Safety equipment supplier Bunzl Greenham is reporting improved levels of service and efficiency after implementing Telogis Route for fleet tracking and optimisation.
Fleet Management Systems
Construction operator Keltbray Group has fitted a new safety device, the DawesGuard, to one of its tipper trucks to test it around London.
Road Safety
Scania Sheffield has taken delivery of two sets of eBright mobile column lifts, from Stertil Koni, for its workshop and bodyshop operations.
Lifting Equipment
Coach operator Johnson Bros Tours is reporting a “fast return on investment” after deploying the RouteMaster telematics system across its 150-strong fleet to track vehicles and minimise idling.
Telematics
The Road Haulage Association has issued a strong criticism of the European Commission’s decision to challenge the legality of the HGV road user levy, and is urging the UK government to prepare a “vigorous defence”.
Standards & Practices
Contractor S Walsh & Sons has taken delivery of its first Mercedes-Benz vehicle, a high-visibility Econic – also the first Econic to be specified for muckaway duties.
Road SafetyClarkes of London has taken delivery of 12 Euro 6 Irizar i6 integral coaches, completing its 2016 fleet renewal programme ahead of time to meet the requirements of the forthcoming ULEZ (ultra low emission zone) standards.
Bus & Coach
A new version of the HGV Fair Wear and Tear guide was launched this week at the Commercial Vehicle Show, in Birmingham.
Finance & Leasing
Mercedes-Benz has announced that it will be showcasing new and historic vehicles at next week’s Truckfest event (Peterborough; 1-2 May).
Heavy Goods Vehicles
GH By-Products (Derby) has taken delivery of its first front end loader vehicle, a Volvo FM 8x2 Tridem, selected for its manoeuvrability and flexibility in terms of load.
Heavy Goods Vehicles
TDUK, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Freight Transport Association (FTA), has today announced that it has acquired Warrington-based tachograph compliance specialist Tachodisc.
Tachometers
Evans Transport is reporting positive gains from early trials of Continental’s ContiPressureCheck system, which it is rolling out across its mixed fleet of 150 trucks and 220 trailers.
Tyres & Retreads