Farralls Transport and Fagan & Whalley, the north west based logistics specialists, have launched a 4PL joint venture company, FF&W, in response to growing market demand for sophisticated logistics solutions and fully managed supply chain services.
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UKWA warns against mandatory introduction of sprinkler systems within warehouse facilities
Feb 25, 2014
While welcoming any measures that improve safety within a warehouse or distribution centre building, the UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) - the trade body which represents the interests of some 700 third party logistics specialists – has warned against the mandatory introduction of sprinkler systems within all warehouse facilities.
Virgin Trains awards DHL major food services contract
Feb 25, 2014
Virgin Trains has awarded DHL Supply Chain a £30m three-year contract to manage its on-board catering services across the strategically important West Coast Mainline, stretching from Glasgow to Euston and serving in excess of 30m passengers per year.
