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Paragon Software Systems expands US operation

Paragon Software Systems has expanded its presence in North America to better serve the vibrant logistics market in the north-east region. The company has opened a second office in Manchester, New Hampshire, which will complement its existing, well-established operation in Dallas, Texas.

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Renault launches Master Z.E.

Electromobility is the cornerstone of Renault Trucks’ strategy for sustainable urban transport. In line with this strategy, the French manufacturer is now launching the first vehicle in its new all-electric line-up – the Renault Trucks Master Z.E. – which is now available to order at Renault Trucks’ dealerships.

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Government’s immigration proposal is bad for road haulage

The Road Haulage Association has warned that the Cabinet’s proposal to impose new immigration rules on EU nationals would hit haulage hard.

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A6 upgrade to give Northern Ireland a boost

FTA, the business organisation which represents the logistics industry has expressed its delight at news that the upgrade work to the A6 between Derry and Dungiven is finally under way.

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FTA calls for early introduction of longer semi-trailers

The Freight Transport Association is calling for the early introduction of longer semi-trailers (LST) following a successful trial.

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First Range T High for McCulla Ireland

McCulla Ireland has put into service a Range T520 High 6×2 TML, one of the first right hand drive models in Ireland and the first for the temperature controlled logistics firm which is approaching its 50th anniversary year.

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FTA welcomes No Deal Brexit notices

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has welcomed the Government’s No Deal Brexit notices on aviation, road haulage and the export/import of food products.

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No-deal plans are a recipe for post-Brexit chaos 

The Road Haulage Association is warning plans in the Government’s latest technical notice on commercial freight in the EU are too little, too late.

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Ctrack launches long-life trailer tracking solution

Ctrack, an Inseego company, has extended its trailer tracking capabilities with the launch of a battery-powered telematics device that uses long-life power management technology to operate for up to seven years. The telematics unit provides a simple asset management solution that will enable road transport operators to enhance security...

FTA says road networks to receive connectivity boost

Following years of inadequate infrastructure, the UK economy is set to benefit from vastly improved road connectivity, according to leading business organisation the Freight Transport Association (FTA), thanks to two new schemes – the Oxford-Cambridge Expressway and the proposed reclassification of an A14 section to a motorway. However, FTA, which...

FTA says huge obstacles on Brexit still remain

The government’s technical notices for a No Deal Brexit will create an array of red tape and paperwork, and yet still do not provide answers to the key questions being asked by those responsible for moving the UK’s goods and services between the UK and Europe, according to FTA, the...

RHA calls for clarity on Brexit

The Road Haulage Association has branded Brexit secretary Dominic Raab’s comments driver licensing post-Brexit to be nothing more than a smoke screen for the big-ticket items that need to be addressed before March 2019.

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