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ProVision launches Fleet Risk Assessment Tool

Fleet operators have arguably more challenges in terms of legislative requirements than at any time in the past. Now, those reviewing and assessing their safety procedures and transport policy have a new tool to evaluate risk and compliance exposure. ProVision has launched its Fleet Risk Assessment Tool for commercial fleet...

Paragon enhances routing and scheduling software

Logistics operations can avoid plans unravelling when vehicles leave the depot by taking advantage of improved reporting functionality within Paragon’s routing and scheduling software. Mapping images can now be embedded into manifest and debrief documents to provide added guidance and feedback to drivers in an easy-to-understand format. This will help...

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).

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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 Year in three vehicle classes will be named.

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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.

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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.

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RHA win concession on truckers’ overnight allowances

The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has won a significant concession from tax officials on Overnight Allowances for lorry drivers.

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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.

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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 construction in Germany and is due for launch next Summer.

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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.

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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.

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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 based company.

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