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11
Sep
Brexit: uncertainty drives the industry round the bend
Are the Brexit negotiations heading in the right direction? The short answer is ‘not yet’. Clarity is needed. The Road Haulage Association,who represent nearly half of the UK’s lorry fleet (which is around half a million strong), go as far […]
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22
Aug
Is bigger, better?
Recently SEAT, the Spanish car manufacturer and their logistics partner have road tested the extra-long ‘duo trailer’, which is 31.7m long. The reason for trialling this is that it is hoped that it will deliver 25% cost reduction and 20% […]
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01
Aug
The importance of scheduling…and how mistakes can lead to major disruption
Scheduling is important in all manner of different industries and walks of life. Planning and proactive and effective scheduling are one of the cornerstones of the award-winning service we provide here at Masters. We take it very seriously. Its importance […]
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18
Jun
Masters receive double honours at recent Palletline awards
We are extremely proud to announce that Masters Logistical have recently been recognised at the annual Palletline awards, and were delighted to receive two top awards. Operating since 1991, Palletline is the ‘UK’s first premium, palletised freight distribution company, operating […]
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31
May
Things to consider before outsourcing
Here at Masters we understand how important it is to select the correct outsourcing partner. We understand that finding the most suitable provider is not without its challenges, as it is essential to the reputation of your business that you […]
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28
Apr
Why you need to prioritise warehouse safety in the supply chain
‘At Masters Logistical, we believe it is the people, as well as the service, that makes the company. We take care of our staff just as much as our customers.’ Which is why we keep warehouse safety as our absolute […]
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29
Mar
Masters sponsors local Awards
Masters Logistical are delighted to announce that we are sponsoring this year’s Ely Hero Awards. First launched in 2017, The Ely Hero Awards are organised by the drain care and repair specialists Metro Rod Cambridge and in partnership with The […]
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28
Feb
Delivering the perfect partnership
You’ve probably heard this before, but it’s true – the world around us is changing. Automation is taking over, and more and more business is being done with a tap of a button instead of a shake of a hand. […]
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19
Jan
Logistics and the IoT – a more connected industry?
What is the Internet of Things (IoT)? Until relatively recently the Internet has been composed entirely of computers connected to one another over a network to send, receive, process and store information. However, innovative technology has now changed the ways […]
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19
Dec
The shape of the driver shortage problem in 2017
According to a 2017 Government report, Britain’s roads continue to be the primary method of transporting freight within the UK. In 2015, just over three quarters (76%) of all goods moved were by road, with the remainder by water (15%) […]
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