It is time to think about returns again from Cold Chain Federation member Principal Logistics Technologies. The need to process items sent back by increasingly fickle customers has become an all-year-round burden across all sectors for third-party logistics (3PL) operators. But there is no doubt that Christmas and the New Year are still the peak …
A partnership between Cold Chain Federation member Oakland International and Better Pathways has seen remarkable success with the first cohort of participants, and with one participant receiving an offer of permanent employment. Total supply chain solutions provider Oakland International and mental health charity Better Pathways started working together early last year with Oakland initially sponsoring …
Cold, wet and windy weather can be challenging for employees that spend part or all of their time working outside. Routine tasks such as loading or unloading wagons become considerably less straightforward in wintry conditions, and with climate change likely to bring ever more extreme meteorological events it is becoming increasingly necessary to take steps …
D.tec International welcomes the renewed focus on tackling drug driving, as highlighted by Andrew Snowden MP, in his recent oral question in Parliament and his post on X yesterday. His commitment to addressing this pressing issue is both commendable and timely, shining a much-needed spotlight on a crisis that continues to endanger and cost lives …
Rising demand for in-person events and peer support from women across the UK logistics sector has prompted the industry’s leading networking group to evolve into a Community Interest Company (CIC). Women In Logistics UK (WiL), which has been part of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) for the past seven years, has returned …
Business group Logistics UK believes that the government’s Zero emission vans: regulatory flexibility consultation (which will run until 3 March 2025) will provide the opportunity to deliver regulatory alignment between 4.25 tonne electric vans and 3.5 tonne diesel vans, as well as preventing legacy legislation from inhibiting the uptake of electric vehicles in the future. Logistics UK …
The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee is inviting written evidence submissions to examine biosecurity measures for animal and plant imports to the UK. The call for evidence is the first of the Committee’s new inquiry on animal and plant health. Animal and plant diseases and pests have far-reaching impacts not only on animal welfare and the …
With less than two weeks remaining, the Cold Chain Federation (CCF) urges businesses and individuals to submit their applications for the prestigious Cold Chain Sustainability Awards 2025. These awards recognise and celebrate those making significant strides towards a more sustainable future within the cold chain industry. “Time is running out to showcase your commitment to …
The last twelve months has brought significant political and economic change globally. Major shifts in power in the US and the UK, coupled with a significant overhaul to economic policy has led to uncertainty for many businesses heading into the new year. Southgate Global shares its expectations and predictions for those operating in the supply chain, …
A fast-growing logistics group has chosen Cold Chain Federation member Durite to help it comply with new safety standards. The BJS Family of companies runs a fleet of more than 100 HGVs in a range of combinations including curtainsiders, brick cranes, and tippers, providing a range of commercial and domestic logistics services. It is based …
Tesco is calling on government to provide a clear and comprehensive plan to support UK farmers in the transition to net zero as it announces new plans to set up two low carbon concept farms in its supply chain to trial low carbon farming methods and help suppliers accelerate innovation. Speaking in a session at …
CambridgeHOK Refrigeration is celebrating an exceptional milestone in its first full year of trading by achieving profitability and a turnover in excess of £5million. In the last 12 months, the team has established themselves as a trusted partner for many big-name food manufacturing businesses across the UK, working with well-established brands such as Noble Foods, …
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