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Trans Haul (Europe) files notice of intention to appoint administrators
Trans Haul (Europe) has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators, according to a Companies Court filing.
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IPP replaces CHEP as Simplehuman’s sole supplier
Pallet pooler IPP has won a supply chain contract with homewares brand Simplehuman, becoming its sole supplier for all UK pallet movements and replacing previous supplier CHEP.
Arcese upbeat over growth prospects
Logistics group Arcese UK said the outlook for 2026 was “buoyant” after strengthening its position in the market, and it remained optimistic over future growth prospects.
Dutch truck toll takes effect
The Netherlands has introduced a truck toll, with Dutch and foreign lorries subject to a pay-per-kilometre levy for using the country’s road network.
IPP replaces CHEP as Simplehuman’s sole supplier
Pallet pooler IPP has won a supply chain contract with homewares brand Simplehuman, becoming its sole supplier for all UK pallet movements and replacing previous supplier CHEP.
Arcese upbeat over growth prospects
Logistics group Arcese UK said the outlook for 2026 was “buoyant” after strengthening its position in the market, and it remained optimistic over future growth prospects.
Dutch truck toll takes effect
The Netherlands has introduced a truck toll, with Dutch and foreign lorries subject to a pay-per-kilometre levy for using the country’s road network.
Road to Logistics MD receives MBE for services to industry
Jennifer Swain, the MD at training and mentoring organisation Road to Logistics, has been awarded an MBE for her services to the industry.
Logistics UK presses government to cut Brexit trade friction after Brussels talks
Logistics UK has urged the government to accelerate efforts to reduce post-Brexit trade barriers following a series of meetings in Brussels with UK diplomats and European industry representatives.
Road tax on trucks cut to £1 from today
Tens of thousands of haulage firms will see their vehicle tax bills slashed to just £1 in a move aimed at keeping transport costs down, the government announced today (1 June).
Moto launches ultra-rapid charging hub for eHGVs and cars at Tamworth site
Motorway services operator Moto Hospitality has officially opened Moto Charge, its new proprietary ultra-rapid charging hub at its Tamworth site, featuring dedicated eHGV bays, up to 360kW ultra-rapid charging speeds, accessible bays and multiple payment options.
The Pallet Network transfers Teesside operation to NFS 360 Connect
The Pallet Network (TPN) has transferred responsibility for its collection and delivery operation in the Teesside region from its company-owned depot in Stockton-on-Tees to network member NFS 360 Connect.
IPP replaces CHEP as Simplehuman’s sole supplier
Arcese upbeat over growth prospects
Dutch truck toll takes effect
Road to Logistics MD receives MBE for services to industry
Logistics UK presses government to cut Brexit trade friction after Brussels talks
Road tax on trucks cut to £1 from today
Moto launches ultra-rapid charging hub for eHGVs and cars at Tamworth site
The Pallet Network transfers Teesside operation to NFS 360 Connect
Operator news
IPP replaces CHEP as Simplehuman’s sole supplier
Pallet pooler IPP has won a supply chain contract with homewares brand Simplehuman, becoming its sole supplier for all UK pallet movements and replacing previous supplier CHEP.
Arcese upbeat over growth prospects
Logistics group Arcese UK said the outlook for 2026 was “buoyant” after strengthening its position in the market, and it remained optimistic over future growth prospects.
Moto launches ultra-rapid charging hub for eHGVs and cars at Tamworth site
Motorway services operator Moto Hospitality has officially opened Moto Charge, its new proprietary ultra-rapid charging hub at its Tamworth site, featuring dedicated eHGV bays, up to 360kW ultra-rapid charging speeds, accessible bays and multiple payment options.
The Pallet Network transfers Teesside operation to NFS 360 Connect
The Pallet Network (TPN) has transferred responsibility for its collection and delivery operation in the Teesside region from its company-owned depot in Stockton-on-Tees to network member NFS 360 Connect.
Harrowden acquires George Davies Turf & Stone
Kettering-based turf grower and distributor Harrowden has acquired Buckinghamshire-based George Davies Turf & Stone (GDT) for an undisclosed sum.
Pall-Ex Logistics’ Watford Gap site awarded gold star accreditation
Third party logistics provider Pall-Ex Logistics has achieved the prestigious BRCGS ‘AA’ rating for Storage and Distribution at its flagship Watford Gap facility, marking the highest possible standard for supply chain safety and operational excellence.
Gregory sees profits hit by soaring truck costs, wage pressures and operational challenges
Gregory Trading Holdings has blamed rising fleet replacement costs, higher employment taxes and operational challenges across parts of its business after reporting a sharp fall in annual profits despite growing turnover.
Delsol appoints Darren Jones as group operations director
Delivery Solutions (Delsol) has appointed Darren Jones as group operations director, reinforcing the company’s commitment to developing talent from within.
