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Wincanton drives towards net zero emissions

Wincanton drives towards net zero emissions

Jun 04, 2025Comments off

Leading supply chain partner for UK business Wincanton today announces the first arrivals of 24 new electric-powered trucks scheduled to join its logistics fleet this

Logistics critical to success of government's industrial strategy

Logistics sector is unsung hero of the econ...

Jun 04, 2025Comments off

The UK logistics sector generates £170 billion for the UK economy, employs over 8% of the nation’s workforce and is a key enabler in the

Guide to the HGV changes in drivers' hours rules

Guide to the HGV changes in drivers’ ...

Jun 02, 2025Comments off

As of 21 April 2025, new regulations have reshaped the drivers’ hours rules for Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) operators in the UK, particularly for those

Vehicle production - Ellesmere Port

UK car and commercial vehicle output falls ...

Jun 02, 2025Comments off

UK car and commercial vehicle production fell by -15.8% to 59,203 units in April, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of

Knowles Logistics holds a decarbonisation event

Knowles Logistics holds a decarbonisation e...

Jun 02, 2025Comments off

Knowles Logistics joined forces with FMCG supply chain consultancy experts Simply Supply Chain and Volvo Trucks UK to host a decarbonisation event showcasing their collaborative

Government cuts red tape to make it easier to switch to EVs with Electric Car Grant but what about the Electric Fleet, Electric Car Grant to boost the move to Net Zero and mileage rates

Government cuts red tape to make it easier ...

May 30, 2025Comments off

More drivers will be able to save up to £1,100 a year as the government cuts red tape to make it easier than ever to

Proposed changes to London’s Congestion Charge

Proposed changes to London’s Congestion C...

May 30, 2025Comments off

London’s Congestion Charge, introduced in 2003 to manage traffic in the city centre, is facing significant updates. Transport for London (TfL) has proposed increasing the

Lack of new HGV drivers could prove 'critical'

Lack of new HGV drivers could prove ‘...

May 29, 2025Comments off

During the pandemic, the UK got a taste of what a shortage of truck (HGV) drivers looks like, with empty supermarket shelves, a lack of

The importance of brake maintenance for fleet and transport managers

The importance of brake maintenance for fle...

May 29, 2025Comments off

Ensuring that brakes and brake pads are properly maintained is a critical responsibility for fleet and transport managers. The braking system is the cornerstone of

ReFuels opens Bio-CNG refuelling station in Scotland

ReFuels opens Bio-CNG refuelling station in...

May 27, 2025Comments off

ReFuels N.V., one of Europe’s leading suppliers of renewable biomethane (Bio-CNG) for the decarbonisation of heavy goods vehicles (HGV), has opened a new refuelling station