General Transport & Distribution News

DB Schenker Logistics was recently awarded global accreditation to Phase 2 of Cargo 2000's quality management system.

Penske Truck Leasing recently introduced a new corporate blog called, 'Move Ahead'. It serves as the official blog for Penske Truck Leasing, Penske Truck Rental, Penske Logistics and Penske Used Trucks.

Stuart Roberts explains how online retailers can gain a competitive edge by undertaking Packaging Value Analysis and identifying the optimum way to protect their products and maximise customer satisfaction.

Navteq has extended its relationship with advanced planning and fleet optimisation specialist, Ortec.

Rotherhithe-based ALD Logistics, has just completed a vehicle replacement programme that has seen the company move its once Mercedes LGV fleet to Volvo.

Parts specialist XPart has exceeded the sustainability targets set by its parent company Caterpillar Inc for the fourthyear running.

The cost of the January VAT rise may equate to a lot more than 2.5 per cent for many fleet operators, due to the hidden penalties incurred for late filing and making of payments.

APC Overnight has introduced a new time and cost saving integrated shipping label system to help customers with preparing and sending their next day deliveries.

Geodis UK Ltd, which trades in the UK under Geodis Calberson, has been certified as an authorised economic operator (AEO) by HM Revenue & Customs.

Transport and logistics company DSV has achieved SQAS, a safety and quality assessment for companies working with chemicals and dangerous goods, for its fourth UK site.

Wiltshire Council has launched a safe-driving scheme that could eventually be targeted at up to 5,000 employees who drive their own vehicles on work-related journeys.