SYSTRA UK & Ireland appoints James Easty as Market Director for Energy
An experienced project manager and market leader in the energy sector, James Easty brings a wealth of experience to help SYSTRA grow its presence.
RHA Calls for Industry Support Ahead of the Chancellor’s Budget
Richard Smith, Chief Executive of the Road Haulage Association (RHA), is urging all haulage, coach, and van operators to take immediate action by contacting their MPs ahead of the Chancellor’s Budget on 30 October. With the Chancellor preparing to outline her fiscal plans, the RHA is calling on industry stakeholders to ensure the vital concerns of the transport sector are heard at this critical time.
Queclink Launches Solar-Powered Asset Tracker For Trailers And Containers
Queclink Wireless Solutions has introduced a solar-powered asset tracker that has been specifically developed for cross-border road and intermodal transport operations, addressing the evolving needs of the international freight marketplace. The cutting-edge device – suitable for non-powered trailers and containers – can operate autonomously for up to 10 years without manual recharging.
ZeroMission Appoints CTO To Drive Innovation In EE Fleet Management Platform
EV commercial fleet software specialist ZeroMission has strengthened its senior executive team with the appointment of Alan Crowley as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). He will be responsible for leading technology innovation within the business, using the latest advances in AI, machine learning and data analytics to help shape the future of electric mobility and zero emission vehicle (ZEV) fleet management.
Toyota look to build a long-term talent pipeline with sales apprenticeships
Warehouse systems and handling solutions specialist Toyota Material Handling has announced a record apprentice intake for its UK business. Over 30 young people have joined the company as trainee service engineers and sales executives.
Rushlift wins UKMHA Archies Award for Dealer Member of the Year
Rushlift, the national full-service provider of materials handling equipment (MHE), has won the UK Material Handling Association’s prestigious Dealer Member of The Year Award at the Archies 2024, an industry accolade that recognises Rushlift’s commitment to excellence in service, innovation and customer satisfaction.
Toyota introduces Swarm Automation Storage: a high-density AGV and pallet shuttle solution
For companies that need to increase storage space and optimise their use of manpower, Toyota Material Handling Europe now offers Swarm Automation Storage – a complete automated solution based on the combination of three proven components. The concept offers aisle-free storage density, up to 80% denser than selective racking, at a much lower cost compared to alternative high-density solutions, and the flexibility to fit into existing available space, with optional scalability if more storage or higher throughput are required.
Dennis Eagle adopt integrated driver safety and management solution from Surecam
Dennis Eagle, a global leader in the design and manufacture of refuse collection vehicles, has installed advanced dashcams on 112 vans as part of a video-enabled driver protection solution. The fleet and video telematics system from SureCam has been integrated with Peoplesafe’s lone worker service to achieve the highest level of safety both in and outside the vehicle for its team of service engineers.
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Shipping News
- Lead the charge of Revenue Innovation at the Quote-to-Cash Summit 2024 October 15, 2024Join the Quote-to-Cash Summit 2024 on 24th Oct at The Shard, London, for expert insights, networking, and strategies to optimize revenue management. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 15, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Quote-to-Cash Summit 2024, …
- Do You Have News to Share? Get It Published. October 15, 2024With EIN Presswire press release distribution services you will reach decision makers and journalists plus get valuable SEO benefits.
- Indurent submits planning for logistics facility in the East Midlands (GB) October 15, 2024… access to 85% of the UK population within a 4- … freight terminal and the East Midlands airport provide multi-modal logistics … access to customers across the UK and Europe. We are … extremely rare opportunity within the UK market. This speculative development …
- Amazon opens data center component recycling facility in Dublin, Ireland October 15, 2024… its re:Cycle Reverse Logistics program, which helps reuse … Ireland. The lab in Ballycoolin, a northern suburb of Irish … Reverse Logistics center and its manufacturing facilities elsewhere in Ireland, … Gorman, leader of the Irish Green Party and Minister …
- DP World to boost UK trade with £1 billion expansion of London gateway October 15, 2024… Gateway to make it Britain’s largest container port … port by building two new shipping berths, taking the total … -based ‘golden triangle’ of UK logistics. Tenants at the park benefit … services linked to excellent rail freight and motorway connections, and …
- Rail Cargo Group launches new Zeebrugge – Budapest service October 15, 2024Rail Cargo Group (RCG), the freight subsidiary of Austria’s … intends to enable intermodal freight flows between Zeebrugge and … to various destinations in the UK. “Its strategic location enables … important hubs for rail freight transport in Central Europe …
Material Handling & Logistics
