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Hauliers slam government policies as more transport firms collapse
Transport firms are calling for action following the closure of two more family-run hauliers hit by rising fuel costs, regulatory demands, driver shortages and a stuttering economy.
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“Unprecedented growth” sees Pall-Ex invest £8m in two new South West hubs
Pall-Ex Group has invested £8m in launching two new logistics hubs in the South West of England, after achieving “unprecedented growth” in the region.
Motor industry truck fleets down 7.8% since July
Motor industry logistics fleets are shrinking as operators adapt to rapid change driven by the shift away from fossil fuels towards electric and hybrid vehicles.
HGV driver market still broken despite reform efforts
A joint industry report reveals the UK HGV driver market remains structurally flawed, with insurance barriers and poor data visibility preventing newly qualified drivers from entering the workforce—even as demand shows early signs of recovery.
“Unprecedented growth” sees Pall-Ex invest £8m in two new South West hubs
Pall-Ex Group has invested £8m in launching two new logistics hubs in the South West of England, after achieving “unprecedented growth” in the region.
Motor industry truck fleets down 7.8% since July
Motor industry logistics fleets are shrinking as operators adapt to rapid change driven by the shift away from fossil fuels towards electric and hybrid vehicles.
Iceland Food’s star delivery drivers rewarded with thousands of pounds in prizes
Iceland Foods has launched a rewards programme which has seen its delivery drivers win over £34,000 in prizes for driving more safely, saving fuel and providing excellent customer service.
CEVA secures contract renewal with Ocado Retail
Third-party logistics provider CEVA Logistics has renewed its contract with Ocado Retail, which will see CEVA continue to operate as a national consolidation centre for the online supermarket retailer.
Hauliers slam government policies as more transport firms collapse
Transport firms are calling for action following the closure of two more family-run hauliers hit by rising fuel costs, regulatory demands, driver shortages and a stuttering economy.
Meachers lands ten year extension with Carnival UK to support P&O Cruises
Meachers Global Logistics has secured a ten-year contract renewal with cruise company Carnival UK to support P&O Cruises, extending a partnership of more than 25 years.
UK Truck & Plant bought by Wheels in Motion in pre-pack sale
UK Truck and Plant, which specialised in truck repairs and body builds, has been sold to motor repair firm Wheels in Motion, after calling in the administrators earlier this month, following the loss of a major contract.
Truck and van drivers offered training to help save lives following road collisions
National Highways has launched a free training course for truck and van drivers who may find themselves among the first on the scene following a road traffic collision.
“Unprecedented growth” sees Pall-Ex invest £8m in two new South West hubs
Motor industry truck fleets down 7.8% since July
Iceland Food’s star delivery drivers rewarded with thousands of pounds in prizes
CEVA secures contract renewal with Ocado Retail
Hauliers slam government policies as more transport firms collapse
Meachers lands ten year extension with Carnival UK to support P&O Cruises
UK Truck & Plant bought by Wheels in Motion in pre-pack sale
Truck and van drivers offered training to help save lives following road collisions
Operator news
“Unprecedented growth” sees Pall-Ex invest £8m in two new South West hubs
Pall-Ex Group has invested £8m in launching two new logistics hubs in the South West of England, after achieving “unprecedented growth” in the region.
Motor industry truck fleets down 7.8% since July
Motor industry logistics fleets are shrinking as operators adapt to rapid change driven by the shift away from fossil fuels towards electric and hybrid vehicles.
Iceland Food’s star delivery drivers rewarded with thousands of pounds in prizes
Iceland Foods has launched a rewards programme which has seen its delivery drivers win over £34,000 in prizes for driving more safely, saving fuel and providing excellent customer service.
CEVA secures contract renewal with Ocado Retail
Third-party logistics provider CEVA Logistics has renewed its contract with Ocado Retail, which will see CEVA continue to operate as a national consolidation centre for the online supermarket retailer.
Hauliers slam government policies as more transport firms collapse
Transport firms are calling for action following the closure of two more family-run hauliers hit by rising fuel costs, regulatory demands, driver shortages and a stuttering economy.
Meachers lands ten year extension with Carnival UK to support P&O Cruises
Meachers Global Logistics has secured a ten-year contract renewal with cruise company Carnival UK to support P&O Cruises, extending a partnership of more than 25 years.
UK Truck & Plant bought by Wheels in Motion in pre-pack sale
UK Truck and Plant, which specialised in truck repairs and body builds, has been sold to motor repair firm Wheels in Motion, after calling in the administrators earlier this month, following the loss of a major contract.
HSE warns operators to ensure workyard safety after waste management worker crushed by excavator
A Hampshire waste management company has been prosecuted by the HSE after a man had both legs amputated when he was crushed by a 15-tonne excavator operating in the same workyard.
Logistics operator AmWorld boosts UK reach with acquisition of courier Crossflight
White glove logistics specialist AmWorld Group has expanded its UK transport and fulfilment capability with the acquisition of Berkshire-based carrier Crossflight.
County Durham haulier expands partnership with Pallet-Track to drive growth
A family-run logistics business in County Durham is accelerating its growth plans after expanding its partnership with Pallet-Track and widening its delivery footprint.
Administration watch
UK Truck & Plant bought by Wheels in Motion in pre-pack sale
UK Truck and Plant, which specialised in truck repairs and body builds, has been sold to motor repair firm Wheels in Motion, after calling in the administrators earlier this month, following the loss of a major contract.
North Yorkshire heavy haulier GCS Johnson closes its doors after 57 years
North Yorkshire heavy haulage firm GCS Johnson has closed its doors after 57 years of trading.
Brewdog collapse leaves Aberdeenshire haulier ARR Craib owed almost £1.6m
Three hauliers have been left counting the cost of doing business with Scottish multinational brewery and pub chain Brewdog, which accrued more than £500m of debts before calling in the administrators in March this year.
