Outline Planning Consent for Derbyshire Logistics Development

Harworth Group plc, a leading regenerator of land and property for sustainable development and investment, has secured a resolution to grant outline planning consent from Amber Valley Borough Council for the development of c1.5 million sq. ft. of Grade A Industrial & Logistics space and up to 300 new homes at its Cinderhill development in Derbyshire.

Harworth owns or controls the majority of the site through a combination of freehold ownership and under a Planning Promotion and Marketing Agreement (PPMA). The company is the first developer to unlock this complex site since taking control of it in 2018 and this planning achievement further evidences the Group’s ability to create value from its Strategic Land portfolio.

Located in Derbyshire, adjacent to the A38, the Cinderhill site has a long history of industrial uses including an iron foundry and opencast coal extraction. The Group’s proposal includes land remediation, site servicing and installation of high-quality infrastructure to facilitate the construction of Grade A commercial units. The regeneration of this site once complete is expected to create over 1,000 new jobs and the whole scheme has been carefully designed to incorporate infrastructure capable of supporting sustainable living and provides connectivity via cycle paths, footways and bus routes.

Lynda Shillaw, Chief Executive at Harworth, commented: “The receipt of planning at Cinderhill is a significant milestone as this complex site has involved careful masterplanning over the years alongside collaboration with a number of different stakeholders. This achievement highlights our specialist skillset and track record of securing planning and regenerating former industrial land. We look forward to playing a part in the delivery of a high-quality sustainable scheme in a region which has a strong manufacturing and logistics presence and where Harworth continues to see strong demand for our serviced land products.”

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Transforming Logistics with Predictive Analytics

Predictive analytics is one of the most powerful tools logistics companies have at their fingertips, according to 4PL Sheer Logistics. More accessible than ever, this type of technology empowers companies to make better decisions to grow their organization from the ground up and does so with real-time efficiency.

For companies that apply predictive analytics to their logistics operation, there is a real competitive advantage. It can offer numerous benefits across all areas of the supply chain, including improving visibility, allowing for better resource allocation, streamlining inventory management, and reducing safety risks.

Predictive analytics, which is noted by Harvard Business School as the method of using data to identify trends, extract insights, and answer questions, enables better strategizing and improved business decision making. There are numerous types of data analytics, with predictive analytics focusing specifically on what might happen in the future.

The Role of Data in Modern Supply Chains

Modern supply chains have more data available to them than ever. That data, along with advanced analytics, can help pinpoint specific patterns that can help make better decisions. In many ways, data can help logistics companies in all facets of their operation. Some examples include:
● Improving route decisions: Designed to optimize routes, this has a direct impact on schedules, customer satisfaction, and profits.
● Performance data: With real-time tracking and monitoring throughout the logistics company, it is possible to pinpoint potential areas of weakness and create plans for improvement.
● Risk mitigation and management: Predictive analytics is highly effective in helping to transform logistics by pinpointing the most likely risks and allowing for better overall management of resources to minimize such risks.
● Supply chain visibility and transparency: Data can also be used to support supply chain visibility in real-time, opening the door for new opportunities to capture data and to make better decisions as opportunities occur.
● Supply chain agility and responsiveness: Data can also be used to improve the overall ability of a supply chain, or more specifically the logistics company, to respond to changing conditions and better meet customer demand.
● Sustainability: Data can also provide for improved sustainability efforts, reducing fuel costs and improving overall longevity of fleets and equipment.

How Predictive Analytics Enhances Supply Chain Visibility

Consider the specific area of supply chain visibility. Oracle shares that supply chain visibility is rather a simple premise in that it is the ability of a company to have a detailed, accurate, and real-time view of its products as they move from the original supplier to the customer. When you apply data analytics to this process, you gain several key benefits:
● Optimized transportation routing: One of the best benefits for logistics companies is optimizing routing. With data, it is possible to make decisions that improve efficiency, including both time-efficient and cost-efficient routes. This data comes from numerous sources, such as weather patterns, GPS logging devices, and traffic patterns.
● Improved supplier monitoring and selection: Also notable is that logistics companies can make better supplier selections based on factors such as sustainability efforts, reliability, and that partner’s overall performance.
● Real-time decision making: The use of predictive analytics in logistics is empowering because it enables companies to make real-time decisions based on fast-changing information. This can include identifying opportunities or mitigating risks.

