​On 14 August, 2024, OMNI (Overseas Moving Network International) held the latest of its ‘World Series’ webinar events aimed at providing high-level training and guidance to its members.

On Monday, 1 October, following many weeks of speculation, dockworkers on the East and Gulf coasts of the USA went on strike.

In what it claims to be a ‘world first’ for a heavy vehicle manufacturer, Scania is aiming to cut emissions by utilising remanufactured parts on its main assembly line in Sweden. ​

September recorded the fastest UK annual house price growth in two years, up 3.2% according to the Nationwide House Price Index.

The Atlas World Group Board of Directors has announced that it is extending its contract with Chairman and CEO Jack Griffin.

A recent survey of 1,300 corporate leaders by consulting group KPMG has highlighted that 83% of leaders predict a full return to office working within three years.

Maersk has taken a significant step towards supporting the development of methanol bunkering in Japan by co-hosting the country’s first ‘methanol bunkering simulation’ at the Port of Yokohama.

A TÜV Rheinland study for the German Center for Rail Transport Research (DZSF) at the German Federal Railway Authority has shown the potential of photovoltaic (PV) applications on and in the rail infrastructure.

Scania has revamped its service offering by focussing on delivering a consistent Scania experience for owners, drivers and operators across Europe.

The new Volvo FH Electric, due for launch in the second half of next year, will be capable of covering up to 600 km in a single charge giving the opportunity for long-distance transport with zero tailpipe emissions.

Bramwell Relocation in Sheffield has purchased a second van from vehicle supplier Westbourne Professional to provide an additional Euro 6 option for access to the city’s Clean Air Zone.

The UK government has announced that new arrangements for parcels and freight movements between Great Britain and Northern Ireland, that were due to come into effect on 30 September 2024, have been pushed back.

The UK Net Zero Business Census has found that organisations recognise net zero as essential, but high costs, policy uncertainty, and skills gaps are leaving many unsure about the path ahead.

Lars Kuepper, Managing Director of Relosmart in Hong Kong, has announced the appointment of Maximilian Schwanenberg into the company’s Dual System Professional Training programme, from the beginning of September.

Grace in Australia has announced the appointment of Colin Murphy as the General Manager of Grace Corporate Services, based in Melbourne.

It should have been a simple thing really. My wife, Sheila, to whom I have been wed for well over 30 years, decided she would like to go swimming.

WestJet Cargo in Canada has expanded its pet transportation services to three major European airports: London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), and Edinburgh (EDI).

Logistics UK is providing transport managers with access to its online version of its educational event, Logistics UK’s Transport Manager 2024, sponsored by Brigade Electronics.

The Grace Group in Australia has announced that Nicki French, Director of Moving Services at Grace Removals, has been appointed as the new president of the Australian Furniture Removers Association (AFRA).

The MOBILITAS Group has officially opened its doors in Kuwait under its AGS brand. The expansion forms part of the conglomerate’s regional strategy to cater to the entire Gulf Peninsula.