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Drivers targeted by gangs to transport clandestines across borders
Lorry drivers are being actively recruited by criminal gangs to smuggle migrants in and out of the UK and risking prison sentences, according to law enforcers.
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JS Davidson hails forthcoming UK/EU SPS trade deal
Temperature-controlled firm JS Davidson said new sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) rules were a significant step towards restoring smoother trade in food and agri products between the UK and EU.
Podfather praised for cutting Tarmac hauliers’ unladen mileage
Tarmac said its use of route planning and optimisation tools from Podfather was helping to increase third-party hauliers’ productivity and efficiency.
Middlesbrough haulage operator fined £250,000 for worker fatality
A haulage company in the North East has been fined £250,000 after one of its employees died while working in a shipping container.
JS Davidson hails forthcoming UK/EU SPS trade deal
Temperature-controlled firm JS Davidson said new sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) rules were a significant step towards restoring smoother trade in food and agri products between the UK and EU.
Podfather praised for cutting Tarmac hauliers’ unladen mileage
Tarmac said its use of route planning and optimisation tools from Podfather was helping to increase third-party hauliers’ productivity and efficiency.
Middlesbrough haulage operator fined £250,000 for worker fatality
A haulage company in the North East has been fined £250,000 after one of its employees died while working in a shipping container.
Drivers targeted by gangs to transport clandestines across borders
Lorry drivers are being actively recruited by criminal gangs to smuggle migrants in and out of the UK and risking prison sentences, according to law enforcers.
New van market falls in October as electric van uptake dips
UK deliveries of new light commercial vehicles (LCVs) fell by 15.1% in October, with 22,896 vans, pickups and 4x4s registered, whilst uptake of electric vans declined for the first time in over a year, according to research from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders’ (SMMT).
“Challenging” market sees W. H. Malcolm profits slide in 2024
W. H. Malcolm saw pre-tax profit dip in 2024, despite improved turnover, thanks to “challenging and competitive” market conditions, supply chain inflation and a “difficult economic backdrop” in the Scottish construction sector.
DAF Trucks launches special offer on 100 XD Electric trucks and pledges five-year TCO
DAF Trucks is offering a limited-time offer on 100 XD Electric 350 FT 4x2 tractor units, backed by a pledge that the truck will deliver parity on total cost of ownership (TCO) at 42-tonnes GCW over five years, compared with an equivalent diesel-powered truck.
Palletline sails through audits to retain ISO accreditations
Birmingham-headquartered Palletline has impressed auditors with a star performance to secure the prestigious ISO 50001 accreditation for energy management.
JS Davidson hails forthcoming UK/EU SPS trade deal
Podfather praised for cutting Tarmac hauliers’ unladen mileage
Middlesbrough haulage operator fined £250,000 for worker fatality
Drivers targeted by gangs to transport clandestines across borders
New van market falls in October as electric van uptake dips
“Challenging” market sees W. H. Malcolm profits slide in 2024
DAF Trucks launches special offer on 100 XD Electric trucks and pledges five-year TCO
Palletline sails through audits to retain ISO accreditations
Operator news
JS Davidson hails forthcoming UK/EU SPS trade deal
Temperature-controlled firm JS Davidson said new sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) rules were a significant step towards restoring smoother trade in food and agri products between the UK and EU.
Podfather praised for cutting Tarmac hauliers’ unladen mileage
Tarmac said its use of route planning and optimisation tools from Podfather was helping to increase third-party hauliers’ productivity and efficiency.
Middlesbrough haulage operator fined £250,000 for worker fatality
A haulage company in the North East has been fined £250,000 after one of its employees died while working in a shipping container.
“Challenging” market sees W. H. Malcolm profits slide in 2024
W. H. Malcolm saw pre-tax profit dip in 2024, despite improved turnover, thanks to “challenging and competitive” market conditions, supply chain inflation and a “difficult economic backdrop” in the Scottish construction sector.
Palletline sails through audits to retain ISO accreditations
Birmingham-headquartered Palletline has impressed auditors with a star performance to secure the prestigious ISO 50001 accreditation for energy management.
XPO Logistics lands partnership with MG Motors UK to manage new Daventry warehouse
XPO Logistics has sealed a partnership deal with iconic automotive brand MG Motor UK to manage its newly launched warehousing and parts distribution centre in Daventry, Northamptonshire.
Complex shipping rules for SMEs could cost UK over £40bn, Evri warns
The UK economy faces a potential £40bn hit as a result of costly and complicated shipping processes, a new study has found.
Davies Turner and Torrestir forge strategic partnership spanning UK and Portugal
Freight forwarding companies Davies Turner and the Torrestir Group are combining their strengths, expertise and local market knowledge to deliver enhanced transport and logistics services between the UK and Portugal.
Pallet-Track accelerates expansion of Oldham haulier
An Oldham logistics specialist is creating 10 new jobs and investing £500,000 in new facilities due to rapid growth.
Administration watch
Midlands transport firm collapses following financial difficulties
More than 100 staff at a Ledbury-based haulage company have lost their jobs after it entered administration this month.
Pre-pack sale of Yorkshire haulier saves dozens of jobs
An East Yorkshire haulier established over 50 years ago has been sold in a pre-pack deal to its directors after it collapsed into administration, saving all 45 jobs.
