Logistics

Vehicle tracking and the future of smarter fleet management for UK businesses

There was once a time when efficiency was the kind of thing businesses could dip into to gain a competitive edge. That time is gone. In the UK’s ever-tougher business climate, efficiency isn’t a bonus...

GXO to run Luton Airport delivery hub as £11.5m project creates 150 jobs

A new GXO-run consolidation centre at London Luton Airport will screen all airside deliveries and is expected to create 150 jobs. The airport said the new centre will screen and manage every airside...

Bedfordshire businesses turn to self-storage for space and savings

As companies face space constraints for essential items, many in Bedfordshire and surrounding areas are turning to self-storage for more practical and cost-efficient solutions to manage...

Legal advice: Are logistics businesses COVID-safe for Christmas?

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is stepping up its efforts to ensure Christmas is delivered safely as we enter the festive season. With online...

Sir Vince Cable MP says Bedford deserves recent investment

Sir Vince Cable MP, leader of the Liberal Democrats, visited Bedford today and told the Bedford Independent that Bedford deserves the recent and future investment it has received...

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