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Industry insiders launch new supply chain consultancy: NovaChain

NovaChain, a new consultancy dedicated to “Transforming logistics and empowering people,” has officially launched. Founded by senior leaders with decades of hands-on, lived experience in global shipping and supply chain logistics, NovaChain focuses on delivering practical, people-first transformation for organisations navigating complex change. Unlike traditional strategy and consultancy firms, NovaChain is led by executives who […]

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Industry leaders address major challenges facing the UK freight and logistics sector

A coalition of logistics leaders from the Alliance of Logistics Trade Associations (ALTA) convened in Central London recently to identify key areas where collaboration can drive meaningful progress in the UK freight and logistics sector. The meeting focused on some of the major issues affecting the industry, with a shared goal of fostering alignment, identifying […]

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Iron Mountain lands 10-year logistics contract with B&M

Iron Mountain has announced it has won a new 10-year contract with B&M to manage case-picking at its Rugby 3 facility which is expected to serve as a central hub for the partnership. According to Iron Mountain, operations are expected to start in early 2026, coming at a time of growth for the company as […]

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ITS Australia Summit 2025

ITS Australia Summit 2025 SBiswell Thu, 07/17/2025 – 10:09 Join us for the ITS Australia Summit 2025, the nation’s flagship annual transport technology event. For over 15 years the ITS Australia Summit has brought together industry, government, and academia from Australia and abroad to explore the cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions driving the future of […]

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ITS World Congress All-Access: digital series

ITS World Congress All-Access: digital series SBiswell Tue, 01/21/2020 – 10:43 A ‘virtual’ event series replaces the planned ITS World Congress 2020 in Los Angeles: the organisers promise an immersive experience of education sessions, discussion groups, solutions and case studies aimed at addressing global transportation challenges. Online www.itsworldcongress2020.com 14th September, 2020 – 8th October, 2020 […]

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Jack Baxter joins Europa board

Europa Worldwide Group has announced that Jack Baxter (right) will become Operations Director from 1 January 2026, joining the company’s board. He succeeds Dan Cook (centre), who is leaving the business at year-end after more than three decades in logistics. Cook joined Europa shortly after Andrew Baxter (left) acquired the firm in 2013 and helped […]

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JAS signs SPA to acquire Pentagon Freight Services

JAS and Pentagon Freight Services have announced the signing of a Share Purchase Agreement (SPA). This agreement represents a key step toward JAS’s planned acquisition of Pentagon, which is expected to close in the second half of 2025, subject to regulatory approval. “The Pentagon acquisition perfectly complements JAS’s strategic goals, significantly increasing our ability to […]

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JD.com acquires site close to Leicester

Jingdong Property, part of JD.com, Inc., has announced the acquisition of a logistics property outside Leicester. The portfolio includes two ‘big-box’ warehouses with an area of over 231,000 sq ft (~21,500 sqm) and an adjacent ‘oven-ready’ greenfield site that can be developed into modern industrial and logistics space of up to 678,000 sq ft (~63,000 […]

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JHS Logistics cuts breakdown repair time with TNS 365

A port logistics provider says it has significantly reduced vehicle downtime after switching to a new breakdown repair and recovery specialist. Based in Southampton, JHS Logistics operates nationwide, providing container haulage and other logistics services to all major UK ports. The company runs a fleet of 44 tractors and 50 trailers, comprised of skeletal and […]

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JJX Logistics expands and revamps Distressed Load Management service

JJX Logistics has expanded and enhanced its Distressed Load Management service to better support supply chains across the UK and Ireland. From damaged goods and broken pallets to mislabelled stock, supply chain disruptions can result in costly delays. JJX’s updated service is designed to respond swiftly and efficiently when things go wrong, ensuring that freight […]

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