The online space dedicated to the region’s port community
Welcome to porttalk
With the logistics sector busier than ever, we felt it the perfect time to launch a space for those involved in the industry. Porttalk is all about creating a hub to share news (through our free-to-subscribe newsletter) and to provide a forum to voice opinions.
Porttalk is also about being affordable. With opportunities priced at rates that don’t break the bank, our vision is to become the ‘go-to’ for everyone currently working in the sector, and those keen to get involved.
Drivers’ hours relaxation rules extended
DfT has announced that it will continue its relaxation of drivers' hours rules until midnight on 10 February 2022. If you used the previous relaxation, you must complete and submit the...
Boxing Bout Bonanza
Following the success of Felixstowe Rotary Club’s last charity boxing dinner, they’ve decided to do it all again - 20th May 2022.In what will be Rotary’s seventh boxing evening, this year’s...
2021 – A year in review from a tax expert
From bumper pandemic budgets to freeports and the furlough scheme, it has been a busy year in the world of finance.So, another pandemic year is behind us. 2021 has been a year of turbulence,...
Key appointment to support growth and customer success
Port Side Solutions expands workforce to meet demand for its managerial, operational and driver recruitment solutions. Joe Blackman joins as a trainee consultant, providing dedicated support to...
New year sees launch of new rail connection
Felixstowe is at the heart of the intermodal revolution. The 38th daily rail service has been introduced at Hutchison Ports Port of Felixstowe. Operated by GB Railfreight for Maritime...
Better Breaks, Safer Stops welcomes Ashford International Truckstop
Reaction to UK & Europe's largest lorry park. With the logistics industry’s ‘Better Breaks, Safer Stops’ campaign gaining momentum, the man behind the initiative, Steve Jones of Goldstar...
Wow, what a fantastic idea and just what’s needed! This is certainly something that will be a beacon of information and resources for port users and logistics people. Just the recruitment side alone is a great space for those locally seeking to enter the industry. Bravo!
Congratulations on a great initiative. I can’t believe somebody hasn’t thought about this sooner. It’s just what the industry needs.