With the help of a 4PL provider, it is possible to gain oversight of all of these areas and numerous more to improve the overall success of any logistics operation.

Enhancing Forecasting Accuracy with Predictive Models

Another way logistics companies can benefit from predictive analytics is in forecasting. How much product needs to be available in one area compared to another? When will spikes in seasonality make a difference in resource planning? These are basic questions, but with predictive models, it is possible to get highly enhanced and very accurate insights into how to better manage your logistics company.

For example, one of the most effective ways to use these tools is to optimize inventory levels in warehouses or even in resource planning. Companies can use historical sales data to provide some insight, but this is not new. Companies have been doing that for years. What is new is that predictive analytics can offer more insight and allow for consideration of various influencing factors, such as inflationary pressures, delays in products, or trends in the market.

The direct result of this is that companies can make better decisions about their product needs and resource planning. Within the logistics industry alone, this can help with:
● Reducing capital tied up in too many vehicles
● Overstocking situations in warehouses
● Lack of product in the right locations
● Reducing carrying costs overall
● Improving overall resource planning decision-making

Utilization of predictive models can create multiple scenarios, enabling logistics companies to plan for the worst and be ready for the best outcomes. That can ensure better growth and customer satisfaction.

Overcoming Challenges in Implementing Predictive Analytics

The application of predictive analytics in logistics offers numerous advantages at any scale, but some noted challenges can occur. Some critical factors include:
● Ensuring the accuracy of data collected and basing that information on the latest available data. The frequency of data collection, how it is being evaluated, and the overall accuracy of collection methods can make a big difference. Focus on data quality.
● Manage data volume and time demands: Organizations will have access to incredible amounts of data, and that can be a very good thing. However, some predictive analytics tools offer too much of the wrong information, slowing down the decision-making process without reward. It is critical, then, to pick and choose core elements that are most meaningful to the company’s objectives.
● Navigating security and data privacy: This is another area of potential concern, depending on the scenario. Companies must be able to invest in the highest level of security and work to mitigate risks in any data invasion.

With the utilization of predictive analytics, logistics companies can see remarkable change, growth, and profit margin improvement. Applying the right tools at the right time can significantly help companies achieve better results. With the help of a 4PL provider, it is possible to gain oversight of all these areas and numerous more to improve the overall success of any logistics operation.

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Business Intelligence System Benefits Large and Small Logistics Providers

 

Transforming Logistics with Predictive Analytics

Predictive analytics is one of the most powerful tools logistics companies have at their fingertips, according to 4PL Sheer Logistics. More accessible than ever, this type of technology empowers companies to make better decisions to grow their organization from the ground up and does so with real-time efficiency.

For companies that apply predictive analytics to their logistics operation, there is a real competitive advantage. It can offer numerous benefits across all areas of the supply chain, including improving visibility, allowing for better resource allocation, streamlining inventory management, and reducing safety risks.

Predictive analytics, which is noted by Harvard Business School as the method of using data to identify trends, extract insights, and answer questions, enables better strategizing and improved business decision making. There are numerous types of data analytics, with predictive analytics focusing specifically on what might happen in the future.

The Role of Data in Modern Supply Chains

Modern supply chains have more data available to them than ever. That data, along with advanced analytics, can help pinpoint specific patterns that can help make better decisions. In many ways, data can help logistics companies in all facets of their operation. Some examples include:
● Improving route decisions: Designed to optimize routes, this has a direct impact on schedules, customer satisfaction, and profits.
● Performance data: With real-time tracking and monitoring throughout the logistics company, it is possible to pinpoint potential areas of weakness and create plans for improvement.
● Risk mitigation and management: Predictive analytics is highly effective in helping to transform logistics by pinpointing the most likely risks and allowing for better overall management of resources to minimize such risks.
● Supply chain visibility and transparency: Data can also be used to support supply chain visibility in real-time, opening the door for new opportunities to capture data and to make better decisions as opportunities occur.
● Supply chain agility and responsiveness: Data can also be used to improve the overall ability of a supply chain, or more specifically the logistics company, to respond to changing conditions and better meet customer demand.
● Sustainability: Data can also provide for improved sustainability efforts, reducing fuel costs and improving overall longevity of fleets and equipment.

