It’s that time of year again, January is renowned for feeling like the longest month of the year. Paired with all our post-holiday blues, let’s be honest, starting back up again can feel like a challenge.

But it also means it’s the perfect time for a reset and an opportunity to refresh the way we work…

No questions asked this year, we have transported a whole feasts worth of food!

And so as the year draws to an end, we are back doing our favourite thing - creating a Chill-Chain winter menu using the goods we’ve transported this year.

How often have you heard a young girl say, “When I grow up, I want to work in logistics”?

For many, the answer is never, or very rarely. 

Actually, through many conversations, it's clear that women of all ages tend to think that pursuing a career in this industry simply isn't an option for them.

Despite ongoing post-Brexit efforts, importing goods remains a complex process. Just as you begin to understand it, new regulations and checks emerge, making the task more intricate and complicated.

So, let's focus on the aspects we are in control of. Here's a guide to successfully managing imports and avoiding delays, especially during pivotal periods.

In the world of logistics and supply chain management, the phrase ‘busy season’ has always been synonymous with chaos, last-minute orders, and a relentless scramble to keep up with demand.

However, recent years have seen a shift in the dynamics of this hectic season, leaving many in the industry wondering, is busy season still busy?

Transporting temperature-sensitive goods is a complex and critical aspect of logistics.

Whether it's ensuring the freshness of perishable foods, preserving the delicate fragrance of flowers, or preventing hazardous materials from becoming fire risks, precise temperature control is vital.

In the UK, lorry drivers, who are responsible for sustaining essential operations, find themselves in facilities that hardly mirror their significance.

This situation not only affects their job satisfaction and well-being, but further driver shortages loom as the industry grapples with the ongoing challenge of attracting people to the profession…

Every wasted resource carries a price tag, so what steps can we take to optimise an operation to reduce transport costs?

Beyond the drivers on the road, there exists a complex web of job roles that make the world of road transportation and logistics function seamlessly.

From warehouse managers to truck hygienists, each professional plays a vital part to ensure…

According to last year's global driver shortage report, truck driver shortages across Europe (including the UK) exceeded 380,000. This number accounting for 9.7% of demand. The fear…

Barbecue season is well and truly here, and as I was shopping for my ingredients the other day, I stopped to think about the intricate supply chains that bring these products to me here in London.

And it got me thinking, just how far did this food travel before reaching my grocery store?

New legislation to allow longer lorries on Great Britain's roads went live on the 31st of May. These longer trailers, known as longer semi-trailers (LST) measure up to 2.05 metres longer than a standard semi-trailer and can be towed by a lorry. Their primary objectives…

Transparency fosters trust, ethical and sustainable business practices, among other things, however, the degree of transparency within a supply chain can vary greatly, but why?

A guide to common trucks, trailers and pallets found in supply chain and logistics.

At the crux of it, visibility = reduced costs. If you have true visibility of your entire supply chain, you have the ability to pinpoint where the inefficiencies lie.

So how do we achieve supply chain visibility?

Chill-Chain’s purpose is to challenge the logistics landscape through our tech, but that’s only possible with diverse teams and opinions. One of our aims is to help bridge the generational gap in the logistics…

As you read this, a truck driver is hauling a truck load of goods across the country, in fact, thousands are. Perhaps it's a load of fresh flowers destined for your kitchen table, or maybe it's a shipment of fresh produce ready for your fruit bowl.

But despite being the backbone of our society, the freight industry has a secret…

“Does the gender gap exist anymore?”

I was caught off guard by the question, which was asked in all seriousness.

Because…surely it is obvious…

It's become clear that the soaring prices of food, are having a significant impact on consumers. With rising fuel costs and inflationary measures on production, most of those involved in the supply of these goods have their hands tied. So…

Fresh produce is a vital component of our daily diets, but the journey of the fruit we eat is long and complex.

To get a glimpse into what the future holds for this crucial aspect of our food system, we spoke with an industry insider to gain insights into the current climate and the direction that the supply chain is headed.