DVSA Announces Major Changes to Vehicle Inspection Rules from April
Date: Monday, 24 March 2025 14:07
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The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has confirmed a range of updates to its inspection manuals, with new regulations coming into force from 1 April 2025. These changes will directly affect HGV drivers and…
Heathrow Shuts Down After Substation Fire Sparks Widespread Chaos
Date: Friday, 21 March 2025 09:35
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Heathrow Airport has closed all operations after a major fire at an electrical substation in Hayes, west London caused a significant power outage. The fire broke out just before midnight on Thursday, with emergency services…
£250,000 Safety Upgrades Introduced at M1 Service Stations
Date: Monday, 17 March 2025 16:13
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New security measures worth £250,000 have been installed at Watford Gap and Northampton Services on the M1 to improve safety for drivers. The enhancements include advanced automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) systems, additional CCTV cameras,…
Major Urban Logistics Development Begins in Leeds
Date: Monday, 17 March 2025 16:12
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Construction is now underway on a substantial 223,000 sq ft urban logistics scheme in Leeds, known as T45. The project will feature 23 industrial units ranging in size from 4,450 sq ft to 34,000 sq…
Volvo Trucks Leads Heavy Electric Truck Market for Fifth Year
Date: Monday, 10 March 2025 13:58
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For the fifth consecutive year, Volvo Trucks has maintained its position as the market leader in Europe’s heavy electric truck sector, holding a 47% share. In 2024, 1,970 Volvo electric trucks were registered across Europe,…
UK Set to Roll Out 54 New Electric HGV Charging Hubs
Date: Monday, 10 March 2025 13:56
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Innovate UK has announced the locations for a nationwide network of 54 electric HGV charging hubs to support the shift to zero-emission freight transport. These hubs are being developed through four key projects—Project Electric Freightway,…
Business Leaders Call for Logistics to Be Central to UK’s Industrial Strategy
Date: Monday, 03 March 2025 14:58
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The heads of 30 leading UK businesses have written to Business and Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds MP, urging the government to prioritise the logistics sector in its forthcoming Industrial Strategy. Spearheaded by business group Logistics…
Lorry Driver Shortage Worsens as Industry Struggles to Attract New Recruits
Date: Monday, 03 March 2025 14:57
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The UK is once again facing a shortage of lorry drivers, raising concerns about potential supply chain disruptions and empty supermarket shelves. While the industry saw a temporary boost in recruitment following the Covid crisis…
New Law to Ban Devices Used in Car Theft
Date: Tuesday, 25 February 2025 11:33
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A new law set to be introduced in England and Wales will outlaw sophisticated electronic devices used by criminals to steal cars. More than 700,000 vehicles were broken into last year, with high-tech gadgets like…
