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OpinionTake extra care this Christmas as criminals take advantage of the festive season
Reports speculate that Black Friday spending will hit a record high this year, with 66% of UK shoppers planning to spend more than they did last year.
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ArticleNationwide Platforms sets high standards with sector’s first electric trucks
Nationwide Platforms has put two Volvo FM Electric 4x2s out to work, in what is thought to be a first for the UK’s powered access sector.
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ArticleELB Partners signs deal with EP Training Services to expand HGV driver pool
ELB Partners is training local talent to overcome its HGV skills shortage and attract a new generation of drivers.The firm has partnered with EP Training Services to tap into a latent talent pool and get enthusiastic would-be truckers behind the wheel.It has already helped former teacher Sam Cates to gain ...
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ArticleDHL wins supply chain contract with energy giants in Scotland and southern England
DHL Supply Chain has won a three-year contract with energy firms SSE and SGN to provide logistics support and help deliver essential services.The new contract will see DHL operations running five days a week for SSE and SGN, as well as providing a 24/7 business continuity team for warehouse and ...
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ArticleRenault Trucks reveals new all-electric heavy duty range
Renault Trucks' heavy duty, all-electric range has been unveiled ahead of their production at its factory in Bourg-en-Bresse at the end of next year.The E-Tech T and C are for regional distribution and construction and have a design that is specific to their electric motorisation.They come with the trademark graphic ...
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ArticleAutumn Statement: Cut fuel duty to ease cost of living and boost economy, RHA urges Chancellor
Ahead of next Thursday’s Autumn Statement, the RHA is calling on Chancellor Jeremy Hunt to introduce a fuel duty rebate for HGVs of at least 15p per litre to help bring down prices.The RHA is also urging the government to extend the Energy Bills Relief Scheme for a further six ...