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Yorkshire scrap metal recycler and haulier in administration
One of the largest independent metal recycling companies in Europe and its transport arm have plunged into administration with the loss of more than 100 jobs.
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Dash Express joins Palletways UK and takes on 15 new staff
Family-run haulier Dash Express is to join Palletways UK network from next month and has recruited 15 staff to support the new pallet business.
Fines slashed to zero for compliant hauliers found to be carrying stowaways in trucks
RHA has welcomed a major change to the government’s controversial Clandestine Entrant Civil Penalty Scheme (CECPS) which sees fines imposed on drivers found to be carrying illegal immigrants in their trucks cut from £10,000 for every stowaway to zero.
Dangerous compliance gaps in tyre maintenance prompts call for action
New roadside data collected by TyreSafe and partners at major UK motorway service areas reveals a concerning divide in tyre compliance, with a low adoption rate of proactive technology and significant knowledge gaps among commercial drivers.
Yorkshire scrap metal recycler and haulier in administration
One of the largest independent metal recycling companies in Europe and its transport arm have plunged into administration with the loss of more than 100 jobs.
Loss of major contract led to Lancashire haulier’s closure
Earl Transport in Accrington collapsed after almost 30 years of trading when its largest customer enforced “uneconomical” restrictions on a contract and then withheld a £156,000 payment, new documents revealed.
Dash Express joins Palletways UK and takes on 15 new staff
Family-run haulier Dash Express is to join Palletways UK network from next month and has recruited 15 staff to support the new pallet business.
Government urged to fast track electric van legislation
Draft legislation, published following the DfT’s zero-emission vans consultation, should be approved as a matter of urgency to encourage the adoption of cleaner electric vehicles and help put an end to electric vans being treated as HGVs.
Fines slashed to zero for compliant hauliers found to be carrying stowaways in trucks
RHA has welcomed a major change to the government’s controversial Clandestine Entrant Civil Penalty Scheme (CECPS) which sees fines imposed on drivers found to be carrying illegal immigrants in their trucks cut from £10,000 for every stowaway to zero.
Dangerous compliance gaps in tyre maintenance prompts call for action
New roadside data collected by TyreSafe and partners at major UK motorway service areas reveals a concerning divide in tyre compliance, with a low adoption rate of proactive technology and significant knowledge gaps among commercial drivers.
Goodyear and TIP Group extend long-standing partnership
Goodyear and TIP Group have extended their long-term partnership for a further five years, marking 20 years of collaboration between the two companies.
Volvo Trucks celebrates grabbing largest share of HGV market in Europe in 2025
For the second year running, Volvo Trucks is the market leader in Europe for heavy-duty trucks, with an overall market share in Europe of 19.0% in 2025.
Yorkshire scrap metal recycler and haulier in administration
Loss of major contract led to Lancashire haulier’s closure
Dash Express joins Palletways UK and takes on 15 new staff
Government urged to fast track electric van legislation
Fines slashed to zero for compliant hauliers found to be carrying stowaways in trucks
Dangerous compliance gaps in tyre maintenance prompts call for action
Goodyear and TIP Group extend long-standing partnership
Volvo Trucks celebrates grabbing largest share of HGV market in Europe in 2025
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Yorkshire scrap metal recycler and haulier in administration
One of the largest independent metal recycling companies in Europe and its transport arm have plunged into administration with the loss of more than 100 jobs.
Loss of major contract led to Lancashire haulier’s closure
Earl Transport in Accrington collapsed after almost 30 years of trading when its largest customer enforced “uneconomical” restrictions on a contract and then withheld a £156,000 payment, new documents revealed.
Dash Express joins Palletways UK and takes on 15 new staff
Family-run haulier Dash Express is to join Palletways UK network from next month and has recruited 15 staff to support the new pallet business.
Goodyear and TIP Group extend long-standing partnership
Goodyear and TIP Group have extended their long-term partnership for a further five years, marking 20 years of collaboration between the two companies.
