• HGV UK - December 29, 2025

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Author: John Loughran

London freight companies celebrate as Grayling blocks PCN charges

London’s freight operators are celebrating, after it was confirmed the Transport Secretary has blocked plans for a dramatic increase in Red Route Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs). The penalties are imposed on vehicles which stop or park on some of the capital’s main arterial routes.

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P&O Ferrymasters introduces improved facilities

P&O FERRYMASTERS has acted to provide a more efficient service for new lorry drivers arriving at British Steel’s site in Scunthorpe with the introduction of a ‘Meet & Greet’ reception facility.

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University of Kent partnership helps Port of Dover

A Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) between the University of Kent and the Dover Harbour Board has achieved the highest possible rating from Innovate UK, the UK’s technology strategy agency, after it helped reduce traffic congestion, boost efficiency and cut costs for the Port.

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Future-proof your transport operation with FTA Ireland

The future of business across the country has never been more unpredictable, with the prospect of Brexit affecting decisions for those trading domestically as well as internationally. And whether your organisation operates one vehicle or a fleet of trucks and vans, it has never been more important that your operation...

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RHA gives cautious welcome over cross-border haulage post-Brexit

The Road Haulage Association has welcomed Transport Secretary Chris Grayling’s acknowledgement that “Our road haulage industry is right at the heart of the £110 billion of trade that takes place between the UK and EU every year”.

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RHA supports DVSA on drivers’ hours

The Road Haulage Association supports the DVSA’s action on drivers’ hours compliance but is concerned about the lack of legal rest areas for drivers to park.

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Right hand drive Range T High offer now extended

Exceptionally strong demand and customer orders for the right hand drive Range T High in the UK and Ireland has prompted Renault Trucks to expand its offer for the new vehicle with an extended range of options now available.

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DAF Trucks presents limited 90th anniversary edition

DAF Trucks has unveiled a limited 90th anniversary edition of the new XF. This truck commemorates the fact that 90 years ago Hub van Doorne laid the foundation of DAF: now one of Europe’s most successful truck manufacturers.

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IRU proposes driving and rest time road map

The International Road Transport Union (IRU) has recommended that transport operators should have the flexibility to organise driving and rest time hours over a four-week reference period, and proposed exceptions for coach tourism and improved conditions for drivers.

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Karl King Transport joins the Fortec Distribution Network

  Ipswich-based Karl King Transport – established in 1991 to provide end to end transport solutions for goods coming into the UK by port – has joined the Fortec Distribution Network.

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Recruitment company adds RGVA vehicle graphic

Driver recruitment and training specialist Kinetic has invested in its most hard-working advert to date – an attention-grabbing reflective livery which provides powerful promotion throughout the day and night.

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Stena Line’s Belfast services deliver record 2017

2017 marked another record trading year for leading ferry company Stena Line across its travel and freight services. Freight volumes on its Belfast to Cairnryan, Liverpool and Heysham routes exceeded a record 514 000 units, which represents a 3% year on year increase. Car volumes topped 360 000, a 2.5%...

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