How Predictive Analytics Enhances Supply Chain Visibility

Consider the specific area of supply chain visibility. Oracle shares that supply chain visibility is rather a simple premise in that it is the ability of a company to have a detailed, accurate, and real-time view of its products as they move from the original supplier to the customer. When you apply data analytics to this process, you gain several key benefits:
● Optimized transportation routing: One of the best benefits for logistics companies is optimizing routing. With data, it is possible to make decisions that improve efficiency, including both time-efficient and cost-efficient routes. This data comes from numerous sources, such as weather patterns, GPS logging devices, and traffic patterns.
● Improved supplier monitoring and selection: Also notable is that logistics companies can make better supplier selections based on factors such as sustainability efforts, reliability, and that partner’s overall performance.
● Real-time decision making: The use of predictive analytics in logistics is empowering because it enables companies to make real-time decisions based on fast-changing information. This can include identifying opportunities or mitigating risks.

With the help of a 4PL provider, it is possible to gain oversight of all of these areas and numerous more to improve the overall success of any logistics operation.

Enhancing Forecasting Accuracy with Predictive Models

Another way logistics companies can benefit from predictive analytics is in forecasting. How much product needs to be available in one area compared to another? When will spikes in seasonality make a difference in resource planning? These are basic questions, but with predictive models, it is possible to get highly enhanced and very accurate insights into how to better manage your logistics company.

For example, one of the most effective ways to use these tools is to optimize inventory levels in warehouses or even in resource planning. Companies can use historical sales data to provide some insight, but this is not new. Companies have been doing that for years. What is new is that predictive analytics can offer more insight and allow for consideration of various influencing factors, such as inflationary pressures, delays in products, or trends in the market.

The direct result of this is that companies can make better decisions about their product needs and resource planning. Within the logistics industry alone, this can help with:
● Reducing capital tied up in too many vehicles
● Overstocking situations in warehouses
● Lack of product in the right locations
● Reducing carrying costs overall
● Improving overall resource planning decision-making

Utilization of predictive models can create multiple scenarios, enabling logistics companies to plan for the worst and be ready for the best outcomes. That can ensure better growth and customer satisfaction.

Overcoming Challenges in Implementing Predictive Analytics

The application of predictive analytics in logistics offers numerous advantages at any scale, but some noted challenges can occur. Some critical factors include:
● Ensuring the accuracy of data collected and basing that information on the latest available data. The frequency of data collection, how it is being evaluated, and the overall accuracy of collection methods can make a big difference. Focus on data quality.
● Manage data volume and time demands: Organizations will have access to incredible amounts of data, and that can be a very good thing. However, some predictive analytics tools offer too much of the wrong information, slowing down the decision-making process without reward. It is critical, then, to pick and choose core elements that are most meaningful to the company’s objectives.
● Navigating security and data privacy: This is another area of potential concern, depending on the scenario. Companies must be able to invest in the highest level of security and work to mitigate risks in any data invasion.

With the utilization of predictive analytics, logistics companies can see remarkable change, growth, and profit margin improvement. Applying the right tools at the right time can significantly help companies achieve better results. With the help of a 4PL provider, it is possible to gain oversight of all these areas and numerous more to improve the overall success of any logistics operation.

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Business Intelligence System Benefits Large and Small Logistics Providers

 

Supply Chain Software Survey

Be a catalyst for change – take part in Körber’s new Supply Chain Software Survey.

The supply chain landscape is shifting at an unprecedented pace – and with increasing complexity. As a leader in supply chain solutions, Körber is committed to steering customers effectively through these challenges. Curious about what’s next for the supply chain industry? Your perspective is the key to unlocking what’s next.

Share your insights on emerging trends, AI integration and sustainability initiatives in Körber’s Supply Chain Software Survey – and set the future direction of logistics.

Körber is conducting a short survey to gather key insights from industry professionals. Your expertise is invaluable in understanding the current challenges and opportunities within this sector.

 

This survey will explore:

– The key operational challenges you face, such as demand fluctuations and technological change
– Your investment plans in areas like AI technologies, robotics and sustainability
– Your adoption of optimization technologies, from autonomous mobile robots to warehouse management systems
– Your input will not only help us enhance our solutions, but also provide a clearer picture of where your peers – and the industry as a whole – are headed.

Please take a few moments to share your thoughts by clicking the button below: Take the survey.

Rest assured, all responses are anonymous. Thank you for taking part.

