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  • Update on changes to HGV and bus driving tests

    on Nov 16, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Update on changes to HGV and bus driving tests

    The Driver and Vehicles Standards Agency  (DVSA) is advising that the Driver CPC part 3 test is being split into twp separate parts

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  • 6 signs it’s time for a new car

    on Nov 15, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on 6 signs it’s time for a new car

    If you’re reading this article, you might be considering buying a new car because your mechanic said your current one is beyond repair. It’s not always an easy decision to make, and it can be expensive too. However, there are signs that indicate when it is time for a new vehicle- so read on!

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  • Baskent Consulting uses Descartes’ e-Customs solution

    on Nov 9, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Baskent Consulting uses Descartes’ e-Customs solution

    Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce is supporting multinational consulting and customs brokerage company Baskent Consulting Ltd. to help its customers navigate post-Brexit customs complexities and grow its business with Descartes’ e-Customs solution

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  • Finance Options To Consider When Purchasing A Used Van

    on Nov 8, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Finance Options To Consider When Purchasing A Used Van

    There are many different options available for financing the purchase of a used van. The two most popular ways to finance a used van are through traditional lenders and leasing companies. Most traditional loan companies will not approve someone unless they have a strong credit history or offer collateral for their loan. This can make purchasing an automobile difficult if you do not meet those requirements. Traditional Lenders: There are also two major advantages to using traditional loans; these include low-interest rates and long repayment periods (usually 30 years). The lengthier repayment period is beneficial

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  • IRU members back crisis call on global supply chain disruptions

    on Nov 5, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on IRU members back crisis call on global supply chain disruptions

    Member associations of the International Road Transport Union (IRU), the world road transport organisation, have voted for an emergency call to governments on dealing with current global supply chain disruptions

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  • Cabotage will sabotage UK haulage says RHA

    on Oct 28, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Cabotage will sabotage UK haulage says RHA

    The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has expressed its extreme disappointment at the announcement that foreign haulage operators can now carry out unlimited work in the UK in 2-week blocks

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  • Fuel duty increase would be a kick in the teeth says Logistics UK

    on Oct 26, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Fuel duty increase would be a kick in the teeth says Logistics UK

    Logistics UK, the business group representing more than 18,000 members charged with keeping the UK stocked with all that it needs, is urging the government to maintain the freeze on fuel duty, ahead of this week’s Budget.  As David Wells, the organisation’s chief executive explains, any duty rise would have a severe impact on the industry’s ability to meet the government’s decarbonisation targets. 

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  • New Mercedes-Benz all-electric eVito Tourer van arrives

    on Oct 26, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on New Mercedes-Benz all-electric eVito Tourer van arrives

    The new Mercedes-Benz all-electric eVito Tourer crewbus van has arrived on the market in Ireland

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  • Budget 2022 offers very little support for Irish logistics says FTA Ireland

    on Oct 14, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Budget 2022 offers very little support for Irish logistics says FTA Ireland

    The Budget 2022 was a missed opportunity for the Irish government to support the logistics sector through the intense pressures it is facing, according to FTA Ireland

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  • Logistics UK gives cautious welcome to EU anouncement on NI Protocol

    on Oct 14, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Logistics UK gives cautious welcome to EU anouncement on NI Protocol

    Business group Logistics UK has reacted with cautious optimism to the EU announcement on the Northern Ireland Protocol. 

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  • NewCold: sustainable development of a global deep freeze phenomenon

    on Oct 12, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on NewCold: sustainable development of a global deep freeze phenomenon

    NewCold Advanced Cold Logistics strives to increase global food security by providing leading food companies with the most innovative cold storage and transportation services. The company has an international network with 11 locations on three continents with over 927,000 pallet positions worldwide. 

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  • Descartes unveils Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Enhancements

    on Oct 12, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Descartes unveils Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Enhancements

    Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, has unveiled artificial intelligence (AI)- and machine learning (ML)-based enhancements to its Routing Mobile & Telematics suite

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