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  • Paragon Software Systems expands US operation

    on Oct 2, 18 • in UK • with Comments Off on Paragon Software Systems expands US operation

     Paragon Software Systems has expanded its presence in North America to better serve the vibrant logistics market in the north-east region. The company has opened a second office in Manchester, New Hampshire, which will complement its existing, well-established operation in Dallas, Texas. “We’re excited to expand our capabilities in the US with the addition of an office in New Hampshire,” explains William Salter, Managing Director of Paragon Software Systems. “We are proud to already serve a wide range of commercial fleets in the US, South America and Canada. Opening this latest location will allow us

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  • Renault launches Master Z.E.

    on Oct 1, 18 • in UK • with Comments Off on Renault launches Master Z.E.

    Electromobility is the cornerstone of Renault Trucks’ strategy for sustainable urban transport. In line with this strategy, the French manufacturer is now launching the first vehicle in its new all-electric line-up – the Renault Trucks Master Z.E. – which is now available to order at Renault Trucks’ dealerships

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  • Government’s immigration proposal is bad for road haulage

    on Sep 26, 18 • in UK • with Comments Off on Government’s immigration proposal is bad for road haulage

    The Road Haulage Association warns that the Cabinet’s proposal to impose new immigration rules on EU nationals would hit haulage hard

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  • A6 upgrade to give Northern Ireland a boost

    on Sep 26, 18 • in UK • with Comments Off on A6 upgrade to give Northern Ireland a boost

    FTA, the business organisation which represents the logistics industry has expressed its delight at news that the upgrade work to the A6 between Derry and Dungiven is finally under way

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  • FTA calls for early introduction of longer semi-trailers

    on Sep 25, 18 • in UK • with Comments Off on FTA calls for early introduction of longer semi-trailers

    The Freight Transport Association is calling for the early introduction of longer semi-trailers (LST) following a successful trial

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  • First Range T High for McCulla Ireland

    on Sep 25, 18 • in UK • with Comments Off on First Range T High for McCulla Ireland

    McCulla Ireland has put into service a Range T520 High 6×2 TML, one of the first right hand drive models in Ireland and the first for the temperature controlled logistics firm which is approaching its 50th anniversary year

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  • FTA welcomes No Deal Brexit notices

    on Sep 24, 18 • in UK • with Comments Off on FTA welcomes No Deal Brexit notices

    The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has welcomed the Government’s No Deal Brexit notices on aviation, road haulage and the export/import of food products

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  • No-deal plans are a recipe for post-Brexit chaos 

    on Sep 24, 18 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on No-deal plans are a recipe for post-Brexit chaos 

    The Road Haulage Association is warning plans in the Government’s latest technical notice on commercial freight in the EU are too little, too late

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  • Ctrack launches long-life trailer tracking solution

    on Sep 19, 18 • in UK • with Comments Off on Ctrack launches long-life trailer tracking solution

    Ctrack, an Inseego company, has extended its trailer tracking capabilities with the launch of a battery-powered telematics device that uses long-life power management technology to operate for up to seven years. The telematics unit provides a simple asset management solution that will enable road transport operators to enhance security and better utilise their trailer fleet

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  • FTA says road networks to receive connectivity boost

    on Sep 17, 18 • in UK • with Comments Off on FTA says road networks to receive connectivity boost

    Following years of inadequate infrastructure, the UK economy is set to benefit from vastly improved road connectivity, according to leading business organisation the Freight Transport Association (FTA), thanks to two new schemes – the Oxford-Cambridge Expressway and the proposed reclassification of an A14 section to a motorway.  However, FTA, which represents more than 17,000 logistics business nationwide, is concerned that further investment is desperately needed to keep Britain’s roads moving. 

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