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Transport Market 14.07.2026
12 Min.

HGV bans in the UK and Mainland Europe

Accidents, traffic jams, delays caused by the weather – the transport industry is no stranger to challenges popping up out of nowhere that wreak havoc on your routes. And to make matters worse, there’s not all that much you can do about it either. One...
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Transport Market Logistics expertise 13.08.2025
9 Min.

HGV driver shortage, how do successful companies solve the crisis?

The HGV driver shortage hasn’t gone anywhere. Transport companies still struggle to meet deadlines, fill routes, and hold on to experienced drivers. Wages are rising. The pressure is building. But instead of repeating what you already know, this article...
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Logistics expertise 29.07.2025
7 Min.

Alternative fuels for HGVs

Road transport is a big factor in producing greenhouse gas emissions which has meant the transport sector has become increasingly under pressure to become more sustainable. Environmental legislation means transportation companies must consider which...
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Transport Market Logistics expertise 25.06.2025
4 Min.

How the removal of routine border checks on EU-UK animal and plant shipments simplifies trade

The new EU-UK post-Brexit trade negotiations offer an opportunity to be more efficient for companies involved in importing and exporting goods between the EU and UK. They also offer an opportunity to companies that produce fish exports, farming, and...
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Transport Management 24.06.2025
3 Min.

Plan the lorry route optimally: Why digital route optimisation is becoming ever more important

Rising operating costs, traffic jams and tight time windows are putting the transport industry under pressure. To stay competitive, simply delivering on time is no longer enough. The targeted optimisation of the truck route becomes a real advantage for...
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TIMOCOM 11.06.2025
4 Min.

Milk run and express transport in practice

Dynamics versus strategy – the success story of L.Force Milk run in logistics: definition Milk run is a transport and logistics method that involves the regular collection of goods from multiple supplier points, ensuring efficient delivery to their...
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Transport Management Security 11.06.2025
2 Min.

Freight exchange cybersecurity: what it means for online freight exchanges

Freight exchange cybersecurity: Gunnar Gburek explains what it means for TIMOCOM and customers. Cybersecurity should be a priority for every logistics company – no matter how small the business is. The economic damage caused by phantom carriers has...
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TIMOCOM Logistics expertise 20.05.2025
6 Min.

How to ship Road Freight from the UK to Ireland efficiently

The UK exports to many European countries with the top five being France, Belgium, Ireland, Netherlands, and Germany. UK-registered vehicles also import most commodities from Belgium, France, Netherlands, Germany, and Italy. As Ireland is closer...
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Transport Market News Logistics expertise 15.05.2025
7 Min.

Entry Summary Declaration UK 2025 update

From 31 January 2025, the Entry Summary Declaration (ENS) rules for transport to the United Kingdom have changed. These updates will directly impact transport companies, freight forwarders, and importers, bringing stricter requirements and tighter...
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TIMOCOM 15.05.2025
4 Min.

How can a freight forwarder build its brand as a carrier?

From local courier to European carrier – the Express Heroes case study In the world of transport and logistics, where competition is fierce and customer trust is crucial, building a brand as both a forwarder and a carrier is a real challenge. JSC...
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