Transport and Logistics Network
In the first half of 2025, China’s trade and infrastructure investments have converged to create a pivotal moment for global supply chains. A 3% year-over-year growth in freight volume—driven by a 7.2% surge in exports—has underscored China’s resilien…
The project is being carried out for the Conference of European Directors of Roads (CEDR), whose members include the national road authorities from 25 European countries. The CEDR is funded by these national road authorities and harnesses influence ove…
An electric truck charging station that will potentially save 1,500 tonnes of CO2 a year has gone live at Nissan Sunderland Plant.
The project is a first in the UK automotive industry, establishing an electric, end-to-end supply chain that transports m…
BNSF Railway has introduced a new expedited intermodal rail service between Los Angeles and Houston, offering a third-day delivery schedule that strengthens its ability to compete with over-the-road freight options. The new service is designed to provi…
Another US harbour trucking outfit has closed its doors – more will follow.After 38 years Oakland-based GCS ceased operations last Saturday. The news came as a shock to many, as it had been a well-known player in the drayage market and …
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Haydock-based, family-owned Law Distribution has appointed Angela Carus as Managing Director, while former Managing Director, John Law, steps up to the role of Chairman.
Working with a variety of business sectors, the company provides UK and European t…
Staplehurst Transits has hit a major milestone with the arrival of three new S.KO COOL reefers from Schmitz Cargobull: the 100th semi-trailer to wear the Blue Elephant logo in its fleet.
Since 2010, Staplehurst Transits has placed an order with Schmit…
U.S. federal law currently allows trucks to weigh up to 80,000 pounds, but raising this limit has been proposed to increase productivity. This topic is relevant now as policies are under review, and there is pressure from both sides of the argument.
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Welshpool-based operator T Alun Jones has invested in a high-specification Volvo FH16 780 6×2 tag axle Globetrotter XL tractor unit, replacing an FH16 750 Ailsa Edition truck in the customer’s hard-working fleet.
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GB Railfreight (GBRf)[1], backed by Infracapital, has unveiled its new Class 99 locomotives at its Peterborough headquarters.
GBRf said the new fleet, which represents a £150 million investment, will “revolutionise” Britain’s rail freight network. It a…