Browsing: Logistics & Supply Chain

Seven, the privately-owned logistics support services group based in Ipswich, has acquired H J Calver Ltd, the Felixstowe based container transport company for an undisclosed sum.

Matthews Transport has joined the Fortec Pallet Distribution Network, taking responsibility for the Manchester ‘M’ postcode.

Freight forwarder, Davies Turner is expanding on its partnership with The Raben Group in Poland, to offer twice weekly trailer services to the Ukraine, moving via Raben Logistics hub in Warsaw.

TNT’s first quarter sales were up 8.9 per cent to 2,647m euros while the profit from continuing operations was up 6.9 per cent at 216m euros.

Norbert Dentressangle Logistics has secured a five-year renewal to manage Ikea’s Doncaster distribution centre.

There are clever technical solutions for every supply chain activity – so why does everyone use spreadsheets? By Penelope Ody

EWS has a new track access contract with Network Rail, providing access to the rail network until the end of 2015. Keith Heller, EWS chief executive said: “This long-term contract is a milestone in achieving significant growth in freight by rail.

GAC Shanghai has achieved the ISO 9001:2000 certification in quality management system for its logistics and shipping operations.