Urban Farm-Produce, a UK leader in sustainable mushroom cultivation, has successfully attained BRCGS A Grade certification for its state-of-the-art vertical farming facility.  This achievement underscores the company’s commitment to food safety, quality, and environmental responsibility, marking a significant milestone for the brand and the wider fresh produce sector. Urban Farm-It’s pioneering vertical farm combines advanced …

Specialist fresh produce supplier, Bidfresh, has released its latest ‘Growing Greener’ sustainability report, unveiling a refreshed sustainability framework and a new mission and vision that will guide the business towards a more responsible and resilient future. As sustainability expectations continue to rise across the industry, and 16% of consumers think that suppliers are responsible for …

Hauliers and fleet operators will access discounts of up to £120,000 on new electric trucks thanks to an additional £18 million announced by the government today (6 January 2026) to increase the Plug-in Truck Grant until March 2026. Key points for cold chain operators:• Applies to electric HGVs only (not TRUs)• Discounts range from £20k–£120k, depending on vehicle size• Part of a wider £318m green …

Northgate Vehicle Hire has opened a new branch in Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, just 10 minutes from Junction 25 of the M25. The new site is one of Northgate’s busiest southern locations and has been designed to support its growing customer base. With Hoddesdon now open, Northgate supports customers across the UK through its network of 73 …

Thermo King®, a leader in transport temperature control solutions and a brand of Trane Technologies, marks its long-standing partnership with Broliveira, one of Portugal’s largest companies specialising in international road transport. In a recent fleet expansion, Broliveira added a mix of 70 trailers with Advancer A400 and A500 Spectrum refrigeration units, reinforcing their commitment to high …