Expert Guides A Comprehensive Guide to Cold Chain Logistics What is Cold-Chain Logistics? Cold-chain or temperature-controlled logistics is a supply chain process that guarantees the safe and efficient transportation of perishable items, such as food and pharmaceuticals, by maintaining them at a specific temperature range throughout their journey. It's not just about keeping goods cool, but making certain they're at the right temperature from pickup to delivery. In practice, it involves a series of refrigerated storage and distribution activities. These can include everything from ref ..read more

The Blog Team to Complete Charity LLHM Run 28 March 2024 by Edward Martin Four of the JJX team including our founder and managing director John Joseph Donovan will be among the 18,000 participants in this year's London Landmark Half Marathon on Sunday 7th April and are running to raise funds for a charity very close to us in the Black Country Mental Health.   In the 2023 edition edition of the LLHM, our runners Ben and Ed managed to raise £1,260 for the charity but this time we want to go one step further and hit £5,000 to represent the 5,000+ plus people that the volunteers at B ..read more

The Blog JJX Triumph at 2024 Fleet News Awards 14 March 2024 by Edward Martin JJX Logistics won the Excellence in Fleet Safety & Compliance award at the 2024 Fleet News Awards, recognising their unwavering commitment to the safety, regulatory compliance and the security of their supply chain solutions. Over 1,300 logistics and fleet professionals attended the evening held at the stunning Grosvenor House Hotel which featured host comedian Rob Beckett, live music and a plethora of award categories celebrating all of the great achievements over the last 12 months.   Special ..read more

Expert Guides Training to be a HGV Driver If you’re interested in pursuing Heavy Goods Vehicle driving, JJX Logistics can provides an in-depth look at training for the role. As a haulage partner across Europe and the UK, we’re able to provide a comprehensive overview of the path to becoming a qualified HGV driver in the UK and the responsibilities of the job. Whether you're just starting out and need to apply for a provisional licence or you're preparing for the HGV driving test, we've got you covered. Understanding the HGV Driver Role Being a HGV driver means you'll be spending a lo ..read more

The Blog Annual Charity Easter Egg Collection 2024 04 March 2024 by Edward Martin It’s fast ‘appoaching’ that ‘eggcellent’ time of the year again as we ‘shellebrate’ Easter and indulge in plenty of chocolate. We need your help though as we run our annual Easter Egg Collection before delivering them out to the Black Country Food Bank and Black Country Mental Health. We are accepting donations at our offices in Kingswinford or if you need to arrange a collection you can contact us on 01384 221642 or email info@jjxlogistics.co.uk. We will be dropping them to the chosen cha ..read more

The Blog ESRC Funded Trucking Lives Project Findings Presentation 19 February 2024 by Edward Martin In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week, we had a quick fire five with two of our team who are both products of the apprenticeship model. With strong links to both Wolverhampton City College and Dudley College who are right on our doorstep, the apprenticeship scheme has always proved a valuable asset to JJX Logistics with many of our current employees joining the industry via it.   First up we have Sam who has just joined JJX Logistics and is at the very start of her ..read more

Expert Guides Transporting Electric Car Batteries As the demand for electric vehicles (EVs) continues to rise, transporting electric car batteries is becoming a crucial consideration for businesses. The logistics of safely and efficiently transporting new, used, end-of-life and even damaged EV batteries through the supply chain can be a complex and tightly regulated process. Mishandling these high-voltage, energy-dense power sources during transportation poses significant risks. To ensure the safety of both the batteries and those involved in their transportation, it's crucial to under ..read more

The Blog National Apprenticeship Week 08 February 2024 by Edward Martin In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week, we had a quick fire five with two of our team who are both products of the apprenticeship model. With strong links to both Wolverhampton City College and Dudley College who are right on our doorstep, the apprenticeship scheme has always proved a valuable asset to JJX Logistics with many of our current employees joining the industry via it.   First up we have Sam who has just joined JJX Logistics and is at the very start of her professional career. She is ..read more

The Blog JJX have been named the Best Heavy Haulage Company at the 2024 Business Elite Awards 27 January 2024 by Edward Martin Following on from a fabulous evening at the annual Black Country Chamber Awards last November in which JJX Logistics were named the Business of the Year, this week we have been given more incredible news as winners of the Best Heavy Haulage Company - West Midlands at the prestigious 2024 SME News Business Elite Awards.   The Business Elite Awards celebrates and recognises the unique, committed, and passionate leadership of talented lea ..read more

Knowledge Base Common Strategies and Benefits of Sustainable Logistics With HGVs making up nearly 20% of UK road emissions, sustainable logistics practices are crucial to advancing eco-friendly practices and modern supply chain management. By integrating sustainable strategies, organisations can minimise waste and enhance operational efficiency. This approach involves efficient packaging, optimised transportation, the use of eco-friendly vehicles and more to achieve cost savings while simultaneously improving their reputation and brand image. Ultimately, the adoption of sustainable logi ..read more