New variety of forklifts designed for application-specific performance and productivity Linde Material Handling (MH) is setting the course for the future: The logistics specialist is replacing its existing range of electric forklifts with a total of 26 new three- and four-wheel truck models with load capacities ranging from 1.0… Read more »
Spartan Forklifts join Toyota’s national dealer network
Toyota Material Handling UK (TMHUK) has announced the appointment of a new addition to its national dealer network. Bradford-based Spartan Forklifts became an official Toyota dealer on September 1st following a signing ceremony held at the company’s West Yorkshire premises. Established in 2009, Spartan is known throughout the industry for the excellence of its after sales support… Read more »
Switch to Toyota tow tractor helps Histon Sweet Spreads to be a good neighbour
Histon Sweet Spreads Ltd (part of the Hain Daniels Group) produces some of the country’s best known preserve brands, including such staples of the British breakfast table as Robertson’s ‘Golden Shred’ marmalade and Hartley’s jam. The company’s production facility in Cambridgeshire is in operation 24/7 and some one million cases… Read more »
New cranes boost rail capacity by 50% at DP World London Gateway
DP World has welcomed the arrival of two new Rail-Mounted Gantry (RMG) cranes for its London Gateway rail terminal, which will lift rail capacity at the logistics hub by 50 per cent. The new cranes will go into operation in mid-August and will help meet the fast-growing demand for increased… Read more »
Toyota turnkey solution maximises pallet capacity at 3PL’s new store
Launched in 1989 as an export freight forwarder, impressive and consistent organic growth combined with several strategic acquisitions has seen Hemisphere Freight Services Ltd evolve in to one of the UK’s largest, independently owned supply chain solutions specialists. To keep pace with demand for the extensive range of logistics services… Read more »
Collett Transport Unveils Brand New Elland Heavy Lift Warehouse
Collett & Sons Ltd, a leading name in heavy transport and logistic solutions, proudly announces the grand opening of their new build Heavy Lift Warehouse at their Elland Depot Complex. The new Heavy Lift Storage Facility boasts an impressive array of features, including: Ample Storage Space: The internal storage area… Read more »
Suffolk business launch service for out of gauge cargo handling – following substantial investment in equipment
A Felixstowe-based container storage and transport provider has invested £400,000 on special equipment that will dramatically increase the weight and height of the cargo it can safely handle. James Kemball has launched its new Out-of-Gauge (OOG) Project Cargo Service after purchasing the innovative new kit. The equipment, including a new… Read more »
New Managing Director for Hiab UK & Ireland
Hiab is pleased to announce John Carnall as its new Vice President and Managing Director for the UK & Ireland. He joins the business from another division of Cargotec, and brings with him a wealth of experience gained through 37 years in heavy industry, including 28 years working overseas. Combining… Read more »
Support centres bringing parts, products and innovation to key locations
New service centres will open in parts of the UK & Ireland where demand for Hiab products continues to grow, as the company adopts an agile approach to supporting the needs of its customers. The UK & Ireland arm of the Cargotec-owned business is continually reviewing the sales patterns of… Read more »
Palletways London invests in electric pump trucks for home deliveries
Palletways London has invested in a new fleet of electric pump trucks to assist its drivers making multi-drops for home deliveries across the west, north-west, southwest and central London. The purchase of 23 electric pump trucks is to meet the demand of its rising tail-lift deliveries. The company, based in… Read more »
