Dubai, UAE: Consultant Thomas Eskesen, who worked for Maersk for 30 years, has been appointed chair of the Join the Move to -15 deg C, according to RAC Plus. The initiative is designed to build up a coalition of companies in favour of storing frozen food at -15 deg C, rather than the lower temperature …
London, UK: The logistics industry has welcomed the Chancellor’s decision to maintain the 5p cut on fuel duty and freeze the charge for another 12 months. It is the 14th consecutive year in which the level of the duty has not been increased. Kevin Green, Logistics UK’s director of policy, said: “The extension to the …
Dover, UK: Traffic delays and disruption as a result of the new EU entry/exit system being introduced later this year could affect the shelf life of fresh produce and lead to a reduction in EU imports of perishable products, according to Logistics UK. Nichola Mallon, head of trade and devolved policy at Logistics UK, told …
Rungis, France: Petit Forestier Group plans a fundamental energy transition with two projects up to 2030, which are entirely co-dependent and intertwined: the energy transition and an outstanding customer experience. The group has set itself a target to switch 40% of its fleet to electric power and 70% of its new vehicles by 2030 to …
Amsterdam, Netherlands: NewCold’s employee culture is set out by NewCold’s chief people and culture officer, Stephanie Hain, in an interview for the podcast De onweerstaanbare werkgever In the podcast Hain outlines the company’s approach to creating a culture that allows every employee to thrive. “At NewCold, our employees are the cornerstone of our success.s Stephanie highlights …
Novi, Michigan, USA: Lineage has published a guide to its sustainable culture of energy efficiency. The Facility Energy Evaluation is aimed at meeting Lineage’s commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. “At its core, Facility Energy Evaluations are an immersive coaching session, where our team of seasoned energy experts collaborates with on-site energy and …
London, UK: The government has confirmed that 38 truckstops in England will use £6m from the Department for Transport and £10.5m from industry to improve rest areas and parking for lorry drivers, The measures will create around 430 new parking spaces while upgrades will include new showers and restaurants, as well as better lighting and …
Market Drayton, UK: Thomas van Mourik, chief executive, Culina Group, for the past 30 years is to step down, reports Motor Transport. Van Mourik will become group chairman from October, a part-time position. Ian Smith, the current chief executive of the chilled business unit, will take over from van Mourik. Steve Winwood will become chief …
Pune, India: The food cold chain market for food alone is set to grow 8.6% by 2033 says a report by Brainy Insights. It cites rising demand for frozen goods as a key driver. The Brainy Insights report estimates that the market valued at $264.3bn in 2023 will reach $555.3bn by 2033. Asia Pacific is …
Milan, Italy: Walden Group has acquired two Italian companies: XCM Healthcare, a logistics provder, and Unitex, a temperature-controlled last-mile healthcare delivery service. Italy is the third European country where Walden has expanded: it previously entered Romania and Germany and plans further expansion. Unitex has two hubs, Milan and Naples, providing national coverage through twenty-four regional depots. …
Wincanton, UK: The Wincanton board of directors is backing a £762m takeover offer from GXO in the latest twist in a bidding war for the company. Wincanton said that directors intended to recommend unanimously an offer of 605p a share made by GXO. As a result, the board is withdrawing its support for an “increased …
Bremerhaven, Germany: Lineage is developing a new 19,000 sq metre site in Bremerhaven, Germany within the heart of the food industry at Fischereihafen. The new Bremerhaven site is expected to have direct access to a quay to handle multi modal deliveries. “We are delighted to announce the ongoing development of our latest facility in Bremerhaven, which …
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