Ontruck’s new national service helps overcome COVID challenges
On 26th May 2020What began as a simple pilot project for digital freight startup Ontruck has helped overcome the ongoing transportation challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. A new service in full, national distribution, the first of its kind for the UK market, enables shippers to book national full truck loads for long-haul... Read more »
HMRC publishes customs agent list
On 26th May 2020The British International Freight Association (BIFA) is encouraging its members to ensure that they are included on a list of customs agents and fast parcel operators being compiled and published by HMRC in preparation for January 1, 2021, when customs declarations will be required on goods moving into and out... Read more »
Key workers and their work must remain ‘key’ after Covid-19, says FTA
On 26th May 2020At the start of the COVID-19 crisis, politicians were quick to acknowledge the key role that logistics workers play in the ongoing health of our economy. Yet as businesses start to re-open after lockdown, FTA, the business group representing the logistics sector, is concerned that this recognition of the industry’s... Read more »
Technology hat-trick brings business boost for Bibby
On 26th May 2020Bibby Distribution, which operates across more than 50 locations nationwide, has introduced a state-of-the-art software system as part of a longer-term strategy to further streamline its business – and one which is already reaping huge rewards. The system, designed by Convey Technology – a provider of compliance management software for... Read more »
Tapfreight innovate to keep driver’s safe avoiding customer’s own paperwork with Mandata ePOD solution
On 26th May 2020As a result of the Covid-19 crisis, many hauliers are having to change processes and adapt systems to keep their drivers safe and wheels turning. For the directors of Tapfreight Ltd, the Barnsley-based operator who specialises in the distribution of chemicals and pharmaceuticals in the UK and Europe, it... Read more »