With the start of a new year, haulage companies should be re-evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of their operations system. Your secret helper? Technology! By streamlining your operations through software, you can keep a better handling over
Finding the right person for any job in any industry can be a challenge but, due to the recruitment crisis that’s affecting many haulage companies, an already difficult job has become much harder. If you are thinking about a recruitment drive for y
Now that 2017 is in the rear view mirror, it’s time to embrace all that 2018 has to offer. Regardless of whether 2017 was good to you or whether you’re muttering ‘good riddance’ under your breath, 2018 is sure to be filled with new opportunit
In welcome news for UK haulage companies with drivers regularly delivering loads to, from and around Wales, oil distributor Oil 4 Wales has launched a new 24-hour truck stop at its Brecon depot, providing a much-needed facility for the local transpor
Perhaps only those in the transport industry can really understand just how influential an invention the seemingly humble shipping container has been. Recognised as one of the most impactful innovations of the twentieth century, it has affected globa
Having just taken a break to celebrate New Year’s Eve, it’s important to remember that Chinese New Year is just around the corner, too. Your colleagues in China will soon be off the radar, as their two-week festivities begin on 16 February and la
As it turns out, Black Friday isn’t just about buying massively discounted TVs and iPads. Haulage companies are reaping the benefits, too. Eddie Stobart, a principal logistics and supply company based in the UK, used Black Friday to sell its popula
Award season is here and the honours keep on rolling in! In mid-November, the Commercial Motor Awards were held in Birmingham, where this year’s winners were announced. I’m happy to report that Dennison Commercials received the prestigious Franch
I have some exciting news for you: Scotland’s Transport Woman of the Year was announced earlier this month. This year’s winner is – drum roll, please – Angela Martin! She is a brilliant employee at one of the major haulage companies in Grange
Many haulage companies experience a lack of drivers at some point throughout the year – especially around the holiday season. So, how do you quickly find qualified truck drivers you can trust? Hiring from an agency is a great option to help restore
Its hard to turn on the news these days without hearing about rising pollution, and it seems as though diesel is always the villain of the piece due to the high level of emissions which come from diesel vehicles.
For anyone working in the logistics sector, InterLogistika is an important annual event. Bringing together experts from haulage companies and leaders in the logistics industry, the event, held annually in Moscow, comprises an exposition of products a
I come bearing fantastic news this month the Freight Transport Associations 2,000 Recovery members and their 86,000 mixed vehicle fleets will continue to benefit from the AAs breakdown services. The FTA has renewed its contract with the AA