England and Wales Face £16 Billion Bill for Pothole Repairs
Date: Tuesday, 02 April 2024 13:24
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A recent study has highlighted a significant increase in pothole repairs on local roads across England and Wales, marking the highest activity in eight years. This financial year, it's estimated that around two million potholes…
Dashcams Installed in HGVs Aimed at Identifying Reckless Drivers
Date: Wednesday, 27 March 2024 10:41
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In an innovative effort to address reckless driving, Lincolnshire is set to equip 100 HGVs and coaches with dashcams as part of Operation Journey, a £45,000 initiative aimed at enhancing road safety. Captured footage of…
Gatwick Cuts Vehicle Emissions with Shift to HVO Fuel
Date: Wednesday, 20 March 2024 13:39
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London Gatwick Airport has announced a significant reduction in carbon emissions, achieving a 90% decrease by switching its diesel vehicle fleet to hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO). This move has led to an annual carbon saving…
Morrisons Plans Logistics Overhaul, Nearly 300 Roles to Be Affected
Date: Thursday, 14 March 2024 13:32
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Morrisons is embarking on a reorganisation of its logistics sector, potentially impacting about 300 jobs. This overhaul affects its seven in-house distribution centres, consolidating leadership into single operation manager positions and reducing certain managerial roles…
Stellantis to Launch Electric Van Production in Luton, Saving 1,500 UK Jobs
Date: Wednesday, 06 March 2024 16:40
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In a significant boost to the UK automotive industry, Stellantis, the parent company of Vauxhall, has revealed plans to commence the production of electric vans at its Luton factory next year. This strategic move not…
UK Transport Minister Praises Generation Logistics for Revolutionising Recruitment
Date: Thursday, 29 February 2024 10:23
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During National Apprenticeship Week [5-11 February], UK Transport Minister Guy Opperman MP celebrated the first successful year of the Generation Logistics campaign, highlighting its role in changing the image of the logistics sector and promoting…
Tech Worth £269,000 Stolen from Lorry While Driver Slept
Date: Thursday, 22 February 2024 16:09
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In a bold heist on the M6 in Staffordshire, thieves made off with technology goods valued at £269,000 from a lorry parked at Keele Services, all while the driver was asleep. The incident, involving the…
Major Job Losses as Youngs Transportation & North West Cargo Enter Administration
Date: Thursday, 15 February 2024 14:19
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Two leading road haulage firms, Youngs Transportation & Logistics and North West Cargo, have faced insolvency, resulting in significant job cuts. The industry is grappling with economic downturns and global disruptions, as outlined by Leonard…
UK Surpasses One Million Electric Vehicle Sales Milestone
Date: Wednesday, 07 February 2024 09:17
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The UK hit a notable milestone with the registration of its millionth electric vehicle (EV) last month, despite a notable decrease in sales, indicating a mixed picture for the nation's net zero ambitions. Sales to…