2081. Michelin Stars for the Stars: Fine Dining in Courchevel 1850
February 20, 2017
Courchevel 1850 is renowned the world over for its buccaneering sense of taste and style, to such an extent that it retains the accolade of being regarded as the world’s most premium and luxurious skiing experience. It is a stalwart destination for celebrities and high flyers alike, but the allure o...
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2082. Winter Sports Case Study: Choosing the Best Ski Case
February 20, 2017
You’ve bought a set of premium skis, some fluorescent goggles, and a snazzy looking jacket – I bet you’re already thinking of touching down at your catered chalet and hitting the snowy peaks that you’ve been dreaming of. It’s quite easy to forget about one of the most important pieces of skiing equi...
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2083. Time for a Pat on the Back: The 2017 Annual Members' Transport Awards
February 20, 2017
For the last 15 years the Transport Exchange Annual Members’ Transport Awards has celebrated the very best of the courier and haulage industries from owner drivers and new members to the best performing companies within the field.
But as well as the serious business of announcing the winners...
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2084. Talk the Talk: Courier Terminology to Take You from Go to Pro
February 20, 2017
Starting any new job is challenging with new things to learn and new systems to put in place but courier jobs throw up the extra complication of demanding what seems like a whole new language of haulage terms. Don’t stand out from the crowd because you don’t know your DG from your DK – get on top of...
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2085. The Long Road to the Future: Long Range Fuel Cells by 2020
February 17, 2017
There’s nothing more frustrating when you’re on the road doing delivery work and clocking up a good time than having to stop for fuel. So just imagine a massive class 8 truck that only needed to refuel every 1,200 miles.
Well, thanks to innovative US truck company Nikola, you may not have to...
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2086. Taking Your Lorry Abroad
February 17, 2017
Getting delivery work abroad can be a great opportunity to clock up thousands of extra miles but you’ll need to make sure that you have all your paperwork in order before you set off.
Here is my overview of some of the permits and authorisations you’ll need to take your lorry abroad for deli...
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2087. Safety Incentive Schemes for Lorry Drivers
February 17, 2017
freight exchange, Haulage Exchange provides services for matching loads and with available drivers. Over 4,000 transport exchange businesses are networked together through their website, trading jobs and capacity in a safe 'wholesale' environment.
">A freight exchange is a great way to s...
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2088. Safety First: Direct Vision Standards Being Set for HGVs
February 17, 2017
Anyone who has carried out delivery work in HGVs around the capital will know how challenging the constant traffic, combined with cyclists and pedestrians, can be on London’s busy streets. But now Transport for London (TfL) is attempting to do something to help HGV drivers avoid collisions with ‘vul...
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2089. Trailerlock: A Revolution in Hold Safety
February 17, 2017
We have had some laughs this month, but now it is time for a serious talk about safety. In haulage work, protecting your goods against theft is of primary importance. No one wants their freight stolen! To ensure your vehicle’s safe-keeping, try using the new revolutionary safety device that guarante...
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2090. The Best Place Names in Britain
February 17, 2017
Time for a little monthly entertainment. I know that long journeys are sometimes tiresome and monotononous for truck drivers, so why not make your travels more amusing by tracking down streets, towns and cities with funny names? As I am sure you have already noticed, the UK is full of place names th...
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Author: Laura Jeeves
