London, UK: The used wooden pallet industry is reporting a large uplift in enquiries as the prices of raw materials and transport increase. Demand has risen to “unparalleled levels” – 70% higher and from further afield than usual – as businesses seek to reduce costs of manufacturing, packaging, and delivery, the National Association of Pallet Distributors …
With the political landscape looking more precarious than ever before business does not need more last-minute government rule changes: supporting and guiding business, kickstarting the economy, providing a framework for growth are what’s needed, says Mike Parr, managing director of PML. London, UK: “The news that British ports are contemplating taking legal action after investing millions …
Bristol, UK: Chilled food supplier Reynolds is using Fraikin to help electrify its fleet. The first of 24 electric trucks has joined the fleet on a five-year, full-service contract hire agreement. The new 7.5-tonne temperature-controlled rigid is on an Isuzu chassis adapted by electric drivetrain specialist, Magtec, with a bespoke body from Paneltex. The new …
Tunbridge Wells, UK: In the face of spiralling inflation of business costs Logistics UK calls on the chancellor to take decisive action to protect the nation’s supply chain and prevent price rises starting with an immediate 6p per litre cut in fuel duty. Kate Jennings, policy director, Logistics UK, said the use of fuel is …
London, UK: Food wholesaler Bidfood is running a battery-powered 7.5 tonne Fuso E-Canter from its Battersea depot serving central London with 60-70km daily trips. The new truck marks the start of efforts to gain experience of electric vehicle operation. The battery powered Canter is already in service in a variety of applications in the UK …
Arlington, Virginia, US: The Global Cold Chain Alliance Global Policy Forum, an online event on 9-11 August, is set up to be the premier policy event for businesses engaged in temperature-controlled logistics in all regions, the association says. “GCCA will offer programming to include policy updates from across the globe with a specific track focused …
Bath, UK: The contract logistics market now exceeds pre-pandemic values but growth is set to slow, warn analysts from transport consultancy Ti. Its latest research report, Global Contract Logistics 2022, predicts that the global contract logistics market is expected to grow at a slower pace of 7.1% year on year. It also expects logistics giants …
Athens, Georgia, US: Carrier Transicold has rolled out new capabilities for its digital platform, now rebranded as Lynx Fleet, giving North American refrigerated trucking operations more comprehensive monitoring capabilities for their refrigerated trucks and trailers. Lynx Fleet enhances the prior web-based application with an at-a-glance view of refrigerated truck and trailer performance parameters. These visual …
Horstmar, Germany: Schmitz Cargobull’s training team has resumed face-to-face teaching, halted during the Coronavirus epidemic. The Cargobull College’s Service Partner training courses have resumed in Germany and elsewhere in Europe. To achieve the required skills, the training on S.CU refrigeration units is a combination of theory and practical modules. The knowledge gained in theory is …
Folkestone, UK: Eurotunnel Le Shuttle Freight took its 33 millionth truck across the Channel via rail. Since 1994, approximately 860 million tonnes of goods have been transported via the service. The driver crowned number 33m works for the Nordfrost, the biggest German frozen and chilled food transporter operating in the UK, supplying fresh food to leading …
Cranfield, UK: Invar Group has launched a website to help guide businesses through the complexities of warehouse upgrades. The website brings together independent insights and technical information on the latest innovative technologies. Craig Whitehouse, managing director, Invar Group, says: “We are witnessing a technological revolution in the warehouse – AI and robotics is transforming operational performance, …
London, UK: Haulage rates have soared by 18% in the past three years, according to a Transport Exchange Group price index. The average price-per-mile for haulage and courier vehicles has jumped from 103.1 points in June 2019 to 122.0 points in June 2022, according to the TEG Price Index. Rising fuel prices are to blame, …
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