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25
Mar
SYSTRA relocates in Glasgow signalling strong growth across the UK
Global sustainable transport and infrastructure business SYSTRA has relocated its Glasgow office as part of its long-term commitment to Scotland and in response to strong growth across the UK.Â
25
Mar
New Appointment: Standby UK – Andrew Buxton – Sales & Marketing Manager
Standby UK are extremely pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Buxton (MAFP) as their Sales & Marketing Manager for the UK & Ireland. Andrew has over 30 years’ experience in the Emergency Service industry, mostly servicing the industry with global OE’s Mercedes-Benz and the BMW Group with some time with spent at two vehicle role-converters.
25
Mar
Automated pallet transport as a service is made accessible with Swarm Automation Go, Toyota Material Handling Europe’s easy, risk-free AGV solution
Automated pallet transport as a service is made accessible with Swarm Automation Go, Toyota Material Handling Europe’s easy, risk-free AGV solution.Â
14
Mar
Surecam teams up with enterprise flex-e-rent for vehicle repair & maintenance conference
SureCam will be showcasing the latest advancements in video-enabled fleet technology at Enterprise Flex-E-Rent’s Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Conference 2025. The video telematics specialist has teamed up with Enterprise to support the annual event, which is attended by more than 150 fleet industry professionals that are responsible for supporting over 60,000 commercial vehicles within the UK.
13
Mar
Ctrack targets telematics growth as Inseego rebrand is completed
Ctrack has completed the rebrand of Inseego’s international telematics business, which it acquired at the end of last year as part of a strategy to expand in key global markets. The company will now look to accelerate growth within the UK, underpinned by the rollout of its AI-enhanced fleet software platform, Crystal.
13
Mar
Rightsize commerical EV fleet infrastructure or increase transition costs by up to a third warns ZeroMission
Commercial fleets risk increasing capital expenditure by up to a third when transitioning to zero emission road transport by oversizing their electric vehicle infrastructure. This was the opinion of Kevin Christopher, Head of Product at ZeroMission, speaking at a recent EV webinar, who claimed that concerns around vehicle range and charging availability are pushing organisations to commit to excessive levels of battery and fuelling redundancy.
13
Mar
Unmatched design and cutting-edge performance with the new Toyota Traigo48 electric forklift range
Toyota Material Handling Europe is delighted to introduce its new Toyota Traigo48 range of electric counterbalanced forklifts, offering superior performance, unmatched design, and a comprehensive set of features that set a new standard for material handling. With 3 and 4-wheel models available in various sizes, the Traigo48 range is tailored to meet the needs of customers requiring versatility and productivity in applications such as loading, unloading, stacking, and horizontal transport.Â
07
Mar
Derry Bros launches regime 42 service in Europe to streamline EU customs clearance
Derry Bros, the leading customs clearance specialist, has further enhanced its service offering in mainland Europe by taking advantage of EU customs procedure, Regime 42. The company will now be able to assist customers, initially in Belgium and France, with streamlining customs clearance and VAT management for imported goods from the UK.
Other Industry News
Shipping News
- British couple found dead in Wellington’s Roseneath looking to settle in NZ, neighbour says April 2, 2025She said the woman had been a teacher, but was unsure if she had found work in New Zealand yet. “My understanding is they’d finally ... packed up their lives in London, and all their stuff was in a shipping container, and they were kind of looking to move …
- France admits it can do more to stop small boats - and that it could start taking migrants BACK from Britain April 2, 2025… a £500million deterrence boost from UK taxpayers. There are calls the … boats should travel across busy shipping lanes until the are picked … Britain. 'When Britain were not keen, the French simply escorted them into British …
- UK’s plastic bag levy leaving loopholes for online retailers, MPs warned April 2, 2025… to action to the UK Government, imploring Ministers to … billion plastic bags directly to UK-based shoppers last year. … . Zalando’s director of logistics, sustainability and packaging David … and paper). Related news: UK Government promises new Circular Economy …
- CMA CGM acquires Air Belgium’s cargo division in strategic move April 2, 2025… shipping and logistics company CMA CGM has acquired Air Belgium’s cargo … a joint venture between the UK’s Air One International and … 2023, shifting its focus to cargo and ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, … Meanwhile, CMA CGM Air Cargo, the air cargo division of CMA CGM …
- British couple found dead in Wellington's Roseneath looking to settle in NZ, neighbour says April 2, 2025… : RNZ / Samuel Rillstone The British couple found dead at a … were in their fifties, were British and had been boarding there … their stuff was in a shipping container, and they were kind …
- ABB Robotics UK Open Day to Show How Businesses Can Outrun with ABB Solutions April 1, 2025… across industries in the UK and Ireland. "With over … UK & Ireland. “Our Open Day will highlight how UK and Irish … robots (AMRs) and automated logistics handling. It will also cover … automotive to electronics and logistics–to outperform by becoming …
