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RHA welcomes Road Freight APPG report

The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has welcomed the publication of the Road Freight APPG on Clean Air Zones report that concludes that Clean Air Zones are a case of “right policy, wrong approach”.

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Inspace Media wins prestigious award

Inspace Media has scooped a prestigious industry accolade for the development of its illuminated chevron and safety signage technology. The company was successful in the fleet safety product category at the UK Fleet Champions Awards 2020, which celebrates the success and commitment of those working to prevent crashes and reduce...

Update on heavy vehicle test exemptions

Eligible vehicles and trailers (except first test vehicles) have now been given 3 or 12-month exemptions. First test vehicle and trailer exemptions can only be completed the month before they are due.

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Pall-Ex accelerates success during first year of new era

Pall-Ex has successfully steered its network into the fast lane during its first 12 months as a member and management owned network, increasing members numbers and freight volume.

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Business needs action not task forces says Logistics UK

With only 34 working days remaining until the end of the Brexit transition period, Logistics UK has reacted with incredulity at today’s (12 November 2020) announcement by the government of a Business Task Force at such a late stage in the process.

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Update on driver CPC training

The DVSA has clarified its position on driver CPC training during the current restrictions.

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Network Rail asks operators to tackle bridge strikes 

Network Rail is asking lorry, bus and coach operators to consider how they can reduce the risk of bridge strikes.

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Farrall’s Group makes Michelin move

On foot of a successful trial, leading logistics firm, Farrall’s Group is moving its entire fleet of 65 trucks and 100 trailers to a Michelin tyre policy.

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No Deal Brexit presents grave risk to the land bridge says FTA Ireland

The government must support the establishment of new ferry services to offset the risk which a No Deal Brexit presents to the route between Ireland and mainland Europe across the UK, according to FTA Ireland (FTAI).

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RNLI enhances transport optimisation with Aptean

Aptean, a global provider of mission-critical enterprise software solutions, has announced that the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is now leveraging its advanced routing and scheduling software to identify transport-related productivity improvements and efficiency savings. The RNLI utilises the solution to effectively optimise fleet distribution capabilities that deliver to over...

Heavy vehicle testing to continue

The DVSA has confirmed that its heavy vehicle testing service is set to continue and ATFs can remain open, despite national restrictions coming into effect from Thursday, November 5.

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Logistics UK launches partnership with customs experts

With only two months until the end of the Brexit transition period, Logistics UK, the business group representing the logistics sector, has launched an exclusive partnership with experts in customs declarations AEB, to help members prepare for new trading conditions with the EU.

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