The National Register of LGV Instructors (NRI) has launched a new qualification that will help employers conduct and report on LGV driver assessments more easily. This is the only DVSA endorsed LGV Assessor qualification available across the UK.
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Transport and Distribution are key considerations when planning for the movement of goods, people or animals from one location to another. Choosing the right mode of transport is essential to ensure your consignment is moved in the most efficient and cost-effective way. There are four ways of freight forwarding- road, rail, air and sea. Freight or goods may be moved using some or a combination of all of these modes of transport. The type of transportation is determined by factors such as distance, location, size and weight of cargo and the type of infrastructure available such as roads, railways, airways, waterways, canals, airports, railway stations.
Peel Ports sets out future for Hunterston PARC
May 20, 2019 Comments (0)
Peel Ports has revealed its plans for the major port and industrial centre at Hunterston, one of Scotland’s most important development sites comprising a 300 acre brownfield footprint, deepwater, and rail connections.
FarEye partners with Emirates Post and Landmark Group to improve deliveries in GCC
May 20, 2019 Comments (0)
FarEye, an enabler of digital logistics, has won a deal to work with Emirates Post, one of the largest post and parcel service provider in GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) and Landmark Group, claimed to be the largest retailer of the region.
Vital trans-Pennine upgrade will transform UK logistics network, according to FTA
May 20, 2019 Comments (0)
Reacting to the news that the government has launched an open consultation on its plans to dual the trans-Pennine section of the A66, Malcolm Bingham, Head of Road Network Management Policy, at FTA commented:
McDowell Haulage takes the fast lane with Freeway Mobile IT
May 20, 2019 Comments (0)
R McDowell haulage has transformed its fleet management operations after introducing mobile devices in a move to paperless working.
Bibby Distribution drivers named UK’s best by Microlise
May 20, 2019 Comments (0)
Two HGV drivers from Bibby Distribution have triumphed at Microlise’s Driver of the Year Awards, in recognition of their excellent performance behind the wheel.
Paragon helps transport operators combat driver shortage with resource management functionality
May 15, 2019 Comments (0)
Paragon has enhanced its routing and scheduling software with the introduction of resource management functionality to help fleet managers better manage utilisation of all available drivers.
Private mileage: an issue of trust
May 14, 2019 Comments (0)
By Scott Chesworth, operations director at RAM Tracking.
It is not uncommon for fleet drivers to keep their vehicles at home. It increases productivity by allowing drivers to begin their shift immediately, rather than spending time travelling to pick up their work vehicle.
RTITB offers End Point Assessments for apprenticeships
May 13, 2019 Comments (0)
To help employers with their apprenticeship delivery, RTITB can now conduct End Point Assessments (EPA) for Supply Chain Warehouse Operatives and LGV Drivers.
ParcelHero says 24-hour round-the-clock deliveries are the future of e-commerce
May 13, 2019 Comments (0)
Amazon’s $800 million investment in free next-day deliveries may be making headlines, but the home delivery expert ParelHero says same-day 24/7 deliveries are the future of e-commerce.