Material Handling & Logistics
- Can AI-powered logistics tech transform the FMCG supply chain?By Philipp Pfister, Sector Vice President, Transporeon.The FMCG industry has faced significant challenges in recent years, from rising operational costs to stricter sustainability regulations and changing consumer expectations. Leading retailers and FMCG companies have responded by finding and implementing innovative solutions to address these challenges.Logistics & Handling
- XPO Logistics expands its ExpressNow service across EuropeXPO Logistics, provider of sustainable end-to-end logistics solutions across Europe, has expanded ExpressNow across Europe.Logistics & Handling
- Podfather launches Haulier Management System at CV Show 2025Podfather will be launching a Haulier Management System at the Commercial Vehicle Show. Called Podswap, the system enables and manages the sharing of transport jobs between owner-operated and third-party fleets.Logistics & Handling
- Manufacturing & Logistics IT - March 2025 editionThis issue features a Special Technology Report looking in depth at the latest developments in the world of Supply Chain Management solutions.Also included is a ‘Cover Story’: The Capgemini Institute’s report ‘Developing sustainable Gen AI’, shows that Gen AI has a significant and growing negative environmental impact.Logistics & Handling
- Easyfairs UK launches Easyfairs Packaging CouncilEasyfairs UK has formed the Easyfairs Packaging Council (EPC), a strategic advisory board that will play a key role in shaping the future of two of the packaging industry's most significant events: London Packaging Week and Packaging Innovations & Empack.Logistics & Handling
- Speedy Freight scores 85 for speedy freightExceeding the industry and national averages, logistics solutions specialist Speedy Freight has received a Net Promoter Score of 85.Logistics & Handling
Latest Maritime News
- New K Line president maps out vision to navigate heightened risks April 2, 2025New K Line President Igarashi pledged strategic growth in an increasingly uncertain world by leaning into the shipping giant's strengths...      Related StoriesDaily Briefing 2 April 2025Green freight buyers’ club needs the IMO’s helpWeak newbuilding activity behind green fuels’ slow start to 2025ÂCichen Shen
- ‘Thermonuclear’ port fee-tariff combo: Shipping ‘disaster’ or will rates go ‘ballistic’? April 1, 2025Shipping forecasts are having a ‘chaos theory’ moment. Trump tariffs and US port fees imply a volatile mix of positives...      Related StoriesExplainer: The options on the table at MEPC83The week in charts: Trump’s tariffs add to vehicle carrier woes | Baltic and Arctic are newest AIS interference hotspots | Just 15 LOFs signed last yearIranian […]Greg Miller
- Green freight buyers’ club needs the IMO’s help April 1, 2025Group of freight buyers, including Amazon and Ikea, says countries must agree on adequate financial rewards for e-fuels, a lifecycle...      Related StoriesNew K Line president maps out vision to navigate heightened risksDaily Briefing 2 April 2025Weak newbuilding activity behind green fuels’ slow start to 2025ÂDeclan Bush
- Terminal control will give Gemini flexibility, says APMT April 1, 2025The Gemini Cooperation has promised schedule reliability of more than 90% and early indications using Sea Intelligence data are good      Related StoriesNew K Line president maps out vision to navigate heightened risksDaily Briefing 2 April 2025Green freight buyers’ club needs the IMO’s helpÂJoshua Minchin
- Don’t make me do it: Beijing turns up pressure on CK Hutchison’s port deal April 1, 2025Beijing is pressuring CK Hutchison to reconsider its $22.8bn global port sale, signalling strategic concerns and potentially steering the deal...      Related StoriesThe Daily View: Giving up isn’t negotiatingBridge or break: IMO must deliver on decisive climate regulationsThe Daily View: Roll on ‘liberation day’ÂCichen Shen
- Feeders still dominate boxship charter market as tonnage supply stays limited April 1, 2025CMA CGM has been the most active in arranging new fixtures or extending existing charters      Related StoriesNew K Line president maps out vision to navigate heightened risksDaily Briefing 2 April 2025Green freight buyers’ club needs the IMO’s helpÂRob Willmington
Department of Transport News
- Correspondence: Priorities for the CAA within the uncrewed aerial system (UAS) sector April 1, 2025Government's expectations for how the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) will prioritise work within the uncrewed aerial system (UAS) sector.HM Government
- Guidance: Assessing eligibility for concessionary bus travel April 1, 2025Guidance for local authorities in England on how to assess the eligibility of disabled people for concessionary bus travel.HM Government
- Guidance: Complying with seafarer wage requirements March 31, 2025Instruction, for operators and harbour authorities, on complying with seafarer wage regulations.HM Government
- How to use the HGV levy service March 31, 2025Information about how to pay the HGV levy for non-UK HGVs.HM Government
- Run international bus or coach services and tours March 31, 2025What UK bus and coach operators need to do to provide services, tours, holidays and trips into the EU and other countries.HM Government
- Over £20 million to help drones and flying taxis take to UK skies March 31, 2025We want the UK to have an advanced aviation ecosystem where everyone can benefit from new technology while tackling emissions.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.