Industry News
EC update on 45' container use from 2007
The European Commission have published a press release concerning the circulation of 45ft containers on EU roads. A 1996 Council Directive on road transport weights and dimensions contained a 10-year transition period for 45ft containers, which is due to expire in a few weeks. This release confirms that Member States can still allow 45ft containers to circulate on their roads as of the 1st January 2007, under certain conditions and subject to the requisite administrative procedures. more…
EC update on 45' Container use from 2007
The European Commission have published a press release concerning the circulation of 45ft containers on EU roads. A 1996 Council Directive on road transport weights and dimensions contained a 10-year transition period for 45ft containers, which is due to expire in a few weeks. This release confirms that Member States can still allow 45ft containers to circulate on their roads as of the 1st January 2007, under certain conditions and subject to the requisite administrative procedures. more…
25.25 metre study announced
DfT has commissioned TRL and Heriot-Watt University to conduct a study into the use of 25.25m 60-tonne trucks in the UKmore…
M6 to close at J32 for bridge replacement
The M6 will close overnight in both directions, between J32 and J33 from 20:00hrs to 10:00hrs on April 8 and April 22 for bridge replacement workmore…
Volvo's heavy hybrid
Volvo has unveiled its hybrid solution for heavy vehicles, which it claims will save 35% on fuel billsmore…
Highways Agency staff launch industrial action
Prospect and the Public and Commercial Services Union say that Highways Agency staff will this week begin a campaign of industrial action in pursuit of a fair pay offer for all staff that could slow down roadworks and reduce the coverage of traffic officersmore…
Police appeal for information
Lancashire Police is appealing for information on a semi-trailer used by a criminal gang for smuggling stolen goodsmore…
