Sunswap has secured a commitment of up to AUD $10 million from the Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC), Australia’s specialist investment body. The funding will support the deployment of more than 100 Endurance units across Australian retail and logistics fleets, and follows Sunswap’s entry into its third continent of commercial operations. The investment will fund …
Oakland International, a leading multi‑temperature supply chain specialist and certified B Corporation, has confirmed a new on‑site operational partnership between Oddbox and Mindful Chef, bringing three purpose‑led food businesses together to scale sustainably, reduce food waste and simplify how customers shop for food. The partnership will see Oddbox operate alongside Mindful Chef at Oakland International’s …
kff, the Kent‑based regional foodservice wholesaler, has announced the launch of an expanded meat range, introducing 12 new products designed to give chefs greater choice, quality, and versatility across their menus. This expansion strengthens kff’s commitment to supplying customers with reliable, high‑quality proteins sourced from trusted suppliers, ensuring consistency across fresh, frozen, and prepared formats. …
The UK government has announced a delay to its proposed F-gas phase down steps from 1 January 2027, admitting that it requires “further work” following its recent consultation with industry. The Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) opened industry consultation in November last year after publishing proposals to adjust the existing schedule …
Star Refrigeration has helped J D Wetherspoon and DHL stride forward in energy efficiency and sustainability with the successful upgrade of the frozen storage refrigeration system at their Daventry distribution centre. The installation of Star’s low-charge ammonia Azanefreezer 2.0 has delivered energy savings far exceeding initial projections, cutting annual electricity use by more than 600,000kWh, …
Chirstopher Sullivan of Aldi has been named as the 2026 Microlise Driver of the Year at a glittering awards ceremony at Manchester’s Co-op Live. Held alongside the Microlise Transport Conference, the awards recognises HGV drivers across the country for their exceptional performance, professionalism and dedication. Logistics firms in attendance included major UK supermarkets such as …
As fuel prices continue to rise and operating costs come under increasing pressure, companies across the refrigerated transport industry are seeking proven solutions to help protect margins while maintaining performance and reliability, with new comparative trials showing that Carrier Transicold’s Vector® trailer temperature-controlled units deliver significant fuel efficiency and savings. Carrier Transicold is a part of …
Fleet Operations, the UK’s leading independent fleet management specialist, will demonstrate how businesses can take greater control of driver and vehicle risk at Safety, Health and Wellbeing Live. Taking place at Olympia London on 1-2 July, visitors to the Fleet Operations stand (E21) will discover how a structured, data-led approach to risk can help fleet …
Oakland International has been named a finalist in the Excellence in Sustainability category of the UKWA Awards for Excellence 2026, underlining its position as a forward‑thinking supply chain specialist driving practical and scalable sustainability across warehousing and logistics. The recognition comes as the UKWA Awards mark their 25th anniversary, with competition this year described by …
The World Shipping Council (WSC) has published its latest update to its WSC Dual-Fuel Fleet Dashboard, which tracks the global liner shipping industry’s investment in vessels capable of running on renewable and lower-emission fuels, and how the liner fleet is preparing for the energy transition. As of March 2026, the number of dual-fuel container ships …
With just one week to go until the start of an extraordinary endurance challenge, thousands of pounds have already been pledged for a remarkable charity run that will see 21‑year‑old Samuel Attwell attempt to run the length of Ireland in just 10 days. The son of Oakland international’s Co-Founders, Samuel, who will cover almost 360 …
Ecooltec are delighted to invite you to an exclusive preview event from 16 to 17 June 2026, ahead of the official opening of the IAA TRANSPORTATION 2026. At our headquarters in Mülheim an der Ruhr, we will be presenting the product innovations that we will be showcasing at the IAA TRANSPORTATION 2026. You will also gain an in-depth …
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