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The year of the pallet shuttle at LogiMAT and MODEX
Beth Marshall, Movu Sales Director for the UK looks at the take-aways from the big intralogistics shows in Europe and US.
GCS Johnson Closes After 57 Years in UK Haulage
North Yorkshire-based heavy haulage firm GCS Johnson has closed after more than five decades in business, ending 57 years of specialist transport operations.
What Really Happens During a DVSA Audit?
If you work in transport or run an operator licence, the words “DVSA audit” can make your stomach drop a bit. It’s one of those things everyone’s heard about, but not everyone really understands until they’ve been through it.
NIRA Dynamics and HAAS Alert Partner to Deliver Road Condition Warnings to Connected Vehicles
Swedish road surface condition data leader joins forces with V2X digital alerting pioneer to address weather-related road safety concerns.
New Managing Director appointed at DAF Trucks UK & Ireland
DAF Trucks UK & Ireland has announced a senior leadership change with the appointment of Nigel Beckett as its new Managing Director.
Brigade Electronics calls for safety-led implementation of GSR 2 in UK legislation
Brigade Electronics, a global leader in commercial vehicle safety solutions, is urging the UK Government to ensure that any implementation of General Safety Regulation 2 (GSR 2) strengthens – not compromises – the UK’s position as a world leader in vehicle safety standards and protects UK industry. Currently, the European GSR 2 rules mandate additional safety features for new vehicles sold within the EU, as well as in NI under the Windsor Framework.
Clearview Intelligence scoops two awards at the Milton Keynes Business Achievement Awards 2026
Clearview Intelligence has been recognised with two major awards at the Milton Keynes Business Achievement Awards (MKBAA) 2026 celebrating the company's leadership in transport technology innovation.
Packsize’s X6 ‘right-size’ boxing system wins SITL Innovation Award
Packsize, the market leader in sustainable, on-demand packaging, has won the ‘Intralogistics Category’ at this year’s prestigious SITL Innovation Awards with its advanced X6 fully-automated, right-size packaging machine.
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Shipping News
- IRGC's decades-long efforts to prove British military unfit for modern warfare April 30, 2026… unprepared” for conflict, a former UK security minister has … we’ve built.” The former British army officer, who served … .” Navy in decline Britain’s Royal Navy looked … Britain and its allies are attempting to assemble a force to protecting shipping …
- Do You Have News to Share? Get It Published. April 30, 2026With EIN Presswire press release distribution services you will reach decision makers and journalists plus get valuable SEO benefits.
- UK urged to take 'immediate action' on 'unlawful interception' of Gaza-bound flotilla April 30, 2026… April 2026 A group of British parliamentarians urged Foreign … protections." Noting that British nationals are among those … at risk, they said the UK has an unequivocal duty to … unlawful interference with civilian shipping in international waters. They …
- Decoding the Smart Food Logistics Market: Competitive Positioning of Top Companies April 30, 2026… 2026–2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 30, 2026 … characterized by the presence of global logistics providers, cold chain specialists, … January 2026, Gulfood launched the gulfood logistics platform, a dedicated initiative focused on …
- East Midlands Airport sees strong rebound in cargo volumes April 30, 2026… Airport has reported its strongest freight performance since the pandemic. The airport … 413,664 tonnes of freight in the 2025/26 … than a third of total UK air cargo growth over the period. After … reached 448,000 tonnes, freight levels had eased but …
- Irish artisan chocolate brand Grá Chocolates announces UK debut April 30, 2026… phenomenal success in Ireland, where collections regularly … 50 distinct lines, shipping worldwide. The brand has … the craft. UK Launch: a natural next step The UK launch … British audiences to Grá Chocolates’ distinctive blend of artisan technique, Irish …
Material Handling & Logistics
- The second edition of UKPackaging Expo set to unfold in LiverpoolThe second edition of UKPackaging Expo is set to unfold on 10 and 11 November 2026 at the Convention Centre at KingsDock, Liverpool.Logistics & Handling
- TT Club offers members war risks on land cover in the Middle EastTT Club, the global transport and logistics insurer, has confirmed its marine war risks buyback cover for Members’ containers in the Gulf, which can now be extended to include war risks on land.Logistics & Handling
- Knowles Logistics expands fleet with new DAF fuel efficient vehiclesRoad haulage and third-party logistics (3PL) provider, Knowles Logistics, has strengthened its fleet with the addition of a new electric rigid truck and six new tractor units as part of its ongoing investment in operational efficiency and its long-term journey towards net zero logistics.Logistics & Handling
