Mercedes-Benz Vans sold 44,130 vehicles in 2019 – a 14.4% increase on the previous year, representing another record broken for the manufacturer. In fact, in 2019, the Brand secured record monthly sales performances in January through to August consecutively, and achieved record Vito, Sprinter chassis, and X-Class sales. This result… Read more »
New research reveals UK transport and logistics workers most likely to turn up to work
UK transport and logistics workers took nearly three times more sick leave than the average British worker last year, according to new research that identifies the countries most and least notorious for pulling a sickie. With Blue Monday just around the corner (Monday 20 January) and analysis suggesting that workers… Read more »
Green enthusiasm needs government support says logistics industry
Logistics operators are among the first to identify the benefits of switching to electric vehicles (EVs), according to FTA, with nine out of ten operators who are already using EVs planning to expand their fleets within the next three years. However, according to a new report from FTA, released today… Read more »
Pedestrian safety under the spotlight with new FORS eLearning module
FORS Pedestrian Safe highlights the specific dangers and breadth of risks pedestrians face, with participants learning techniques which can be adopted to mitigate such risks. Checking driving conditions, avoiding incorrect assumptions, and how to keep focused when driving are some of the topics covered in the 20-minute module for drivers… Read more »
Digital innovations on the road ahead in 2020
New technologies are accelerating the pace of change for businesses across Europe, with many businesses unsure how developments in AI and Machine Learning, data analytics and other innovations will impact their operations in 2020. Against this landscape, Verizon Connect has looked at the technologies and innovations that are likely to… Read more »
Cris puts another cross in the Mercedes-Benz Econic box
Hanson contractor Cris Services Group has underscored its commitments to safety and compliance by adding a sixth low-entry Mercedes-Benz Econic mixer truck to its fast-growing fleet. Like its predecessors, all bar one of which entered service within the last 12 months, the new 8×4/4 chassis was supplied by Dealer Sparshatt… Read more »
The future of supply chain and logistics: Descartes presents expert advice to industry professionals
At the end of last year, Descartes Systems UK welcomed over 100 logistics professionals to its UK Customer and Partner event. Held at the British Motor Museum in Warwickshire, the theme for the day was the future of logistics and supply chain operations. With the new HMRC Customs Declaration Service… Read more »
Renault Trucks number one in Henderson Group following latest additions
The Henderson Group, one of the key players in Northern Ireland’s economy and owners of the SPAR, EUROSPAR, ViVO, ViVOXTRA and ViVO Essentials franchises in NI, has added 15 Renault Trucks Range T460s and 14 Range D18s to its group fleet line-up. With the latest vehicle additions supplied by local… Read more »
Teletrac Navman drives growth with Chris Wright win
Teletrac Navman, at the forefront of telematics for more than 25 years, has been chosen to support specialist haulage business Chris Wright Ltd. with the first stages of its digital transformation. With a long and respected history in the haulage industry, Chris Wright Ltd. supports a wide range of customers… Read more »
Eight new Volvo FHs help expand an impressive fleet of vehicles at Harrisons
Temperature controlled distribution specialists, Harrisons Transport have added eight new Volvo FH 4×2 tractor units to its fleet. Supplied by Neil Crook, Customer Solutions Manager at Thomas Hardie Commercials Ltd., the new Volvos are finished in Harrisons stunning red and blue livery, complemented by colour matching side skirts and full… Read more »
