An influx of second-hand space has put the squeeze on developers and landlords of distribution space throughout the west midlands, says Liza Helps
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After six months of silence from the 3PL corner, the property market is starting to see a faint but encoiraging flutter of interest around the M1/A1 corridors. Jessica Davies reports.
Mercedes-Benz has launched its own version of the government’s Scrappage scheme and is offering a £2,000 cash incentive to invest in a new van.
Vitronic has launched the VIPAC D2, which is designed to automatically calculate the volume of parcels and the smallest box that will enclose them.
Delivery Co has implemented Optrak’s vehicle routeing software, helping it to cut fleet mileage by 25 per cent, as well as reducing costs and boosting its environmental credentials.
Hermes has opened a new UK head office in Morley, on the outskirts of Leeds, following its rebranding and integration into its parent company’s international logistics arm earlier the year.
Electric vehicle manufacturer Modec says it will soon have full N2 EC Type Approval, allowing it to sell its vehicles in all EU member states without the need for individual national approval.
MG sports cars are back in production at Longbridge and the company is planning to launch two new derivatives this year.
The Freight Transport Association is calling for better standards and scale of truck-stop provision in the UK.
Briggs Equipment has invested in a fleet of seven customised trailer vans and drivers as part of a five year contract hire agreement with Ryder to help increase productivity and reduce costs.
