Articles by Date : 26 February 2008 - 29 February 2008
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- One month into the London LEZ
A month after the London LEZ was introduced, some operators still cannot comply - but they may be eligible for a refund. more
(29 February 2008 00:00) - Interview: Dave Cussans, Operations Director, MAN
With the great ERF distraction now a fading memory, MAN reckons it has emerged a stronger player in the UK market. Andy Salter caught up with Dave.... more
(29 February 2008 00:00) - RHA urges TfL not to charge 'innocent' operators
The Road Haulage Association is warning those operators that have been in the London low-emission zone (LEZ) since it was launched that their grace.... more
(29 February 2008 00:00) - SfL tells sector to bid for £280m funding
Skills for Logistics (SfL) is calling on the industry to bid for £280m from the government if it is to match the uptake of funding for NVQs and.... more
(29 February 2008 00:00) - ‘Unacceptable’ results in pickup crash tests
The first Euro NCAP crash tests on pickups have produced some shock results. more
(29 February 2008 00:00) - City Link starts work on new distribution centre
Nationwide parcels operator City Link has started work on a new 37,500ft2 parcel distribution centre in Norwich. more
(29 February 2008 00:00) - Application adjourned to allow salvage to continue
A licence application inquiry involving a father and son has been adjourned because one of the applicants is involved in the salvage operation of a.... more
(29 February 2008 00:00) - Revocation for undisclosed tacho convictions
An operator with undisclosed convictions for tachograph offences has had his licence revoked after his defence that he believed police would inform.... more
(29 February 2008 00:00) - Truck finance
Trucks and vans are expensive, whether new or used, but there are various ways of financing a vehicle. more
(29 February 2008 00:00) - Licence revoked for director with no control
A Scottish company where all the drivers were found to have committed hours offences has had its licence revoked and its director, Lorna Eddie, has.... more
(29 February 2008 00:00) - Licence revoked, four weeks to seek advice
The licence of a Lancashire operator, said by North Western Traffic Commissioner Beverley Bell to have an "appalling history," has been revoked and a.... more
(29 February 2008 00:00) - Vacancy at Commercial Motor
Have you ever dreamed of writing about road transport rather than working in it? more
(28 February 2008 00:00) - City Link and DSA moving to Norwich
Parcels operator City Link and the Driving Standards Agency will be moving to Broadland Business Park in Norwich this summer. more
(28 February 2008 00:00) - Ceva to manage MAN logistics centre
Supply-chain provider Ceva Logistics has signed an agreement to manage the Swindon European Logistics Centre on behalf of MAN. more
(28 February 2008 00:00) - FMW Risk Services acquired by Oval
UK transport insurance broker FMW Risk Services has been acquired by Oval Limited. more
(28 February 2008 00:00) - Third joint marketing agreement
Interbulk and Norbert Dentressangle have signed their third joint marketing agreement. more
(28 February 2008 00:00) - Agency workers bill would mean more red tape
MPs have voted in favour of a bill calling for equal rights for agency workers - but there are fears that it will result in unnecessary red tape and.... more
(28 February 2008 00:00) - Thief-detecting technology gets Volvo backing
Volvo has invested in a high-tech truck-theft detection system awaiting a patent in Sweden. more
(28 February 2008 00:00) - Van speed limiters 'not publicised enough'
Van website Vansunited.co.uk has hit out at the introduction of speed limiters on vans above 3.5 tonnes, claiming that it has not been publicised.... more
(28 February 2008 00:00) - Sneak preview of new Renault Magnum
The updated Renault Magnum is due to be unveiled at the CV show in April, but Brian Weatherley gets a first look - and likes what he sees. more
(28 February 2008 00:00) - P&H retrofits Siemens VDO digital tachos
P&H Snacksdirect has had the bulk of its 180-strong 7.5-tonne truck fleet retrofitted with Siemens VDO digital tachographs. more
(28 February 2008 00:00) - Interview: Jimmy Quinn, President at the IRHA
Jimmy Quinn, serving a second term as president of the Irish Road Haulage Association, finds the old problems haven't gone away - and there is no.... more
(28 February 2008 00:00) - Deputy TC supports council objections to site
[HEAD] Deputy TC supports council objections to artics Fears over road safety have enabled Surrey County Council (SCC) to successfully object... more
(28 February 2008 00:00) - TDG's £222m takeover bid from hedge fund Laxey
Logistics group TDG has received a bid approach from a hedge fund management firm, valuing it at 275 pence per share. more
(27 February 2008 11:00) - Rounding up on digital tachos
