In a bid to boost driver performance and safety management, Kerry Foods Direct to Store (KFDTS) is using GreenRoad on its nationwide fleet of 3.5 tonne temperature-controlled vans.
Road Safety
Krone Trailers has revealed that its multi-safe load securing system is receiving approval across the UK and European transport industry. Operators wishing to comply with the latest load restraint regulations have opted for Krone's system and are reporting impressive results, including much improved safety and loading flexibility.
Trailers
Churchesfire has revealed that a major factor in its decision to switch its van fleet to Mercedes-Benz was the round-the-clock servicing capability of the vehicle manufacturer's dealers .
Light Commercial Vehicles
MTS Cleansing Services is introducing a brand new fleet of sixteen DAF 8x4 rigids fitted with top specification Hyva hookloaders.
Tippers
Eaton will feature its latest clutch technology for heavy-duty applications at this year's IAA Commercial Vehicle show in Hannover, Germany from September 20-27.
Light Commercial VehiclesAccording to the incoming president of the Institute of Highway Engineers, UK motorways should be an HGV-free zone on Sundays.
Rigids
Two becomes one for Hambleys Volvo rigid truck
Rigids
Abnormal loads specialist WMB Heavy Haulage has taken delivery of its first new bespoke specification Andover Trailers step frame trailer, after years of dealing with the company for the supply of Goldhofer trailers from Germany.
Trailers
Following the success of its first 20 Isuzu 7.5-tonne rigids, delivered in 2009, food service company Fresh Direct has taken delivery of another batch.
As we go to press, with London on the countdown to the 2012 Olympics – and security surprises notwithstanding, still the greatest show on earth – the haulage sector is in the final throes of gearing itself up for what are bound to be challenging times.
Euro 6Masternaut has appointed Martin Hiscox as Group chairman and chief executive officer. Hiscox previously served on the Masternaut board for two years, working closely with the senior management team.
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