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 »
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 »
