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Paragon introduces zoning functionality to routing and scheduling software

on Jan 30, 20 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on Paragon introduces zoning functionality to routing and scheduling software

Paragon Software Systems has introduced a zoning tool in the latest version of its routing and scheduling software. Using Zone Editor, transport operations will now be able to further streamline planning processes by automatically factoring in geographic restrictions such as Low Emission Zones

FTAI Transport Manager Seminar to provide clarity on European Green Deal

on Jan 30, 20 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on FTAI Transport Manager Seminar to provide clarity on European Green Deal

Following the launch of the landmark European Green Deal, FTA Ireland (FTAI)’s annual Transport Manager Seminar will provide representatives from the logistics industry with guidance on sustainable transport operations

FTA urges government to address lack of facilities

on Jan 29, 20 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on FTA urges government to address lack of facilities

With the next phase of consultation for the Lower Thames Crossing launching today (29 January 2020), the Freight Transport Association (FTA )is urging government to address the lack of facilities for drivers along the proposed route

FTA response to smart motorways investigation

on Jan 27, 20 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on FTA response to smart motorways investigation

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) is calling on the government to take measures to improve the safety of smart motorways, following a report by BBC Panorama,which raises concerns about the safety of smart motorways

Fleet Operations calls for a sharper focus on driver eyesight

on Jan 23, 20 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on Fleet Operations calls for a sharper focus on driver eyesight

Fleet management specialist Fleet Operations is urging fleet operators to ensure their drivers have regular eyesight tests following new research which shows that thousands of drivers lose their licence each year in the UK due to poor eyesight

Brexit is not done yet says FTA

on Jan 23, 20 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on Brexit is not done yet says FTA

The Freight Transport Association has called on government to answer critical questions about future trading arrangements with the EU after the Brexit transition period

FTA calls for rethink of restrictive immigration policy

on Jan 21, 20 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on FTA calls for rethink of restrictive immigration policy

The UK government’s proposal to bring forward restrictions on EU migrants deemed to be ‘low-skilled’ will worsen the severe labour shortage in the logistics sector, according to FTA.

Bath Clean Air Zone puts business at risk

on Jan 20, 20 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on Bath Clean Air Zone puts business at risk

The Road Haulage Association has warned that charging hauliers £100 to enter a clean air zone (CAZ) in Bath will put firms at risk

FTA launches strategic supply chain consultancy practice

on Jan 20, 20 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on FTA launches strategic supply chain consultancy practice

FTA, the business group which represents the logistics industry, has strengthened its consultancy offering for businesses across the supply chain with the launch of a new strategic consultancy arm

Devil is in the detail on Brexit – says FTA

on Jan 20, 20 • in UK, UK News • with Comments Off on Devil is in the detail on Brexit – says FTA

FTA, the only business group that represents all of the logistics industry, is calling on the government to answer critical questions about our future trading arrangements with the EU after the Brexit transition period. This follows comments at the weekend from the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Sajid Javid, suggesting a hardening in the government’s approach to Brexit, and that industry has had more than enough time to prepare.