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MT ArticleAir products secures funding to build two hydrogen refueling stations in North Rhine-Westphalia
Air Products, a leading industrial gases company, has secured funding from the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Industry, Climate Protection, and Energy of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) in Germany to construct two large-scale hydrogen refueling stations (HRS) in Duisburg and Meckenheim. These stations will serve as vital components in ...
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MT ArticleMack Trucks implements hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) to enhance sustainability in vehicle transportation
Mack Trucks has implemented the use of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) as fuel to transport completed Class 8 vehicles off its production line at Lehigh Valley Operations (LVO) in Macungie, Pennsylvania. This decision aligns with Mack’s commitment to sustainability and reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
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MT ArticleAdvancing efficiency and sustainability: The SCALE Project’s impact on automated supply chains
The logistics industry is currently undergoing transformations driven by digitalisation, electrification, and automation. These changes offer promising solutions to numerous challenges faced by the sector. To fully leverage these advancements, it’s crucial to integrate all subsystems effectively. The SCALE project is a new initiative focused on achieving this integration.
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MT ArticleMPs ask Defra: “Will post-Brexit border checks begin this week or face sixth delay?”
MPs are demanding Defra clarifies whether new post-Brexit border import and food inspection checks, due to be launched tomorrow (30 April), will be delayed for a sixth time.
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MT ArticleWebfleet introduces EV transition tool to streamline fleet electrification
Webfleet, a fleet management solution by Bridgestone, has unveiled its new EV Transition Tool aimed at aiding businesses in adopting electric vehicles (EVs) or expanding their existing EV fleets. This tool, developed as part of the EV Services Platform, intends to streamline the transition process, facilitating sustainability goals and operational ...
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MT ArticleArrowXL sets wheels in motion for reduced tyre use
ArrowXL has entered into a contract with Direct Tyre Management (DTM) with ambitions to reduce tyre usage significantly.
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MT ArticleAnglia Freight sees efficiency boost after software firm tie-in
Anglia Freight said its partnership with software firm Qargo had helped it win a clutch of new contracts and increase operational efficiencies.
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MT ArticleKrone supports expansion plans at Scrivin Logistics
Bristol-based Scrivin Logistics said it was so impressed with its new Krone trailers that it had immediately placed an additional order.
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MT ArticleWarning after tipper driver escapes electrocution
An HGV driver narrowly escaped death after his tipper collided with a power line and sent 33,000 volts coursing through the vehicle.
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MT ArticleNorth West Recycling grows fleet with new Renault T520
Waste management supplier North West Recycling has added a Renault T520 6x2 tax axle tractor unit with walking floor hydraulics to its fleet.
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MT ArticleNew GM at Den Hartogh Logistics keen to promote careers for women
Bulk logistics service provider Royal Den Hartogh Logistics has appointed Jo Dixon to be its new general manager, overseeing 350 staff in the UK.
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MT ArticleNew HR director appointed to The APC
The APC has appointed Liz Stokes to be its new HR director.
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MT ArticleCastledene’s new Volvo FH celebrates haulier’s 45 years in business
Castledene Transport has taken delivery of a new Volvo FH 500 6x2 tractor unit, with a special livery celebrating its 45th anniversary.
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MT ArticleYodel sings praises of Schmitz lightweight semi-trailers
Yodel has taken on 80 lightweight, robust trailers from Schmitz Cargobull in a move to make more sustainable deliveries.
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MT ArticleRHA raises £26,000 for Transaid
RHA members have raised more than £26,000 for the international development charity Transaid to help transform lives in Africa.
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MT ArticleMOT certificates go digital from next week
Annual test certificates will no longer be issued as hard copies from Monday (29 April) as the DVSA switches to digital in a move to be more environmentally friendly.
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MT ArticleHVS to bring hydrogen expertise to Road Transport Expo’s Knowledge Zone stage
Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS) has announced that its chief commercial officer, John McLeister, will be participating in the prestigious ‘Big Debate: Future Trucks’ at the upcoming Road Transport Expo (RTX) in June. This exciting event serves as a platform for industry leaders to discuss key challenges and innovations shaping the ...
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MT ArticleTruck driver who killed four on M25 pleads guilty to their deaths
A lorry driver who crashed his vehicle into the rear of a minibus on the M25 has pleaded guilty to causing the deaths of four people.
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MT ArticleTougher EU truck safety rating scheme set to launch
Euro NCAP, the EU body that organises crash and safety tests on new vehicles, is to launch a Truck Safe rating scheme.
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MT ArticleWelsh government applies brake to controversial 20mph speed limit policy
The controversial 20mph speed limit introduced last year on hundreds of roads in Wales could be be returned to 30mph - although the Welsh government said the limit will remain in built-up areas and around schools and hospitals.