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Pensions Regulator moves to recover over £3.4m shortfall in Tuffnells pension fund
A £3.4m hole in Tuffnells Parcels Express pension fund has prompted the Pensions Regulator to issue a warning notice to former owner Smiths News and several other parties connected to Tuffnells that they could be required to make up the shortfall.
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Pothole problems plumb new depths
The state of roads in the UK is worse than it was 12 months ago and pothole repairs are now crumbling as quickly as councils are fixing them, according to a survey of 1,000 drivers.
Lorry breakdown policy aims to speed up recovery times
Insurance provider Auto Legal Protection Services (Alps) has launched an HGV motor breakdown policy, providing nationwide rapid roadside assistance for vehicles over 7.5-tonnes.
Coroner concludes HGV driver death due to severe burns
The death of a lorry driver from severe burns while he was cooking on a gas cylinder in his cab has highlighted the dangers of using portable cooking devices in enclosed spaces.
Pothole problems plumb new depths
The state of roads in the UK is worse than it was 12 months ago and pothole repairs are now crumbling as quickly as councils are fixing them, according to a survey of 1,000 drivers.
Lorry breakdown policy aims to speed up recovery times
Insurance provider Auto Legal Protection Services (Alps) has launched an HGV motor breakdown policy, providing nationwide rapid roadside assistance for vehicles over 7.5-tonnes.
Coroner concludes HGV driver death due to severe burns
The death of a lorry driver from severe burns while he was cooking on a gas cylinder in his cab has highlighted the dangers of using portable cooking devices in enclosed spaces.
Evri boosts growth with thousands of ‘community courier’ jobs
Evri Group will deliver over 3,700 new workers with a focus on local courier roles, after data showed higher customer satisfaction towards those that did regular rounds and knew their towns well.
Tesco contract renewal for Stobart after top-shelf service
Stobart has secured a contract extension with Tesco and will continue providing dedicated secondary transport services across the supermarket’s Goole and Doncaster RDCs.
Pall-Ex CEO recognised as deputy lieutenant of Leicestershire
Pall-Ex boss Kevin Buchanan (pictured left above) has been recognised as a deputy lieutenant of Leicestershire, assisting the lord-lieutenant at civic engagements and supporting local community events.
RHA expects truck cartel claim outcome within 12 months
The RHA expects the long-running truck cartel compensation claim to reach a conclusion within the next 12 months, according to MD Richard Smith (pictured).
Warning over lack of sleep impact on road traffic accidents
With a month to go before the clocks go forward and we lose an hour’s sleep, transport workers have been urged to take their slumber seriously after a finding that more than 60% already get fewer than six hours a night.
Pothole problems plumb new depths
Lorry breakdown policy aims to speed up recovery times
Coroner concludes HGV driver death due to severe burns
Evri boosts growth with thousands of ‘community courier’ jobs
Tesco contract renewal for Stobart after top-shelf service
Pall-Ex CEO recognised as deputy lieutenant of Leicestershire
RHA expects truck cartel claim outcome within 12 months
Warning over lack of sleep impact on road traffic accidents
Operator news
Evri boosts growth with thousands of ‘community courier’ jobs
Evri Group will deliver over 3,700 new workers with a focus on local courier roles, after data showed higher customer satisfaction towards those that did regular rounds and knew their towns well.
Tesco contract renewal for Stobart after top-shelf service
Stobart has secured a contract extension with Tesco and will continue providing dedicated secondary transport services across the supermarket’s Goole and Doncaster RDCs.
Pall-Ex CEO recognised as deputy lieutenant of Leicestershire
Pall-Ex boss Kevin Buchanan (pictured left above) has been recognised as a deputy lieutenant of Leicestershire, assisting the lord-lieutenant at civic engagements and supporting local community events.
Cox Automotive buys Bruntingthorpe Logistics in growth drive
Cox Automotive has acquired its logistics partner Bruntingthorpe Logistics in a move aimed at strengthening operational stability and securing long term vehicle movement capacity, the company has revealed.
Gang that transported and distributed lorry loads of stolen goods jailed
A criminal gang, which ran a “professional and sophisticated” fraud scheme transporting lorry loads of stolen goods worth over £500,000, has finally been brought to justice after a long-running investigation.
Pensions Regulator moves to recover over £3.4m shortfall in Tuffnells pension fund
A £3.4m hole in Tuffnells Parcels Express pension fund has prompted the Pensions Regulator to issue a warning notice to former owner Smiths News and several other parties connected to Tuffnells that they could be required to make up the shortfall.
Freightlink celebrates 30th anniversary and thanks those making it a success
Freightlink has marked 30 years in business with a special celebratory truck and trailer, liveried with a bespoke anniversary design.
