Articles by Date : 01 February 2008 - 07 February 2008
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- Tories to resurrect Lorry Road User Charge
The Conservative Party will resurrect the Lorry Road User Charge, but has not provided any details of how it would work. more
(07 February 2008 00:00) - DHL takes delivery of hybrid truck
DHL has taken delivery of the first of two hybrid trucks to be trialled in the UK by its Express and Logistics divisions over the next three years. more
(07 February 2008 00:00) - Thieves threaten driver with gun
A driver was threatened with a handgun when he tried to stop robbers taking 300 televisions from his truck in a Derbyshire lay-by. more
(06 February 2008 00:00) - Council gives wings to Stobart air plans
Stobart's development plans for Carlisle airport have gained the support of Cumbria County Council. more
(06 February 2008 00:00) - Drivers win unfair dismissal claim
Three truck drivers have been awarded a total of nearly £68,000 for unfair dismissal after losing their jobs with Exel Europe. more
(06 February 2008 00:00) - Paccar's profits drop
American truck-making giant Paccar has revealed that turnover and profits fell in 2007, although the firm still made the second highest amount of.... more
(06 February 2008 00:00) - NETV steps into Seddon’s shoes
Truck dealer North East Truck & Van (NETV) is to launch a refuse vehicle, having seen a gap in the market left by the demise of Seddon Atkinson. more
(06 February 2008 00:00) - Driver health problems go undetected says expert
Many Eastern European drivers on UK roads have undetected health problems and some do not even meet the minimum legal vision standards. more
(06 February 2008 00:00) - Hants firm fined after safety breach
A Hampshire haulage company has been fined more than £36,000 after an employee was seriously injured when he was struck by a forklift truck. more
(06 February 2008 00:00) - Reed Boardall transport halves losses
Reed Boardall's transport division managed to more than halve its losses last year but its directors expect further difficulties as operating costs.... more
(06 February 2008 00:00) - 'We're ready for LEZ'
Smith Metal Centres has fitted a pair of its Iveco 18-tonners with Eminox Continuously Regenerating Trap (CRT) systems to comply with London's Low.... more
(06 February 2008 00:00) - FTA calls for action on fuel duty rate hike
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has launched a wide-ranging campaign in a bid to get the government to act over the ongoing issue of the UK's.... more
(06 February 2008 00:00) - Suspension after third inquiry in three years
A Teesside skip operator has escaped with a short O-licence suspension despite appearing at his third public inquiry in three years over maintenance.... more
(06 February 2008 00:00) - Reid Transport's unsecured creditors get nothing
Administrators poring over stricken haulage company Reid Transport's accounts have confirmed that unsecured creditors will not receive a penny. more
(06 February 2008 00:00) - LEZ begins
London once again became the focus of attention for cities across the world this week as its Low Emission Zone (LEZ) was launched, targeting.... more
(06 February 2008 00:00) - Profits down, turnover up at Palletline
Palletline's profits fell almost 20% last year after overall administration costs increased and technology investments were made to keep the network.... more
(06 February 2008 00:00) - Mercedes announces plans for driver CPC training
Mercedes-Benz has announced its plans to provide driver CPC training from next year. more
(06 February 2008 00:00) - NYK leaps to Euro 5s
NYK Logistics has skipped Euro 4, having taken delivery of 100 Euro 5 Volvo FM 440 Globetrotters. more
(06 February 2008 00:00) - No-show operator loses licence
An elusive operator with a string of licence offences to his name had his licence revoked when he failed to put in an appearance at an Edinburgh.... more
(05 February 2008 00:00) - Do immigrants have more rights than drivers?
