Transport and Logistics Network
Hypnos Beds has taken a significant step toward decarbonising its commercial vehicle fleet by replacing two existing diesel trucks with new Volvo FM Electrics, introduced via its transport and logistics partner DFDS.
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Hypnos Beds has taken a major step towards decarbonisation by introducing two Volvo FM Electric trucks. The move was facilitated by its logistics partner, DFDS. The vehicles, a 4×2 curtainside rigid and a 4×2 tractor unit, will serve retail and distrib…
Two women have died following reports of a stabbing in Milton Keynes on Christmas Day, police said.
A dog injured in the incident in Bletchley also died after being taken to the vets.
A man and a teenage boy suffered serious injuries.
A 49-year-old m…
Lord Hendy has been warned he will “be walking into trouble if he comes to Oxford empty-handed” as traders demand clarity on when the works will be completed after months of uncertainty.
There have been repeated delays with a £161m scheme to impr…
East West Rail will eventually link Oxford and Cambridge via Bicester, Milton Keynes and Bedford, with the Oxford to Milton Keynes section due to open next year.The government confirmed its support for the project in the Autumn Budget.It said the schem…
The busy route into the city has been closed at the bridge since April last year as work continues on a £161m Network Rail scheme to revamp Oxford station.
The upgrade has been plagued with delays, as utility companies dig up the road.
In Jul…
DPD UK Accelerates Towards Net Zero with Electric Fleet & Green Innovation
Sustainability Update
Parcel company DPD UK confirmed in July that it is on target to deliver a 46% reduction in emissions by the end of 2024, equating to a total reduction …
The liquids haulage sector demands a specific kind of truck, with the emphasis on a light, unladen weight to offer maximum payload. Trucking took a Scania 460P Super, with a small mid-lift axle, out for a spin to see how it stacks up.
Tanker drivers ar…
Areas across England have suffered heavy rain and localised flooding in recent days, with commuters facing widespread disruption on road and rail services.
An amber rain warning issued by the Met Office for areas of the Midlands and the south of the co…
Full national round-up of severe weather
A weather warning for strong winds has been issued for Sunday as parts of England suffered heavy rain and localised flooding on Friday. Commuters in parts of England faced disruption on road and rail services wi…