GMA expands flexible fleet with first DAF vehicles07 February 2017

Ipswich-based GMA Warehousing & Transport has expanded its 30-strong multi-marque fleet with its first DAF vehicles – two DAF XF 6x2 tractors.

Supplied by dealer Chassis Cab, the XF 510s have Super Space cabs and are powered by Paccar MX-13 510bhp Euro 6 engines, coupled to an AS-tronic automated gearbox.

The trucks also feature the Driver Performance Assistant (DPA) system, and come with a two-year warranty and a three-year driveline.

GMA operates from its main site in Ipswich and another in Felixstowe, with its fleet ranging from LCVs to 44-tonne artics. Transport manager Peter Bennett says the DAF trucks will help the business to remain flexible, particularly as the UK leaves the European Union.

He explains: “We are all looking at the future to see how we can grow the business both organically and through acquisition. Warehousing and transport usually grow in direct correlation to each other and we are keen to find out what Brexit will mean. It could mean a sharp change in the level of business in either direction and so we need to remain flexible.

He adds: “Our investment in the new DAF trucks shows that, as well as looking at the comfort of our drivers, we are, as always, keeping a close eye on operational costs and efficiency. They are award-winning, clean emission, fuel-efficient trucks with a reputation that is second to none – and we are delighted to have them on the fleet.”

Author
Laura Cork

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