Praise for Review of HGV Speed Limits on Scottish Roads
Date: Monday, 02 December 2024 16:32
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The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has welcomed the Scottish Government’s decision to consult on the National Speed Management Review, which includes proposals to raise the speed limit for heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) on single carriageway…
Blue Yonder Ransomware Attack Disrupts Supply Chains
Date: Monday, 02 December 2024 16:30
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On 21 November, global supply chain software provider Blue Yonder suffered a ransomware attack, causing significant disruption to its managed services environment. The incident has had widespread repercussions for the company’s clients, which include major…
Freight Crime Report Urges Action to Protect UK Supply Chains
Date: Wednesday, 27 November 2024 11:28
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The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Freight and Logistics has launched its latest report, Securing Our Supply Chains: How the Government Can Crack Down on Freight Crime. Published on 19 November, the report highlights the…
Star Safety Ratings for Lorries Aim to Reduce Fatal Crashes
Date: Wednesday, 27 November 2024 11:27
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For the first time, lorries are being rated for safety, with the safest and least safe heavy goods vehicles named under a new star system. The ratings, ranging from five stars for the safest to…
Specific Medications Could Lead to Licence Revocation for Drivers
Date: Wednesday, 20 November 2024 10:36
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The DVLA may revoke driving licences for motorists taking certain medications, including strong painkillers, some antidepressants, and tranquillisers. Greg Wilson, CEO of insurance comparison service Quotezone, has highlighted the risks associated with these medications, which…
Black Friday Shipping Costs Threaten UK Supply Chain Profits
Date: Wednesday, 20 November 2024 10:35
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Surge pricing on shipping during Black Friday could significantly impact the profits of UK warehousing and logistics firms. Recent data shows that nearly a third of supply chain businesses experienced rising carrier costs in November…
Logistics Insolvencies Surge 14% Amid Falling Demand and Rising Costs
Date: Monday, 11 November 2024 16:35
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Insolvencies among logistics companies have risen by 14% in the past year, increasing from 464 in 2022/23 to 530 in 2023/24, according to research by Forvis Mazars. Many of these businesses were established during the…
Hauliers Demand Government Action as Fuel Prices Threaten Survival
Date: Monday, 11 November 2024 16:34
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Hauliers are calling on the Government to intervene as record diesel prices threaten to erode their profits completely. The average cost of diesel has soared to £1.56 per litre, driven by surging oil prices following…
UK's Growing Pothole Crisis Spurs £500M Road Repair Boost
Date: Monday, 04 November 2024 16:22
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The UK’s pothole problem is worsening, with damaged roads causing significant issues for drivers, cyclists, and communities across the country. Recent figures reveal that potholes have contributed to over half a million vehicle breakdowns in…