Wincanton’s policy of expanding in growing markets helped it push its underlying operating profit up 15 per cent to 52.4m in the year to 31 March. As the same time sales rose by 12 per cent to £2.16bn.
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A number of innovative fork lift truck technologies were unveiled at this year’s CeMat trade fair show.
There is a strong correlation between sustainability and the future supply chain of the consumer products and retail industry, according to a new study by the Global Commerce Initiative together with Capgemini.
Logistics Showroom, the new format exhibition held at Solar, Magna Park on 21st and 22nd May, attracted a record number of visitors, increasing attendance by 20 per cent.
Glass container manufacturer Ardagh Glass has extended its partnership with logistics specialist Norbert Dentressangle for a further five years, continuing its 32 year relationship.
Small and medium businesses looking to upgrade their commercial fleet could get a better deal at auction, according to vehicle auction company BCA.
Bakery company Greggs has installed Paragon routeing and scheduling software, following a trial at its Manchester bakery, which helped reduce its fleet size by eight vehicles resulting in an estimated annual saving of £200,000.
The Lloyd Fraser Group has acquired a 72,000 sq ft shared user distribution centre located near the M1 and M6 in Rugby.
Transport secretary Ruth Kelly has rejected proposals to trial more efficient lorries, claiming that they are impractical in the UK.
Raising kerbside loading limits from 20 to 40 minutes has helped to reduce the number of Penalty Charge Notices received by operators by up to 75 per cent, according to the Freight Transport Association.
