New online station HGV Radio launches for haulage industry
HGV Radio, a new online station backed by Truckfest, is to launch for truckers. It can be heard via the HGV Radio app, which is available HGVradio.com, and the Mytuner
One for the road? You may be surprised how others view drinking and driving…
In a survey that will send shockwaves through the road safety sector, more than a quarter (27%) of drivers think there are circumstances when it’s OK to drive under the
International Women’s Day 8th March 2024 – Women in Recruitment
On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the invaluable contributions of women in the recruitment industry, particularly here at Silver Arrow! More women are assuming leadership roles, shaping strategies, and driving
HGV driving – there’s a lot more to it than some people may think!
We all face challenges in this modern world, but sometimes it is easy to forget exactly how highly pressurised being an HGV driver can be. Here are just some of
World Diabetes Day 2023 – Diabetes and the HGV Driver
Every year on 14th November, World Diabetes Day is observed. The objective is to raise awareness around diabetes and promote support for sufferers around the world. In 2023 the focus
Meet the Boss – a chat with Graham Lackey, CEO of Brit European Transport
Ever wanted to know what inspires the inspiring? What makes our industry leaders get out of bed in the morning? From “Carex” to Car transporters; from an innovative green operating
UK’s first all-electric mixer shows pathway to low carbon logistics
The UK’s first all-electric ready-mix concrete mixer has successfully completed a three-month trial of commercial deliveries across Birmingham for Tarmac, marking a significant step on the path to net zero
Women are under-represented in trucking. Can this change?
Women can see things from a different perspective, which will help drive innovation and encourage positive reactions. Britain’s CV sector recently joined in celebration of International Women’s Day, a global
The dangers of Britain’s smart motorways flagged up by safety experts
Report reveals what truck drivers have been saying for ages. Trevor Gehlcken reports Nearly 40 people have been killed on them since they were launched in 2014 and problems with
The government needs to cut extra costs for the haulage industry to thrive
Next week, the Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, will unveil the first full budget of his ministry. I recognise that there will be a lot of different pressures acting on it,
Views sought on options to streamline driver licensing and support jobs
Call for evidence to help create new opportunities in logistics and support the UK supply chain. Views are being sought on how to make it easier to land a successful career
Now that really IS “ground breaking”
‘That’s a big hole and some serious kit!” Work has started in earnest for the new home of Brit European in Middlewich Cheshire. The purpose designed site utilises a range