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DVSA introduces new brake testing option for HGVs and trailers
What’s changing? - From Thursday 21 August 2025, the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) will recognise the use of load simulation brake rollers during annual HGV and trailer testing.
Queclink discusses fleet data sourcing at Telematics & Connected Mobility Conference
Queclink Wireless Solutions, a global provider of IoT devices and hardware, will be addressing the importance of an effective fleet data strategy at the Telematics & Connected Mobility Conference in Vilnius, Lithuania. The company’s UK Sales Director, Vernon Bonser, will join a panel of industry experts for the discussion – titled Navigating OEM and Aftermarket Data: Real-World Strategies, Trade-Offs, and What's Next – to provide useful insight into selecting the right fleet data source.
Queclink introduces new asset and cargo tracking solution
Queclink Wireless Solutions, a global provider of IoT devices and hardware, has launched an asset and cargo monitoring tool for the logistics and material handling marketplace. The robust and compact Bluetooth beacon boasts advanced tracking, easy installation and long-life battery, making it ideal for a wide range of management and security applications within road transport and warehouse operations.
We deliver for you – Toyota Material Handling at IMHX 2025
Toyota Material Handling UK will highlight their range of cutting-edge manual, semi- and fully-automated material handling products and intralogistics systems at the forthcoming IMHX 2025 (NEC, Birmingham, 9-11 September 2025).
A1 Group cuts driver distraction and achieves legal compliance with fleet technology solution from Ctrack
A1 Group, a leading waste management, car spares and road transport specialist, has adopted an AI-powered video telematics and Progressive Safe System (PSS) solution from Ctrack to meet its driver safety and Direct Vision Standard (DVS) commitments.
Phelan Haulage Ltd Achieves FORS Bronze Accreditation in Commitment to Safety and Sustainability
Phelan Haulage Ltd is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) Bronze accreditation, a significant milestone that underscores the company’s dedication to exemplary transport standards, safety, and environmental responsibility.
Racks and robots for future ready warehousing
Integrating racking systems, pick towers and other storage solutions with mobile robots will provide transformative automation, says Edward Hutchison, Managing Director of BITO Storage Systems.
Case study: UK Planet Tools – Right-sizing for growth
Starting out in 2010 as a local retailer of high-quality tools and fixings, serving customers in and around Milton Keynes, UK Planet Tools has grown rapidly to become one of the largest online suppliers to the building trade for power-tools and related products. Thousands of orders a day are shipped to customers across the UK.
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Shipping News
- Post Japan, DHL Will Stop Shipping to U.S. Over Trump’s Executive Order Ending “De Minimis” Exceptions August 25, 2025… joined with Swiss Post, the United Kingdom, India, New Zealand, Australia … saying they will halt shipping parcels to the United … been especially popular with shipping Chinese items into America. … DHL, a major international shipping company, and one well-known …
- Michelle Keegan's top beauty brand unveils mystery box offering over 50% savings August 25, 2025Bethan Shufflebotham Affiliates and Reviews , Jessica Brunt and Jada Jones Content Commercialisation Editor 18:57, 25 Aug 2025 This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more A Liverpool- …
- UK Ecommerce Market is Seeing a Boom Driven by AI and Advanced Shopping Platforms August 25, 2025… eCommerce businesses in the UK are no longer tied … development agencies in the UK specialize in building advanced … UK-based ecommerce developers offer improved product recommendations, optimized logistics, … eCommerce developers in the UK, London, and Manchester …
- The de minimis shipping rules are slated to change this week. Here's what that means for you. August 25, 2025… for over 90% of all cargo that enters the US, according … by US authorities for postal shipping, which differ from the previously … ." It added: "goods shipping via DHL Express and the … parcels to the US. The UK's Royal Mail said …
- US expands sanctions on Iranian oil exports, targets Greek shipping executive August 25, 2025… Journey Investment Co, Rose Shipping, and Passada Maritime Ltd … ’s movement of Iranian cargo and has continued to … Islands-based Changbai Glory Shipping Ltd, British Virgin Islands-based … Shipping Co Ltd, Hong Kong Hangshun Shipping Ltd and Ares Shipping …
- Leadership, Logistics and Loyalty: What Hotel Management Teaches You August 25, 2025… hotel requires mastery of logistics. From housekeeping schedules to … Warsaw (Source: thetimes.co.uk ) Stephen Cassidy describes hotel … President, Hilton UK (Source: thetimes.co.uk) Nicola Betley … Metropole (Source: thetimes.co.uk ) Looking Ahead: The Future …
Material Handling & Logistics
- Logistics company supports community it has been part of for more than 60 yearsA family-run logistics company is giving back to the community which it has been a part of for more than 60 years.Logistics & Handling
- Global plastics treaty collapse: Time for solutions not slogansThe collapse of the UN Global Plastics Treaty talks in Geneva should not be seen as a failure - but as a wake-up call. According to Symphony Environmental Technologies Plc, provider of advanced plastic technologies, the breakdown reflects the deep divide between political rhetoric and practical solutions.Logistics & Handling
