Kings Heavy Haulage (Bristol) Ltd has boosted productivity by up to 15%, equivalent to gaining three extra working days every month, thanks to an integrated fleet management solution.The specialist haulage company, renowned for moving everything from sculptures to generators and large plant, attributes these gains to Cold Chain Federation member Webfleet, Bridgestone’s trusted fleet management …
SeaCube, a global leader in refrigerated intermodal equipment leasing, has partnered with Greensee to launch innovative solutions that redefine sustainability in the refrigerated transport sector. This collaboration introduces SeaCube’s Green and Net-Zero Reefer Leases, powered by Greensee’s AI-driven CO2 emissions reporting technology, setting a new standard for energy efficiency and environmental responsibility in cold chain …
Domino’s Pizza has added to its fleet with more than 60 new vehicles supplied by Dawsongroup. The new additions include eight 7.2-tonne Iveco Dailies, 38 18-tonne DAF XBs, six DAF XD 4×2 tractor units and six Gray & Adams urban fridge trailers with Carrier Transicold TRS undermounted fridge units. The Iveco Daily vans feature bespoke Paneltex bodies and Carrier Xarios direct drive refrigeration. …
The application for the new RDC includes detailed proposals for an accompanying retail store as well as the demolition of four warehouses on a site owned by Lidl since 2008 to make way for the new RDC Overall, there will be an increase in the total amount of warehouse and distribution floorspace due to a …
A leading Irish haulier says its transport management system is helping it to cut vehicle down time and improve overall productivity. DG McArdle International Ltd is a family owned and run transport and logistics company, with more than 200 vehicles working on domestic and European freight. Based in Inniskeen, County Monaghan, DG McArdle also has …
The resilience and vulnerabilities of the UK’s food supply chain will be the focus of a new inquiry by the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee (EFRA). The Fairness in the food supply chain inquiry, will see MPs examine a range of key issues affecting the sector, including the levels of support for domestic food …
New York, USA: Investment firm Ridgewood Infrastructure has acquired temperature-controlled logistics company Valley Cold Storage & Transportation. Ridgewood says the investment in Valley Cold comes at a time when the cold storage industry is experiencing significant growth. “With Ridgewood Infrastructure’s support, Valley Cold is well-positioned to capitalise on this trend and continue its expansion in …
Hamburg, Germany: Edeka, Germany’s largest supermarket company, has invested more than €60mn to build a new handling and ripening centre for imported fresh produce The company says that the new distribution hub in central Hamburg will enable it to double the volume of fruit and vegetables it distributes via the city’s port. The Fruchtkontor Nord …
Zabrze, Poland: Nagel-Group is expanding in Poland, with a new warehouse including cold store due to open in mid next year. The new warehouse in Zabrze will cover more than 30,000sq metres with 9,500sq metres of cross-docking space will be constructed to support food logistics operations. The warehouse has a temperature control system ranging from …
London, UK: Bakery product supplier Bako has taken delivery of a new fleet of vehicles from Gray & Adams. In 2024, Bako introduced 13 new 26-tonne rigids with dual-compartment bodies designed by Gray & Adams. These vehicles replace ageing vehicles and have been tailored to meet the challenges of regular, temperature-controlled deliveries across the north …
Novi, Michigan: Lineage is investing in Telegraph to provide Lineage rail customers with railcar telematics. “This partnership seeks to enhance sustainability and reduce food waste by leveraging cutting-edge freight rail technology and industry-leading logistics solutions,” Lineage says. “Telegraph has a platform uniting railroads, shippers, logistics providers, and leasing companies to enhance collaboration and clarity. Recognizing …
Crayford, UK: Temperature-controlled and dry freight firm Solstor said switching to Volvo Trucks’ turbo compound technology with I-Save had improved its fuel economy by up to 20% with a corresponding drop in carbon emissions. The company has replaced 12 standard FH tractor units with new trucks this year. Graham Doe, Solstor managing director UK, said …
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