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Truck and van drivers offered training to help save lives following road collisions
National Highways has launched a free training course for truck and van drivers who may find themselves among the first on the scene following a road traffic collision.
Logistics UK: women’s workwear is not “wokewear”
Over two-thirds (70%) of women in operational roles have been forced to use ill-fitting workwear, according to research by workwear supplier Blåkläde.
Just 10 weeks to go until start of smart tacho rules for vans
Fleet operators are being reminded that vans undertaking international journeys for hire and reward work must have tachographs fitted from July.
Steel tariffs set to hike vehicle costs, manufacturers warn
A decision to double tariffs on steel imports and halve quotas within weeks will severely disrupt manufacturers’ supply chains and “decimate” vehicle orders, according to trailer builders.
Research finds delivery promises not up to speed
Retailers competing on ever-faster delivery times are routinely over promising and under delivering, according to new analysis.
Logistics UK demands government help for sector as Iran war inflation risk looms
Logistics UK is urging government to provide a package of support for the country’s logistics sector to avoid rising costs caused by the Middle East conflict from having a knock-on impact on the UK’s economy.
Lorry driver’s death to be probed in inquiry
An investigation into the death of a lorry driver who was crushed while working at a museum in Glasgow will start next month.
2026 is AI’s breakthrough year, survey finds
A large majority of fleet and logistics professionals believe 2026 is the year AI begins to fundamentally transform transport management, research has found.
Webinar advice to navigate Gulf disruption
Free webinars to help operators chart a course through the choppy waters caused by the Middle East conflict have been organised by Logistics UK.
Transport Secretary’s car towed away after striking ‘Moon crater’ pothole
The country’s pothole epidemic has taken a new victim, this time the person promising to tackle the crisis and invest in the nation’s creaking infrastructure: the government’s Transport Secretary.
Interviews
From vans to trucks: the Dash Express journey
Paul Dash has helped grow Dash Express from a small South West van firm into a multi-depot logistics operation with a turnover topping £25m. Partnerships with APC Overnight and, more recently, Palletways have expanded the business into parcels, pallets and heavy trucks, while keeping the company’s hands-on, family-led approach.
“This changes everything” - megawatt charging for long-haul passes the test
Kempower used its MCS Live Winter Days event in Norrköping, Sweden for megawatt testing of Volvo, MAN and Scania trucks. The results show heavy-duty electric HGVs are ready for real-world operations
“Fleets won’t switch until TCO and profit stack up — here’s how to make it work”
New Voltempo chief executive Simon Smith admits HGV fleets are holding off on electrification because high energy costs, standing charges, and underused infrastructure are eroding margins. But could smarter depot charging and energy management finally make electric trucks commercially viable?
Harris MAXUS expands technician training to tackle skills shortage
The Dublin-based importer has invested significantly in its training academy to meet rising demand from over 90 UK dealers, delivering structured programmes from system technician to master technician level with particular focus on electric vehicle safety and diagnostics.
Martin Willmor’s vision for DHL Supply Chain: strategy, challenges and growth targets
Returning to DHL at a pivotal moment, new UK&I CEO Martin Willmor lays out a focused five-point strategy - spanning growth sectors, transport reform, major startups and property investment - to steer the business confidently through a shifting economy
John Lewis cutting emissions today and in the future with the best technology available
The John Lewis Partnership’s fleet manager has cut transport emissions in half since 2018 by switching 500 trucks to bioCNG and trialling electric vehicles, achieving a major milestone by purchasing the company’s final diesel vehicle this year.
Hydrogen a viable option in a future multi-fuel zero carbon landscape
The HydraB group is targeting hydrogen pricing of £8/kg to 9/kg to achieve total cost of ownership parity with diesel equivalents, as CEO Harry Bowcott explains how an integrated approach across vehicle manufacturing, fuel production and infrastructure can simplify hydrogen adoption for fleet operators.
Malcolm Logistics looks for customer support for next steps on sustainability journey
Malcolm Logistics picked up the Haulier of the Year Award at the 2025 Motor Transport Awards, the second time the company has collected this coveted award.
Opinion
HGV driver market still broken despite reform efforts
A joint industry report reveals the UK HGV driver market remains structurally flawed, with insurance barriers and poor data visibility preventing newly qualified drivers from entering the workforce—even as demand shows early signs of recovery.
AI search reshapes online visibility beyond SEO budgets
AI-powered search is disrupting two decades of SEO dominance, allowing specialist operators with genuine expertise to compete for visibility against national competitors—regardless of marketing budget. But businesses that fail to adapt may lose enquiries without knowing why.
RHA demands fuel duty rebate for commercial vehicle operators
The Road Haulage Association is demanding urgent government intervention with an Essential User Rebate scheme for commercial vehicles, as operators struggle with fuel costs that have risen over 40% due to global events.
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Trade without borders – why drivers need a Schengen exemption
€505 billion. That’s the value of UK–EU goods trade – goods moved across borders by road freight.
Contracts
Primeline Group crunches ten-year deal with Tayto Snacks
Primeline Group has signed a multi-million euro warehousing and distribution agreement with Tayto Snacks, building on a long-standing partnership between the two companies.
Meachers and Ferryspeed’s partnership sails on
Meachers Global Logistics has extended its partnership with Ferryspeed with a new three-year contract.
XPO flies high with Uniload Aviation deal
XPO has been chosen by unit load devices management provider Unilode to be its global logistics partner.
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Shipping giant MSC moves Turners work in-house
Shipping giant MSC is moving all work previously contracted to Turners Group firms Macintyre Transport and Goldstar to Maritime Transport, the company it acquired 18 months ago.
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