- ‘Transforming Logistics: Precision and Purpose’ - BIFA takes centre stageThe British International Freight Association (BIFA) is taking a prominent role in a news-style programme, Transforming Logistics: Precision and Purpose, produced by ITN Business and launched at the trade association’s Business Leaders Forum.Logistics & Handling
- Oversized cargo transported by XLP members Glaube Logistics and Langowski LogisticsXLP members Glaube Logistics and Langowski Logistics recently joined forces to handle the complex transport of an oversized cargo from Poland to Saudi Arabia.Logistics & Handling
- Total Distribution, Inc. acquires the assets of REO Processing & REO LogisticsTotal Distribution, Inc. (TDI), a wholly owned subsidiary of Peoples Services, Inc. (PSI), headquartered in Canton, Ohio, has acquired the assets of REO Processing & REO Logistics.Logistics & Handling
- Global logistics platform reports profit acceleration and positive trading outlookGlobal logistics platform, fulfilmentcrowd, has posted record revenues for FY24 and reports strong H1 FY25 trading. In the year ending 31 March 2024, the Lancashire headquartered tech company recorded revenue of £17.4m, up 23 per cent year-on-year.Logistics & Handling
- Alwayse Engineering partners with Rapid Racking to enhance custom storage solutionsAlwayse Engineering Ltd has entered a strategic partnership with Rapid Racking Ltd, the UK specialist in shelving and racking solutions, to integrate its precision range of ball transfer units into custom tables for roll-on/roll-off capability.Logistics & Handling
- Logistics UK responds to air freight expansion at Cardiff AirportResponding to the announcement that European Cargo is developing a base at Cardiff Airport and will operate regular air freight flights to China, Logistics UK Policy Manager – Trade, Customs and Borders, Josh Fenton says: “This is fantastic news and will open up new trading routes linking Wales to international markets.Logistics & Handling
Latest Maritime News
- France proposes big windfall tax hit on shipping October 15, 2024Other countries could follow French lead if plan proves a successful money maker, warns boxship expert Related StoriesOil’s post-Covid boom is over, says IEA reportHanwha finalises deal to acquire Dyna-MacHyundai Heavy to hire Thai welders to overcome labour shortageDavid Osler
- SIPG appoints new president after year-long vacancy October 15, 2024The former president, Yan Jun, resigned in July last year and was charged for taking bribes totalling $5m Related StoriesHyundai Heavy to hire Thai welders to overcome labour shortageDaily Briefing 15 October 2024Crediting mechanism could avoid double emission pricing from EU and IMO, says new paperCarol Yang
- Hyundai Heavy to hire Thai welders to overcome labour shortage October 15, 2024To address workforce shortages, the South Korean shipbuilder has teamed up with the Thai government, which is eager to give... Related StoriesFrance proposes big windfall tax hit on shippingOil’s post-Covid boom is over, says IEA reportHanwha finalises deal to acquire Dyna-MacMoyoun Jin
- Temporary US strike resolution ‘driven more by political intervention’ than ‘traditional collective bargaining’ October 14, 2024‘The solution was driven more by political intervention than it was by a traditional collective-bargaining process, and it is a... Related StoriesFederal tug rules unnecessary at US ports after Baltimore, lawyers argueSingapore bunker sales remained higher in SeptemberThe week in newbuildings: energy shipping sectors make up lion’s share of ordersTomer Raanan
- Athina Martinou, matriarch of the Martinos shipping clan, dies at 97 October 14, 2024One of the most beloved personalities in shipping, Martinou remained a keen hunter and fisherwoman into her 90s and was...Nigel Lowry
- The week in charts: Capacity overspill prompts further box rate erosion | Panama Canal sees 29% plunge in transits | Bab el Mandeb and Suez transits hit fresh lows October 14, 2024Latest spot prices show persistence of downward trend over the past three months, the Panama Canal saw transits down by... Related StoriesFrance proposes big windfall tax hit on shippingOil’s post-Covid boom is over, says IEA reportHanwha finalises deal to acquire Dyna-MacLloyd’s List
Department of Transport News
- Guidance: Dangerous goods security awareness training October 14, 2024The security training you need to do if you are involved in transporting dangerous goods.HM Government
- Press release: £1.1 billion investment to expand Stansted Airport welcomed by ministers October 13, 2024Funding will expand Stansted Airport terminal by one-third, helping to support UK businesses and the aviation sector.HM Government
- Guidance: Expert adviser on developing sustainable pathways for Ukraine’s waterborne transport sector October 11, 2024Recommend a candidate for nomination to the expert advisory panel on developing sustainable pathways for Ukraine’s waterborne transport sector.HM Government
- Guidance: Expert adviser on developing sustainable pathways for Ukraine’s surface passenger transport sector October 11, 2024Recommend a candidate for nomination to the expert advisory panel on developing sustainable pathways for Ukraine’s surface passenger transport sector.HM Government
- Consultation outcome: The Seafarers’ Wages Act 2023 part 2 – draft regulations and guidance October 10, 2024Second of two consultations on the secondary legislation required to implement the Seafarers’ Wages Act and associated guidance.HM Government
- Consultation outcome: The Seafarers’ Wages Act 2023 part 1 - draft regulations and guidance October 10, 2024First of two consultations on the secondary legislation required to implement the Seafarers’ Wages Act and associated guidance.HM Government
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