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DVSA Calls on Drivers to Shape the Future of Driver CPC
The DVSA has launched a new Driver CPC survey and wants drivers, operators and training providers to speak up about what’s working, and what isn’t. The survey opened 16 February 2026 and runs until 2 March 2026, giving the industry a brief window to influence real change.
End of the Road: ATS Euromaster to Wind Down UK Operations, Over 700 Jobs at Risk
n a move that marks the end of an era for a long-standing automotive service brand, ATS Euromaster has confirmed it will begin a structured wind-down of its United Kingdom business, ending decades of tyre retail and vehicle servicing across the country amid mounting financial pressures.
Caravan Haulier’s “Truly Astonishing” Dishonesty Leads to Licence Revocation in One of the UK’s Worst Compliance Cases
A static caravan transport operator has been stripped of its licences and its director disqualified indefinitely after what a Deputy Traffic Commissioner (DTC) described as “almost as bad as it gets” in terms of deception, obstruction, and compliance failures within the UK haulage sector.
National Highways CEO Nick Harris to Step Down
Nick Harris is to step down as Chief Executive of National Highways, ending five years at the helm of the government-owned company responsible for England’s motorways and major roads.
Government Unveils Ambitious Road Safety Strategy: Our Summary for UK Haulage
The government has published its first comprehensive Road Safety Strategy in over a decade, setting out a sweeping plan to cut deaths and serious injuries on UK roads by 65% by 2035. For the haulage sector, the strategy signals tighter regulations, new vehicle standards, and renewed enforcement, all of which could directly affect operators, drivers, and fleet managers.
A journey from apprentice to fully qualified paint sprayer
Keen to acquire a skilled trade, Harvey Swan, took a two-year apprenticeship with materials handling services company, Rushlift, and now enjoys a career as a fully qualified Level 3 Vehicle Damage Paint Technician. Here, Harvey answers some key questions, giving useful insights into taking an apprenticeship
Tracker innovation from Queclink to boost stolen vehicle recovery performance
Queclink Wireless Solutions, a global provider of IoT devices and hardware, is transforming Stolen Vehicle Recovery (SVR) with the launch of a sophisticated backup tracker that combats modern theft techniques and improves retrieval rates in high-risk environments. The GL51CG is a long standby, battery-powered telematics device that supports multilayer protection by providing an easily concealed and hard to detect secondary unit.
UK Haulage Faces Intensifying Operational Pressures in 2026
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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Shipping News
- IAG Cargo Appointed Ground Handling Agent for Qatar Airways at Dublin Airport February 24, 2026… processed through IAG Cargo’s Dublin facility IAG Cargo, the cargo division of … International Airport (DUB) to provide cargo handling services for Qatar Airways … handling for our customers in Ireland and beyond. We look forward …
- U.S. Sends 12 F-22 Raptors from UK Base to Middle East as Tensions with Iran Escalate February 24, 2026… departed RAF Lakenheath in the United Kingdom under tanker escort, heading … RAF Lakenheath in the United Kingdom on 24 February 2026 … -generation assets in the United Kingdom as an intermediate staging … while also acting as a cargo and personnel transport. The …
- UK hits shadow fleet and LNG trades in fresh Russia sanctions push February 24, 2026… ’s crude exports. The UK government said the move is … involved in moving cargoes. The UK said the latest actions are … sustain Russia’s aggression”. Beyond shipping and energy, the sanctions cover … s energy system, bringing total UK support since the start of …
- UK’s destroyer trains with French aircraft carrier Charles De Gaulle February 24, 2026Royal Navy destroyer HMS Dauntless spent seven days working with the French nuclear-powered aircraft carrier FS Charles de Gaulle. Credit: Royal Navy The Type 45 destroyer, along with a Wildcat helicopter from 815 NAS, took part in Operation Orion, working …
- UK targets ‘2Rivers’ shadow fleet network in Russia sanctions push February 24, 2026… 2010, significantly widen existing UK and EU sanctions targeting Coral … traders and shadow fleet shipping companies being used to … to-ship transfers. The UK also targeted Maritime Mutual … sanctions package on Tuesday, UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said …
- Britain turns the screw on Russia – Why your Spanish power bill might notice February 24, 2026… Szmutko / Shutterstock The UK has unveiled its biggest package … in Valencia and higher logistics costs in Seville. During … when major allies like the UK ratchet up pressure, Brussels … banking compliance, changes to shipping insurance, more scrutiny of …
Material Handling & Logistics
- DELIVER Middle East makes debut in Dubai, establishing a new platform for regional supply chain leadersDELIVER Middle East successfully concluded its inaugural edition on 21–22 January 2026, marking a major milestone in DELIVER’s global expansion and positioning Dubai as the region’s newest hub for senior retail, commerce and supply chain decision-makers.Logistics & Handling
