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FTA searches for country’s best van driver

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) is looking for the best van driver in the country through its Van Excellence Driver of the Year 2016 contest, sponsored by LeasePlan UK ...

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Finalists announced for LCRS Leadership in Carbon Reduction Award

Four leading logistics companies have been shortlisted for FTA’s LCRS Leadership in Carbon Reduction Award sponsored by Bridgestone. There were difficult decisions ...

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Need for decent driver facilities recognised by Minister – good news for all

A debate on the need for decent parking facilities for lorry drivers, held yesterday in the House of Commons, has been applauded by the FTA. In particular was the recognition by ...

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Van Excellence Partners achieve gold status

The Freight Transport Association’s 2016 Van Excellence Operational Briefings sponsored by Mercedes-Benz Vans got under way this week with events taking place in Nottingham and Weybridge ...

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Climate Change Committee listens to FTA evidence on renewable fuels

An Energy and Climate Change Committee report - published today, reflects evidence provided by the FTA – outlining the immense pressure the freight sector is under to reduce emissions ...

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FTA’s consultancy helps shippers manage new container weight rules

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has launched a new consultancy service to help shippers plan for container weight verification rules that come into force on 1 July ...

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Trial continues to show benefits of longer semi-trailers, says FTA

The FTA says a report released today by the Department for Transport (DfT) shows that longer semi-trailers (LSTs) continue to make a significant contribution towards reducing HGV miles ...

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FTA launches new roadworthiness audits

The Freight Transport Association has launched two new audits today (18 April) aimed at revolutionising the approach to raising standards of roadworthiness within vehicle fleets ...

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FTA says French Government must deliver on Calais promises

The FTA says the French government must act quickly on its commitment to dismantle the Calais migrant camp following yesterday’s protest by truckers, farmers, local businesses and residents ...

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Johnsons Apparelmaster achieves FTA Compliance Award

Workwear rental specialist Johnsons Apparelmaster has been presented with the Freight Transport Association Tachofta Compliance Award in recognition of its high standards of driver ...

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