FedEx shines light on supply chain visibility
A report analysing supply chains has found that while most companies have achieved end-to-end shipment visibility, far fewer can turn that data into the actions required to stay competitive.
South Molton Transport’s financial struggles outlined in report
A Devon haulier’s collapse into administration has been blamed on spiralling fuel prices, high financing costs and loans, as well as a VAT error in its accounts that added £280,000 to its debts.
Wincanton e-commerce director becomes Palletline CEO
Carl Moore set to join Palletline as it enters its next phase of growth
Administration watch
South Molton Transport’s financial struggles outlined in report
A Devon haulier’s collapse into administration has been blamed on spiralling fuel prices, high financing costs and loans, as well as a VAT error in its accounts that added £280,000 to its debts.
HMRC attempting to wind up Scottish transport and storage firm
One of Glasgow’s leading removals and storage companies has had a petition to wind up operations served on it, putting at risk nearly 20 jobs.
Tenants vacating premises precipitated Circle’s pre-pack sale
Circle Express was on the verge of becoming profitable following a major restructure when two of its business tenants announced they were moving out, making operations unsustainable according to its administrator.
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Pothole problems plumb new depths
The state of roads in the UK is worse than it was 12 months ago and pothole repairs are now crumbling as quickly as councils are fixing them, according to a survey of 1,000 drivers.
Lorry breakdown policy aims to speed up recovery times
Insurance provider Auto Legal Protection Services (Alps) has launched an HGV motor breakdown policy, providing nationwide rapid roadside assistance for vehicles over 7.5-tonnes.
Coroner concludes HGV driver death due to severe burns
The death of a lorry driver from severe burns while he was cooking on a gas cylinder in his cab has highlighted the dangers of using portable cooking devices in enclosed spaces.
RHA expects truck cartel claim outcome within 12 months
The RHA expects the long-running truck cartel compensation claim to reach a conclusion within the next 12 months, according to MD Richard Smith (pictured).
Warning over lack of sleep impact on road traffic accidents
With a month to go before the clocks go forward and we lose an hour’s sleep, transport workers have been urged to take their slumber seriously after a finding that more than 60% already get fewer than six hours a night.
Surge in fatalities sees transportation and storage industry ranked third most deadliest sector
The transportation and storage sector was the third most fatal industry in 2025, recording 15 fatalities - a rise of 25% over the past five years, according to new research from workplace health and safery training consultancy Astutis.
Certas Energy acquires Watling Street truckstop
Fuel and lubricants provider Certas Energy has acquired the Watling Street truck stop in St Albans as part of a major network expansion, the company has announced today (23 February).
Volvo Trucks reaches milestone with over 10,000 gas-powered trucks sold globally
Volvo’s gas powered trucks delivered their best sales year ever in 2025, with UK demand leading the market, the manufacturer has revealed.
Trade groups call on EU to suspend 90/180 day rule to protect jobs and supply chains
Transport and logistics trade groups have joined forces to call on the European Commission (EC) to delay enforcement of new biometric border processes.
Interviews
“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.
“Cutting off the tail was the first step” — Angela Carus on leaving Boughey to reshape a local family firm
Seven months into her new role, the former Boughey MD explains why she left a major operator to take on the challenge of transforming Law Distribution
Opinion
Custody discipline: the low-cost fix for vehicle transport disputes
With HGV driver numbers down 1.9% and schedules running tight, operators face growing dispute risk. David Heeney explains why custody discipline—not just careful driving—is now a core commercial control.
The clock in the cab: Are we managing fatigue — or managing behaviour?
A transport operator with nearly 40 years’ experience argues the Working Time Directive may create behavioural pressure for HGV drivers without measurable safety gains beyond existing drivers’ hours regulations.
We’ll need more than derisory grants to electrify our 26-tonne-plus HGV fleet
For UK operators, the decision to transition from their existing internal combustion engine (ICE) fleets to electric alternatives is shrouded in uncertainty. A good example of this is the derisory £18m grant allocated to operators who are considering the procurement of electric trucks.
Europe’s used truck market has come of age - what it means for UK hauliers
As UK hauliers face rising costs, persistent driver shortages and new CO₂-linked road charges for European operations from 2026, 2025 marked a turning point in Europe’s used truck market — offering British fleets a clearer, more strategic path to renewal
Contracts
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.
Great Bear builds on relationship with Weetabix
Culina Group’s Great Bear has extended its transport contract with Weetabix for another three years.
DX and Rhenus strike up partnership for two-person home delivery services
DX has taken over Rhenus Logistics’ two-person home delivery services in the UK and Ireland after the two businesses formed a strategic partnership.
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