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Mercedes-Benz has launched its own version of the government’s Scrappage scheme and is offering a £2,000 cash incentive to invest in a new van.
Hermes has opened a new UK head office in Morley, on the outskirts of Leeds, following its rebranding and integration into its parent company’s international logistics arm earlier the year.
Electric vehicle manufacturer Modec says it will soon have full N2 EC Type Approval, allowing it to sell its vehicles in all EU member states without the need for individual national approval.
The Freight Transport Association is calling for better standards and scale of truck-stop provision in the UK.
Briggs Equipment has invested in a fleet of seven customised trailer vans and drivers as part of a five year contract hire agreement with Ryder to help increase productivity and reduce costs.
International pharmaceutical company Lundbeck has signed a contract with Arvato Services Healthcare for the delivery of its products throughout France and Germany.
Privately-owned haulier Boarhunt has reported major fuel and carbon emissions savings after fitting 38 of its 48-strong fleet with an Eco Map System from Eco Power Group.
The total number of goods vehicles travelling from Great Britain to the continent fell nine per cent for the year to March 2009, according to the latest figures from the Department for Transport.
Transport businesses from around the East Midlands can now access £2.5 million in funding and consultancy support to “drive forward innovation”, via Transport iNet – a tool designed to create a link between operational industries and the academic communit
