Virgin Atlantic has welcomed the UK think tank Policy Exchange’s statement that sustainable biofuels should be used to cut emissions in the aviation industry

Procurement and finance professionals are at risk of being hoodwinked by spend analysis software vendors, warns Rosslyn Analytics.

Rail freight operator DB Schenker reckons that the government’s plan to electrify UK rail will pave the way for further carbon reductions and quicken the move of freight off road and onto rail.

Specialist parts and distribution company ByBox has launched a pre-10am-to-site service.

Howard Tenens is introducing dual-fuel technology to its 200-strong fleet in a move to cut carbon emissions.

JDA Software has acquired German retail software vendor Strategix Enterprise Technology, which will increase its offering in central and eastern Europe.

The Freight Transport Association is calling for more “common sense” to be used when deciding where to site rail freight interchanges and terminals.

i2 Technologies has launched version 6.3.1 of its Transport Manager, Transport Planner and Transport Modeller software systems, designed to help companies “wring” additional value from their supply chains.

Former Pall-Ex commercial director Tony Mellor has left the pallet network to become commercial director of Octavian Security.

Vehicle auction company British Car Auctions reckons now could be a good time for companies to buy replacement light commercials.