Latest news – Page 164
-
-
MT ArticleAdministrators appointed to John Dinham Transport
Bristol-based John Dinham Transport has become the latest haulage business forced to appoint administrators.
-
MT ArticleEU launches price fixing investigation into tyre firms
As the EU launches a price fixing investigation into a number of major tyre manufacturers, hauliers are being advised to keep records of tyres purchases in lieu of any possible claims.
-
MT ArticleTile Mountain Group takes delivery of nine new low height DAF LF 18 tonners from Dawsongroup
Tile and bathroom retailer Tile Mountain Group has taken delivery of nine new DAF LF18-tonne low height curtainside trucks from Dawsongroup truck and trailer.
-
![John Robinson, Chief Commercial Officer, Prohire[70632]](https://d2cohhpa0jt4tw.cloudfront.net/Pictures/100x67/9/4/2/16942_johnrobinsonchiefcommercialofficerprohire70632_50405_crop.jpg)
MT ArticleProhire recruits former Ryder executive John Robinson as chief commercial officer
John Robinson, fomer Ryder fleet sales director and 40-year industry veteran, has joined commercial vehicle hire and fleet management firm Prohire as chief commercial officer, in the latest phase of the company’s ambitious growth strategy. In his new role with the Stoke-on-Trent-headquartered firm, Robinson is tasked with playing a key ...
-
MT ArticleAssociation of Pallet Networks joins forces with Generation Logistics to promote pallet network careers
The Association of Pallet Networks (APN) has partnered with government-funded recruitment campaign Generation Logistics to help raise awareness of job opportunities in the pallet network sector.
-
MT ArticleHeineken and Einride launch cross-border electric freight initiative to cut CO2 emissions
Heineken, in collaboration with Einride, has announced its inaugural cross-border electric freight journey, signaling a significant step forward in reshaping freight mobility.
-
MT ArticleDaimler Truck and Linde Engineering introduce liquid hydrogen refueling technology
Daimler Truck and Linde Engineering have collaborated to introduce a new liquid hydrogen refueling technology called subcooled liquid hydrogen (sLH2), offering higher storage density, extended range, quicker refueling, reduced costs, and improved energy efficiency compared to hydrgoen gas storage and distribution.
-
MT ArticleVolvo completes acquisition of Proterra’s battery business for $210 million
The Volvo Group’s recent acquisition of Proterra’s battery business signifies a strategic move to bolster its presence in the electric vehicle market, promising advancements in sustainable transportation solutions.
-
MT ArticleQuantron AG expands clean transportation alliance with blueFLUX Energy AG
Quantron AG has expanded its Clean Transportation Alliance (CTA) by including blueFLUX Energy AG, a German company specialising in waste-to-hydrogen technology. The CTA, initiated by Quantron, aims to accelerate the adoption of emission-free transportation solutions, particularly in the commercial vehicle sector.
-
MT ArticleHyzon Motors and New Way Trucks forge partnership to develop hydrogen fuel cell refuse truck for North America
Hyzon Motors and New Way Trucks have announced a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) to collaborate on a hydrogen fuel cell-powered refuse vehicle for the North American market.
-
MT ArticleLunaz upcycled electric refuse trucks approved for operation in London
Lunaz has received approval for its refuse trucks to operate in London, having achieved the highest Direct Vision Standard (DVS) rating for driver visibility.
-
-
MT ArticleChinese tyre manufacturers lean on Brexit Britain to drop “illegal” EU anti-dumping rules
Chinese tyre manufacturers are arguing that, post-Brexit, EU anti-dumping tariffs are illegal in the UK under World Trade Organistion (WTO) rules and should be dropped immediately.
-
MT ArticleTransaid promises fun-filled night at second Scottish Transaid Dinner
Tickets are now available for Transaid’s second Scottish Transaid Dinner, which is being held on 12 September 2024 at the Macdonald Inchyra Hotel & Spa near Grangemouth, where guests will be entertained by the award-winning Scottish comedian Ray Bradshaw.
-
MT ArticleRefrigerated trailers can pump out double the NOx emissions than the HGVs towing them, Zemo report reveals
Refrigerated trailers can produce more than double the emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOx), five times the particulate mass (PM) and up to four hundred times the particle number, compared with emissions from the Euro 6 HGVs pulling them, according to a major study by the Zemo Partnership.
-
MT ArticlePetit Forestier UK announces its new MD
Refrigerated vehicle hire giant Petit Forestier has hired Barrie Javens as its MD in the UK.
-
MT ArticleNominate your peers for the MT Decarbonisation Power Players 2024
Nominate your colleagues and peers for their excellent decarbonisation work.
-
MT ArticleSpades in the ground at major logistics space near Heathrow
Construction work has begun at Panattoni Poyle 80, an 80,000sq ft development near Heathrow after the real estate developer purchased the site last year.
-
MT ArticleWickes takes delivery of Scania P320s for its home delivery expansion
DIY giant Wickes has added its first batch of Scania P320 trucks as it expands its home delivery service for online customers and trade professionals.