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DVSA issues ADR inspection waivers update

Heavy vehicle testing restarted at Authorised Testing Facilities (ATFs) on 04 July 2020.

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RHA concerned over refusal to grant British truckers the access to Europe

The Road Haulage Association (RHA) 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.

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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 VisionTrack solution, the company has reduced road collisions by 35% by gaining complete visibility of collisions, near misses and harsh driving...

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.

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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 its MAN TGE 4×4 van, with a set of Michelin Agilis CrossClimates.

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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 continue to operate as a separate pallet network within the UK but be part of the overall Pall-Ex Group of companies.

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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.

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Simple steps haulage companies can take to improve safety

These are challenging times for logistics companies. Current events and uncertainty about what the future will bring are things that no haulage company can control. However, there is a persistent challenge that logistics operators do have the ability to control, and that is improving the safety of their fleet.

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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.

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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.

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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 testing services were stopped by DVSA during the coronavirus crisis.

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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 increasing dangers when making deliveries – such as the risk of being physically attacked or being struck at the roadside –...