Renault Trucks UK is to create an additional 30 apprenticeships next year as part of its 2016 Apprentice Programme expansion plans. The decision to increase the number of apprentices on the scheme follows a rise in applications to Renault Trucks from young people wishing to embark on a career in… Read more »
Updating the flagship: in the 2016 model year, the MAN TGX D38 will be even more interesting
As part of the 2016 model year, MAN is offering its customers several upgraded equipment features in the TGX D38. The top model is tailor-made for extraordinarily efficient driving at low speeds. For its flagship model, MAN is placing a consistent focus on the total cost of operation (TCO): the… Read more »
FTA says road investment is good news for freight operators
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) says the announcement of nearly £500 million funding for upgrades to the A5 and A6 in Northern Ireland is good news for transport operators. The NI Executive has allocated money towards the improvements announced in the Stormont Budget on 17 December. Both are vital strategic routes, with the A5 improving connectivity between Londonderry and Dublin as well as enhancing the network for… Read more »
Eagle International Group soars with Renault Trucks’ masters
Leading global supplier of ambulance and specialist vehicles, Eagle International Group, has purchased a number of Renault Trucks Master L3H2 125.35 panel vans. Supplied by Renault Trucks’ approved dealer, Sparks Commercials Southampton, the Masters have been converted to Eagle International’s exacting ambulance specifications, with Whole Vehicle Type Approval, for healthcare… Read more »
Freight forwarders will continue to face big challenges in 2016
The British International Freight Association (BIFA), the trade association for UK freight forwarders, says that 2016 will see its members continuing to face numerous challenges, with some the result of legislative changes and government policy, rather than economic issues. Director General Robert Keen says: “From a legislative perspective, two major… Read more »
Port of Felixstowe Logistics Park receives planning consent
The first phase of a 1.4 million square foot logistics park at the Port of Felixstowe has received planning permission. The approval covers the first four warehouses to be built as part of the scheme at the Port of Britain. The four warehouses consented as part of Phase 1 provide… Read more »
Biffa makes OneCall, for the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Leading waste firm Biffa has launched its new emergency waste removal service with a quartet of Mercedes-Benz vans. Three Long-bodied Sprinter 313 CDIs – soon to be joined by a further five, already ordered – wear eye-catching, all-over vinyl wrap liveries promoting the new Biffa OneCall service. The fourth… Read more »
Road safety measures are a positive step forward
The Freight Transport Association has reacted positively to the range of measures set out by the Government today to improve road safety, which include a range of commitments and actions aimed at all road users which should further improve the UK’s road safety record. Commenting on the statement, Christopher Snelling, FTA’s Head… Read more »
Leading logistics firm signs up with MAN to supply brand new fleet
The team at MAN Truck & Bus UK made sure it was a moment to remember when Moran Logistics took delivery of vehicles in the new fleet. Sales executive Lee Wilson monitored the progress of the order and arranged a factory visit in Munich for owner Harry Moran to coincide… Read more »
Matt Stubbs takes the top slot at the 2015 ITUK Parts Manager of the Year Awards
For 2015, the Isuzu Truck Parts Manager of the Year Award has been scooped for the second time by Matt Stubbs, who was representing the Exeter based dealership, Harry Moore Commercials in this annual awards competition. Matt is a previous winner of this prestigious network award, having first won it two… Read more »
