DAF introduces charging stations for electric vehicles

Underlining its commitment to sustainable transport, Renault Trucks is announced as Industry Partner for the Climate Action Transport Transition Summit, Driving Transportation to Climate Positive Tipping Points, 11 – 12 May. The virtual event brings together key stakeholders driving sustainable and net-zero transition from policy and regulation to innovation, technology… Read more »

So impressed is Exeter-based Parsons Nationwide Distribution with the safety and efficiency of its latest-generation Mercedes-Benz Actros tractor units that it has just commissioned its first rigid truck bearing the three-pointed star.   Purchased from City West Commercials, the manufacturer’s dedicated truck Dealer for the South West, the 26-tonne Actros… Read more »

In recognition of its excellent port centric logistics capabilities and extensive, specialist knowledge of tea logistics, the Port of Tyne has been awarded a long-term, strategic import and export logistics contract with Tetley, following a  competitive tendering process. The contract covers the movement of thousands of tonnes of raw tea… Read more »

Truck buyers in Europe can now purchase their used Volvo trucks using one single website, www.VolvoSelected.com, which is operated by Volvo Trucks. The vehicles can be delivered around the world. Along with the trucks, driveline coverage, service contracts as well as flexible financing solutions are available. Each year, Volvo Trucks… Read more »

Bradford-based Shipley Transport Services has extended its relationship with Volvo Trucks after taking delivery of four new ultra-fuel-efficient Volvo FH with I-Save tractor units, each specified with a premium Globetrotter XL cab. Supplied by Crossroads Truck and Bus Area Sales Manager, Jason Robinson, the four new 460 hp FH with… Read more »

The UKs most sustainable delivery company DPD has announced the roll-out of a major new air quality monitoring programme across 6 of the biggest cities in the UK. Project BREATHE is live in London already with 100 mobile air quality sensors on the roof of DPD vans and 20 fixed… Read more »

Logistics specialist Gist has launched an impressive programme of safety training across its employee-base, which will result in every manager in the UK receiving a formal qualification and recognition from the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health.   Every member of Gist’s management population, some 700 employees, will undertake the… Read more »

Volta Trucks, the leading full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer, has announced its Road-to-Zero Emissions strategy as it delivers on its vision of decarbonising the logistic industry, offering cleaner air and safer streets for city centre residents. The announcement comes at a time of increasing societal focus on climate change and air… Read more »

FORS has launched an update to its popular Van Smart eLearning module, to help upskill the growing fleet of light commercial vehicle drivers on our roads. The FORS Professional Van Smart eLearning module has been given an upgrade, including new learning scenarios and an updated format. The changes have been… Read more »