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AA Cargo Flies Record Volumes of Mango

Today on National Mango Day, American Airlines Cargo shares record volumes of mango shipments as it marks the half-way point in a multi-month project for the carrier in transporting high volumes of fresh mangoes this summer. The mangoes began first transiting in late May and will continue to move through the end of August, with volumes peaking mid-July to mid-August.

Originating in Pakistan, the mangoes travel on American’s interline partner to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) where they are trucked to a treatment plant for washing and then on to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY).

Out of MSY, American utilizes its vast domestic network and narrowbody fleet to connect the mangoes across the US via hubs Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD), and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).

The mangoes are bundled together by colour and taste: Red are sweet, Blue are semi-sweet, and Yellow are tart. So far, the carrier has moved more than 50,000 lbs. of mangoes with estimated volumes surpassing 125,000 lbs. by the end of August. This is the first project of this scale to come out of American’s cargo operations in MSY.

American has extensive experience transporting fresh fruits and perishable goods like mangoes for many years. The carrier offers container handling systems and refrigeration coolers at key hubs, as well as transit guidelines and packaging requirements that ensure perishables stay fresh on their journey.

American Airlines Cargo transports cargo daily between major cities in the United States, Europe, Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, Latin America and Asia. Offering a variety of products and handling capabilities, American Airlines Cargo supports shipments from life-saving pharmaceuticals to mail and e-commerce on the world’s largest passenger network.

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Transport Orchestration Platform with new Capabilities

As the transportation industry evolves, software solutions are becoming increasingly critical in managing complex logistic systems. By integrating ZF’s deep expertise in vehicle systems into the development of its software solutions, ZF’s AI-powered orchestration platform SCALAR can help fleet managers optimize their fleet operations through predictive diagnostics and avoid unplanned downtime of their vehicles.

Unlike traditional fleet management tools, SCALAR offers a comprehensive approach that takes fleet management to the next level. Fleet managers benefit from being able to access real-time data and predictive analytics so that they can optimize the movement of their vehicles, trailers, and drivers.

Ensuring software is kept up to date

With the introduction of cybersecurity regulation UNECE R156, vehicle manufacturers are required to follow a standardized approach for software updates, authorizations and management. To help OEMs comply with the SUMS (Software Update Management System) regulations efficiently, ZF has introduced a new secure and efficient service through SCALAR. Its cloud-based SUMS as a Service (SUMSaaS) function manages the software updates for commercial vehicles, as well as for individual vehicle system or component, and makes them available for authorization. Additionally, it also keeps accurate records throughout the vehicle’s entire lifecycle. SCALAR SUMSaaS ensures that vehicle software can be updated securely, efficiently and effectively to fix bugs, patch security vulnerabilities as well as add new features while maintaining compliance with processes as stipulated by UNECE R156.

The SCALAR Trailer Software as a Service solution helps maximize uptime and performance while reducing costs for the whole trailer ecosystem, including trailer builders, rental companies, and fleets.

By connecting to ZF EBS-connected and TPMS-ready trailers, it enables a detailed remote assessment of the trailer’s technical health status. Beyond the collection of track and trace information, the service also supports fleets in optimizing fuel efficiency and avoid unplanned downtimes with wheel-end monitoring including tyre-pressure and tyre-temperature. Furthermore, it enables trailer builders to improve trailer design and customer service, creating a closer connection with their fleet customers.

Service time module enhances compliance

The service time module in the SCALAR dashboard helps fleets transition to digital systems, ensuring compliance with the mandatory upgrade from Smart Tachograph Gen 1 to Gen 2. This platform visualizes drivers’ service times, analyzes service options and assists with payroll administration as well as salary calculations. Additionally, SCALAR supports data downloads from all leading tachograph manufacturers, including the upcoming ZF Smart Tachograph.

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Fleet Connectivity for Commercial Vehicles

 

Transport Orchestration Platform with new Capabilities

As the transportation industry evolves, software solutions are becoming increasingly critical in managing complex logistic systems. By integrating ZF’s deep expertise in vehicle systems into the development of its software solutions, ZF’s AI-powered orchestration platform SCALAR can help fleet managers optimize their fleet operations through predictive diagnostics and avoid unplanned downtime of their vehicles.

Unlike traditional fleet management tools, SCALAR offers a comprehensive approach that takes fleet management to the next level. Fleet managers benefit from being able to access real-time data and predictive analytics so that they can optimize the movement of their vehicles, trailers, and drivers.

