23 Oct
Drivers, Employees, Haulage

Blackout Technologies targets smartphone distraction behind the wheel to boost fleet and driver safety

Blackout Technologies aims to dramatically cut the number of vehicle collisions caused by distracted driving with the launch of an industry-first mobile device blocking tool. The in-vehicle solution prevents unauthorised access to smartphone apps and prevents notifications when behind the wheel, removing the temptation for fleet drivers to take their eyes off the road and discouraging illegal device usage.

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10 Oct
Future, Haulage

RHA Calls for Industry Support Ahead of the Chancellor’s Budget

Richard Smith, Chief Executive of the Road Haulage Association (RHA), is urging all haulage, coach, and van operators to take immediate action by contacting their MPs ahead of the Chancellor’s Budget on 30 October. With the Chancellor preparing to outline her fiscal plans, the RHA is calling on industry stakeholders to ensure the vital concerns of the transport sector are heard at this critical time.

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07 Oct
Drivers, Haulage, Technology

Queclink Launches Solar-Powered Asset Tracker For Trailers And Containers

Queclink Wireless Solutions has introduced a solar-powered asset tracker that has been specifically developed for cross-border road and intermodal transport operations, addressing the evolving needs of the international freight marketplace. The cutting-edge device – suitable for non-powered trailers and containers – can operate autonomously for up to 10 years without manual recharging.

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25 Sep
News, Press Release, Technology

ZeroMission Appoints CTO To Drive Innovation In EE Fleet Management Platform

EV commercial fleet software specialist ZeroMission has strengthened its senior executive team with the appointment of Alan Crowley as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). He will be responsible for leading technology innovation within the business, using the latest advances in AI, machine learning and data analytics to help shape the future of electric mobility and zero emission vehicle (ZEV) fleet management.

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11 Sep
Logistics, Press Release, Technology

Toyota introduces Swarm Automation Storage: a high-density AGV and pallet shuttle solution

For companies that need to increase storage space and optimise their use of manpower, Toyota Material Handling Europe now offers Swarm Automation Storage – a complete automated solution based on the combination of three proven components.  The concept offers aisle-free storage density, up to 80% denser than selective racking, at a much lower cost compared to alternative high-density solutions, and the flexibility to fit into existing available space, with optional scalability if more storage or higher throughput are required.

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11 Sep
Logistics, Press Release, Transport

Dennis Eagle adopt integrated driver safety and management solution from Surecam

Dennis Eagle, a global leader in the design and manufacture of refuse collection vehicles, has installed advanced dashcams on 112 vans as part of a video-enabled driver protection solution. The fleet and video telematics system from SureCam has been integrated with Peoplesafe’s lone worker service to achieve the highest level of safety both in and outside the vehicle for its team of service engineers.

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