Double Whammy Award Nominations for RECLAMET
Kent’s largest vehicle recycling business RECLAMET has been shortlisted by Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce for ‘Sustainability and Decarbonisation Business of the Year Award 2024’. This comes soon after being shortlisted for five National Vehicle Recycling Awards 2024 run by ATF Professional Magazine.
SYSTRA secures place on United Utilities framework to support river quality
Engineering company will bring expertise in nature-based solutions to the North West’s water and wastewater company
Isn’t it time you started riding the wave?
New thinking in online fulfilment order picking that combines long established warehouse ‘wave’ picking techniques with state-of-the-art sorting robots is delivering eye-catching improvements in picking rates, says Frazer Watson, Global Vice President of Rainbow Dynamics
Brenda Shanahan Joins ZeroMission As Director Of Sales Europe
ZeroMission, the leading provider of commercial EV fleet management software, has appointed Brenda Shanahan as Director of Sales Europe. In her new position, she will be responsible for commercial growth in the region and creating a high-performing sales team to support the company’s ongoing expansion in the UK, Ireland and mainland Europe.
Pricing and politics pose packaging problems
Rising ecommerce packaging costs and the European Union’s new Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulations (P&PWR) require careful consideration – and UK businesses need to be aware. By Jo Bradley, Business Development Manager at Sparck Technologies
Schenk Announces Strategic Acquisition of Suttons Tankers Ltd UK
Schenk Tanktransport, one of the leading tank transport companies in North-West Europe, announces the acquisition of Suttons Tankers Ltd., a renowned tank transport company from the UK. With this strategic acquisition, the company expands its European coverage and strengthens its service offering.
Toyota’s new Fleet Management Centre will provide modern and sustainable workshop, storage and office space
Toyota Material Handling UK (TMHUK) has announced that work is set to begin on the construction of a new purpose-designed Fleet Management Centre to support its growing UK Rental and Used equipment business.
Rushlift opens Centre of Excellence for training at Northampton HQ
Rushlift, the national full-service provider of materials handling equipment (MHE), has opened a Centre of Excellence for training forklift truck maintenance engineers and drivers at its Northampton HQ. The investment provides state-of-the-art facilities, alongside highly skilled trainers, allowing Rushlift to open-up its training capabilities to businesses across the country.
Other Industry News
Shipping News
- British World War II film classic with Oscar-winning stars is leaving BBC iPlayer soon November 20, 2024… you know there was another British World War II film about … most popular film at the British box office of 1958 after … France and at MGM’s British Studios, the cast included real … difficult to make from a logistics point of view. Yet it …
- The UK has called Putin’s bluff. Now we wait November 20, 2024… cruise missile (Photo: Reuters)Britain has attacked Russia. A bit … country. The missiles, Franco-British weapons with some American technology … Russia. And now the UK has unleashed Storm Shadow, … against Russian air and logistics bases beyond its border …
- Ukraine reportedly fires UK Storm Shadow missiles into Russia for the first time November 20, 2024… CC BY-SA 3.0]Britain’s Labour government, like Ukraine … 6. Neither the UK nor Ukraine can use British Storm Shadow cruise … and Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines” as “a direct … minister Luke Pollard visited a British training site for Ukrainian troops …
- Shipping company on 'strategic decisions' after Felixstowe port announcement November 20, 2024… port next February. The shipping giant is the second … in the world, behind Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), which also … of Felixstowe) In the shipping industry, companies often share … importing/exporting cargo to/from UK. "This strategic …
- Gangs targeting lorries at rest stops to steal high-value cargo November 20, 2024… to “deliberately target” road freight. Investigators said that gangs … of HGV and cargo crime in the UK, with at least … are struggling to tackle freight crime, according to Securing … A Government spokesperson said: “Freight crime can have significant impacts …
- Ukraine Launches British Storm Shadow Missiles on Russian Targets for First Time, Reports Say November 20, 2024… forces have reportedly used British-made Storm Shadow missiles … attack was confirmed by British government sources to The … target a Russian military logistics center near Karachev, about … . support. Countries like the United Kingdom, Germany, and France are …
Material Handling & Logistics
- HS2 reaches halfway point on key ‘green tunnel’Work to build HS2’s 700-metre-long Burton Green Tunnel in Warwickshire has reached the halfway mark, with new images and video footage showcasing the latest progress.Logistics & Handling
- XPO Logistics and Tour de France renew historic partnership for additional six yearsXPO, provider of sustainable end-to-end logistics solutions across Europe and the Tour de France cycling competition, has renewed its historic partnership.Logistics & Handling
