ITV News recently broadcast a report that was highly critical of the online giant Amazon for ‘destroying millions of items of unsold stock every year,’ writes Walker Logistics’ Charlie Walker. At Amazon’s Dunfermline warehouse, according to ITV News, ‘products that are often new and unused are thrown into vast bins, carried away by lorries…
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Wincanton has extended its framework agreement with BAE Systems for five-years. The contract extension builds on existing services provided by Wincanton for BAE Systems, incorporating supply chain solutions across its Air Sector and UK shipbuilding operations, extending a 23-year relationship. Wincanton will continue to provide transport, warehousing, materials management, packing and inspection services…
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The EU has confirmed a delay to when traders must start to use the new Export Health Certificates (EHCs). The new Animal Health Regulation (AHR) EHCs were due to be used from 21 August 2021 for goods moved to Northern Ireland or exported to the EU. However, the EU has confirmed a delay to the…
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The government has released guidance for haulage companies and commercial drivers moving accompanied (self-drive) RoRo freight and unaccompanied RoRo freight between Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) and the European Union. It explains: what documents you need how to follow new rules to manage traffic heading to ports new border control processes Guidance on moving…
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The Cabinet Office is seeking to report further about the lorry driver shortage and its consequences and as such has asked CILT members to complete a survey. The Cabinet Office is seeking further information from industry about the extent of the shortages and the prospects for the rest of the year. To participate in the survey,…
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Firethorn Trust’s first UK development, Northampton Cross, has been fully-leased by MH Star UK, who will occupy the 37-acre scheme from October this year. The e-commerce retailer has signed a 15-year tenancy on the two units, which span a total of 354,000 sq. ft. MH Star UK, a specialist in home, outdoor, office,…
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National Highways is accelerating the use of warm mix asphalts as standard across its supply chain, as part of a drive toward net zero carbon emissions. The Government-owned company, previously named Highways England, has been using the material since 2015, and a collaborative programme with the supply chain and extensive research now means it can…
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Nick Harris has been confirmed as the new Chief Executive of the government company which builds and operates the country’s motorways and major A-roads. This comes as Highways England and the Department for Transport announced that Highways England will change its name to ‘National Highways’, heralding a new era for strategic roads. This reflects the…
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A trade deal between Britain and New Zealand could see both countries ditch tariffs as high as 10 per cent on a range of high-quality products. The latest round of trade talks between both sides ended last month with good progress made towards a final deal. Under a new deal, a multitude of…
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AMR technology developer Geek+ has announced the launch of a new solution for Smart Mixed Case palletising. Co-developed with intelligent warehouse management provider WSR Solutions, the process combines Geek+ autonomous mobile robots and WSR’s intelligent palletising algorithm to help warehouse operators systematically handle the processing of multiple outbound orders. Lit Fung, Vice President…
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