Grimsby-based Evans European Transport needed a 7.5-tonne refrigerated truck with a high payload and a sleeper cab. Its new FUSO Canter delivers on both fronts. Supplied by Mercedes-Benz Dealer Northside Truck & Van – the manufacturer’s franchised Network is also responsible for sales and support of the popular FUSO… Read more »
Volvo Trucks boost growth at Scotts Plant & Haulage
Vale of Evesham-based, Scotts Plant & Haulage has put two new Volvo FMX tippers into service to join a 15 strong fleet of rigid tippers at the company’s Badsey Road base. Supplied by Peter Swinnerton, Transport Solutions Executive at Wales and West Truck and Bus Evesham, the two 8×4 Volvo… Read more »
Renault Trucks robust efficient construction range carries more weight at Tip-Ex 2018
For cost-conscious operators seeking robust, efficient trucks that carry more weight, Renault Trucks will be showcasing three vehicles from its highly-acclaimed construction range at Tip-ex 2018 in Harrogate (31 May – 2 June). Visitors to the Renault Trucks stand (M14-16) will see two Range T 6×2 tractor units widely used… Read more »
DS Smith chooses Ryder for 240 specialist vehicles
DS Smith, a leading provider of corrugated and specialist plastic packaging solutions, has returned to Ryder for the supply of nearly 240 specialist vehicles, including 218 Lawrence David trailers with demanding safety specifications and 21 Mercedes-Benz tractor units. The replacement trailers are among the highest specification Ryder has ever supplied… Read more »
Oldham-based HTF Transport Ltd expands fleet following asset finance funding from Santander
Oldham-based HTF Transport Ltd, a leading haulage and logistics firm, has expanded its fleet with the purchase of a truck-mounted Palfinger Crane following a significant asset finance facility with Santander Business Banking. The vehicle will allow HTF to support an increased number of clients with a broader range of transport… Read more »
FTA part of HGV coalition asking Minister for fair treatment in Clean Air Zones
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has joined with three other trade associations to raise concerns about the way HGVs are treated in future Clean Air Zones (CAZ). FTA, the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA), the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) and the Road Haulage Association (RHA) have… Read more »
Knowles Transport adds 20 Montracon Postless Curtainsiders to their fleet
Knowles Transport, a family run haulage, storage and distribution business has recently taken delivery of another 20 postless curtainsiders from Montracon. Still family owned and operated and now 3rd generation, Knowles Transport brings a wealth of experience in delivering excellence for over 80 years, but has the modern foresight to… Read more »
Cadent sees IVECO Daily vans as the future of its emergency fleet
IVECO has delivered the first batch of 255 Daily 3.5-tonne panel vans to Cadent – the UK’s largest gas distribution network serving 11 million homes. The supply marks a major conquest order for IVECO – with a second tranche of Daily vans to follow during 2018/19. The arrivals, supplied by… Read more »
Fraikin takes pole position with Grand Prix Express
Delivery firm Grand Prix Express has signed a new five-year, full-service contract hire agreement with Fraikin for three DAF rigid trucks, thanks in part to the excellent service the company had previously received from Fraikin’s rental division. The deal marks the first contract hire agreement between the two companies and… Read more »
Volvo Trucks provide local and long distance solutions for Hallam Express Ltd.
South Yorkshire-based, Hallam Express Ltd. has added five new Volvo trucks to its 40-strong, road transport fleet with the new arrivals consisting of one FH tractor unit, two FE rigids and two FL rigids. Kevan Morris, Area Sales Manager at Crossroads Truck and Bus Limited, Rotherham, supplied Hallam Express Ltd.’s… Read more »
