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MT ArticleRHA recognised for its gender equity but transport still lagging behind
The RHA has been recognised by Women in Transport for its gender equity in the workplace.
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MT ArticleExtra cleans up at the Washroom Oscars
Extra MSA is feeling flushed with success after taking top spot for toilet cleanliness at the Loo of the Year awards.
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MT ArticleCost of living crisis is the catalyst for Bretts to diversify
Bretts Transport said it had taken steps to mitigate the impact of the cost of living crisis and was diversifying away from food distribution, after its pre-tax profits reduced last year.
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MT ArticlePromotion for Fleet Operations’ head of operations
Fleet management provider Fleet Operations has promoted its head of operations, David Forbes, to director level where he will now chair the senior leadership team.
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MT ArticlePhillips 66 contract renewal for Wincanton
Wincanton has renewed its longstanding agreement with energy company Phillips 66 to distribute fuel to Jet forecourts.
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MT ArticleNorth Rhine-Westphalia invests €20 million in hydrogen truck refueling stations expansion
The state government of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), Germany, has allocated €20 million ($21.85 million) to five companies for the establishment of seven new hydrogen refuelling stations (HRSs) designated for trucks.
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MT ArticleMilence announces its first electric truck charging hub in France
Milence has announced its third public truck charging facility in Europe, this time in Heudebouville, within the logistics district south of Rouen, France. The hub occupies a strategic geographical position, positioned midway between Paris and Le Havre.
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MT ArticleFlexible Power Systems secures investment to launch electric fleet management platform
Flexible Power Systems (FPS) has successfully secured £2.7 million in external investment to propel the commercialisation of its electric vehicle (EV) and charger management platform, FPS Operate.
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MT ArticleThe future regulation of the European commercial vehicle industry
Late last year, the European Parliament and Council (EC) announced a provisional agreement on the Euro VII legislation, pending formal adoption. This legislation, a part of the EU’s roadmap towards “near-zero emission vehicles by 2035” under the broader European Green Deal, encompasses cars, vans, and heavy-duty vehicles within a single ...
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MT ArticleDB Schenker pioneers electric truck adoption in arctic conditions with Fuso eCanter
Two Fuso eCanter trucks have entered the DB Schenker fleet in Finland, where they operate daily in challenging weather conditions near the Arctic Circle. These 7.5-tonne battery-electric trucks are employed for last-mile deliveries in regions like Kuusamo and Oulu, facing deep snow and temperatures as low as -30degC between October ...
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MT ArticleGRS puts low-entry Econics out for London construction work
GRS Group has taken on a new batch of Mercedes-Benz trucks meaning it is now running the country’s biggest fleet of low-entry Econic tippers.
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MT ArticlePhelan happy with ‘monster’ crane
Durham’s Phelan Haulage has taken delivery of a DAF XG 530 tractor unit mounted with a Hiab X-Hipro 858 crane from MV commercial, described by its director as “an absolute monster”.
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MT ArticleDesignwerk releases consumption analysis for 2023 electric trucks
Designwerk shares exclusive consumption data from its fleet in 2023, shedding light on the real-world performance across various applications.
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MT ArticleWestport Fuel Systems and Volvo Group confirm joint venture to develop fuel system technology
Westport has announced the signing of an investment agreement with Volvo Group to establish a joint venture (JV)which aims to accelerate the commercialisation and global adoption of Westport’s high pressure direct injection (HPDI) fuel system technology for long-haul and off-road applications.
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MT ArticleHolman delivers £100m in annual savings for customers
Leasing and fleet management provider Holman said customers were enjoying £100m in service, maintenance and repair (SMR) cost savings through the services it offered.
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MT ArticleNew Palletline service launched for picture-perfect deliveries
Palletline has launched its photo-on-delivery service, which it said would provide customers with “total peace of mind”.
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MT ArticleYusen Logistics signs up for new warehouse project in Northampton
Yusen Logistics and commercial property developer Segro have signed a contract for a new shared user warehouse facility in Northampton.
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MT ArticlePall-Ex bolsters support to armed forces with charity partnership
Pall-Ex Group has cemented its commitment to the armed forces community after announcing a new partnership with the country’s oldest tri-service military charity the SSFA.
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MT ArticleA66 upgrade plans ‘biggest investment in a generation’
Plans to dual the entire length of the A66 between the M6 at Penrith and the A1(M) at Scotch Corner have been given the go-ahead.
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MT ArticleABE spreads the love with support for charities near and far
ABE Ledbury MD Clive Brooks has put the wheels in motion to raise funds for Transaid with a forthcoming Kenyan cycling expedition – and the haulier has not put the brakes on helping support local charities. ABE Ledbury provided three floats for the local town carnival Source: Century ...