News
Parcelforce unveils Chorley hub
Parcelforce Worldwide has opened a new parcel sort hub in Chorley, Lancashire, as part of parent Royal Mail’s investment in growing its parcels business.
Month: April 2014
Contract Wins
ND wins multi-million-pound fuel distribution contract
Norbert Dentressangle (ND) has won a new three-year contract with motor fuels supplier Harvest Energy.
Industry News
TfL believes newly launched DVSA ‘shows much promise’
A senior Transport for London (TfL) official has welcomed today’s launch of the newly formed Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), formed by the merger of Vosa and the DSA.
The Hub
Stobart Group shares awaiting deal bounce
Stobart Group’s plan to hive off (at least partially) the transport business that made its name may have won the support of shareholders at yesterday’s general meeting but that’s yet to filter through to its share price.
Industry News
Everywoman leadership academy set for 26 June
The date has been set for the 2014 Everywoman in Transport & Logistics Academy. It will take place at the De Vere Staverton Park Hotel, Daventry on 26 June. The Everywoman in Transport & Logistics Leadership Academy focuses on personal development – an essential consideration for any woman wishing to advance her career. Research commissioned […]
News
Culina puts 140 Volvo FHs into operation
Culina Logistics has put 140 Euro-5 Volvo FH tractor units on the road, purchased under derogation.
Industry News
BVRLA welcomes foreign lorry charges, but urges robust enforcement
The BVRLA has welcomed the introduction of the HGV Road User Levy, which comes into effect today (1 April) and means that foreign-registered lorries will have to pay to travel on UK roads.
Industry News
BVLRA says government must consider fleets in driving agencies review
The British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA) has urged the government to consider the needs of multiple vehicle operators with the reform of the UK motoring agencies.
Industry News
HGV Road User Levy ushers in level playing field for UK hauliers
Department for Transport minister Robert Goodwill on why the commencement of the HGV Road User Levy today (1 April) means a fairer deal for UK hauliers competing against foreign-registered rivals.