ST Logistics and Lenovo Partner to Revolutionise Warehouse Operations
Date: Monday, 20 January 2025 11:09
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Singapore-based ST Logistics has partnered with Lenovo to introduce advanced automation technologies into its warehouses, leveraging a new warehouse execution system and artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms. The system streamlines the flow of goods within warehouses,…
Call for Action to Prevent HGVs Using Town Roads as Shortcuts
Date: Monday, 20 January 2025 11:08
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Efforts are underway to discourage lorry and HGV drivers from using roads in Caversham and Reading as shortcuts to access the M4, amid rising concerns over road safety. Recent incidents, including lorries getting stuck under…
M&S Bolsters Fleet with Zero and Low Emission Vehicles
Date: Wednesday, 15 January 2025 10:02
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Marks & Spencer has announced the addition of 85 zero or low-emission vehicles to its logistics fleet as part of its Plan A commitment to achieve Net Zero by 2040. This investment aligns with the…
DB Schenker Introduces Remote-Controlled Forklifts in Logistics Operations
Date: Wednesday, 15 January 2025 10:01
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DB Schenker has unveiled remote-controlled forklifts at its contract logistics site in Kassel, Germany, marking a significant milestone in the company’s automation journey. Developed in collaboration with German start-up enabl Technologies, the forklifts are operated…
UK Enforces Sustainable Aviation Fuel Mandate
Date: Wednesday, 08 January 2025 12:05
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The UK has become the first country to enshrine a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Mandate into law, aiming for 10% of all jet fuel to be sustainable by 2030. Announced on 1st January, the mandate…
Challenges Hamper Electric Van Transition for Fleet Operators
Date: Wednesday, 08 January 2025 12:03
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Fleet operators are struggling with the shift to electric vans due to high upfront costs and insufficient charging infrastructure, according to a Department for Energy Security and Net Zero report conducted by TRL. Despite policies…
Hauliers Demand Clarity on Holyhead Port Reopening
Date: Monday, 30 December 2024 11:24
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Haulage firms are calling for improved communication regarding the reopening of Holyhead, one of the UK’s busiest ports, which has been closed since Storm Darragh caused significant damage. Located in Anglesey, north Wales, the port…
New Year Reminder for Drivers: Stay Safe Around HGVs
Date: Monday, 30 December 2024 11:23
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As the New Year begins and roads remain busy, motoring experts are reminding drivers to take extra care when overtaking heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) on motorways. Specialists from Smith Bros emphasised the importance of understanding…
Hydrogen Truck Plans for Wallsend Await Government Funding
Date: Friday, 27 December 2024 09:58
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Up to 80 hydrogen-powered trucks could be operating around Wallsend within five years if French-owned hydrogen producer Lhyfe secures government funding. The company has applied for support under the second Hydrogen Allocation Round (HAR), aiming…