Pro Despatch: Celebrating one year with The APC

Pro Despatch: Celebrating one year with The APC

From same-day specialists to overnight delivery experts Founded and operated by Andrew O’Dowd and Chris Martin, Pro Despatch took a significant step forward in July 2024 by joining The APC – the UK’s largest independent parcel delivery network –  expanding its...
Morrisons hires former Aldi director as logistics boss

Morrisons hires former Aldi director as logistics boss

Andy Gillies has been appointed logistics director at Morrisons. He previously worked as group logistics director for food manufacturer Greencore from 2022 to 2025, having formerly worked as its business unit director, direct to store from 2016 until 2022. He also...
Marie Maersk resumes voyage after onboard fire

Marie Maersk resumes voyage after onboard fire

Maersk has confirmed that the container ship Marie Maersk had resumed her eastbound voyage around the Cape of Good Hope on 24 August, following a container fire. The decision followed inspections of the affected areas, carried out in consultation with...
Freight volumes surge by 20% at East Midlands Airport

Freight volumes surge by 20% at East Midlands Airport

The express air freight hub has seen volumes surge over the past three months, bucking market trends. East Midlands Airport handled more than 103,000 tonnes of cargo between May and July, up 17.4% on the same period in 2024. Volumes were up 19% year-on-year last...
Wincanton extends partnership with Whittard of Chelsea

Wincanton extends partnership with Whittard of Chelsea

Brewed for success: Wincanton announces the extension of its partnership with premium tea and coffee retailer Whittard of Chelsea. The relationship, which began in 2012, has been extended to support Whittard’s ongoing UK and international growth across both...