A new player has arrived in the meat free space, and it’s intentionally nothing like the rest of the category. Urban Farm-Produce, the UK growers pioneering whole food mushroom innovation, has launched Prepared Mane, its first range of chilled and frozen, ready-to-cook vegan-friendly products crafted from UK grown organic Lion’s Mane mushrooms. At a time …
Fleet professionals from across the North West and beyond will come together to explore the latest developments shaping the fleet sector at the Fleet Managers Roadshow 2026, taking place on Wednesday March 25, at the Mercure Haydock Hotel. Hosted by G-Force Communications, a premium partner of Webfleet, the roadshow returns with a refreshed format designed …
Transmission Network Use of System (TNUoS) charges are becoming one of the biggest talking points in the UK energy market – and for good reason. With network investment accelerating, demand residuals going up by two thirds, and final tariffs for 2026/27 due for publication at the end of January, many businesses want to know what …
NewCold, the global leader in advanced food logistics, today announced the launch of a new, fully automated frozen facility in McDonough, Georgia, further expanding its rapidly growing North American footprint and reinforcing its commitment to future-ready, resilient supply chains. The new facility follows the successful Phase 1 opening of NewCold’s automated ambient facility in McDonough …
The two leading refrigerant producers, Chemours and Solstice (formerly Honeywell), have reported large sales increases for 2025. In its latest filing, Chemours reported a record performance in its Thermal & Specialised Solutions (TSS) business driven by a 56% increase in sales of its Opteon refrigerants. Solstice had earlier reported refrigerant net sales increases of 16%, …
On 18th May 2026, 21‑year‑old fundraiser Samuel Attwell will set off on an extraordinary 350‑mile ultrarunning challenge from Malin Head to Mizen Head, one of Ireland’s toughest endurance routes, all to raise £50,000 for children with life‑threatening illnesses. In a feat attempted by very few solo runners and almost none his age, Samuel will spend …
Lucas O’Brien, of GXO Logistics, is undertaking a six-month secondment in Accra, Ghana, as a Project Officer with international development organisation Transaid, supporting the nationwide rollout of a new driver training standard alongside providing support to the establishment of a training centre for trainers of Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) drivers. Alongside members of the Transaid …
Amsterdam, 19 February 2026 – Fleet management across Europe is at a turning point, as rising costs, greater operational complexity and tougher EU regulations reshape how commercial fleets operate, according to Webfleet, Bridgestone’s advanced fleet management solution. “Fleet management is moving into a new phase,” said Jan-Maarten de Vries, President Fleet Management Solutions at Bridgestone. …
The Employment Rights Act 2025 is now law — and some of the biggest changes start landing from April 2026. Now’s the time to get ahead and start preparing. As an employer, staying on top of HR and compliance is essential – especially with the Employment Rights Act 2025 introducing major changes over the next …
Judith Evans of Refrigeration Developments and Testing and London South Bank University has been recognised for her contributions to the industry with the J&E Hall International Gold Medal. The J&E Hall International Gold Medal recognises the most noteworthy practical contribution to innovation in refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump technology. The award was one of a number …
Oakland International has been shortlisted for Sustainable Cold Chain Operator 2026 in the Cold Chain Federation Awards, recognising a business that isn’t just talking about sustainability, but actively reshaping what a low carbon cold chain looks like. A family business with farming roots, Oakland set a bold net zero target for 2040 and has been …
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has signed a new two-year plan with ASHRAE focusing on the lifecycle management of refrigerants. ASHRAE and UNEP have partnered to assist developing countries in transitioning to non-ozone-depleting refrigerants since 2007. The new plan, signed at the recent ASHRAE Winter Conference, calls for joint development of work tools and educational …
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