- Logistics skills should be prioritised to boost growth, says Logistics UKThe omission of the logistics sector from Skills England’s ‘Assessment of priority skills to 2030’ is an oversight that could impact the government’s growth ambitions, says Logistics UK’s Deputy Head of Policy Michelle Gardner:“Skilled logistics careers underpin the growth-driving sectors identified in the government’s Industrial Strategy and Skills England’s assessment,” she says.Logistics & Handling
- Specialist Sports improves order management and picking process with BPA PlatformCodeless Platforms has revealed that Specialist Sports has increased the speed and accuracy of its order management and picking process, having replaced its old ERP system with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central...Logistics & Handling
- Fleets deploying electric vans over longer daily routes, research showsFleets adopting electric vans are using them over longer daily routes, according to new research.Logistics & Handling
- ISTA Forum Europe will bring together global transport packaging leaders to focus on e-commerce, sustainability and moreThe International Safe Transit Association (ISTA) has announced programming for its annual ISTA Forum Europe, including TransPack and TempPack, which will be held 7-8 October at the Meliá Barcelona Sky Hotel in Barcelona, Spain.Logistics & Handling
Latest Maritime News
- Zim reroutes vessels from Türkiye amid new ban on Israel-linked ships August 25, 2025A regulatory filing by Zim on Monday confirmed that the Turkish government has banned Israel-affiliated vessels from calling at its... Related StoriesChina’s Hengli Heavy appoints 24-year-old heir as general manager amid rapid expansionDaily Briefing 25 August 2025Türkiye to refuse entry to Israeli-linked vesselsTomer Raanan
- China’s Hengli Heavy appoints 24-year-old heir as general manager amid rapid expansion August 25, 2025As of August, the shipbuilder ranked tenth worldwide by orderbook, with 114 vessels totaling 4.6m cgt, according to Clarksons Related StoriesZim reroutes vessels from Türkiye amid new ban on Israel-linked shipsDaily Briefing 25 August 2025Türkiye to refuse entry to Israeli-linked vesselsAngela Yu
- A wood-panelled world order in a silicon age August 22, 2025Shipping’s governance is not geared up for the fight it now finds itself in, but in fairness, it couldn’t have... Related StoriesChina’s Hengli Heavy appoints 24-year-old heir as general manager amid rapid expansionDaily Briefing 25 August 2025Türkiye to refuse entry to Israeli-linked vesselsLloyd’s List
- Sinking box rates and entrenched tariffs raise red flags on 2026 August 22, 2025Spot container rates are expected to be weak for the remainder of this year. That raises the question of how... Related StoriesCrude tanker shares hit 2025 highs as VLCC and suezmax rates riseSea of Japan latest spoofing spot for tankers moving Russian oilDozens of sanctioned tankers fly Comoros flag despite government saying they were deregisteredGreg Miller
- China and Saudi Arabia strengthen shipping ties with new service and dry port August 22, 2025Cosco Shipping and Saudi PSS partner on eastern dry port, boosting inland logistics and intermodal connectivity Related StoriesZim reroutes vessels from Türkiye amid new ban on Israel-linked shipsChina’s Hengli Heavy appoints 24-year-old heir as general manager amid rapid expansionDaily Briefing 25 August 2025Angela Yu
- OOIL sees best growth since pandemic, yet flags ‘anything is possible’ for rest of 2025 August 22, 2025But the Cosco subsidiary cautioned that excess capacity, weakening demand, tariff uncertainty and looming US port fees on Chinese lines... Related StoriesZim reroutes vessels from Türkiye amid new ban on Israel-linked shipsChina’s Hengli Heavy appoints 24-year-old heir as general manager amid rapid expansionDaily Briefing 25 August 2025Cichen Shen
Department of Transport News
- Transparency data: DfT: workforce management information, July 2025 August 25, 2025Reports on departmental staff numbers and costs.HM Government
- £3 national bus fare cap August 22, 2025A list of bus companies and bus routes included in the £3 bus fare cap scheme.HM Government
- All aboard for cheaper days out – the attractions you can reach with £3 buses August 22, 2025Families across the UK can continue to travel to dozens of popular destinations for no more than £3 for a single fare.HM Government
- Guidance: RTFO and SAF Mandate feedstock materials used for creating low carbon fuels August 22, 2025The accepted list of feedstock materials used for making renewable fuels under the Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation (RTFO) scheme and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Mandate.HM Government
- Guidance: Rail interoperability: current national technical rules August 21, 2025National technical rules (NTRs) supplement National Technical Specification Notices (NTSN) with network or country-specific requirements.HM Government
- Transparency data: DfT: prompt payment data 2024 to 2025 August 21, 2025How long DfT takes to pay invoices.HM Government
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Transport Manager Compliance Checklist (UK Law)
By following this checklist, a Transport Manager can help ensure that their operations are in compliance with UK law, thereby reducing the risk of legal issues and promoting safety and efficiency within their transport operations.
The Future of Sustainable Materials Handling: Green Solutions for Forklifts and Logistics Operations
Industries around the world are embracing greener practices to reduce their carbon footprint in an era of increasing environmental awareness and concern for sustainability.
How To Write a Transport Manager CV
How to write a Transport Manager CV which showcases your skills, highlights your achievements, and conveys your passion for the industry.