Parcel firm Evri said it had invested more than £3m into its fleet in preparation for the peak period, which included its first ever electric HGV and bio-CNG alternatives. The DAF XB eHGV will be in operation before Christmas; it has a range of up to 350km and can go from a 20% to 80% […]
Supply chain software provider FourKites has announced new capabilities within its AI-enabled booking solution Slot Manager, which it said further automates depot, warehouse, plant and cross-dock pickups. FourKites said nearly 20% of slots are rescheduled each year, which results in costly and time-consuming delays and interruptions to workflows. It said that by consolidating delivery schedules […]
Hawkins Logistics is now operating two Volvo FM Electric 4×2 tractor units, for local deliveries covering up to 250km each day. The Fradley, Staffs haulier said it was thrilled to be running two electric trucks, which replace diesel variants and show its commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. “Volvo has been a consistent brand in […]
GXO Logistics said it had extended its contract to deliver produce into Waitrose stores across the UK. The deal means GXO continues to operate two distribution hubs at the supermarket chain’s Milton Keynes depots in Magna Park and Brinklow. Gavin Williams, GXO UK and Ireland MD, said: “We look forward to deploying our expertise in […]
Hitachi said it would be the principal partner in a project that will see 140 eHGVs integrated into a charging network across 15 motorway charging sites. Launched following the government’s announcement this week that it would invest £200m in a refuelling and electric charging programme for trucks across the country, Hitachi said it would be […]
The administrator for electric truck maker Volta said it was considering all options for the UK company after it was appointed to the stricken firm following bankruptcy proceedings in Sweden. The manufacturer of the world’s first purpose-built 16-tonne electric truck said it had faced challenges since it started in 2019 and the move by its […]
Bartrums has put two new Aspall Cyder-liveried trailers out on the roads in support of its multi-million pound contract with the drinks brand. Built to a premium specification, the Lawrence David pillarless curtainsiders feature LED lighting, a rear roof air diffuser, a front air deflector and additional storage compartments. Read more Tremayne Johnson, operations director […]
The closure of Lincolnshire’s Mark Stewart International Transport led to 41 staff losing their jobs, according to its administrator. The North Killingholme, Grimsby haulier specialised in ferry trailer movement and hauling services and employed 46 staff, with an international licence authorising a total of 50 HGVs out of its Immingham operating centre. However, according to […]
Bullet Express has been acquired in a management buyout led by its MD John McKail, just days after announcing it had launched a new air cargo transport service. The company said the multi-million pound deal was backed by Panoramic Growth Equity and Maven Capital Partners. Its founders, cousins David McCutcheon and Gary Smith, will step […]
Freight software firm Forward Solutions said two of its longest-serving team members were now transitioning in their roles and passing on their knowledge to a new generation within the business. Nigel Smith (right) and Kevin Bell have held positions at Forward Solutions for over three decades and witnessed a significant amount of change over at […]