DP World Initiates Construction of Driver Welfare Facility at Southampton Hub
Date: Friday, 05 January 2024 13:05
Global logistics giant DP World is investing £15 million in a new welfare facility for heavy goods vehicle (HGV) drivers at its Southampton hub, according to reports. The construction of the 7,500 square metre site…
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Transport Secretary Envisions Driverless Car Technology on UK Motorways by 2026
Date: Wednesday, 27 December 2023 14:27
The Transport Secretary, Mark Harper, revealed to the BBC that driverless cars could become a reality on some UK roads by the end of 2026. Harper expressed optimism about the technology, envisioning vehicle owners being…
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Scania's Latest Biogas Engines Deliver 5% Fuel Efficiency and Greener Performance
Date: Friday, 22 December 2023 15:27
Scania's latest biogas engines, introduced at the previous International Motor Show fair in Germany, has revolutionised the market. The effective combination of G25 gearboxes and diesel axles has led to a 5% fuel efficiency improvement…
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Large-Scale Logistics Hub Approved for Former Green Belt Area in Brentwood
Date: Wednesday, 20 December 2023 15:27
Brentwood Borough Council has approved a major development for 112,000 square meters of warehouse space. This is expected to significantly increase traffic on the B186 Warley Street, particularly between the Brentwood Enter site and the…
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Haulage Firms Alerted as Trailer Thefts Spike Ahead of Christmas Season
Date: Friday, 15 December 2023 09:40
With the holiday season fast approaching, police are issuing a cautionary notice to transport and haulage firms about an alarming increase in trailer thefts as criminals target goods for resale on the black market. In…
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Amazon to Begin Vehicle Sales in 2024
Date: Friday, 08 December 2023 11:13
Amazon, the world’s biggest retail giant, has unveiled plans to enter the online car sales market, with the service set to launch in 2024 and exclusively for customers in the United States. While there's no…
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Cabinet Reshuffle: New Transport Ministers Appointed by Prime Minister – Essential Updates
Date: Friday, 01 December 2023 12:52
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, in a significant move, has undertaken a ministerial reshuffle, indicating a strategic shift in his Cabinet's lineup. In this reshuffle, James Cleverly has been appointed as the new Home Secretary, but…
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Automated Vehicles Bill Heralded as a Potential Game-Changer for the Industry
Date: Friday, 24 November 2023 14:10
The UK is poised to become a global leader in the self-driving vehicle market, projected to be worth £42 billion, following the introduction of new laws focusing on safety and innovation. The Automated Vehicles (AV)…
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McLaughlin & Harvey have Now Developed a New Storage Facility
Date: Tuesday, 21 November 2023 11:11
McLaughlin & Harvey are in the process of building a new MOD storage facility. It's going to be located in Longtown, Cumbria. It's going to enhance the existing storage facility and it is also going…
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