There is mounting unease within the road transport sector regarding the risk of diesel theft, says technology specialist Brigade Electronics, as organised criminal gangs look to exploit the high costs caused by fuel price volatility. According to the company’s Global Telematics Lead Engineer, James Tyrrell, these concerns have driven a...
Camera Telematics has been recognised by UK Ports, the trade authority tasked with supporting and advancing the ports and maritime industry, for its commitment to dockside safety. The Safety Innovation Award was presented at the recent UK Ports Seawork Exhibition 2026 to celebrate the impact of advanced technology solutions that...
SureCam and Peoplesafe’s video-enabled worker safety service has achieved emergency response times more than 150% quicker than standard 999 calls, providing the fastest and most comprehensive driver protection solution currently available to commercial fleet operators. Following a live trial undertaken in collaboration with Geotab, a global leader in connected...
Elis, a leading commercial and industrial laundry, workwear, linen and washroom solutions service provider, is boosting its HGV fleet through the phased introduction of 140 additional rigids from DAF dealer Ford & Slater in partnership with Tiger Trailers, who have also supplied what will be their third double deck for...
Queclink Wireless Solutions, a global provider of IoT devices and hardware, has expanded its range of high-spec trailer tracking solutions to meet the most challenging asset management and supply chain requirements. The rugged, hard-wired GV650MG unit has been designed to deliver the most reliable performance in the harshest operating conditions,...
If you’re driving HGVs across Europe this summer, the main thing to know is that many countries impose weekend, holiday, and peak-tourist-season bans on trucks over 7.5 tonnes. Summer restrictions usually tighten from July through August, especially on routes toward holiday destinations like Italy, Austria, southern Germany, Croatia, and France....
Chinese manufacturer BYD is expanding aggressively into the European electric truck market. The company plans to offer trucks alongside batteries, charging infrastructure and fleet energy systems, increasing pressure on established European truck makers. At the same time, Europe’s truck industry says the rollout of charging infrastructure and supportive policies still...
As logistics operators face shifting global trade dynamics, evolving regulation and rising cost challenges, Logistics UK’s Finance Forum 2026 – taking place in London on 9 July – will provide practical insight for the sector on how to navigate mounting economic uncertainty and operational pressures. Prominent economist Vicky Pryce, Chief...
The announcement of a trade deal between the UK government and the Gulf Co-operation Council (GCC) will boost confidence and create real momentum for UK businesses trading internationally according to business group Logistics UK. Chief Executive Ben Fletcher said, “The UK grows when it trades, and this agreement is a...