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Manfreight in major fleet upgrade

Craigavon-based logistics company Manfreight Limited has rolled out a major upgrade to its vehicle fleet as part of a multi-million funding injection from Lombard, including introducing the UK’s first all-electric semi-trailer. Manfreight has used a lease purchase facility from Lombard to fund the purchase of 50 new FH500 Aero Trucks and 100 Schmitz Cargobull trailers […]

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Marks & Spencer announces £340m investment in advanced automated food distribution centre

Marks & Spencer has announced a landmark £340 million investment in its food supply chain – the largest in its history – as the company delivers against its strategy of reshaping for growth. This multi-year investment will fund the development of an automated National Distribution Centre (NDC) in Northamptonshire – a key unlock in the […]

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Mileway agrees 170,000 sq ft lease with Rubies and Smiffys in Liverpool

Mileway has signed a ten-year lease agreement with Rubies, one of the largest designers, manufacturers and distributors of licensed dress up products in the world, and Smiffys, a leading global manufacturer and distributor of fancy dress costumes, wigs, accessories and make-up, for 170,000 sq ft (c. 15,700 sqm) of high-quality warehouse and office space at […]

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NEAA and consortium launch groundbreaking autonomous logistics project at the Port of Tyne

The North East Automotive Alliance (NEAA), the Port of Tyne, autonomous vehicle technology provider, Oxa, and cybersecurity provider, ANGOKA, are among the organisations to have secured Government funding to help develop and deploy world-leading Connected and Automated Mobility (CAM) solutions in the UK. Through the CAM Pathfinder – Enhancements programme, the NEAA and a consortium […]

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Neill & Brown rolls out UK–Italy rail freight service

Neill & Brown has launched a European rail freight service in a joint venture with its Italian logistics partner, Sogedim. The two companies have made a significant investment in Huckepack trailers to provide seamless intermodal transport to and from Italy. The new service, which is suitable for a wide range of goods and complements established […]

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New Morocco-UK-Europe service cuts export times for fresh produce

DP World is launching a Morocco to UK and North Europe service that will cut export times for fruit and vegetable shipments in the UK by up to two days, offering retailers and consumers better quality produce at lower cost and with a significantly reduced carbon footprint. The new “Atlas” service connects key hubs at […]

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New service accelerates growth for London logistics specialist

A logistics specialist has expanded its London operation after investing a significant sum in a new site, and a new fleet, creating 20 new jobs. Pallet Power Limited, which is part of the Parcel Power Logistics Limited Group, has undergone major expansion to accommodate a new service offering – palletised distribution. The company has already […]

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Normal seasonal patterns suspended – where is the air cargo being held?

Global airfreight rates have edged up this week, including on transpacific eastbound, as the US reciprocal tariff deadline looms. But there are questions over where inventory is being held in the world, which will inevitably impact rates and demand.  Greater China to North America ticked up from $4.34 per kg yesterday to $5.17 today, according […]

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