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Guide to funding support for logistics employers
...roles across our industry, not least HGV drivers,” she explains, “but many employers are confused about how to access vital funding in order to recruit and train new workers. This...
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Fuelling the partnership
...As part of the new deal DHL has upgraded its entire fleet, bringing in 56 new Scania tractor units to be utilised by the 206 drivers assigned to the Morrisons’...
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Taking action in Ireland
...the industry,” said Mark Askew, chief executive of the Federation of Petroleum Suppliers and first speaker. Highlighting the very important role drivers have as the industry’s PR men, a view...
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Making a visible difference
...Manslaughter Act 2007. The NEW Spectrum helmet from Hazchem Safety Hazchem Safety has developed compliant garments which are designed to meet drivers’ specific requirements. Brent Douglass, the company’s sales and...
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Diversifying into truckstops
...of truckstops across the country, offering drivers and companies good-value, high-quality truckstops outside of those owned by the oil companies and large group networks. (l-r) Brian York and Richard Ollis...
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‘Team Stobart’ completes Lake District Trek to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Society
...the business. Lead by routing assistant, Willie Johnston, the team included general manager Steven Hindmarsh, drivers Colin Davidson, David Lamb, and Ian Bouch and sales & marketing coordinator Layla Marks....
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Rebranded JET tankers support Road Safety Week
...customers, drivers and staff. Road Safety Week provides a great opportunity to do this in a way that is fun but also gets across a serious message.” The move was...
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Kettlewell Fuels expands delivery fleet
...giving us even more flexibility within our already versatile fleet. “We also like to ensure our drivers are looked after in terms of comfort. I’m pleased to say we’ve had...
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Next generation joins family-owned fuel distributor
...and it’s a great pleasure to be of service to our loyal customers. If you could change one thing in the industry, what would it be? To change drivers’ hours...
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UKIFDA unveils industry award categories for 2025 Show
...award is now open for entries, and nominations for the remaining four categories will open in the New Year. This award recognises delivery drivers who uphold exceptional standards, demonstrate quick...
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Overwhelming response to Abbey Logistics rainbow request
...road tanker logistics company for bulk food powders and liquids wanted to find a way to remind everyone to stay positive and to show their support for all drivers across...
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Activists claim oil terminals were ‘totally blocked’ in new protests
...to deal with incidents like these and have acted swiftly. Road disruption is currently minimal and I’d like to thank local drivers, workers, and business for their patience.” Tuesday morning...
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Ferguson Fuels: family-run, with customers at its heart
...at the time and I remember the excitement among the drivers for it coming into the fleet.” What of Ferguson’s future? It seems it is not just award success that...
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Holding steady in challenging times
...drivers behind the wheel. “This market is still buoyant, but the commercial side isn’t as big as it once was,” said Adrian. “I pulled away from filling stations when an...
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Barton Petroleum improves fleet safety and driver performance with Mircolise
...that will deliver a quantifiable ROI. “We are confident that our investment will introduce an enhanced level of operating performance and efficiency while protecting and supporting our drivers.” Nadeem Raza,...
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In Conversation with United Fuels
...the team we have at United Fuels. Our people make the difference. From our drivers to the office staff, we get to know our customers and enjoy building those relationships...
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A change in direction for Thomas Silvey
...application allows drivers to record mileage for each journey and any receipts, be it for fuel or subsistence. Miles Monitor’s driver licence checking service has proved equally popular, saving companies...
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Certa price matches HVO with diesel and joins Škoda to press for fuel switch
...so we believe drivers of diesel cars will switch to HVO if they are encouraged to do so and if they understand that it works as a drop-in replacement without...