One of Scotland’s leading delivery firms has opened a new hub in what it is calling “the gateway to the north” of the country’s logistics industry. M&H Carriers has opened a new delivery hub in Perth with a 15,000sqft warehouse and significant 1.5 acre on-site yard space. The move will… Read more »
GB Railfreight ushers in a new era of Sustainable Freight Transport by unveiling its Hybrid Class 99 Locomotive
GB Railfreight (GBRf), one of the UK’s largest transporters of consumer and business goods, will be unveiling its new hybrid Class 99 locomotive at InnoTrans in Berlin on Wednesday 25 September, signalling a significant leap forward in decarbonising the UK’s rail freight industry. The new Class 99s are expected to… Read more »
NI-GB trade: customs processes delayed – work with industry, RHA urges
The Government has announced that new arrangements for parcels and freight movements between Great Britain and Northern Ireland due to take effect on 30 September have been pushed back. HMRC says businesses should be fully prepared for them by 31 March 2025 and will update with detailed timelines. John Martin,… Read more »
Spartan Forklifts join Toyota’s national dealer network
Toyota Material Handling UK (TMHUK) has announced the appointment of a new addition to its national dealer network. Bradford-based Spartan Forklifts became an official Toyota dealer on September 1st following a signing ceremony held at the company’s West Yorkshire premises. Established in 2009, Spartan is known throughout the industry for the excellence of its after sales support… Read more »
Prepare for GB Safety and Security Import Controls to Avoid Supply Chain Disruption
Cross-border road transport businesses need to be ready for the latest customs change for cargo coming from the EU or face significant delays and disruption according to Colin Robb, Head of Operations & Sales at Derry Bros. From 31 October 2024, Safety and Security (S&S) declarations will be required for… Read more »
GB Railfreight to extend DP World contract at London Gateway
GB Railfreight has agreed a new two-year contract extension with DP World to provide staff to prepare all freight trains departing from their London Gateway terminal. These staff provide a critical role in ensuring the safety and reliability of rail freight. Every year, more than 5,000 train services depart and… Read more »
GB Railfreight adds new electric shunters as part of decarbonisation drive
GB Railfreight (GBRf) has acquired four new electric Class 18 hybrid+ shunt locomotives to its growing fleet. These locomotives alongside other industry leading decarbonisation initiatives will contribute to GBRf’s efforts to reduce the emissions of Great Britain’s supply chains. The new locomotives will be based across GBRf’s sites and will… Read more »
Post of Felixstowe – RHA welcomes new booking system review
The RHA met with representatives of FPUA (Felixstowe Port Users’ Association), BIFA and representatives from the Port of Felixstowe yesterday (Thursday 15 August). One of the matters we discussed was the introduction of the Port of Felixstowe’s new Container Booking System (CBS). A number of operators expressed concerns regarding the… Read more »
Aiming to be the UK’s most sustainable port
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 »
