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Rushlift presents full-service offering at Royal Norfolk Show
Rushlift, the national full-service provider of materials handling equipment (MHE), will be exhibiting at the Royal Norfolk Show, 24th- 25th June 2026, the Norfolk Showground, Norwich (stand 403, Avenue 15) – one of the UK’s premier livestock and agricultural events.
SYSTRA celebrates five decades in Ireland and Cork office expansion
SYSTRA, the French-headquartered engineering consultancy with two offices in Ireland, has marked 50 years of supporting connectivity and growth in the country and the expansion of its Cork office.
Articulating warehouse cost reductions in five steps
Celebrating 50 years in existence, Narrow Aisle offers five key points on how the articulated forklift truck can make an essential contribution to reducing warehouse costs and increasing order picking efficiency.
Modul-System UK named approved Kia Conversion Partner
Named among the first approved Conversion Partners for Kia’s Platform Beyond Vehicle range, Modul-System UK is offering fleet operators something larger than racking: a single integrated fit-out relationship covering racking, electrical systems, telematics and compliance across the all-electric PV5 Cargo.
Middle East crisis: the battle to control packaging costs
Transit packaging material prices have been severely impacted by the conflict in the Middle East. But unlike other areas of business operation, there are clear ways of mitigating the risks and reducing costs. By Chris More, UK Sales Director at Packsize.
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.
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Material Handling & Logistics
- AD Ports Group acquires Corredor Logística e InfraestruturaAD Ports Group, the global enabler of trade, industry and logistics solutions, has acquired Corredor Logística e Infraestrutura (CLI), the Brazilian independent agri-bulk port terminal operator, entering the South American market with a strategically major expansion transaction.Logistics & Handling
- Veterans Into Logistics founder Darren Wright continues mission to transform veterans’ lives through employmentVeterans Into Logistics founder Darren Wright is continuing his mission to support military veterans into stable employment through careers in logistics, helping hundreds of former service personnel rebuild their lives through HGV training and long-term career opportunities.Logistics & Handling
- Britain’s net zero race splits by sector as logistics, transport and travel operators face pressure to cut carbonThe UK’s net zero transition risks becoming increasingly uneven, with some sectors making visible progress while others face a much harder delivery gap caused by ageing buildings, infrastructure constraints, high energy use, capex pressure and operational disruption, SaveMoneyCutCarbon, the UK integrated decarbonisation delivery platform, has warned.Logistics & Handling
- DS Smith's 'Closed-Type Tray for fresh fruit and vegetables' provides protection for transatlantic freightDS Smith, an International Paper company and global provider of fibre-based and sustainable packaging, is supplying a Closed-Type Tray solution for the transportation of kiwifruit and other fresh fruit and vegetable products to producers in the Greek marketplace.Logistics & Handling
- CHAMP’s Cargospot neo selected by Air Canada Cargo to power smarter, faster, and more customer‑centric operationsCHAMP Cargosystems’ Cargospot neo has been selected by Air Canada Cargo as measured by cargo capacity, as the core of its new cargo management system, spanning operations, commercial, and selected revenue accounting functions.Logistics & Handling
- Auto parts retailer experiences 600% increase in online orders following X-cart and ERP integrationCodeless Platforms has revealed that La Guaca Auto Parts, the Costa Rica auto parts retailer, has experienced 600% growth in online orders following the integration of its X-Cart eCommerce store and its proprietary ERP system.Logistics & Handling
Latest Maritime News
- Importers frontload now to avert higher fuel surcharges and tariff bills later June 5, 2026Peak season has begun early this year as importers seek to avoid potentially higher costs if they wait. The accelerated... Related Stories$300bn a year in NZF costs? Really?China-controlled vehicle carriers clear Gulf as European and Japanese ships remain confinedMiddle East port update: Friday, June 5Greg Miller
- Hormuz crisis is a ‘make or break’ moment for shipmanager relationships with crew and owners, says InterManager chief June 5, 2026The Strait of Hormuz turmoil marks a critical juncture for shipmanagers, says Sebastian von Hardenberg, exposing the fragility of crew... Related StoriesHormuz crisis exposes critical weaknesses in autonomous shipping, warns ClassNK chiefMays Brown set to triple lawyer headcount after Gallagher Bassett dealLinton Nightingale
- Middle East port update: Friday, June 5 June 5, 2026Kuwait’s airspace is open and currently Terminals 4 and 5 are operating, but Terminal 1 is closed Related StoriesAtlantic aframax and US Gulf MR rates bounce off the bottom after correctionUS sanctions and blockade drive Iran’s LPG fleet deeper into the shadowsTrump’s Cuba sanctions ramp up fines three times overLloyd’s List
- Zhonggu Logistics seeks $443m convertible bond for boxship expansion June 5, 2026Zhonggu’s expansion targets the growing demand for regional services driven by the Middle East crisis and foreign cargo flows diverted... Related StoriesOfac continues Iranian LPG crackdown with fresh sanctionsRussia challenges ship insurance rules as pressure on shadow fleet intensifiesTarrant steps into top job at Shipowners’ ClubPeter Guo
- The Daily View: The grey zone June 5, 2026Related StoriesThe Daily View: In the Strait of Hormuz, shipping is now choosing between bad and worseThe Daily View: Why NZF may be tough to killThe Daily View: Steering towards troubleRichard Meade
- Middle East port update: Thursday, June 4 June 4, 2026In UAE, Ras al Khaimah ports remain open and are operating normally. RAK Ports Group will implement a Marine Risk... Related StoriesAtlantic aframax and US Gulf MR rates bounce off the bottom after correctionUS sanctions and blockade drive Iran’s LPG fleet deeper into the shadowsTrump’s Cuba sanctions ramp up fines three times overLloyd’s List
Department of Transport News
- Research: Exploring Smart Data opportunities in the transport sector June 5, 2026Qualitative research results on transport Smart Data use cases in England.HM Government
- Guidance: Apply for grant funding to transport freight by rail and water June 5, 2026Explains how to access funding to transport freight by rail and water, rather than by road, and provides details of grants awarded.HM Government
- Guidance: Liquid explosive detection systems (LEDS) for aviation security June 5, 2026Liquid explosive detection systems approved by Department for Transport for use in aviation security.HM Government
- Thousands of seafarers across the Channel set for better pay and protections under new government proposals June 4, 2026The new laws will extend and strengthen seafarer protections beyond UK territorial waters.HM Government
- Strengthening seafarer protections on UK-France routes June 4, 2026Seeks view on proposals for regulation of payment and safe working practices for seafarers in and beyond UK waters.HM Government
- Guidance: The Seafarers' Charter June 4, 2026The Seafarers' Charter is a voluntary agreement of standards for seafarers between the UK government and maritime operators.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.