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Collaboration key to help hauliers overcome...
With the DVS (Direct Vision Standard) grace period now in full effect as of 28th October 2024, the unfortunate reality is that many British hauliers will still be playing catch-up with regards to retrofitting PSS systems,
86 jobs lost as Truswell Haulage enters adm...
The collapse of Truswell Haulage, a long-established name in the UK logistics industry, has left 86 employees without jobs and sent ripples through the wider transportation and haulage sector. The company’s closure marks a significant blow
Industry pioneers join forces to lead hydro...
A strategic collaboration between Luxfer Gas Cylinders, the world’s largest manufacturer of high-pressure composite and aluminium cylinders, and Hypermotive, leaders in hydrogen integration and control systems, will offer an automated solution for managing hydrogen storage, filling
HGV market slows as demand normalises
New heavy goods vehicle (HGV) registrations fell by -6.0% in the third quarter, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The decline was in comparison with Q3
Leyland Trucks pledges armed forces hiring ...
Leyland Trucks, a UK leader in commercial vehicle engineering and manufacturing, has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, underscoring its commitment as a forces-friendly employer. The official signing was attended by Mrs. Amanda Parker JP, His Majesty’s
TIP Group awarded Interfloor trailer fleet ...
TIP Group has been awarded the contract to replace the existing trailer fleet of the UK’s leading underlay and flooring accessories supplier, Interfloor. A total of 56 new trailers have been supplied to Interfloor by TIP
HaulTech helps specialist haulier to work s...
A family-run heavy haulage specialist says HaulTech is helping it to work smarter, improve compliance, and enhance customer service. MA Ponsonby has grown from one truck operated by founder Mike Ponsonby into a thriving business with
Topspeed Couriers accelerates electric flee...
Topspeed Couriers is accelerating its ambitious journey to net zero by leveraging Webfleet, Bridgestone’s globally trusted fleet management solution, to support its transition to electric vehicles. With a commitment to achieving net zero by 2040, the
Centrica addressing the problem of ‘b...
Centrica Plc, one of the UK’s largest operators of electric vans, is addressing a major challenge faced by EV fleets nationwide: the widespread issue of “bricking”. This problem occurs when the 12-volt auxiliary battery, which powers
RAC trials HVO to run seven of its recovery...
As part of its strategy to reduce carbon emissions the RAC is trialling 100% renewable hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) as an alternative fuel to power its recovery trucks. The RAC has installed a tank at its