- AD Ports Group joins Africa Ports Development’s (APD) 30-year concession for the new dry bulk terminal in Douala Port, CameroonAD Ports Group, the enabler of trade, logistics and industry solutions, has joined Africa Ports Development’s (APD) 30-year concession to design, build and operate a new dry bulk terminal at the Port of Douala in the Republic of Cameroon.Logistics & Handling
- DF Capital partners with The Fleet Auction Group to offer finance for buyersDF Capital, a specialist bank providing financial solutions that support manufacturers, dealers and distributors across the UK, has entered into a new partnership with The Fleet Auction Group and its sister company Protruck Auctions, giving vehicle dealers access to a simple and flexible way to fund stock purchases from the auctioneer’s sales.Logistics & Handling
- Why Agile Procurement Managers Are Prioritizing Stock Inventory Over Custom DesignsBy Lucy Cairns, freelance writer.Plastic caps with threaded designs have become part of some of the world's most widely used containers, including those that hold beverages, vitamins, condiments and more.Logistics & Handling
- Mobility Management: The Lynchpin for Efficient and Secure Operations in Complex Supply ChainsFrom enabling real-time tracking to defending against cyber threats, mobility management sits at the crossroads of operational success and security resilience in logistics.Logistics & Handling
- Unlocking opportunity with Log-hub Partners Program: New alliances with Levity and FincargoLog-hub has introduced its Supply Chain Agent, a new capability designed to change how logistics and supply chain professionals interact with advanced planning and analytics tools.Logistics & Handling
Latest Maritime News
- Hutchison ousted from Panama terminals as APMT and TIL take control February 24, 2026APM Terminals and MSC'S TIL have assumed respective control of Hutchison’s affiliated terminals in the ports of Balboa and Colón... Related StoriesHutchison ousted from Panama terminals as APMT takes controlDaily Briefing 24 February 2026New fronts opened in IMO CII warsLinton Nightingale
- Trump’s Supreme Court defeat could make future tariffs even worse February 24, 2026US President Donald Trump is not backing off from tariffs after his court loss. He is doubling down. Levies on... Related StoriesVenezuela’s shadow fleet sits idle after US interventionThe week in newbuildings: Ordering activity eases due to Lunar New Year slowdownUS tariff turmoil could see India taking more Russian crudeGreg Miller
- Strong freight markets stall ship recycling sales despite uptick in prices February 23, 2026Notable recent transactions included the damaged suezmax Vilamoura and a handysize bulk carrier, which was sold to Bangladesh for a... Related StoriesHutchison ousted from Panama terminals as APMT and TIL take controlHutchison ousted from Panama terminals as APMT takes controlDaily Briefing 24 February 2026Rob Willmington
- Shippers still can’t trust carrier emissions calculators, new analysis finds February 23, 2026Carrier CO2 calculators remain too inconsistent for meaningful comparison. Sea Intelligence finds that, 15 years after their introduction, emissions estimates... Related StoriesHutchison ousted from Panama terminals as APMT and TIL take controlHutchison ousted from Panama terminals as APMT takes controlDaily Briefing 24 February 2026Linton Nightingale
- The week in newbuildings: Ordering activity eases due to Lunar New Year slowdown February 23, 2026Despite the dip, significant orders were placed across multiple segments, highlighting continued long-term investment in fleet renewal and decarbonisation Related StoriesTrump’s Supreme Court defeat could make future tariffs even worseVenezuela’s shadow fleet sits idle after US interventionUS tariff turmoil could see India taking more Russian crudeRob Willmington
- The Week in Charts: Flag states rush to flush out fake registries | Sinokor’s tonnage grab to redefine tanker market dynamics | Red Sea dark transits at two-year high February 23, 2026Lloyd’s List’s weekly showing of the data and figures behind our news, analysis and markets coverage Related StoriesTrump’s Supreme Court defeat could make future tariffs even worseVenezuela’s shadow fleet sits idle after US interventionThe week in newbuildings: Ordering activity eases due to Lunar New Year slowdownLloyd’s List
Department of Transport News
- Update to forecasts of greenhouse gas emissions from aviation February 24, 2026The Secretary of State for Transport corrects a small error in departmental forecasts used to support government’s carbon budget and growth delivery plan.HM Government
- Decision: Proposed revocation of the A47 Wansford to Sutton Development Consent Order 2023 February 24, 2026The Secretary of State for Transport proposes to make an order to revoke the A47 Wansford to Sutton Development Consent Order 2023.HM Government
- Transparency data: Community rail partnerships and accreditation status February 24, 2026Community rail partnerships that have been granted, or are awaiting, accreditation in England and Wales.HM Government
- Statistics at DfT February 24, 2026Browse, search and learn about official statistics releases relating to the transport system across the United Kingdom.HM Government
- Official Statistics: Transport Statistics Geography Portal: February 2026 February 24, 2026Quarterly update to the website that presents existing published official statistics, by the Department for Transport, in a geographical format.HM Government
- Guidance: Threat image projection (TIP) library software February 23, 2026Threat image projection library approved for installation on UK aviation screening equipment.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.