The challenge of recruiting and retaining workers at all levels in the logistics industry has been well documented over recent years. While HGV driver shortages have tended to grab the headlines, the difficulties extend across the sector from warehouse operatives to senior management positions. Specific labour challenges vary from business to business depending on things …
Employment rights legislation is making its way through Parliament. When it becomes law, it will affect businesses in the cold chain. Here two legal experts outline what the changes could mean, writes Dan Parton. In October 2024, the Employment Rights Bill was introduced to Parliament, a significant step in bringing through a raft of 28 …
Cold Chain Federation member Magnavale has announced the completion of the expansion to their Chesterfield temperature-controlled food storage facility, which is now officially open and fully operational. The expansion adds 25,000 frozen pallet positions to the existing capacity of 44,000, bringing the total pallet position capacity of the site to 69,000, making it one of …
XPO Logistics, a provider of end-to-end logistics solutions across Europe, is launching a project to enhance biodiversity around its sites in the UK and Ireland. The ‘Nature Network’ project is a key part of XPO’s ethos to improve sustainability by reducing CO2 emissions across the business and within the microclimates around each depot. The company’s …
Cold storage and blast freezing specialist Blue Cube has appointed experienced sales leader Mark Yates as its new Head of Sales to lead its ambitious growth plans. With more than 35 years’ experience across engineering, operations and sales – both in the UK and internationally – Yates brings a wealth of expertise in sectors …
Knowles Logistics, a leading provider of supply chain and logistics solutions, has received its first Volvo Globetrotter Aero FH trucks. The new vehicles will further underpin the company’s continuing commitment to delivering sustainable solutions to its customers. Volvo Aero’s have been provided by Volvo Truck & Bus Centre East Anglia Centre in Ely with which …
Culina Group has appointed Jaama as its new fleet and asset management software provider to support its extensive and rapidly growing operations. Jaama’s Key2 system will be deployed across the Group’s UK fleet, encompassing 4,000 trucks, 8,000 trailers, 500 vans, 300 cars, and 4,000 pieces of mechanical handling equipment. Key2 will replace multiple legacy systems, …
Co-op has launched its inaugural Women in Leadership Programme in Logistics to support the development and progression of female talent, in what has often been seen as a male dominated sector. Providing a launchpad for new, aspiring individuals to take their first steps into Logistics leadership and management – as well as for established supervisors …
Marks & Spencer has taken delivery of its first refrigerated electric wagon and drag vehicles, marking a significant milestone for the company and the UK logistics industry. These vehicles, developed in collaboration with long-term partner Gray & Adams, represent a leap forward in sustainability and efficiency for food retail transportation. The electric wagon and drag …
Company Shop Group, the UK’s leading and longest-standing redistributor and retailer of surplus products and part of the Biffa group, has appointed Chris Burns as its new Group Managing Director. Chris will assume leadership of the business on Monday 3rd February, when he will begin work to increase Company Shop Group’s offering to the industry …
Culina Group has today announced the appointment of Liam McElroy to the role of CEO for Culina Group, and Chief Strategy Officer Fabian Koehler has been confirmed as Deputy Group CEO of Culina Group. McElroy has held various senior roles across the logistics and travel sector including Chief Executive, Managing Director and Vice President with …
In a groundbreaking move towards sustainable logistics, Strawson Ltd, a leading UK farming business specialising in carrots and parsnips, has completed a successful trial using electric heavy goods vehicles (eHGVs) to transport fresh produce to Sainsbury’s Regional Distribution Centres (RDCs). This innovative project underscores a shared commitment between Strawson Ltd and Sainsbury’s to reduce carbon …
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