Industry news – Page 43
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MT ArticleHGV driving centres with the highest and lowest pass rates revealed
Analysis of where HGV driver candidates are most likely to pass their test found Ipswich came out on top, with a pass rate of more than 80%.
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MT Article‘Milestone’ for abnormal load hauliers as police meet operators
The abnormal loads group (ALG) met with police chiefs this week to discuss ways to improve consistency among forces in the way they oversee heavy movements.
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MT ArticleDawsongroup announces passing of chairman Peter Dawson
Dawsongroup has announced that its executive chairman Peter Dawson has died following a short illness.
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MT ArticleMidlands truckstop invests in infrastructure improvements
Roads minister Lilian Greenwood visited the ADS Truckstop in Stoke this week to see how it had spent its share of government funds on improving its site, including new parking bays and security measures.
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MT ArticleNew MD at Harris Maxus reflects group’s growth plans
Automotive distributor and retailer Harris Group has appointed Andrew Lawson as its MD for Harris Maxus.
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MT ArticleGovernment warned funding alone won’t solve HGV parking crisis
Logistics UK said it was “extremely disappointing” that half of all lorry drivers were fed up with the state of UK truckstops and it called on the government for a change in attitude towards the industry.
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MT ArticleOnward Holdings announces major restructure
Yorkshire warehousing and retail park specialist Onward Holdings has undergone the first major restructure of its business in more than 60 years.
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MT ArticleHaulage transport prices see slight fall in October, TEG Index reveals
October saw a marginal fall in both haulier and courier prices, according to the TEG Road Transport Index.
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MT ArticleNew van market hits three year high in October but EVs need government boost, says SMMT
Demand for new battery electric vans (BEVs) rose for the first time in five months, up 62% to 2,263 units, but fell over the year by 1.9% - accounting for just 5.6% market share, which is significantly below the 15% market share for 2024 decreed by the Zero Emission Vehicle ...
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MT ArticleSchmitz Cargobull first manufacturer to factory-fit Webfleet telematics to its trailers
Webfleet is expanding its OEM.connect partner programme to trailers in a move which sees Schmitz Cargobull become the first trailer manufacturer to join the programme.
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MT ArticleCommercial vehicle production bounces back in September, latest SMMT research reveals
Commercial vehicle (CV) manufacturing output grew by more than a quarter in September with 14,643 vans, buses, trucks, coaches and taxis rolling off the production lines of UK factories, according to the latest research from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders.
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MT ArticleAlmost half of lorry drivers unhappy with quality of HGV truckstops in UK, survey reveals
Nearly half of lorry drivers are dissatisfied with the quality and number of HGV truck stops, according to a new survey from independent watchdog, Transport Focus.
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MT ArticleLack of government support for supply chain highlights need for logistics minister, says UKWA
The Labour government’s budget and its lack of support for the country’s supply chain proves the need for a logistics minister, the UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) argued this week.
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MT ArticleNational Lorry Week 2024 launches at Stroud Brewery
RHA chair Moreton Cullimore has launched National Lorry Week 2024 today (4 November) at Stroud Brewery.
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MAN Financial Services UK joins Traton Financial Services in drive to deliver green financing
MAN Financial Services UK has joined Traton Financial Services in a move aimed at offering customers more agile, bespoke and future-ready services, as its customers continue to transition to electric vehicles.
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MT ArticleUpgrades for HGV drivers at Welcome Break rest sites
Welcome Break said it was spending £1.7m to upgrade its HGV parks, including fitting modern shower blocks, security fencing and infrared CCTV systems.
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MT ArticleUK electric lorry programme faces “challenging” infrastructure issues
A government funded demonstrator programme addressing the widespread rollout of electric HGVs has encountered challenges installing public charging facilities, due to a shortage of suitable sites and planning problems.
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MT ArticleVolvo Trucks rolls out next generation safety systems
Volvo Trucks is introducing two updated safety systems focused on protecting vulnerable road users and marking the next step towards its vision of zero accidents involving its vehicles.
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MT ArticleRecycling firm struck with six-figure fine for dangerous working practices
A major metal recycling firm has been hit with a £650,000 fine after it failed to segregate HGVs from pedestrians while waste was being manually sorted.