DAF Trucks has announced a series of senior leadership changes across its UK and Ireland operations, as the business positions itself for a period of industry transformation and growth, writes Peter Brown. Nigel Beckett has been appointed managing director of DAF...
Certas Energy is accelerating its expansion into the truckstop market with the acquisition of the Ecclefechan site, the latest step in its broader plan to establish a nationwide network of facilities for drivers. The multi-million-pound deal adds a strategically...
Hauliers and lorry drivers have been warned that strong winds, heavy rain and snow over high ground will disrupt travel across large parts of Scotland over the Easter weekend, writes Peter Brown. The Met Office said Storm Dave is set to bring high winds and heavy...
DFDS Logistics Scotland has bolstered its Shetland fleet with the addition of seven insulated curtainsiders manufactured by Tiger Trailers, fully customised to meet the operator’s exact requirements. Designed and engineered for the transportation of fish within a...
Truck and van dealer AM Phillip Trucktech has opened the doors to a new Harris MAXUS UK dealership in Dyce, on the edge of Aberdeen, writes Peter Brown. The new facility marks AM Phillip’s return to Aberdeen with a permanent base, reflecting strong and sustained...
It has been 20 years since Protruck Auction first brought down the gavel on a wagon, and it will celebrate the milestone by hosting a drive-thru sale and raising money for charity. The sale will take place on Friday, 15 May, at the Protruck Auction site in Belton,...
National Highways will set up Operation Brock on the M20 ahead of the Easter getaway but frustration that no permanent solution has been found is boiling over in the logistics sector, writes Carol Millett. What was meant to be a short-term fix for post-Brexit...
The winners of SNAP’s inaugural Haul of Fame 2026 awards have been announced, with AWJ Penrith, Onroute Avon Lodge and JDR Truckstops among those recognised, writes Peter Brown. SNAP launched the awards last November to shine a spotlight on the drivers, sites and...
