Tag Archives: bulk logistics

Already in the midst of a major recruitment drive, one of the West Midlands’ most innovative and revered manufacturers – Solihull-based Whale Tankers – is reenergising its focus on its proven modern apprenticeship programme. Having been forced to put a cessation on a scheme first launched in 2003 due to …

Abbey has formed a new partnership with Cisternas Amarillo S.L (Amarillo), a large bulk powder road tanker company based in Seville, Spain and part of the full-service logistics company, Pantoja Grupo Logistico. The partnership is designed to provide continuous movement of customers’ products between the UK and Spain and provide …

Rental is the future of supply sustainability says Schoeller Allibert UK Schoeller Allibert, the European market leader in the production of recyclable, reusable and returnable packaging solutions for the chemical industry, has commented on the current shortage of intermediate bulk containers in the market and the need for new rental …

China is stockpiling every kind of commodity at a “mind-blowing” rate, with the country’s imports propping up an overall fall in trade volumes globally, bulk terminal operators and shippers were told last week at a virtual conference organised by the Association of Bulk Terminal Operators (ABTO). In an introductory presentation …

The UK’s largest bulk chemical logistics company Suttons has been showcasing its commitment to safety and innovation during a customer focused event. A variety of workshops were held led by Suttons senior managers, focusing on the organisation’s safety culture, compliance excellence and innovative technology project with fleet telematics provider Microlise. …

Suttons Tankers has strengthened its team with two new appointments at board level. Gary Oliver joins as Operations Director West, replacing Roger Parr who has now been appointed the company’s new Commercial Director. Roger’s appointment recognises his successful leadership in a series of continuous improvement projects for leading customers of Suttons …

Logistics specialist Suttons Japan has reached an important milestone, celebrating its 20th anniversary. The company was formed in 1998 as a joint venture with UK-based Suttons International, global experts in the delivery of products and services to the chemicals, gases, fuels and food sectors. To mark the occasion, Suttons’ CEO …

Wincanton plc, the largest British logistics company, is expanding its construction fleet as a result of the organisation’s continued growth within the sector. The expansion of Wincanton’s construction capability will see the bulk powder haulage operation receive additional powder tankers, which will service existing customers as well as provide capacity …

Abbey Logistics Group has announced the appointment of Tony Kenny as Group Operations Director. Tony Kenny’s appointment is key to supporting Abbey’s drive for operational excellence. His role will be critical in ensuring the company continues to provide a best in class service to its customers across the UK and northern …

Leading international logistics and supply chain company Suttons Group has taken delivery of a fleet of new, food grade, 20ft tank containers. The containers have gone into operation serving lanes between North America and Europe. Suttons is more widely known for its bulk chemical and gas logistics and supply chain …