The Government unveiled their Budget plans today, with some good news for those whose livelihood is made out on the UK’s roads. Will fuel duty has been frozen, the 1% increase that was originally planned for September now scrapped, the Freight Transport Association (FTA) has voiced its disappointment that it won’t be reduced. The fuel […]
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Ensure you can see through the snow
Jan
25
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With more snow scheduled for later today and due to affect most for the UK, there are certain do’s and don’ts when driving in the snow. The first and most logical is don’t drive in thick snow unless it’s absolutely essential. The second would be to ensure that you clear your car before driving off. […]
Young Motorists hit by rise in Insurance Premiums
Jan
21
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We all knew it was coming, but that doesn’t mean it hurts any less… Young drivers, especially females are now reaping the misfortunes of the UK being part of the EU Gender Directive. The scheme is supposed to equate fairness across insurance premiums in drivers, but has come as a shock to the young female’s […]
Rail Freight Prices To Rise
Jan
16
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The Office of the Rail Regulator’s (ORR’s) has announced its intention to raise charges for rail freight. The proposed increase could result in up to a 23% rise in tariffs to access tracks, with the transportation of certain commodities, such as spent nuclear fuel, seeing freight specific charges phased in between 2014 and 2019. As […]
New Logistics Office For Dachser To Open In The Netherlands
Jan
15
15
German Intelligent Logistics company, Dachser, is opening one of its largest branches in Europe. With construction currently underway in Zevenaar, the new Netherlands based branch will begin operations this summer. With an investment of over €22 million, the new 30,000 square metre complex will house a three storey office building, cross dock and warehouse facilities, […]
Insurance Top Tips
Jan
11
11
Insurance for delivery drivers and couriers is vastly different to the private policies they may also have. For anyone looking to source insurance as a courier there’s a few different types you’re going to need to take a look at. Van insurance: business use vehicle insurance that protects your vehicle against accidents. Much like private […]
Must Have Apps
Jan
9
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It’s been said that for whatever situation you find yourself in you’ll find there’s an app to help get you out of it. With the rise of smartphones bringing the internet to your pocket, apps have begun to impact on our daily lives in ways that no one could have foreseen just a handful of […]
Pall-Ex Buys Cornish – Intercounty Distribution
Jan
2
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Cornish based haulier, Intercounty Distribution, have been bought by Pall-Ex after its Managing Director, Nick Coombes, announced his intention to retire. Pall-Ex, founded by Dragon’s Den entrepreneur Hilary Devey, is one of the UK’s leading nationwide pallet delivery companies, specialising in express overnight deliveries. The South West is notorious for being tricky to find experienced […]
Haulier Helps Stop The Stowaways
Dec
30
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Hauliers traveling through Calais have been warned against stopping within 50km of the port after a group of illegal immigrants were found hiding in a lorry bound for Peterborough. Gangs are known to operate around the Calais area, covering an approximate 100km outside the port, organising passage in exchange for cash from work found here […]
Owner Drivers – Great For The Economy
Dec
21
21
The time for owner drivers to start up their own business has apparently come. The RSA Group recently completed a study that suggested economic recovery would require an influx of approximately 300,000 small and medium sized businesses to underpin it. With haulage becoming a contract-based sector, work for the discerning owner driver could be available […]