On 1 July, 2016 the amendments to the SOLAS (International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea) regulations came into force requiring all shippers to provide a Verified Gross Mass (VGM) for each container.

The Global Shippers’ Forum has said that there is no justification for carriers and terminal operators to apply any charge for a shipper making an accurate VGM declaration under the new SOLAS regulations that came into force on 1 July, 2016.

Tony Richman, gives his thoughts on BREXIT and its affect on the UK moving industry

The Mover has frequently interviewed luminaries from the industry who have provided their unique insight into the developments that made the industry what it is today. By contrast, here two of the industry’s shining stars, Dennis Westerholm and Sara Lyrum Kronkjaer, both of Alfa Quality Moving, give their thoughts on the rapidly changing industry and what the future might hold.

Stories have recently appeared in the news about a receptionist who was sent home from work for apparently refusing to wear high heels. According to Acas, The Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service, it’s not just high heels that are causing uniform grievances. Here is Acas’ advice.

The Health and Safety Executive has warned that HGV drivers are frequently putting lives at risk by not following basic safety procedures when coupling and uncoupling vehicles.

A report commissioned by IAM RoadSmart, formally the Institute of Advanced Motorists, has shown that 86 per cent of vehicle fleets had experienced an accident in a 12 month period.

Marketing executive Karen Kaukol has joined Graebel Companies as chief marketing officer.

The Freight Transport Association has reacted with extreme concern over the London Mayor’s proposals on air quality. FTA believes the package proposed by Sadiq Khan would add substantial cost to all London businesses and potentially put some small companies out of work altogether.

The Road Haulage Association (RHA) is gathering evidence of disruption or threats to truck drivers caused by migrant action at Calais/Coquelles.

Derek Donald Payne died on 18th May 2016, he was 82 years old. He was a surprising man in many ways. To those in the moving industry he could sometimes appear severe, but to his family, friends and close colleagues he was very different.

Nexus PSL Director of Operations Andy Lapham has picked up a top award for Exceptional Contribution to Relocation.

Arpin Group was recognised at the 2016 Environmental Merit Awards ceremony of the US Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) New England regional office in May.

The UK Immigration Act 2016 requires employers to use extra caution when dealing with right to work checks.

Drivers in the centre of Edinburgh face a £100 fine and three penalty points if they exceed the new 20 mph speed limit which came into force yesterday (Sunday, 31 July).

Volvo Trucks’ new concept vehicle shows how it is possible to drastically boost productivity in long-haul operations. Among the secrets behind these remarkable fuel savings are aerodynamic design and lower kerb weight.

Britannia Movers International has announced it is to move its head office from Croydon to a new purpose-built facility close to junction 7 of the M25 in Merstham Surrey.