Reports that the introduction of the European Entry and Exit System (EES) is to be delayed has been welcomed by business group Logistics UK. The system, which will see passengers fingerprinted on entry to the […]
Today, 10th October, is World Mental Health Day and this year’s theme is workplace mental health, writes Peter Brown. The theme highlights the importance of addressing mental health and wellbeing in the workplace, for the […]
Hauliers based in and around the southwest of Scotland that use the A75 between Stranraer and Dumfries have been able to adapt to avoid the nighttime closures. The section of road being resurfaced is between […]
The RHA has come out in support of the Transport Focus’ Strategic Roads User Survey. Ashton Cull, RHA (Road Haulage Association) public affairs manager, said: “Roads are our industry’s workplace and this survey clearly reflects […]
For 20 years the Strategic Timber Transport Fund has helped fell community concerns in rural Scotland, boosted haulage operations and contributed to a more sustainable environment. But it is only beginning on its trek towards […]
When you start a journey, there is no telling where it might end. For three generations of the MacKenzie family that journey is still on the go. Born from a van used to deliver goods […]
The Cabinet Secretary for Transport has updated Parliament on plans aimed at enhancing road safety performance in Scotland. The Road Safety Framework to 2030 sets out a vision for Scotland to have the best road […]
Hire company B&B Contracts has moved to a new site at Lesmahagow, which has allowed the business to look towards new horizons. The hotbox rental fleet has grown by a third, the firm is now […]
Renfrew-based A&D Logistics ran a competition to spot any of its lorries on the road with a love heart on, with the winner getting to name one of the operators’ trucks. The winner was David […]
Installing vehicle charging points across Scotland at truck stops, fleet depots and ports can help road freight operators switch to all-electric fleets, writes Peter Brown. This comes from research carried out by Heriot-Watt University, whose […]
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