Dorking, Surrey, UK: The high capital cost of greener vehicles and technology and the lack of viable alternative fuel vehicles are the two biggest barriers that road transport companies face in reducing environmental impact, according to a survey by Paragon Software Systems. Paragon, which provides routing and scheduling systems, surveyed UK operators on green initiatives. …
Wincanton, UK: NH Case, a long-term Schmitz Cargobull buyer, has added another rigid reefer to its nine-vehicle fleet, the latest for its London operation. The refrigerated body is on a 15-tonne MAN TGM 4×2 and will deliver fresh fish and ready meals to care homes, hospitals, prisons and schools. Tony Thick, transport manager, NH Case …
Burton on Trent, Staffordshire, UK: EV Cargo Logistics, part of EV Cargo, is buying the core chilled logistics assets and operations of NFT Distribution, which is also owned by EV Cargo. The purchase is understood to exclude NFT’s Tilbury distribution centre. EV Cargo Logistics was only incorporated on 3 December 2019. On its website it …
Bolton, UK: Oliver Kay Produce, which supplies fresh fruit and vegetables, has gained 20% capacity in 9 new refrigerated vans built by CoolKit. The Volkswagen Crafter box van with a medium wheelbase chassis, has a 1,142kg payload. The CoolKit design places the fridge is placed under the chassis to improve the aerodynamics of the vehicle …
Minneapolis, USA: Pelican BioThermal has bought NanoCool, an Albuquerque, New Mexico-based manufacturer of temperature-controlled packaging. “This acquisition further increases the breadth of the Pelican BioThermal product portfolio”, the company says. “The addition of NanoCool customers, market segments and product technologies will enable Pelican BioThermal to expand its access to patients, laboratories and other last-mile players …
Chineham, Hampshire, UK: Gist is launching a degree apprenticeship scheme to “create business leaders of the future”. In September 2020, Gist will take five recruits to its management apprenticeship scheme for A-Level school leavers looking to develop their career as business leaders. Gist has partnered with Nottingham Trent University to offer the four-year Level 6 …
Hatfield, UK: Arla Foods UK is to acquire PCL Transport 24/7 and take on all its services with the exception of Bristol. Arla says that the move will enable it to assure the future operations at the Hatfield site and the continuation of service to its customers. The acquisition will see Arla take over the …
Altrincham, UK: Cartwright Europe has launched a fridge trailer for the air cargo market in continental Europe. The company’s entry into the FNA air cargo fridge market was shown to operators, representatives from sectors including pharmaceutical and engineering. The launch event was a collaboration with Cartwright’s new partner in the Benelux, Burgers Carrosserie. Cartwright engineers …
Osaka, Japan: Daikin Active controlled atmosphere refrigerated containers are being used to ship Taiwanese guavas to the USA. The first shipment was in January. Taiwan – dubbed the Fruit Kingdom for its ideal growing conditions that support a great variety of tropical fruits – is the first Asian country, and just the second in the …
Redditch, UK: The Customs Clearance Consortium, set up last year by Oakland Invicta to address the shortage of customs agent capacity, brought together a delegation from sectors including food, automotive, pharmaceutical, manufactured goods, footwear, clothing, retail products and general cargo. Representatives from the UK, Ireland, France, Spain, Lithuania and Germany joined consortium founder members for …
Reading, UK: The Cold Chain Federation has launched Keeping People Safe in a Cold Store, an overview of the major risks in cold storage warehouses. The guide brings previously disparate industry advice into one place for the first time and is aimed at mangers and employees dealing with the health and safety challenges posed by …
Tunbridge Wells, UK: The Freight Transport Association’s annual quest for Transport Manager of the Year is underway. Fifty finalists, selected by the association will take part at an event in Haddenham on 24 April backed by Daf Trucks April. Candidates will undertake a series of role-relevant challenges in order to test the knowledge and skills they …
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