Transportation & Logistics Industry Today

Pluscrates opens new depot in central London

Mon, 21 May 2012 12:02:00 +0100

Leading crate rental specialist Pluscrates has opened a new operations depot in central London as part of its preparations to deal with increased traffic congestion during the Olympic Games. Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

Cold chain innovation from smart label inventors Timestrip is a world first.

Mon, 21 May 2012 11:30:00 +0100

Timestrip Minus™ is the first field-activated descending temperature indicator that can be shipped at ambient temperature. They do not need to be kept in a heated environment prior to activation. By removing the need for special shipment packaging, Timestrip Minus™ temperature indicators can reduce the cost of cold chain temperature monitoring. Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

Search begins for UK's top automotive glazing technician

Thu, 17 May 2012 08:33:00 +0100

The hunt is on to find the UK's best automotive glazing technician. Following a series of regional heats, six finalists will compete for the title of UK Master Fitter 2012 at the national Skills Show taking place at the NEC, Birmingham, in November. Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

Stolen Scania recovered in minutes - thanks to Quartix vehicle tracking

Wed, 16 May 2012 16:17:00 +0100

A valuable Scania lorry, stolen from a Kent electrical engineering company, has been recovered by police with the help of Quartix vehicle tracking. Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

Clugston Distribution celebrates 75 years in business

Mon, 14 May 2012 16:52:00 +0100

To celebrate 75 years in business, Clugston Distribution part of the Clugston Group, will be raising £75,000 for a number of charities. Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

Calor Gas chooses Quartix telematics for its national delivery and service fleets

Wed, 09 May 2012 18:19:00 +0100

Calor Gas has equipped more than 500 vehicles in its UK fleet with Quartix vehicle tracking. Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

Places still available at free road safety seminar for Shetland Islands firms

Wed, 09 May 2012 10:46:00 +0100

A free road safety seminar is taking place this month for Shetland Islands firms with employees who drive for work. Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

Leading logistics company opens Bristol office

Fri, 04 May 2012 09:40:00 +0100

Redhead International, one of the UK's leading logistics companies, is pleased to announce it has opened a new depot in Bristol which will provide companies with quicker and easier access to the company's international networks. Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

InterGlobe Technologies launches integrated crew management solution

Thu, 03 May 2012 07:33:00 +0100

InterGlobe Technologies , the leading provider of integrated IT - BPO solutions to the travel and hospitality industry, has launched an integrated solution for managing crew travel. Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

Leading Mobility Company AVH Teams up With Medal Winning Paralympian

Tue, 01 May 2012 16:23:00 +0100

Swimming star Matt Whorwood champions new information centre I-drive Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

Free road safety seminars rolled out to businesses in northern Scotland

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:48:00 +0100

The Driving Risks at Work seminars are suitable for all businesses or organisations in northern Scotland looking for free advice, support and assistance on the management of occupational road risk. Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

"Social Driving" Is Bad News According To Fleet Insurance Company-When A Tweet Is No Longer Sociable

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 05:34:00 +0100

Recent surveys have also shown the between 8 to 9% of British drivers use mobile internet services whilst at the wheel. Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

Galvanizers Keep Railway Project On Track

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 09:46:00 +0100

A galvanizing firm's expertise has seen it lend a helping hand to ensure a project for the London Underground remains firmly on the right lines. Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

Datamax-O'Neil Presents its Product Portfolio at ScanSource Europe Partner Tour in London

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:34:00 +0100

Stationary, portable and mobile printing solutions for a broad range of applications Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

Mobile Apps Ready to Reveal the Beauty of More Than 150 Museums in London and New York

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 12:44:00 +0100

TravelTrot's latest mobile travel guide application is ready to reveal the beauty of more than 150 museums in London and New York Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

Don't Fall Foul of Colour Compliance Rules, Contractors Warned

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 16:30:00 +0100

An increasing number of highways contractors are being enticed to use colour portable Variable Message Signs and in the process may unwittingly be breaking rules set out in the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions , it has been claimed. Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

Quartix vehicle tracking foils violent van hijacking

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 03:40:00 +0100

Thieves' violent attempt to hijack a security-equipment company's van has been foiled by Quartix vehicle tracking. Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

Experience and Contacts are Key to Successful Freight Forwarding, says Rhys Davies Freight Logistics

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 16:39:00 +0100

Like most freight forwarding companies transport specialist Rhys Davies Freight Logistics has invested heavily in the latest IT technology to help streamline the shipment of goods around the world. But according to Freight Forwarding Manager John Lyon there is still no substitute for experience and reliable contacts, especially if the destination in question has poor infrastructure, poor commun... Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

Pluscrates to Open New Birmingham Depot

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 16:19:00 +0100

Leading crate rental specialist Pluscrates has announced the relocation of its Nuneaton depot to new larger premises in Birmingham. Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

Pluscrates to Supply Crates for Relocation Specialist Johnson Business Moves

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 14:00:00 +0100

Crate rental company Pluscrates has been appointed sole supplier of crate rental services to long established business relocation specialist Johnson Business Moves . The partnership, which began in February, is expected to continue beyond 2017. Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday