Transport and Distribution News for Freight Forwarding, Haulage, 3PL/4PL & Contract Distribution in Europe

Paragon has enhanced its fleXipod proof of delivery system with a map-based track my driver service.

Logistics businesses should take the chance to speak out against the worsening skills shortage, according to FTA, as it calls on industry to support the call for evidence launched by the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Road Freight and Logistics.

In the new report "Smart Packaging 2019-2029", IDTechEx Research finds that electronic smart packaging will become a $1.8 Billion market in 2029.

CEVA Logistics is further consolidating its partnership with Fiat Chrysler Automotive (FCA) in Brazil by renewing its existing business partnership with the awarding of additional four and a half year contract.

Miniclipper Logistics, the fast-growing 3rd party logistics business, is using Paragon’s routing and scheduling software to enhance service delivery and maximise profitability within its nationwide operation.

To help customers gain insights into their fleets, Verizon Connect has partnered with Iveco, manufacturer of commercial and industrial vehicles, to provide customers with its comprehensive telematics and mobile workforce management software platform.

Priority Freight, provider of contingency logistics solutions, has appointed Steve Downing as Head of Group Projects.

Wincanton has been appointed to manage Britvic’s new, state of the art warehouse facility in Rugby, Warwickshire. Operations at the circa 273,000 sqft site went live last month.

Paragon Software Systems has expanded the functionality of its Live Management software to give transport operators greatly improved visibility at every step in the planning and execution process.

Packaging company Plasto-Sac UK is among the first in the sector to adopt new cloud transport management technology to improve the efficiency of its road haulage and distribution operations.

Softbox, global innovator and provider of temperature control packaging for the life science and logistics industries, has announced changes to the focus and talent of its leadership team to further develop products and services for the cold chain logistics industry.