Lack of new truck drivers is critical

Lack of new truck drivers is critical

Distinct lack of new drivers, says Driver Hire Training During the pandemic, we got a taste of what a shortage of truck/lorry (HGV) drivers looks like, with empty supermarket shelves, a lack of fuel in petrol stations, and delays in vaccine deliveries. The driver gap...
DPD UK and Make-A-Wish join forces

DPD UK and Make-A-Wish join forces

The parcel giant and Make-A-Wish partner to help grant 100 wishes for children with critical illnesses  Parcel delivery firm DPD has partnered with the charity Make-A-Wish UK to raise £200,000 to help enable 100 wishes to be granted for critically ill children in...
South East faces mounting warehousing shortfall 

South East faces mounting warehousing shortfall 

Growing warehousing shortfall as e-commerce, housing and freight demand surge A landmark study by Transport for the South East (TfSE) has revealed a growing warehousing shortfall across the region, threatening the resilience of supply chains and the future economic...
Logistics say rates reform could drive high street prices

Logistics say rates reform could drive high street prices

Logistics professionals and long-term industrial investors has warned that changes to the business rates system risks damaging the British high street by pushing up costs. The group, which includes major investors Segro, Prologis and Tritax Big Box, said that the...