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  • Volvo leads the market for heavy trucks in Europe

    on Jan 27, 26 • in UK, UK News • with No Comments

    For the second year in a row, Volvo Trucks is the market leader in Europe for heavy-duty trucks. In 2025, the company had an overall market share in Europe of 19.0%. Volvo Trucks was the market leader in Europe for heavy trucks (16 tonnes and above) in 2025 with a market share of 19.0% – up from 17.9% 2024. The markets with the most registered Volvo trucks during the year were UK, France, Poland, Germany and Lithuania. Volvo’s long-distance FH Aero truck has won the hearts of many European haulers. Thanks to improved aerodynamics and

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  • SureCam launches 360° dashcam solution

    on Jan 22, 26 • in UK, UK News • with No Comments

    SureCam, the video telematics and fleet safety technology specialist, has launched a next-generation, multi-view dashcam solution to deliver combined 360° visibility and AI-powered insights for commercial fleets. SureCam Vantage will provide up to six synchronised views around the vehicle to help meet regulatory requirements and reduce on-road risk. “A growing number of cities are implementing stricter Vision Zero and Direct Vision standards, requiring fleets to eliminate blind spots, improve situational awareness, and capture verifiable evidence of road incidents,” explains Justin White, European Managing Director of SureCam. “SureCam Vantage represents the next generation of video telematics,

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  • RHA launches Compliance Guidance for van operators across UK

    on Jan 20, 26 • in UK, UK News • with No Comments

    The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has launched the RHA Van Standard, a new best-practice compliance guide designed to support van operators navigating an increasingly complex regulatory environment. The guidance is aimed at businesses operating goods vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes gross vehicle weight, including operators who may primarily run HGV fleets but rely on vans to support local, time-critical or specialist work. In recent years, van operators have faced growing regulatory pressure, increased DVSA enforcement activity and confusion over how rules apply – particularly around drivers’ hours, working time, international operations and employment responsibilities. The

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  • ClearMinds ClearRoads Conference 2026

    on Jan 20, 26 • in UK, UK News • with No Comments

    The UK’s transport and logistics industry is facing mounting pressures – from chronic driver shortages and widening skills gaps to rising stress levels and persistent road safety risks. In response, a new national event – the ClearMinds ClearRoads Conference – has been launched to bring together industry leaders, transport managers, wellbeing specialists, and UK Roads Policing to address these urgent issues head-on. With 2.7 million people working across the sector – 8.2% of the entire UK workforce – the need for improved safety, compliance, and workforce wellbeing has never been more critical. Recent figures highlight

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  • Queclink launches low-cost commercial fleet telematics hardware solution

    on Jan 19, 26 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on Queclink launches low-cost commercial fleet telematics hardware solution

    Queclink Wireless Solutions, a global provider of IoT devices and hardware, has introduced a range of entry-level vehicle tracking devices to meet the growing demand for low-cost, high-volume commercial fleet telematics deployments. The GV30 Series combines compact size and powerful features, making it an ideal solution for a wide range of monitoring applications including van and truck tracking, stolen vehicle recovery (SVR) and logistics management. “Our GV30 Series is designed to provide long-term deployability, simple installation and stable performance for high-volume, rapid roll-out tracking requirements that keep operating costs under control,” explains Vernon Bonser,

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  • Queclink named leading telematics hardware provider  

    on Jan 12, 26 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on Queclink named leading telematics hardware provider  

    Queclink Wireless Solutions has been ranked third in Berg Insight’s Global Aftermarket Vehicle Telematics Hardware Market report following a strong year of sales growth, expanding international reach and product development. According to the findings, the company has achieved a market share of 2.9%, with 73 million telematics units shipped worldwide. “This latest research highlights the progress we have made during the last 12 months in line with our ambitious global strategy,” explains Alejandro Patino, Vice President of Global Sales at Queclink Wireless Solutions. “2025 has been a hugely positive year for the business with the

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  • Queclink develops satellite-enabled vehicle tracking

    on Dec 3, 25 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on Queclink develops satellite-enabled vehicle tracking

    Queclink Wireless Solutions, a global provider of IoT devices and hardware, has launched its first satellite-enabled vehicle tracker for applications that demand the highest levels of connectivity in remote and isolated locations. The GV75MG SAT unit has been designed to operate in the harshest environments, where mobile networks are unreliable or unavailable, to deliver advanced security, driver safety and transport management solutions. “Freight and logistics businesses face damaging communication gaps and delayed reporting when vehicles are operating in areas beyond mobile coverage,” explains Vernon Bonser, UK Sales Director at Queclink Wireless Solutions. “Our satellite-enabled telematics

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  • Stena Line teams up with Camera Telematics to drive safety improvements at Irish sea ports

    on Nov 25, 25 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on Stena Line teams up with Camera Telematics to drive safety improvements at Irish sea ports

    Stena Line, the global ferry operator, has enhanced health and safety at its Irish Sea operations following the adoption of an advanced video telematics solution. The company rolled-out Camera Telematics’ multi-camera system to over 100 terminal tractors, buses and luggage vans at five UK and Irish ports, which has helped streamline incident investigation, safeguard staff and visitors, and reduce fleet and operational risk. “We have a duty of care to our staff, customers and passengers, so the wellbeing of everyone at our Irish Sea ports is a huge priority,” explains Eamon Fortune, Senior Port Manager

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  • Increased digital investment required to keep pace with 2026 customs changes

    on Nov 19, 25 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on Increased digital investment required to keep pace with 2026 customs changes

    International freight businesses will need to adopt greater levels of digitisation, automation and electronic reporting to comply with incoming UK and EU customs requirements or face severe consequences in terms of added costs, delays and operational risk. This is the view of Sarah-Louise Murray, Customs Manager at leading customs clearance specialist, Derry Bros, who warns some operators will be in for a shock as many processes that work today may be insufficient in 2026 and beyond. “Businesses involved in the international movement of goods will increasingly need to move away from manual and paper dependencies,

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  • Postrack becomes Geotab’s first Order Now partner

    on Nov 17, 25 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on Postrack becomes Geotab’s first Order Now partner

    Postrack, a leading provider of asset tracking solutions, has become Geotab’s first Order Now partner launched in Europe for asset tracking. The company’s comprehensive range of battery-powered, asset tracking devices has been fully integrated with the Geotab platform and will now be available via Order Now on the Geotab Marketplace. “Geotab customers and Resellers can now take advantage of our fully managed, end-to-end tracking that optimises asset utilisation, enhances security and drives operational efficiency,” explains Niclas Holm, Founder and CEO of Postrack. “Our solutions are proven within many sectors ranging from logistics and road transport

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