- IAG Cargo opens up more opportunities with launch of 2025 Graduate ProgrammeIAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG), has announced it has opened its Graduate Programme for applications for 2025 intake.Logistics & Handling
- Nokia acquires Rapid technology and R&D unit to strengthen development of network API solutions and ecosystemNokia has acquired Rapid’s technology assets, including what is claimed to be the world’s largest API hub used by thousands of active developers globally, and its skilled research and development unit.Logistics & Handling
- Atlantic Crossing: A comparative European 3PL market analysisArmstrong & Associates, Inc. (A&A) is an international Third-Party Logistics (3PL) market information and consulting firm. Its mission is to have leading proprietary supply chain knowledge and market research not available anywhere else.Logistics & Handling
- Navigating the future of transport: Emerging regulations and sustainabilityBy Rogier Laan, VP of Sales & Marketing at TIP Group.The transport sector is in the middle of a big shake-up, with new regulations popping up, aimed at making our roads safer and our operations greener. As these changes come our way, it's important for all of us in the industry to really understand what […]Logistics & Handling
Latest Maritime News
- Zim books billion-dollar quarter as spot rates soar November 20, 2024Israeli carrier Zim reported its best quarter since the pandemic boom, posting $1.2bn in profits. Earnings were driven by ongoing... Related StoriesUS port strike timing could collide with Trump presidential transitionIs shipping clinging to the past in upholding of global order?Red Sea traffic one year on: down but not outGreg Miller
- CMA CGM blames ultra-large containerships as culprit for global port congestion November 20, 2024Linerlytica analyst pointed out ship upsizing has occurred for years and attributed recent severe Southeast Asia port jams more on... Related StoriesUnwinding timetable for Russia’s dark fleet uncertain even as market seen as ‘saturated’Star Bulk lifts profits in wake of Eagle mergerPort of Los Angeles and UCLA sign sustainability agreementCichen Shen
- Book small and early ahead of trade disruption, shippers told November 20, 2024Shippers should book small lots three to four weeks ahead to guard against capacity tightening, possible future port strikes and... Related StoriesUnwinding timetable for Russia’s dark fleet uncertain even as market seen as ‘saturated’CMA CGM blames ultra-large containerships as culprit for global port congestionStar Bulk lifts profits in wake of Eagle mergerDeclan Bush
- US port strike timing could collide with Trump presidential transition November 19, 2024Dockworkers at US east and Gulf coast ports could go on strike again on January 16, five days before Donald... Related StoriesZim books billion-dollar quarter as spot rates soarIs shipping clinging to the past in upholding of global order?Red Sea traffic one year on: down but not outGreg Miller
- Red Sea traffic one year on: down but not out November 19, 2024Country affiliation, sector, dark transits; we present all the numbers to understand the fleet sailing the beleaguered shipping lane Related StoriesZim books billion-dollar quarter as spot rates soarUS port strike timing could collide with Trump presidential transitionIs shipping clinging to the past in upholding of global order?Bridget Diakun
- Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd drop Felixstowe from new Gemini network November 19, 2024The new Gemini Cooperation will not call at England’s biggest container port, citing need for reliability, reach and speed Related StoriesUnwinding timetable for Russia’s dark fleet uncertain even as market seen as ‘saturated’CMA CGM blames ultra-large containerships as culprit for global port congestionStar Bulk lifts profits in wake of Eagle mergerLloyd’s List
Department of Transport News
- Guidance: Calculate your concessionary bus travel reimbursement November 20, 2024How local authorities can calculate reimbursement to bus operators that carry concessionary passholders.HM Government
- Guidance: How to reimburse bus operators for concessionary travel November 20, 2024How local authorities can calculate reimbursement to bus operators that carry concessionary passholders.HM Government
- Guidance: Electric vehicle charging device statistics information November 20, 2024Guide to electric vehicle charging device statistics, source documents, accompanying notes, definitions and supporting technical documents.HM Government
- Official Statistics: Electric vehicle charging device grant scheme statistics: October 2024 November 20, 2024Electric vehicle charging statistics on the number of electric vehicle charging devices funded through grant schemes in the UK.HM Government
- News story: THINK! partners with Heineken to promote drink driving awareness campaign ahead of Christmas November 20, 2024New THINK! campaign encourages drivers to opt for 0% drinks if driving at Christmas.HM Government
- Statutory guidance: Republic of Belarus sanctions: guidance November 19, 2024Guidance on the Republic of Belarus (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019HM Government
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