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Octopus plugs into EV fleet charging with Octopus Fleet

Octopus plugs into EV fleet charging with O...

Feb 19, 2026No Comments

The UK’s shift to cheap, clean transport got a major boost with the launch of Octopus Fleet – the one-stop shop for all businesses looking to electrify their fleet operations with ease. Whether businesses are just

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ATS Euromaster to wind down its UK operations

ATS Euromaster to wind down its UK operatio...

Feb 19, 2026No Comments

ATS Euromaster, a long-established tyre retail and automotive service network in the United Kingdom, has announced plans to wind down its UK business after decades of trading. The move, described as a “structured wind-down of its

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Driver shortage is still an issue, Image: Motive automates driver qualification & compliance with AI

Motive expands AI Workforce Management plat...

Feb 18, 2026No Comments

Motive, the AI platform for physical operations, today announced new advanced AI capabilities as part of its expanded Workforce Management product to help organisations tackle one of their biggest challenges: efficiently managing and empowering frontline teams at scale.

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Fleete secures consent for an eHGV charging hub at Hams Hall

Fleete secures consent for an eHGV charging...

Feb 18, 2026No Comments

Fleete has received planning consent for a new 26-bay electric heavy goods vehicle (eHGV) shared charging hub at Hams Hall Distribution Park in Coleshill, near Birmingham. Following its first 16-bay site at the Port of Tilbury,

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Volvo Trucks begins production of all-new Volvo VNR

Volvo Trucks begins production of all-new V...

Feb 18, 2026No Comments

Volvo Trucks has officially begun production of the all-new Volvo VNR at its New River Valley Plant in Dublin, Virginia, marking a major milestone for the company’s North American operations. Designed specifically for urban and regional

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Stronger HGV Visibility Standards Boost Road Safety and CO2 emissions and HGV Registrations

HGV registrations dip in 2025 as ZEV uptake...

Feb 18, 2026No Comments

New HGV registrations declined by -10.0% in 2025 with 40,504 new trucks joining UK roads, according to the latest data published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The market contracted every quarter last

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Future-Focused Risk Management Strategies to Implement in 2026 including automation in the fleet industry

The road ahead for the fleet industry in 20...

Feb 18, 2026No Comments

The direction of travel for the UK fleet industry in 2026 is clear. Electrification is no longer optional, operational costs are under sharper scrutiny and regulatory pressure is intensifying. The landscape is being reshaped primarily by

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Rearo drives national expansion with major fleet investment

Rearo drives national expansion with major ...

Feb 17, 2026No Comments

Bathroom and kitchen surface manufacturer Rearo has completed a significant strategic investment in its logistics division, with the purchase of a new fleet of high volume delivery trucks. The £400,000 purchase marks a key milestone in

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CILT(UK) launches Women in Supply Chain & Transport event

CILT(UK) launches Women in Supply Chain �...

Feb 17, 2026No Comments

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport UK (CILT UK) is proud to announce its Women in Supply Chain & Transport event, taking place on Thursday 5 March at CEVA-EMG, East Midlands. Aligned with International Women’s

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Insite Reports 89% HGV Skills Bootcamp Pass Rate

Insite announces 89% practical test pass ra...

Feb 17, 2026No Comments

Insite has published its 2025 Skills Bootcamps in HGV Driving results, revealing an 89% practical test pass rate among candidates completing its courses. The figure significantly outperforms the current national LGV pass rate of 61.1% for