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Logistics needs time and funding to succeed post-Brexit – says FTAI
Irish freight and logistics operators are calling on UK government to ensure that Brexit negotiations do not come to an abrupt stop, said the Freight Transport Association of Ireland (FTAI) , as this...
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RHA will hold UK Government to account over Brexit
The Road Haulage Association has expressed reservations after the government has said it does not want any border posts between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland in its new position paper on...
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Paragon launches fleXipod dashboard
Paragon has enhanced the reporting capabilities of its fleXipod electronic proof of delivery software with the launch of a new dashboard function. This latest development will enable logistics...
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Renault Trucks celebrates apprenticeship success
At a glittering graduation and awards ceremony, Renault Trucks UK celebrated the achievements of those apprentices and senior technicians who have completed their Apprentice and Master Technician...
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Foreign drivers cannot escape paying the Dart Charge – says RHA
The news that over one million non-UK drivers have managed to avoid paying the Dart Charge when travelling over the Dartford Crossing comes as little surprise to the Road Haulage Association. Speaking...
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A77 north of Stena terminal resurfacing
Following extensive local consultation, Scotland TranServ on behalf of Transport Scotland will carry out essential resurfacing of the A77 North of Stena from Friday 1 to Friday 8 September. This...
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Calais migrants putting the lives of UK-bound truckers at risk – says RHA
After another night of violence in Calais the Road Haulage Association is deeply concerned that the lives of UK bound truckers are now at greater risk than ever. Gangs of migrants clashed with Police...
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FTA supports truck platooning
Truck platooning could save cost, congestion and carbon says the Freight Transport Association, members of which operate more than 200,000 trucks on Britain and Ireland’s roads. The announcement today...
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Range C – it’s all about that space
Space, comfort and performance – the Renault Trucks Range C is the winning formula for owner-driver Gareth Davies, who has taken delivery of his first-ever Renault truck. The 32-tonne Range C460 8×4,...
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TRL appointed to lead UK’s first HGV platooning trial
The Department for Transport (DfT) and Highways England has commissioned TRL, the global centre of innovation in transport and mobility, to lead the first real-world operational trial of platooning...
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Industry stalwart joins Marshall Fleet Solutions
Within its expanding Fleet Management Division (FMD), Marshall Fleet Solutions has appointed industry stalwart Ian Gilbert to the new and updated role of FMD Business Stream Manager at the Cambridge...
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McCaffrey Transport turns to MAN for new fleet addition
Leading manufacturer MAN Truck & Bus UK is supplying McCaffrey Transport with a new TGX 26.500 6×2/2 tractor unit with XXL cab as it looks to decrease fleet downtime. The freight transport company,...
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DAF Trucks participates in UK truck platooning trial
DAF Trucks will participate in a two year truck platooning trial in the UK, led by TRL, the UK’s Transport Research Laboratory. Together with its partners, TNO, Ricardo and logistics company DHL, DAF...
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Suggest a big name for Irish Ferries new big ship
Irish Ferries is encouraging members of the public to have their say on the name that they think could be given to their new 55,000 tonnes, €144 million cruise ferry, which is currently under...
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Stena supports Mercy Ships charity partnership
Stena Line has launched a Group-wide Coffee Campaign to support the Mercy Ships charity in their efforts to deliver free, world-class health care to people in need in the developing world. Pictured at...
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RHA win concession on truckers’ overnight allowances
The Road Haulage Association has won a significant concession from tax officials on Overnight Allowances for lorry drivers. It’s taken many months of negotiations with officials from HMRC after...
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Two new Esso fuel sites to open in Belgium
Two new Esso sites will be added to the brand’s Belgium network following the rebranding of Shell forecourts, according to WEX Europe Services, owner and provider of the Esso Card™ fuel card. Both...
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r2c Online release Earned Recognition guide
Fleet management software company r2c Online has released a complete guide to Earned Recognition with guidance from DVSA. The guide explains how the scheme can raise industry standards and what is...
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Finalists getting ready to compete for title of FTA Driver of the Year 2017
Final preparations are being made for the Freight Transport Association Driver of the Year 2017 competition, hosted at Mercedes-Benz’ Wentworth Park facility, where winners and Young Drivers of the...
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Euro Car Parts and Sukhpal Singh invest in heavy truck parts market
A major new force in the fragmented UK heavy truck parts aftermarket has been created, following significant investment in Digraph Transport Supplies Ltd (Digraph). The majority investor is Sukhpal...
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