Long-standing Greater Manchester haulier collapsed after losing major contracts
A haulage firm in the North West that had been trading successfully since the 1960s closed down this summer after losing a series of key contracts, resulting in significant losses in 2023 and 2024.
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Industry news
Drivers targeted by gangs to transport clandestines across borders
Lorry drivers are being actively recruited by criminal gangs to smuggle migrants in and out of the UK and risking prison sentences, according to law enforcers.
Taxing logistics sector will only hamper growth, industry warns Chancellor
Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ speech today (4 November), which appeared to pave the way for further tax rises in this month’s Budget, has been met with alarm by the logistics and SME sectors.
October transport prices drop as demand falls ahead of Black Friday, TEG Price Index reveals
October saw haulage and courier prices drop compared to September, partly driven by the impact of Black Friday on consumer demand during the month, the latest TEG Price Index has revealed.
Gaps in cyber policy leaving transport and storage firms at risk, new research warns
Amid a string of high-profile attacks this year, the transportation and storage sector is facing critical gaps in governance and oversight, according to new research.
Driver tech overload risks bridge strike safety, hauliers warn
Fleet operators say they are walking a tightrope between embracing new technology to prevent bridge strikes and overloading drivers with too many in-cab systems — especially among an ageing workforce struggling to adapt to constant digital change.
Jailed lorry driver’s dashcam captures horror crash that caused life-changing injuries
A lorry driver who crashed into a queue of stationary vehicles on the A27 near Chichester, causing life changing injuries to three people, has been jailed for over three years, Sussex police said this week.
Driven by You: National Lorry Week launches today
The RHA’s eleventh National Lorry Week has launched today (3 November), kick-starting its annual celebration of the people and businesses that keep Britain moving.
£10m redevelopment set to boost capacity at Eastfloat Terminal at Birkenhead
The Eastfloat Terminal at Birkenhead Port is to be revitalised by a £10m redevelopment, strengthening the Mersey region’s critical maritime and logistics infrastructure.
Generation Logistics adds another wave of major sponsors for fourth year
Generation Logistics has confirmed a further wave of supporters for the fourth year of its industry awareness campaign, including GXO, Indurent, Morrisons, RHA, Tesco, Welch Group, WS Transport and Wincanton.
Industry demands electricity bill cut enjoyed by others
Logistics must be included as one of the sectors receiving a discount in electricity costs after the government announced hundreds of firms would get help slashing their bills, Logistics UK has urged.
Interviews
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
“Cyber threat now critical" - tech CEO reveals how to protect your business
Ransomware attacks on transport fleets are escalating, exposing weaknesses in outdated IT systems. Trimble chief executive Rob Painter and technical lead Jonah McIntire tell Motor Transport that moving to AI-powered, cloud-based platforms isn’t just vital for cybersecurity - it’s also key to boosting efficiency, automating routine tasks, reducing emissions and ...
Slash costs and kill downtime – expert panel reveals the tech that can transform your operation
The RHA Future Forum in Birmingham saw industry leaders share how digital technologies are already driving big savings and smarter operations in logistics. From cutting empty miles to predicting maintenance and supporting decarbonisation, these emerging tools are making a real difference. If you’re not exploring them yet, now’s the time ...
Operators willing to electrify but lack of charging holding them back says Logistics UK
Lamech Solomon has been Logistics UK’s head of decarbonisation policy since May 2025, and his CV includes almost two years at the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS).
Aegis Energy takes the long view of shared access eHGV charging
A casual visitor to the Road Transport Expo held at NAEC Stoneleigh in June might get the impression that most trucks sold today are electric, given the preponderance of new EV models on the OEM stands. The truth of course is very different, with SMMT figures for Q1 of 2025 ...
Culina boss - ‘Stobart lacked focus, hence the change…’
Culina Group chief executive Liam McElroy expands on his plans to streamline the operation and simplify its structure
Opinion
Logistics must seize the devolution opportunity
While representing Logistics UK at recent political party conferences, it became clear to me that the English devolution agenda is picking up speed — presenting a powerful opportunity for the logistics sector, but only if we grasp it.
Bridge strikes: how to protect your O-licence and business from disaster
Bridge strikes rank just below fatal road accidents in the list of transport operators’ worst nightmares, says Ian McCarron of McCarron Coates. But fear alone won’t prevent them - preparation, technology, and legal readiness can make all the difference
Entry/Exit System will soon affect international operators
On 12 October, the EU will roll out the Entry/Exit System (EES), replacing passport stamping with biometric checks at Schengen borders. This system will also be used to strictly enforce the 90/180 rule which will affects UK passport holders visiting Europe.
Burn the carbon-free myth
Please can you give Mr Potter a medal? It is about time more people like him were given a stronger voice to burn the myth that battery electric is carbon free.
Contracts
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.
Fraikin contract deal a real glass act
Glass supplier Clayton Glass has signed its first ever contract hire deal with Fraikin and taken delivery of three new 18-tonne rigids, after a recommendation from one of its customers.
Masters Logistics continues partnership with British Sugar
Knowles’ group company Masters Logistical has signed a three-year contract with British Sugar, building on its longstanding partnership with the manufacturer.
ITD Global assists with Norwich City FC kit deliveries
Logistics management specialist ITD Global has extended its partnership with Norwich City Football Club and will continue to ensure its new shirts are delivered safely to fans.
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