Transport professionals from some of the most forward-looking names in the business are set to speak at this year's IRTE Conference on 17 September, at Hilton at St George's Park, Burton upon Trent.
Fleet Management Systems
Farm feeds supplier ABN has taken delivery of 19 Mercedes-Benz Actros 2445 tractor units and a pair of 8x4 Arocs 3236 rigids, and is already reporting above-average fuel returns, compared with the rest of its 120-strong fleet.
Rigids
Federal-Mogul Powertrain has developed a range of spark plugs for heavy-duty vehicles that run on compressed natural gas (CNG).
Electronic Components/Systems
Palletised goods transporter Walkers Transport has gone live with r2c Online to improve the management of its fleet of 200 commercial vehicles.
Workshop Management Systems
Launched last year to help develop low-carbon technology for the automotive sector, The Proving Factory will be showcasing its expertise at the forthcoming Cenex Low Carbon Vehicle 2014 event (10—11 September).
Alternative Fuels
Grundon is the largest family owned waste management company in the U.K. with interests in waste collection, treatment and disposal, quarrying and leisure, Grundon has a reputation for innovation which combines technological progress with care for the environment and a commitment to customer service of the highest order.
People
Irizar UK is one of the leading coach dealerships in the UK supplying new and used coaches to operators nationwide.
People
Grundon is the largest family owned waste management company in the U.K. with interests in waste collection, treatment and disposal, quarrying and leisure, Grundon has a reputation for innovation which combines technological progress with care for the environment and a commitment to customer service of the highest order.
People
Commercial vehicle manufacturers, including Volvo Trucks, Ford, Scania and Mercedes, are backing a social media campaign by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) to encourage young people to consider an apprenticeship in the motor industry.
Apprenticeships
Volvo Trucks is launching a gas-powered version of its Volvo FE truck.
Alternative Fuels
GT Radial will be unveiling several new tyres at IAA Hannover from 25 September to 2 October, with 11 tyres making their show debut.
Tyres & Retreads
Bristol-based logistics firm Saville's Freights has taken delivery of six new Euro 6 Renault Range T460 6x2 mid-lift tractor units.
Tractor Units