Royal Mail rolls out eHGV fleet

Royal Mail has rolled out the first eight eHGVs at its Midlands and North West parcel hubs as it moves to replacing diesel-power 42-tonne trucks with zero-emission alternatives. The eight DAF 42-tonne XD 350E electric HGVs will operate around the clock, handling ‘middle-mile’ deliveries between parcel hubs and mail centres. …

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New CEO for YEEP! | Post & Parcel

YEEP! today announced that Jamie Dickinson has been named as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). His appointment marks a significant milestone as the company accelerates its national rollout, targeting 8,000 locker locations by the end of 2029. Jamie joins YEEP! from Exelot UK Ltd, where he held several senior …

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Royal Mail adds new DAF electric trucks to its fleet

UK delivery service Royal Mail has introduced the first permanent electric trucks to its logistical fleet, as the company works towards its 2040 net zero target. Eight DAF XD 350E models, with a 42-tonne gross combination weight, will now be in operation at its Midlands and North West parcel hubs, …

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Government promises cash for local roads

The UK Government has said that it will ensure the £7.3bn announced in the Budget and due to be spent on local roads will be felt across England. It said that “councils from Blackpool to Milton Keynes” will benefit, and the funding would fill “millions of potholes” each year. Chancellor …

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