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MT ArticleDaimler Truck unveils TruckCharge brand for infrastructure and charging services in Europe
Daimler Truck has announced the launch of its new TruckCharge brand in Europe, consolidating its e-infrastructure and charging services for electric trucks. The brand encompasses consulting, hardware, and digital services, aiming to offer a comprehensive and cost-efficient solution for electric truck operations. TruckCharge will be officially introduced at the IAA ...
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MT ArticleMorrisons logistics workers end strike action after retailer boosts pay and conditions
Hundreds of warehouse and logistics workers in Cheshire and Yorkshire called off strike action this week after supermarket chain Morrisons upped their terms and conditions, bringing to an end a dispute over pensions, pay and working conditions which had threatened to severely disrupt the retailer’s deliveries.
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MT ArticleVoltloader and Welch’s collaborate to advance electric HGV operations
Voltloader, a provider of electric bulk haulage and HGV charging solutions, and Welch Group, a transport and logistics company, have announced a successful collaboration that underscores the growing potential of electric heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) for regional deliveries.
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MT ArticleQuantron introduces first hydrogen fuel cell light and heavy-duty trucks
Quantron AG has announced the launch of its fuel cell-powered light and heavy-duty trucks. This move is part of its strategy to achieve cost parity between zero-emission and diesel commercial vehicles through global partnerships with commercial vehicle and component manufacturers. Details of these partnerships will be unveiled at the IAA ...
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MT ArticleLion Electric achieves final certification for LionBattery HD battery pack
Lion Electric has announced the final certification for its heavy-duty battery pack, the LionBattery HD. This lithium-ion battery pack is specifically designed for the company’s heavy-duty trucks.
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MT ArticleMilence opens Europe’s largest public charging hub for electric trucks
Milence has inaugurated Europe’s largest public charging hubs for electric heavy-duty vehicles at the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, Belgium. The port, handling 289 million tonnes of cargo annually, is a significant global trade hub and a key location for Milence’s network.
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MT ArticleTransaid patron the Princess Royal visits Multimodal 2024
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal visited Multimodal 2024 at the NEC last week, in her capacity as patron of transport and logistics charity Transaid.
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MT ArticleDanfoss showcases heavy duty potential of electric HGVs on 800-mile road trip to Le Mans
Danish engineering group Danfoss has completed an epic journey with one of its electric trucks, travelling more than 1,300 kilometers (800+ miles) from Denmark to Le Mans, France, to coincide with the 24-hour race event, together with 48 electric cars.
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MT ArticleThe ’magic formula’ for decarbonisation
There’s been a flurry of announcements from MAN Truck & Bus recently on its zero-emission vehicles, so when we got wind that the company CEO, Alexander Vlaskamp, was in the UK, we had to secure an exclusive interview. Andy Salter tracked him down.
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MT ArticleSNAP launches latest Truckpark Tour at Felixstowe Truckstop
SNAP’s annual Truckpark Tour is returning for its third outing, with plans to make it bigger and better than ever before, providing entertainment, competitions, free merchandise and more at each event on the tour.
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MT ArticleTeam C Express Logistics celebrates fifth APC Depot of the Year award
Thetford-based Team C Express Logistics, which is a member of the the APC delivery network, has been recognised as Depot of the Year for a fifth time at the APC’s annual awards ceremony.
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MT ArticleCulina’s iForce helps Tommee Tippee manufacturer expand onto Tesco marketplace
Culina subsidiary and e-fulfilment specialist iForce, is helping baby products manufacturer Mayborn Group expand its reach through multi-channel solutions, including a new collaboration with Tesco Marketplace.
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MT ArticleA new government must to do more to create a CV charging infrastructure, says Lightfoot MD
As the general election approaches, there is a “glaring” lack of pledges in the main parties’ manifestos on creating a charging infrastructure for commercial vehicles, tackling road safety and improving the UK’s road network, the MD of decarbonisation expert Lightfoot said this week.
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MT ArticlePJH refreshes fleet with 34 DAF trucks from Asset Alliance
Bathrooms and appliances supplier PJH has invested in new contract-hire vehicles from Asset Alliance Group as part of a major fleet renewal programme.
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MT ArticleHaulier confusion at London’s new DVS requirements sees clearer guidance published
Hauliers confused by Transport for London’s (TfLs) new, stricter Direct Vision Standard, due to launch in October, can now turn to an explainer produced by Loughborough University on behalf of TfL.
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MT ArticleSMMT CEO Mike Hawes awarded OBE for services to the UK automotive industry
Mike Hawes, chief executive of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), has been awarded an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for services to the automotive industry, in the King’s Birthday Honours List.
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MT ArticleDB Schenker’s Trafford Park logistics hub officially open
DB Schenker has officially opened its £11m purpose-built facility at Trafford Park and has pledged its commitment to the Greater Manchester economy.
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MT ArticleLoss-making contract prompted Place to Place’s collapse
Go Plant sold to Sweeptech Source: Shutterstock 17/5/24
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MT ArticleDecision needed on Lower Thames Crossing
The RHA has urged the government to make a decision on the Lower Thames Crossing after it was delayed due to the general election.