“IF WE could give customers a parts service that was easier to use, faster on delivery and offered greater value for money, why would we not do it?” said Simon Shields, joint managing director of […]
As new trailers continue to roll off the production line, Schmitz Cargobull UK’s Paul Avery is looking to increase numbers and bring more of the assembly process to the UK, writes Kevin Swallow. BEFORE Christmas […]
Transport News looks at the impact of IR35 tax regulations on the logistics sector. By Carol Millett. THIS MONTH marks the first anniversary of the launch of the HMRC’s new IR35 tax regulations. Introduced in […]
Cold-chain operators are facing a spike in costs now that diesel’s subsidy has ended. Jack Carfrae explains the details and the alternatives. YOU MAY have noticed that running a haulage company is not cheap, and […]
The move to electric vehicles has opened up opportunities for new competition in the heavy truck sector, with Swedish based Volta Trucks leading the pack. Kevin Swallow speaks to Duncan Forrester about turning ambition into […]
The boss of Highlands based Seafield Park Transport has bought haulage businesses John H Roberts and R&F Campbell. Steven Barclay spoke to Kevin Swallow about fleet expansion, increasing the customer base and ordering new trucks. […]
COMMERCIAL vehicle specialist Asset Alliance Group has appointed Craig Wells as contract hire truck & trailer business development manager, with a remit to support the company’s continued growth and unlock new opportunities in the market. […]
The RHA has welcomed the Chancellor’s announcement of a 5p per litre cut in fuel duty in his Spring Statement. However, it said that while it will ease pressure on businesses facing soaring costs, the […]
SCOTLAND’S biggest construction equipment trade event will return to the Royal Highland Centre at Ingliston on Friday 22 and Saturday 23 April 2022. Scotplant 2022 will present the ‘largest innovations and standout machines’ from some […]
IT HAS now been confirmed that the Transport News Northern Rewards presentation breakfast has been moved from Harrogate on 13th May to the Mercure Hotel, Manchester on Friday 7th October with an 8.45am for 9.30 […]
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