13 Aug
Haulage, News, Press Release

UK’s largest order for Volvo FH Aero units secured

Maritime Transport has placed an order for 150 new Volvo FH Aero 6×2 tractor units equipped with I-Save technology. The company has already received the first 20 units, which are now operational across its 41 depots. These new additions complement an existing fleet of 525 Volvo FH units with I-Save, all part of Maritime’s commitment to improving fuel efficiency as a key aspect of its environmental strategy.

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03 Jul
Freight, Future, Press Release, Technology

Perennial Freight chooses camera telematics for advanced multi-camera solution for its commercial fleet

Perennial Freight, a leading Irish road transport specialist with daily services to the UK and mainland Europe, has adopted a sophisticated multi-camera system to support driver welfare, reduce insurance costs and operate responsibly. The company has teamed up with Camera Telematics to roll out the technology solution across 85 HGVs that operate from three locations in the Republic of Ireland.

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05 Jun
Alternate Fuels, Future, Haulage

Renault Trucks debuts first right hand drive E-Tech T at Road Transport Expo 2024

Renault Trucks has announced the UK debut of its first right-hand drive E-Tech T at the Road Transport Expo 2024, taking place from 4th to 6th June at NAEC Stoneleigh. The fully electric E-Tech T is part of a lineup showcasing Renault Trucks’ commitment to decarbonising transport, including the latest E-Tech vehicles with zero tailpipe emissions ranging from 3.1 to 44 tonnes, alongside a range of HVO-compatible diesel vehicles.

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19 Mar
Haulage, Technology

Rosie’s Bakes Selects Integrated Fleet Technology Solution From Inseego And Pocket Box

Rosie’s Bakes, a commercial bakery based in Northern Ireland, has partnered with Inseego and Pocket Box to adopt a telematics-enabled fleet management solution.  The company has rolled out the integrated system across a 29-strong commercial fleet, including temperature-controlled vehicles, which handles the delivery of traditional baked goods, ready meals and snacks to over 300 convenience stores.

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09 Mar
Freight, Haulage, News

The CCF warns that new border inspection rules will halt EU food exports to the UK

The Cold Chain Federation (CCF) has issued a caution that European Union food suppliers to the UK may cease exports next month without a revision of the upcoming checking and inspection mandates for incoming goods, as conveyed in a communication to Defra Secretary Steve Barclay. The Federation has voiced concerns that the impending border control model could disrupt the UK’s food supply chain and escalate food prices.

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07 Mar
Drivers, Haulage, Technology

Middlegate Europe Selects Surecam Video Telematics To Protect Fleet And Drivers

Middlegate Europe, the international transport and logistics specialist, is targeting insurance, safety and efficiency improvements with a video telematics solution from SureCam. The company has installed forward-facing dashcams on its UK fleet of over 40 HGVs to capture vital video evidence of driving incidents and gain access to advanced GPS tracking. This will help Middlegate to safeguard drivers, vehicles and other road users, along with the reputation of the business.

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28 Feb
Drivers, Technology

Queclink Integrates With Leading IoT Platforms To Provide Self-Managed Fleet And Video Telematics

Queclink Wireless Solutions has teamed up with a growing number of fleet management and tracking platform providers to deliver self-managed telematics for vehicle operators and technology resellers. The company’s range of 4G vehicle telematics, asset tracking and dash cameras are now integrated seamlessly with IoT software platforms from Key Telematics, Wialon, 3Dtracking, GpsGate, RedGPS, Mapon and Maptex as part of its UK and international expansion plans.

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