Articles by Date : 30 November 2006
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- Potter Group prospects bright
The Potter Group's latest results reveal a reduced profit, but new business interests are part of a five-year growth plan, says managing director.... more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Lafarge seizes subbie's artic after he ends deal
A Manchester-based subcontractor accuses building materials company Lafarge of behaving in "a childish and spiteful manner" by repossessing his artic.... more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Bridge had no ban
Most EXPOSED bridges in the UK would have been closed to high-sided vehicles if winds were as strong as they had been when a truck was blown off the.... more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - DHL depot drivers not told about timesheet changes
"Errors" concerning drivers' hours under the Working Time Directive have been uncovered by the T&G. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Universal standards
This country is heading for gridlock. It may not be this year, it may not be next year. But in the coming decade parts of this country will grind to.... more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - EU report calls for LGV drivers to be booze free
Truck drivers in the European Union (EU) should not let a drop of alcohol pass their lips when they are working, a European Parliament report has.... more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Eurotunnel creditors support its rescue plan
Beleaguered Channel Tunnel operator Eurotunnel has won two key votes this week, allowing it to restructure its £6.2bn debts. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Ladyman ponders future of Forum
Transport Minister Dr Stephen Ladyman has admitted that the Road Haulage Forum is due for a shake-up. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - North-South divide in East
The famous North-South divide doesn't just affect England as a whole - it is alive and well in East Anglia too. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Doublelock's innovation award
Keighley, West Yorks-based trailer equipment manufacturer Bradley Doublelock has won the Queen's Award for Enterprise (Innovation). more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Euro court rules out cheap diesel
European judges have dashed the hopes of hauliers who thought cheaper fuel was on its way. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Rhys Davies & Sons denies race claim
A Cardiff haulage firm is fighting a compensation claim for racial discrimination by a man who alleges he was refused a job as a truck driver because.... more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Ryder to update fleet
Truck rental and leasing giant Ryder plans to spend £15.7m on 671 new vehicles for delivery during 2007. They will range from 3.5-tonne vans to.... more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Ian Craig Haulage moves into former waste plant
Falkirk-based Ian Craig (Haulage) is moving to a former waste disposal plant after fears of contamination proved groundless. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Fuel escalator helps Wyvern boost turnover by 10%
There is optimism at one Dorset firm that believes it has "reversed the trend" in the face of rising fuel costs. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Caledonian Logistics is investing in growth plans
Dyce, Aberdeenshire-based Caledonian Logistics is investing £800,000 in new vehicles and trailers as part of growth plans which could include moving.... more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - EU plans operator register to crackdown on cowboys
Hauliers calling for greater co-operation between national regulators may receive some good news from Brussels. Keith Nuthall reports. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Scania board rejects latest bid from MAN
In the latest twist in the takeover saga, Scania has told shareholders to reject MAN's renewed takeover offer while MAN has given assurances to.... more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Circle celebrates aniversary with large purchase
Heathrow Air-Freight specialist Circle Express is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a major purchase from Mercedes-Benz. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Aspray is confident about five-year plan
Willenhall, West Midlands-based Aspray Transport plans to double its turnover as part of an ambitious five-year business plan, even though general.... more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Pall-Ex celebrates its 10th birthday
Pallet network Pall-Ex celebrated its 10th birthday last Saturday with a dinner held for depot staff, member companies and customers at the Celtic.... more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Salvesen must improve performance, say analysts.
Christian Salvesen will have to act quickly to improve its performance if it wants to dampen takeover speculation, say analysts. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Concerns grow over VOSA privatisation
With outsourcing options under investigation and job losses on the cards, employees at Vosa are demotivated - and the unions are expressing their.... more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Drugs raid leads to 22-year sentence for Surrey haulier
A jailed haulier's family are fighting to clear his name in what they say is a 'horrendous miscarriage of justice'. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Vosa union passes no confidence vote
The poor relations between Vosa management and its staff were highlighted by a vote of no-confidence passed by trade union members. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Thieves target tippers in Bolton and Brackley
Thieves who stole a tipper from a Derbyshire haulier last week have cost a driver his job. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - An interview with Transport Minister Dr. Ladyman
The general issue about aviation is that it's a concern from the point of view of climate change. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Mixed picture for Wincanton
Wincanton has boosted its turnover and profits, and has grounds for optimism. But it faces some challenges over the next few months. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - GPS pallet boss makes pitch to potential partners
Another pallet network is going into action next year - and founder Mike Chamberlain has been outlining its business plan. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Trailer rates must rise, says Transrent boss
Some trailer rental firms are "failing to bite the bullet" and charge sensible rates, Transrent chief Tom Hart says. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Mystery funder at Transrent
Grim year for trailer rental firms leads to dramatic "something's better-than-nothing" offer more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Police/Govt. fail industry over unsafe truck parks
Motor Transport's front page story this week shows the appalling case where the police asked trucks to move on for nearly 30 miles to avoid a.... more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - More to success than just parts
Former Lex company Multipart is transforming itself into a supply chain company with a move to a massive new RDC, reports Andrew Brown more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Meachers Group's Derby depot wins supply contract
Meachers Group's Derby depot has won a supply chain contract with local firm Renderplas, which makes PVCu beads for use in the building industry. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Are you sitting comfortably?
In the third part of our H&S series Carole Firman looks at computer screens, workstations and employee welfare more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - ATS goes for Global deal
Drinks company Global Brands has replaced an agreement with a local independent tyre dealer with a joint ATS Euro-master and Michelin policy. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Hino to have 6x2 tractors available in early 2007
Hino will have 6x2 tractor units available for registration in the first quarter of 2007 more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Very Few haulage companies to hit 2007 targets
Very few haulage companies will hit their 2007 profit and sales targets, says a survey by Plimsoll Consulting. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Reid's Transport applies for new O-licence
Reid's Transport Minishant has applied for a new O-licence to operate 30 trucks and 30 trailers.
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(30 November 2006 00:00) - Oban Express is to expand its fleet
Oban Express has added three new Mercedes-Benz Sprinters to its 37-strong fleet. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Fleet Driver of the Year: Billy
Simon Jack meets Alan Billingham, winner of MT's Fleet Driver of the Year Award to find out what sets him apart from the rest. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Best practice shared between UK and Eire
The UK and Irish governments have agreed to share best practice on enforcement of road haulage laws. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Andy and Tracey Mead: a marriage made in haulage
Andy Mead started five years ago with one van now he and his wife Tracey have 35 staff and are waiting for four new SDC sloping-roof, double-deck.... more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Grant for SfL project
Skills for Logistics has been awarded £1.65m for training under its new "Women & Work" project. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - DHL Exel: What is the policy on PoA?
Drivers on Halfords contract had no knowledge of timesheet change more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Cake, risk and courage at Pall-Ex's 10th party
A chocolate cake fit for a pallet network was baked for Pall-Ex's tenth anniversary party in Wales last Saturday night. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - FTA backs 60-tonners
The FTA has given its public backing for longer heavier vehicles for the first time. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Drivers moved on 30 miles by police
RHA and unions put new pressure on government over security. more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Potter Group prospects begin to brighten up
The Potter Group's latest results reveal a reduced profit, but new business interests are part of a five-year growth plan, says managing director.... more
(30 November 2006 00:00) - Polish co-op helps out
A Polish lorry drivers' co-operative has solved a driver recruitment problem in the South-east of England suffered by Suttons Transport Group. more
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