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Stobart ends dispute with Unite after signing Morrison’s driver deal
Around 500 HGV drivers working for Eddie Stobart on its Morrison’s contract have ended their strike threat after the company agreed to reduce its reliance on temporary workers, according to Unite.
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Ten years on from Brexit, the focus must be on what comes next
A decade on, the glut of comment pieces marking the Brexit referendum tells you two things. The decision we made has had serious consequences. And even now, much remains unresolved.
Powerday adds first electric Volvo FM Low Entry hookloaders to fleet
Waste and recycling company Powerday has added two electric Volvo FM Low Entry 8x4 hookloaders to its fleet, becoming the first UK operator to deploy the model with hookloader bodywork.
Eight ways fleet operators can transform fleet performance
Rising fuel costs, driver shortages and sustainability demands are increasing pressure on fleet operators. Transport optimisation software can help delivery businesses improve efficiency, cut costs and reduce the impact of disruption on last-mile operations.
Ten years on from Brexit, the focus must be on what comes next
A decade on, the glut of comment pieces marking the Brexit referendum tells you two things. The decision we made has had serious consequences. And even now, much remains unresolved.
Powerday adds first electric Volvo FM Low Entry hookloaders to fleet
Waste and recycling company Powerday has added two electric Volvo FM Low Entry 8x4 hookloaders to its fleet, becoming the first UK operator to deploy the model with hookloader bodywork.
Eight ways fleet operators can transform fleet performance
Rising fuel costs, driver shortages and sustainability demands are increasing pressure on fleet operators. Transport optimisation software can help delivery businesses improve efficiency, cut costs and reduce the impact of disruption on last-mile operations.
Logistics UK launches driver eyesight screening partnership with EyeLab
Logistics UK has partnered with EyeLab to provide members with access to discounted online eyesight screening for commercial vehicle drivers.
MAN slashes site greenhouse gas emissions by almost 70%
MAN Truck & Bus has cut greenhouse gas emissions at its sites by 67.9%, bringing it close to meeting its goal of reducing site-related emissions by 70% by 2030, compared to 2019 levels.
Geodis expands partnership with Lagardère Travel Retail at Heathrow Airport
French logistics giant Geodis is expanding its partnership with Lagardère Travel Retail by taking over the logistics operations for new stores located at London Heathrow Airport in the UK and Auckland Airport in New Zealand.
Royal Logistic Corps Institution and CILT (UK) sign memorandum
The Royal Logistic Corps Institution and the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) have signed a memorandum of understanding, pledging their shared commitment to professional development across the logistics, transport and supply chain sectors.
Government stats underestimate size of UK warehousing sector, new research reveals
New research for the UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) has found that 760,000 people work in warehousing in the UK, over 70% more than official figures have suggested.
Ten years on from Brexit, the focus must be on what comes next
Powerday adds first electric Volvo FM Low Entry hookloaders to fleet
Eight ways fleet operators can transform fleet performance
Logistics UK launches driver eyesight screening partnership with EyeLab
MAN slashes site greenhouse gas emissions by almost 70%
Geodis expands partnership with Lagardère Travel Retail at Heathrow Airport
Royal Logistic Corps Institution and CILT (UK) sign memorandum
Government stats underestimate size of UK warehousing sector, new research reveals
Operator news
Powerday adds first electric Volvo FM Low Entry hookloaders to fleet
Waste and recycling company Powerday has added two electric Volvo FM Low Entry 8x4 hookloaders to its fleet, becoming the first UK operator to deploy the model with hookloader bodywork.
Eight ways fleet operators can transform fleet performance
Rising fuel costs, driver shortages and sustainability demands are increasing pressure on fleet operators. Transport optimisation software can help delivery businesses improve efficiency, cut costs and reduce the impact of disruption on last-mile operations.
Geodis expands partnership with Lagardère Travel Retail at Heathrow Airport
French logistics giant Geodis is expanding its partnership with Lagardère Travel Retail by taking over the logistics operations for new stores located at London Heathrow Airport in the UK and Auckland Airport in New Zealand.
Diamond Logistics expands network with new Cambridge partner
Diamond Logistics has expanded its network in East Anglia with the launch of a new operation in Cambridge.
DHL Supply Chain to launch healthcare hub at Infinity Park Derby
DHL Supply Chain is set to launch a new, multi-user healthcare facility at Infinity Park Derby by the end of this year.
Palletline boosts operating profit as volumes grow
Palletline saw a strong start to 2026, with network volumes increasing by 10% in the first quarter, the pallet network has revealed, as it announced its latest annual results this week.
Evri pay proposal rejected by majority of drivers
Evri said it was “surprised” that the GMB had recommended drivers reject a pay deal it developed with the union following discussions, amid threats of industrial action.
Eight-figure funding helps Europa expand
Europa Worldwide Group has secured an eight-figure funding package from HSBC to support expansion in its Road, Air and Sea, Warehouse and Frictionless Trade divisions.
