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Clean Air Zone postponement a lifeline for businesses

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has welcomed news that the government is postponing the introduction of all Clean Air Zone (CAZs) until 2021.

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Stena Line to furlough 600 employees and make 150Ā redundant

Stena Line is set to furlough 600 employees with 15 redundancies across the UK and the Republic of Ireland.

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Van Excellence celebrates 10 years in operationĀ Ā 

More vans than ever before are now being operated to the highest standards of safety, compliance and efficiency, thanks to Van Excellence, a scheme administered by FTA. Celebrating the scheme’s ten-year anniversary, FTA is pleased to announce 2019 was another successful year with 105 companies achieving Van Excellence recognition.

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Logistics needs further financial supportĀ says FTA

FTA, the business group which represents the logistics industry, has welcomed announcements from the Treasury expanding financial support for the industry, but called for further support for the sector to ensure that goods and services continue to move freely in such unprecedented circumstances.

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Camera Telematics launches global reseller programme

Camera Telematics has launched a new reseller programme targeting the UK and worldwide resellers with the availability of Camera Telematics’ advance onboard digital camera, ā€˜Street Angel’.

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ShopftaĀ celebrates 50 years as trusted supplier to industry

FTA the only business organisation representing all of the logistics sector, is celebrating the 50th anniversaryof its shop, which was launched in April 1970.

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RHA calls for change to furlough rules to save livesĀ 

The haulage industry can quickly deliver the PPE health workers need in the fight against COVID-19, according to RHA chief executive, Richard Burnett.

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UK truck drivers rise to the COVID-19 challenge

With measures to counter the spread of Covid-19 across the UK coming into effect, national supply chains are being put to the test as demand for essential goods soars across the country. While some industries have experienced a reduction or halt in activity, volumes in demand for the food, beverage,...

Logistics specialist looks to Mandata cloud for remote-working solution

As Covid-19 bears down on the transport industry, North West Logistics’ recent move to Mandata’s cloud-based TMS means that not only can customers be provided with real-time information but also, North West Logistics’ personnel can remotely access systems from home.

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Illuminated vehicle safety signage provides increased roadside protection

A newly-launched business is helping to create a safer working environment for delivery professionals operating at the roadside. Inspace Media’s illuminated chevron and safety signage solutions uses unique and revolutionary technology that dramatically improves vehicle visibility, so home delivery and road transport businesses can mitigate fleet risk and overcome duty...

Team unites for urgent Nightingale delivery

Specialist 3PL operator Europa Warehouse and its transport team in Dartford jumped into action last weekend to assist with the delivery of urgently needed medical beds.

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Pall-Ex celebrates Haulage Heroes with new #LoveLogistics campaign

Pall-Ex is behind the wheel of a new campaign designed to celebrate the UK’s Haulage Heroes who are keeping supply chains moving during the UK’s coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown.

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