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SCX gives the Port of Dover's berth operations a lift
Jul 21, 2015
The Port of Dover is working with Street CraneXpress to ensure that berth operations are at peak efficiency with the help of preventative crane maintenance.
Wincanton wins major defence contract
Jul 21, 2015
BAE Systems has appointed Wincanton as the supplier for its Military Air & Information (MAI) operations, building on the existing services provided by the specialist logistics company.
ACS&T expands its 30-pallet refrigerated trailer fleet
Jul 21, 2015
Food logistics specialist ACS&T has extended its fleet of 30-pallet refrigerated trailers to 18, following successful trials.
BIFA winner selected for international award
Jul 21, 2015
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has announced that the winner of the Young Freight Forwarder (YFF) category from the trade association's Freight Service Awards 2014 has been named as the Europe region winner of the FIATA/TT Club Young International Freight Forwarder of the Year Award (YIFFY) 2015.
British Telecom supports British manufacturing by specifying Penny Hydraulics cranes
Jul 21, 2015
British Telecom (BT) is one of the world's leading communications services companies, serving the needs of customers in the UK and in more than 170 countries worldwide.
