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Five transportation industry trends to watc...
2023 has been challenging for the global transportation market. Interest rates rose sky-high to combat inflation, leaving many economies teetering on the brink of a recession. Meanwhile, load givers and receivers are again prioritising cost-cutting following
Wincanton to be acquired by CEVA Logistics
In a significant development within the British logistics sector, CEVA Logistics has acquired Wincanton, marking a strategic move that is set to reshape the industry landscape. The acquisition, finalised in recent months, brings together two prominent
Browns looks no further than Mercedes-Benz ...
Driver appeal, competitive running costs – and the promise of top-quality back-up from the Dealer next door – persuaded Browns Distribution to invest in its first Mercedes-Benz trucks. The three Actros tractor units were supplied eStar
Fuelling innovation in aftermarket
One section of the motor trade is benefitting from the cost-of-living crisis: with consumers keeping their cars for longer, independent repairers are in huge demand. But they are also under pressure. Older cars need more repairs.
Haulage industry braced for a £1.5 billion...
There are calls for HGV bosses to up driver’s wages as the government announces an increase to the National Living Wage by nearly 10% in 12 weeks’ time. SNAP, the haulage industry’s digital marketplace, recently reported
Falcon efficiency soars with Mandata
A crane transport specialist is experiencing an efficiency uplift after switching to a Mandata Go transport management system. Falcon Freight was established in 2019 as a subsidiary to Falcon Tower Crane Services, providing all haulage services
Gwynedd Shipping enters administration
In an unexpected development, Gwynedd Shipping, a notable logistics company based in Wales and a member of Palletways , has filed for administration, sparking concerns and speculations within the logistics and transportation sector. This move has
Acklea adds plastic light board and tail li...
Acklea has introduced two new lightweight options to its 7.2t traffic management vehicle range: a 500kg tail lift and a plastic LP13 light arrow board with a swing-out frame. The new options will be available through
Novuna Vehicle Solutions joins Tees Valley ...
Novuna Vehicle Solutions, one of the UK’s largest fleet leasing providers and a leading advocate for zero-emission vehicles, today announces it has been awarded funding of over £2.1 million as part of the Tees Valley Hydrogen
TreadReader boosts productivity and safety ...
Big Motoring World, one of the UK’s leading independent pre-owned car dealers, is using the TreadReader 3D DriveOver ramp system to improve productivity and efficiency at its national preparation centre in Peterborough. The company invested £14million
