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FTA Logistics Emissions Reduction Scheme Award 2020
FTA’s Logistics Emissions Reduction Scheme (LERS) has today (21 July 2020) announced that entries are now open for its Leadership in Emissions Reduction Award, sponsored by ExxonMobil. The award...
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Ctrack and MaxOptra join forces
Ctrack by Inseego has teamed up with MaxOptra to meet the growing demand from multi-drop distribution operations for optimised scheduling and live transport management. The partnership will deliver...
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Kirklees Council invests in vehicle safety technology
Kirklees Council is equipping its new waste and recycling fleet with the latest vehicle safety technology. The 21 new vehicles are being fitted with camera recording systems, reverse radar and the...
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Logistics UK gives guarded welcome to government’s road allocation plans
Logistics UK, formerly known as the Freight Transport Association (FTA) has given a guarded welcome to the Government’s road allocation plans announced on Tuesday. In response to the government’s...
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Travelstar European switches to TruTac for improved driver control
Travelstar European the continental group-travel specialists and CPT (Confederation of Passenger Transport) members have switched to TruTac’s compliance control software for improved reliability and...
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More than half of HGV drivers do not carry out walkaround checks
According to a new survey by vehicle and fleet safety specialists CameraMatics, the majority of HGV drivers do not consistently carry out vehicle checks. Ensuring daily walkaround checks happen is...
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Matthew Kibble Transport expands with new SDC fleet
East Lancashire based Matthew Kibble Transport, has taken delivery of 10 new EN-XL rated SDC curtainsiders. The brand-new fleet will join Matthew Kibble’s general haulage and Pallet-Track operations,...
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Harman Haulage chooses Mandata management solution
Newark-based Harman Haulage have recently signed up for Mandata’s new job management system and say the company, has cut job planning and invoicing time by more than half in the first two months....
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Asset funder provides sustainable finance solutions for diesel-free...
First Asset Finance has teamed-up with Hultsteins, the Swedish and British hydraulic refrigeration manufacturer, to provide bespoke funding solutions for operators using Hultsteins’ diesel-free...
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Growing demand for lone driver protection solutions
Peoplesafe has seen a surge in demand for its personal safety solutions from the road transport and logistics sectors as businesses look to safeguard vulnerable delivery professionals. There are...
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HGV testing exemptions will help keep the economy moving – says Logistics UK
Following campaigning from Logistics UK (formerly FTA), the government has confirmed that the safest goods vehicles will be exempt from HGV tests for up to 12 months to help clear the backlog after...
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Panther Warehousing expands depot network
Premium white glove delivery specialist Panther Warehousing has expanded its national network of depots with the opening of a new site in Bracknell on August 1st to support its continued growth. The...
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New technology ensures maximum safety for Hardstaff fleet
Hardstaff Barriers has installed the latest safety technology on two new HGVs ensuring that its entire fleet is as safe and efficient as can be. Hardstaff had been due to purchase two brand new DAF CF...
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Start preparing for Brexit says Logistics UK
Logistics UK, the largest business group in the sector is urging organisations to start preparing for the UK’s departure from the EU at the end of the year. Elizabeth de Jong, Director of Policy at...
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Fortec addition strengthens Pall-Ex Group’s growth plans
Pall-Ex Group has acquired the Fortec Distribution Network. Purchased by a new subsidiary company For-Ex Distribution Network Ltd, the network will remain trading as Fortec Distribution. It will...
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Van fleets gain extra miles with Michelin
Mobile tyre fitting specialist, Mid Beds Tyres is said to be benefiting from improved traction and an increased range of up to 40 miles per tank of fuel, since replacing the original equipment tyres on...
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UK moves towards Automated Lane Keeping System
The UK is taking steps towards automated technology in vehicles with the launch of a Call for Evidence o help shape how innovative new systems could be used in future on GB roads. The Call for Evidence...
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Speedy Services drives safety and insurance improvements with VisionTrack
Speedy Services, the UK’s leading tools and equipment hire company, has improved road safety, reduced fleet insurance fraud and dramatically cut claims costs using video telematics. Since adopting the...
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RHA concerned over refusal to grant British truckers the access to Europe
The Road Haulage Association (RHA) in the UK is deeply concerned at the continuing refusal from Brussels to grant British truckers the access to Europe they need to keep the UK supply chain moving. Not...
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DVSA issues ADR inspection waivers update
Heavy vehicle testing restarted at Authorised Testing Facilities (ATFs) on 04 July 2020. As you know, the DVSA has been issuing certificates of temporary exemption (CTEs) to vehicles and trailers due...
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