Volvo Action Service, now part of Volvo Group Uptime Solutions, is celebrating its 25th anniversary. What began from a small team at Volvo Trucks’ Warwick Headquarters has now developed into a multi-lingual, purpose-built breakdown call centre. Originally founded on 1st July 1990, Action Service Europe (ASE) – as it… Read more »
Supply chain data specialist celebrates year of growth
Concentra, a leading data analytics firm, has announced growth of 35 per cent over the last 12 months, driven by the introduction and innovative use of a series of cutting-edge technologies. Amongst these is SupplyVue, a product that changes the way organisations manage their supply chains, improve performance and… Read more »
FedEx celebrates five years supporting Action for Children
FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and the world’s largest express transportation company, is celebrating five years of providing volunteering, financial aid and logistical support to children’s charity Action for Children. Since 2010, FedEx team members have volunteered a total of 1,300 hours helping children, young people… Read more »
Details of £2 billion roads plan for the East of England
Highways England is meeting with suppliers and stakeholders today (29 September 2015) and on Thursday (1 October 2015) to set out how more than £2 billion of government investment to improve the capacity and condition of roads across the East of England will be delivered. The investment will see improvements… Read more »
Europe’s largest parcel hub officially opened ahead of 2015 peak
Europe’s largest and most technically advanced parcel sorting hub was officially opened by DPD on Thursday 24th September at Hinckley in Leicestershire, with a special ceremony in front of 400 guests, including representatives of many of the largest retail names in the UK. Philippe Wahl, Chairman and CEO of La… Read more »
Penfold powers home with 625 hp Mercedes-Benz Arocs
Family-owned Penfold Driveways does not commission new trucks very often – but when it does, it buys them to last. The East Sussex company is now running a highly-specified 8×4 Mercedes-Benz Arocs 3263 tipper. It is powered by an advanced, 15.6-litre straight-six engine that produces a range-topping 460 kW… Read more »
Stay safe with Continental winter truck and bus tyres
With the current temperatures you might not be thinking about winter just yet, but now is the time for the transport industry to equip its fleets with suitable winter tyres. For driving safely with optimal traction even on damp or icy roads, Continental recommends fitting trucks and buses with winter… Read more »
Used DAF for new DAF for Robert Walker (Haulage)
Forklift transport specialist, Robert Walker Haulage, has switched acquisition policy with the delivery of two new Euro-6 DAF XF 460 FTG Super Space Cabs. The vehicles, supplied by F&G Commercials (Manchester) are the first new DAFs for the Stockport-based haulier after previous experience with ten used DAFs on 57, 09… Read more »
FTA Van Excellence encourages leadership & professionalism
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) last week launched its Van Excellence Report 2015/16 with the message that strong leadership and professionalism are key to improving the image of the sector. Van use is expected to almost double by 2040 compared to 2010. Currently 50% of vans in the UK are operated… Read more »
Palletways sets out future growth plans
Europe’s largest provider of express palletised freight services has today set out its growth plans, including investment in its infrastructure and expansion into new countries. The Palletways Group’s plans for growth are linked to key developments it has unveiled, which include: A new central hub in Lichfield, which will be… Read more »
