National Lorry Week will return from 24–30 June 2026, celebrating the people, businesses and vehicles that keep the UK moving. Organised by the RHA, this year’s campaign will run under the theme: The road that connects everything. 85% of the UK’s freight is moved by road and National Lorry Week will highlight the vital role road …
The -18°C standard for frozen food storage was set over 100 years ago and hasn’t changed since. Technology has evolved. Food science has advanced. Customer expectations have shifted. And yet, that temperature of -18°C has remained steadfastly the same. What’s more surprising is that the standard is rooted in 0°F (-17.8°C), not in any precise …
Tesco has retained the ‘Retailer of the Year’ title at the Free From Awards 2026, underlining the strength and consistency of its free from offer. The award recognises retailers whose products achieve the highest scores across multiple categories, positioning the accolade as a key benchmark for quality and innovation. Sponsored by Oakland International, long-standing supporters …
Genie Insights and RS Connect have marked a major milestone in their long-standing partnership after completing more than 2,500 solar retrofit installations for commercial vehicle fleets across the UK. Working together on large-scale van retrofit programmes for organisations including Network Rail and Centrica, RS Connect has become an extension of the Genie Insights installation and …
Rushlift, the national full-service provider of materials handling equipment (MHE), will be exhibiting at the Great Yorkshire Show from 14–17 July 2026 at the Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate. Visitors to the Rushlift stand (754) will have the opportunity to explore Bobcat’s extensive range of forklift trucks and warehouse equipment designed to meet the demands of …
Handling more freight than any other UK Border Control Post, Sevington has become a key part of the UK’s post-Brexit border infrastructure, helping to protect public health, support trade and safeguard national biosecurity. As the UK marks the tenth anniversary of the Brexit referendum this month, Ashford Port Health is reflecting on how border operations …
Managing new starters is changing – and probation periods are now a much bigger legal risk for employers. From January 2027, employees will only need six months’ service to bring an unfair dismissal claim, with the compensation cap also being removed. This means probation processes, onboarding and documentation need to be watertight. This is particularly …
Northgate Mobility will showcase its ‘One Fleet’ proposition at Road Transport Expo (RTX) 2026, bringing together its full range of commercial vehicle solutions under a single, unified offer for customers. The ‘One Fleet’ approach combines specialist expertise from across the Northgate Mobility fleet of around 60,000 vehicles, including Northgate Vehicle Hire, traffic management specialists Northgate …
A new survey of bus and coach drivers across the UK reveals strong support for the transition to electric vehicles, highlighting their role in delivering better transport that connects communities, supports local economies and helps tackle climate change. Research conducted by commercial e-fleet solutions provider VEV showed that 78% of drivers prefer driving electric vs diesel, highlighting smoother journeys, quieter cabins and improved passenger experience …
CoolKit, the UK’s largest specialist in temperature-controlled light commercial vehicles (LCVs), has secured the highly coveted Renault Pro+ Certified Converter agreement issued to qualifying converters by Renault UK on behalf of the Renault Group. Valid for 36 months, the accreditation recognises CoolKit’s ability to consistently deliver refrigerated vehicle conversions to Renault’s high standards and follows …
The current geopolitical situation is driving action. Numerous countries are investing in the expansion of their naval capabilities, unmanned systems and the protection of critical infrastructure. Against this backdrop, MS&D – International Conference & Expo on Maritime Security & Defence will bring together high-level decision-makers from politics, navies and industry in Hamburg on 3 and …
More than a year on from an initial UK trial of the ‘Endurance’ solar and battery-powered transport refrigeration unit (TRU), TIP Group, leading provider of trailer and truck hire services, continues to partner with the unit’s manufacturer, Sunswap, in offering the technology to transport operators across the country. Several long-term hire arrangements with cold chain …
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