- CTP secures long-term 46,000 sqm lease extension with mail order company Walz in Bad Waldsee, GermanyCTP – developer, owner and manager of industrial and logistics properties by gross lettable area (GLA) – has signed a long-term 15-year lease extension with mail order company Walz GmbH for its approximately 46,000 sqm facility location at CTPark Bad Waldsee in the Ravensburg district of southern Germany.Logistics & Handling
- Automating Package Intake: How Smart Rooms Are Streamlining Delivery for Carriers and BuildingsAccording to Verified Market Reports, the global last-mile e-commerce delivery market has grown to $103.92 billion, driven by retail e-commerce sales reaching $3.6 trillion worldwide in 2025.Logistics & Handling
- The role of PC based control and open architecture in incremental intralogistics upgradesMark Richards, UK sales manager at Beckhoff Automation UK, considers how intralogistics operations can scale in phases, rather than rebuilding everything from scratch.Anyone who has tried to renovate a kitchen knows the challenge of improving something essential without completely losing the ability to use it.Logistics & Handling
Latest Maritime News
- IMO carbon price talks risk repeating history April 30, 2026IMO politics on the Net-Zero Framework appear unchanged on the big questions, as debate shifts to how much of its... Related StoriesLloyd’s exposure to Hormuz crisis has potential to be on par with 1990s asbestos crunchEuroseas adds four more newbuilds to feeder orderbookMiddle East port update: Thursday, April 30Declan Bush
- Euroseas adds four more newbuilds to feeder orderbook April 30, 2026Latest quartet includes two optional vessels with high reefer capacity exercised at Huanghai Shipbuilding Related StoriesIMO carbon price talks risk repeating historyLloyd’s exposure to Hormuz crisis has potential to be on par with 1990s asbestos crunchMiddle East port update: Thursday, April 30Nigel Lowry
- Cosco announces $2.2bn order for 12 LNG-fuelled boxships April 30, 2026Cosco Shipping Holding’s new order underscores a strategy to navigate disruptions in the global supply chain by actively upgrading its... Related StoriesIMO carbon price talks risk repeating historyLloyd’s exposure to Hormuz crisis has potential to be on par with 1990s asbestos crunchEuroseas adds four more newbuilds to feeder orderbookPeter Guo
- India unveils $5.4bn national fleet expansion amid rising Hormuz risks April 30, 2026Facing mounting pressure from the Hormuz crisis, India is fast‑tracking a multibillion dollar programme to expand its national fleet with... Related StoriesIMO carbon price talks risk repeating historyLloyd’s exposure to Hormuz crisis has potential to be on par with 1990s asbestos crunchEuroseas adds four more newbuilds to feeder orderbookMatthew Rajendra
- Middle East port update: Thursday, April 30 April 30, 2026Vessel movements in Bahrain have resumed. However, operations remain limited due to the current situation. BAPCO operations remain suspended Related StoriesCosco announces $2.2bn order for 12 LNG-fuelled boxshipsCosco unveils $2.2bn order for 12 LNG-fuelled boxshipsIndia unveils $5.4bn national fleet expansion amid rising Hormuz risksLloyd’s List
- Somali piracy resurgence remains a coastal threat, for now April 29, 2026A surge of attacks off northern Somalia — including three hijackings in a week — shows that isolated incidents have... Related StoriesIMO carbon price talks risk repeating historyLloyd’s exposure to Hormuz crisis has potential to be on par with 1990s asbestos crunchEuroseas adds four more newbuilds to feeder orderbookRichard Meade
Department of Transport News
- Official Statistics: Transport and environment statistics: 2025 April 30, 2026Environmental impacts of transport, including greenhouse gases and air pollutants emitted from different transport modes for the United Kingdom.HM Government
- Accredited official statistics: Vehicle speed compliance statistics for Great Britain: 2026 April 30, 2026Vehicle speed compliance statistics on free-flowing roads in Great Britain.HM Government
- Accredited official statistics: Provisional road traffic estimates, Great Britain: April 2026 to March 2027 April 30, 2026Provisional estimates for road traffic in Great Britain for the year ending March 2027, by vehicle type and road class.HM Government
- Official Statistics: Transport Statistics Geography Portal: June 2027 April 30, 2026Quarterly update to the website that presents existing published official statistics, by the Department for Transport, in a geographical format.HM Government
- Accredited official statistics: Travel time measures for the Strategic Road Network and local ‘A’ roads: April 2026 to March 2027 April 30, 2026Congestion on the Strategic Road Network (motorways and ‘A’ roads managed by Highways England), and on locally managed ‘A’ roads for April 2026 to March 2027.HM Government
- Accredited official statistics: Quarterly bus fares statistics: January to March 2027 April 30, 2026Local bus fares statistics in Great Britain for January to March 2027.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.