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Nov 12, 2021
The road to sustainability
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Nov 8, 2021
Abbey Logistics was on hand to support the final preparations for polar research ship the RRS Sir David Attenborough ahead of its maiden voyage to the Antarctic.
The ship, named after the TV naturalist and BBC presenter Sir David Attenborough, has spent the past year in shake-down trials around the British coast and is now in final preparations for its first ocean voyage... [Read More]
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Nov 4, 2021
Suttons International Limited and VTG Tanktainer have announced that they have signed an asset purchase agreement.
This involves the acquisition by Suttons of VTG’ overseas ISO tank containers, personnel, and customer contracts, including VTG interests in a joint venture with Mission Line in Brazil.
Suttons International Limited is part of the family-owned Suttons... [Read More]
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Nov 3, 2021
The international rating platform EcoVadis has awarded a Bronze medal to HOYER for its sustainability activities.
This is reward for the international logistics company’s strategic efforts to proactively take responsibility for the long-term environmental, economic and ethical aspects of its corporate activities.
The HOYER Group underwent the rating process for the... [Read More]
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Nov 1, 2021
The cotac group has almost doubled its service sites for cleaning, workshop and depot services from the previous seven branches in Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium and France to a total of 12 stations worldwide.
Since end of October last year, the provider also has additional sites at its disposal for comprehensive tank container services in the US, China, Thailand,... [Read More]
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Oct 20, 2021
Logistics company Chemion has expanded its storage capacities in CHEMPARK Dormagen.
The site in the north-western part of the CHEMPARK now covers 15,000 square meters, space for around 1,000 freight and tank containers.
Construction began in September 2019 and now the new 'CT DOR II' container terminal has started regular operations.
"Together with our partners, we... [Read More]
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Oct 20, 2021
Suttons Tankers has announced the appointment of Chrisi Lloyd-Roberts as operations director for the division.
Lloyd-Roberts brings experience including the efficient implementation of major new contracts, systems implementations, process improvement and procurement.
As an existing board member who has been with Suttons for over six years, Lloyd-Roberts has been involved... [Read More]
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Oct 15, 2021
LPW Group has opened a brand new tank wash site in central Manchester.
Situated next to major motorway links, the LPW tank wash facility will introduce a new and accessible facility for the city and surrounding networks.
Equipped with the latest technology and equipment, the site provides a specialist cleaning and sanitisation service for road tankers, tank containers,... [Read More]
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Oct 13, 2021
Nexxiot has announced it will acquire a majority interest in the Swedish technology firm MOST - a provider of real-time cargo monitoring services.
Through its acquisition of MOST, Nexxiot will significantly consolidate its position as an innovator in the cargo IoT space. Nexxiot operates in more than 160 countries and is a leading provider of AI-powered data solutions... [Read More]
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Oct 11, 2021
Chemion is one of the leading German container terminal operators and specialises in logistics operations concerning hazardous goods containers.
The company offers a complete range of services including box and tank containers for these units.
Storage, handling and transport are a critical part of this operation as well as cleaning, repair and maintenance.
The firm’s... [Read More]
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Oct 7, 2021
Abbey Logistics CEO Steve Granite has responded to UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s comments about the HGV driver shortage and the government’s unworkable plan to offer a temporary driver visa to drivers from the EU.
Speaking to Sky News and BBC News, Granite suggested that a temporary visa scheme was not attractive for drivers and only a long-term driver visa... [Read More]
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Oct 6, 2021
Stolt-Nielsen Limited has reported an operating profit of $24.1 million (€21 million) for the third quarter and first nine months of 2021.
This was up from $12.6 million (€10.9 million) for the same period 12 months ago, reflecting improved trading results, lower owning expenses and a gain on the sale of a ship.
Stolthaven Terminals reported operating profit of $19.8... [Read More]
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Sep 29, 2021
The Chemical Business Association (CBA) has welcomed the Government’s latest initiatives to manage the impact of the supply chain emergency that is delaying or preventing vital materials from reaching customers in the manufacturing and process industries.
There are ongoing issues still to be resolved and clarity is required in relation to the workability of the Government’s... [Read More]
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Sep 28, 2021
A recent survey of UK and Ireland Fuel Distribution Association (UKIFDA) members revealed that staff turnover and vacancies were manageable but that they were increasing.
The industry has historically had a low level of non-UK passport holders as drivers, UKIFDA said.
As in previous years the organisation also said it will soon launch its Get Winter Ready campaign urging... [Read More]
Feature
Sep 24, 2021
Calls have been made for the relaxation of immigration rules to tackle the HGV driver and tanker driver shortage crisis.
The UK's Road Haulage Association is continuing to plead for truck drivers to be included on the Shortage Occupation List as a short-term measure to ease the pressure on the UK supply chain while a UK-based workforce is trained up.
The country has... [Read More]
The @Bertschi Group has received its 1,500th DAF vehicle. This new generation DAF 480 FT 4x2 tractor joins the international fleet - ensuring timely chemical distribution across Europe.
https://globaltankcleaning.com/news/milestone-for-berstchi-with-arrival-of-latest-vehicle/
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