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Transport Market Logistics expertise 07.09.2023
4 Min.

Exchanging pallets in the transport and logistics industry – Do’s and Don’ts

When goods are delivered to a customer, they are handed over together with the right number of pallets needed to transport them. In return, the lorry driver also takes back the same number of pallets they have just dropped off, so as to maintain the...
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Transport Market Logistics expertise 31.08.2023
1 Min.

5 Tips: How to optimise the cash flow in your transport company

Having an optimised cash flow is vital for transport companies – it allows them to cover their costs, make investments and keep the company on stable financial footing. We have five tips for you that will help you optimise your cash flow.
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Transport Market 24.08.2023
4 Min.

Customs Clearance Made Simple

The decision to leave the European Single Market and the Customs Union has fundamentally changed UK border controls and customs clearance. This directly impacts importers and exporters, as well as transporters, moving goods between the UK and the EU....
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Transport Market Logistics expertise 29.06.2023
2 Min.

Keeping cool – summer tips for lorry drivers

The summer has finally arrived – but it’s a challenging time of year for lorry drivers. The heat, the longer days and the busy roads can all make doing their job more difficult than normal. Our list of simple tips and tricks will help lorry drivers make...
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Transport Market Logistics expertise 22.06.2023
5 Min.

The right pallet for your supply chain

Anyone working in the field of logistics will have come across more than a few pallets. Pallets are the means of transport and – depending on the purpose – come in various sizes, shapes and materials. Pallets make it easier to handle freight and goods...
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Transport Market Logistics expertise 09.05.2023
4 Min.

Sustainable warehouses: What makes them special and where you can optimise them

Sustainability is at the top of everyone’s agenda these days, and for good reason – it’s an important topic. And it is one that both private individuals and companies alike are recognising as such. Companies in particular have no choice but to lessen...
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Transport Market Logistics expertise 06.04.2023
3 Min.

TIMOCOM Start-Up Blog: Four steps to gaining a truck driver’s license

Have you always wanted to work as a truck driver? Then you will need a truck driver’s license. This blog post talks you through the steps you need to get your truck driver’s license and gives you tips on what you need to pay attention to.
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Transport Market Logistics expertise 02.03.2023
2 Min.

7 tips for improving safety at your transport company

Safety on the road is very important for transport companies – in fact, it is one of the decisive factors that determines their success. And there are simple ways that your business can improve safety in their transport processes: by using a GPS,...
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Transport Market 11.11.2022
4 Min.

Take a two-pronged approach: Use the spot market to avoid empty runs while simultaneously securing contracts

Capacity optimisation software has been around for a long time. TIMOCOM launched the freight exchange 25 years ago. Today, it is a marketplace in which service providers and transport customers can connect with one another digitally. This blog post will...
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Transport Market Logistics expertise 02.11.2022
2 Min.

The Benefits of incorporating Return Loads for Cost-efficient Road Haulage

Return loading, also known as "backloading," has become an essential strategy for reducing transport costs in the road freight industry, offering businesses an efficient way to cut expenses while improving environmental impact. This method involves...
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