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Imperial Logistics has implemented a standardised transport management system for all its road-transport operations in Africa and Europe. The new software solution covers all aspects of transport management including planning and controlling, tracking and telematics, quoting, order management, invoicing and accounting. Michael Lütjann, CIO at Imperial Logistics, explains that the CarLo Transport Management System from Soloplan has been chosen. “Clients will also have better access to information through real-time tracking. Client service will be enhanced by extended reporting and augmented […]
Transgroup Logistics recently added four FAW 16.240FT truck tractors and one FAW 15.180FL to its mixed fleet … and the purchase of a further eight FAWs is on the cards. All the new trucks have been acquired through FAW Pinetown, a full FAW sales and service branch. Owner and director of Transgroup Logistics, Kerwin Naidoo, explains that the company will run the FAW trucks in and around the province and from the Port of Durban to Gauteng. “We are doing […]
New Zealand puts out a safety alert for almost 3 000 truck trailers, builds new roads and edges towards an electric future, while Australia lags behind its peers. FOCUS reports on the transport industry in Australasia. The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) put out a safety warning for about 3 000 truck trailers in February, following multiple incidents of trailers dislocating from the truck body. Radio New Zealand (RNZ) reported on its website that the warning included refrigerated semi-trailers, of which 1 800 […]
Jarlath Sweeney, from Fleet Transport, drives Scania’s new “Xtra Tough” range of construction-oriented vehicles. It was inevitable that Scania would introduce its own construction-orientated range of trucks, just like Volvo (FMX) and Mercedes-Benz (Arocs) have done in recent years. Actually, Iveco was the forerunner in this arena, with the Eurotrakker… In fairness to Scania, however, the new XT range extends across all of its cab types: from R to G to P-series, and covers many different configurations catering for a […]
Mexican truck drivers have to manage 1 800 km of loneliness when driving between Tijuana or Mexicali and the southern tip of the peninsula, Baja California. They calculate some 24 hours of driving time for the stretch – breaks not included – but sometimes they make it in one straight rush. Obviously, they don’t grumble about speed limits, writes RICHARD KIENBERGER. Whenever photographers meet uniformed officers in countries far away, they switch to alert mode. Experience tells them that there […]
Technology remains the biggest disruptor in the transport industry. FOCUS looks at current and new technology that threatens to change how the transport industry operates, but makes customer convenience a priority. Whether it is new technology being introduced or improvements on old technology, the transport industry is ripe for disruptions from the technology sector. One of the biggest disruptors involves the networking of devices, which enables them to connect and exchange data. This leads to the streamlining of communication and […]
It is often thought that steel is stronger than aluminium. However, with the correct manufacturing approach, aluminium rims can be stronger, lighter and better for the transport industry than those made from steel. Aluminium rims are formed by forging or casting the metal. During the forging process, the wheel is manufactured from a single block, which is heated up and pushed into a mould at a pressure of 800 000 t. Casting requires the aluminium to be melted and poured into […]
MAN Automotive has refreshed its CLA model range, and is specifically targeting the construction industry. GAVIN MYERS joined the team as it introduced the new range to customers. The venue was the formidable ride and handling track at the Gerotek vehicle testing facility outside Pretoria. Lined up were some CLA 15.220 4×2 6 m3 tippers and CLA 26.280 6×4 10 m3 tippers – full to the brim with sand – and a CLA 26.280 6×4 with a drop-side body and […]
As a company positively building its presence in the mining and construction industries, Scania South Africa knew that Bauma Conexpo Africa was the place to be. GAVIN MYERS spoke to its dedicated mining and construction managers to find out more. Theuns Naude, segment manager construction/public and special, and Reuben Govender, segment manager mining, are determined to achieve a similar goal in their respective areas of expertise: to show that Scania has what it takes to gatecrash the construction/mining party, as […]
More companies are turning to environmentally friendly options when selecting their vehicles, and the international light commercial vehicle (LCV) segment is one of the favourites. WILLIAM GEORGE looks at how “green” LCVs are contributing to transport businesses and the environment in which they operate. Many businesses use LCVs for deliveries, as they are ideal for cutting costs and improving efficiency. A “green” vehicle is normally propelled by alternative fuels, such as compressed natural gas, fuel cells and electricity. According to […]
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