakers shine for charity
The members of Scania (Great Britain) Limited’s Executive Management team (see Editor’s note) have supported the company’s national charity partner, Cancer Research UK, by taking part in ‘The Great Executive Team Bake Off Challenge’ as part of ‘Stand Up To Cancer’ month. The senior management team were paired into… Read more »
Shippers warned to brace for fuel surcharge rises
Resurgence in fuel prices, set to be passed on by carriers, means cargo owners will have to contend with higher bunker adjustment factors on top of already high freight rates Shippers are being warned to prepare for higher bunker adjustment factors on top of already high freight rates as carriers… Read more »
Volvo off to a winning start at Western Fuel with ‘robust and reliable’ FL tankers
Western Fuel has added its first new Volvos to its 26-strong tanker delivery fleet, putting two FL 4×2 rigids into service. The trucks replace older vehicles at the Bridgwater-based business and will be used to deliver kerosene, diesel and gas oil to a wide customer base across the south west…. Read more »
HGV skills bootcamps need a realistic timeframe to succeed
As part of our response to the National Skills Fund consultation, we made the case for opening up Skills Bootcamps to foundation level (1 and 2, roughly GCSE level) qualifications, specifically HGV. We therefore welcomed the announcement of the HGV Skills Bootcamps. These bootcamps offer an excellent alternative to apprenticeships,… Read more »
Outstanding levels of customer service and unrivalled standards of partnering customer care is the key for South Wales Haulier Inter-Haul Pallet Services Ltd
Outstanding levels of customer service and unrivalled standards of partnering customer care is the key for South Wales Haulier Inter-Haul Pallet Services Ltd, as they celebrate 20 years of trading, driving them back to MAN Truck & Bus for more. Pontypridd based Inter-Haul Pallet Services Ltd cites outstanding levels of… Read more »
TruTac backs nationwide load security and transport safety push
TruTac, part of the Microlise Group, is backing a push by transport authorities to highlight drivers’ and companies’ responsibilities around commercial vehicle load security this month. National Highways, the DVSA and the Office of Traffic Commissioners are aiming to raise awareness about load security throughout October, alongside a campaign… Read more »
“Don’t let cabotage sabotage UK Hauliers” says RHA
The RHA is shocked and disappointed by the Government proposal to allow foreign haulage companies to undertake unlimited work in the UK in two-week blocks. The RHA opposes this proposal because we believe more effective measures can be taken to deal with the shortage of lorry drivers and the supply… Read more »
Further site acquisition adds 100,000 sq ft to Carlton Forest 3PL portfolio
Carlton Forest 3PL has added a further 100,000 sq ft site to its ever-growing portfolio, it’s fourth building acquisition in just eight months. The warehouse, located at Tuxford, Nottinghamshire, close to the A1, is facilitating stock storage, management, and fulfilment for two significant retailers to support them with their… Read more »
Gang leader who bragged of smuggling more than 100 women into UK jailed for 10 years
A gang leader who boasted of smuggling dozens of women into the UK using HGVs and small boats has been jailed for 10 years. In covertly obtained recordings by National Crime Agency investigators, Nzar Jabar Mohamad, from Hull, was heard telling criminal associates in Europe that “I brought too many women,… Read more »
