Continuing the theme of this column in the last two editions of Truck and Track, Richard Shreeve, Labeline’s Compliance Manager, discusses the enforcement of the Dangerous Goods Regulations with Nicola Jaynes, Principal Inspector at the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR)

The transportation of goods around the UK has come under increasing pressure from criminal attack. From box vans through to heavy goods vehicles, the need to protect the load space and the overnight driver is becoming an occupational hazard to many logistics’ companies.

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK – CILT(UK) – is looking to spotlight 35 exceptional logistics and transport young professionals under the age of 35.

The flow of packages has taken on record volumes in recent years. This means that the peaks overlap, which leads to an unprecedentedly hectic delivery schedule. Parcel delivery operatives are under constant pressure to meet delivery expectations. Unless they plan smartly. If the routes for the parcel deliverers are efficiently planned, this results in a lower workload.

"Sustainability” is a core strategic priority for UPN

Over the past five years, despite significant operational and network growth, UPN has achieved some impressive green milestones. Electricity consumption down 16%, Water usage down 80%, Less than 5% of total waste to landfill, Paper usage down 49%, Fuel consumption down 38%, Successful introduction of electric forklift trucks. 

Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, unveiled numerous innovations to customers at its 2023 Innovation Forum for Routing, Mobile & Telematics, which expand the capabilities of its routing, mobile and telematics solution suite for fleet operators. New solutions and integrations, in addition to enhancements to existing systems, allow companies to improve the operational performance of their fleets, driver safety and customer engagement.