Articles by Date : 09 October 2007 - 15 October 2007
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- DfT's latest Port statistics
The DfT's latest maritime statistics reveal that UK ports handled 584 million tonnes of freight traffic in 2006. more
(15 October 2007 00:00) - SfL develops a new Logistics diploma
Skills for Logistics is developing a new Diploma in Retail in partnership with Skillsmart Retail, Automotive Skills and the Council for.... more
(15 October 2007 00:00) - HSE kicks off Safety roadshows
The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) is kicking off a campaign to raise awareness of safety issues in the transport industry. more
(15 October 2007 00:00) - TDG seals the deal
TDG has won a five-year contract to run the warehouse and transport operation for Spanish adhesive and sealant manufacturer Gymcol SA. more
(15 October 2007 00:00) - Daimler may sell Freightliner trucks in Russia
Daimler AG may consider selling trucks from its US subsidiary Freightliner in Russia. more
(15 October 2007 00:00) - Hanbury Davies buys 100 Euro-5 Volvos
Felixstowe, Suffolk-based Hanbury Davies has taken delivery of 100 Euro-5 Volvo FH480 6x2 tractors, supplied via Hanbury Riverside of West Thurrock.... more
(15 October 2007 00:00) - Peccol opts for Mitsubishi Canter
Birmingham-based ceramic tile company Tony Peccol's has acquired a 7.5-tonne 7C18 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter. more
(15 October 2007 00:00) - Germany opposes LHVs
Following random trials and much discussion, Germany has opposed the introduction of longer, heavier vehicles (LHVs) on its motorways. more
(15 October 2007 00:00) - Cattle truck carrying fuel catches on fire
A cattle truck loaded with 5,000 litres of fuel caught on fire in Northern Ireland last week and customs officers are asking the public for any.... more
(15 October 2007 00:00) - Drivers urged to inform on drug smugglers
The police are launching a campaign this week urging truck drivers to inform on drivers that are smuggling drugs into the UK. more
(15 October 2007 00:00) - DfT and VOSA issue new digitach advice
The DfT and VOSA have issued new advice for the use of digital tachographs in double-manned operations, stating that both drivers must enter their.... more
(15 October 2007 00:00) - RD Anderson acquires Daf CF85 eight-wheeler
Edinburgh-based RD Anderson Haulage has purchased a Daf CF85 eight-wheeler with an extendable body and high-capacity crane. The... more
(15 October 2007 00:00) - Is there the appetite to battle the fuel duty rise?
Eight years ago the road transport industry won the battle over the fuel duty escalator - but the government lived to fight another day. more
(15 October 2007 00:00) - Too many alternative fuels?
Volvo's European president Claes Nilsson says alternative fuels and new driveline technology are vital if the industry is to become greener and more.... more
(12 October 2007 00:00) - Industry defends proposed LHV trial
The road haulage industry has reacted angrily to the suggestion by Freight on Rail that longer, heavier vehicles... more
(12 October 2007 00:00) - Murray Brown & Son opt for Hino tipper
Scarborough, North Yorks-based Murray Brown & Son has taken delivery of a Hino 700 Series 8x4 tipper. more
(12 October 2007 00:00) - Interview: Karen Crispe, Director of Tachodisc
Tachodisc director Karen Crispe tells Roanna Avison why the introduction of digital tachographs 18 months ago has resulted in a such a major change.... more
(12 October 2007 00:00) - Circle Express sees challenges ahead
Circle Express chief executive Chris Coffey says challenges for both his firm and the industry are ahead, most notably from fuel prices and.... more
(12 October 2007 00:00) - West Yorkshire Skip Hire loses vehicle for a month
West Yorkshire Skip Hire has lost one of its vehicles for a month after a continuing record of prohibitions and failing to fully comply with.... more
(12 October 2007 00:00) - RHA highlights fuel theft problem
The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has called for hauliers to be on their guard following the recent theft of almost £10,000-worth of fuel in.... more
(12 October 2007 00:00) - Welsh Assembly asks for hauliers' opinions
Hauliers in Wales are being asked for their views on the future of freight transport in the principality. more
(12 October 2007 00:00) - Fiat Fiorino's Italian debut
The Fiat Fiorino is the first of the three mini-Sevel vans to break cover, getting a surprise launch by Fiat's LCV CEO Franco Miniero at last week's.... more
(12 October 2007 00:00) - 7.5-tonners: down, but not out
The 7.5-tonne market is showing the first signs of recovery, following an appalling start to the year. more
(12 October 2007 00:00) - Renault to unveil Hybrys
Renault Trucks will present the Hybrys at this month's RAI Show - a 6x2 concept hybrid refuse vehicle with numerous design features that could find.... more
(12 October 2007 00:00) - DAF Trucks
