The driver shortage crisis is still affecting almost two-thirds (64%) of operators, according to a survey by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILTUK), with driver shortages more than doubling in Scotland. The CILT […]
ASCO has promoted Mike Pettigrew (pictured) to the role of UK MD. He replaces Glenn Hurren, who will officially retire in February 2023. In his new role Mike Pettigrew will lead the UK division of […]
The haulage community came together to remember Magnus Slater, founder of Scottish distribution firm M&H Carriers, following a memorial held in Aberdeen last week. He passed away unexpectedly in July from a sudden heart attack […]
XPO Logistics has introduced a rail element to its distribution work for plastic pipe manufacturer Wavin, cutting CO2 emissions by an estimated 58%, writes Chris Tindall. After signing a rail service agreement with Malcolm Logistics, […]
Mark Harper has replaced Anne-Marie Trevelyan after just seven weeks in the role. He said he was ‘delighted’ to have been appointed to the job by prime minister Rishi Sunak, and added: “Transport affects us […]
The RHA is calling on ministers to cut the red tape surrounding planning rules on new truck stops so that HGV drivers can have greater access to safe and secure roadside facilities. In light of […]
Scottish hauliers headed to Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh last week to learn how the rollout of Low Emission Zones (LEZs) across four of its major cities will affect them. The Scottish Government has mandated that […]
More safe and secure parking facilities for HGV drivers are key to attracting new people into the industry, a Transport Select Committee MP has told RHA members. Speaking at a National Lorry Week parliamentary reception […]
Road Transport Media (RTM), the leading media information business serving the CV and road freight sector, has announced a new brand: Freight Carbon Zero, dedicated to providing trusted, independent information about the race to zero […]
Despite the cost of doing business rising exponentially, McLanachan Transport remains in a ‘good position’ to grow, said its boss Damian McLanachan. The second-generation boss of the Uddingston business, spoke to Transport News about the […]
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