Latest fleet news – Page 153
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MT ArticleTeletrac Navman launches electric fleet transition platform for “overwhelmed” operators
Telematics specialist Teletrac Navman has revealed major updates to its alternative energy product portfolio to enable fleet managers to strategically plan, implement and track the transition from internal combustion engine (ICE) to multi-fuel capabilities.
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MT ArticleGlendale Countryside adds 20 Isuzu Grafters to fleet
Landscaping and grounds maintenance contractor, Glendale Countryside, has introduced 20 new 3.5-tonne Isuzu N35.125(S) Grafters to its commercial vehicle fleet.
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MT ArticleMcCulla Ireland bolsters biogas fleet with £3.1m investment
Northern Ireland-based refrigerated haulage business McCulla Ireland has secured a £3.1m investment from asset finance provider Lombard for 25 new trucks, including 11 powered by biogas.
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MT ArticleProject spotlight: Electric Freightway part of the DfT-funded ZEHID programme
The Electric Freightway project is part of the government-funded ZEHID (Zero Emission HGV and Infrastructure Demonstrator) programme and is well advanced in its project planning and development, with the first vehicles hitting the road in May 2024. We headed to project lead GRIDSERVE’s Swindon innovation centre for a roundtable of ...
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MT ArticleIndustry calls for Minister of Logistics in next government
As the nation gears up for a general election in just under six weeks, Logistics UK has repeated its call for the appointment of a logistics minister in the next government.
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MT ArticleKuehne+Nagel launches specialised road logistics service for the MedTech industry
Kuehne+Nagel has launched new service options for its MedTech industry clients in Europe, helping them with transport needs not covered by quality and safety guidelines.
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MT ArticleConstruct IT builds on relationship with brick maker Wienerberger
Brick and block haulier Construct IT has won a four-year contract extension with brick manufacturer Wienerberger.
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MT ArticleStobart fuelled by HVO to get Walkers crisps to stores
Stobart has expanded its use of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) across its network for customer PepsiCo – and it estimated this should save an additional 13,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions by the end of the year.
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MT ArticleWoodland Group starts running fleet on HVO
Logistics business Woodland Group said 15% of its fleet was now running on HVO fuel as it presses ahead with plans to become a net-zero company.
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MT ArticleAutonomous robots gain the edge at iForce Corby facility
Culina Group firm iForce is working with socks and sportswear brand Gain the Edge to provide them with “cutting edge” fulfilment services.
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MT ArticleVolvo announces hydrogen ICE truck plans
Volvo has followed MAN in announcing it will introduce trucks powered by internal combustion engines running on green hydrogen. With the changes to the EU carbon reduction regulations permitting hydrogen-combustion vehicles, these trucks are expected to play a crucial role in reducing carbon emissions, particularly over long distances and in ...
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MT ArticleArrowXL welcomes new general manager to its Worcester operation
ArrowXL has appointed a new general manager for its Worcester site who will be responsible for establishing an operational strategy and developing the team in line with company goals.
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MT ArticleSecond HQ move in three years for TFI following growth spurt
Trailer Freight International (TFI) has moved to a new one-and-a-half acre HQ in West Bromwich after outgrowing its previous home in Walsall.
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MT ArticleAchievements celebrated at APC annual awards
The APC marked its 30th anniversary at an awards ceremony celebrating the achievements and successes of individuals and its depot members.
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MT ArticleHVO lorry unveiled by Cemex at Tilbury
Cemex is cementing its position as a leader in sustainability within the sector after it unveiled its first ever HVO-powered lorry, operating out of its Tilbury plant.
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MT ArticleX2 (UK) pushes sustainable, efficient logistics practice to the forefront
Photos: Karen Massey Formed in 2003 as a 4PL transport network to handle full trailer loads, X2 (UK) now employs 20 people at its Hinckley HQ and has recently become a silver sponsor of Generation Logistics, the industry-led campaign to promote career opportunities in the transport and ...
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MT ArticlePlace 2 Place Logistics declares intention to appoint administrator
Staffordshire pallet and warehousing firm Place 2 Place Logistics has filed an application in court to appoint an administrator.
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MT ArticleRingway calls the shots with sector’s first Volvo FE Electric
Highways maintenance firm Ringway Hounslow is operating the sector’s first 26-tonne Volvo FE Electric 6x2 rigid, featuring a tipper grab body and low entry cab.
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MT ArticleRegulations to overhaul Driver CPC submitted to Parliament
Training firm Driver Hire has welcomed changes to the Driver CPC that are intended to make it more flexible and attractive to professional drivers.
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MT ArticleDiesel to electric: A MAN-sized challenge…
MAN Truck & Bus is set to launch its new eTruck in the UK at next month’s Road Transport Expo. UK MD Stefan Thyssen discusses the key questions and concerns operators still have over decarbonising their fleets