Laura Cork

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Regulator disqualifies Abbeylands’ haulage director

The director of a Welsh haulage firm has been disqualified for one year after the traffic commissioner for Wales found she had manipulated the system to allow her business to continue without adhering...

Transport CPC
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De Rijke renews with Michelin for European tyre management

European transport business De Rijke has signed a deal with Michelin Solutions to manage the tyres for its fleet of 160 tractor units and 660 trailers based in The Netherlands, Belgium and UK.

Tyres & Retreads
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Arval and FTA to recognise van training candidates

Leasing business Arval has announced that the first successful candidates to complete its new van training course will be presented with their certificates at this month’s Commercial Vehicle Show...

Finance & Leasing
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Fraikin has right ingredients for Deliserve

Fresh and frozen food wholesaler Deliserve has taken delivery of two DAF and three Mercedes-Benz vehicles, as part of a new contract hire agreement with Fraikin.

Finance & Leasing
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Record sales for Mercedes-Benz Vans UK

Mercedes-Benz Vans UK is reporting a record start to 2017, with van registrations for the first quarter up by 18% on the same period last year.

Light Commercial Vehicles
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Eaton and Cummins join forces for new transmissions business

Eaton and Cummins have announced plans for a joint venture to produce automated transmissions for heavy-duty and medium-duty commercial vehicles.

Engine/Transmission Management
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Cancer charity boost from M25 repairs

Drivers are not the only beneficiaries of road repairs to the M25 – road maintenance business Connect Plus Services (CPS) has engaged Techjoint to replace manholes on the M25, with revenue from...

Road Safety
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Freightliner turns training into reality with bespoke used truck

Container transport business Freightliner’s trainee drivers are having hands-on experience as part of their training, with a customised used vehicle from ATE Truck & Trailer Sales.

Driver / People Management
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Trials begin for the 2017 Optifuel Challenge

More than 2,500 drivers from 31 countries are about to test their skills in the Optifuel Challenge, a driving competition organised by Renault Trucks to promote fuel-efficient driving.

Driver / People Management
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Manfreight has the lot with Volvo limited edition truck

Chris Slowey of Manfreight is the proud owner of a limited edition Volvo FH16-750, after bidding for the vehicle at a gala dinner, held last week in Birmingham as part of Volvo UK’s 50th anniversary...

Tractor Units
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DAF looks to the future at CV Show

DAF has confirmed that it will be showcasing its Future Truck Chassis Concept (FTCC) at this month’s Commercial Vehicle Show (25-27 April; NEC, Birmingham).

Bodies & Bodywork
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D&E Coaches expands fleet with StreetLites

D&E Coaches has expanded its fleet with two Wrightbus StreetLite vehicles to meet growing business demand after it was award 12 new contracts.

Bus & Coach