Archive for the ‘UK News’ Category

  • Protecting lone workers in transport and logistics

    on Apr 21, 21 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on Protecting lone workers in transport and logistics

    Peoplesafe is holding a free webinar to provide guidance on protecting lone workers in the road transport and logistics sector.  The online event will be held on Wednesday 28th April at 10.30am GMT and will discuss the threats facing drivers and other vulnerable staff; the legal responsibilities of businesses working within the supply chain; and the steps needed to safeguard those working alone

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  • TruTac partners with Confederation of Passenger Transport

    on Apr 21, 21 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on TruTac partners with Confederation of Passenger Transport

    New to the coach and bus industry and launching this month, CPT Fleet Management provides PSV operators a system to plan and manage all vehicle maintenance and compliance requirements using the latest technology from TruTac

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  • Many couriers and home delivery drivers feel unsafe at work

    on Apr 15, 21 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on Many couriers and home delivery drivers feel unsafe at work

    One in five (20%) home delivery professionals have been attacked or threatened by members of the public, while over a third (35%) feel at risk while they are out working alone, especially at night or when in isolated locations. These are the key findings of a survey conducted by lone worker protection specialist Peoplesafe that was completed by over 500 couriers and delivery drivers

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  • TPN invests in bespoke training platform

    on Apr 13, 21 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on TPN invests in bespoke training platform

    THE Pallet Network (TPN) has invested in e-learning platform HebeData, which it is populating with entirely bespoke content to complement the work of onsite trainers at all levels of the operation

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  • Logistics UK celebrates 11 years of Van Excellence

    on Apr 13, 21 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on Logistics UK celebrates 11 years of Van Excellence

    As Logistics UK celebrates the 11-year anniversary of Van Excellence – its scheme that promotes the safe and efficient operation of vans – the organisation’s Head of Consulting & Standards, Sharon Mitchell, says now is the ideal time to celebrate the incredible determination of van drivers to support UK society and the economy during the COVID-19 pandemic

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  • RHA welcomes news of changes to border control timings  T

    on Mar 30, 21 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on RHA welcomes news of changes to border control timings  T

    The RHA has welcomed Michael Gove’s announcement of a delay to post-Brexit SPS import checks until October.  The association believes it buys valuable extra time for traders and hauliers to prepare for the new complex border arrangements

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  • Logistics operator cuts driver infringements using TruTac

    on Mar 30, 21 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on Logistics operator cuts driver infringements using TruTac

    Trucklink EU Limited, the palletised freight distribution and e-commerce supply chain specialists, have virtually eliminated driver infringements since installing TruTac’s tachograph analysis reporting and driver debriefing software

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  • VisionTrack appoints James Littlechild as head of corporate sales  

    on Mar 24, 21 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on VisionTrack appoints James Littlechild as head of corporate sales  

    VisionTrack has strengthened its senior management team, with James Littlechild joining the video telematics specialist as Head of Corporate Sales. This latest appointment will support the company’s business strategy and ongoing expansion both in the UK and internationally

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  • FTA Ireland welcomes AFHDV Purchase Grant Scheme

    on Mar 16, 21 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on FTA Ireland welcomes AFHDV Purchase Grant Scheme

    FTA Ireland has welcomed news this week that the government is set to launch its €2million Alternatively-Fuelled Heavy Duty Vehicle (AFHDV) Purchase Grant Scheme

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  • FTAI calls for urgent government action on trade 

    on Mar 15, 21 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on FTAI calls for urgent government action on trade 

    FTA Ireland (FTAI) has welcomed the UK government’s announcement regarding the extension of trade easements for imports into Great Britain from the EU but has called for urgent action from the Irish government to do more to protect Irish businesses’ interests in the longer term

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