As the new regulations for ADR 2025 come into force, optional in January, but mandatory from the end of June, one of the ‘less obvious’ changes is in relation to the carriage of dangerous goods in Limited Quantities with regards to training. Can you spot the difference below? 8.2.3 Training of persons other than the […]
As many of our readers who visit our news pages regularly will already know, come Christmas, instead of corporate gifts we use the money to make several donations to various charities, mainly those that are small and generally unsupported by government or other large donors. This year we asked all of our colleagues for their […]
We are delighted to share that Salford Lads and Girls Club, a vital institution in the Salford community since 1903, has successfully reached its fundraising goal and is saved from closure. With £250,000 needed to secure its future, the outpouring of support from the community has ensured the club’s continued operation and its lasting impact […]
In association with BIFA, we were pleased to present a dangerous goods awareness training workshop at our offices today. Ital Logistics has been synonymous with the carriage of dangerous goods since inception, and we are pleased to share our knowledge with the up and coming forwarders of the future. One of our company DGSAs, Adam […]
Many will have seen the news regarding the flooding on the East Coast of Spain, in particular the Valencia region. This has now spread northwards and is also affecting Barcelona and a ‘red alert’ has been announced of extreme danger. Many of the streets, canals and also the terminal building at the airport have been […]
We are pleased to announce that we have been selected as a finalist in the BIFA Awards 2024 in the Sustainable Logistics & the Environment category. We don’t often enter awards, but following our EcoVadis rating of Silver in 2023, coupled with various environmental initiatives, including our transport emissions software – the CO2ulator – we […]
You may have heard the news about the Salford Lads and Girls Club, founded in 1903, who are appealing for support to avoid closure. In short, they need £250,000 by the end of November to stay afloat. The club has played a crucial role over the last 120 years in the development and well-being of […]
Christmas seems to come around quicker as each year passes. And here we are again. Many customers have been asking what our last departures before Christmas (to arrive before Christmas) and our first departures in the New Year will be. The below is a guideline to be able to deliver before Christmas, with smooth Customs […]
Today we celebrated Ital’s 24th anniversary with Pizza’s from Cugini cakes and drinks. The rain kept off long enough and a good time was had by all. (The pizza’s were excellent) We were also extremely pleased to have along Rachel Binns, area manager of the RHA, with Paul Allera and their driver simulator. What an […]
Yes, it’s that time of year again, although you’d be forgiven for thinking so based on the weather. Nevertheless, we are approaching the period of driving restrictions throughout Europe. Always an issue, as it disrupts driving hours and reduces the level of availability. drivers too need a holiday. A message from out Italian colleagues reads: […]
After 11 years of friendship, we are pleased to announce that Ital logistics and Eastgate have signed an official & exclusive partnership agreement. James Mears, development director, says it is an honour to work with Colin and his team. Our agreement strengthens our service to Gibraltar in that we no longer need to drop cargo […]
Last week we exhibited at the NEC at the subject exhibition for the third year running. Showcasing many of the biggest chemical manufacturers worldwide, we were pleased to see many of our customers also exhibiting, and many others came to visit us at our stand. We were pleased to have some of our Italian partners […]
Last month we commissioned the installation of solar panels to the roof of our premises in Heywood. Even though the sun doesn’t shine as much as we’d like, such is the technology which has advanced dramatically in recent years, we should reduce our energy usage by upwards of 40%, as well as pushing some 18% […]
The years seem to fly by so quickly. Seems only a few months since posting about last Christmas. Must be a sign of age. But it is a welcome reprieve from the daily tasks to spend some time ‘off duty.’ Ital Logistics has always donated to worthy charities and local causes. From sending aid to […]
Many will already have read that the EU is introducing a new Maritime Emissions tax, namely EU Emissions Trading System (or ETS in short) which will come partly into force on 1st January 2024. The official link can be found here. For the short-sea crossings such as Dover/Calais, the surcharge fairly minimal, and it is […]
Christmas seems to come around quicker as each year passes. And here we are again. Many customers have been asking what our last departures before Christmas (to arrive before Christmas) and our first departures in the New Year will be. The below is a guideline to be able to deliver before Christmas, with smooth Customs […]