Tag Archives: Freight Transport Association

FTA, the business organisation which represents the interests of the logistics industry in the UK, has reiterated its call for a frictionless border in Ireland after Brexit. Responding to the Alternative Arrangements Commission (AAC) Consultation, FTA has emphasised that at present no border exists anywhere that can deliver frictionless trade, …

The Traffic Commissioners will be headlining FTA Transport Manager 2019, sponsored by Bridgestone Tyres, sharing with delegates their priorities for the coming year and detailing the latest action taken on operators at Public Inquiries, enabling them to avoid non-compliance. Transport Manager 2019 will be held across 11 UK venues in …

The proposals announced 1st July 2019 for a charging Class C band Clean Air Zone (CAZ) in Bristol would hurt local businesses and the economy, according to FTA, the business organisation which speaks for the logistics sector. In the opinion of FTA, this option would place the burden of improving …

Are you a van operator committed to driver well being, compliance, safety and innovation? If so, make sure you enter the 2019 Van Excellence Awards Honours Lunch for your chance to be recognised as an industry leader in your field of expertise, sponsored by Mercedes-Benz Vans. To be held at …

Two women are leading the fight for the logistics industry in Northern Ireland, following their election to FTA’s national Freight Council as Chair and Vice Chair. Industry experts Pamela Dennison and Charlene Quayle will help determine the organisation’s approach to pressing issues such as Brexit, climate change and air quality, …

Celebrate another successful year for the logistics sector by attending FTA’s Welsh Logistics Lunch, to be held at the Cardiff Marriott Hotel on 29 November 2019. Now in its 36th year, the annual lunch is the perfect forum at which to recognise industry achievements, network with peers, enjoy a delicious …

The majority (71.4 per cent) of van operators intend to use electric vehicles in their fleets this year, according to FTA’s 2019 Logistics Report, launched in association with Santander Corporate and Commercial Banking. FTA, the organisation representing the logistics industry, is calling on government to recognise this shift in intention …

Entries to FTA’s star-studded Logistics Awards are flooding in and with just two weeks left to apply, FTA is urging anyone wishing to apply to submit their application fast. Taking place at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, London on Thursday 24 October 2019, the celebratory reception and gala dinner is …

Next week sees the return of FTA’s Fleet Engineer Conference on 11 June 2019, the must attend event for engineers working across the freight and logistics sector. In addition to a packed programme of expert speakers, delegates will have the opportunity for a one-to-one interactive session with DVSA experts to …

Fifteen of the UK’s best van drivers are celebrating today after being shortlisted for FTA’s 2019 Van Excellence Driver of the Year and Young Driver of the Year, sponsored by Mercedes-Benz Vans UK. The awards recognise the unsung heroes of Britain’s economy: the dedicated and highly accomplished drivers keeping all …