General Transport & Distribution News

Truck-specific satellite navigation is the most logical solution for HGV drivers to ensure they avoid roads unsuitable for their vehicles. That is the view of TomTom Business Solutions in the wake of the Department for Transport's (DfT) plans to introduce a new sign warning HGV drivers when roads are unsuitable for their vehicles.

Palletforce has added another accolade to its growing list after being awarded the Investors In People standard.

The Government's plans to allow a long term trial of longer trucks onto UK roads could save the transport industry almost 400 million a year and see harmful CO2 emissions reduced by up to 163,000 tonnes annually.

Ferry booking specialist Freightlink has launched a new pan European delivery service to help UK manufacturers and freight forwarders save time and money.

FleetMatics has announced that Robbins Towing recently selected FleetMatics to assist in improving operational efficiencies and customer service.

The British International Freight Association (BIFA), the trade association and voice of UK freight forwarders, is urging its members to support the FairFuel UK campaign.

Global logistics services provider, Kerry Logistics, has secured a contract with IKEA to provide a broad range of services in Thailand.

Esselte, manufacturer of office products, has appointed transport specialist Rhys Davies Freight Logistics to deliver its products to wholesale customers and dealers throughout the UK and Ireland.

Airport Terminal Services (ATS) in partnership with Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has won the aircraft ground handling and cargo warehouse handling contract for China Cargo Airlines.

Southampton based freight forwarder and logistics firm Meachers Global Logistics has been appointed as the exclusive UK representative of the Global Freight Group(GFG).

Research findings show 62% of professionals say that packaging is their biggest environmental concern against food waste.