Articles by Date : 01 May 2007 - 03 May 2007
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- Geodis service
Geodis UK has enhanced its service to the Netherlands and now offers a 48-hour service for groupage customers from its depots at High.... more
(03 May 2007 00:00) - BMC signs Seddon-Atkinson dealers
Hino has been stepping in to fill the breach left by Foden's demise, and now another manufacturer is taking advantage of a gap in the market -.... more
(03 May 2007 00:00) - Nissan joins forces with Volvo to boost CV sales
Volvo Trucks' nine wholly owned dealers will be involved in sales and aftermarket support for the Interstar and Cabstar. Andy Salter reports. more
(03 May 2007 00:00) - Bell hears 'one of worst cases'
North Western traffic commissioner Beverley Bell has revoked Birkenhead-based Wyre Transport's licence in what she said was one of the worst cases.... more
(03 May 2007 00:00) - Tesco's new CNG-powered low-entry Mercedes-Benz
Tesco is operating this CNG-powered low-entry Mercedes-Benz 26-tonner out of its Harlow distribution centre. more
(03 May 2007 00:00) - Study shames foreign hauliers
VOSA figures show Eastern European hauliers easily top the league for offences at roadside checks more
(03 May 2007 00:00) - TC quits early over VOSA centralisation
Former South Eastern and Metropolitan traffic commissioner Christopher Heaps has marked his early retirement on April 30 with a stinging criticism.... more
(03 May 2007 00:00) - 'Can' the LEZ
The RHA is warning hauliers that it has less than a week to tell Mayor of London Ken Livingstone to "can" his proposals for a London low emission.... more
(03 May 2007 00:00) - NFT search for key RDC growth
Chilled consolidation specialist NFT Distribution is targeting the management of regional distribution centres (RDCs) as a key area of business.... more
(03 May 2007 00:00) - HSE website
The Health and Safety Executive has launched a road haulage and distribution website offering guidance and advice for the industry. The website has.... more
(03 May 2007 00:00) - Ponsonby spends £40k on Sprinter '7.5t-beater'
Computer installation specialist Paul Ponsonby spent £40,000 on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter for delivering products throughout Europe. more
(02 May 2007 00:00) - FTA appoints Andy Haines as new president
Andy Haines, the head of logistics at Tate & Lyle Sugars Europe, has replaced John Russell as president of the Freight Transport Association (FTA). more
(02 May 2007 00:00) - Symphony's Euro 5 Mercedes won't get RPC
Kitchen, bathroom and bedroom supplier Symphony is disappointed to learn that the 19 Euro 5 Mercedes-Benz Actros 1836 rigids it has ordered will not.... more
(02 May 2007 00:00) - Circle Express rebrands Connection Couriers
Airfreight specialist wants to broaden market appeal with courier service more
(02 May 2007 00:00) - Fincairn wins O-licence despite poor association
Glasgow-based Fincairn Contractors has gained an O-licence for 24 vehicles despite revocation for associated company Glasgow Commercial Truck &.... more
(02 May 2007 00:00) - Lane Group & RDL were wise buys for Wincanton
Top-three logistics firm expects retail turnover of more than £1bn in current financial year more
(02 May 2007 00:00) - Optimism at CM Downton
Directors at CM Downton say they are "very upbeat and enthusiastic about the future" despite pre-tax profit slipping slightly for the year. more
(02 May 2007 00:00) - Licence granted on condition
A company formed by a director of Hengoed-based One Way Transport, now in liquidation, has been granted an O-licence on a number of conditions and.... more
(02 May 2007 00:00) - Kuehne + Nagel increases first quarter turnover
Kuehne & Nagel increased turnover by 13.5% during the first quarter of the year. more
(02 May 2007 00:00) - Manpower warns of serious driver shortage in 5 years
The head of Manpower Driving warns that the driver shortage could bite hard in five years' time if new entrants are not attracted into the industry. more
(01 May 2007 00:00) - TDG combines UK, Irish & Dutch logistics arms
TDG has combined its contract logistics operations in the UK, Ireland and the Netherlands under one division. more
(01 May 2007 00:00) - AutoLogic looks to future after 'recent difficulties'
European automotive logistics supplier AutoLogic made a smaller pre-tax profit last year despite an increase in turnover; it cites relocation.... more
(01 May 2007 00:00) - Palletways remains in the red despite expansion
Palletways Group has seen turnover rise but losses increase as it has expanded its operations in the UK and on the Continent. more
(01 May 2007 00:00) - 'Not a good year financially' for Massey Wilcox
Competitive market rates and a lack of good drivers are two of the challenges facing this high-profile Somerset operator. more
(01 May 2007 00:00) - Early adopters miss out on RPC for Euro 5
Operators that have already bought Euro 5-compliant trucks are not happy that they won't be receiving an RPC. The industry moves to change the.... more
(01 May 2007 00:00) - Isuzu Truck appoints three new agents
Isuzu Truck has strengthened its presence in the Midlands region with the appointment of three new sales, service and parts agents. more
(01 May 2007 00:00) - Montracon's £1,000 reward for info on trailers
A £1,000 reward is being offered by Montracon for information leading to the recovery of two flat platform trailers more
(01 May 2007 00:00) - 1,000th dual-fuel Berlingo sold
Citroën has sold its 1,000th dual-fuel (LPG/petrol) Berlingo. more
(01 May 2007 00:00) - Shareholders approve Interbulk acquisition plans
Interbulk shareholders have approved the company's plans to acquire United Transport International (UTI) at an extraordinary general meeting. The.... more
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