Malcolm Logistics has taken delivery of two high-specification MAN TGX LionS tractor units as part of a wider fleet order, writes Peter Brown. The MAN Individual LionS 6x2 tractors, registered as L007 WHM and M19 WHM, feature GX cabs finished in Nardo Grey. Both have...
The G7 countries have agreed to release 100 million barrels of energy reserves, including diesel, in an effort to ease fuel prices, writes Peter Brown. In a statement, G7 leaders said: “Facing unprecedented volatility in oil markets, we have agreed on decisive,...
The November 2026 edition of Transport News is out now, featuring award-winning Maybole operator McGawn Bros and its striking new Mercedes-Benz Actros ProCabin on the front cover. Based in Maybole, South Ayrshire, McGawn Bros is in its 60th anniversary. The latest...
A new online marketplace designed to widen access to the last-mile delivery market, connect freight forwarders with screened carriers and reduce empty running has launched, writes Peter Brown. Freight Base allows forwarders to post unlimited jobs free of charge and...
Multimodal company John G Russell (Transport) will put hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) into daily operations on UK roads, writes Peter Brown. Three FCEV tractor units are part of Scania’s Pilot Partner programme and the ZEHID project, funded by the...
UK hauliers face mounting cost and cash-flow pressures as the US considers restricting diesel exports and calls on European countries to release emergency reserves amid the Iran-US conflict, writes Peter Brown. President Donald Trump is considering a ban on...
Tarmac and TIP have teamed up to launch a Pride-themed powder tanker, taking a message of inclusion across the UK and encouraging open conversations about diversity and belonging in the road transport industry, writes Peter Brown. The powder tanker will support...
Thirty-six riders from across the transport and logistics sector helped Transaid raise more than £200,000 through its Kilimanjaro to Coast Cycle Challenge, writes Peter Brown. Funds from the 454km ride will support the international development organisation’s road...