Kinaxia turbocharges digital transformation with multi-million pound investment
Kinaxia Logistics has unveiled a multi-million-pound investment in technology as it accelerates the digital transformation of the business.
The UK’s biggest trailer fleets: who’s winning and who’s losing?
The number of trailers operated by companies in the MT Fleet Data has increased over the past six months, rising by 0.5% to 244,767.
1,200 jobs at risk as Asda outsources George deliveries, GMB warns
Asda is planning to outsource delivery of its clothing brand George to DHL, risking up to 1,200 jobs in the process, the GMB Union is warning.
Carlsberg Britvic cheers addition of 37 Tiger trailers to its fleet
Beer and soft drinks specialist Carlsberg Britvic has changed supplier for the manufacture of 37 new trailers for its primary logistics operations.
Currie Solutions helps Palletforce boost capacity in Scotland
Domestic and international hauliers Currie Solutions has joined Palletforce, boosting the network’s capacity in the Edinburgh area.
Speedy Freight listed in top 100 UK franchisors
Courier Speedy Freight has been named as one of the country’s top franchisors in the HSBC Elite Franchise Top 100 (EF100).
Administration watch
Yorkshire scrap metal recycler and haulier in administration
One of the largest independent metal recycling companies in Europe and its transport arm have plunged into administration with the loss of more than 100 jobs.
Loss of major contract led to Lancashire haulier’s closure
Earl Transport in Accrington collapsed after almost 30 years of trading when its largest customer enforced “uneconomical” restrictions on a contract and then withheld a £156,000 payment, new documents revealed.
MT Transport and recycling firm sold for more than £3.5m
The pre-pack sale of a West Midlands metals recycler and its transport division just before Christmas cost its purchaser £3.6m, the administrator has confirmed.
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Government urged to fast track electric van legislation
Draft legislation, published following the DfT’s zero-emission vans consultation, should be approved as a matter of urgency to encourage the adoption of cleaner electric vehicles and help put an end to electric vans being treated as HGVs.
Fines slashed to zero for compliant hauliers found to be carrying stowaways in trucks
RHA has welcomed a major change to the government’s controversial Clandestine Entrant Civil Penalty Scheme (CECPS) which sees fines imposed on drivers found to be carrying illegal immigrants in their trucks cut from £10,000 for every stowaway to zero.
Dangerous compliance gaps in tyre maintenance prompts call for action
New roadside data collected by TyreSafe and partners at major UK motorway service areas reveals a concerning divide in tyre compliance, with a low adoption rate of proactive technology and significant knowledge gaps among commercial drivers.
Public electric HGV charging hubs launch at Baldock and Exeter services
Gridserve has opened two of the UK’s first public electric HGV charging hubs this week and is set to open another seven public eHGV charging hubs this year, as part of the Electric freightway project.
Volvo Trucks celebrates grabbing largest share of HGV market in Europe in 2025
For the second year running, Volvo Trucks is the market leader in Europe for heavy-duty trucks, with an overall market share in Europe of 19.0% in 2025.
Peel Ports transforms bulk cargo operations with new £4m partnership
Peel Ports Group has partnered with digitalisation specialist TBA to halve stock losses at key bulk cargo terminals, including the Port of Liverpool, the Port of Birkenhead, Runcorn Docks, and the King George V Dock in Glasgow.
Tighter EU border controls could “destroy” UK international hauliers, RHA warns
The RHA is renewing its calls for the UK government to negotiate a professional drivers’ exemption from the EU’s Schengen 90/180 rule, warning that UK international hauliers will lose work to EU rivals and face ruin, if the problem is not tackled.
Carlos Oliveira Rodrigues appointed senior VP of Renault Trucks Europe
Renault Trucks UK & Ireland has promoted MD Carlos Oliveira Rodrigues to the role of senior vice president of Renault Trucks Europe .
HGV technician dearth tackled in industry/college tie-in
The shortage of heavy vehicle technicians is being addressed with the creation of a partnership between a Leicestershire college and Logistics UK.
Sheds scale new heights as online retail alters storage needs
A 50% increase in the height of warehouses over the last 20 years has been driven by the growth in e-commerce and a need by operators to manage larger inventories with greater efficiency, according to a new report.
