Wales Environmental Ltd’s new truck acquisition policy has marked the start of a partnership with Mercedes-Benz which is now delivering valuable fuel savings and slashing downtime. The liquid waste management and drainage specialist was established in 1980 and, until recently, purchased only pre-owned trucks of various marques. Since it embarked …
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When it comes to buying the right truck, distance doesn’t matter to LJX Tree Services – which explains why the fast-growing Scottish firm has just acquired its third FUSO Canter within the last six months from South Wales Dealer Euro Commercials. The latest is a 3.5-tonne Canter 3C13. It has …
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Freeway Fleet Systems has seen users of its software double in 2018 as transport operators make the switch from paper to digital. The supplier of systems for vehicle maintenance and asset management has seen an upsurge in interest for its mobile apps as operators demand more accurate and visible information …
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Volvo Trucks are upgrading its D11 and D13 diesel engines for its FH, FM and FMX models to meet the new Euro-6 Step D regulation which also contain a number of improvements that will enable transport operators to reduce their fuel costs. “With fuel chalking up about one third of …
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Picking the right technology is important for field service success argues Renovotec’s Richard Gilliard, who offers some practical advice Field service employs some 20 million field technicians worldwide: it is forecast that by 2022 the global field service market will be worth $4.45 billion. ? According to Gartner, by 2020 …
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A key component for the majority of modern businesses, having a thorough, well researched and carefully considered distribution strategy in place is a must. However, depending on industry and the types of product your company produces – such as perishable food items – distribution requirements can vary greatly. In this …
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The Fortec Distribution Network has joined forces with WCG to help deliver a new initiative to give students an insight into logistics and the good careers available within the sector. Key members of its management team delivered their first training session to two groups of students at the Rugby campus …
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Colchester-based logistics firm Systematic Logistics International (SLi) was placed into administration on 29 November, with a sale of the business assets completed by Palletways UK the next day. The firm had been part of the Palletways UK network for over 24 years. Barry Byers, Palletways Network Development Director, said: “Over …
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Somerset-based Blackmores Machinery Haulage has taken delivery of a new bespoke-built forklift trailer from Andover Trailers – its first from the Hampshire manufacturer. The new 36-tonne tri-axle step frame curtainsider is a new addition to Blackmores Machinery Haulage’s fleet, with the company taking advantage of Andover Trailers’ custom approach to …
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How late do you leave Christmas shopping? The home delivery comparison site ParcelHero says shoppers take after one of three favourite festive fowls when it comes to Christmas deadlines; and reveals all the major store’s final online order dates. How late dare shoppers leave last-minute online Christmas ordering? The delivery …
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