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SDC Trailers launches Freespan Curtainsider in UK

SDC Trailers has unveiled its Freespan Curtainsider in the UK, on the back of outstanding results in the Irish market.

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UK ratifies e-CMR protocol

The UK has ratified the e-CMR protocol, which allows national and international transports from and to the United Kingdom to be done with digital consignment notes.

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Tips on planning a conference

For anybody who is planning a conference, they will obviously have a lot to think about. Of course, there is the planning of the actual events that are going to occur on the day. But aside from this, there are aspects, such as who is going to be invited, the...

Plans won’t ease M4 gridlock – says RHA

The Road Haqulage Association (RHA) has urged the Welsh Government to reinstate plans for an M4 Relief Road that would reduce congestion in South Wales.

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Wincanton adds all-electric FUSO eCanter to fleet  

Demonstrating the company’s commitment to reducing its environmental impact, Wincanton is operating an all-electric Daimler Trucks FUSO eCanter as part of its work with sportswear giant adidas.

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A successful year for Van Excellence

Tens of thousands of vans on the UK’s roads are now being operated to the highest standards of safety, compliance and efficiency, thanks to the work undertaken by the members of Van Excellence, a voluntary scheme administered by FTA and sponsored by Mercedes-Benz Vans. FTA is pleased to announce 2019...

Council puts its trust in nine new Mercedes-Benz Econics

Mid and East Antrim Borough Council chose the reliable, safe and cost-effective Mercedes-Benz Econic when purchasing refuse collection vehicles for the first time.

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Volvo Trucks presents heavy-duty electric concept trucks

How can the environmental and climate impact of heavy goods traffic be reduced while the demand for transport continues to increase? Volvo Trucks, having recently started sales of electric trucks for urban transport, believes that electrification can become a competitive alternative also for heavier trucks. To explore and demonstrate the...

Debate the future of UK logistics at ITT Hub 2020

The UK’s logistics sector currently directly impacts more than seven million people employed in making, selling and moving the goods that affect everyone everywhere. But in our constantly changing world, how will the sector protect itself and grow to ensure that Britain keeps trading effectively throughout the 21st century and...

Paragon launches on the Geotab marketplace  

Paragon Software Systems has launched its route optimisation software on the Geotab Marketplace. Fleet managers who are already creating accurate, efficient routes using Paragon can now view vehicle data from Geotab’s telematics system within Paragon’s Route Execution Software to see, in real time, when routes deviate from the plan. This...

Driver recruitment and retention still biggest concern for hauliers

Driver recruitment and retention is still the biggest concern for hauliers, according to the Road Haulage Association’s latest Cost Movement Report.

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Captain Matt is Master of the High Seas

Stena Line Senior Master Matthew Lynch has described his appointment as Captain of the company’s newest ferry Stena Estrid as the highlight of his sailing career to date.

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