Scottish haulier Northwards Ltd has had its operator’s licence curtailed after Traffic Commissioner Richard Turfitt found serious failings in its vehicle maintenance, driver management and compliance systems, writes Carol Millett. A recently published Traffic...
German family-owned logistics company Dachser is buying its Scottish partner Drummond Distribution for an undisclosed sum, writes Peter Brown. Last year, the Armadale, West Lothian business generated £20m in revenue and employed around 175 people across five locations...
Extending London’s Direct Vision Standard (DVS) nationwide would give vulnerable road users outside the capital the same protection, according to Brigade Electronics, writes Peter Brown. The vehicle safety specialist said a national scheme would also provide greater...
Transport Scotland has formally invited tenders for its £1.94 billion A9 Dualling Delivery Framework Agreement, writes Peter Brown. The framework will be used to procure the remaining sections of the A9 Dualling Programme between Perth and Inverness, marking the final...
The Scottish Government is encouraging small and medium-sized hauliers to carry out zero-emission feasibility studies for their fleets, with funding available to support the process, as it announces a further £1m investment in its SME Fleet Analysis Support Fund....
Scottish road transport operators are being invited to connect with industry peers at RTX Scotland this November, as the dedicated business exhibition returns to Glasgow with a larger footprint, an expanded exhibitor line-up and an enhanced programme of events. Taking...
Volvo Trucks has won the International Truck of the Year award for its updated heavy-duty electric range, writes Peter Brown. It is the second time the Volvo FH Electric has received the accolade. With a driving range of up to 700km, Volvo Trucks’ heavy-duty electric...
Volvo Trucks is marking the Volvo Group’s 100th anniversary in 2027 with a special edition of its FH, FH16 and FH Aero ranges, writes Peter Brown. The Volvo 100-Year Edition will be available to order from September 2026, with diesel, gas and electric powertrains...
