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  • FTA calls for Brexit transition extension

    on Mar 25, 20 • in General News, UK News • with Comments Off on FTA calls for Brexit transition extension

    The challenges posed by the COVID-19 virus will make the effective implementation of any new legislation impossible in the short term, says FTA, the business group representing the logistics sector. As a result, the industry is petitioning government urgently to seek an extension to the current transition period for leaving the European Union, as well as suspending other planned domestic legislation which will impact the logistics sector

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  • Lorries exempted from MOT testing for three months

    on Mar 24, 20 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Lorries exempted from MOT testing for three months

    In reaction to COVID-19 the Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has confirmed that all MOT testing of lorries and trailers has been suspended

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  • TIMOCOM expands access to logistics system

    on Mar 24, 20 • in UK News • with Comments Off on TIMOCOM expands access to logistics system

    TIMOCOM, the leading freight and warehousing exchange is playing its part in maintaining supply chains by expanding access to its logistics system in light of the current crisis

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  • Orderwise offers £1.8m in free licences to support customers

    on Mar 24, 20 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Orderwise offers £1.8m in free licences to support customers

    A tech company which provides business management software for more than 1,500 companies across the UK is offering additional user licenses for free to customers

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  • Suspension of HGV testing in Northern Ireland is pragmatic says FTA NI

    on Mar 23, 20 • in General News, UK News • with Comments Off on Suspension of HGV testing in Northern Ireland is pragmatic says FTA NI

    The decision to suspend HGV testing in Northern Ireland has been welcomed by FTA

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  • RHA welcomes extension of Drivers’ Hours relaxation

    on Mar 23, 20 • in UK News • with Comments Off on RHA welcomes extension of Drivers’ Hours relaxation

    Following calls between RHA chief executive Richard Burnett and Secretary of State for Transport, Grant Shapps, the Department for Transport has announced that the current limited Drivers’ Hours relaxation will apply to all road haulage operations from 00.01hrs on Monday 23 March until 23.59hrs on Tuesday 21 April 2020. This is a further recognition of the importance of road freight in providing all that is needed to keep our shops, hospitals, manufacturers and the rest of economy moving during the coronavirus pandemic by relaxing the Drivers’ Hours regulations. Commenting, RHA chief executive Richard Burnett said: “This is a blanket relaxation covering all sectors

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  • Supply chain ready to tackle covid challenge says FTA

    on Mar 19, 20 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Supply chain ready to tackle covid challenge says FTA

    FTA, the business group which represents the logistics industry, is reassuring UK consumers and businesses that the supply chain is capable of handling challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic

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  • SureCam launches dash cam rental model

    on Mar 18, 20 • in UK News • with Comments Off on SureCam launches dash cam rental model

    SureCam, the UK’s leading provider of connected dash camera technology and fleet video monitoring solutions, introduced a dash camera rental model that allows businesses to bundle hardware and software into one monthly payment. The rental model is designed to allow small and medium sized businesses with fleets to access the cost-saving advantages of video monitoring

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  • Truckfile boosts vehicle maintenance

    on Mar 17, 20 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Truckfile boosts vehicle maintenance

    Truckfile is about to boost vehicle maintenance to the next level of speed and efficiency – using spoken words, instead of paper or keyboard, to record all updates

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  • FTAI urges ferry companies to prioritise safety of drivers

    on Mar 17, 20 • in UK News • with Comments Off on FTAI urges ferry companies to prioritise safety of drivers

    To help protect commercial drivers during the COVID-19 pandemic, FTA Ireland (FTAI) is urging cargo-carrying ferry companies to restrict cabins to one-person occupation, close all bars and restaurants on board and provide a room service for drivers to include meals and drinks

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  • Tanksafe Optimum hits the small screen

    on Mar 17, 20 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Tanksafe Optimum hits the small screen

    The latest fuel theft fighting superhero is set to hit the small screen this month

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  • Government must support hauliers in coronavirus crisis

    on Mar 17, 20 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Government must support hauliers in coronavirus crisis

    The Road Haulage Association (RHA) is imploring Government to pledge immediate financial support for hauliers who face going out of business because of the coronavirus crisis

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