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Car transporter firm equips fleet with Michelin telematics system

on Nov 26, 18 • in UK • with Comments Off on Car transporter firm equips fleet with Michelin telematics system

On foot of a successful trial period, UK-based Carlson Vehicle Transfer has rolled out Michelin’s Effitrailer telematics system across its 150-strong trailer fleet, which operates throughout the UK and Europe delivering cars for the automotive industry

Sleep suit shows dangers of drowsy driving

on Nov 25, 18 • in UK • with Comments Off on Sleep suit shows dangers of drowsy driving

See a friend or loved one reach for the car keys after a boozy night out and many people will speak out or persuade them to hand over the keys. But how about when a friend insists on driving when they are simply tired after a long day

No Deal not acceptable to FTA Northern Ireland

on Nov 22, 18 • in UK • with Comments Off on No Deal not acceptable to FTA Northern Ireland

The Freight Transport Association has met with Prime Minister, Theresa May and delivered a message that No Deal is not an acceptable option for the logistics industry

Don’t let M26 motorway plans divert Christmas says RHA

on Nov 19, 18 • in UK • with Comments Off on Don’t let M26 motorway plans divert Christmas says RHA

Kent’s M26 motorway – one of the UK’s busiest routes for hauliers heading towards, and returning from mainland Europe – will be closed from 10pm until 5.30 am the following morning, Monday to Thursday (inclusive) and on Friday nights 11pm to 6.00am until Friday, December

IRHA welcomes draft Brexit agreement

on Nov 17, 18 • in UK • with Comments Off on IRHA welcomes draft Brexit agreement

The Irish Road Haulage Association has welcomed the draft agreement on Brexit reached between the EU and the UK and recognises the significant contribution made by the Irish Government in shaping the deal

FTAI wants Compressed Natural Gas refuelling sites prioritised

on Nov 15, 18 • in UK • with Comments Off on FTAI wants Compressed Natural Gas refuelling sites prioritised

FTA Ireland (FTAI), the leading body representing the country’s logistics industry, is calling on the Minister of Communications, Climate Action & Environment to prioritise the opening of the country’s Compressed Natural Gas refuelling sites, if the sector is to be able to achieve its emissions reduction targets by

Stena’s Sarah goes extra mile to visit Mercy Ship in Africa

on Nov 14, 18 • in UK • with Comments Off on Stena’s Sarah goes extra mile to visit Mercy Ship in Africa

A kind-hearted Stena Line cabin assistant has vowed to raise funds for Mercy Ships for the rest of her life, after experiencing first-hand the life-saving work carried out on board the hospital ship Africa Mercy in Guinea

RHA acknowledges progress on Brexit agreement

on Nov 14, 18 • in UK • with Comments Off on RHA acknowledges progress on Brexit agreement

The RHA has acknowledged the progress announced on a draft Brexit agreement between the UK and

New quality seal for products of guaranteed quality

on Nov 12, 18 • in UK • with Comments Off on New quality seal for products of guaranteed quality

DT Spare Parts stands for guaranteed quality automotive parts and accessories. All parts are subject to the Diesel Technic Quality System (DTQS) and are now documented with a new quality seal, which can be found on the closure of the product packaging

McBurney Transport Group introduces Freeway Asset Management Software

on Nov 12, 18 • in UK • with Comments Off on McBurney Transport Group introduces Freeway Asset Management Software

The McBurney Transport Group has recently introduced a new asset management software to support the management of its fleet of 1,400 vehicles and trailers. Using the system, developed and supplied by Freeway Fleet Systems, the McBurney Transport Group can now control every part of its fleet maintenance operations from a single interface