Stobart ends dispute with Unite after signing Morrison’s driver deal
Around 500 HGV drivers working for Eddie Stobart on its Morrison’s contract have ended their strike threat after the company agreed to reduce its reliance on temporary workers, according to Unite.
Cross happy with delivery management software
Cross Haulage in Scotland said invoices were being paid up to 75% faster after it implemented logistics software to improve efficiency and cut down on paperwork.
Administration watch
St Albans plant rental company ceased trading following financial troubles
The administrator for heavy vehicle rental business Gradewell Plant & Haulage confirmed that the business had closed down and all staff made redundant after more than 20 years of trading.
Heavy vehicle rental firm collapses into administration
St Albans and Iver-based plant and vehicle rental firm Gradewell Plant & Haulage has entered administration after HM Revenue & Customs served a winding-up petition on it.
Workington’s J R Dixon ceases trading
North West haulier J R Dixon is in liquidation, with an estimated total deficiency of more than £339,000.
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Logistics UK launches driver eyesight screening partnership with EyeLab
Logistics UK has partnered with EyeLab to provide members with access to discounted online eyesight screening for commercial vehicle drivers.
MAN slashes site greenhouse gas emissions by almost 70%
MAN Truck & Bus has cut greenhouse gas emissions at its sites by 67.9%, bringing it close to meeting its goal of reducing site-related emissions by 70% by 2030, compared to 2019 levels.
Royal Logistic Corps Institution and CILT (UK) sign memorandum
The Royal Logistic Corps Institution and the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) have signed a memorandum of understanding, pledging their shared commitment to professional development across the logistics, transport and supply chain sectors.
Government stats underestimate size of UK warehousing sector, new research reveals
New research for the UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) has found that 760,000 people work in warehousing in the UK, over 70% more than official figures have suggested.
Evri pay proposal rejected by majority of drivers
Evri said it was “surprised” that the GMB had recommended drivers reject a pay deal it developed with the union following discussions, amid threats of industrial action.
DVLA coughing up over medical driving licence delays
The DVLA has forked out almost £25,000 in compensation since January last year due to delays in processing medical driving licence applications, according to figures published in Parliament.
CTS appoints new hire manager
Municipal vehicle hire company CTS Hire has promoted Tina Nutley to hire manager as the business responds to growing demand.
St Albans plant rental company ceased trading following financial troubles
The administrator for heavy vehicle rental business Gradewell Plant & Haulage confirmed that the business had closed down and all staff made redundant after more than 20 years of trading.
Entries close this Friday for Motor Transport Decarbonisation Power Players 2026
Entries for the Motor Transport Decarbonisation Power Players 2026 close this Friday (19 June), with the initiative recognising individuals making a tangible impact in cutting carbon across road transport.
Public backs greater use of robots in warehouses, study finds
The UK public is more comfortable with robots working in warehouses and factories than in hospitals, schools or care settings, according to new research from technology company Hexagon.
Interviews
‘There’s no blank chequebook’ - DX sets out post-buyout strategy
Now under private ownership, DX chief executive Ian Truesdale is pursuing disciplined growth, focusing on integration, efficiency and selective investment. Tim Wallace reports
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.
Opinion
Ten years on from Brexit, the focus must be on what comes next
A decade on, the glut of comment pieces marking the Brexit referendum tells you two things. The decision we made has had serious consequences. And even now, much remains unresolved.
Eight ways fleet operators can transform fleet performance
Rising fuel costs, driver shortages and sustainability demands are increasing pressure on fleet operators. Transport optimisation software can help delivery businesses improve efficiency, cut costs and reduce the impact of disruption on last-mile operations.
The 30% efficiency debt: Can precision planning close the gap for Britain’s 1.58%-margin hauliers?
UK hauliers have long been battling a perfect storm of challenges, from an ageing driver workforce and inefficient road networks to persistently rising fuel and non-fuel costs, most recently exacerbated by the conflict in the Middle East. Now, the sector faces an additional and increasingly pressing issue: razor-thin profit margins.
3PLs can be supply chain heroes – if relationships are right
For many manufacturers and retailers, the past few years have changed what they expect from their logistics partners. Cost will always matter, but as supply chains come under sustained pressure from geopolitical instability, labour shortages, rising operating costs, climate risk and changing customer expectations, third-party logistics providers (3PLs) are increasingly ...
Contracts
Unipart wins seven-year BMW Group contract
Unipart has been awarded a seven-year contract by BMW Group to provide production logistics services within the final assembly at the Mini plant in Cowley, Oxfordshire.
Pall-Ex Group signs brand agreement with Italian Pallet Network
Pall-Ex said it had secured the continued development of its brand in Italy after signing a 20-year license and partnership deal with Italian Pallet Network, the firm that manages Pall-Ex Italia.
Sweet deal for IPP with Swizzels contract extension
Pallet pooler IPP has renewed its contract with sweet firm Swizzels, taking the long-standing partnership to over 17 years.
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.
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