Interviews
“Fleets won’t switch until TCO and profit stack up — here’s how to make it work”
New Voltempo chief executive Simon Smith admits HGV fleets are holding off on electrification because high energy costs, standing charges, and underused infrastructure are eroding margins. But could smarter depot charging and energy management finally make electric trucks commercially viable?
Harris MAXUS expands technician training to tackle skills shortage
The Dublin-based importer has invested significantly in its training academy to meet rising demand from over 90 UK dealers, delivering structured programmes from system technician to master technician level with particular focus on electric vehicle safety and diagnostics.
Martin Willmor’s vision for DHL Supply Chain: strategy, challenges and growth targets
Returning to DHL at a pivotal moment, new UK&I CEO Martin Willmor lays out a focused five-point strategy - spanning growth sectors, transport reform, major startups and property investment - to steer the business confidently through a shifting economy
John Lewis cutting emissions today and in the future with the best technology available
The John Lewis Partnership’s fleet manager has cut transport emissions in half since 2018 by switching 500 trucks to bioCNG and trialling electric vehicles, achieving a major milestone by purchasing the company’s final diesel vehicle this year.
Hydrogen a viable option in a future multi-fuel zero carbon landscape
The HydraB group is targeting hydrogen pricing of £8/kg to 9/kg to achieve total cost of ownership parity with diesel equivalents, as CEO Harry Bowcott explains how an integrated approach across vehicle manufacturing, fuel production and infrastructure can simplify hydrogen adoption for fleet operators.
Malcolm Logistics looks for customer support for next steps on sustainability journey
Malcolm Logistics picked up the Haulier of the Year Award at the 2025 Motor Transport Awards, the second time the company has collected this coveted award.
“Cutting off the tail was the first step” — Angela Carus on leaving Boughey to reshape a local family firm
Seven months into her new role, the former Boughey MD explains why she left a major operator to take on the challenge of transforming Law Distribution
From turbulence to turnaround: Life after Charlie Shiels at ArrowXL
After years of upheaval and the departure of chief executive Charlie Shiels, ArrowXL is embarking on a recovery mission. Backed by French logistics giant Jacky Perrenot, new CEO Philippe Cuoc reveals his plan to rebuild the Wigan-based delivery firm from the inside out
Opinion
We’ll need more than derisory grants to electrify our 26-tonne-plus HGV fleet
For UK operators, the decision to transition from their existing internal combustion engine (ICE) fleets to electric alternatives is shrouded in uncertainty. A good example of this is the derisory £18m grant allocated to operators who are considering the procurement of electric trucks.
Europe’s used truck market has come of age - what it means for UK hauliers
As UK hauliers face rising costs, persistent driver shortages and new CO₂-linked road charges for European operations from 2026, 2025 marked a turning point in Europe’s used truck market — offering British fleets a clearer, more strategic path to renewal
Customs changes demand urgent digital shift for freight operators
International freight businesses must urgently modernise customs systems to meet incoming UK and EU regulatory changes, including ICS2 Phase 3, France’s ELO requirements, and enhanced HMRC transparency measures, warns Derry Bros customs manager Sarah-Louise Murray.
Connectivity: The key to driverless HGVs
As the UK pushes towards connected and autonomous freight, it is the resilience of our data networks, not just the vehicles themselves, that will determine success.
Contracts
Great Bear builds on relationship with Weetabix
Culina Group’s Great Bear has extended its transport contract with Weetabix for another three years.
DX and Rhenus strike up partnership for two-person home delivery services
DX has taken over Rhenus Logistics’ two-person home delivery services in the UK and Ireland after the two businesses formed a strategic partnership.
CitySprint builds on Wickes contract success
CitySprint has extended its partnership with home improvement retailer Wickes until the end of 2027.
Prolog takes on distribution for channel retailer Brand Creations
Fulfilment provider Prolog has struck a deal with the multi-channel retailer Brand Creations Group to manage the distribution of its products across the UK.
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