New Freeports and HGV Parking Challenges
The UK is facing a severe deficit in secure HGV parking, with a shortage of 11,000 spaces nightly.No comprehensive audits have been conducted to assess the current status of parking…
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ArrowXL Appoints Ian Pearson as Procurement Lead
ArrowXL has taken a strategic step by appointing Ian Pearson as the new procurement manager, a move signifying a progressive shift in their procurement strategy.Pearson brings over two decades of…
Pallet-Track’s Landmark IT Investment for Growth
Pallet-Track is embarking on its most significant investment in IT systems and tracking technology to date, aiming to enhance growth and efficiency.This multi-million-pound initiative is strategically planned to cement Pallet-Track's…
AG Barr Ends Direct Delivery to Shops, Jobs at Risk
AG Barr, the renowned Irn-Bru maker, plans to halt its direct-to-store delivery services, impacting jobs.A review led to the closure decision of Barr Direct, affecting around 100 positions mostly at…
Retiring Wates Boss Urges Government to Prioritise Construction
Paul Chandler, outgoing Wates Construction chief, stresses the need for government focus on construction.Chandler criticises the political neglect of an industry vital to the economy and employment.He reflects on his…
Hoddesdon Distribution’s Turmoil Post-Sale
Harlow-based Hoddesdon Distribution faced significant challenges following its acquisition by an investment company, leading to administrative proceedings.The sale to Aquila Food Group Holding Company in 2022 resulted in a mass…
New Directors’ Code to Restore Trust Post-Carillion
A voluntary code of conduct for directors aims to restore trust post-Carillion's collapse.The code, developed by the Institute of Directors (IoD), responds to corporate failures.It includes principles like integrity, transparency,…
Construction Growth at Fastest Rate in Two Years
The construction industry is experiencing its swiftest growth in two years, according to newly published data.The S&P Global Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index reached a two-year high in May 2024.Commercial, civil…
Bouygues Secures £80m London Hospital Contract
Bouygues has been awarded the contract to construct a major healthcare facility in west London, aimed at enhancing cancer diagnostics.The new Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre will be built at West Middlesex…
East Midlands Councils Warn on Battery Disposal
A recent rise in bin lorry fires across the east Midlands has alarmed local councils, urging citizens to dispose of batteries properly.Cambridge City Council reports seven lorry fires this year,…
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