The EU has finally addressed the issue of rounding up on digital tachographs, in order to provide equal treatment for drivers involved in.... more
(27 February 2008 00:00) - Tesco in warehouse controversy
Plans to build a giant warehouse for Tesco to consolidate and distribute goods via thousands of LGV movements have come under fire from residents and.... more
(27 February 2008 00:00) - Industry largely unsatisfied by IT systems
IT providers consistently over-promise and under-deliver products to the road transport industry according to delegates at last week's MT roundtable,.... more
(27 February 2008 00:00) - One in six drivers subjected to attack says survey
Around one in six truck drivers across Europe has been subjected to an attack, according to a shocking new survey. more
(27 February 2008 00:00) - Page Group in administration
Page Group in administration Sussex haulier Page Group has gone into administration with the loss of 77 jobs. more
(27 February 2008 00:00) - JJ Bartlett adds '08'-plate truck
JJ Bartlett will add an '08'-plate Scania R480 to its 32-strong mixed truck fleet on Saturday. more
(27 February 2008 00:00) - CBI in fuel duty budget plea
The organisation representing UK industry claims the greater cost of fuel in Britain compared with the rest of Europe has become a "major issue". more
(27 February 2008 00:00) - Page Group goes into administration
Arundel, Sussex-based haulier Page Group went into administration last week after making all 60 staff redundant. more
(27 February 2008 00:00) - TNT gains environmental standard
TNT has gained the ISO14001 environmental standard. more
(27 February 2008 00:00) - C Butt on right track
Northampton-based C Butt says it is on the right track to reach its own "platinum" performance standard after experiencing a healthy rise in turnover.... more
(27 February 2008 00:00) - Telematics offers flood protection
West Lindsey District Council, Lincs, used its vehicle telematics system to help protect residents from floods last month. more
(27 February 2008 00:00) - Sky's vinyl-wrapped vans go under the hammer
Broadcaster's vinyl-wrapped vans go under the hammer, with paintwork protection paying off. more
(27 February 2008 00:00) - Diesel prices and fuel tax
Diesel, an oil derivative, is the principal fuel for commercial vehicles. Its current UK price is approximately £1.10/lit, of which diesel duty makes.... more
(27 February 2008 00:00) - Ford to supply Centrica with 723 Transits
Centrica has taken delivery of the first of 723 Ford Transits, which are being delivered at the rate of 30 per week. more
(27 February 2008 00:00) - Manx buys eight Transits
Isle of Man-based Manx Independent Carriers has added eight new Ford Transits to its 50-strong mixed van and truck fleet. more
(27 February 2008 00:00) - Police seek driver who may have witnessed assault
Police are appealing for a truck driver who was parked up in a layby on the A45 in the early hours of Saturday 16 February to contact them. more
(26 February 2008 00:00) - FTA reiterates need for deferral of fuel duty rise
In a submission to the Chancellor ahead of the Budget on 12 March, the Freight Transport Association has once again called on the government to.... more
(26 February 2008 00:00) - Government investigates biofuel sustainability
The government has launched a study into the wider implications of biofuels. more
(26 February 2008 00:00) - Scania OnBoard gets a facelift
Manufacturer has overhauled its fleet management software to make it more user-friendly.
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(26 February 2008 00:00) - Haulier fails in bid to have licence returned
A haulier who failed to provide a breath specimen and obstructed a constable has had an appeal against the revocation of his licence dismissed after.... more
(26 February 2008 00:00) - Northgate to encourage CV rental
Rental company Northgate aims to boost uptake with sale and rentback programme. more
(26 February 2008 00:00) - Appeal dismissed: finance firm missed deadline
An appeal for the return of a vehicle Vosa impounded because it didn't display an O-licence disc has been dismissed after the transport tribunal.... more
(26 February 2008 00:00) - Metals catch the eye of truck thieves
Criminals are increasingly targeting LGVs for high value metal loads, particularly in the West Midlands, according to Truckpol. more
(26 February 2008 00:00) - Mechanics cleared of manslaughter
Two mechanics have been cleared of the manslaughter of a cyclist on the Isle of Man after a wheel came off a truck they had repaired. more
(26 February 2008 00:00) - Van Hee's profits jump as it dumps haulage
A transport company that pulled out of the haulage market completely at the end of last year to concentrate on providing training says it is already.... more
(26 February 2008 00:00) - TruckNet UK: Discussions on the old-timers' forum
TruckNet UK's Rikki Chequer rounds up the recent discussions on the driver website's forums. more
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