Latest news – Page 186
-
-
MT ArticleClimate Change Committee urges government not take its “eyes off the ball” when it comes to decarbonising road freight
Hydrogen powered Road Sweeper-
-
MT Article
Williams Haulage fined £100,000 after HGV driver dies on site
North Wales logistics firm Williams Haulage Limited has been fined £100,000 after a Hungarian lorry driver fell from a loading bay and fractured his skull, resulting in his death. Williams Haulage, which is based in Cynwyd in Corwen, was fined £100,000 and ordered to pay £8,400 costs after admitting to failing ...
-
MT Article
Bedeo launches diesel to electric van conversion kit
A retrofit solution that converts a diesel van to electric at the touch of a button has been launched by EV supplier Bedeo.It said the RE-100 range extender enabled companies with large fleets of vans, often with major conversions such as refrigeration units and bespoke fit outs, to retain them ...
-
MT ArticleStrikes by GXO workers at Greene King could see pub taps run dry this Christmas, Unite warns
Pubs across the North West could see supplies of Greene King beer run dry as GXO lorry drivers and warehouse staff contracted to the brewery prepare to take rolling strike action in protest at a below inflation pay offer which they say imposes a real terms pay cut.
-
MT ArticleBudget-friendly catayst for hydrogen fuel cells unveiled in Korean
Researchers at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) have unveiled a cost-effective alternative to platinum catalysts in hydrogen fuel cells. Their breakthrough, reported to be 1,000 times cheaper, involves enhancing the performance of iron- and nitrogen-doped carbon electrodes with phosphine gas treatment.
-
MT ArticleScania and sennder joint venture aims to accelerate electric truck adoption
Scania and sennder have joined forces to establish JUNA, a pioneering joint venture that aims to drive the widespread adoption of electric trucks in European road logistics. This innovative partnership introduces a pay-per-use model, eliminating upfront costs and providing guaranteed loads for transport companies.
-
MT ArticleOilinvest and Quantron join forces to develop European network for hydrogen refuelling
Oilinvest and Quantron AG have united forces to establish HEMTRON, a joint venture aimed at accelerating the adoption of hydrogen-based infrastructure.
-
MT ArticleKemppower secures certification for US production
Kemppower’s attainment of certification for its US production site marks a significant stride for the Finnish company, setting the stage for the mass production of charging stations while at the same time it has instigated a new research centre in Finland.
-
MT ArticleDenmark sets out ambitious plan for electric truck charging
Denmark is set to establish 25 new charging parks dedicated to electric trucks, strategically located to promote efficient charging access and support the electrification of heavy-duty transport. The first stations are expected to be operational by 2025, with a total charging capacity of 133MW distributed across 175 points.
-
MT ArticleThermo King introduces AxlePower to deliver sustainable trailer refrigeration
Thermo King’s innovative AxlePower system has completed extensive trials, showcasing significant developments in electric, low-emission, and autonomous refrigeration for trailers.
-
MT ArticleDAF XB makes show debut at Solutrans
DAF Trucks is set to introduce its latest range of zero-emission electric vehicles at the Solutrans exhibition, showcasing the New Generation DAF XB series alongside the rest of the battery electric line-up.
-
MT ArticleDPD launches green depot in London Docklands
The new facility, equipped with electric and HVO-fueled vehicles, marks a significant leap in DPD’s commitment to greener, more efficient parcel delivery services in the heart of London.
-
MT ArticleVolvo Group swoops for Proterra’s battery business
Volvo Group has announced it has been selected as the winning bidder in an auction for the business and assets of the Proterra Powered business unit at a purchase price of $210 million
-
MT ArticleEU leaders agree to significant emission reductions in heavy-duty transport
European Council endorses ambitious targets to significantly reduce emissions in the heavy-duty transport sector, promoting the adoption of zero-emission vehicles such as hydrogen and electric buses, while raising questions about the use of polluting grey hydrogen.
-
MT ArticleVoltloader orders Volvo FM electric tractors for sustainable bulk tipping service
Voltloader’s recent order of Volvo FM Electric tractors marks a significant step toward sustainable bulk tipping services in the transportation industry.
-
MT ArticleKingston Council teams up with Veolia to launch new electric fleet
Kingston Council is rolling out its new electric refuse collection vehicles (eRCVs) in partnership with Veolia as part of its strategy to provide a cleaner, greener, and quieter service for residents across the borough. The partnership sees 27 new battery-powered eRCVs replacing current diesel models, meeting the council’s target to ...
-
![Northgate Cannock workshop[58334]](https://d2cohhpa0jt4tw.cloudfront.net/Pictures/100x67/9/6/6/15966_Northgate-Cannock-workshop58334.jpg)
MT ArticleNorthgate helps The Nuture Group switch on to electric vehicles
Rental and mobility solutions provider Northgate is helping The Nurture Group switch its fleet to electric vehicles as part of its drive to reach net zero by 2030.
-
MT ArticleAFP leads the call for clarity on 4.25 tonne electric van rules
Operators are cancelling orders of 4.25 electric vans because of a lack of clarity on the rules for using these vehicles, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) revealed this week, as it called for operators to demand government action to end the confusion. The AFP is warning that a “small ...
-
MT ArticleThames Freeport reports local jobs boost since receiving tariff-free status
Thames Freeport said 1,000 jobs had been created in the region in the two years since it was afforded tariff-free status. The economic zone connects Ford’s Dagenham engine plant and the global ports at DP World’s London Gateway, Forth Ports’ Tilbury, as well as communities looking to level up. Private ...