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As the end of the year approaches, manufacturers, suppliers and retailers across the UK and Europe are in full swing. Orders increase, production schedules tighten and delivery windows shrink - all while the weather turns colder and the roads get busier. It’s a time of year when experience makes all the difference for businesses who […]

How quick updates and honest conversations keep deliveries on track. In haulage, a lot of focus (quite rightly) goes into the vehicles, routes and timings - but there’s one element that’s just as important and often overlooked: communication. At R&C Cooper Transport, we’ve learned over 25 years that smooth logistics isn’t only about getting from […]

Ask any HGV driver what life on the road is really like and you’ll get a mix of answers. Some will talk about the freedom of the open road and the sun rising over quiet country lanes. Others will mutter about traffic jams, tight delivery slots and the eternal hunt for overnight parking. Somewhere in […]

Recently, we’ve been getting quotes from various tradespeople for work on our home. In the middle of this process, something struck us - the construction industry seems to operate in a completely different universe compared to the haulage industry. In construction, prices for similar services seem pretty much the same across the board (with the […]

When people think about the challenges in haulage, they often jump straight to fuel prices, emissions targets or congestion. But speak to any UK HGV driver - and one issue comes up time and time again is the shocking lack of proper facilities. It’s not just a minor inconvenience. It’s a daily grind that affects […]

At Coopers, we believe that understanding the regulations shaping our industry is key to operating responsibly and efficiently. One question customers often ask is: What’s the difference between a Driver CPC and a Manager CPC? Both are essential, but they serve very different purposes in the logistics world. Here's a straightforward breakdown: Driver CPC – […]

When it comes to transporting goods, we know what matters most: reliability, speed, communication, and care. At R&C Cooper Transport, these aren’t just nice ideas, they’re the foundation of everything we do. Here’s what makes us different, and why so many businesses across the UK and Europe trust us with their transport needs. Flexible transport […]

2025 marks a huge milestone for us – we’re celebrating 25 years in business! It’s been quite a journey and looking back, it’s incredible to see how far we’ve come since Richard first set out on his own in 2000 with just one truck. Humble beginnings with a green truckRichard started as a sole trader […]

The logistics industry is in crisis, and to be honest, I’m not surprised. A recent article in The i Paper (here) warns that efforts to attract new drivers has confirmed what many of us in the industry already know: we’re failing to attract enough new and younger lorry drivers. This isn’t just an inconvenience – […]

In a move welcomed by the transport and logistics sector, the Chancellor’s recent announcement of a continued freeze on fuel duty has been hailed as a positive outcome for the industry. This decision follows extensive campaigning by the Road Haulage Association (RHA) and is expected to alleviate some of the financial strain on hauliers and […]