The transport and storage sector’s strong performance is playing a key role in helping the UK come out of recession, according to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The report has revealed that monthly real gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 0.4% in March 2024, up from 0.2% in February 2024 and 0.3% in January.  On a quarterly basis, GDP grew 0.6% in the three months to March 2024, compared with the three months to December 2023. This boost in GDP has been driven by “widespread growth” across the services sector, particularly in transport...

Transport and logistics specialist ABE Ledbury is adding another string to its bow by joining The Hazchem Network, the UK’s only hazardous goods pallet and parcel network. The Palletline Logistics-owned company is taking on the work of two former members of The Hazchem Network, covering the HR, LD, SY7-8 and GL14-19 postcodes.  The new service has now gone live. By joining network ABE can now extend its offering, carrying anything from paints to cylinders of flammable gases. Twelve ABE drivers have been assigned to transport The Hazchem Network goods and are undergoing extensive...

Aztek Logistics has equipped the roof of its warehouse in Letchworth with 482sq m of solar panels, stretching the entire length of the  25,000sq ft facility. The solar panels will not only help power the warehouse but also feed energy back into the grid for use by local homes and businesses. The equipment, which allows the warehouse to be carbon-neutral, is predicted to generate 93,008kWh of energy per annum. Almost two thirds of the energy generated will be consumed on-site and the installation also allows the warehouse to operate off-grid on occasion. The electricity...

A leading logistics business from Aintree is the latest member galloping to join Pallet-Track. MSC Express in Liverpool, based just a stone’s throw from the world-famous horse racing venue, is odds on to offer service excellence in the ‘L’ postcode and the Isle of Man, which it will cover on behalf of our pallet network. Mike Ackers, managing director at MSC Express, said: “We joined Pallet-Track as being offered postcodes in Liverpool and the Isle of Man was an excellent opportunity for our company, and also demonstrates our commitment to providing a service that is second to none.” Read...

In recent years, Bullet Express has successfully transitioned from being amongst Scotland’s most prominent logistics companies into a firm capable of connecting supply chains on a global scale. Founded in 1990 by David McCutcheon and Gary Smith, Bullet Express began life as a same-day delivery company with the simple mission of becoming Scotland’s number one logistics partner. Over the years to follow, Bullet Express arguably achieved its original mission, becoming one of the most active and reputable logistics partners in Scotland; moreover, the company expanded its core capabilities into...

The RHA told national media outlets that the industry needs improved driver facilities and action to tackle freight crime. From 30 April, lorries at Dover and the Eurotunnel at Folkestone carrying foods from Europe will be subject to new physical checks. These checks are due to be carried out at a government facility in Sevington, Kent. Significant delays could mean more drivers having to park in unsecure areas which increases the chances of freight crime. We estimate a shortage of 11,000 HGV parking spaces and have been campaigning for more safe and secure lorry parking...

A family-run Teesside haulage firm is growing the business with new vehicles and new jobs following its membership into the Pallet-Track network. Redcar-based T&B Solutions, which provides road haulage services throughout the UK and Europe, was founded in 2014 by managing director Craig Wells. He is now keen for the firm to further expand its portfolio of services in the north-east of England. Before joining Pallet-Track, the fleet at T&B Solutions comprised of articulated lorries, however the increased opportunities offered by the palletised distribution specialist means more...

Pallet-Track has celebrated 20 years in business with a gala awards evening in Windsor for its 90 shareholder members. Hosted by TV broadcaster and radio DJ Vernon Kay, guests gathered at the De Vere Beaumont Estate to recognise the contributions of its members to the pallet network’s success. Additional entertainment was provided by comedian Rob Beckett, electric string quartet Sirens and showband Aston Band, while a charity raffle helped to raise £16,767 for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity. Pallet-Track launched in 2004 with 46 members and handled 852 pallets during its first night...