Transport and Logistics Network
As we enter our new membership year, Rail Forum is delighted to welcome the Global Centre of Rail Excellence (GCRE) as our Export Partner for 2024-2025.
With growing international opportunities and world-leading rail capability across its membership, R…
Electrification is a massive unknown for hauliers, which is why making that first step shows both determination and a genuine desire to help tackle the climate emergency. A.F. Blakemore & Son. The family-owned retail and wholesale business, that is…
Managing a fleet of vans is vital for small business owners aiming to keep overheads low and productivity high. Upgrading your vans at the opportune moment can significantly bolster your business, reducing costs and enhancing operational eff…
Knowles Logistics is expanding its fleet of zero tailpipe emission electric trucks with the delivery of three Volvo FM Electric 4×2 tractor units. They will operate with tri-axlecurtainside trailers at 42-tonnes gross vehicle weight, on a short-shunt o…
MAN Truck & Bus is significantly expanding the eTruck portfolio for its customers. The number of configurable eTruck variants has risen to over one million from the three customer combinations previously defined. The new chassis versions of the eTG…
National Express announces faster journeys between Manchester and London
National Express has announced faster journey times on its 540 coach service between Manchester and London, with journey times reduced by up to 30 minutes.
With faster, improved s…
Tyneside train operator, Lumo, has announced that 95% of their workforce first began as apprentices.
Lumo’s milestone follows a five-year partnership between themselves and railway training provider, Train’d Up.
To date Lumo said that a total 78 Custom…
Britain’s recession has officially ended, and the transport & storage sector led the resurgence with the highest increase of any service sector. The home delivery expert Parcelhero says the UK courier and parcels market alone will be worth £25bn by…
National Express Foundation pledges over £100,000 in funding to support community organisations across the UK
Dozens of charity groups and community organisations have benefited after the National Express Foundation distributed its latest funding…
R Swain and Sons has put a new Volvo FM Electric 4×2 tractor unit into operation, working exclusively on its contract with CPI Books.
The order was placed following a detailed review by the business – part of the wider Swain Group – to identify where e…