X-ray marks the spot International hauliers fear that the ban on the use of scanners at the Port of Calais is putting their drivers at risk. more
(05 February 2008 00:00) - Haulier's trucks failed 60% of roadside checks
Following serious maintenance problems and convictions the licence held by London haulier Brian Morrissey has been cut from four vehicles and one.... more
(05 February 2008 00:00) - LEZ roundup - the facts
The London low-emission zone (LEZ) has now officially come into force, though TfL is allowing operators 28 days' breathing space. Dylan Gray gives an.... more
(05 February 2008 00:00) - Culina unveils new logo
Culina Logistics has unveiled its new corporate livery following its merger with Baylis Logistics. more
(05 February 2008 00:00) - Crane collapse causes port chaos
Operations at Southampton Container Terminal (SCT) have been severely disrupted over the past fortnight following the collapse of a quayside gantry.... more
(05 February 2008 00:00) - Isuzu launches new Forward trucks
Isuzu will expand its product line-up this year, with the launch of its new range of 11-, 12-, 15- and 18-tonners at this year's CV Show (15-17.... more
(05 February 2008 00:00) - Eagle signs BT deal
Eagle Couriers has signed a £1.5m deal with BT to provide services across Scotland until August 2010 - with the option of extending to 2012. more
(05 February 2008 00:00) - Lloyd Fraser Group signs four-year Cadbury deal
Lloyd Fraser Group has signed a four-year contract to collect and distribute milk for Cadbury Trebor Bassett. more
(05 February 2008 00:00) - Road Haulage Association (RHA)
The Road Haulage Association or RHA is a member-based organisation representing road transport operators in the UK. It has 9,500 members all of which.... more
(05 February 2008 00:00) - Clearstone closes its doors once again
Months after it was saved from administration by private equity firm RCapital, Clearstone has ceased trading. more
(05 February 2008 00:00) - Mercedes will provide driver CPC training
The manufacturer is to offer training for the driver CPC and warns that demand for courses will be high. more
(05 February 2008 00:00) - Win a Motor Transport Award for being green
Have you taken steps to make your operation more environmentally friendly? If so you could win a Motor Transport Award. This year there are two.... more
(04 February 2008 11:00) - DHL trials hybrid Mitsubishi trucks
DHL has taken delivery of the first of two hybrid trucks, which will be trialled in the UK by its Express and Logistics divisions over the next three.... more
(04 February 2008 00:00) - Interview: Tony Eales CEO at Trafficmaster
Combining navigation and fleet management services may be an ambitious move, but Trafficmaster chief executive Tony Eales tells Roanna Avison why he.... more
(01 February 2008 00:00) - NETV steps into Seddon’s shoes
Truck dealer North East Truck & Van (NETV) is to launch a new refuse vehicle, having spotted a gap in the market left by the demise of Seddon.... more
(01 February 2008 00:00) - Schmitz Cargobull appoints new MD
Schmitz Cargobull (UK) has appointed Tom Macallan as its new managing director. more
(01 February 2008 00:00) - DAF to boost production levels
Daf will boost production levels at its Leyland plant next month, but the additional 3,500 vehicles that will roll off the line this year are not.... more
(01 February 2008 00:00) - Residents' objections put Kent firm on tight leash
A Kent operator has been granted permission to base four trucks at a new operating centre in Swanley as long as it meets strict environmental.... more
(01 February 2008 00:00) - Missing man failed to attend his own appeal
An operator with no O-licence and a reputation for non-attendance at inquiries failed to appear before the Transport Tribunal when it was considering.... more
(01 February 2008 00:00) - Drivers escape as firm fails to report convictions
Failing to report four-year-old convictions to the Traffic Commissioner has led to four of the vehicles operated by a Cheshire haulage firm being.... more
(01 February 2008 00:00) - M&A's licence for fewer vehicles than it wanted
A company formed to salvage the business of a West Bromwich operator whose licence was revoked has been granted an O-licence, but for fewer vehicles.... more
(01 February 2008 00:00) - Evans Transport increases turnover
Devon-based, family-run haulier Evans Transport increased turnover by £825,000 for the year ending 31 March 2007. more
(01 February 2008 00:00) - Operator gets ten-year disqualification
An operator has received a ten-year disqualification for drivers' hours and tachograph offences, and the operation of more vehicles than it was.... more
(01 February 2008 00:00) - Dobbs snaps up trailers
Eastbourne-based Dobbs Logistics has snapped up four refrigerated bespoke trailers to deliver drugs for pharmaceutical manufacturer Teva UK. more
(01 February 2008 00:00) - FTA calls for better road links in Wales
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has called for improved transport links between north and south Wales. more
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