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In a harrowing incident described as a ‘freak’ tragedy, Saffron Cole-Nottage tragically lost her life after slipping on an icy coastal path in Lowestoft, Suffolk, on Sunday night. The mum-of-three met her untimely demise when she fell on a slippery con…
5th February 2025
DRS No 68033 at Teesport on 3 February. DRS/Simon Richmond
Direct Rail Services is operating a trial freight from Teesport to Trafford Park using ultra-low IDA wagons meaning that standard high-cube containers can be carr…
A new rail freight service has launched between Teesport and Manchester’s Trafford Park.
The venture, a collaboration between Direct Rail Services (DRS) and PD Ports, aims to cut congestion on the Trans Pennine route by removing up to 40 heavy vehicle …
Despite rising costs, political uncertainties, and sluggish economic growth presenting formidable obstacles for road freight operators, Metro remains a standout performer, driving forward with an optimistic outlook, bolstered by sustained expansion and…
View image in fullscreen[1]Green activists warn London exchange over possibly ‘criminal’ copper tradingDealing in metal from Papua could break UK law because of environmental impact of mining it, campaigners argueCampaigners have warned the world’s la…
Safran Electrical and Power, a unit of aerospace titan Safran, has achieved the world’s first type certification for an electric motor for civil aircraft.
Safran’s ENGINeUS 100 series on Monday became the first engine certified as airworthy under EA…
ASDA Stores Ltd has introduced 35 Tiger assets to its George clothing fleet in the form of 4.9m tall ‘high cube’ trailers featuring an internal tail-lift to reflect the customer’s special operational requirements.
The side-mounted Dhollandia platform i…
A fast-growing logistics group has chosen Durite to help it comply with new safety standards.
The BJS Family of companies runs a fleet of more than 100 HGVs in a range of combinations including curtainsiders, brick cranes, and tippers, providing a rang…
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Morning commuters are facing delays on major routes in North Staffordshire – including the M6, A50 and A500 this morning. Matters have been worsened on the motorway following a smash near to Junction 15.
Traffic monitoring system Inrix reported how a v…