Ford has won Van Manufacturer of the Year and picked up a clutch of trophies for its new Transit range and Ranger pick-up at the Van Fleet World awards.
Light Commercial Vehicles
Fresh produce wholesaler and distributor Peter Broughton has doubled its fleet, with a new crop of nine Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Light Commercial Vehicles
Isuzu Truck (UK) is launching an advanced apprenticeship programme to help its dealers meet the demand for skilled technicians.
Apprenticeships
The latest edition of the European Road Transport Guide is now available from the Freight Transport Association.
Road Legal
Lime Logistics has taken delivery of a Euro 6 Mercedes-Benz Arocs fitted with a Charlton SuperLite body, designed to give maximum payload on Euro 6 chassis.
Tippers
Road safety charity Brake is staging a seminar next month to give transport managers practical advice and guidance on fleet maintenance and vehicle checks.
Road Safety
Civil engineering firm Blu-3 (UK) is rolling out a tracking and diagnostics solution for its 125-strong fleet, in a bid to boost its Freight Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) status from bronze to silver.
Telematics
Renault Trucks will be showcasing vehicles from its tipper and bulk transport range at the forthcoming Tip-Ex event (Harrogate, 29 to 31 May).
Tippers
Isuzu Truck has launched a new aftermarket initiative, the Isuzu Genuine Parts Club, which promises members a range of added-value offers and discounts on parts and accessories from the manufacturer and its dealers.
Electrical Components/Systems
Following its launch at the Commercial Vehicle Show, Whale Tankers has taken the CityWhale range on the road, demonstrating the vehicle to prospective Scottish buyers at the recent APSE (Association for Public Service Excellence) event in Aviemore.
Tankers
Owner-driver Kevin Brown has taken delivery of an S.KO Cool FP45 reefer, the third new trailer he has acquired from Schmitz Cargobull.
Temperature Controlled Vehicles
Tipper bodybuilder Thompsons is to invest in additional production facilities to enable it to boost capacity by 25%.
Tippers