The digital dispatcher has arrived – Here’s what that means for logistics
By András Kovács (pictured), Director of Fleet Products at Transporeon, A Trimble Company In the long-haul full truckload (FTL)L industry, dispatchers have traditionally relied on manual processes and years of experience to navigate a complex regulatory landscape, fluctuating fuel prices and evolving customer demands. While functional, this approach is far from optimal, putting pressure on dispatchers and leading to […]
CASE STUDY: Trimble continues to support on-going HS2 project
There is no question that HS2 is the biggest construction project in the UK, including 32 miles of tunnels, 50 major viaducts, including 11 viaducts just for the delta junction north of Interchange station. In the midst of all this activity, it is easy to overlook the fact that most of these sites would be […]
THE WHICHEV VIEW: Everything Electric 2024 show preview
By WhichEV The UK’s premier electric vehicle (EV) and home energy exhibition, Everything Electric, is set to make a triumphant return to Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre from October 11th to 13th, 2024 – Anyone who wants to do test drives, needs to get there early and book a slot! This much-anticipated event, formerly known as Fully Charged […]
THE WHICHEV VIEW: Over 27,000 EVs sold in July alone, according to SMMT data
By WhichEV The UK new car market experienced an overall 2.5% rise in July, marking two consecutive years of growth, according to the latest data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). This positive trend saw 147,517 new cars hit the roads, making it the best July performance since 2020, when dealership re-openings […]
DOWNLOAD GUIDE: 6 considerations for a successful electrification journey
Mapping out your electrification journey – whether it’s to power your electric fleet or provide charging facilities for customers, visitors, or staff – is vital to avoid expensive mistakes. ‘Plug into progress‘ a guide from Drax, looks at six key elements organisations should consider when planning EV charging infrastructure. Scoping the route from assessment– through […]
Plug into progress
Recent research from Drax Electric Vehicles into UK organisations’ electrification progress revealed that over half (52%) of businesses hadn’t yet installed any EV charge points. Cited barriers to EV adoption include cost, lack of government support and uncertainty in the technology. But with competitors already reaping the benefits – and the looming ban on the sale […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: Effortless Fleet Management: Instant approvals & precise invoicing with OEC!
Who is OEC?OEC connects those involved in the vehicle parts and repair ecosystem so they finally have an easier way to get their job done. They get access to the network and data needed to transform selling, sourcing, leasing, managing, billing, and claims. For our fleet customers, OEC solutions help drive efficiencies into vehicle operations […]
Adapting to change: Electrification and growth in the European fleet industry
By Ralph Gliemann, Director Professional Services, OEConnection In recent years, there have been substantial advancements that have contributed to the growth of the European fleet. The average vehicle age has steadily increased since 2016, demanding higher levels of service and maintenance. At the same time, there has been a steady decline in privately owned vehicles, […]
eCMR: If not now, then when?
By Gerry Daalhuisen (pictured), Product Unit Lead Dock Scheduling & Yard Management at Transporeon, A Trimble Company There have been several unexpected pit stops on the road to eliminating paper-based processes in logistics. But, is paper finally set to be a thing of the past? 2024 marks 13 years since the official launch of the eCMR protocol […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: Exploring industries benefiting from GPS tracking devices
Imagine a future in which your most precious assets are always within reach regardless of the sector. GPS tracking tools from Ruptela provide companies and people with this reality. Let’s travel across several industries and observe how these innovative tools change resource management and safeguarding. Logistics and transportation Every second matters in the busy worlds […]
