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northstarr launches as tech-led parent of Pallet-Track
A newly formed, tech-led logistics group, northstarr, has been launched as the parent company of pallet network operator Pallet-Track, in a move aimed at reshaping how transport, warehousing and supply chain services are delivered.
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Fox Group buys concrete supplier Moore Readymix and surfacing specialist DSD Construction
Construction materials distributor Fox Group is ramping up its acquisition campaign with the purchase of concrete supplier Moore Readymix and surfacing specialist DSD Construction.
Van market returns to growth boosted by rising EV sales, latest SMMT data reveals
The new light commercial vehicle (LCV) market rose by 6.8% in April with 21,716 vans, pickups and 4x4s joining UK roads, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Harris Group restructures management team as part of major growth drive
Harris Group is undergoing a management shake-up with chief executive Denise Harris taking on the role of executive chairperson, while group managing director Brian Patterson will become the group’s new CEO.
Fox Group buys concrete supplier Moore Readymix and surfacing specialist DSD Construction
Construction materials distributor Fox Group is ramping up its acquisition campaign with the purchase of concrete supplier Moore Readymix and surfacing specialist DSD Construction.
Harris Group restructures management team as part of major growth drive
Harris Group is undergoing a management shake-up with chief executive Denise Harris taking on the role of executive chairperson, while group managing director Brian Patterson will become the group’s new CEO.
northstarr launches as tech-led parent of Pallet-Track
A newly formed, tech-led logistics group, northstarr, has been launched as the parent company of pallet network operator Pallet-Track, in a move aimed at reshaping how transport, warehousing and supply chain services are delivered.
Willmotts Transport launches Chippenham depot
Warehousing and distribution specialist Willmotts Transport has opened a new 65,000 sq ft warehouse and operating depot in Chippenham - its eight warehouse to open in the South West region.
Brian Yeardley Continental sees turnover leap in first full year after MBO
Brian Yeardley Continental returned to growth in 2025 thanks to its post-management buyout strategy of investing in people, equipment and sales activity, delivering gains across both its general cargo and live events operations.
Innovation boosts engineer safety on fuel tankers
Watson Fuels and manufacturer Cobo have developed an award-winning solution to keep engineers working at height on fuel tankers safe.
Creating a buzz, or droning on? Industry cautious as Amazon takes to the sky
Amazon’s launch of drone deliveries in Darlington has received a cool response from the industry and provided an “answer to a question no-one is asking”.
Met Police defend decision to shelve CV Unit
The closure of the Metropolitan Police’s commercial vehicle unit and the launch of a new operating model will reduce the number of people killed on the capital’s roads, the force insisted.
Fox Group buys concrete supplier Moore Readymix and surfacing specialist DSD Construction
Harris Group restructures management team as part of major growth drive
northstarr launches as tech-led parent of Pallet-Track
Willmotts Transport launches Chippenham depot
Brian Yeardley Continental sees turnover leap in first full year after MBO
Innovation boosts engineer safety on fuel tankers
Creating a buzz, or droning on? Industry cautious as Amazon takes to the sky
Met Police defend decision to shelve CV Unit
Operator news
Fox Group buys concrete supplier Moore Readymix and surfacing specialist DSD Construction
Construction materials distributor Fox Group is ramping up its acquisition campaign with the purchase of concrete supplier Moore Readymix and surfacing specialist DSD Construction.
Harris Group restructures management team as part of major growth drive
Harris Group is undergoing a management shake-up with chief executive Denise Harris taking on the role of executive chairperson, while group managing director Brian Patterson will become the group’s new CEO.
northstarr launches as tech-led parent of Pallet-Track
A newly formed, tech-led logistics group, northstarr, has been launched as the parent company of pallet network operator Pallet-Track, in a move aimed at reshaping how transport, warehousing and supply chain services are delivered.
Willmotts Transport launches Chippenham depot
Warehousing and distribution specialist Willmotts Transport has opened a new 65,000 sq ft warehouse and operating depot in Chippenham - its eight warehouse to open in the South West region.
Brian Yeardley Continental sees turnover leap in first full year after MBO
Brian Yeardley Continental returned to growth in 2025 thanks to its post-management buyout strategy of investing in people, equipment and sales activity, delivering gains across both its general cargo and live events operations.
Creating a buzz, or droning on? Industry cautious as Amazon takes to the sky
Amazon’s launch of drone deliveries in Darlington has received a cool response from the industry and provided an “answer to a question no-one is asking”.
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.
New sales manager appointment at Palletways Edinburgh
Palletways Edinburgh has recruited Andrew Grant from DX Freight to be its new sales manager.
Fraikin renews 333 vehicle fleet management deal with NHS Blood and Transplant division
Fraikin and NHS Blood and Transplant have strengthened their decades‑long partnership with a renewed fleet management agreement.
Geodis to open pharmaceutical warehouse near Manchester airport
French transport and logistics giant Geodis is opening a temperature-controlled GDP-compliant pharmaceutical warehouse close to Manchester airport, which will support both inventory management and cross-docking operations.
Administration watch
Pre-pack sale secures future of Hazchem haulier John K Philips
Warrington-based haulier John K Philips has been bought in a pre-pack sale by its directors, just one week after calling in the administrators, in a move that has saved jobs and protected smaller creditors.
Warrington-based Eagle One Delivery falls into administration
Warrington-based logistics company Eagle One Delivery has called in the administrators, joining a growing list of logistics companies filing insolvency notices this month.
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.
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Innovation boosts engineer safety on fuel tankers
Watson Fuels and manufacturer Cobo have developed an award-winning solution to keep engineers working at height on fuel tankers safe.
Creating a buzz, or droning on? Industry cautious as Amazon takes to the sky
Amazon’s launch of drone deliveries in Darlington has received a cool response from the industry and provided an “answer to a question no-one is asking”.
Met Police defend decision to shelve CV Unit
The closure of the Metropolitan Police’s commercial vehicle unit and the launch of a new operating model will reduce the number of people killed on the capital’s roads, the force insisted.
Industry apprenticeship starts at five-year high
HGV apprenticeship starts are at the highest level since the pandemic, with an increasing number of older learners seeking out the training route according to the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI).
Fleet vehicle downtime hits lowest levels in 2026
Fleet downtime has fallen to its lowest level since before the pandemic, data from tech firm epyx revealed.
Industry’s talent pool could narrow unless diversity is embraced
Research into how women and ethnic minorities perceive careers within haulage and zero tailpipe emission trucks found stereotypes still dominate, with many imagining the sector as dirty, physical and male-dominated.
Graduate’s rapid rise highlights logistics industry opportunities, says Generation Logistics
The logistics sector is offering strong earning potential and rapid career progression for new entrants, according to Generation Logistics, which is showcasing success stories to attract fresh talent into the industry.
Over 40% of transport and retail firms plan May price hikes as costs surge, ONS data reveals
More than 40% of UK transport and storage firms are planning to increase prices in May, according to the latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), as rising costs continue to ripple through supply chains.
Contract rates climb as fuel costs drive divergence in European road freight market
Contract rates in the European road freight sector continued to rise in the first quarter of 2026, whilst spot prices softened, highlighting a growing divergence between the two markets.
Fuel cost pressures mount as operators struggle to pass on increases, warns RHA
The assumption that rising fuel costs can simply be passed on to customers is not reflected in reality, according to the latest research from the RHA.
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
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.
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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