Ensuring software is kept up to date

With the introduction of cybersecurity regulation UNECE R156, vehicle manufacturers are required to follow a standardized approach for software updates, authorizations and management. To help OEMs comply with the SUMS (Software Update Management System) regulations efficiently, ZF has introduced a new secure and efficient service through SCALAR. Its cloud-based SUMS as a Service (SUMSaaS) function manages the software updates for commercial vehicles, as well as for individual vehicle system or component, and makes them available for authorization. Additionally, it also keeps accurate records throughout the vehicle’s entire lifecycle. SCALAR SUMSaaS ensures that vehicle software can be updated securely, efficiently and effectively to fix bugs, patch security vulnerabilities as well as add new features while maintaining compliance with processes as stipulated by UNECE R156.

The SCALAR Trailer Software as a Service solution helps maximize uptime and performance while reducing costs for the whole trailer ecosystem, including trailer builders, rental companies, and fleets.

By connecting to ZF EBS-connected and TPMS-ready trailers, it enables a detailed remote assessment of the trailer’s technical health status. Beyond the collection of track and trace information, the service also supports fleets in optimizing fuel efficiency and avoid unplanned downtimes with wheel-end monitoring including tyre-pressure and tyre-temperature. Furthermore, it enables trailer builders to improve trailer design and customer service, creating a closer connection with their fleet customers.

Service time module enhances compliance

The service time module in the SCALAR dashboard helps fleets transition to digital systems, ensuring compliance with the mandatory upgrade from Smart Tachograph Gen 1 to Gen 2. This platform visualizes drivers’ service times, analyzes service options and assists with payroll administration as well as salary calculations. Additionally, SCALAR supports data downloads from all leading tachograph manufacturers, including the upcoming ZF Smart Tachograph.

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Fleet Connectivity for Commercial Vehicles

 

Are LNG Fleets Powering Your Deliveries?

With the amount of deliveries skyrocketing in recent years, as online shopping continues to increase in popularity, it means the emissions of vehicles used to deliver these goods have also seen increased numbers, writes Jen Neale of Dover Fueling Solutions. Today, transport emissions represent around 25% of the EU’s total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

In fact, emissions from transport have been on the rise since 2021, nearly rising back to pre-pandemic figures, with heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) being the second largest contributors only behind cars responsible for 28% of climate emissions from road transport in Europe, while accounting for only 2% of the vehicles on the road. The natural increase in HGV and long-haul deliveries means many companies may be looking at alternative fuels to reduce the emissions produced. Liquefied natural gas (LNG) could be that solution, and many may not realize some delivery companies are already employing them for deliveries.

With the concentration of LNG refueling stations increasing across the continent, the majority of which are in Western Europe and Asia, many of the items ordered from depots might actually have been shipped using LNG fleets. Fueling company Dover Fueling Solutions® has offered expert insight into the benefits of LNG and identifies which brands you might not have realized have already invested.

Why use LNG?

Natural gas is still an abundant resource that can be utilized as LNG to act as an alternative fuel source to traditional fuels. On emissions alone they offer a welcome change, producing 40% less carbon dioxide than other non-renewable fuels, making it one of the cleanest fossil fuels available. Plus, with LNG being clean burning and bio-LNG being created from organic waste, CO2 emissions can be reduced up to 100%.

A huge benefit is that they’re imported into Europe and the UK from several markets around the globe, meaning it’s not expected to see cost increases like those currently seen with electricity. Nor is it connected with the price of oil, so it can result in being 10% – 25% cheaper than diesel, depending on the market. For HGV drivers, LNG doesn’t take away from the driving experience or the performance of the vehicle but in fact offers one very important positive: they are compliant with current and expected future emission standards. Not only will this mean that vehicles fuelled by LNG should be able to enter environmental zones toll-free, but they will also play a huge part in delivering a net zero 2050.

One additional benefit is LNG engines are 50% quieter than diesel engines, meaning they’re within territory for a peak quiet certification for a Truck in Silent mode of 71dB(A). This means that loading times can be more flexible to provide a greater quality of life in city centres, as well as being an improvement for late-night deliveries to not disturb quieter areas.

Who is already incorporating LNG into their deliveries?

