Articles by Date : 14 April 2008 - 17 April 2008
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- Transport manager death 'not known'
A Derbyshire haulier who transported a trailer in a "disgraceful" condition, and who claimed he did not know his transport manager had died has had.... more
(17 April 2008 00:00) - DTC downgrades Rochdale operator's licence
A Lancashire operator, whose proposed transport manager had disappeared, has had to downgrade its licence from a standard national to a restricted.... more
(16 April 2008 00:00) - Ramage and Pawson go into administration
Overheads, competition and fuel prices blamed for pair's demise. more
(16 April 2008 00:00) - FTA calls for Freight Data Feasibility Study review
The FTA is meeting with the Department for Transport (DfT) on Monday to push for an independent review of the DfT's Freight Data Feasibility Study as.... more
(16 April 2008 00:00) - London Mayor frontrunners talk haulage
With two weeks to go until the London Mayoral Election, MT puts the three main candidates on the spot to help London-based operators decide who to.... more
(16 April 2008 00:00) - Volvo hybrid takes to the road
Hoping to achieve volume production by 2010, the Swedish firm field tests its dual-fuel rigid. more
(16 April 2008 00:00) - TfL: First two months of LEZ "very encouraging"
Figures reveal 5% of trucks to be non-compliant, with 543 fines issued. more
(16 April 2008 00:00) - Helping the environment can boost profit
The airfreight specialist finds a commitment to cutting its carbon footprint has helped profit.
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(16 April 2008 00:00) - TC reserves decision on international licence
The TC has expressed concern over the proposal that safety inspections be carried out in Holland. more
(16 April 2008 00:00) - Manslaughter charges after Wiltshire truck crash
Manslaughter charges were due to be heard in Salisbury Magistrates' Court this week against two men following a double fatal traffic collision.... more
(16 April 2008 00:00) - Europe’s top transport schemes £32bn over budget
Europe's 30 most important transport projects will cost more and take longer to complete than first expected, according to an independent study. more
(16 April 2008 00:00) - Fuel costs and competition blamed for collapse
Spiralling fuel prices and competition from major rivals have been blamed for the collapse of South Yorkshire haulier E Pawson & Son. more
(16 April 2008 00:00) - Interview: Iveco Dealer Association's Rob Spittle
Iveco Trucks' dealer network is undergoing a three-year restructure, one in which the Iveco Dealer Association will play a central role. We speak to.... more
(16 April 2008 00:00) - MAN Racer
For some extra-fast delivery work, MAN has got just the job - the TGS 18.480 race truck, belonging to Bird's Motorsport, which has a 'tweaked' D26.... more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Actros launched at the NEC
The new Mercedes-Benz Actros received its world launch at the CV Show this year, and visitors were being encouraged to view the interior where the.... more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Volvo unveils lightweight auto
Following the success of its I-Shift auto, Volvo has finally unveiled its lightweight equivalent, the I-Sync, which has been developed specifically.... more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Customers snap up Isuzus
There were seven Isuzu models on show - and all had customer names against them, including the latest 18-tonne F180.300, which is destined for the.... more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Harper Haulage to close
Dyserth, Prestatyn-based Harper Haulage is to shut up shop on Friday 18 April, with the loss of 20 jobs. more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Facelift for BMC line-up
The Turkish-built BMC 'Professional' range has gained a new face-lifted front end, and for the first time ever the UK distributor is showing an.... more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - New Kangoo is design departure for Renault
The new Kangoo from Renault, which is making its debut at the CV Show this year, marks a departure from its previous model, with the new design based.... more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Scania Euro-5 EGR makes debut
Scania's new Euro-5 EGR engine range made its official UK debut at the NEC, alongside the latest intermediate 'G-Series' cab. more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Daf showcases EEV for Olympics
Environmental concerns were at the forefront of Daf's presence at the CV Show thius year. more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - O-licence granted despite churchgoers' fears
A tipper company applying to use an operating centre adjacent to a 17th-century church has been granted permission, despite claims that site activity.... more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Best Practice Tachograph Guide to help hauliers
The Best Practice Guide towards Tachograph Systems Compliance is written by Gordon Humphries from Foster Tachographs, on behalf of the Institute of.... more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Citroën model range unveiled
Citroën unveiled the model line-up and pricing for its new light van ranges at the NEC. The new Berlingo will initially be available in 11 versions,.... more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Hino shows off new 18-tonner
