3061. Chancellor Invests an Extra £1.1bn in British Infrastructure
January 28, 2017
I have good news for you this month: a major investment is going to be made into the British transport network. With these improvements to the infrastructure, the government is hoping to create a more dynamic and better connected road system that will help improve businesses’ efficiency and cost-eff...
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3062. The Truck of the Future: What Does It Look Like?
January 28, 2017
Haulage companies and freight carriers rely heavily on road transportation to complete their freight exchange. However, the environmental impact of these vehicles has become a major concern. Manufacturers are developing eco-friendly trucks to help decrease companies’ carbon footprint.
Why A...
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3063. Onboard Load Cell Weighing Systems
January 28, 2017
Maximising payload is one of the fleet manager's primary functions. The term payload is defined as "the part of a vehicle's load from which revenue is derived", so it follows that the more streamlined transport operations are, the healthier the profits will be when weighed up against the costs. Toda...
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3064. Portable Weighpads: All You Need to Know
January 28, 2017
For fleet managers and HGV drivers, the issue of weight is a constant worry. But before you think you've stumbled on to a self-help diet article, rest assured we're not talking about over-indulging in too many pies over the festive season. The weight we're referring to is axle weight – aka "how heav...
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3065. Get Some Thrills With Your Chills: Ice Climbing in Morzine
January 27, 2017
If you’ve got a spirit for adventure and are always looking for the next exhilarating challenge, then you should seriously consider the extreme sport of ice climbing. Combining much of the disciplines of traditional rock climbing, ice climbing ramps it up a gear so that you are scaling ice faces and...
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3066. Do I Need a Ski Guide? The Difference Between a Guide and Instructor
January 27, 2017
So you are already a pretty confident skier, but for your next winter getaway you want to try something new, like venturing off piste for the first time. You know you’re going to need someone to show you where to go, but should that be a guide or an instructor – and what exactly is the difference? ...
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3067. Courchevel from the Air: 6 Airbourne Adventures
January 27, 2017
If you find that your ski holidays are all beginning to merge into one – the same snow-covered peaks, and the same selfies taken at the top of mountains – then maybe it’s time to shake things up a little.
During your next winter getaway, why not consider doing something completely extraordi...
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3068. Why Tenerife Comes Recommended for Disabled Group Holidays
January 27, 2017
Over the 30+ years that we’ve been in the trade, we have seen a lot of demand for disabled holidays to Tenerife. Indeed, this is an excellent choice of destination for travellers with a physical impairment. Many of the resorts here are flat, making it easy to get around. What’s more, we have good co...
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3069. Accessible Cyprus: "Ideal for Disabled Holidays"
January 27, 2017
Cyprus is a great destination for those who need to know that they can get around easily and have the support of additional equipment. Most of the resort locations here are flat and so make it easy to push a wheelchair or travel around using a power chair or mobility scooter. Accessible transport fo...
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3070. The Accessible Hard Rock Hotel in Tenerife Opens with a Bang
January 27, 2017
I had the pleasure of attending the official launch party of the disabled-friendly Hard Rock Hotel in Tenerife back in December, so I thought that it’d be worth sharing my experience and thoughts on the hotel with you.
In addition to rocking out to a great show from none other than The Vill...
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Author: Laura Jeeves
