Helsingborg, Sweden: Frigoscandia, now a wholly owned subsidiary of Dachser, is being integrated into Dachser’s network. In December, Dachser acquired Frigoscandia from private equity investor Mutares SE & Co and gained European Commission approval for the deal in February. “The acquisition significantly strengthens our position in food logistics in the Nordic region,” says Burkhard Eling, …
Harrogate, UK: Bettys Craft Bakery has put two electric temperature-controlled vans into its fleet. Bettys Craft Bakery is part of Bettys & Taylors Group, a family business running Yorkshire Tea, Taylors of Harrogate, and Bettys Café Tea Rooms. Prohire’s vehicle hire and alternative fuels division, ProGreen, provided the vehicles with bodies built by Bespoke Bodies. …
Reading, UK: The proposed Border Target Operating Model, planned to start at the end of April, will jeopardise the UK’s food supply chain, warns the Cold Chain Federation. It has written to Defra Secretary Steve Barclay, arguing that the government’s plan for full border checks for imports from the EU poses a major challenge to …
Dubai, UAE: Consultant Thomas Eskesen, who worked for Maersk for 30 years, has been appointed chair of the Join the Move to -15 deg C, according to RAC Plus. The initiative is designed to build up a coalition of companies in favour of storing frozen food at -15 deg C, rather than the lower temperature …
London, UK: The logistics industry has welcomed the Chancellor’s decision to maintain the 5p cut on fuel duty and freeze the charge for another 12 months. It is the 14th consecutive year in which the level of the duty has not been increased. Kevin Green, Logistics UK’s director of policy, said: “The extension to the …
Dover, UK: Traffic delays and disruption as a result of the new EU entry/exit system being introduced later this year could affect the shelf life of fresh produce and lead to a reduction in EU imports of perishable products, according to Logistics UK. Nichola Mallon, head of trade and devolved policy at Logistics UK, told …
Rungis, France: Petit Forestier Group plans a fundamental energy transition with two projects up to 2030, which are entirely co-dependent and intertwined: the energy transition and an outstanding customer experience. The group has set itself a target to switch 40% of its fleet to electric power and 70% of its new vehicles by 2030 to …
Amsterdam, Netherlands: NewCold’s employee culture is set out by NewCold’s chief people and culture officer, Stephanie Hain, in an interview for the podcast De onweerstaanbare werkgever In the podcast Hain outlines the company’s approach to creating a culture that allows every employee to thrive. “At NewCold, our employees are the cornerstone of our success.s Stephanie highlights …
Novi, Michigan, USA: Lineage has published a guide to its sustainable culture of energy efficiency. The Facility Energy Evaluation is aimed at meeting Lineage’s commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. “At its core, Facility Energy Evaluations are an immersive coaching session, where our team of seasoned energy experts collaborates with on-site energy and …
London, UK: The government has confirmed that 38 truckstops in England will use £6m from the Department for Transport and £10.5m from industry to improve rest areas and parking for lorry drivers, The measures will create around 430 new parking spaces while upgrades will include new showers and restaurants, as well as better lighting and …
Market Drayton, UK: Thomas van Mourik, chief executive, Culina Group, for the past 30 years is to step down, reports Motor Transport. Van Mourik will become group chairman from October, a part-time position. Ian Smith, the current chief executive of the chilled business unit, will take over from van Mourik. Steve Winwood will become chief …
Pune, India: The food cold chain market for food alone is set to grow 8.6% by 2033 says a report by Brainy Insights. It cites rising demand for frozen goods as a key driver. The Brainy Insights report estimates that the market valued at $264.3bn in 2023 will reach $555.3bn by 2033. Asia Pacific is …
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