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Brit-Pol places Krone mega trailer order  

Specialist transport operator, Brit-Pol is embarking on an expansion programme with the addition of 160 new trailers from Krone, which will take the family-run business into new markets throughout the Benelux countries and wider Europe.

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Guest launches first test runs in UK for S-Way

The first of a new range of trucks made a strong impression during a demonstration run thanks to its stunning looks, range of environmentally friendly and forward-thinking technology features.

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The future of the HGV industry is not what you think

Are you operating in the HGV industry right now? You might think that you know what the future is going to look like for this industry. But we’re not so sure that’s the case at all. Indeed, it’s possible that the path of this industry over the next few years...

RHA classrooms reopen safely for training on 6 July

The Road Haulage Association (RHA) is reopening its training classrooms with social distancing measures in place on Monday 6 July.

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Green policies must be sustainable says RHA

The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has responded to a report published by the Committee on Climate Change (CCC) – Reducing UK emissions: 2020 Progress Report to Parliament.

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Bridgestone subsidised training designed to inflate spirits

Bridgestone’s commercial customers are being given a timely boost from the world’s largest tyre and rubber company, thanks to a provision of supported training courses aimed at helping them back on their feet following lockdown.

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New test kits to help CV drivers put brakes on Covid-19

As the lockdown eases and Brits return to greater movement, a UK medical company is focused on assisting driver-led businesses curtail the spread of Covid-19 and protect their drivers. Doctor Driver Assessment is now offering haulage, taxi, shipping and other transport services the opportunity to purchase Antigen and Antibody tests...

Inspace Media teams up with Avian Fleet

Inspace Media, the leading provider of illuminated chevron and safety signage, has entered into a strategic partnership with vehicle installation specialist Avian Fleet. Under the agreement, Avian Fleet will act as the company’s national installation partner – providing mobile engineering support and fitting services – and become an approved distribution...

Insurance costs are primary vehicle-related worry – says small business owners  

Vehicle and fleet safety technology specialists CameraMatics asked over 600 small business owners in the UK, Ireland, and the US about their main vehicle-related business challenge. The results paint an interesting picture in the run-up to June 27, designated by the UN as World Micro-, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSME)...

FTA welcomes re-opening of certain sectors of economy

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has expressed its support for Prime Minister, Boris Johnson’s announcement on the re-opening on certain sectors of the retail economy.

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FTA angry at being left in dark over HGV MOT testing

FTA, the business organisation representing the logistics sector, is angry that its members have been left in the dark by government for the second month in a row, as they await an announcement on how HGV MOT testing will be conducted from July onwards.

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RHA gives HGV Heroes the recognition they deserve

Since the UK’s plunge into lockdown on 23 March the nation’s reliance on truckers to deliver food, medicines and the all-important personal protection equipment to NHS frontliners has been massive – and the penny has finally dropped. The UK haulage industry does an incredible job – not just in times...