Webfleet, Bridgestone’s advanced fleet management solution, has received three industry awards in Italy and Poland, recognising its innovation across fleet management and artificial intelligence, as well as its contribution to road safety. At the sixth edition of the IoMobility Awards 2026 in Italy, held as part of Next Mobility Exhibition alongside Transpotec Logitec, Webfleet was …
A new software upgrade from Carrier Transicold can reduce fuel consumption by up to 19% on Vector High Efficiency (HE) 19 trailer refrigeration units, without replacing hardware. Carrier Transicold is a part of Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions. The fuel optimisation upgrade, validated through testing under real-world …
Isuzu UK has announced its collaboration with Genie Insights, with its advanced solar technology offered as a bespoke factory-integrated option on the new Isuzu D-Max EV. Designed to give fleet customers confidence in battery performance and range protection on EVs, the collaboration marks a significant step forward for integrated solar in the commercial vehicle sector, …
An emotional and uplifting welcome awaited ‘Team Oakland and Friends’ as they crossed the finish line of Molly Ollys three-day charity cycle challenge, completing an incredible ride in support of children with life-threatening illnesses and their families. Part of a wider group of around 40 cyclists, the joint team from total supply chain solutions provider …
Nine in 10 transport and logistics managers say advances in fleet and driver management technology have helped drivers feel safer than they did five years ago, according to new research from Microlise. Published in Microlise’s second annual transport and logistics industry report, ‘Navigating UK Transport and Logistics in 2026 and Beyond’ the findings provide a snapshot …
Brakes, the nation’s leading foodservice wholesaler, has reaffirmed its commitment to developing future culinary talent by continuing its partnership with Compass Group UK & Ireland for its Junior Chef Academy (JCA). Since partnering with Compass on the programme since 2021, Brakes’ support has played a pivotal role in enabling the Academy to grow into a …
The Dutch truck toll has come into effect. From now on, Dutch and foreign trucks will pay per kilometre driven for using the road network in the Netherlands. The truck toll applies to almost all Dutch motorways and to a number of provincial and municipal roads. At the same time, the Eurovignette has been abolished …
Webfleet, Bridgestone’s advanced fleet management solution, has announced a partnership with Volkswagen Group Info Services AG. Through OEM.connect, Webfleet’s factory-fit connectivity programme, fleet operators can now connect vehicles from six Volkswagen Group brands directly to Webfleet. This enables fleets running Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Škoda, Seat, Cupra and Audi vehicles to access Webfleet …
Electric fleet software company Flexible Power Systems (FPS) and leading front-line support and maintenance provider Barron McCann are today announcing a partnership designed to ensure fleets can reliably and cost-effectively deploy EVs into operations at scale. EV Deployments are Reaching a Tipping Point Commercial fleet electrification is moving beyond early pilots and into larger, more …
Nikki Redhead, Managing Director, Keep It Cool While the UK government has largely stayed quiet on fuel support for commercial operators, the rest of the world hasn’t been as passive. The Road Haulage Association (RHA) published a breakdown of how other countries are responding to the current fuel crisis, and the contrast with the UK …
The Cold Chain Federation (CCF) has warned that increasingly frequent spells of extreme heat across the UK are placing mounting pressure on the cold chain, the critical refrigerated storage and transport network that underpins around half of the nation’s food supply and a significant proportion of its pharmaceuticals. The warning comes as climate change emerges as one of the most significant long-term risks to the resilience of essential food and pharmaceutical supply chains. …
Edinburgh, 25 June 2026 – Bidfresh, a supplier of fish, fresh produce and dairy, to the catering and hospitality sectors, is using Podfather logistics software to boost customer service, improve efficiencies and inform reporting, across a growing, nationwide food service operation. Currently consisting of 10 individual businesses, which all operate under the central brand, Bidfresh …
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