Archive for the ‘UK News’ Category

  • RHA calls for change to furlough rules to save lives 

    on Apr 3, 20 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on RHA calls for change to furlough rules to save lives 

    The haulage industry can quickly deliver the PPE health workers need in the fight against COVID-19, according to RHA chief executive, Richard Burnett

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  • UK truck drivers rise to the COVID-19 challenge

    on Apr 2, 20 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on UK truck drivers rise to the COVID-19 challenge

    With measures to counter the spread of Covid-19 across the UK coming into effect, national supply chains are being put to the test as demand for essential goods soars across the country. While some industries have experienced a reduction or halt in activity, volumes in demand for the food, beverage, and hygiene sectors have entered into peaks typically only seen during the Christmas period, according to digital road freight platform, Ontruck. 

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  • Logistics specialist looks to Mandata cloud for remote-working solution

    on Apr 1, 20 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on Logistics specialist looks to Mandata cloud for remote-working solution

    As Covid-19 bears down on the transport industry, North West Logistics’ recent move to Mandata’s cloud-based TMS means that not only can customers be provided with real-time information but also, North West Logistics’ personnel can remotely access systems from home

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  • Illuminated vehicle safety signage provides increased roadside protection

    on Mar 31, 20 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on Illuminated vehicle safety signage provides increased roadside protection

    A newly-launched business is helping to create a safer working environment for delivery professionals operating at the roadside. Inspace Media’s illuminated chevron and safety signage solutions uses unique and revolutionary technology that dramatically improves vehicle visibility, so home delivery and road transport businesses can mitigate fleet risk and overcome duty of care concerns regarding their delivery teams

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  • Team unites for urgent Nightingale delivery

    on Mar 31, 20 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on Team unites for urgent Nightingale delivery

    Specialist 3PL operator Europa Warehouse and its transport team in Dartford jumped into action last weekend to assist with the delivery of urgently needed medical beds

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  • Pall-Ex celebrates Haulage Heroes with new #LoveLogistics campaign

    on Mar 31, 20 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on Pall-Ex celebrates Haulage Heroes with new #LoveLogistics campaign

    Pall-Ex is behind the wheel of a new campaign designed to celebrate the UK’s Haulage Heroes who are keeping supply chains moving during the UK’s coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown

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  • Shopfta helping logistics sector through COVID-19

    on Mar 31, 20 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on Shopfta helping logistics sector through COVID-19

    Shopfta, the one-stop shop for compliance and safety products across multiple modes of transport, has ample supply of 75 per cent alcohol hand sanitiser, antibacterial wipes, face masks and gloves to help keep logistics workers safe throughout the COVID-19 outbreak

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  • FTA launches #LogisticsHelpsLogistics

    on Mar 31, 20 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on FTA launches #LogisticsHelpsLogistics

    The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has launched #LogisticsHelpsLogistics, a social media campaign to help businesses keep goods and services flowing, by filling shortfalls of staff or identifying vehicles with capacity during the COVID-19 pandemic

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  • CILT supports supply chain

    on Mar 31, 20 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on CILT supports supply chain

    The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) has set up a database for organisations in urgent need of supply chain resources, to ensure the UK is able to respond to the coronavirus crisis

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  • Logistics sector gets Government letter as proof of essential working

    on Mar 31, 20 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on Logistics sector gets Government letter as proof of essential working

    The Road Haulage Association and Freight Transport Association have received a confirmation letter from DfT confirming that the work of the logistics sector is essential and should continue to the greatest extent possible through the Covid-19 crisis

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