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09/11/2018
The Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) is introducing new mandatory training requirements, aimed at managers and drivers, across all three levels of accreditation (bronze, silver and gold).
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09/11/2018
Luton-based start-up company Blue Bus Innovations is taking delivery of three IVECO Daily Line Hi-Matic vehicles powered by compressed natural gas (CNG), making the operator the first in the UK to run CNG minibuses.
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08/11/2018
Pharmaceutical logistics firm LF&E Refrigerated Transport has expanded its fleet with two refrigerated Mercedes-Benz Sprinters, supplied by fleet management provider VMS and with bespoke conversion by CoolKit.
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08/11/2018
Hertfordshire-based GB Fleet Maintenance has become a fully accredited Irizar parts and service dealer, adding the manufacturer’s genuine parts to its offering.
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08/11/2018
Coach operator City Circle (UK) placed its latest order with Scania at the recent Euro Bus Expo, for 17 new Irizar i6S coaches for delivery in 2019.
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07/11/2018
Municipal vehicle hire company CTS Hire has achieved the IRTE’s Workshop Accreditation award for excellence at its Brackley depot in the Midlands.
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07/11/2018
The Senior Traffic Commissioner has updated its guidance documents, following a consultation with industry and stakeholders.
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07/11/2018
The government has updated its guidance for hauliers with the criteria used to allocate ECMT international road haulage permits, allowing transport of goods between the scheme’s 43 member countries.
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06/11/2018
Welton Aggregates has added two new Range C430 8x4 tippers to its line-up – the latest of six new Renault vehicles to join the fleet in the past year.
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06/11/2018
Kent-based BJ Myers Transport has taken delivery of three DAF XF 530 FTG twin-steer 6x2 tractors, citing build quality and fuel economy as the reasons for choosing the marque.
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06/11/2018
Tool and plant hire business Speedy Hire has placed its first new-build order with Cartwright, choosing the trailer manufacturer to deliver four bespoke tri-axle stepframe curtainsiders.
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05/11/2018
European transport operators believe that technology and innovation will secure the industry’s future, and 71% expect to see autonomous trucks on the roads within the next decade.
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05/11/2018
Chester-based AH Plant Hire has taken delivery of a new custom-built plant body from Andover Trailers. The latest addition is mounted to a 32-tonne Scania G450 and joins two other trucks with Andover bodies, one of which has been in ...
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05/11/2018
Plant and accommodation unit provider Nixon Hire has added three Stralis X-Way tankers to its fleet, citing payload and strong dealer support as reasons for its decision.
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02/11/2018
Food waste collection business Keenan Recycling has taken delivery of a new Volvo FH tractor – its first new Volvo vehicle, which joins two used models in the operator’s 32-strong fleet.
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02/11/2018
Specialist Fleet Services (SFS) is seeking three more apprentices to boost technician numbers at its workshops in Kettering, Brackley and Hinckley.
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02/11/2018
Waste removal and aggregates firm L&S Waste Management has taken delivery of six new Scania P 410 8x4 tippers as part of its fleet replacement programme, citing “exceptional” service from the dealer.
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01/11/2018
Volumetric concrete and plant hire business Burman Plant says compliance with new regulations has been seamless, thanks to its implementation of software from TruTac.
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01/11/2018
Optare has unveiled its latest Metrodecker and Metrocity all-electric buses at this week’s Euro Bus Expo (NEC, Birmingham; 30 October to 1 November), with both vehicles able to deliver more than 150 miles on a single charge and with fully ...
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01/11/2018
Wrights Group has unveiled the latest vehicle delivered to Northern Ireland operator Translink at this week’s Euro Bus Expo (NEC, Birmingham; 30 October to 1 November).
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31/10/2018
The Office of the Traffic Commissioner is reminding operators that they may need ECMT permits for road haulage operations to the EU after March 2019.
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31/10/2018
Bus manufacturer Mellor has unveiled two new vehicles at this week’s Euro Bus Expo (NEC, Birmingham; 30 October to 1 November).
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31/10/2018
The City of Westminster and operator Veolia have ordered a retrofit of 92 refuse collection vehicles (RCVs) to Euro VI standards, so they can operate in London’s ultra low emission zone (ULEZ) when it comes into effect in April.
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30/10/2018
Family-run haulier D&J Sibbald has taken delivery of a Scania S 650 Highline V8 tractor, choosing the 16-litre V8 engine for the first time to mark its 85th year in business.
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30/10/2018
Leasing and fleet management business Arval is backing a mental health initiative launched by the FTA’s Van Excellence scheme in conjunction with CALM, Campaign Against Living Miserably.
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