Latest fleet news – Page 206
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MT ArticleMagnus Group files intention to appoint administrator
Haulage and warehousing company and Ipswich Town FC sponsor Magnus Group has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators in court.
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MT ArticleTrailblazer Interview: Ian Greene, Head of Fleet, Brighton & Hove Council
In the first of our series of Freight Carbon Zero industry trailblazer interviews, we’ve been to Brighton to catch up with Ian Greene, Head of Fleet at Brighton & Hove Council, and get his insights and feedback on his journey to decarbonise the fleet of cars, vans and trucks across ...
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MT ArticleEinride launches first smartcharger station in Sweden
Einride has inaugurated its Smartcharger Station in Rosersberg, Sweden, in collaboration with infrastructure developer Polar Structure. The station marks a crucial step in Einride’s mission to deploy sustainable charging infrastructure for heavy-duty freight on a global scale, focusing on enhancing the driver experience and utilising locally sourced materials for a ...
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FeaturesFoulger Transport inks distribution and customs clearance deal with French retailer Babymoov
Kinaxia subsidiary Foulger Transport has sealed a deal to provide customs clearance, warehousing and distribution services across the UK to French baby product retailer Babymoov. The deal follows a restructuring of its distribution strategy, following Brexit, which sees the French retailer no longer storing all of its ...
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FeaturesMOTOR TRANSPORT TOP 100 2023
It’s been a difficult year for the road transport industry, but our annual survey of company performance highlights the professionalism and tenacity of operators in facing up to the challenges.
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MT ArticleClimate Change Committee urges government not take its “eyes off the ball” when it comes to decarbonising road freight
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Williams Haulage fined £100,000 after HGV driver dies on site
North Wales logistics firm Williams Haulage Limited has been fined £100,000 after a Hungarian lorry driver fell from a loading bay and fractured his skull, resulting in his death. Williams Haulage, which is based in Cynwyd in Corwen, was fined £100,000 and ordered to pay £8,400 costs after admitting to failing ...
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Bedeo launches diesel to electric van conversion kit
A retrofit solution that converts a diesel van to electric at the touch of a button has been launched by EV supplier Bedeo.It said the RE-100 range extender enabled companies with large fleets of vans, often with major conversions such as refrigeration units and bespoke fit outs, to retain them ...
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MT ArticleStrikes by GXO workers at Greene King could see pub taps run dry this Christmas, Unite warns
Pubs across the North West could see supplies of Greene King beer run dry as GXO lorry drivers and warehouse staff contracted to the brewery prepare to take rolling strike action in protest at a below inflation pay offer which they say imposes a real terms pay cut.
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MT ArticleBudget-friendly catayst for hydrogen fuel cells unveiled in Korean
Researchers at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) have unveiled a cost-effective alternative to platinum catalysts in hydrogen fuel cells. Their breakthrough, reported to be 1,000 times cheaper, involves enhancing the performance of iron- and nitrogen-doped carbon electrodes with phosphine gas treatment.
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MT ArticleScania and sennder joint venture aims to accelerate electric truck adoption
Scania and sennder have joined forces to establish JUNA, a pioneering joint venture that aims to drive the widespread adoption of electric trucks in European road logistics. This innovative partnership introduces a pay-per-use model, eliminating upfront costs and providing guaranteed loads for transport companies.
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MT ArticleOilinvest and Quantron join forces to develop European network for hydrogen refuelling
Oilinvest and Quantron AG have united forces to establish HEMTRON, a joint venture aimed at accelerating the adoption of hydrogen-based infrastructure.
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MT ArticleKemppower secures certification for US production
Kemppower’s attainment of certification for its US production site marks a significant stride for the Finnish company, setting the stage for the mass production of charging stations while at the same time it has instigated a new research centre in Finland.
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MT ArticleDenmark sets out ambitious plan for electric truck charging
Denmark is set to establish 25 new charging parks dedicated to electric trucks, strategically located to promote efficient charging access and support the electrification of heavy-duty transport. The first stations are expected to be operational by 2025, with a total charging capacity of 133MW distributed across 175 points.
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MT ArticleThermo King introduces AxlePower to deliver sustainable trailer refrigeration
Thermo King’s innovative AxlePower system has completed extensive trials, showcasing significant developments in electric, low-emission, and autonomous refrigeration for trailers.
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MT ArticleDAF XB makes show debut at Solutrans
DAF Trucks is set to introduce its latest range of zero-emission electric vehicles at the Solutrans exhibition, showcasing the New Generation DAF XB series alongside the rest of the battery electric line-up.
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MT ArticleDPD launches green depot in London Docklands
The new facility, equipped with electric and HVO-fueled vehicles, marks a significant leap in DPD’s commitment to greener, more efficient parcel delivery services in the heart of London.
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MT ArticleVolvo Group swoops for Proterra’s battery business
Volvo Group has announced it has been selected as the winning bidder in an auction for the business and assets of the Proterra Powered business unit at a purchase price of $210 million
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MT ArticleUncertainty surrounds government phase-out dates for diesel HGVs
The phase-out dates for diesel HGVs could still change following the government’s announcement that it is to postpone its ban on the sale of new diesel and petrol cars, according to freight experts. A spokesman for Volvo Trucks said that although the government announcement did not appear to directly affect ...