Vision Techniques has launched a new emergency stop system aimed at helping to prevent or mitigate a Glasgow-type tragedy.
Braking Systems
Artisan desserts manufacturer CDT Sidoli’s latest fleet of 13.4 metre Chereau refrigerated trailers was specified with Seven Telematics’ Cool Track remote temperature system for all dual-compartment units.
Telematics
Stagecoach South West operates over 400 vehicles throughout Devon, Somerset and Cornwall on a mixture of urban and rural local bus services and the brand new inter-urban coach service; the Falcon.
People
Taunton Deane Borough Council has signed a new four-year deal with fleet management business BT Fleet, following a competitive tender.
Fleet Management Systems
Hornigold Haulage has extended its 30-strong fleet by one third, taking delivery of 10 new Volvo FH 6x2 tractors.
Tractor Units
Airport parking business Cophall Parking, near Gatwick, has full visibility of fuel stock and is making “significant savings” thanks to a new on-site fuelling system installed by Cameron Forecourt.
Fuel Systems
Banning haulage vehicles from London or charging for certain types, would make the capital a more costly place to do business – and even have a negative effect on safety, congestion and emissions – according to the FTA (Freight Transport Association).
Fleet Operating Costs
Tippers operator Moreton C Cullimore has taken delivery of its first Thompsons alloy body for an 8x4 – one of three new tippers to join the firm’s 50-strong fleet.
Tippers
Bodybuilder Cartwright expects to run with its largest ever stand at the upcoming CV Show (26—28 April 2016, NEC, Birmingham) and will also be taking a separate stand for its new Cartwright Conversions division.
Trailers
Gareth Llewellyn has been appointed the DVSA’s (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) chief executive, effective from 1 April 2016.
People
Restaurant, pub and bar chain Mitchells & Butlers has outsourced management of its 550-strong company car fleet to independent fleet management services provider Fleet Operations.
Fleet Management Systems