Latest fleet news – Page 211
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MT ArticleLockwood Haulage buys majority share in S & R Smith & Son
Lockwood Haulage has bought a 75% stake in Essex firm S & R Smith & Son as part of a growth strategy.
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MT ArticleBP joins H2Accelerate to support the hydrogen refuelling infrastructure for trucks
BP has joined the H2Accelerate initiative, signaling its commitment to support the development of hydrogen refueling infrastructure for trucks across Europe. This collaboration aims to accelerate the adoption of hydrogen-powered heavy-duty transport and reduce carbon emissions in the industry.
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MT ArticleMercedes-Benz unveils new eActros 600, now offering 500km range
Mercedes-Benz Trucks has introduced the eActros 600, a heavy-duty electric truck offering over 800hp of peak output and a single charge driving range of 500km
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MT ArticleUK’s largest offshore windfarm begins powering homes
The Dogger Bank offshore windfarm, set to become the world’s largest, marks a significant milestone as its first turbine begins supplying power to UK homes, highlighting the nation’s commitment to renewable energy and the challenges it faces in transitioning away from fossil fuels.
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MT Article‘Reporting shoddy hauliers requires huge culture shift,’ DVSA tells RHA members
Senior road transport officials have urged RHA members to help them bring operators to accountant if they suspect them of non-compliance.
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MT ArticleFreight Carbon Zero podcast: Exclusive interview with Lars Stenqvist, Volvo Group CTO
The latest edition of the Freight Carbon Zero podcast is live! We’ve been to Gothenburg for an exclusive interview with Volvo Group Chief Technology Officer, Lars Stenqvist
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MT ArticleTevva’s merger with ElectraMeccanica is off
In a strongly worded statement, US firm ElectraMeccanica has terminated its proposed merger with Tevva Motors, leaving the UK-based truck builder back at square one as it seeks to secure its future.
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MT ArticleElectraMeccanica pulls plug on Tevva merger deal
A deal to merge British electric lorry maker Tevva with ElectraMeccanica in the US has fallen through after the vehicle designer alleged “multiple incurable breaches”.
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MT ArticleJobs at risk as Wincanton loses Suntory distribution contract to DHL
Wincanton has lost a long-standing distribution contract with Lucozade and Ribena maker Suntory, prompting concern among hundreds of staff uncertain about their future.
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MT ArticleVolvo Trucks launches new fast charging service for electric trucks
Volvo Trucks introduces a pioneering service to facilitate seamless access to a national network of fast chargers for electric trucks in Sweden. This innovative initiative, powered by renewable energy sources, marks a significant leap forward in promoting sustainable heavy transportation.
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MT ArticleKuehne+Nagel to launch carbon insetting scheme for HVO and electric trucks
As orginallly published on Motor Transport, Kuehne+Nagel (K+N) introduces a pioneering Book & Claim insetting program, enabling operators to actively reduce transport emissions by investing in low-emission practices like hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) and electric trucks within their own supply chains. This sustainable initiative, initially launched in Europe and expanding ...
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MT ArticleEurope’s first national hydrogen pipeline network set to begin construction
The construction of Europe’s first national hydrogen pipeline network is set to commence this month. The Dutch project, managed by state-owned gas transmission operator Gasunie, will initially connect the Port of Rotterdam to the city’s industrial hub.
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MT ArticleGreen Biofuels calls in administrators, less than two years after BP takes 30% stake
Green Biofuels, the largest UK supplier of hydrogenated vegetable oil (HVO), has collapsed into administration, just 20 months after BP took a 30% stake in the company.
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MT ArticleGreen Biofuels Ltd goes into administration
Three partners from Ernst & Young LLP have been appointed administrators of HVO supplier Green Biofuels, effective 02 October 2023
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MT ArticleMenzies Distribution battles to diversify after delivering profit plunge
Menzies Distribution Group (MDG) suffered an almost fourfold fall in pre-tax profit last year as its core newstrade business continued to be hit by plummeting newspaper and magazine sales and a tough economic environment.
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MT ArticleHeavy electric vehicle charging in France to reach 3.5TWh annual demand by 2035
As the demand for long-distance electric transportation rises, a collaborative study in France projects a substantial need for charging infrastructure, with an annual demand of 3.5 terawatt-hours (TWh) by 2035. This study, set to issue its formal report at the end of 2023, involving key industry players and truck manufacturers, ...
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MT ArticleNikola launches hydrogen fuel cell truck in North America
Nikola Corporation has taken the wraps off its hydrogen fuel cell electric truck. With a range of up to 500 miles and strong customer interest, Nikola reckons it is well positioned for a strong market performance turnaround.
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MT ArticleEverfuel and Hy24 join forces in €200 million joint venture to advance hydrogen infrastructure
Danish hydrogen specialist Everfuel and French company Hy24 have partnered to create a €200 million joint venture focused on expanding hydrogen infrastructure in the Nordic region, particularly within the European Union. The collaboration aims to finance the development of electrolyser capacity to meet the growing demand for green hydrogen and ...
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MT ArticleFreight Carbon Zero guide to battery electric truck implementation available for download
In partnership with Volvo Trucks we’ve produced our guide to battery electric truck implementation covering the key tips and advices in introducing battery electric vehicles in your fleet.