Inter Forward Cuts Jobs

• Swedish firm Inter Forward is reorganising its three UK distribution companies, with a planned loss of 200 jobs and closure of six depots out of 25. Inter Forward acquired......

Ferry Freight Rates To Increase

• Ferry operators' freight rates go up by £1 a metre from January and hauliers say they will find it difficult to pass the increase on to their customers. Sealink, P&O and Sally......

Parcelforce Needs Ministers' Approval

• Parcelforce directors have approved a plan for the business up to 1997 — but first it requires Government approval. This could be delayed because of ministers' reluctance to......

Japanese Assault

• A new European law could flood the market with Japanese vehicles, including commercials, according to a report published this week. The proposed law by the European Commission......