Highlighting its robust and reliable machines that deliver low total cost of ownership and operation, UK articulated hauler manufacturer Rokbak is presenting its RA30 and RA40 at Hillhead, alongside its UK dealer Molson Group. An RA40 in action at the quarry demonstration area. Rokbak’s commitment to rock-solid reliability, power and …
Read More »S & S Distribution’s Emma Archer shortlisted for prestigious national award
Emma Archer from Tonbridge-based S & S Distribution has made it through to the finals of a prestigious awards ceremony celebrating women working in the UK transport industry. Emma, who is Compliance Manager with the firm, is one of five finalists to make it through to the Above and Beyond …
Read More »World Refrigeration Day: UK Cold Storage Capacity now tops 40 Million m3
To celebrate World Refrigeration Day 2022 on 26th June, the Cold Chain Federation has revealed that the UK cold storage capacity of the Federation’s members now tops 40 million cubic metres at 40,860,853m3 or the equivalent to the bowl volume of 35 Wembley Stadiums. Cold Chain Federation members’ cold storage …
Read More »BigChange drives growth at SC Duncan Heating and Plumbing
The exponential growth of a Hertfordshire-based heating, plumbing and electrical business has been driven by field service management software from BigChange. By equipping engineers with mobile devices, connected in real-time to a centralised job management system, SC Duncan Heating Plumbing and Electrical has fuelled efficiency gains and boosted customer service …
Read More »Planning application submitted for Quantafuel’s first plastics upcycling plant in the UK
Quantafuel ASA has submitted a planning application to develop its first plastics upcycling plant in the UK. Quantafuel is applying for permission to build the plastics processing plant on a 12-acre site on the eastern edge of Port of Sunderland, in the North East of England. It will be the …
Read More »Carlsberg makes bio-based and fully recyclable bottles available to consumers in its largest ever trial
In its largest pilot to date, Carlsberg Group has revealed the trial of its new Fibre Bottle, putting the bio-based and fully recyclable beer bottle into the hands of consumers for the first time. With a continued focus on evolving technology and sustainable practices, the bottle also contains beer brewed …
Read More »Rugby legend announced as LEEA Awards 2022 guest speaker
Scottish former rugby union player and coach, Sir Ian McGeechan will be the special guest speaker at the LEEA Awards 2022. Sharing lessons in leadership, performance strategies and teamwork skills, Sir Ian is the perfect guest speaker for the prestigious LEEA Awards Ceremony at the P&J Live events venue in …
Read More »Nobilia hails its ‘magnificent seven’ Mercedes-Benz Actros from Ciceley Commercials
Nobilia Projects, the fast-growing British contracts division of Europe’s largest kitchen manufacturer, is reaping the benefits of a switch to Mercedes-Benz trucks. The seven Actros rigids are based at the 55,000 sq ft UK head office and distribution centre that Nobilia GB opened in 2018 on the Kingsway Business Park, …
Read More »Coffee delight thanks to Piab’s vacuum conveyor at Minges Coffee Roasters
When we enjoy the smell of coffee in the morning, the black powder has already gone through many production stages. The coffee capsules and pods from Minges Coffee Roasters have been filled uncomplicatedly thanks to Piab’s piFLOW®f Coffee is the most popular breakfast drink and must be prepared quickly and …
Read More »Goodyear launches GP-3E for wheel loaders, articulated dump trucks and graders
Simplifying tyre choice for infrastructure projects Goodyear has introduced GP-3E, a tyre designed for wheel loaders, articulated dump trucks and graders. Typically, such machines are used on major infrastructure projects that have tough cost and timescale targets. As a result of researching operators’ needs, Goodyear has increased the operational versatility …
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