If you’re planning on getting your weekly food shopping delivered to your home, it’s likely it was delivered by a fleet employing LNG. Major supermarkets have been investing in LNG, and in the UK alone, two of the giants, Tesco and Asda, have both made the switch. This trend has continued throughout Europe with Spanish supermarket chain Mercadona, EDEKA in Germany, and Dutch chain Albert Heijn improving their efforts to employ the use of LNG in their fleets. Lidl is another chain that has been pushing for alternative gases within its fleet, employing both LNG and compressed natural gas (CNG) to fuel its delivery services in Switzerland.

Beyond supermarkets, major international delivery companies are investing more in alternative fuels like LNG. DHL has forecast a reduction in carbon emissions by 2,200 tonnes through replacing 20 diesel vehicles with LNG specifically for its M&S fleet.

Global LNG Fleet

Amazon has become a powerhouse in deliveries globally and in 2021 added 1,000 CNG trucks to their European fleet, showing how prevalent the shift towards these alternative fuels has become. Evri and UPS have followed suit and have begun investing heavily in LNG to expand the eco-approach to transport logistics. This could mean many of the items you’ve ordered online are potentially being shipped or delivered by a vehicle utilizing an LNG or CNG engine.

The shift towards LNG being incorporated into transport logistics strategies as a transitional fuel marks a much wider evolution in the way the transport and shipping industry approaches its fueling. Consumer behaviours are also transitioning as they become more aware of how sustainable and environmentally friendly the products they buy are, including how they are delivered. Knowing their orders are being delivered in a way that isn’t contributing to further emissions can offer the environmentally-conscious consumer greater peace of mind.

A greener future for generations to come is something you simply can’t put a price on.

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Mobility Services Provider DKV Expands LNG Coverage

 

Are LNG Fleets Powering Your Deliveries?

With the amount of deliveries skyrocketing in recent years, as online shopping continues to increase in popularity, it means the emissions of vehicles used to deliver these goods have also seen increased numbers, writes Jen Neale of Dover Fueling Solutions. Today, transport emissions represent around 25% of the EU’s total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

In fact, emissions from transport have been on the rise since 2021, nearly rising back to pre-pandemic figures, with heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) being the second largest contributors only behind cars responsible for 28% of climate emissions from road transport in Europe, while accounting for only 2% of the vehicles on the road. The natural increase in HGV and long-haul deliveries means many companies may be looking at alternative fuels to reduce the emissions produced. Liquefied natural gas (LNG) could be that solution, and many may not realize some delivery companies are already employing them for deliveries.

With the concentration of LNG refueling stations increasing across the continent, the majority of which are in Western Europe and Asia, many of the items ordered from depots might actually have been shipped using LNG fleets. Fueling company Dover Fueling Solutions® has offered expert insight into the benefits of LNG and identifies which brands you might not have realized have already invested.

Why use LNG?

Natural gas is still an abundant resource that can be utilized as LNG to act as an alternative fuel source to traditional fuels. On emissions alone they offer a welcome change, producing 40% less carbon dioxide than other non-renewable fuels, making it one of the cleanest fossil fuels available. Plus, with LNG being clean burning and bio-LNG being created from organic waste, CO2 emissions can be reduced up to 100%.

A huge benefit is that they’re imported into Europe and the UK from several markets around the globe, meaning it’s not expected to see cost increases like those currently seen with electricity. Nor is it connected with the price of oil, so it can result in being 10% – 25% cheaper than diesel, depending on the market. For HGV drivers, LNG doesn’t take away from the driving experience or the performance of the vehicle but in fact offers one very important positive: they are compliant with current and expected future emission standards. Not only will this mean that vehicles fuelled by LNG should be able to enter environmental zones toll-free, but they will also play a huge part in delivering a net zero 2050.

One additional benefit is LNG engines are 50% quieter than diesel engines, meaning they’re within territory for a peak quiet certification for a Truck in Silent mode of 71dB(A). This means that loading times can be more flexible to provide a greater quality of life in city centres, as well as being an improvement for late-night deliveries to not disturb quieter areas.

Who is already incorporating LNG into their deliveries?

If you’re planning on getting your weekly food shopping delivered to your home, it’s likely it was delivered by a fleet employing LNG. Major supermarkets have been investing in LNG, and in the UK alone, two of the giants, Tesco and Asda, have both made the switch. This trend has continued throughout Europe with Spanish supermarket chain Mercadona, EDEKA in Germany, and Dutch chain Albert Heijn improving their efforts to employ the use of LNG in their fleets. Lidl is another chain that has been pushing for alternative gases within its fleet, employing both LNG and compressed natural gas (CNG) to fuel its delivery services in Switzerland.

