The 2018 Commercial Vehicle Show is now open for registration, with organisers promising “no better environment” for anyone involved in the road transport industry.
CV Show
Following the successful launch of its previously in-house training academy last year near Warrington, Cheshire, Eddie Stobart is opening a brand-new training facility in the Midlands.
Continuing Professional Development
Waste management organisation Veolia has taken delivery of three IVECO Daily Natural Power vans for use on a new graffiti-removal contract for London Borough of Camden.
Alternative Fuels
Global logistics business Suttons Group has received a 2017 roadworthiness award from the Freight Transport Association (FTA), which cited the Widnes-based group’s high standards of fleet safety, compliance and efficiency.
Standards & Practices
Drinks wholesaler HB Clark has taken delivery of six DAF New LF 16-tonne rigid curtainsiders, with two more arriving shortly. The order is the first stage of a fleet modernisation programme and, says the operator, DAF was chosen for its range of vehicles suited to stop-start dray work.
Rigids
NewCold has taken on 15 double-deck trailers from commercial vehicle contract hire and rental provider Ryder.
Trailers
Vehicle repair firm Stepney Brothers has taken delivery of a second two-post lift from Stertil Koni to support growing demand for its services.
Workshop
Aylesbury Vale District Council is investing in a fleet of Mercedes-Benz Econics for its waste collection and recycling operation.
Municipal Vehicles
Volumetric concrete mixers face capacity limitations, the loss of their operator licence exception and the need for annual tests later this year, as they are brought into the mainstream of commercial vehicle enforcement following a regulatory review of exempted vehicles.
Concrete Mixers
Pallet distributor and wood waste recycling firm Motward has taken delivery of a new Volvo FH16-750 tractor and has dedicated it to boss Jason Tolhurst.
Tractor Units
Nottingham City Council are looking to recruit a Deputy Workshop Operations Manager. The council maintains a wide range of HGVs, light vehicles and road-going plant.
This role is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking local authority who are looking to expand their commercial fleet business.
Nottingham City Council are looking to recruit an Assistant Workshop Manager. The council maintains a wide range of HGVs, light vehicles and road-going plant.
This role is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking local authority who are looking to expand their commercial fleet business.