The new lightweight ecoCHAMP LTO curtainsider semi-trailer by BERGERecotrail® for maximum payload reduces journeys by up to 10 percent and is also ideally suited for use with e-tractor units. The lightweight BERGERecotrail® curtainsider semi-trailer is particularly suited to transport jobs requiring a high payload and is regarded as the lightest vehicle on the market. With …
UK fleets are prioritising driver mental wellbeing as part of their safety strategies, with 82% reporting formal processes to support drivers after incidents. The findings, from a study by Cold Chain Federation member Webfleet1, Bridgestone’s globally trusted fleet management solution, and video telematics partner Lytxâ, highlight a growing focus on the human aspect of fleet …
The world’s first container port Carbon Inset Programme has registered more than 100,000 TEUs worth of import laden containers by cargo owners in its first two months. Launched by DP World in the UK in December 2024, the six-month trial commenced on 1 January and rewards importers with 50kg CO₂e of carbon credits for every …
Prohire, a national provider of sustainable commercial vehicle hire and fleet management solutions, has made five new appointments to its operations team as part of its commitment to providing industry-leading customer service. Stephen Croxford joins as operations manager to lead the teams responsible for maximising uptime and compliance of the 3,000-strong Prohire fleet, which includes vehicles …
The UK’s new heavy goods vehicle (HGV) market fell for the first time in three years in 2024 with registrations down by -2.7%, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The decline, however, including a -3.3% drop in quarter four, is compared with a strong 2023 …
As the UN Global Food Waste Index highlights an alarming rise in food waste globally, Cold Chain Federation member JS Davidson is taking proactive steps to address this crisis with its cutting-edge blast freezing unit. Designed to extend the shelf life of perishable goods, the technology offers a sustainable solution for food producers and retailers.According …
Tritax Big Box REIT has purchased the 650,000 sq ft Sainsbury’s distribution centre in Haydock in an off-market deal for £75 million. The transaction represents a net initial yield of 6.0%. The deal, which was arranged by commercial real estate firm Colliers, sees the REIT securing a well specified distribution warehouse which is strategically positioned to …
Cold Chain Federation member Exide Technologies (www.exidegroup.com), a leading provider of innovative and sustainable battery solutions for automotive and industrial applications is pleased to reveal that the labeling of its Exide Light Vehicle battery range has been updated with a contemporary design that significantly simplifies battery selection. The new unified labels feature a clear color-coded design …
Cold Chain Federation member Schmitz Cargobull will be at the BAUMA trade fair (7–13 April 2025) with an extensive range of vehicles from its tipper centre of excellence in Gotha, along with a variety of vehicles from its co-exhibitor Van Hool. In addition to new and long-standing tipper semi-trailers and rigid tipper trucks, innovative, digital …
As memories of Christmas fade into the distance a new year brings no rest for cold chain operators. For some, attention has long since turned to Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day and Easter. Others will already have one eye on catering for the summer barbecue season or for Halloween, which has become an increasingly important date …
The challenge of recruiting and retaining workers at all levels in the logistics industry has been well documented over recent years. While HGV driver shortages have tended to grab the headlines, the difficulties extend across the sector from warehouse operatives to senior management positions. Specific labour challenges vary from business to business depending on things …
Employment rights legislation is making its way through Parliament. When it becomes law, it will affect businesses in the cold chain. Here two legal experts outline what the changes could mean, writes Dan Parton. In October 2024, the Employment Rights Bill was introduced to Parliament, a significant step in bringing through a raft of 28 …
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