Beyond supermarkets, major international delivery companies are investing more in alternative fuels like LNG. DHL has forecast a reduction in carbon emissions by 2,200 tonnes through replacing 20 diesel vehicles with LNG specifically for its M&S fleet.

Global LNG Fleet

Amazon has become a powerhouse in deliveries globally and in 2021 added 1,000 CNG trucks to their European fleet, showing how prevalent the shift towards these alternative fuels has become. Evri and UPS have followed suit and have begun investing heavily in LNG to expand the eco-approach to transport logistics. This could mean many of the items you’ve ordered online are potentially being shipped or delivered by a vehicle utilizing an LNG or CNG engine.

The shift towards LNG being incorporated into transport logistics strategies as a transitional fuel marks a much wider evolution in the way the transport and shipping industry approaches its fueling. Consumer behaviours are also transitioning as they become more aware of how sustainable and environmentally friendly the products they buy are, including how they are delivered. Knowing their orders are being delivered in a way that isn’t contributing to further emissions can offer the environmentally-conscious consumer greater peace of mind.

A greener future for generations to come is something you simply can’t put a price on.

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Mobility Services Provider DKV Expands LNG Coverage

 

Operations Expanded with Service Centre in Ingolstadt

Tosca, a global supplier of reusable packaging solutions, has opened a new, state-of-the-art service centre in Ingolstadt, Germany. This downstream-focused facility, equipped with solar panels for sustainable energy usage and advanced technology capabilities, is designed to support Germany’s largest retailers with efficient, data-driven services.

Solutions purpose-built to unlock value across the supply chain

Tosca’s expert, custom-fit reusable packaging and pooling solutions unlock value and sustainability at every step of its customers’ supply chain. With the largest selection of 100% recyclable, reusable plastic packaging in the market and in-house R&D capabilities, it offers solutions purpose-built to eliminate food, labour, and transportation waste while upholding high-quality standards, safeguarding against product damage and contamination. It manages its customers’ logistics seamlessly, streamlining their supply chain, simplifying maintenance, optimising space and enhancing efficiency.

The company’s commitment to sustainable business practices, ethical and social responsibility has been recognised with the prestigious EcoVadis Gold Award for its sustainability initiatives in Europe and the UK. The award places Tosca in the top 5% of companies assessed, solidifying its position as a sustainability leader.

“We’re excited to unveil our newest service centre in Ingolstadt, a testament to our ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional service and value to our customers,” said Marco Gonzalez, Managing Director for Central Europe at Tosca. “This expansion highlights our ability to adapt quickly to market demands, as well and our dedication to growth in reusable plastic packaging solutions across Europe.”

Close to the customer with an extensive service centre footprint

The opening of the Ingolstadt service centre marks a significant expansion of Tosca’s footprint in Europe. With a total area of approximately 2,700 m², the centre is strategically positioned to cater to the growing demand for Tosca’s innovative reusable plastic products and pooling services in the region. With the addition of the Ingolstadt centre, Tosca currently operates 43 service centres across Europe.

Driven by the increasing business in plastic half pallet operations, the decision to establish the Ingolstadt centre underscores Tosca’s dedication to supporting its downstream customers across Europe. By optimising operations and reducing transport costs, the new centre will enhance efficiency while facilitating further growth in the region. Importantly, the centre is positioned to serve Tosca’s largest downstream customer in Central Europe and one of its key suppliers.

Notably, Tosca achieved an impressive lead time of just four months from the start of site search to operational readiness, showcasing the company’s agility and collaborative working across all departments.

Advanced technologies for operational excellence

Ingolstadt is equipped with advanced technologies, including RFID gates, scanning equipment, and automation systems. These innovations ensure optimal data accuracy and provide customers with deep insights into their supply chain performance, underscoring Tosca’s commitment to future-proofing supply chains. This technology enables Tosca to increase the efficiency and accuracy of their customers’ supply chains, driving growth, operational excellence and sustainability.

In August/September, Tosca will install a fully automated wash line at their site, including a conveyor reader on the wash line to automatically update asset status and monitor performance. These investments highlight Tosca’s commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and providing their customers with superior supply chain solutions.

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