Latest fleet news – Page 263
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MT ArticleA Davies Transport creates new jobs after joining Pallet-Track
Wakefield-based A Davies Transport is creating three new jobs as a result of becoming a shareholder member of Pallet-Track.The family-run company, which was established by managing director Andy Davies with just one truck in 2007, now operates a fleet of 38 vehicles and 60 trailers, and employs a team of ...
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MT ArticleNew security device to prevent catalytic converter thefts launches in UK
US firm CATrak has launched a new device to prevent catalytic converter theft which alerts the owner when a theft is in progress.Developed in the US by CATrak Technologies, the system has been launched in the UK where thefts of catalytic converters from commercial vehicles are reported to be ten ...
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MT ArticleXPO seals multi-year partnership deal with retailer Christy England
XPO has won a multi-year contract for end-to-end management of luxury bed and bath linen retailer Christy England's supply chain for all channels in the UK and Ireland.The two companies collaborated on designing a customised supply chain solution that integrates inbound product transport from multiple manufacturing locations, storage at XPO’s ...
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MT ArticleLoblaw turns to Freightliner for its first battery electric truck
Loblaw, a Canadian retailer, has introduced its first heavy-duty fully electric truck in its efforts to achieve net-zero carbon emissions.
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MT ArticleZF’s CeTrax Lite electric drive enters series production
ZF’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) division has announced that its new CeTrax lite electric central drive has entered series production, marking a significant milestone in the company’s “Next Generation Mobility” strategy and commitment to decarbonisation of the industry.
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MT ArticleNikola announces retirement of three board members at 2023 annual meeting
Nikola Corporation has announced that Gerrit Marx, Lynn Forester de Rothschild and Mark Russell are retiring from Nikola’s Board of Directors at this year’s annual meeting to be held on June 7, 2023.
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MT ArticleEnova introduces initiative to promote mobile charging stations and emission-free building equipment in Norway
Enova has unveiled two programmes aimed at reducing emissions in the construction industry. These initiatives are designed to promote the adoption of emission-free construction machinery and mobile charging stations to power them, as part of efforts to address climate change and promote sustainable practices in the construction sector.
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MT ArticleIndia plans $2 billion incentive scheme to promote green hydrogen fuel production
India plans to give green hydrogen fuel producers incentives worth at least 10% of their costs under a $2 billion scheme set to begin before the end of June, a top government official said.
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MT ArticleSuttons International recruits commercial director in drive for global growth
Suttons International have appointed Jonathan Mackie to the role of commercial director, as part of the business’ growth strategy.Mackie will be responsible for the development and implementation of the business’ commercial strategy to enable growth with new and existing customers across all the regions Suttons International operates in.Suttons International is ...
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MT ArticleCalifornia ports become green investment hotspot with surge in electric truck charging stations
As orginally reported by Reuters, California is set to phase out heavy-duty diesel trucks that haul containers to ships and warehouses by 2035.
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Zero-emission HGV market "shackled" by lack of infrastructure and national plan, SMMT warns
The UK's zero emission HGV market is "shackled" by the absence of a charging infrastructure, the lack of a national roll-out plan and the absence of effective incentives for operators, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) warned today (18 April).The SMMT said that unless the the UK government ...
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Micro-logistics hub launches in Pimlico to provide zero-emission deliveries
A six-month trial of a new micro-logistics hub in Pimlico has been launched today (17th April) which aims to improve air quality by cutting the number of trucks and vans delivering parcels to offices and residents’ homes in Central London.Westminster City Council, in partnership with Cross River Partnership (CRP), is ...
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Redundancy threat as Nestlé restructures logistics operations
Logistics workers at Nestlé's warehouse in York are facing the threat of redundancy as the food manufacturer restructures its UK and Ireland logistics operations.Nestlé is reorganising operations at its logistics warehouse CF2 in York, which will see the facility moving to a full pallet operation, requiring fewer staff.Nestlé has ...
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FleetCheck app helps drivers avoid bridge strikes
A new feature designed to help stop commercial vehicle drivers being involved in bridge strikes.has been added to FleetCheck’s Vehicle Inspection App.The feature tells drivers they are currently using a high vehicle whenever they carry out a scheduled vehicle inspection, providing a regular reminder.Peter Golding, managing director at the fleet ...
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MT ArticleBridgestone fleet debris study nails need for yard inspections
Commercial fleets are being urged to check yards for dangerous debris after a survey found a high level of punctures caused by on-site litter.The two-year Fleet Debris Study by tyre manufacturer Bridgestone looked at the source of debris-related punctures across five of its biggest fleet customers in England.Using overhead satellite ...
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MT ArticleHastings Freight invests in staff with double promotions
Chesterfield-based logistics firm Hastings Freight Limited (HFL) has promoted team members Georgia Dickson and Ash Roberts.Dickson, who has worked at HFL for six years, has taken on the role of HFL's new customer service manager. Her brief is to oversee a team of five who are tasked with looking after ...
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MT ArticleDHL and Fowler Welch take units at Panattoni Park Aylesford
DHL and Fowler Welch have taken space at Panattoni Park Aylesford.DHL has signed up for a 110,406 sq ft facility on the site, whilst Fowler Welch is to take a 97,891 sq ft unit.The units come with long-term leases which were signed before construction began.DHL’s net zero carbon facility has ...
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MT ArticleSapphire Vehicle Services appointed UK service partner for Volta Trucks
Volta Trucks has recently appointed Sapphire Vehicle Services as its first certified service partner for the UK. Sapphire Vehicle Services, with its extensive experience in the UK commercial fleet management sector, will provide vehicle maintenance solutions tailored to Volta Trucks customers’ requirements.
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MT ArticleWorld’s first all-electric Scania standard car transporter with a Kässbohrer body and trailer goes into service
German logistics specialist ARS Altmann Automobillogistik has recently introduced the world’s first all-electric Scania standard car transporter.
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MT ArticleWatt’s prototype eCV van to make public debut
Zero-emission CV start-up Watt Electric Vehicle Company (WEVC) has revealed the first glimpse of the interior of its eCV1 prototype van and showcased its central driving position.Making its public debut at the Commercial Vehicle show at the Birmingham NEC next week, the UK-designed eCV1 provides an ergonomic cabin with what ...