GXO lands five year extension on Co-op transport contract
GXO Logistics has sealed a five-year contract extension with consumer co-operative Co-op which advances the supply chain partnership into its second decade.
Charles Lucy Transport (CLT) doubles tanker fleet after securing major European chocolate contract
Liverpool-based food-grade tanker specialist Charles Lucy Transport (CLT) has secured a major contract with one of Europe’s largest chocolate suppliers, prompting a rapid expansion that has seen the family-run operator double the size of its fleet in less than two years.
Administration watch
Trans Haul (Europe) files notice of intention to appoint administrators
Trans Haul (Europe) has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators, according to a Companies Court filing.
On The Rocks group ramps up acquisition drive with purchase of BMB Logistics
On the Rocks Group is expanding its reach into the logistics sector, just weeks after buying Martyn Barratt Transport out of administration, with the purchase of BMB Logistics, which called in the administrators earlier this month.
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.
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Industry news
Dutch truck toll takes effect
The Netherlands has introduced a truck toll, with Dutch and foreign lorries subject to a pay-per-kilometre levy for using the country’s road network.
Road to Logistics MD receives MBE for services to industry
Jennifer Swain, the MD at training and mentoring organisation Road to Logistics, has been awarded an MBE for her services to the industry.
Logistics UK presses government to cut Brexit trade friction after Brussels talks
Logistics UK has urged the government to accelerate efforts to reduce post-Brexit trade barriers following a series of meetings in Brussels with UK diplomats and European industry representatives.
Road tax on trucks cut to £1 from today
Tens of thousands of haulage firms will see their vehicle tax bills slashed to just £1 in a move aimed at keeping transport costs down, the government announced today (1 June).
90% of fleet managers say technology has made drivers safer, Microlise research reveals
Nine in 10 transport and logistics managers believe advances in fleet and driver management technology have helped drivers feel safer than they did five years ago, according to new research from Microlise.
“Devastating flaws” on UK and European trucks cause hundreds of road deaths a year, investigation reveals
Hundreds of road deaths each year are caused by the inadequate protection provided by rear impact guards on trucks and trailers, EuroNCAP has revealed this week.
Mind the logistics capability gap, Logistics UK warns
Labour shortages in the logistics sector have eased, but a growing capability gap now poses a significant risk to future productivity and growth, with employers facing increasing difficulty securing the technical, managerial and specialist skills required across a rapidly evolving sector.
Government offers businesses £3,000 of funding for each young person employed
Companies can apply for a £3,000 grant for each young person they recruit, under the government’s new Youth Jobs Grant which which aims to tackle youth unemployment.
MP Ruth Cadbury praises Generation Logistics as a route into a career in a “vital sector”
Generation Logistics, the careers awareness campaign designed to attract the next generation of talent into the sector, has been praised by Ruth Cadbury MP, chair of the Transport Select Committee, this week, as a means to provide an opportunity for employment for young people as well as those returning to ...
Steel tariff changes could put UK manufacturing supply chains under pressure, warns Tadweld
New steel import measures risk overlooking the wider manufacturing sector, with potential consequences for businesses that rely on fabricated steel products, UK steel fabrication specialist Tadweld is warning.
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
Logistics Skills Network, Fueler Consulting and ADR Network data challenge the two-year HGV insurance convention
LSN and Fueler Consulting have published analysis of nearly three-quarters of a million HGV driver shifts, exposing the two-year licence restriction as an unsubstantiated barrier — and calling for live vacancy data, insurance transparency and a sector-wide rethink on risk.
Your new TMS went live on Monday. By Friday the planners were back on spreadsheets
Technology has never been more capable of transforming road transport. Artificial intelligence is optimising routes, warehouse systems are becoming smarter, telematics can predict maintenance before vehicles break down and your TMS promises complete visibility. Yet talk to enough fleet operators and a familiar story emerges: the software works perfectly but ...
The changes ahead for Culina Group
CEO Liam McElroy reflects on 18 months of structural groundwork and reveals how the logistics group’s new unified strategy will simplify customer engagement, strengthen financial discipline and unlock the full potential of its end-to-end UK capability.
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.
Contracts
IPP replaces CHEP as Simplehuman’s sole supplier
Pallet pooler IPP has won a supply chain contract with homewares brand Simplehuman, becoming its sole supplier for all UK pallet movements and replacing previous supplier CHEP.
Best Food Logistics wins UK distribution contract with Slim Chickens
Best Food Logistics has been appointed as the UK supply chain partner for fast-growing restaurant brand Slim Chickens, adding another major hospitality customer to its portfolio.
Spoiler alert: AIT wins TV distribution deal
AIT has won a contract to deliver televisions up to 100 inches for Livewire Telecom after convincing the electronics business it could offer a premium rate service.
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.
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