DAF Trucks is one of the seven major truck manufacturers in Western Europe (along with Iveco , MAN , Mercedes-Benz , Renault Trucks , .... more
(12 October 2007 00:00) - Edwards Logistics sees profit fall
Edwards Logistics blames a decline in sales and higher UK operating costs for its drop in profit. more
(11 October 2007 00:00) - Hauliers "too quick" to cut rates says Framptons
Framptons has hit out at some hauliers for being "too quick" to cut rates for jobs. Richard Fry, director and general manager, says: "Some firms are.... more
(11 October 2007 00:00) - Interview: Hasse Johansson of Scania
Scania's Hasse Johansson tells Rikki Chequer why talking with the truck operators is so vital to the company's business. more
(11 October 2007 00:00) - Mobile phones: you have been warned
The new Traffic Commissioner for the South-West, Sarah Bell, gave delegates at the latest Commercial Motor Legal Seminar the strongest indication.... more
(11 October 2007 00:00) - MAN expects Polish sales to outstrip UK sales
More MAN trucks may be sold in Poland than in the UK next year. more
(11 October 2007 00:00) - Bio-diesel could break Euro 4 NOx limit
New trucks could end up running at dramatically reduced power levels if they use high-blend bio-diesel, Volvo has warned. more
(11 October 2007 00:00) - Pre-Budget report disappoints industry
Chancellor Alistair Darling's first pre-Budget report held very little of cheer for road haulage, and the trade associations have expressed their.... more
(11 October 2007 00:00) - Licence operation was “total shambles”
A Cumbrian operator who ran a limited company from an unauthorised operating centre for four months has been given a second chance to prove he can.... more
(11 October 2007 00:00) - Formal warning for waste operator
A waste disposal firm has been given a formal warning because of the number of prohibitions its vehicles have recently attracted. more
(11 October 2007 00:00) - Overload of more than 20% costs firm £2,500
Knebworth, Herts-based Easy Mix Concrete has been ordered to pay fines and costs totalling £2,500 for using a vehicle in an overloaded condition. more
(11 October 2007 00:00) - Pallet-Track predicts £4m turnover for 2008
Pallet-Track says its prospects are "quite bright at the minute" and predicts it will break the £4m turnover barrier in this year's trading..... more
(10 October 2007 00:00) - Massey Wilcox's rail freight terminal land purchase
Somerset haulier Massey Wilcox Transport has bought the land at its rail freight terminal in Avonmouth. more
(10 October 2007 00:00) - Business Post sees decline in B2C business
Business Post says lower-ed consumer confidence is the reason that half-year results for its business-to-consumer (B2C) division are below.... more
(10 October 2007 00:00) - The danger of diesel spills
Diesel spills are a killer, and there's no other way of putting it. According to Department for Transport statistics, diesel spills were the cause of.... more
(10 October 2007 00:00) - Iveco launches 4x4 Daily
Iveco has launched a 4x4 version of its new Daily chassis cab, a van it expects to have particular appeal to UK utility companies. more
(10 October 2007 00:00) - Murray Brown buys a Hino 700 Series
Long-time Foden operator Murray Brown & Son, has taken delivery of its first Hino. more
(10 October 2007 00:00) - Suttons MD hits out at EC ADR plans
Suttons managing director Andrew Palmer has hit out at the European Commission's vote to allow member states to prescribe specific routes and modes.... more
(10 October 2007 00:00) - Wincanton receives £13.7m damages
Wincanton has been awarded £13.7m following a financial dispute with a customer. more
(10 October 2007 00:00) - Tories unveil 40mph review
A Conservative government would review the 40mph HGV speed limit on single carriageway A-roads - with a view of lifting it to 50mph - according to.... more
(10 October 2007 00:00) - DfT backs down from vignette scheme
The government has seemingly backed away from plans to charge foreign trucks for using UK roads, claiming its favoured vignette scheme is not.... more
(10 October 2007 00:00) - Pre-Budget statement - initial points
The initial headlines from the Chancellor's pre-Budget statement do not hold any major upsets for the transport and logistics sector. more
(09 October 2007 00:00) - Upcoming Safety roadshow dates
The Health and Safety Executive has launched a campaign to raise awareness of safety issues among drivers, transport managers and warehouse bosses. more
(09 October 2007 00:00) - SfL appoints new London Regional Manager
Skills for Logistics has appointed Tony Bellia at regional manager for London. more
(09 October 2007 00:00) - Palletways appoints new UK Sales Director
Palletways has taken on Rob Gittins as UK sales director. more
(09 October 2007 00:00) - ABS Biofuel to build facility in Avonmouth
ABS Biodiesel has been given the go-ahead to build a biofuel production facility in Avonmouth Docks. more
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