Strategic Northampton Depot Incoming
Due to our successful ongoing growth, Port Express are in the process of finalising arrangements for our newest depot, which will be strategically located in Northampton.
Taking Part In A Fantastic Felixstowe Carnival
Port Express are proud to have been sponsors and delighted to have taken part in the fantastic Felixstowe Carnival, which was held this past weekend.
2023 Driver Photo Competition Launched
It’s back, our popular driver competition is once again live and you can get involved by voting for your favourites.
Rest In Peace Steve ‘Jesse’ James
It was with great sadness that last week we lost one of our oldest colleges and friends Steve ‘Jesse’ James.
Liverpool Port Dispute Comes To An End
The latest planned strike at the Port of Liverpool has been cancelled as both parties come to an agreement.
DAF XG’s Arrive With New Livery
This weekend, Port Express took delivery of two more new generation DAF XG vehicles, part of our order of twenty.
Port Express Open Doncaster Depot
Port Express recently opened our new strategically positioned container services depot in Doncaster, Yorkshire.
DAF XG New Gen Vehicles Arrive
Port Express have just taken delivery of two new generation DAF XG+ vehicles, immediately putting them into action.
Felixstowe Restitution Impacting Two Carriers
Congestion at the Port of Felixstowe has led to restitution issues for two carriers.
Storm Barra Affecting Port Operations
High winds from Storm Barra are currently impacting both Southampton and Felixstowe ports.
Container Restitution Issues At Southampton
Congestion at the Port of Southampton has led to restitution issues with some carriers.
Southampton Port Temporarily Closed
Port Of Southampton operations have been suspended due to a major incident.
Carrier Reacts To Restitution Issues
The issue of carriers being unable to receive empty containers in Felixstowe has raised its ugly head.
Felixstowe: Current Issues With Restitution
Port congestion leads to carriers being unable to receive empty containers back to Felixstowe port.
Transport Secretary: Brexit Not To Blame
Transport Secretary Grant Shapps claims that Brexit is not the cause of the current driver shortage.
Government Set To Update HGV Tests
Reports in the national press suggest news about a streamlined HGV/LGV testing process is coming soon.
Driver Shortage Impacting Our Lives
The driver shortage continues to disrupt and is now beginning to impact many aspects of our day to day lives.
RHA – Army Help Won’t Scratch Surface
Talking to Sky News, the RHA have suggested that help from 2,000 army drivers, to alleviate the driver shortage…
Famous Ship At Felixstowe Port Today
The famous, or now more infamous, ‘Ever Given’, is finally due to arrive at the Port of Felixstowe today.
Truck Stop To Close Near Felixstowe
Industry in desperate need of more truck stops, yet the Orwell truck stop will be closing soon.
Government Not Delivering Truck Stops
A lack of truck stop progress means that drivers are continuing to put themselves at risk.
Government Unlikely To Act On RHA Request
According to recent reports, the government are not expected to approve the RHA’s request.
Extended Hours Won’t Fix HGV Crisis
According to the RHA, extended hours for already exhausted hauliers won’t fix the current delivery crisis.
RHA Write To PM Over HGV Driver Shortfall
The RHA have written to prime minister Boris Johnson regarding the ongoing driver shortage issue.
Winds Halt Felixstowe and Southampton Ports
The Port of Felixstowe has been closed since 4am this morning due to high winds, while the Port of Southampton…
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