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New Gravesend AO depot will create jobs for delivery drivers
Online electrical retailer AO has opened its 18th depot, this time in Gravesend, as it capitalises on growing demand fuelled by the pandemic.
Month: August 2020
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Wincanton takes delivery of Volvo tankers
Wincanton has turned to Volvo for the delivery of two new tankers that will cover 180,000km each year, collecting milk from farms across South Wales.
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Collett transports 49-metre blades to Solwaybank windfarm
Wind turbine towers measuring 75m high and 49-metre blades have featured in Collett Transport’s most recent transport challenge, as it moves 120 components from Glasgow to the Solwaybank windfarm.
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FleetCheck adds new features to vehicle inspection app
FleetCheck has added new features to its vehicle inspection app, including ‘push messaging’ for drivers to notify them of risk management-specific information.
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Builders Merchant celebrates 250th anniversary with new DAF CF260
Builders’ merchant Bradfords Buildings Supplies is celebrating its 250th anniversary with a new dropside DAF CF260.
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Collapsed car transporter firm was back in profit when Covid struck
Car transporter company Drive Force (UK) had only just returned to profitability after experiencing 18 months of cash flow difficulties, before Covid-19 forced it into administration.
Industry News
Third of logistics firms need extension to furlough scheme
Nearly 11% of logistics businesses are still reporting severe or extreme disruption to their overall freight volumes in light of the Covid-19 pandemic.
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New Goodman warehouse in Essex will service e-commerce and 3PL customers
One of the largest warehouses within the M25, offering the potential to reach 21 million consumers within two hours, has been granted planning permission.
Industry News
CM Show 2020: Cameras designed by hauliers for hauliers
Fastview360 was born out of the haulage industry and we understand the issues that the transport industry have when it comes to accidents, drivers behaviour and safety. We have approached the development of our product with the haulier and HGVs in mind, so everything is solid, strong and very reliable. We offer an unlimited extended […]
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CM Show 2020: TyreWatch brings connected, real-time monitoring to fleets
TyreWatch will be ready to roll at this autumn’s Commercial Motor Show with its real-time, connected tyre management technology for fleets. The business strives to help customers run efficiently at all times, with tyre monitoring a key element in reducing fleet operation costs. TyreWatch technology combines continuous tyre monitoring, Formula One style telematics and powerful artificial intelligence. […]