Archive for July, 2019

  • CMG Rescue increases workshop capacity with TotalKare

    on Jul 31, 19 • in UK News • with Comments Off on CMG Rescue increases workshop capacity with TotalKare

    The UK road network is set to benefit from the increased availability of recovery vehicles – particularly in the South East – after CMG Rescue installed a mobile column lift solution from TotalKare

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  • The NX Group chooses Paragon’s routing and scheduling software

    on Jul 31, 19 • in UK News • with Comments Off on The NX Group chooses Paragon’s routing and scheduling software

    The NX Group, a provider of secure supply chain solutions for the high-tech, beauty, and food and beverage sectors, has adopted Paragon’s routing and scheduling software to streamline transport planning and meet diverse customer requirements. The logistics specialist is using the Paragon solution to manage an expanding fleet of vans and HGVs that handles delicate collections and timed deliveries within its nationwide distribution operation. 

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  • FTA keeps Northern Ireland logistics front and centre

    on Jul 30, 19 • in UK News • with Comments Off on FTA keeps Northern Ireland logistics front and centre

    FTA, the only business organisation representing the logistics sector, has outlined the importance of the industry at an exclusive meeting with Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Julian Smith, at Stormont

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  • RHA urges Brexit supremo to keep goods flowing

    on Jul 30, 19 • in UK News • with Comments Off on RHA urges Brexit supremo to keep goods flowing

    The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has called on the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, Michael Gove MP to act urgently so that goods can continue to flow across borders if there’s a ‘no-deal’ Brexit

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  •  RHA urges government to do more

    on Jul 29, 19 • in UK News • with Comments Off on  RHA urges government to do more

    The government must do more to help businesses prepare for a ‘no-deal’ Brexit, says the Road Haulage Association

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  • FTA’s essential handbooks updated

    on Jul 29, 19 • in UK News • with Comments Off on FTA’s essential handbooks updated

    The increasing number of vehicles on the road and constantly changing regulations that need to be observed could make life increasingly complicated for the professional driver.  To help them do their job safely and responsibly, the FTA has updated its two popular drivers’ handbooks – one for HGV drivers and one for van drivers – with the key up to the minute compliance information which must be provided to drivers of commercial vehicles by their employer

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  • FTA chooses FAST LEAN SMART scheduling software

    on Jul 25, 19 • in UK News • with Comments Off on FTA chooses FAST LEAN SMART scheduling software

    The Freight Transport Association (FTA) is transforming its Vehicle Inspection Service (VIS) by deploying FAST LEAN SMART (FLS) real-time automated software to introduce a new, more efficient work scheduling process in conjunction with Microsoft Dynamics

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  • Shortlist announced for FTA Logistics Awards 2019 

    on Jul 24, 19 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Shortlist announced for FTA Logistics Awards 2019 

    FTA has announced the 58 finalists in the running to win an accolade at the prestigious FTA Logistics Awards 2019, following a record number of entrants this year. The awards, now in their third year, celebrate the companies and individuals who have made a significant contribution to the logistics and supply industry and have become acknowledged as the ultimate celebration of one of the UK’s most important industry sectors. FTA’s Logistics Awards 2019 are sponsored by CEVA Logistics, FTA Recovery and Santander. 

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  • Wightlink launches a new flexible freight shipping initiative

    on Jul 24, 19 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Wightlink launches a new flexible freight shipping initiative

    Wightlink is offering haulage companies the opportunity to deliver goods to and from the Isle of Wight in a more flexible way by using its new ‘drop trailer’ system

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  • Renault ramps up Range T High production

    on Jul 23, 19 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Renault ramps up Range T High production

    Renault Trucks is ramping up production of its flagship Range T High model, doubling output to meet growing demand from UK and Ireland customers

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  • FTA reiterates call for frictionless border

    on Jul 23, 19 • in UK News • with Comments Off on FTA reiterates call for frictionless border

    The Freight Transport Association (FTA), the business organisation, which represents the interests of the logistics industry in the UK and Ireland has reiterated its call for a frictionless border in Ireland after Brexit

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  • Keep borders free flowing says RHA

    on Jul 23, 19 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Keep borders free flowing says RHA

    The Road Haulage Association is calling on the new Prime Minister, Boris Johnson to ensure that borders between the UK and EU remain free flowing after Brexit

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