Having surprised the market with its 700 series 7.5-tonner a year ago at the CV Show, there's now a new 18-tonner on the Hino stand, which was just.... more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Job losses at Ramage Distribution
Ramage Distribution has called in the administrators and made 350 staff redundant, blaming tough trading conditions and the difficulties of.... more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - OMNiBRIDGE rebrands as Mix Telematics
OMNiBRIDGE has been rebranded as Mix Telematics and has linked up with sat-nav company Garmin to provide an all-in-one fleet management and.... more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Maxon purchases RSG intellectual rights and brand
US tail-lift manufacturer Maxon has purchased the now defunct Ray Smith Group's intellectual property rights and the RSG brand name. more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Greenchem's strategic partnership with Chevron
Greenchem has announced a strategic partnership with oil company Chevron. more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Nissan to develop three LCVs for North America
Nissan is to take the plunge into the North American light CV market and plans to launch three vehicles in the next three years. more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Ramage Transport caught in crossfire
Newcastle-based Ramage Transport has been caught in the crossfire of Ramage Distribution’s collapse. more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Another nail in vignettes' coffin
The prospect of vignettes being introduced to make foreign hauliers pay something for using UK roads receded even further last week, as the.... more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Fruehauf launches rigids bodies
Fruehauf has formed a new company called Fruehauf Rigids and signalled its entry to the market with the launch of Formula Fruehauf - a rapid delivery.... more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Business Post turnover up 10%
Business Post said in an upbeat trading statement last week that turnover for the year ended 31 March 2008 was 10.1% up on the year before. more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Geodis heads for re-nationalistion
French railway company SNCF is orchestrating a bid to take complete control of logistics company Geodis, in which it already holds more than 42% of.... more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Shell Lubricants claims new oils improve fuel use
Shell Lubricants has launched two engine oils it claims can improve fuel consumption and reduce exhaust emissions. more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - ZeroEd unveils electric vehicle
A new electric vehicle from ZeroEd made its debut at the CV Show, boasting shortened charging times and an extended daily range. more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Magnum catches the eyes
Another global debutante, the new Renault Magnum cab drew plenty of attention from visitors on the opening morning of the CV Show. more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Zero-emission vehicles dominate show
Zero-emission vehicles were one of the main themes of this week's CV Show, with all the major players jostling for position. more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - New MAN lines at NEC
New cabs and engines comprised the centrepieces on the MAN Truck & Bus UK stand at the CV Show. more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - The theme is green
In an industry where most managers are still mourning the demise of the the three-gallon per pound, the advent of the £5 per gallon is concentrating.... more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - Lander completes Renault line-up
The arrival of the Lander eight-legger rounds off Renault's UK construction chassis line-up. more
(15 April 2008 00:00) - TC regretfully grants licence despite road concerns
A Traffic Commissioner says he has been unable to refuse an O-licence application from a firm operating LGVs and heavy machinery despite concerns.... more
(14 April 2008 00:00) - Oliver in the market for more
The national chairman of the Road Haulage Association says the only way his haulage company will survive is by continuing to grow through.... more
(14 April 2008 00:00) - Sex change trucker's partial tribunal win
An Employment Tribunal has given partial support to a sex-change truck driver in a discrimination case after he transformed himself from Mike Gaynor.... more
(14 April 2008 00:00) - Volvo trials hybrid refuse trucks
Volvo Trucks has launched two hybrid refuse trucks that will be tested in regular daily operations in Sweden by refuse collection firms Renova and.... more
(14 April 2008 00:00) - E Pawson goes into administration
Rotherham, South Yorkshire-based E Pawson and Son has gone into administration with the loss of 180 jobs. more
(14 April 2008 00:00) - Interview: M Way Vehicle Rental's Jeff Ball
M Way vehicle rental may not be a leading national player - but its growth rate and reputation for customer care could teach the big boys a thing or.... more
(14 April 2008 00:00) - DHL Exel wins Nisa extension
DHL Exel Supply Chain has won a contract extension worth £53.5m with Nisa-Today's to deliver frozen and chilled foods throughout the UK. more
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