02 Feb
Compliance, Distribution, Drivers, eCommerce, Employees, Europe, Freight, Future, Haulage, Insights, International, Logistics, News, Transport, Transport Manager Resources, Warehousing

UK Haulage Faces Intensifying Operational Pressures in 2026

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UK haulage operators are entering 2026 under sustained operational pressure, as driver shortages, rising costs, and volatile market conditions continue to test the sector’s resilience. Despite stabilisation in some areas since the immediate post-pandemic period, many hauliers report that underlying structural challenges remain unresolved, and in some cases are worsening.
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29 Jan
Haulage, International, Press Release, Transport

Derry Bros attracts record numbers of freight customers seeking customs support

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Derry Bros achieved strong growth in 2025 with record numbers of hauliers, freight forwarders and logistics operators needing customs support for the movement of goods between the UK, Ireland and mainland Europe. The company attracted 300 new customers during the past 12 months, resulting in more than 110,000 processed customs declarations. In particular, the volume of GB-NI declarations jumped by 47% as shippers sought smoother trade across the Irish Sea.
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29 Jan
Press Release, Transport

Postrack launches battery-powered tracking solution with integrated temperature monitoring for cold chain logistics

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Postrack, the European asset tracking specialist, has launched a smart temperature monitoring solution to help cold chain operators reduce costs, improve load safety and achieve high levels of operational compliance. The integrated tool is combined with battery-powered GPS tracking to deliver real-time visibility and complete control over sensitive shipments.
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29 Jan
Technology, Transport

SureCam launches 360° dashcam solution to enhance fleet visibility, safety and compliance

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SureCam, the video telematics and fleet safety technology specialist, has launched a next-generation, multi-view dashcam solution to deliver combined 360° visibility and AI-powered insights for commercial fleets. SureCam Vantage will provide up to six synchronised views around the vehicle to help meet regulatory requirements and reduce on-road risk.
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16 Jan
Alternate Fuels, Distribution, Electric Vehicles, Haulage, Logistics, Manufacturing, News, Office of Road & Rail, Technology, Transport, Warehousing

Electric HGVs: Are UK Hauliers Ready for the Transition?

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The shift towards electric heavy goods vehicles is gathering pace across the UK, driven by the UK government's net-zero targets and shifting commercial priorities; however, major challenges remain before the haulage sector can fully adopt zero-emission freight.
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16 Jan
Drivers, Technology

Queclink launches low-cost commercial fleet telematics hardware solution

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Queclink Wireless Solutions, a global provider of IoT devices and hardware, has introduced a range of entry-level vehicle tracking devices to meet the growing demand for low-cost, high-volume commercial fleet telematics deployments. The GV30 Series combines compact size and powerful features, making it an ideal solution for a wide range of monitoring applications including van and truck tracking, stolen vehicle recovery (SVR) and logistics management.
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