2421. Quick and Easy Tips for Enhancing Fuel Efficiency
December 18, 2017
Did you know that almost 20% of the total cost of your fleet is taken up by fuel prices? If you are looking to maximise your haulage company’s profits and make your operations less costly, here are a few things that you can do to cut down on your fuel consumption while carrying out delivery work. ...
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2422. Tackle Haulage Shortages for a Happy Holiday
December 18, 2017
It’s time to shine a new light on something that’s too often portrayed as a crisis. As I’m sure you know, the haulage industry has been experiencing a drivers’ shortage in recent years. Of course, this shortage is heightened around Christmas as demand increases and drivers are off on holiday, but ra...
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2423. Dennison Commercials is the UK's Franchised Dealer of the Year
December 18, 2017
Award season is here and the honours keep on rolling in! In mid-November, the Commercial Motor Awards were held in Birmingham, where this year’s winners were announced. I’m happy to report that Dennison Commercials received the prestigious Franchised Dealer of the Year award.
The Dennison gr...
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2424. Black Friday at Eddie Stobart: Training Academy Peaks
December 18, 2017
As it turns out, Black Friday isn’t just about buying massively discounted TVs and iPads. Haulage companies are reaping the benefits, too. Eddie Stobart, a principal logistics and supply company based in the UK, used Black Friday to sell its popular courses at a discounted price and saw sign-ups to ...
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2425. Meet Angela Martin: Scotland's Transport Woman of the Year
December 18, 2017
I have some exciting news for you: Scotland’s Transport Woman of the Year was announced earlier this month. This year’s winner is – drum roll, please – Angela Martin! She is a brilliant employee at one of the major haulage companies in Grangemouth.
About This Year’s Winner
Angela Ma...
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2426. Operation Stack is an Operation Headache
December 18, 2017
Most people working in the UK/European transport industry will be familiar with Operation Stack, the governmental strategy set in place to deal with the congestion problems at the Port of Dover and the Eurotunnel in Kent. The closing of parts of the M20 motorway to other traffic as lorries are queue...
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2427. Lorry Drivers Foot the Bill for Road Maintenance
December 18, 2017
"Tax" is not the most popular three-letter word in the English language, but it's an inevitable part of our working lives. Despite all of its negative connotations, it's a necessary evil that greases the wheels of our national economy. Without taxes that pay for our roads, infrastructure, defence an...
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2428. Varied and Dynamic Multi-Centre Holidays
December 18, 2017
A multi-centre holiday lets tourists hop between different cities and often regions, changing their base in order to make the most of their short getaway. These breaks require a bit of planning and cater more to the inquisitive get-up-and-go types than the beach holiday enthusiasts. Although requiri...
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2429. All-Inclusive: Don't Hold Back on Holiday
December 18, 2017
For seekers of stress-free, relaxing getaways, nothing can match the all-inclusive luxury holiday. With accommodation, drink, food and entertainment paid for before you get out there, a comprehensive everything-included package cuts no corners. Perfect for families with young children or for grownup...
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2430. Hidden Italy: History Off the Beaten Track
December 18, 2017
Italian history is loved and appreciated the world over. While millions of tourists flocking every year to Italy’s historical hotspots such as Venice and Rome, history enthusiasts in search of a quieter, less conventional historical holiday look beyond the major cities. Lake Garda and the region of ...
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Author: Laura Jeeves
